Latest reviews

Fran Lunn reviewed: Drawn to Still Life

"Alison and Liz build your confidence throughout the day and bring out your true potential. I learnt so much with their clear tuition using different mediums and producing a range of designs. I was so pleased with my achievements A wonderful day which went so quickly, I don’t think anyone wanted to put their chalk, charcoal down! All this was done in an amazing barn in wonderful surroundings with like minded people. Lots of tea and delicious treats, what more could you want. 👩‍🎨"

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Dear Fran, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback , the progression in everyone’s work throughout the day was really impressive, you all worked so hard ! Hopefully we have inspired you to continue with the techniques you have learnt at home and your confidence will go from strength to strength. It is always a pleasure to work with you and we look forward to seeing you again! Best wishes Alison and Liz"

Jackie reviewed: Make a Tiffany stained glass tea light

"Really enjoyed the course, Kate was fantastic, easy to understand instructions and plenty of help as needed. Small group size meant that everyone was fully supported. The venue is easy to find with good parking and lovely cafe. Would definitely recommend, worth every penny!"

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review."

Klaas Bartelds reviewed: Metal Sculpture Workshop for 1-3 people (1 or 2 Days)

"My son and I booked this course as we wanted more guidance and professional advice to improve the basic knowledge we had on aluminium and stainless steel welding with a TIG welder. Philip tailored the day to our needs and we came away with exactly what we needed. Can't recommend Philip enough and will most certainly use him again in the future. Thanks Philip"

Philip Melling Sculpture, Art & Design responded:

"Thank you for your very kind review Klaas, it was my pleasure to have you both and you’re certainly welcome back for round 2 whenever you have need. Thanks, Philip "

Julie reviewed: "Smoking Dragons"

"What an excellent day course. A nice small group of students. Clear concise instructions and one to one help where needed. Plenty of time for me to work at my slower pace and create something lovely, while faster workers were adding more detail to their creations. A brilliant day."

Pippa Cowin reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Thank you Dave for such a brilliant session. You’re a born teacher, explaining and adapting your approach based on our different abilities. Amazing value for money for an introduction to a seriously addictive pastime. "

Fi reviewed: Willow Bird Feeder

"Great morning. Learnt a lot in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Looking forward to booking another course."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you enjoyed your self Fi- can’t wait to see you again very soon. Kind regards and thanks for the review Rach"

Mary Luke reviewed: Handmade books - Introductory workshop

"This was a most enjoyable course. Suzy explained everything very clearly and made us feel confident. The books we produced are lovely and I certainly feel confident to make more. I hope to attend another of Suzy's courses. Thank you so much!"

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you very much for your review Mary. I'm so pleased you liked the workshop and the books you made were lovely! "

Jayne Clarke reviewed: Circular Sock machine one to one lessons

"A lovely day extending my knowledge of all things knit! A hand knitter of many years who had seen one of the vintage machines on holiday and it intrigued me to have a closer look. Julie was extremely patient and took the time not only to teach me the basics but also a little of the background behind the knitting machine and put up with my frustrations and mistakes. I came away with a pair of socks and two hot water bottle covers that I had made during the day. A course worth trying if you want to try something new and a must if you want to own one of these csm's as it is much easier to learn first hand."

Circular Sock Machine school responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review. It was a pleasure to meet you and spend the day teaching you about my wonderful vintage machine. Hope one day you can aspire to buying a machine. Speak soon. Julie x"

John reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"I was very pleased to be on this course, having really nil knowledge of the craft. I was made very welcome on arrival and was swiftly installed in the craft shed. Where do you start as a teacher in such a craft? Simon patiently explained about the lathes, tools and wood characteristics. Important aspects to help my understanding about carving, and the effects of the shaping and hollowing tools. Simon is -fortunately for me- patient. I know in his position I would be wanting to step in and correct the clumsy pupil, but full marks to him, the guiding hands are nearby to assist hand direction, posture and tool angles-not forgetting the bevel-leaving the carver with the illusion that he is not totally inept! I had an enjoyable day intermittently refreshed with coffees and biscuits..and at halfway point a well laid out and prepared extensive ploughman's lunch. There is a lot to learn and no pun intended....I know we only had time to scratch the surface in carving knowledge. I know the next step is to get the gear, so I'm expecting to be back some time once I've had a lot more (behind closed door) practice ."

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

"Hi John, So pleased you enjoyed the day. Do reach out if you have any questions or need any further help. I look forward to seeing you again in the future. — Simon"

Mark & Nicola reviewed: Epoxy Resin Flower Masterclass

"A fun and enjoyable class run by Richard. We found him very informative and knowledgeable in the subject. Would recommend to others as a good introduction into working with resin."

