Latest reviews

Hannah reviewed: Make your own leather belt with Cazzy, a qualified saddler.

"What a brilliant way to spend a few hours! Bought this experience for my husbands birthday and I didn’t want to miss out. Cassie was great, amazing knowledge and plenty of patience. We have made two wonderful belts that will maybe out last us!!! Ooh…. And there was plenty of tea and biscuits!! Would definitely recommend! Thank you Cassie! "

Mike George reviewed: Woodturning Experience Days - Come and spend a day turning your first bowl

"A thoroughly worthwhile day with Stephen. Although I had tried wood turning before, I had never had any proper, professional tuition. Stephen was very patient with explaining the different tools and techniques together with a quick guide to sharpening. At the end of the day I had turned two bowls and went home very happy. "

Bodden Cross Studio responded:

"Thank you for your kind words. I hope you continue to enjoy your woodturning and please keep asking the questions, very happy to help."

Kate D reviewed: Mosaic Craft Kit - Three Little Birds - No Cutting Required

"An incredibly fun project for my 3 children, a bird each! They loved it and even at just 5, 7 and 9 years , they managed to create quite stunning results. Def coming back for more of these mosaic kits, a very happy creative day spent. Thank you. "

Joanne reviewed: Weave a scarf in a day - Wakefield

"This was a really interesting day and the tutor Anne was very knowledgeable. This course was ideal for beginners and with only six of us we received a lot of support and individual tuition. There were several steps involved setting up the loom but Anne guided us through this in stages . By the end of the day I think we were all very proud of the scarves we produced."

Helen reviewed: Willow Chicken , Heron or Flying Owl Sculpture The David Hall

"I can’t thank you enough for such a brilliant course. I attended with my mum today, and we loved every second, such a friendly and informative session and we ended up taking home our own ‘interpretation’ of a chicken and a pheasant. We were guided through every step, and were given help with every stage. There was ample willow to create a masterpiece. We were also supplied with plenty of hot drinks and biscuits. The group size was small which meant we had the help we needed. Our masterpieces at the end were ours to keep. Mine has taken pride at the front of my house! Thank you so so much, such a wonderful day, a memory I will treasure. I really 💯 rate this fantastic day out x"

Jo Sadler Willow responded:

"Gosh, thank you so much. What lovely feedback. You two were great company and made really impressive sculptures. Your mum took a great angle with her Pheasant , regal and strong, a brilliant first willow sculpture. Your chicken had fantastic energy, like it just had a shake down, very hard to capture. I've been inspired. So thank you. Kindest regards Jo "

John Tinner reviewed: Rustic thumb walking stick

"What a marvellous day out. Expert tuition by Dave, guides you through the steps of shaping and forming a quality walking stick. The woodland backdrop provided for a relaxed friendly atmosphere, coupled with energising cups of tea! I would thoroughly recommend this day at the workbench to any participant, whatever your woodworking skill set. I will certainly be signing up for another woodland course. The gate making looks particularly interesting. Many thanks for a great day to all concerned."

Gwen Bainbridge reviewed: Lampworking Workshop: Half Day Beginners Workshop

"Me and my partner did the 3 hour wkshop with Suzanne, something I’ve fancied trying for ages. We loved it! Suzanne was really clear with her demos and continued to be on hand at every stage when we had a go. She was v patient and happy to remind us what to do throughout. Her studio is lovely and comfortable to work in and her family were lovely when we invaded to use the loo! I really want to do this again, it’s quite addictive. We’ve just received our beads, which we were really chuffed with. She even included her demo beads for us too. Can’t recommend this highly enough. I’ve done quite a few workshops over the years using a variety of media. This tops them all, it was fab! Thank you Suzanne! X"

Suzanne Jewellery responded:

"Thank you Gwen for leaving such a lovely review. I am so pleased you and Simon enjoyed your workshop. Hopefully I'll see you again soon. "

Darcie reviewed: Cold Process Soap Making- Autumn Inspired

"Terrific course, Rachel is very knowledgeable and a great teacher. She made the course fun and engaging. This course used lye in the process and she was taught us how to handle it safely. We repeated the soap making process four times, making small batches of soap, which was much more beneficial than just doing it once. Plus, by sharing out all the soaps, I came home with 17 amazing smelling bars that will keep me clean for at least the next year 🤣"

Jackie Andrews reviewed: Derby: Beginners Nib Calligraphy Workshop

"Thank you for a great course I really enjoyed it, the pace was about right and the instructions very clear, with some good practice drills. I look forward to practicing and improving 😁"

Annie reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"Loved this course, Claire was lovely and very helpful. Would recommend this 100%"

Lizzie Baker reviewed: Embossed Pewter Notebook and Pen

"My son (19 years old) & I really enjoyed this course with Melanie. She was very patient & obliging, & we were delighted with our notebooks & pens. We highly recommend this lovely, skilled teacher, and this course. 😀 "

Metallix responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review, Lizzie… it was a fab workshop and your notebooks looked great!"

Louise Woodland reviewed: Stained Glass for Home and Garden

"Having been fascinated by stained glass for many years I thoroughly enjoyed actually having a go myself. Anna was a great instructor who guided us through the day in easy to follow steps. The group had time to chat over lunch and get to know each other a little and by the end of the day we each took home a complete piece of fabulous stained glass art. Loved it. "

Anna Conti Stained Glass responded:

"Hi Louise, I am so glad you enjoyed not just the making but meeting the other students."

