Latest reviews

Sue Turner reviewed: Free Motion Quilting for the Terrified!

"What an excellent day! I learned so much and while I understand that free motion quilting takes lots of time and practice and Jen gave us all the tools we needed to go away and build on what we learned and develop our skills further. Jen also gave us loads of tips and tricks about quilting in general. Thank you! "

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Hi Sue, thanks for taking the time to leave a review, very much appreciated. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and gained a lot from it - your sampler was lovely. Enjoy practising and let me know how you get on! Best wishes, Jen "

Anita Abbs reviewed: Crochet Worshop - All levels at Tandem Crafts, Stourbridge

"Lovely course, excellent teacher and came away feeling confident about crochet. "

Giles reviewed: Acrylic Painting Class

"Wow. What a wonderful setting, it's beautiful and the Josie is very helpful and knowledgeable too. Lovely chilled vibes "

Class Creative Studios responded:

"Fantastic to welcome you to the studio Giles really glad you enjoyed it!"

Hester Wain reviewed: Charcoal & Biochar Making Course - Warminster Wiltshire

"Fabulous course, great venue, fantastic teaching with great knowledge and experience. Wonderful lunch!"

Roberta Goodey reviewed: Making Handmade Recycled Paper for Beginners

"Had a lovely day with Jayne learning about paper making. Lovely group of ladies and the venue was delightful."

Jacquie reviewed: Woodturning 2 day workshop

"This was a gift for my husband's 70th. Andy's communication from pre-booking to post course was excellent. Wood turning was a craft my husband had not done before, though always wanted to. Andy's excellent engaging tuition and wealth of knowledge has inspired my husband to continue wood turning, (when he gets the correct tools and a lathe!). He came home with 2 beautifully turned bowls of which he is rightly proud! Andy and Mary's friendly hospitality was the icing on the tasty home baked cake! Highly recommended. "

Andys woodworking responded:

"Thanks for the kind words Jacquie !had a lovely couple of days with Andy -he is a natural "

Andrew Potter reviewed: Tinsmithing Workshop - One Day

"I very much enjoyed the course and John our tutor was excellent. He explained and demonstrated the techniques required and was always available to advise and help as required. There was a good selection of items for us to make and and the whole day was good fun. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for leaving us a review. We are pleased you enjoyed the workshop and shall let the course tutor know too! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

Chris Thompson reviewed: Tinsmithing Workshop - One Day

"Knowledgeable and approachable teacher who took the time to ensure that all who attended took away skills and two usable products."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for leaving us a lovely review. We are pleased you enjoyed the workshop! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

Marèse reviewed: Enamelling on copper bowls day course at Rainbow Glass Studios

"A great day enamelling on copper bowls, so fascinating to see layers of enamel come to life when fired. Eleanor is an excellent tutor who explained all processes very clearly & was always on hand to help when required. I was amazed at the lovely bowls I was able to create & take home with me. a very enjoyable day - thank you Eleanor."

Eleanor Designs responded:

"Hello Marese It was lovely to meet you, Thank you for your curiosity and enthusiasm to learn to enamel with me! You made a beautiful job of your bowls in complimentary colours and I hope you enjoy wearing your domed pendants too. Fabulous results on your first day! I hope to see you again soon! Eleanor Enamelling Tutor at Rainbow Glass Studios"

Helen Garwood reviewed: Large outdoor plaster hare sculpture kit

"My daughter bought me the large hare kit for mothers day. It was the most perfect gift! Everything I needed to create a glorious hare, who now sits proudly in my garden. Jo's instructions were very clear and easy to follow and her after sale service is excellent. I made my hare over a weekend, I loved how you could shape it to your own preferred stance, and so make something truly your own. Absolutely wonderful!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Helen! Your lovely hare sat in your garden for 4 years before a small accident - now lovingly restored by yourself back to former glory! Well done 🤗🙌 Jo x"

Trudy K reviewed: Mosaic/chat/create! with award winning mosaicist Emma Abel

"Emma explained in detail about mosaic techniques/patterns, how to cut/glue tiles, how to simplify your choice of picture so laying the pieces formed the shape you wanted. She was on hand to give any help needed and provided a cuppa/cake whenever. What I enjoyed most was that Emma guided you but gave free rein in colours/designs, only advising if needed, so you had your own individual piece of work at end of day. Her selection of tiles and colours were incredible. I was like a kid in a sweet shop and enjoyed everything."

abelmosaics responded:

"Thanks very much Trudy, I'm so glad you enjoyed the day. Your cockerel worked out very well, with great choice of colours."

Laura Mitchell reviewed: Whole day, wet felted landscape workshop with Claire Priestley of Teesdale Felt at the Hearth Horsley

"Excellent course. Claire is an outstanding teacher and I was delighted with the skills I leaned and the item I produced. "

Teesdale Felt responded:

"Thank you so much for your review. It really made my day and I am very pleased that you enjoyed the workshop. Your picture was beautiful and I hope you find somewhere to display it where it can be admired! I hope to work with you again. Xx"

Kate Andrews reviewed: Make Your Own Wedding Rings From Your Old Jewellery.

"Absolutely brilliant Anna was lovely and a great teacher. Explained things clearly and stepped in when asked. Very supportive and clear instructions. We loved it and really happy with our rings."

