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Cathey Rabie reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"The teacher was very informative and very helpful and understanding. I now have the basics to enjoy my hobby! (World Cruise Queen Victoria 2024) - Cathey Rabie"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Well done Cathy I'm glad to hear that you learnt more new techniques keep up the good work and hope to see you on another course very soon without art by Purnima."

Cathey Rabie reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"The teacher was very informative and very helpful and understanding. I now have the basics to enjoy my hobby! (World Cruise Queen Victoria 2024) - Cathey Rabie"

Art By Purnima responded:

" well done, Cathy keep up the good work. Hope to see you on a new course with our very soon."

Cynthia Mooney reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"I really enjoyed my time in class and appreciated the guidance through the various projects. You did an excellent job of teaching the basics. thank you! (World Cruise Queen Victoria 2024) Cynthia"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you, Cynthia for your kind words. Hope you will continue with your Watercolour journey and hope to see you on a new course very soon."

Pauline Howell reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"Very Enjoyable session. First Class (World Cruise Queen Victoria 2024) Pauline"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Moulden Pauline starting watercolours with Art by Purnima hope you will continue with your journey. I wish you all the best."

Angele Passes reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"You have given me a direction! thank you so much. (World Cruise Queen Victoria 2024) "

Art By Purnima responded:

"Well done, Angele for starting Watercolour with Art by Purnima it is great to see you. Continue with Watercolour by joining my online zoom course and landscape course looking forward to teaching you more techniques."

Mary Stevens reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"I have been taught about different washes and how to apply them correctly. Now I feel confident to work more with watercolours. Thoroughly enjoyed these sessions and you were a calm and positive teacher. Thank you so much Purnima (World Cruise Queen Victoria 2024) "

Art By Purnima responded:

"Well done Mary you have made a great start with the Watercolour washes. Thank you for your kind words. Hope you will keep up the good work. Hope to see you very soon on a new Watercolour course with (Art) by Purnima."

John Wickes reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"The most rewarding and enjoyable time sailing home from Sydney to Southampton. Purnima is a great teacher with lots of patience and humourous. John Wickes (World Cruise Queen Victoria 2024)"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Well done, John for joining the Watercolour course you have made great progress. Hope to see you very soon on a new course."

Sue Dodsworth reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"Purnima is first-class teacher who teaches almost everyone individually. I don't know how she does it! I had no experience of painting and now I am going to carry on. Thank you Purnima, you are inspirational. Sue"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank-you for your amazing review. You have come.on really well with watercolour. Thank-you for continuing on zoom with artbypurnima "

Tim Prior reviewed: Dry Stone Walling Taster weekend (2 days) - Gwrhyd, Pontardawe

"Both myself and my wife thoroughly enjoyed the course and would highly recommend. It was extremely informative, a pleasure to take part and really great to see the end result. Both Jamie and David were excellent instructors and good company throughout."

Anthony reviewed: Wood joints class using reclaimed materials

"I recently took part in the 'Introduction to Wood Joints class' at TM Woodcrafts, and would recommend it to anyone who is interested in woodworking. Tyler (the course instructor) is fun, knowledgeable and clearly very passionate about his craft. He took time to measure the skills of the students in the room and tailor the content and speed of delivery to suit. His approach was supportive but not overbearing. Importantly, we were very attentive to safety. The course itself was great. Tyler explained the theory of everything he was showing us, as well as various ways to achieve a desired joint. For example, when cutting and chiseling he explained about the grains in the woods we were using and how different grains would cause the woods to split in different ways. When we made mistakes he offered ways to rectify them. Despite being complete beginners, all the students in my class completed three joints which were strong and reasonably aesthetically pleasing. Something I certainly wouldn't have been able to achieve before attending the course. As well as being a great teacher, Tyler was also a great guy. He kept the coffee flowing and he even gifted a few tools to one of the students who was just starting out, so that the skills she'd leant could be put to use. I will definitely return in future."

