Latest reviews

K Mansell reviewed: Beginners half-day pairs pottery / ceramics workshop

"I had a lovely morning with Louise. It was great to learn how to use the potter's wheel and practice my technique. Louise was positive and offered lots of practical tips. I would really recommend Blended Monkey"

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"It was lovely having you in the ceramics studio for your throwing session. You created some beautiful things and I hope you've learnt some useful techniques for continuing with your throwing journey :-). Thank you for the lovely review!"

Helen reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"I had such a lovely day making my basket. It’s such a relaxing way to spend a day with great teachers, a fantastic lunch and then to come away with a basket that you can’t believe you made!! "

Anna Nicholls reviewed: Pottery throwing sessions on the potter's wheel in Norfolk

"Absolutely loved this introduction to the pottery wheel. Pat was so helpful and welcoming, knowing when to give a hand or advise when I was struggling but also stepping back to give me a chance to properly get stuck in. A charming and peaceful location with the log burner. A thoroughly enjoyable morning. "

Pat Southwood responded:

"Hi Anna, thank you so much, I am so glad you enjoyed yourself, lovely to meet you. Pat."

Tigs Smith reviewed: The Ethnobotanist

"Fabulous day spent with Ryan on the Ethnobotany course. Learned lots of tips for tree identification, and spent the afternoon doing wonderful outdoor crafts and skills which I will enjoy trying at home. Such a knowledgeable tutor and made the day very entertaining and fun, as well as some fab take-home pieces that we worked on. Thank you Ryan!"

Denmark Farm Conservation Centre responded:

"Wonderful that you joined us and enjoyed this course Tigs. Thank you for your review and hope to see you again soon. Mara"

Marj McDonald reviewed: Gel plate printing starter kit with handmade A5 gel plate, instructions and videos

"Delighted with my kit. Everything I need. Really looking forward to having a proper session, experimenting with some of the suggested ideas. "

Bev Evans Art and Print responded:

"Hi Marj! Thank you for your review! I hope you have fun exploring all the printmaking possibilities using your kit. I’m sure you’ll be able to find lots of additional textures and shapes to further develop what you can create - there is plenty of extra paint in the kit to allow you to do this 😊. Enjoy! Bev x"

Lindsay Denman reviewed: Quilting weekend, Wetherby

"Excellent course. Jacqueline is friendly, enthusiastic, encouraging and inspiring. I was pleased with the progress of the weekend with everyone working at their own pace with no pressure. The cakes and lunch provided really were the icing on the cake."

Bee-spoke Quilts responded:

"Hello Lindsay, thank you for your kind feedback. It was a pleasure teaching you and I hope you will go on to make other quilted projects. Jacqueline "

Marina reviewed: Upholstery for Beginners Workshop - in Preston

"I really enjoyed the course . Jo is an excellent teacher and happy to share her knowledge . It was a busy day but with a relaxed atmosphere . I have gained enough knowledge that I would feel happy to attempt other projects in the future . Thank you again Jo "

The Boho Shed responded:

"That’s great Marina. I’m so pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Thank you for your lovely review. Jo x"

Judith Sausby reviewed: Beginners Mosaics Workshops near Exeter, Devon

"Spent a lovely day doing mosaics. Thoroughly enjoyed it and well worth going on the course. I hope to be able to do some more sometime. The cake was delicious too. "

MosaicXandMe responded:

"Thank you Judith. So glad you enjoyed the day and it has made you want to do more - I look forward to seeing you again soon for more happy mosaic’ing! Best wishes Denny PS Don’t forget to send me a photo of your mirror, all finished! "

Odette Crocombe reviewed: Handmade Recycled Paper

"Recommend this interesting and hands-on session, fun to do with speedy results. Fiona was very encouraging and inspiring. Thank you! "

Earthwise Ecoprints responded:

"Thank you for your great review Odette. It was lovely to meet you. So pleased you enjoyed the Handmade Recycled papermaking workshop. We got through a lot in one evening didn't we!! Hope to see you on another workshop soon. "

Helen reviewed: Learn how to crochet a granny square

"Another great course by craft circle! Never done crochet so this was a first for me, tutors patient, knowledgeable and really friendly! "

Kirsten Wiggins reviewed: Silver Jewellery Making Day 1:2

"We had a lovely day learning all the stages to make our sea glass rings. Kate was so patient guiding us through our choices and each process to get a beautiful finished product. Would thoroughly recommend and would love to do another course sometime."

Sea and Silver Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you, Kirsten. I am so glad you enjoyed the course and hope to teach you both again soon."

