Latest reviews

Sheila Howard reviewed: Painting in Pastels

"I really enjoyed this course. Relaxed, informative and interesting. First time I have ever managed to complete my artwork during lesson time! Thanks Catherine 😊 "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the course and shall let Cathy know. We hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes Team."

Sally reviewed: Silver Clay Jewellery workshop - an Introduction

"What a great day 😊 Annamarie was really positive and excited for us to achieve a beautiful pendant over the day, and was able to answer all our questions with easy to understand answers and explanations. I'd definitely recommend this course for anyone interested in learning about creating lovely jewellery with silver clay."

Jewellery by Annamarie responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Sally. I also enjoyed the day with you and Jackie.........your enthusiasm & creativity. Any time you're in the area, you are very welcome to pop in for a 'builders tea'. "

Linda reviewed: Copper wire jewellery Workshop

"Enjoyed learning new techniques with material not used before. Most enjoyable workshop "

Mya Designs responded:

"Thanks for coming to the workshop and your review. What a wonderful way to spend your retirement exploring all the crafts you've always wanted to. You made some lovely pieces, all very different and managed to handle a range of different thickness wires which is fantastic. Keep on crafting, Linda xx"

Peter reviewed: Painting in Pastels

"Very enjoyable. I look forward to the next one"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are pleased you enjoyed the course and thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

Julie reviewed: Beginner's Cupcake Decorating

"I purchased this course as a gift for my daughter in law. I am so pleased I went as well. Thoroughly enjoyed the cake decorating lesson and worth the money. Jane (and Paul, the refreshments man 😂) were both really friendly and made you feel welcome. Jane is an excellent teacher and I learnt lots of new skills. We enjoyed the class so much, and the cakes, that we have booked to go on another one in December. Highly recommend. "

Tara House Bakery responded:

"Many thanks, Julie, for your very kind review. So many positive comments! You and your daughter in law produced some fabulous cupcakes. I look forward to seeing you again with other family members, at my Christmas course. Thank you. Jane (and the refreshment's man!)"

Jane reviewed: Two day Enchanted Woodland Wet Felt course in Hebden Bridge

"I had a great time on the two day wet felting course 4/5th November. Josephine is a lovely teacher, very friendly and welcoming putting us all at ease from the beginning. She explained about all the different wools and about mixing colours for the picture. She was very clear with instructions and very good at suggesting ideas to improve your picture. I found the two days very relaxing and would definitely recommend it. We were taught in a small group so help and advice was always available. Josephine has an amazing selection of different wools and fibres to try and experiment with. She puts a lot of effort in to making sure that your day is enjoyable and that you come home with a picture that you’re pleased with. Thanks so much, I had a great time. "

Phinefibre responded:

"Thank you Jane for writing such a lovely review, it is much appreciated. It was great to meet you and chat about your aims for the course and ideas to decorate your landing with your own felted wall hangings. Wonderful to see and encourage your wet felted woodland scene to develop during the two days. Delighted you had a relaxing and fruitful weekend. "

Preet & Matt reviewed: Make Your Own Wedding Rings From Your Old Jewellery.

"My partner and I spent the day making our wedding rings with Anna and we had the best day! Anna demonstrated what we were going to be doing and then got us going on our own pieces. It was amazing to create our rings from a simple strip of gold, hammering and filing in designs to make them our own. Anna was supportive throughout, giving us the space and confidence to create our designs without leaving us to ruin them! Might have to get married again just to make another set of rings…"

Anna Mcloughlin Fine Jewellery responded:

"Thank you so much for choosing to make your rings with me and for leaving a review. I’m so glad you enjoyed your workshop. You both did amazingly well and your rings are really beautiful! "

Chris reviewed: Damascus knife making in Grassington

"Course was great, created a fully functional (and beautiful) knife. Richard was friendly and helpful."

Annemarie Mepham reviewed: 2-day leather satchel bag making workshop

"Had a fantastic time learning how to make a leather satchel bag with Natasha! Over the two days I learnt the basics on pattern cutting, how to choose your leather, sewing (machine and by hand) and constructing my bag, from reinforcing, to burnishing etc. On top of that, Natasha was very knowledgeable and great company throughout and I walked out with a beautiful personalised bag! Would highly recommend (also makes for a great gift experience)"

Ten Cloudy responded:

"Thank you Anna! My pleasure! Xx"

Jola reviewed: An Introduction to Weaving with a Table Loom, Oxford

"I greatly enjoyed the Introduction to Weaving with a Table Loom course in Jeremy's lovely studio. The course was exceedingly well thought through, prepared, and implemented. Jeremy clearly explained both theoretical and practical aspects of weaving and supported each step with numerous samples of his own work. I highly recommend Jeremy's courses to anyone interested in textiles and/or weaving."