Michele Brook reviewed: Willow Flower - Allium/Poppy Seed Head Workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Great workshop. The poppyseed head is now in pride of place in the garden. Welcomed the opportunity to also purchase other willow items from Vicky. Good location. Will book another one soon. "

Barbara reviewed: Willow Flower - Allium/Poppy Seed Head Workshop with Dovecote Willow

"I had a lovely relaxing morning and am very happy with the end result. I hope to attend more of these workshops in the future. "

Ruth Lewis reviewed: Hand spinning course - absolute beginners

"We thoroughly enjoyed our day with Hollie. We both have spinning wheels but no real idea of how to use them. Hollie explained what we should do then let us try, adding extra information and advice when she spotted we needed it. She was unfailingly patient and encouraging, and we both came away knowing what to do next. A fantastic day!"

Gilian reviewed: Fused glass workshop - make a Lantern - Forest Row

"Great morning - of being totally absorbed and creative. Jayne has a friendly, helpful and encouraging approach to anything you wish to create. Love it - will definitely be back."

Doreen Parker reviewed: Discovering Spinning on a Drop Spindle

"Drop Spindle course was really enjoyable. Amy was friendly, helpful and very patient - many thanks. I felt I learnt so much in the session. "

Denmark Farm Conservation Centre responded:

"Very happy that you enjoyed this course. Thank you for joining us and hope to see you again soon. Mara"

Susan Hill reviewed: Needlefelt a Herdwick portrait - with Jane Makes. A Quirky Workshop in Greystoke, nr the Lake District, Cumbria

"I absolutely loved this whole experience at Quirky Workshop in Greystoke. If you are travelling alone, don't hesitate, you are looked after from booking to leaving. Lunch and afternoon tea was delicious. Annie is a wonderful host. The tutor was very friendly and helpful."

Wendy reviewed: Stacking rings workshop with Faith

"Thank you for a really great ring making workshop today, my daughters and myself really enjoyed our time with you, a lovely warm and knowledgeable tutor, and a lovely studio. Thank you x"

Ms Heather Coles reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"The Raku day with Richard Gibson from Pottery Dayz was fantastic. Richard is very knowledgeable and is able to explain things very clearly. The day was really well organised but did not feel rushed. We were able to produce 4 finished pots using different techniques and were able to get involved with the firing process in a safe way. Lovely setting with good facilities. Very pleased with the pots I was able to glaze and decorate. Highly recommended."

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for the detailed review and the recommendation. It was a great day for a Raku gathering. Your attendance was most appreciated. I hope we see you again for another soon. Good luck with your continued craft exploration."

Emma reviewed: Cabochon cutting and faceting course over two consecutive days

"James was so helpful during the two-day course I took in March! He's a really skilled craftsperson and a very attentive teacher. The course was a brilliant introduction to stonecutting and a rare find! I would absolutely recommend it to anyone considering. Brilliant experience, thank you, James!"

Treasureworks responded:

"Thank you Emma! It was lovely to meet you and I had a great time instructing you. Thank you, Regards, James : )"

Mereta reviewed: Felt Lampshades

"Emma was an amazing teacher and testament to her teaching is the brilliant finished products. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole making process and loved creating the felt fabric! Thank you so much for your belief, inspiration and calmness!"

Patrick reviewed: Stool Making Workshop

"Can’t say enough good things about this course and the teacher, Tim. The stool came out great and the whole process of making it was really fun. He’s a top teacher - really friendly, explains things really well and is a great help, while allowing you to do everything yourself and have total control. "

Isabella reviewed: A day on the tiles: one-day mosaic workshop

"Booked this for my Mum who came back so pleased with what she had made, she had a wonderful time thank you! "

Valley Craft Studio responded:

"I’m so glad she liked it - she worked really hard and I think it shows. Her finished piece looked amazing 🤩"

Chris White reviewed: Dry Stone Walling Taster weekend (2 days) - Gwrhyd, Pontardawe

"Excellent 2 days. Covered more than just basics so good insight for me to tackle some walls at home. Easy to follow instructions. Very knowledgeable instructors. Relaxed tuition. Interesting to the point I'd like to learn more."

David Graham reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"My son and I did the one day course, and had a brilliant time. The tuition was first class, very patient and knowledgeable. All the knife making stages were done at your own pace, and when you made a mistake, you got to correct it with sympathetic guidance : ) Both of us came away with very functional knifes, but not as fine as Graham’s ! We had such a good time, that the axe making course is on our to do list."

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks David and we're all looking forward to seeing you both again."

Jenny reviewed: Beginners Dressmaking: Japanese Apron

"Small group with mixed experience. Useful tips and ideas even tho' I had sewn before. Used interlocker for first time - great."