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Gil reviewed: Twin Made Beginner Crochet Workshop - Group - Granny Square, Canton - Cardiff - South Wales

"Absolutely brilliant!!! I've spent 40 years convinced I couldn't crochet. By the end of a very relaxed and enjoyable session, lovely patient Charlotte had me finishing my first ever Granny Square! The venue is great, Charlotte is a great teacher and I can't wait to go back and try another course 😀"

Twin Made responded:

"❤️❤️❤️"

Lesley reviewed: Learn to use a sewing machine at The Viking Loom. One to one session

"Lynn is a lovely lady who really helped with getting the basics right. I am a complete novice and she explained everything well. The setting is very relaxed and at your own pace. Thanks for giving me renewed motivation!"

The Viking Loom Ltd responded:

"Oh thanks so much Lesley . We look forward to seeing some of your lovely stitching in the future . Best regards Romy and Lynn at viking loom "

Peggy reviewed: Lampwork Beadmaking Full Day Introduction For One

"This is a superb course. I very much enjoyed it and glad to have signed up for it. Great introduction to the mesmerising process of bead making. Ruth has a wonderful way of giving instructions, very precise and calm. I felt well guided and safe all the time. Thank you for this fun day. "

Kalypso Glass responded:

"Thank you Peggy, it was great to meet you and glad to hear you had a good day. Ruth"

Eloise reviewed: Silver jewellery Pendant making workshop

"This course was absolutely wonderful ! I booked it for my friends 21st birthday present and we both had the best experience. Sarah was so helpful and lovely to chat to as she guided us through making our silver pendants, as well as making us tea and bringing out the buiscuits! A really fantastic activity that I would recommend to anyone. "

Jane reviewed: Ecoprinting with Bookbinding with Earthwise Ecoprints

"So enjoyed the two day course with Fiona…..eco printing and book binding. Vey inspirational! Thank you, I learnt a lot. "

Earthwise Ecoprints responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Jane.. So nice to meet you and I am so pleased that you enjoyed your weekend of Ecoprinting and Bookbinding. Hope to be back in Harwich again in the near future"

Julia Hunter reviewed: Pen & Wash

"Brilliant Course with lovely, helpful and encouraging teachers. Really came away wanting to learn more and have as a result, signed up for further classes. Highly recommend!"

South West Art Courses Ltd responded:

"Thank you so much Julia - I'm so glad that you enjoyed this and that you are feeling inspired!"

Trish reviewed: Beginners Art group - Rushden

"Excellent. 6 lovely lessons that teach you many simple techniques on how to look at the world like an artist and help to break the barriers that stop us all wannabes from drawing. I now have the confidence to give any picture a go from live models to animals to portraits, I've continued with the lessons beyond the 6 to learn more about different mediums and expand my horizons (and paint them too). If you want to release the inner artist but don't know how then this course is a must."

Richard Gribble reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"The greenwood introductory course was a superb way to spend a day. The location is beautifully set up and provides shelter, comfort and tranquility. Andy's gentle and precise instruction and guidance is appropriately pitched and you feel well-supported even if lacking skills at the beginning. "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks very much, Richard, for your positive review. We're very pleased that you enjoyed the course, its tuition, and its setup within the tranquil woodland. Thanks for supporting us by joining this course, and we hope to see you again sometime in the future at Sallerton Wood. "

Joanna Lambe reviewed: Beginners DIY & Home Maintenance Workshop in Cheadle, Gr Manchester (1 Day)

"I can't recommend Jo enough for her top drawer (!) DIY experience at The Boho Shed. She was very down to earth🌏 and explained each task as she went and then let us try it out for ourselves in a relaxed manner unearthing a few talents I never knew I had along the way (!!). It was such an empowering day and I cannot wait to put my new skills into action. There was a lovely friendly group who shared their personal projects in a very supportive environment. Big thanks to Jo for a wonderful experience! 🙏🙏 even managed to share info on my girl power book Womanhooded!! 💪💪💪 #gogirl PS the tea with cakes and cherry scones was a welcome treat too 🤗☕️🍪🍰🍩🙏"

The Boho Shed responded:

"Ahhh Jo, what a fantastic day we had. Thank you so much for your amazing review. I'm so happy you got so much out of the day and felt empowered when you left. Please let me know how you get on. I have ordered your 'Woomanhooded' book and can't wait to get stuck in, it sounds fantastic. Anyone else wanting to be empowered by this amazing book :-) Thanks again Jo x"

JP reviewed: Introduction to Wildflower Identification

"A very interesting course during which I learned loads of new things and it was a beautiful sunny day which added to the experience. Thank you "

Denmark Farm Conservation Centre responded:

"Many thanks for your review. We're so glad you enjoyed the course, the flowers and the sunshine! See you again soon. Best wishes. Mara"

Belinda reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"What a brilliant day.. Paul is so inspiring and motivational...I had a fabulous day.... Not all craft people can teach... But he was amazing...kind and encouraging..generous with his time and knowledge.....giving me the ability to have a go!!"

