Latest reviews

Lamorna payne reviewed: Willow Weaving – ‘Alibaba’ Linen Basket

"I loved this course, Jane the tutor is so patient, and explains herself very well. She also must have thumbs of steel😂 I'm well chuffed with my basket too. "

Denmark Farm Conservation Centre responded:

"Thank you for joining us Lamorna. We're so pleased that you are chuffed with your first basket. Looking forward to seeing you again very soon. Mara "

Tonia reviewed: Beginners spoon carving taster session

"Amazing time at Clara Vale with Steve today. Excellent and knowledgeable teacher and we both are hooked!! Very pleased with all we have learnt and our amazing spoons. "

Northern Wood Monkey responded:

"Thanks so much Tonia, it was great to meet you both and get you onto the carving buzz"

Nigel reviewed: Woodturning tuition in Wiltshire

"What a fantastic day! It’s been a couple of days since my session with Andy and I’m really pleased with how much I learnt. Andy is charming, entertaining and a font of knowledge which he’s happy to share. Great value. If you're thinking about taking up wood turning - you’d be hard pressed to find a better place to start. "

Andys woodworking responded:

"Thanks for your kind remarks Nigel ! Hope to see you again "

Aonghas Maxwell reviewed: Spoon Carving with Touchwood Glasgow

"So much fun! No experience required, Robert has such a relaxed style of teaching that gave us all such great confidence. It was so satisfying to finish a spoon in one day! I would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone in Glasgow who is looking to start or get more acquainted with carpentry. "

Clare reviewed: One Day Leather Bag Making Workshop

"I had a really excellent experience as a complete newbie on this leather bag workshop. Sarah was informative and helpful, guiding us through the process. I love my bag!"

Neil reviewed: Turn a wooden bowl on a traditional pole lathe

"A fabulous day turning a bowl. Steve is an excellent tutor (with the patience of a saint!) and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended. "

Northern Wood Monkey responded:

"Hi Neil It was great to turn a bowl with you and to hear that you are looking to carry it on at home too. It is such a rewarding way to work. All the best. Steve"

Jax reviewed: Willow Deer or Pig at Merriott Social Venue

"I came home with a deer !! A fabulous day, Jo was a fabulous teacher generous in her time and help and everyone completed a deer or pig. Great and clear instruction. Excellent pre course communication. I would highly recommend and will be looking to do more in the future"

Jo Sadler Willow responded:

"Thank you so much, Jax. The herd was spectacular! "

Jake Matthias reviewed: Cornish Blacksmithing Experience

"An amazing course for anyone looking to learn the basics of blacksmithing whilst being able to walk away with a finished product the same day. Jeremy was a great tutor who expertly walked me through each step whilst explaining the history behind the tools and profession. The forge itself was incredible and in such a lovely part of Cornwall. I quickly felt confident handling the metal and tools during the practice session before we moved onto the real piece. It was great being able to use both traditional and modern tools as well as understanding more about the heat treatment process. Would highly recommend this course!"

ALBERT reviewed: Beginners spoon carving taster session

"Very knowledgeable, welcoming , friendly atmosphere. A good introduction to the hobby of wood carving. He teaches you a couple of techniques of cutting to get you started and make a spoon in a couple of hours."

Northern Wood Monkey responded:

"Hi Albert. Good to meet you today and to see you find your carving groove. So glad you enjoyed the day"

Catherine reviewed: Fingerless Gloves & Wristwarmers

"Loved it! Emma is fabulous - so much knowledge & makes you feel so welcome & at ease. Time to explain each stage. Lovely studio & brilliant day."

Anna reviewed: Fingerless Gloves & Wristwarmers

"A terrific course and so very enjoyable. Left with a beautiful pair of wrist warmers, I didn't think I was capable of making. Emma is a very supportive tutor who explains each stage clearly and offers lots of useful felting tips along the way"

Cally reviewed: SAORI Weaving Discovery Session

"I went to this course with two friends and we had the most wonderful time. The welcome was warm and welcoming, the instructions were clear and straightforward and we spent a very happy couple of hours weaving away and chatting. We all came home with weaved pieces we were very happy with. Highly recommended. "

Kathryn reviewed: 2 Hour Dipping Bowl Pottery Course

"I took my 12 year old son along for a 2hr course. Mathew was just brilliant - a great teacher, extremely knowledgeable, and a lovely welcoming person. He made us feel at ease and was very patient and encouraging. We learnt such a lot and managed to complete two pieces each. It was great fun and I would highly recommend! Thank you so much Mathew, we’ll certainly be back for another class!"

