Latest reviews

Gemma reviewed: Resin and Wood Beginner Class

"Was very informative and Alex was friendly and helpful. Looking forward to receiving my finished product "

Blueprint Woodcraft responded:

"Thank you Gemma, I am very glad you've enjoyed your experience! "

Zoe Blakemore reviewed: Custom Experience Day with Orchard Blacksmith

"This was bought as a gift for my brother. He thought it was excellent and the tutor was great. He thoroughly enjoyed it. "

Lynda reviewed: Beginners Silk Painting

"I can thoroughly recommend a silk painting course to anyone who would like to spend a few hours off the planet creating beautiful art. Such a satisfying project. A lovely afternoon with a great group of people."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks Lynda. So glad you found it so relaxing. The results were beautiful and the group was lovely too. Thanks for coming and hope you might try something else soon x"

Carol reviewed: Learn traditional upholstery

"Last week I completed a stool I had been working on for two previous sessions and am delighted with the result. Even on a small object there were plenty of techniques to learn which will hopefully be useful for the chair that I have now also started. Peter is a thorough and patient teacher."

Peter White Furniture responded:

"Hello Carol Your stool looks fantastic well done. Not an easy shape to upholster. Looking forward to working with you on your chair which also has some interesting shapes."

Linda reviewed: SAORI Weaving Discovery Session

"Spent 2 hours weaving at Nicolas workshop - what a treat. Nicola is an inspiring and talented weaver, she was there when you needed help and then allowed you to get on with it in your own time, a gentle, reassuring teacher. Will certainly go back Thank you Nicola!"

Wayward Weaves responded:

"Thanks so much, Linda, it was great to have you in the studio. Still amazed that you did such a long piece in 2 hours! Hopefully see you again soon."

Peter reviewed: Monthly Oil Painting Classes

"I am fairly new to oil painting. Most enjoyable. I look forward to forthcoming sessions"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are pleased you are enjoying the sessions and look forward to seeing you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Bozena Lapinski reviewed: Prick and Pounce Embroidery Image Transfer Kit (UK Postage only)

"This is a lovely prick and pounce embroidery kit. Just what I need. Beautifully packed, good quality materials. Arrived very quickly. Would strongly recommend as a very good seller. Many thanks"

Glenda reviewed: Marvellous Mosaic one day workshop

"Really enjoyable day. Lyndsey talked us through the process of mosaic and was on hand throughout the day with lots of support and encouragement. 5 people attended the day and 5 people left proud and happy with what they had made, and feeling inspired to do more! Would recommend to everyone regardless of if you are an experienced crafter or dipping your toe in, to see if it’s for you. "

Lindsey Kennedy Portfolio responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely feedback, Glenda. It was a pleasure to meet you and introduce you to the wonderful craft of mosaic. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed all aspects of the day and feel inspired to have a go at home. "

Holly V reviewed: Spoon Carving for Women

"Such a lovely day with Rosie, I really appreciated her warm, patient approach. As a complete novice it was a lot to take in but the pace was perfect, the process was split into manageable bits and everyone came away happy I think! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to have a go at spoon carving 🥄"

Rosie.Joy.Maker responded:

"Thanks Holly! Great to meet you & you did really well - glad you enjoyed the day 🌳"

Tasha Kenyon reviewed: Epoxy Resin Flower Masterclass - 50% OFF

"We really enjoyed the class, it was very fun! We are looking forward to seeing our final coasters!"

Nick reviewed: Silver jewellery making - Bangle

"Bought this course for my wife. She loved it and has already booked the next one."

Hazel reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Judith was a great tutor, giving us enough information to make the most of our day. She was very encouraging and provided a relaxed atmosphere for everyone to feel comfortable and to enjoy being creative and imaginative. The examples of work carried out by previous groups and her advice on the different ways of using colour and lino prints will definitely inspire me to get on and use the kit I have at home."

Chris B reviewed: Spoon Carving for Women

"A brilliant day, taught by a talented and patient tutor. I had had one other go at spoon carving the previous year with another tutor, and had got very frustrated with myself. Rosie's style of teaching suited me much better. The day was split into short absorbable sections, so one felt one had got a good understanding of each skill needed (and just as importantly why you were doing it, and what to look out for). Although we achieved a lot in the day, at no stage did it feel pressured, so one ended the day happy and wanting to carry on and learn more. A brilliant course - thank you Rosie"

Rosie.Joy.Maker responded:

"Thank you Chris, really appreciate your feedback. So pleased the day suited you well and you left feeling happy and satisfied! Happy carving!"