Judith reviewed: Glass Fusion - Candle Holder workshop

"My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our time spent on this course and learnt a great new skill. Thank you "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are so happy you both enjoyed the workshop and hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

Kristy reviewed: Beginners DIY & Home Maintenance Workshop in Warrington, Cheshire (1 Day)

"Fab day and very informative! Lovely friendly tuition, small numbers which was great as we all chatted. Came away ready to tackle my diy jobs 👊👍"

The Boho Shed responded:

"I'm so pleased you enjoyed the day Kristy and now feel confident in tackling your own jobs at home. Thank you for your lovely review. Please let me know how you get on and remember I'm here if you need any further help. Jo x"

Stephen Howard reviewed: Willow Plant Supports (1 day) in the Peak District

"We had a wonderful day making willow structures in a lovely peaceful garden. The atmosphere was very friendly from the moment we arrived. Rachel explained everything very clearly and then helped us all as needed as we built our structures. It was great to learn something new and to take our pieces home. The lunch and treats were superb and far better than you would expect to get on a course. All in all a fabulous day and we hope to come back for another course sometime."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

"Thankyou Stephen, This is all so good to hear 😊 It was such a lovely day yesterday. You're welcome back any time! We are adding more course dates to our Zantium Studios programme as we go."

Paul Kourellias reviewed: Garden Sculpture Course

"Billy is a lovely guy and clearly very talented. He was very patient and polite when we made mistakes and didn’t make me feel uncomfortable at all, which can’t have been easy! All together a great day and a good insight into this age old skill. Highly recommended."

Bill's Workshop responded:

"Was a pleasure having you along Paul! hopefully hear from you in the future about more in-depth blacksmithing courses. All the best! -Billy "

Pat reviewed: Mandala drawing - Beginners

"I very much enjoyed my morning. I’ve always admired mandalas but wondered if I would be able to be sufficiently accurate to produce one from scratch. The instructions were excellent and we worked at my pace throughout. I was very pleased with the result and the pdfs sent through afterwards were really helpful for me to continue and finish the piece started and to do more."

Louise beeby reviewed: Make your very own teddy bear

"Would definitely recommend making your own teddy bear, all the steps and tuition throughout the course is demonstrated clearly and provides an enjoyable experience to make your own teddy bear. Jane was amazing helping and giving support each section. "

Mike and Jayne reviewed: Morning creative weaving 2 hour taster workshop - flexible timing

"Excellent session. Learnt a lot from Ruth. A great creative experience. A short explanation on the loom, quick demo and then straight on with it. Had no previous experience but Ruth explained everything very well. As a bonus ended up with a good sized piece of fabric that I am quite proud of. Would strongly recommend even if you never go on to take up weaving. We will be back to Ruth in the Autumn for follow on sessions to learn more."

Illuminating Weaves responded:

"Thank you Mike and Jayne, look forward to having you back at the studio sometime. 😀"

Yvonne Saul reviewed: Stained glass weekly course - Wednesday afternoons at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"I found the class excellent. Tutor was very knowledgeable and all the other people were friendly and very helpful. Will be back in a few weeks "

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Yvonne for your kind remarks. Our volunteer tutors really appreciate your comments. Please visit us again soon. Regards Alan "

Liz & Brian reviewed: Woodcarving with Jason Thomson sculptural woodcarving with hand tools, eccentric whittling courses, Sheffield.

"Excellent course - had a thoroughly enjoyable day. Learned lots of new basic woodcarving skills on which to build on in the future. Thanks Jason for making it such a good experience. We are delighted with our creations. "

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"It was lovely to meet you both and to see everyone’s energetic grappling with the random blanks of green and salvaged timber. A fine array of personal first forays into woodcarving!"

Sue reviewed: Beginners' pastel painting workshop at fabulous Glasfryn Hall, North East Wales

"The introduction to pastel painting was excellent. I had been drawn to David's workshop and his work by my love of landscapes so the focus of the day was perfect. The venue is superb, lunch + refreshments delicious and teaching excellent. It was so satisfying to leave the day with a completed picture, plus a goodie bag to have a try at home! I will definitely be booking onto another workshop in the future. Thankyou David."

Oriel Glasfryn Gallery Limited responded:

"Thank you very much, Sue. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed the day and that you are now enthused enough to carry on pastelling at home. Hope to see you at another workshop soon! "

Sarah Griffiths reviewed: Mosaic Hare or Dragonfly – large garden stake at the Cheshire School of Glass

"Loved this course! Highly recommended."

Cheshire School of Glass responded:

"Aww thank you so so much Sarah! Sarah I still have your steel rod if needed for your dragonfly. Many thanks for the lovely review. X"

Jenny reviewed: One-to-one: Learn to use a sewing machine by a professional dressmaker

"The course was just what I needed. I would recommend it. Silvia is lovely <3"

My Sewing Box responded:

"Thank you Jenny! nothing makes me more happy than seeing a student who is intimidated by the sewing machines, and after two hours, they use as if they have used it for years. Happy sewings :) Silvia xx"

Karen Christy reviewed: 3d Copper Foiling Stained Glass 1-day Course for Beginners

"Had a great time. Mike and Jenny were so helpful and knowledgeable. Enjoyed it so much thinking of doing some more myself."

Vitreus Art responded:

"Thanks for your review Karen - it was a pleasure having you on the course! KR Mike"

Chris reviewed: Identifying Trees in Summer

"Really enjoyed this course and walking around Denmark Farm. Ryan shared lots of interesting information and love the shop on site they sell lots of unique books and gifts. "

Denmark Farm Conservation Centre responded:

"Thank you so much Chris, we're delighted that you enjoyed this workshop and all the other opportunities at Denmark Farm. Looking forward to seeing you again on Wildflowers. Mara"