Latest reviews

Mel reviewed: Christmas deer bottle

"I went to this craft session with a friend to do something lovely and festive. We both really enjoyed it! Jan was very welcoming and guided us through the craft. I absolutely love the bottle I made, we were able to make them personal to us, and with Jan’s help and so many materials, it looks really professional. Very much enjoyed and love our craft. "

Feline Fixins Powertex Fun responded:

"Hi Mel, It was a pleasure to meet you and Jen, and to help you create your beautiful festive deer bottles. They were both so creative, and as you said could have been bought in a high end garden centre. I wondered what reaction you had from your family when you told them you had bought it before revealing you had made it . Thank you for your company, you know where I am if you fancy having a dabble with Powertex or anything else I have on the website. Happy Christmas"

Richard Tucker reviewed: Introduction To Welding & Basic Fabrication

"Fabulous 1-2-1 training with Joe. We went through the H&S elements, and tried out different types of welding practices (MMA/Stick welding), Mig, Tig and gasless. Lots of questions answered and already lots of chatting and trying out different things to gain more confidence. I'd recommend to anyone."

Laura reviewed: Lucy Churchill's Stone Carving Workshops

"Such a wonderful course. Lucy allows you to follow your creative ideas whist providing clear expert teaching and guidance. My classmate and my sculptures could not be more different, but we both received exactly what we needed. With such a small group size you really do get bespoke attention. The food catering provided was also good, and perhaps most importantly we had hours of inspiring conversation while we worked. If in doubt just do it!"

Jane R reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"This was a fantastic experience. Steve explained the process in an easy to understand way & was there to help. It isn't as easy as he made it look but at the end I was very proud & pleased with my very special Christmas bauble. My friends have commented how nice it is that we have decided to go next year so they can also have this pleasing experience too. "

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you for your kind review Jane, so glad you enjoyed your time with us. We look forward to seeing your friends next time. Regards the team at chew valley handmade glass "

Jane Brown reviewed: An Introduction to Pyrography Wood Art with Ruth Wheeler

"I really enjoyed the day learning pyrography skills. Thank you Ruth for your help & expertise. I am very pleased with the piece of art I created & I am going to purchase a pyrography machine so I can continue to practice at home."

Sculpt IT - Ruth Wheeler Art responded:

"Amazing news that you are going to buy a machine. It was lovely to meet you on Saturday and I am pleased that you enjoyed it. Keep in touch. "

Sue Kerwood reviewed: Peg Loom Weaving with high welfare fleeces

"Very enjoyable, informative and relaxing afternoon. Thank you"

The Woven Briar Ltd responded:

"Thank you so much, let me know when you decide you need a floor loom and a flock of sheep!"

Claire Underwood reviewed: Paint pouring with tea & cake

"What an enjoyable afternoon ! It was a new style of art to me, very exciting because the effects were unpredictable. The three of us made pleasing canvasses I think. Thanks,Claire."

Liz Harkin reviewed: Leather tooling course with Pip Davidson

"This was a wonderful course! Pip is very knowledgeable and generously shares this knowledge. She warmly welcomed us into her home, and we learned so much over the 2 days with her. I left feeling confident and thinking about all the future projects I want to make, and thanks to Pip I will be able to achieve. I cannot recommend this course highly enough! It was absolutely wonderful! "

Joanne Crump reviewed: MakeTeddy Kit – Spotty Bear

"Beautiful kit and great instruction booklet - look forward to making this "

teddyand.me responded:

"Thanks so much for your kind words - enjoy xx"

Wendy reviewed: Sea Glass Jewellery Making Course - One day course (Reading)

"Great & Fun way to spend an afternoon learning what jewellery techniques you can achieve with sea glass."

La Jade responded:

"Thank you for your review Wendy I’m glad you enjoyed the course 🤗"

Billy reviewed: Pottery throwing in Huddersfield

"Was a great experience with Geoff teaching us the basics. Very clear instructions and we both ended up with pots we were happy with. Can’t wait to come back once they have been fired !"

Earth Pig Pottery responded:

"So glad you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you soon for some glazing."

Katherine reviewed: Full Day Woodturning tuition from Registered Professional Turner in Dorset, South West

"A very talented and enthusiastic young man, Joe had a lot of interesting techniques to pass in. As an absolute beginner, I came away keen for more."

Joe Creed-Kaile responded:

"Hi Katherine, Thanks for your kind review. You were a pleasure to teach. "

Liliana reviewed: Art clay silver

"That was an incredible time. I didn't expect it was gonna be such great fun. Jade is really sympathetic and she really loves what she's doing. I recommend the Silver clay course with Jade."

Goldwrightsjewelleryschool responded:

"Thank you Liliana, it was a lovely morning and you made such lovely jewellery :) "

Hattie reviewed: Stained glass sun catcher lesson

"We had a wonderful day with Graham, he's very experienced, patient and a good laugh. Really happy with our stain glass suncatchers, and learned a new skill, something we will treasure forever! Thank you for a lovely time"

GrahamsGlass responded:

"Thank you ladies xx"

Joan reviewed: Half day mosaic workshops with Laura Barnes.

