Latest reviews

Lorraine and chris reviewed: Mosaics for Beginners - West Sussex

"Fun course and excellent teacher, very relaxed approach . All equipment provided and very good quality."

Marion reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"There is nothing like achieving something you have never done before. Rachel guided us expertly through each step and new skills were developed. We achieved beautiful sun catchers all very individual. Mine is proudly standing in my garden. The sun has shone ever since! A really enjoyable feel good day. "

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thank you Marion for taking the time to write some lovely words about your garden panel workshop. Your glass panel will bring colour brightly into your garden for years to come :-) R :-)"

Jen reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"I did this course as a complete beginner and it was excellent, I absolutely loved it. Pete is a very knowledgable and friendly guy who pitched the class at a perfect pace, and we had a laugh and a joke along the way. Some of the people on the course had done carving before but equally seemed to enjoy it and got a lot out of it. We all left at the end of the day with a couple of carvings, and I was very pleased with what I’d accomplished, it was much better than what I was expecting to achieve as a beginner. I have to mention the staff at the visitor centre as well, because they were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make you feel welcome. Stanwick lakes seems like a very nice place to visit. I’d highly recommend this course, and can’t think of any part of it that could have been done better."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

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

Jen reviewed: Alcohol Ink Art Workshop

"Really enjoyed the alcohol art course with Kavita, so friendly and knowledgeable and gave me a great basis to continue this art. She showed lots of techniques and was able to practice each one. Even my 2 items I brought home I love and will be proudly displayed. Thanks so much for a lovely morning! "

Kavita’s Creative Academy responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review. I am glad you enjoyed the workshop. Keep creating. Thank you again. "

Emma Sharp reviewed: Silver Stacking Rings Workshop with Lindsay Forbes of Laconic; Darlington

"The course was fabulous. Lindsay was great, she explained and showed us how to do the steps to make our ring in small stages. She was able to take her time with us as it was a small group and due to this we had extra teaching. Would definitely attend another class with Lindsay."

Bench Box responded:

"Thanks Emma for your amazing review. I'm glad you thought it was fab and I loved seeing the rings you made! It'd be great to see you at another workshop."

Liz D reviewed: Wooden mechanical toy (automata) making

"What a fantastic course! Enjoyed every minute. Stef was extremely helpful, from giving me directions to the meeting point that avoided the clean air zone, to showing me where to park for free, just a short walk from the studio. He clearly explained how to use all the tools, how the different cam shapes worked & was very patient as I attempted all the power tools for the fist time. So pleased with my Fishing Cat Automata Toy. Thank you Stef for a fun workshop & being such a great host."

Penlan Crafts responded:

"Hi Liz, thank you so much for your nice review. Very happy you enjoyed the course and that you are pleased with your beautiful (and personalised!) Fishing Cat."

Pauline Rogers reviewed: Create a mosaic in a day in Yorkshire with professional mosaic artist Sue Kershaw

"I thoroughly enjoyed the day, which has inspired me to do more workshops. Sue explained the process of mosaic art very clearly and everything was provided. She was extremely helpful and made sure I finished my project in good time. She is a very talented teacher. "

Sue Kershaw responded:

"Thank you Pauline that is so kind. I really enjoyed meeting you and I am so happy to hear that you feel inspired to do more workshops."

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

"Weaving Taster Day with Jeremy Uden. What a patient, knowledgeable and talented tutor. His enthusiasm shines through. After a brief intro, straight into the weaving. I ended the day with a weaved sampler towel and haven't stopped smiling since, real sense of achievement. Now to purchase a loom and supplies. Thank you Jeremy!"

Pat Sutherland reviewed: Urban Landscape in Mixed Media fast & free with Roy Simmons: a Quirky workshsop nr Ullswater & the Lake District

"A lovely relaxed day with friendly and knowledgeable tutor Roy and the whole class. The venue was great. I totally recommend this course and I will be looking into attending again in the future. "

Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden and Barns responded:

"Thank you Pat for your kind review. So pleased you enjoyed your day and I agree- Roy is a great tutor- so relaxing and inspiring. Keep up the painting and maybe see you another time here in Greystoke ! :) "

Nick reviewed: Lathe turning for beginners with Thompsons Wood

"I've always wanted to do a wood turning course. The feeling you get from holding an unworked piece of wood in your hands and then being shown step by step, how to work that piece of wood into something that is practical, useable, a gift or just a memory from that day is absolutely priceless.. Jake will teach you how to do just that. The fee for this course may seem a little steep to some, but believe me,......it's not. The time and effort that goes into this course from Jake is extremely worth it. He's very knowledgeable, patient, very down to earth and fun to work with . There is an awful lot that goes into this course and you come away with something that you're extremely proud of. Book today. You won't regret it ."