Jeremy Uden Designer/Handweaver responded:

"Thank you Jola. I'm really glad you enjoyed it. Jem. "

Sharon R reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Basket Making for Beginners - Day Course at The Robertsbridge Club

"Marianne's day course exceeded my expectations. She is a great teacher, with a relaxed and friendly style. We all made beautiful baskets that we are proud of and had fun in the process. The day flew by! In fact, I loved it so much, I have already booked on another of Marianne's workshops!"

Crafty Basketry responded:

"So nice to see more of you, Sharon, and work towards another lovely basket! Thank you very much for your review. See you on Friday!"

Aj reviewed: Fused glass paradise bird craft kit

"Great fun with a couple friends creating our birds, as a taster session for a new craft. All very easy with good instructions and inspiration when lacking ideas ourselves. Can't wait to get them back after firing! Well recommended by us all!"

Carla Fallen reviewed: Coptic binding & slipcase

"I had a fantastic time on my course. The class was small so we all got alot of attention from our tutor. I was very happy with my book."

Anne reviewed: Glass Fusion - Wave or Curve Workshop

"What an amazing day. Learnt so much in a relaxed environment with like minded creative folk. Sally was encouraging and inspiring with just the right amount of taught technique and freedom allowing us to experiment."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the workshop and shall let Sally know. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Andrea & Mack reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"Hi Jonathan, we both really enjoyed the beginner day yesterday. You are very patient, kind and knowledgeable. Thank you for a great introduction to jewellery making. Also thanks for the great Victoria sponge it was delicious!"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Andrea and Mack. I'm very pleased that you both enjoyed the day. Well done with your new skills! You are always welcome back to make some more lovely silver jewellery. Jonathan"

Anne reviewed: Wet felting a vessel workshop with Baa Baa Bag Chic

"Paulene was an excellent tutor and made this workshop very enjoyable. I am delighted with the item I produced and I’m already booked in for another workshop. Thank you Paulene. "

JB reviewed: Half-day hand-building pottery workshop in Brighton

"My wife and daughter had a wonderful time with Alice, who was great - very helpful and easy to get on with. Impossible to praise her too highly. Thank you very much again on their behalf. Would highly recommend."

Hot Fox Pottery responded:

"We are so pleased they enjoyed it, it was lovely to spend the morning being creative with them and celebrating a big birthday!!"

Jaci reviewed: Paper Making - Hand Made Recycled Paper

"Three of us had a really enjoyable morning with Wendy. We all came away with beautiful paper samples and the ability to make more at home. "

steve reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"Excellent course. Excellent tutor. Really enjoyed my day, and learned several new things not covered by other beginner's courses I've attended. John's sense of humour and knowledge was spot on. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are very pleased to learn that you enjoyed the course and shall pass your feedback onto the course tutor too. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Carolyn reviewed: Garden Sculpture Course

"I had the most amazing day with Bill on Saturday. Great outdoors, away from traffic and phones. I made a Poppy and some mushroom sculptures for the garden. Bill was very patient and helpful. Definitely look out for more courses to go on."

Bill's Workshop responded:

"Hey Carolyn! I'm glad you had an enjoyable day in the forge and workshop, it was a pleasure instructing you. Do stay in touch and I will keep you updated with new courses that I put together! Many thanks Billy "

Julie wilson reviewed: Mushroom Growing- Tubs

"Great activity. Very good value for money "

Penny Mills reviewed: Christmas Mosaic Workshop with Afternoon Tea

"Really enjoyed the course. Plenty of materials supplied - everything needed was there. The afternoon tea was very good too. Nice to learn a different craft."

Denise Moulson reviewed: Hand Spinning For All - Norfolk

"Brilliant! So friendly and knowledgeable."

The Spinning Barn responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I am so pleased that you enjoyed your day. I know that you are going to dive straight into this new craft and I can't wait to see your progress. Enjoy."

Yvonne Waterhouse reviewed: Christmas Mosaic Workshop with Afternoon Tea

"We had a lovely day with Debra. She supplied everything we needed to make two Christmas mosaics. Afternoon tea a real treat. We had great fun and learned a really interesting new craft."

Clare reviewed: Wax Carving & CASTING for Jewellery Making - Two Day Workshop

"My sister and I really enjoyed our workshop with Penny. She is very knowledgeable and has ALL the tools! It was the perfect balance of clear instruction and creative freedom. Oh, and we were really happy with our final rings! "

Penny Akester Jewellery responded:

"Hi Clare - great to meet you both, and congratulations on some great work! Very glad you both enjoyed the weekend - thanks for leaving this review!"