"I went to the mosaic course with my daughter. It was for 3hrs, which was long enough for us to learn the basics and make something to take home. Laura was very patient and very knowledgeable and guided us both through the steps. We would highly recommend this course as it is so much fun and it's something you could easily carry on after the day. Laura is very passionate about her craft and she was eager to pass on as much of this skill onto us as she could. The venue was easy to get to and able to park right outside of the venue. The area of Todmorden is worth a look round while you're there, great market. I made a Robin slate wall hanging whilst my daughter made a teapot stand. We are both very proud of what we achieved just in a few hours, fun afternoon. "

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"Thank you, Joan for your lovely review! It's amazing how much can be learnt in 3 hours and both of you took to the art of mosaic straight away. I enjoyed your company and am delighted you had a chance to see Todmorden. My best wishes to you both. "

Vikki Browning reviewed: Introduction to Woodworking

"What a great day. Bill is so patient and knowledgeable, and explains it so well! He coped admirably with 2 intermediates and 2 beginners at the same time. We all managed to learn new skills. However, his tea-making is appalling, so take your own flask. Highly highly highly recommend his courses."

Craven Conservation and Restoration Ltd responded:

"Thank you Vikki, Roy, Roger and Caleb. I am glad you enjoyed the day. I will have to introduce a new rule, nobody can ask me questions and distract me when the tea bag is in and brewing 🤣 Have a great Christmas and I hope Santa brings you a lovely shiny flask. Bill"

Terry Mitchell & Moira Mathers reviewed: Beginners 1-day pairs pottery / ceramics workshop

"Absolutely brilliant day! Thoroughly enjoyed it. Louise and Simon are a fantastic couple who are passionate about what they do. Highly recommend a pottery day!"

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Well it was lovely having you guys in the studio! You and Moira are lovely people and much more creative than you think! Thank you for the lovely review x"

Tanya Davies reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"A great course, really enjoyable and highly recommend!"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"A big thank you Tanya. It was a great day and I enjoyed helping you with your new silver jewellery making skills - well done! Jonathan"

Rosalie Radburn reviewed: CHRISTMAS WREATH MAKING WORKSHOPS Oxfordshire Venue 1 Didcot

"My daughter and I had a fabulous Festive afternoon making Christmas wreaths with Jenni Wren. We were total beginners but that didn’t matter at all. Jenni was very patient and explained things very clearly. We didn’t feel rushed at all and nothing was too much trouble. We came away with two beautiful wreaths and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Highly recommended."

Jenni Wren Creative responded:

"That is so lovely, thank you for the feedback. It was great to see a mother and daughter work so well and compliment each other. I am sure they looked amazing on each other's respective doors and that you both had a wonderful Christmas. Hopefully we will see you back for another wreath making session. Jenni"

Ruth Bell reviewed: Making Stained Glass Christmas Baubles (Allendale)

"We absolutely loved this glass making experience. It was something very different to do - we will definitely book again. "

Simply Smallholding responded:

"Thank you for this. We would be delighted to have you back in the future."

Matthew reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"It was a real privilege to learn firsthand from Iain as well as work with and within the historical grounds of the industrial Hamlet. Iain's course was thorough and well-guided and offered me a much sought-after hands-on experience using a real Victorian forge bashing metal out for the first time. Iain was also very patient and friendly and took to great lengths to show me the process and techniques it takes to forge a blade. I would say if you want a real authentic start-to-finish blacksmithing and forging experience, this would be it. I'd highly recommend it and I thank Iain for the opportunity too. "

Alison Durrant reviewed: 'Field with Red Poppies' wool fibre painting art kit

"I’ve also completed the recent watercolour for beginners course. I have done a few online courses with Raya and I am looking forward to the next urban landscape course starting in January, learning new skills and improving on the things I’ve already learnt. Thank you so much Raya, you’re an inspiration to us all. "

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Alison, I am so happy that you enjoy my courses. It gives me a pleasure to share my knowledge and skills with my students. I am very pleased with your results. Thank you for your continued support. Look forward to seeing you at the Urban Landscape course."

RuthD reviewed: Two day Leaded Stained Glass panel making.

"Just had a fantastic weekend making a stained glass panel with Laura. I was very lucky as I was the only student in the workshop this weekend and so had Laura’s undivided attention. As a result I managed to complete a panel that I would not have attempted in a class with other participants. Laura was very encouraging and taught me all the various stages of the process with boundless patience. I am so pleased with the final panel, which has been widely admired already! Thank you Laura for helping me so much in your lovely studio. I would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone who is interested in seeing how a traditional craft is carried out and has determination and dexterity in their hands! A thoroughly enjoyable two days."

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"A great weekend all round! I hope your panel looks wonderful in place. It's a lot to learn and you took my advice throughout. A lovely review, thank you. "

Jane Ashby reviewed: Silver smithing workshop at Tresillian House, Melton Mowbray

"Great, laid back course, very informative & welcoming. "

Tresillian House responded:

"Delighted you had an enjoyable time. It was great to meet you and all made such wonderful pieces. Best wishes for the Festive Season. Alison at Tresillian House"

Kay Smith reviewed: Needle Felt a Robin with Felt Fabulous Gifts

"A lovely morning crafting with Mandy. Needle felting a festive robin was great and a new skill. Thanks Mandy"

Felt Fabulous Gifts responded:

"Thanks for your review Kay, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Hope you keep felting (and maybe passing it on!) Mandy x"