Latest reviews

R Booth reviewed: Introduction to portrait sculpture at Middleton Hall

"Good tuition. Room not great. Poor light on far side but workstation rearranged to improve. Workstation also cramped, 1 sq ft and always knocking tools off. Middleton Hall has good motorway connections."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Hi Rupert, I didn't notice your trouble with tools, sorry, I could've popped them on the nearby table instead. See you later in the year. Best wishes Miranda"

Susanne Smith reviewed: The Art of Nature: Watercolour Landscape Course Online Course 5 hours

"I enjoyed very much! Your teaching, patience and clarity helped getting me energised to try again with this challenging medium. Queen Victoria World Cruise 24."

Art By Purnima responded:

"Well done Susanne for making a start with watercolour just keep going now hopefully you can join a zoom class for the new subjects and techniques."

Larry Amos reviewed: The Art of Nature: Watercolour Landscape Course Online Course 5 hours

"Purnima inspires you to paint by making it look easy giving great results for a few strokes of the paintbrush. She runs through her techniques explaining as she brushes. It doesn't always turn out that good on my paintings but she always encouragea you to keep painting, thank you for all your help.. Queen Victoria World Cruise 24"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Well Done Larry you have made excellent progress in your watercolour journey, your regular attendance was good and you just need to keep going now."

Carolyn McCausland reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I had the nicest time in this course. Rachel had taken so much trouble before the event to perfect every detail. This meant that we could concentrate on building our pieces, without having to do some of the more basic things like cutting out tiny circles of fabric. We were encouraged to develop the pieces from the skills she showed us and she is a kind, competent, inspiring artist and tutor. Highly recommend Rachel’s course. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Carolyn, I do appreciate such lovely comments thank you, and I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself. I was so pleased with how great everyones work looked. Thank you very much for recommending me, very best wishes, Rachel."

Nicki Henderson reviewed: West Midlands: Beginner Nib Calligraphy Workshop

"A fantastic course for beginners ! Our tutor shared her knowledge and experience ! Very kind and patient ! Would highly recommend !! "

Josie flower reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Middleton Hall

"It was a wonderful 2 day course. Geraint was informative, patient and very good company. He was generous with sharing his skilled knowledge. A lovely experience 🌟"

Pam Dixon reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"A really lovely day. Rachel was very welcoming. She explained every stage of the process well and was very encouraging. I am delighted with the result. "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Pam, Thank you very very much for the 5 star review and comments , it's lovely to hear. Your Secret Garden looked really great. Thank you so much for coming, very best wishes, Rachel"

Lorna reviewed: Ecoprinting- exploring the magic and alchemy

"I had an amazing day in great company exploring the many ways you can create amazing prints from the natural world. I had not expected to create so many great pieces and come away with so many ideas of things to try. I can't wait to book more courses with Fiona who was a knowledgeable and friendly host who was really invested in helping us all learn more and have fun exploring the art of the possible and have fun experimenting along the way. Such a mindful and fun way to spend a day."

Earthwise Ecoprints responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Lorna. It was a pleasure teaching you some Ecoprinting techniques and I am so pleased you are inspired to do more. I hope to see you again soon x"

Lyn Harvey reviewed: Introduction to Soap Making Workshop with Afternoon Tea in Lincolnshire

"My daughters and I had a wonderful time on this course . It was fun and informative. We had no prior experience of soap making, and proudly came away with beautiful and unique soap creations . Our crafting experience was topped off with a fantastic home made cream tea . I would definitely recommend this course and will be booking more courses with this tutor . "

Stephanie Fricker reviewed: Barbola Flower Art & Cream Tea

"Thank you Sarah. Mum and I really enjoyed our time with you on the Barbola flower and cream tea day. We are both looking forward to having a go at making more flowers at a later date at home. "

ReVamp Boutique responded:

"Thank you Stephanie! So glad you and your mum enjoyed….The perfect twix between creativity and relaxation! Enjoyed your company and loved the pieces you both worked on. Looking forward to seeing your future projects! "

Claire reviewed: Fused Glass Free Standing Wave

"I had a lovely morning with Jo & Pippa, they were friendly and knowledgeable, I’m looking forward to collecting the piece that they helped me create and will definitely go back for more classes and will recommend to others. Xx"

Sue Smith reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"I really enjoyed this workshop and can thoroughly recommend it - even to complete beginners. There are workshops and there are workshops… I very much appreciated the fact that everything was well thought through, prepared, organised, explained, demonstrated and TAUGHT step by step. Thank you Rachel 🙂"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Sue, thankyou very much for such a lovely review , I do really appreciate it, thankyou. Your little garden looked wonderful, I hope it has been admired at home ! very best wishes, Rachel."

Pam Wright reviewed: Secret Garden Hand Embroidery Workshop with Rachel Davies

"This was my 2nd course with Rachel and I loved it! Clear instructions, steady pace and beautiful materials to work with. I loved my final piece . "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Pam, thankyou so much, I do appreciate you leaving such a positive review, very best wishes, Rachel."