Dimbleby Ceramics - Studio Pottery Courses responded:

"Hi Kathryn, thank you for taking the time to leave a review about the workshop, it really helps others looking to book a workshop. It would be great to have you both back for another course in the future and develop your skills on the potter’s wheel, Best wishes Mat"

Aly reviewed: Beginners 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"A Super day - so glad I booked it. Lovely teacher Gill. Two other lovely girls also at the workshop. A fun and relaxed day whilst being busy and productive. Great to get on and challenge yourself or have Gill’s help on hand if needed. Really nice space for the workshop. Easy to park. Fantastic piece to take home and be very proud of. Tea and cake a lovely treat too. Thank you Gill and girls for a super day."

Gill Rogers responded:

"Many thanks Aly for your fabulous review, it was so great to meet you and I had such a fun day too!👍🥰 Hope to see you again sometime in the near future, Gill x "

Martin reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"Had a great day with Rowena, I chose to spend the whole day on the wheel. Instructions were very clear and easy to understand. I look forward to repeating this experience again in the future. "

Paddock Studio Pottery responded:

"Thank you Martin for taking the time to write a good review of your one day course with me. Look forward to seeing you again in the future. Rowena"

Carol reviewed: Beginners Silver Jewellery Course

"My daughter and I had a fab day on this course. Mark was very patient - we were both beginners - and he explained each step involved in making silver jewellery to make the day interesting and enjoyable. We both went home with lovely rings/bangles! Also thanks to Terri for the coffee/teas! Would highly recommend this course - thanks Mark "

Mary reviewed: Enamelling jewellery private workshop

"Really enjoyable and informative session with Sarah - definitely inspired to do some more enamelling soon! Highly recommended."

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"It was lovely to meet you both! Thanks very much for taking the time to leave a review. Sarah"

Amy reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience in Grassington (3 hours)

"Richard was very knowledgeable and helped us create some excellent hanging basket brackets. We will definitely recommend Richard to anyone who would like to give this a try. Thank you! "

Yvonne Fay reviewed: A day of learning fused glass techniques

"Thanks Gen for an amazing workshop! So many different techniques and we got to make so much more than I expected. Lunch was lovely too! Thank you so much for sharing your skills and knowledge with such enthusiasm. Can’t wait to see my pieces finished."

Wicked Gen Crafts responded:

"Thank you for being so lovely to teach. It is always great fun to have students who are really keen to learn so I had loads of fun sharing with you as much as I could. "

A Wiley reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Excellent course with an exceptionally capable and knowledgeable instructor. A really fun and educational time for all attending, including making a large number and wide variety of items practicing a range of techniques, with some personal projects thrown in at request. By far the best days blacksmithing I've had."

Bev Hulme reviewed: Two day (consecutive) stained glass starter course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"This was an excellent course. Paul is an expert in his field and imparted so much useful information in a fun and informative way. The small number of students (4) meant that we all received personal tuition whenever we needed it and the piece I created was so much better than I could have hoped. I couldn't recommend this more."

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you Bev, very much appreciated :•)"

Darina neeson reviewed: Peg loom weaving a seat pad

"I loved every minute of this course from meeting the alpacas to the weaving of the fleece. Hayley was so welcoming and generous with her time and she explained everything well and made everything so easy to follow. The setting was fabulous, warm and cosy and the hospitality was great with homemade Welsh cakes, soup and cake in the afternoon - honestly couldn’t recommend the whole experience more…. I felt like I had been transported at weaving heaven. So much more than the amazing weaving experience."

Smallholding Secrets responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review. It was a pleasure to spend the day with you. I hope your weaving journey continues with much success and enjoyment. "

Lesley reviewed: Silver Jewellery Making 1 to 1 Private Class

"I have just completed two days with Kate. A wonderful half term holiday break. The location of the studio is ideal with a sea view and handy for lunch time walk. Right next door to a brilliant cafe too. I have some experience and Kate was brilliant at providing tailor made coaching for the areas I was rusty on as well as exposing me to new techniques that stretched my capability. Having had a break from this hobby I now have the confidence to take it up again. "

Sea and Silver Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you Lesley. I am pleased you enjoyed your time at Sea and Silver Jewellery School. Enjoy your jewellery making. 😊"

Nick V reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"This was a brilliant 2 day course learning the basics of working with green wood and coming out the other end with a very lovely and fully functional sidetable :). The 2 days really flew by as we learned so many techniques and skills, all carefully supervised by Peter and his excellent apprentice, Toby. All this in a calm and peaceful, rural location with plenty of tea, coffee and chocolate biscuits. Like all of the other participants, I left completely fired up with the desire to make some more furniture ... and, of course, acquire all the right tools! I hope to return for another course in the not-too-distant future. Highly recommended."

Noelle reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing taster

"Richard has a real knack for describing the process in stages that are easy to understand and follow. Very patient teacher which made the session really enjoyable. Many thanks "

Potterydayz responded:

"So glad you found the processes easy to follow Noelle, well done on your achievements. Hope to see you again soon."