Emma reviewed: Blacksmithing day courses: making garden flowers

"I wouldn't hesitate to recommend one of Adrian's blacksmithing courses. The day was brilliant; interesting, informative and enjoyable from start to finish and my husband & I are absolutely delighted with the garden flowers we made. Adrian & Andy were helpful, friendly and always on hand to give a little support where required and Debbie deserves a special mention for the delicious home made lunch, cakes & biscuits! It was excellent value for money - and seeing some of Adrian's amazing pieces in progress was an added bonus."

Hannah P reviewed: Beginners crochet - learn the basic stitches which you need to do basic crochet.

"I learnt many of the basic crochet stitches from Julie who was very patient and let me learn at my own pace. It was helpful to have an expert explain where things had gone wrong so I could correct my work. A very worthwhile morning :)"

Circular Sock Machine school responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review. It was great to meet you and your mum."

Stephanie Short reviewed: Mosaic evening class 6 weeks @2.5Hrs/week Sheffield.

"My first session last night. What a lovely group. Made me feel so welcome and I really enjoyed starting my mosaic!"

Coralie Turpin Artist responded:

"Great to meet you Steph, looking forward to seeing your creativity evolve, brilliant start 😊"

Krystyna Henry reviewed: An Introduction to Alcohol Inks Workshop

"I loved this course - painting with alcohol ink. Caroline is a very good teacher and host. I enjoyed and booked more different courses with Caroline "

Rock n Wool Creations responded:

"Thank you Krystyna! Look forward to seeing you again soon. Xx best regards Caroline "

David monro higgs reviewed: Blacksmithing Course for two in a traditional forge on Dartmoor

"Great day with my son. Greg made it fun and interesting. Bring a beer to test the bottle opener"

Emma reviewed: Half day leather clutch bag / ipad case

"I attended the half day clutch bag workshop and it was absolutely wonderful! Sarah is a delight, the studio is fabulous and I was overjoyed with my creation. I can't believe I made it really. Can't wait to make something else now. Super session!"

Kathy Simkin reviewed: Beginners spoon carving

"Our teenage son and his friend thoroughly enjoyed their recent beginners spoon carving day. It was great for them to have a go at something completely different and learn new skills together with information and knowledge about the art of carving and the types of wood used for the variety of items which can be made. A very welcoming and knowledgeable host helped make the day a great success! We would certainly recommend this course to others - thank you very much! "

Gosman Spoon Co. responded:

"Thank you Kathy. It was such a pleasure seeing two young people really getting into greenwoodworking!"

Roberta Daniel-Thomas reviewed: Pyrography Beginners Workshop in The Cotswolds - Gloucestershire/Wiltshire/Oxfordshire Border

"I had a great time learning pyrography and produced a nice piece of artwork. Sharon the tutor was so patient and very informative. I was inspired by her to buy a pyrography kit when I got home. You don’t need to be an artist nor a good drawer to do the class either. I’m looking at the Craft Barn for other classes now."

Lechlade Craft Barn responded:

"Hi Roberta, So pleased you enjoyed your day and you feel inspired to create more at home. Hope to see you again. Karen"

Alison Williams reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Felted Pictures Workshop in Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"We had a fabulous day with Melanie. Great fun and learnt so much. Very pleased with my finished picture. Would certainly recommend this course and the venue. We will be back."

Alison May reviewed: Silver clay short course

"Fabulous"

Silver Jewellery Art responded:

"Thank you Alison. It was a great day for me."

Edit and Andrew reviewed: Half Day Introductory Woodturning Course for 1 or 2 people near Salisbury Wiltshire

"We had the best morning with George. He patiently talked us through the basics of wood turning and helped us make some lovely items (Christmas tree model, bowl and spinning top) to take away. He is so knowledgeable and passionate about his craft, it is a joy to be around him while he is in his element."

Rob B reviewed: Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

"Had a great day with April learning the basics of Stained glass making. Lovely workshop, encouraging instruction and a small class size made this an enjoyable experience. I left with a sense of achievement taking home a completed piece of work."

April Pebble responded:

"Thanks for attending Rob, it was lovely to have you & your mum in the workshop for the day :)"

Karen Slater reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"A totally unique experience. Dave is an excellent tutor - knowledgeable, professional and a skilled Artisan, with an abundance of patience. It really was a joy to be tutored by such an expert. There are lots of steps to the process of making a professional quality knife and we went through all of these at just the right pace. I have made a unique gift, with the resin handle from the previous week. I can 100% recommend this course. You will end the day with a thing of beauty to be treasured. Thank you very much Dave."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Many thanks indeed for your very kind review Karen, I really appreciate it. It was lovely to meet you and help you make such a unique piece for a very special occasion. I hope your son and daughter in law have a fantastic day and enjoy using their knife for many years. Very well done you did a cracking job. Kindest regards Dave"

Annie reviewed: Slow Stitching Workshop

"Really enjoyed this course. Great day exploring sewing in a lovely atmosphere "

Welsh Willow Baskets responded:

"Diolch Annie, thank you "