Phil Hubbard reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"I would highly recommend this course, Andy Morton the Instructor has a very calm and forgiving approach to the tuition, all tools and equipment at hand, no real need for any previous practical knowledge ( although as ever a little skill may help progress ), demonstrations are given and help is available if you get stuck at any point or if some of the tasks are a bit too physical depending on your own limitations, The idea is you complete the project almost entirely by yourself giving a huge sense of achievement and take home a Shave horse which is an essential piece of equipment to carry out further work. The surroundings are idyllic and the lunch time sandwich making ingredients provided by Jane are very tasty with lots of homemade elements. Be careful you may want a Pole Lathe next! "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks very much, Phil, for your generous words about the course and its Instructor, Andy. Thanks also for your kind words about the provided lunches, and the woodland and stream settings for the course. We're delighted that you enjoyed the course, and we look forward to seeing you again at Sallerton Wood any time that you choose to return. In the meantime, enjoy using your new hand-crafted shave horse. "

Elena reviewed: Beginner's Secrets of Spindle Spinning

"I loved learning how to spin my own yarn. I appreciated Ruth's careful explanation of the trickier bits, and the way the video helps to show exactly what you need to do. I'm really pleased to see my progress over the 3 yarns, and my third one is really something I could crochet with. Can't wait to see what I can create next. "

Le.Jack reviewed: Raku, Saggar, Barrel, Copper Matte & Horsehair Firing Weekend Workshops 2025

" Abi and Ali, the tutors, are so generous with their time, skills, materials and energy. A wonderful weekend with like minded people, in a beautiful setting. Plus our fired creations were amazing."

A Brooks reviewed: Beginner's Quilting Day "Wonky Donkey" with Sew Forest of Dean

"A truly excellent course! Informal and relaxed and just the right pace to understand and practice each part of the project before moving on. We were given all the necessary information to complete the project in our own time and encouraged to get in touch if we came across problems. I don’t think any quilts will be left in the ‘UFO’ box. Thank you so much for a great day - I’m looking forward to receiving the newsletter and booking my next course."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thanks so much for your review Angela and for joining me in the studio. It was lovely to see all your quilts come to life, you did a wonderful job with everything I threw at you! Good luck with the finishing off, don't forget to shout if you need any more help. Hope to see you again for some more quilting fun. Best wishes, Jennifer"

Rosemary Jay reviewed: Winter Lino Cuts, Fabric Printing and Stitching - Ilkley

"Really good course which I thoroughly enjoyed."

Duttons for Buttons responded:

"We are so glad you had a good time! Best wishes - Mrs Duttons Wondrous Workshops"

Sam Evans reviewed: Stained Glass Taster Day @ Bowood House & Gardens

"What a lovely craft day! Iain obviously loves his subject because it showed in his enthusiasm. Nice bit of history with some beautiful pictures for inspiration.. Small group of us so Iain had time to show us how to make & help us all, as needed to complete a stained glass window of our own design. Sarah and Bowood House were brilliant hosts, lunch was lovely and there was plenty of it, with tea & coffee on constant supply. And a tour around the main house with a guide after lunch. Good choice of venue. Thank you all very much. My stained glass piece is now proudly sat in one of my windows at home for all to see. I will be making more :)"

Steph reviewed: Fused glass 'create' workshop

"Kathryn was so kind and helpful. I had a really difficult commute to the class caught up in train cancellations and ended up arriving almost an hour late and completely flustered, but she went out of her way to put me at ease and help me get started so that I could make the most of my remaining time. Thank you so much!"

Claire reviewed: Monthly drink & draw evening class

"We had a wonderful evening. It was a birthday gift for my sister and she thoroughly enjoyed it. We will be returning."

The White Room Art Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Claire, I’m so glad you both enjoyed the evening & look forward to seeing you again Julie 🎨"

Michelle Johnson reviewed: Full day mosaic workshop for beginners - Meriden, West Midlands

"Apologies to Anne for calling her Alison!!"

Michelle Johnson reviewed: Full day mosaic workshop for beginners - Meriden, West Midlands

"Great course. Excellent instruction in a very pleasant studio environment with lovely refreshments. Wide choice of bases available and a myriad choices of tiles, glass and crockery. Alison is extremely friendly and helpful, with printed information to take home and continue with the craft. She also told us about other fabulous mosaic examples to visit. I made an impressionist art piece I am very proud of. Everyone's projects looked professional and some made a second smaller piece. Highly recommended."

TH reviewed: Candlemaking for Beginners

"This was a really good introductory course - the venue was easy to find, with good parking; Robert gave us loads of information and help, happily answered any of our questions as well of plenty of 'hands on' time making some candles. We had a go at beeswax, container, pillar and dipped candles - using colour and fragrance. I've come away happy that I can experiment at home now with some confidence. Would recommend if you are thinking of making candles at home and want to know how to start."

Patricia Holding reviewed: Stained Glass for Home and Garden

"Great course! Anna is a fantastic tutor, fun yet keeps everyone on track in a calm organised way. She also 'works' the group well and we were all very quickly supporting one another. Cannot believe I produced something so good! Highly recommend."

Anna Conti Stained Glass responded:

"It was good and you did well! Thanks for coming Patricia."

Sarah Madisson reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"What a wonderful day working with greenwood for the first time in the beautiful Sallerton Woods. Andy is passionate about the craft and patient with us students. Can't wait to come back and learn some more. "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks very much for your kind review, Sarah, and we're glad that you enjoyed the course. It's good to see that you intend to return to learn more, and we look forward to welcoming you back to Sallerton Wood."