Nigel W reviewed: 1 Person Pen Making Experience. Make & take home the pen of your choice.

"Thank you Duncan, I had a great afternoon trying my hand at something new, with a very satisfying result. Duncan clearly explains everything and guides you through the process, if things don’t go right it’s not a problem, wood doesn’t always behave itself. The choice of what to make with a large selection of wood and other materials is yours and the end result you can proudly show off to your friends. You will not regret booking a wood turning course with Duncan."

Duncs Wood Turning responded:

"Nigel, Many thanks for attending the workshop, I enjoyed your company. You showed great affinity with the tools, machinery and the materials, it was a pleasure to have you here. I hope that the pen you made gives you years of pleasure. Rgds Duncs"

David Mills reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"A really enjoyable day. Its been a long time since I used a lathe but Paul's instruction and reassuring manner enable me to recapture my confidence. His tips and techniques from sharpening tools to good turning techniques resulted in the production of a vase I was pleased to take home. I now have confidence to get woodturning again. Thanks for the tea and the lunch too. Recommended."

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feeback David, good luck with your return to woodturning! "

Chris C reviewed: Creative metalwork and welding, scrap metal sculpture.

"I went with a friend and the the instructors were great, really clear and supportive, had a great time, big smiles driving home, and now we both have odd handmade garden ornaments - would recommend to all, regardless of prior skill (I had none) 😁"

WTF Workshops responded:

"Thank you for you review Chris. We are so glad you enjoyed yourself :)"

Susie reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"I did this course with my mum, neither of us are artistic, especially my mum who was actually quite anxious about doing something 'arty'. But Jo gave superb guidance throughout the day and we left with a beautiful hare each which we love. Jo was lovely, friendly and clearly very knowledgeable. Appearances from her dogs and husband made the day even more relaxed and fun. I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone, even those who think they're not artistic. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Susie! I love having Mother and Daughters together in the studio - such a great experience to do together. So happy your Mum enjoyed the day - you both made wonderful hares. Jo x"

Helen Mason reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Just attended a "make a hare" one-day course with Jo. Lovely day and so pleased with the end result. Jo is a great teacher, clear and patient. Thank you Jo. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Helen! It was lovely seeing you back in the studio 😘😘😘"

Annette reviewed: Felted Bag - with Nuno and/or Resist features

"Fantastic day, yet again. Thank you Emma for your expert tuition, guidance and patience. I am thrilled with my Nuno Bag!"

Helen reviewed: Felted Bag - with Nuno and/or Resist features

"A brilliant experience - Emma took us through each step with clear instructions and advice. Really good to design and make my bag in colours and shapes of my choice with Emma's guidance. Very pleased with outcome."

Trina reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"Thoroughly enjoyed Richard’s informal but detailed instructions. It was lovely to chat and get the feel for the clay. Will definitely be back for a few more pots and some glazing."

Potterydayz responded:

"Thank you for the review Tina. Glad you found the instructions valuable. I hope to see you again soon."

Nathan reviewed: Thatching for beginners with South West Thatching

"This is a great course and it's really worth the time and money. Thatching is a big and fairly complicated topic but Toby broke it down for us so I think we all left feeling satisfied we had learned the basics. Toby is a lovely chap and a true master of his craft. The garden where he hosts the course is beautiful and the complimentary tea and cake really hit the spot after all that thatching!"

South West Thatching responded:

"Thank you so much, was great meeting you and good luck for any projects in the future. "

Janos reviewed: Thatching for beginners with South West Thatching

"What a great experience. Course is proper hands on and Toby is such a great person to train. Perfect course for beginners to get an insight of thatching. I'm looking forward to see more advanced courses in the short future. The location and complementary cake is out of this world. Thanks again for the excellent venue. "

South West Thatching responded:

"Was great meeting you and I hope to meet up again soon, maybe on one of my jobs."

Sally-Ann Raffell reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"Fabulous day with Amanda on our SAORI Loom weaving day… Great location and wonderfully relaxed experience- loved it and would highly recommend the day! Thanks SO much Amanda 😃🙏💗"

BEAUTIFULcloth SAORI Studio responded:

"Thank you Sally for your kind words. It was such a joy having you and Paula in the studio and I am so pleased you enjoyed the day and made such lovely cloth."

Marie reviewed: Organic Skincare Workshop 2 Attendees £90 per person

"Myself and my friend had a fabulous day at this workshop. Allison was really welcoming and highly knowledgeable and we had a real giggle whilst learning so much about the art of organic skincare. I'm really enjoying using the products we made and would thoroughly recommend this workshop."

Maid in the Meadow responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review and recommendation Marie. It was a pleasure to spend the day with you both and I'm glad you both enjoyed your day making products and are enjoying using them. "