Cath Farrington 👤 reviewed: Resin Cheeseboard & Coaster Workshop

"What a great workshop. I’m not arty at all but came away with a lovely chopping board and coasters. Eunice was excellent at showing us how to do it and I’ll be doing more now. Thank you "

Eunice J. Friend responded:

"So glad you enjoyed the workshop x"

Paula Ann Smith reviewed: Willow Bird Feeder

"It was a really enjoyable course, nice small group. Will look out for more courses as I found willow weaving fascinating and was pleased with the results of what I had made."

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"You did amazingly well Paula-lovely to meet you and hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Rachel"

Robert Williams reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Excellent. Very good hands on teaching, a wealth of resources, lunch and cake too! Highly recommended."

Karen reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"Fabulous course. Jonathan is extremely patient. Expert tuition. Loved every minute of it. I’m going to go back. "

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Karen. Lovely to meet you and very pleased that you all enjoyed the day. Well done with your silver jewellery making - you are always welcome back - we could make that spinner ring! Jonathan"

Mary Oshea reviewed: Brush Calligraphy Workshop - Saturday Afternoons

"Really enjoyed this. I started off badly, but with Jen’s encouragement, I felt I learned a lot and improved in just a few hours! Ready to do some at home now. Thank you. Very glad I went"

Jen Roffe responded:

"Thank you Mary, I'm so glad you enjoyed the afternoon, it was a pleasure to meet you. Just for the record you didn't start off badly at all (!) but your understanding and confidence grew during the workshop which meant you could see a real improvement from the first hour to the last! Enjoy doing some more lettering at home. Very best wishes, Jen"

Chloé McMurray reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making in Durham

"My mum and I had a lovely morning with Claire creating candles and wax melts from the excess. It was a lovely, relaxed and casual atmosphere, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Lunch was a lovely afternoon tea, and Claire couldn't have been more helpful or friendly :) "

Cate Pennington reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop

"Lovely way to spend a morning. I learnt so much. "

Rock n Wool Creations responded:

"Thank you Cate! Hopefully you can now create lots of Christmas presents with your new needle felting skills. Xx Caroline "

Liz reviewed: Slow Stitch Kit- Lakeland Hues - UK Postage Only

"A beautiful, inspiring selection of goodies. Everything is good quality from fabrics right through to a cute little hedgehog embellishment. I thought it was excellent value too and a great way to add variety to my existing stash. Many thanks Marie."

Rachel Lane reviewed: Make a Tiffany stained glass tea light

"Superb workshop. Well paced, well structured and plenty of no-nonsense instruction! Fellow classmates were great and I created something I'm really proud of (and everyone admired). A fantastic day out. :)"

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the review, hope to see you again."

Sophie Dungarwalla reviewed: Beginners Lino Print Workshop

"Cat was a great teacher for our afternoon session. We really enjoyed it and felt very comfortable with her. Would recommend to all!"

CatKing Artwork responded:

"Thank you Sophie, it was a pleasure to teach you both . You produced some fantastic prints. "

John Burn reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Great day and good fun. Highly recommend "

Abigail reviewed: An introduction to Argentium Silver

"Brilliant one on one session with Elizabeth learning all about Argentium Silver. Such a lovely material to work with as an introduction to jewellerymaking for me! She is patient, helpful and a the workshop is in a beautiful location for lunch and just an all around fabulous day out, expanding on a hobby I wish to undertake. Would recommend! "

Elizabeth Hunt responded:

"Thank you so much - you were a willing and very competent student too and I look forward to seeing your work progress "

Abigail reviewed: New!! - Silversmith Creative Workshop - What will you make?

"Had a brilliant one on one session at the Amazing Jewellery School. My aim was to understand more of the basics and terminology and get my foot through the door into understanding jewellery making and most of all, would I enjoy it? I thoroughly enjoyed it! Time and patience with me was not an issue and the end spinner ring and techniques I gathered just from one day were most helpful. Would definitely recommend and will be back to learn more. The workshop has all the tools you need. "

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you so much for this lovely review, so impressed by your achievements - not just at my workshop either! A huge learning curve for you, a cracking day for me 😁"

Sue Smith reviewed: Beginners Sewing - Day course - Get to know your sewing machine

"Perfect course for the complete novice. Came away looking forward to using the sewing machine which had just been gathering dust!"

Yasmin Davis reviewed: Beginners Sewing - Day course - Get to know your sewing machine

"Judi was very patient and helped us all to navigate our machines! We were all complete beginners and I hadn’t even switched on a machine before! By the end of the course I’d managed to make a little bag and a cushion cover! I’m going back next week to learn how to make a bag and put a zip in a bag! I’m definitely going to continue sewing and improving!! Thank you!! "