Thompsons Wood responded:

"Wow, what a review, thank you so much Nicola, it was an absolute pleasure to work with you, thank you for your kind words and custom, hopefully I'll see you again to make the other 3 bowls for your set! "

Jeannine reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"I had a wonderful day on this slate mosaic course recently. Even though I had never done anything like this before, Jo provided plenty of friendly instruction, guidance and advice. And there was such a huge range of materials to choose from (that was the hardest bit - deciding what to use!). Jo was fantastically organised, down to the last detail, so the whole day ran so smoothly, in a friendly and supportive atmosphere and in such beautiful surroundings too. Thanks Jo! Very highly recommended!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Jeannine - I'm so happy you enjoyed the day. I'm running out of space to display the materials. I'm constantly adding to the range, which perhaps makes choosing even harder! Jo x"

Lucinda Turner reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"Just such a fabulous experience. Warm welcome and steadily leading us through the learning process of gelli printing! Clare was very encouraging and affirming and the studio and products are beautiful too. Thankyou. A much needed breath of fresh air and a delve into some new art creations that I am so pleased with!!"

Clare Cosens Designs responded:

"I’m so pleased you enjoyed the workshop Lucy, your prints looked amazing! Many thanks for taking the time to leave such a lovely review."

Jane burchell reviewed: SAORI Weaving Discovery Session

"Thank you Nicola for a really enjoyable afternoon. It was nice to take home a finished piece of weaving, which I shall put to good use and to see what other peoples weaving was like all different. Thank you for your help."

Rus Slater reviewed: Upholstery full day class - strip, pad and cover a dining chair

"Really enjoyed the course and learned a great deal from a master of his craft. I would strongly recommend David's course to anyone wanting to learn to reupholster their dining chairs."

Annie and Mike Squires reviewed: Introduction to traditional stained glass (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"We absolutely loved our time on the one day course. Martin was a brilliant tutor and made sure we were all progressing with our designs. We came away with new found skills but also beautiful pieces of stained glass that we will happily tell anyone who visits our home-‘we made that!’ "

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review, I'm really glad you both enjoyed your day. "

Jon Millward reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"An excellent day, really enjoyable. Mark is a great teacher and had unlimited patience. Have already started my next carving project. "

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Jon Thank you for joining us, glad you had a good day here. Keep up the good work Mark and Cristina"

Lynn reviewed: Fascinator Hat millinery workshop

"Brilliant morning spent with Elena, I absolutely loved making a fascinator. I would definitely book onto another of her courses."

elena shvab millinery (GLGL Services UK ltd) responded:

"Dear Lynn, Thank you so much for your kind words, so thrilled to hear you enjoyed my class, it was a pleasure meeting you! I look forward to seeing your new creations! Best wishes, Elena"

Brett Gibson reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"Fantastic Course with Gary & Josh, highly recommended."

Richard Abbot reviewed: Box making for beginners

"Andrew is an excellent and skilled instructor"

Lee Furniture responded:

"Thxs Richard, glad you enjoyed the day!!"

Tara reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"Thanks so much for a great day of woodwork. My 13 year old son and I loved the day of axe skills, woodwork and more. Delicious rustic lunch and a gorgeous setting in the woods. Would highly recommend to teens and adults !! "

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Tara Lovely to meet you both. Glad to hear you enjoyed the day. All the best Mark and Cristina"

Maria Lapsley reviewed: Sewing taster workshop

"Cilla is really knowledgeable and gave me some really good tips. All in all it was a pleasant and informative taster and refresher to sewing."

Maggie Page reviewed: Weaving: the journey begins

"My sister and I had a wonderful day on our course. Ashleigh was so patient and knowledgeable. We would recommend this course."

Phil reviewed: Woodturning with Green (unseasoned) Wood in Bude, North Cornwall - Full session for 1 person

"As a family we had a really good day. Rich and Jane are a very accommodating friendly couple and very helpful. We came away with confidence to take the next step and buy a lathe of our own. On the day we each made our own bowls and candlestick. We would definitely recommend this course. "

Ana C reviewed: Circular Sock machine one to one lessons

"I was looking for a new skill, and Julie and her circular sock machines ticked all the boxes. Julie is a patient and clear teacher with the added bonus of a being a great cook. Lunch was scrummy. I left the day confident that I will be able to conquer my machine and produce a decent pair of socks in no time. It is reassuring that Julie is at the end of an email if a query arises. Thank-you !"

Circular Sock Machine school responded:

"Thanks Ana. I’m glad you enjoyed your lesson. Let me know how you get on with buying a machine. "

Jemma reviewed: Silver jewellery taster

"A wonderful half day spent in Louise's studio, creating beautiful pieces of jewellery using shell moulds, seaglass and metal clay. Louise is a very patient tutor, pitching the instructions to suit 3 generations (and helping us fix the bits we broke!) My 7 year old said "she is very helpful and nice to children and grown ups!" Would thoroughly recommend choosing a course with Louise :-)"

Louise Anne Designs responded:

"Thank you - so glad you enjoyed your class. Hope the zoo was good 😊 "