Latest reviews

Clive Macdonald reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"What a great, enjoyable day with Dave at his workshop! Dave is a great tutor. His love of his artisan skill is infectious. Very clear instructions and guidance throughout the day. Dave is very good at giving you confidence to have a go but has great judgement when to provide some assistance/further guidance at key points. A great sense of achievement and well being at the end of the day when you walk out of the workshop with a beautiful, useful kitchen implement"

Rachael Evans reviewed: One Day Jewellery Course - New Forest

"What a fabulous day making and learning in Natalia’s forest studio. We kept Natalia on her toes by all having different projects in mind. I absolutely love my chunky bangle, with sea creatures. Just brilliant to be able to creat such treasures in one day."

Rosie Frewin reviewed: Spoon carving course (1 day)

"I really enjoyed my day in the wood carving a spoon. We were a small group of 5, well looked after by David. The approach was friendly, informative, supportive and safe. No question too silly, with a perfect pace of working through the stages. I am really pleased with my final creation, it actually looks like a spoon! I would definitely recommend this day to anyone seeking something creative, mindful and rewarding"

The Coppice Plot responded:

"Hi Rosie, thanks so much for your review. I’m delighted that you enjoyed the course and congratulations on your excellent spoon. All the best, David"

Bethan reviewed: Introduction to Ethical Jewellery

"I had a really lovely day on Emily’s ethical jewellery workshop. Emily is super knowledgeable and was generous with that knowledge so that I feel more confident in what to look for in ethical precious metals and stones. I also really enjoyed the discussion on what can be done to repair or refashion pieces we already own. I came away with a ring I made myself (well with some help!) and a lot more confidence in what makes a quality and sustainable piece of jewellery. Highly recommend!"

Donna reviewed: Chunky Textured Silver Ring Workshop

"I really enjoyed this course and never done anything like this before. Clare was really friendly, knowledgeable and skilled. I was fortunate to have a one on one with her. I learned so much about jewellery making generally while making my own beautiful chunky silver ring ‘for me by me’. Love it. I’ll be signing up for another with Clare soon. "

Halton Village Silver responded:

"Thank you for the lovely words, it was an absolute pleasure to have you in the studio. Happy birthday BTW! "

David Thomson reviewed: Premium experience package dry stone walling for beginners

"I was on the same the same course as Den Rimmer ( see review above ) ( never met him before - great guy, bar he kept nicking my stones ;-) ) and would echo every word he's said. A very well structured two days which ran at a decent pace. I did this to scratch an itch, but like Den I am left looking to do even more. "

Katherine keyte reviewed: One Day Jewellery Course - New Forest

"What an amazing day, I wasn’t sure what to make but with Natalia’s encouragement and expertise I made a pair of personalised earrings very admired since. I found the working with silver really interesting and Natalia explained all the options. I came with two friends and we all were able to walk away with our own masterpieces. I would highly recommend this course a fantastic venue with warm hospitality, tucked away in a woodland setting, just the place to find the creative you. I will be back, thank you Natalia."

Ian B reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"Fantastic course. Would highly recommend this to anybody wanting to learn to mig weld. Tony is a great teacher, super knowledgeable. I learned far more than than I would from a classroom based course."

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Hi Ian I am glad you enjoyed the course. Keep practicing when you purchase your own equipment. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. Regards Tony "

Jo Salter reviewed: Green Wood Chair Making - 6 Day Woodworking Course in South Devon

"This is a brilliant course and I love my chair! It is a busy week of the learning techniques and subtleties that can only be passed on by one with experience which Peter and Toby have in abundance. I enjoyed every minute of it!"

Peter Lanyon Furniture responded:

"Thanks Jo, great to meet you. Hopefully see you soon!"

Paula reviewed: One Day Jewellery Course - New Forest

"What a fantastic day making stacking rings. Natalia has oodles of patience and great inspirational ideas - especially for myself being a newbie to making jewellery. Would highly recommend this course - beautiful location, lots of fun and I came away with some pretty rings! "

Helen Dale reviewed: One Day Jewellery Course - New Forest

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day silversmithing with Natalia. Her studio is extremely well equipped and she was excellent at explaining how to work with the silver. Her great communication before the day ensured that we were all able to bring our ideas and designs to reality! Our small group size of three enabled Natalia to give a lot of support and encouragement, she is a very patient and attentive. I highly recommend this course, a memorable day with friends learning new skills and crafting beautiful jewellery to take home! "

Edward Picton-Turbervill reviewed: Make a Welsh stick chair

"Absolutely superb course. Ideal location, and Ben was a brilliant teacher. Highly recommend. "

Helen North reviewed: Beginners Ring Wax Carving Workshop

"This experience was booked for me by my husband as a birthday present and it did not disappoint. I love silver jewellery and have tried fairly unsuccessfully to make silver jewellery from silver clay in the past myself using a kit I’d bought online. This was, by far the better way to do it. Emily is a wonderful instructor and clearly explained the process and each step, carefully guiding me and managing my expectations in relation to what could be achieved from my idea of a ring design. She’s also great company! I was so engrossed in shaping my ring, I completely lost track of time. Emily was very patient with her main concern being that I ended up with a ring I was happy with. It was a really enjoyable experience that I would thoroughly recommend. Really looking forward to seeing the final product. Thank you Emily!"