Anna Mcloughlin Fine Jewellery responded:

"Thank you so much for this lovely review. You both made really beautiful rings. It was an absolute pleasure having you at my studio for the day. "

Lydia Leary-Kennan reviewed: Spoon Carving Taster Session

"Mike’s course was a brilliant experience from start to finish. The info he sent beforehand was helpful & reassuring, the location was fab, what we learned was invaluable, Mike was very knowledgeable & encouraging with a great energy & the spoons we took home are way better than anything we’d imagined we’d be able to create. Highly recommend to anyone, we could’ve stayed all day!"

Jan Hiscock reviewed: Willow Plant Supports (1 day) in the Peak District

"Completely 5 star from beginning to end! Alison and Ed, who ran the course, where completely lovely and so helpful. I never could have believed I'd be able to make a 6ft garden support, let alone 2!! The day was absolutely great from beginning to end, meet some wonderful people on the course and it all took place in an idyllic 'to die for garden' with fabulous views. Having the company of nosey chicken's was also a bonus, as was the food, which was non-stop and completely delicious, I'm sure I'll be booking another willow weaving course again soon. "

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

"Thankyou Jan! All such lovely feedback and music to our ears. Come again soon!"

Celia Perez Mourin reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"An excellent course, Jo is a patient and supportive tutor and artist. The setting is superb and inspirational. The course very well planned out, well spaced, and resourced, with plenty of tea & choc biscuits thrown in. We all ended up with work which we could gladly claim as our work and display with pride in our homes. This is my 2nd course with Jo, my first was her excellent Slate Mossaic course. I will be back to add to the hare family. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Celia! Lovely to have you back in the studio 🤗. This was quite a different type of workshop to the Slate one, but so glad you enjoyed the day and went away with your lovely hare. I look forward to having you back so you can create your leveret! Jo xx"

Sarah reviewed: Stained Glass using the Copper Foil Technique

"We had a really fun, informative day in a beautiful setting with Elaine making stained glass sun catchers. She had lots of templates for us to choose from, and was happy to make one if we wanted something slightly different. There was lots of colour textured glass to choose from. She was very hands on, helping us along the way. I'd definitely go back and make something else."

Stained Glass by Elaine Alexandra responded:

"Thank you for leaving me a lovely review. It was great to meet you all and facilitate your individual choice of projects. I would be delighted to hold another workshop for you in the future should you wish to return. With Best Wishes Elaine"

neil Wiseman reviewed: Wood turning - One day course

"Brilliant day, thanks."

Matt reviewed: Introduction to Hand Tool Joinery 1-day course

"Cate was a fantastic teacher and her enthusiasm for the craft shone in her teaching. I had a great time learning how to use various hand tools. Would thoroughly recommend to anyone looking for a beginners woodworking course."

Yandle & Sons Ltd responded:

"Thank you for your review, i will be sure to pass the message along to Kate. We are glad you enjoyed your course "

Gary Shepherd reviewed: Improvers' pastel painting workshop at fabulous Glasfryn Hall, North Wales

"Beautiful surroundings set the tone for such a great day. Very easy to find, the venue is perfect. Dave himself is super friendly and really helps create a great, calm, supportive atmosphere (and the lunch was 10/10 too). Dave explains process in a wonderful, informative manner and I actually ended the day with a pastel painting of which I am very proud. I look forward to attending another session in the future. Thank you Dave, you have created a pastel convert!!!!"

Oriel Glasfryn Gallery Limited responded:

"Thank for coming on the workshop, Gary, and for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It glad you enjoyed it and I've got another pastel convert - my master plan is coming together!"

Kirsty Fee reviewed: Stone carving for the Garden - carve your own garden planter or bird bowl in Bath stone – a two day creative stone carving workshop with Zoe Singleton

"Absolutely fabulously creative weekend! I love my birdbath thanks to your patient and encouraging tuition. Your studio is in such a beautiful and natural setting and you and Paul made me so welcome. Thanks so much. "

Sarah Dawson reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers

"What a wonderful day we had with Liz on her Lino cutting and printing workshop. From the moment we walked up the drive to her beautiful studio and home we were made to feel so welcome. Liz’s teaching style and patience meant that we all managed to produce a piece of work that we could be proud of. The whole day was thoroughly enjoyable and really satisfying, thank you."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Sarah, Good to hear from you and thank you for your very kind words - they are much appreciated. You were a lovely party to work with and it made the day so easy. It was great to see your knowledge and understanding grow and you all produced beautiful lino prints. Do come again! Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Marion Beckett reviewed: Ecoprinting- exploring the magic and alchemy

"I enjoyed this course very much. It covered a lot of printing methods. 4 stars because it would have been nice if at least one item printed was made into something, e.g. handkerchief, card, etc, even if it meant one less printing method was covered. Notes were also provided which was useful."

Keeley reviewed: Spring forest wool painting - needle felting workshop with The Lady Moth - Cambridge

"Great course; Zenia taught us all the techniques and helped us along the way. It was a great skill to learn and produced excellent results! A great way to spend a relaxing Saturday."

Helen reviewed: Printing with Gelli Plates - pictures or memory book pages

"Great fun! An interesting, informative and very productive day. Barbara guides you through the process, then lets you experiment with colour and stencils. She is happy to share her experience and knowledge and readily steps in if you are about to go wrong or need a bit of help. I left with more printed papers than expected and the bonus of a personally printed little tote bag. Highly recommended "

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"Hello, thank you. I loved your designs and hopefully you will frame some of them and collage or scrapbook with others. Well done and keep printing 😁.. "