Lyndsey reviewed: Powertex Seahorse, Mermaid, Turtle, Dragon or Owl Wall Hung Garden Sculpture - by Inky Escapades

"Fantastic day, Karen was so welcoming and an excellent teacher. Powertex was great to work with enabling even a complete beginner to make something which looked amazing. "

Inky Escapades responded:

"Good Morning Lindsey Thank you so much for your kind words. It was lovely to meet you and help you with your first time with Powertex. I thought you made a fabulous Seahorse. It was so interesting to see at the end that your colour choices blended in with your nails! Kind Regards Karen - Inky Escapades "

Jonathan Thomas reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Fantastic experience Really enjoyed the day and instruction was brilliant. Highly recommend this for all "

Debbie Allen reviewed: One Day Leather Bag Making Workshop

"A superb experience and thoroughly enjoyable day. I learnt so many new skills including cutting, burnishing and saddle-stitching. I arrived with very little knowledge of working with leather but left with a beautiful bag, which I love and feel very proud of! I would highly recommend this workshop as Sarah’s warm, friendly approach made this a fun, informative and very productive day. "

Jason Howell reviewed: Beginner AND Intermediate Woodworking Full Day Course - Saturdays

"Really friendly and informative and would highly recommend this course."

Clare reviewed: Spoon Carving for Women

"This was a wonderfully run Spoon Carving course by Rosie and an enjoyable day was had. Having been taught thoroughly we practiced using different techniques and tools, which not only gave a sense of achievement by the end but also was a very fun process in a very quirky environment with a lovely bunch of people from all walks of life. I would strongly recommend this course and others like it to anyone who likes using their hands and being creative."

Rosie.Joy.Maker responded:

"Thank you Clare - glad you had fun and enjoyed the day!"

Deborah Stevens reviewed: Willow Deer Workshop with Sarah Le Breton

"What a fantastic day! My first ever experience of willow weaving and I managed to make a large reindeer sculpture for my garden. Mainly due to Sarah and her enthusiasm for her craft and her great teaching style. To say that this lady puts her all into teaching the craft, is a bit of an understatement - she literally does, with boundless energy and joy! Not only was she willing everyone on, she encouraged the whole class to really go for it and make a sculpture in the size of our choice - we all went for large and it seemed to delight her that we were all so ambitious! She even sent us away with spare whips, if we wanted them, to carry on and enhance what we'd achieved! She also followed up with a comprehensive email with instructions on how to preserve our sculptures if we were placing them outside! Above and beyond! Thank you Sarah for a really enjoyable day and for being you! XxxX"

Sarah Le Breton Willow responded:

"Thank you Deborah for such a wonderful and insightful review. I'm so glad you had a brilliant day and hope that you gain as much enjoyment seeing your sculpture in your garden as much as you did when making it! Absolute pleasure, Sarah Xx"

Johnathon Marshall reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"A truly wonderful week. Such informative and helpful tutors. Always there to help, but happy to give you space to experiment. I built a robust garden bench, the family loved it so much it's stayed on the house. My thanks to all for a memorable experience and the addition of some life long skills "

Peter Lanyon Furniture responded:

"Thank you Jonathon, it was a pleasure working with you. "

Gemma reviewed: Spoon Carving for Women

"I had the BEST day! Rosie is patient, kind, helpful and very skilled in her own right. The day was paced well, regular short breaks and change of activities to keep us fresh and a very ‘zen’ atmosphere pervaded the roundhouse. Common mistakes were addressed (so we could hopefully avoid!) and examples shown clearly and effectively. This course did my well-being the world of good, Rosie was just wonderful and the course location was good. I will definitely be booking another course with Rosie!"

Rosie.Joy.Maker responded:

"Thank you Gemma for your kind words. Great work on your spoon and I’m really happy to hear you left feeling so relaxed too. Spoon carving can have a powerful effect on wellbeing as you’ve discovered! "

Reba reviewed: An Introduction to Upcycling

"What a great day! Met some lovely people and learned a lot on this introductory course. Lynn was super helpful and knowledgeable. Would thoroughly recommend for those who want to give something new a go without the commitment of buying lots of equipment to try a new hobby. "

Little Gems Interiors responded:

"Hello Reba, Thank you so much for your lovely review, we really do appreciate it. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you and I am so pleased that you enjoyed the day. We hope to see you again at our Creative Centre. Best wishes, Lynn"

David reviewed: Scything Course

"Great Course for all levels and a great day out with nice people. Danny and Helene and great teachers with huge knowledge of outdoor crafting skills."

David reviewed: Hedgelaying workshop

"Great course, learnt so much I laid my own hedge! Danny and Helene are great teachers with an incredible breadth of knowledge."

Sheila Howard reviewed: Monthly Oil Painting Classes

"Great course. Interesting and relaxing but absorbing. The view over the lake (from the art room) is stunning. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

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