Zak Phillips-Yates reviewed: Weaving workshop on 4 shaft table looms in South Lakes at the Heron Corn Mill in Beetham

"I really enjoyed the whole day and was amazed at what I was able to achieve from the great instructions given by Erika. The day was extremely relaxing and you can just concentrate on being creative. What a great way to take yourself away from the busy world and focus on being at peace. "

Erika Sojkova Grime responded:

"Thank you for coming to my workshop and for such a lovely review Zak. It was a real pleasure having you at the workshop and I enjoyed teaching you weaving, you are natural! We were all amazed at your beautiful piece and I hope that you will come back, there are so many different patterns, colours and textures yet to explore 😊. Thank you again, Erika "

David Salter reviewed: Make a silver spinning ring: A morning workshop with Hampshire School of Jewellery

"Laura is very knowledgeable and helpful. It was a pleasant and relaxed environment at just the right pace."

Hampshire School of Jewellery responded:

"Thank you so much for your feedback; I am so pleased you enjoyed the class. Laura"

Vanessa Wooddisse reviewed: Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"Sarah is a professional teacher with true empathy for each students ability. The course was structured yet we were encouraged to ask at any point for extra instruction if needed. I loved every minute of the course and would 100% recommend it. Thank you Sarah .. I hear your words in my head when I’m making lampshades now . "

Wendy reviewed: Sew a fabric covered notebook

"Great afternoon. Well led, easy to understand instructions, really good choice of fabrics included. I'm so pleased with my finished book and cover, will definitely make some more for presents."

Jackie reviewed: Soy Wax Batik Class

"Had a great time learning Batik, Chrissy was a good teacher, and it was a lovely group."

Chrissy Webster Mosaic & Craft responded:

"Thank you Jackie for the lovely feedback. I'm so glad you had a nice time too."

Sarah reviewed: Introduction to Green Woodworking

"I did this class yesterday and it was lots of fun, I learnt lots about green wood and the different tools to use, I was really pleased with my items I made. Also Matt was a very good teacher, the whole day was really good and especially in a wonderful wood, hoping to go back soon."

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi Sarah, thank you for taking the time to send a review! So glad you enjoyed the course, hope to see you at Manor Wood again soon! Emma"

Dawn reviewed: 1-2-1 Practical Leather Tuition & Consultancy with Georgie Tym

"I've lost count of the amount of bags I have made with Georgie but the day I spent with her last week has got to the best so far! I used the pattern that we had made for previous bags but this time in gorgeous suede. Georgie was so helpful, as always, and I am so so pleased with the end result. I am already trying to find time in my diary to book another day. Don't hesitate to book with Georgie - you won't be disappointed. "

Jennie reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"I took my two (adult) sons. We had a brilliant day. We learned a lot. Laughed a lot. And concentrated a lot! Went home with 4 pots each which we were really pleased with. Obviously, some of them were a surprise because that's the nature and joy of raku. Richard is a great tutor. We thoroughly recommend this course. "

Potterydayz responded:

"It was a pleasure to Raku with you and your two lads. You all helped make for a lovely day. Well done on your outcomes and I hope to see you again. Many thanks for the review."

Ella reviewed: Glass Bead Making Workshop - For Two People

"I've done Julia's course 3 times, safe to say I think it's fantastic!"

James baggott reviewed: Axe / Hammer Forging Day

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day and took home a hand forged axe that I made. If you get the chance to go you definitely should."

Charlotte reviewed: Explore 1 & 2 colour lino cutting and printing in Derbyshire

"A very enjoyable day of printmaking with my daughter and the two other participants. Liz is an excellent teacher and generous with her ideas and resources, as well as her lovely home studio and garden. "

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Charlotte, Lovely to hear from you and thank you for letting me know about your day at The Slipper Studio. It was good to work with you both, seeing your ideas, skills and understanding develop through the day. This is a great process, with lots of potential and there’s so much to learn, so I hope you’re ready for immersion. Best wishes and happy cutting and printing. Liz Wellby"

Sonia reviewed: Seaglass and silver ring workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day course making a sea glass, silver ring. Elena was warm and friendly and knowledgeable and the course was done really well, in bite sized pieces so you felt supported through it all. Would highly recommend."

Seathrift Studios responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to review my course Sonia. I'm so glad that you enjoyed the workshop. It was a pleasure to meet you and I had a lovely day too! Your ring is beautiful and I'm glad the blue seaglass found a good home 😊"