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Howard B reviewed: Two day dry stone walling course at Rhyd y Creuau Field Studies Centre near Betws y Coed, North Wales

"Great Course run by Colin the Instructor and my fellow course members. Good location with toilets and catering at the Field Studies Centre! Interesting and fun! Enjoyed the flap jacks! Thanks H"

Dry Stone Walling Association North Wales Branch responded:

"Thanks Howard. I wish I could have been there but I was away. Regards Paul"

Elizabeth Joy reviewed: Silver Stacking Rings Workshop with Lindsay Forbes of Laconic; Darlington

"Anyone thinking about doing this course, don't hesitate. Lindsay is very knowledgeable and patient. You learn all the techniques needed to produce beautiful pieces of jewellery. I was going to make the rings as a gift but I love them so much I can't part with them. Thank you."

Bench Box responded:

"Thanks for your fab review Elizabeth, so glad you enjoyed the workshop! I'm pleased that you kept the rings for yourself after all the great work you put into making them! "

Tina reviewed: Dressmaking for Beginners

"Fantastic course, really friendly and well taught. The courses are helping to build my confidence up with cutting patterns and using a sewing machine from a complete novice. Highly recommended "

Jacquie Houston reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making & Soap in a Coat Workshop

"Very relaxed and informative course. Spending a couple of hours creating a scented candle and learning the techniques and then making a felt coat for a soap. A lovely setting and Caroline is an expert in explaining in easily understandable terms."

Rock n Wool Creations responded:

"Oh thank you Jacquie for your kind words and for taking the time to write a review. Lovely to meet you. Hope to see you again xx Caroline "

Steven maesepp reviewed: Rustic Knives

"A brilliant day, a birthday gift from my partner. Hard and at times hot work but so satisfying. Lots of great tuition and advice, and I came home with a great little knife I'll treasure always."

Gail Palmer reviewed: Argentium Silver workshops. Design it, Create it, Love it.

"Hello, have had a course of lessons in using Argentium silver with Sally, l have not done any jewellery making before but, Sally allowed me to go at my own pace and was very patient. I was also able to re-do a piece when l made some errors. I look forward to learning more with this silver and creating more jewellery. Thank you GailP"

SallyC Jewellery responded:

"Thank you Gail, enjoyed the time we spent learning about Argentium silver. Feel free to contact me with any queries or help you might need working with Argentium silver. Thank you Sally Coote."

Matthew Rawlins reviewed: Blacksmithing Course (one to one) in a traditional forge on Dartmoor

"My wife and son bought me this experience for my birthday, I was super excited on the morning of the course and met Greg at the front of the forge, after explaining how the forge works Greg lit the forge and got straight into the experience, all of the protective equipment was provided and I felt safe with a knowledgeable blacksmith guiding me throughout the process, Greg was able to see when I was flagging and suggested breaks when he thought they were needed, cups of tea were happily provided and accepted. I walked away at the end of the day proudly carrying the large toasting fork that will be fantastic to use around the campfire and the hook to hang this up. I would highly recommend this one to one Blacksmithing course to anyone and everyone thank you Greg"

Ursula Salzman reviewed: Frame Loom Weaving Kit

"I was excited to receive my loom. It was nicely packaged up and felt like a present to myself !! It is sitting on the side and l keep having a peep at it… It may be a few weeks until l have time to start using it. I feel l need to be on my own to concentrate and enjoy the process."

Claire Rossouw reviewed: Powertex Gnome Workshop

"Fantastic day and class. Really enjoyed it and very happy with my Gnome. Jan is a friendly, helpful tutor. Highly recommend "

Maria reviewed: Fused Glass Coaster

"Really lovely, relaxed afternoon. Alison gives good, clear guidance. Workshop is comfortable."

Rob Hodge reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"A thoroughly enjoyable weekend. The course was well paced and not rushed. Clear instructions and demonstrations were given by Mark on all the machines we used. He also gave very useful tips on general woodworking. At the end of the course I came away with a quality box."

Vicky Hibberd reviewed: Circular Sock machine one to one lessons

"Patient tutor with a good sense of humour and plenty of common sense who is prepared to go above and beyond to make sure you've understood this complex machine. Train station within walking distance of the venue. She can also offer advice on repairs to machines. Highly recommended "

Circular Sock Machine school responded:

"Thank you Vicky. It was a pleasure to teach you. "

Greg Barton reviewed: Leather Traveller's Bag

"Fascinating and enjoyable day with Catherine, learned loads and ended up with a very decent looking bag at the end!"

Catherine Edwards Leather responded:

"Thanks Greg, glad you enjoyed the day!"

Debbie and Linda reviewed: Make your own leather belt with Cazzy, a qualified saddler.

"We had the best day learning about leather and the tools used to make our belts. 10* if it was possible. Thanks Cazzy for a fab time. We will be back. "

Richard Hepher reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"I had an absolutely fantastic time making a small table. I would 100% recommend doing a course with Pete. Loved it. "

Peter Lanyon Furniture responded:

"Thanks Richard, I very much enjoyed having you along."

Ange reviewed: Family Creative Summertime Special - at Simply Amazing Jewellery School

"Had a great morning with Viv. She worked around what we wanted to do, inspiring us to try things, teaching us new skills, and sharing ideas. Really good company! Great to have some Mum and daughter time, and we will definitely go back and make more jewellery with her. "

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"I am so pleased about this, little finds become holiday treasures and you brought lovely sea glass, pretty beads and a very special gemstone, what a lovely morning! Thank you so much for choosing this workshop, a real pleasure to spend time with you both, I shall look forward to seeing you again 😊"

Scot Todd reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Beautiful setting. Peter is an excellent teacher, very relaxed but organised and informative. I had a really great time. "

Peter Lanyon Furniture responded:

"Thanks Scott, glad you enjoyed it. Great to spend a bit of time with you. "

philippa smith reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Thank you Kate for a most fabulous day. It was great fun and we all were able to make some fabulous willow sculptures with your help that will look great in the garden. So much nicer to have a piece made by ourselves rather than bought. I would highly recommend this fun day of crafting and am sure we shall book again. "

Lisa Hanson-Stewart reviewed: Printing with Leaves : Heat Press

"Clare Walsh was very encouraging and inspiring, her instructions clear with a friendly approachable manner. The venue could not have been more suited - I thoroughly enjoyed my day and am so fired up with enthusiasm to explore and experiment more... I wholeheartedly recommend anyone to have a go. You'll not be disappointed. "

Clare Walsh Design responded:

"Thankyou so much Lisa , I’m so happy you enjoyed the process , you created some beautiful prints "

Louise Townsend reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"The two day sculpting course deserves more than the maximum five stars available. Jo goes above and beyond to build your confidence and make you feel comfortable. We all thoroughly enjoyed the course and came away with a huge sense of achievement. Our crew all have highly pressured jobs and we totally decompressed in the studio. Thanks Jo, you’re fabulous!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Louise - it was great having the 'crew' here! You all made such wonderful sculptures including the 'messing with clay' time whilst the main sculpture paint is drying. Lots of laughs! Jo x"

Paul F reviewed: Ukulele build (assembly from Kit)

"My brother and I had a fantastic day with Ted making our ukuleles. Neither of us had any woodworking experience, and the day was a brilliant way to do something approachable and practical. We were very satisfied and proud with the end results. Ted was a great guide, very skilled and knowledgeable, and excellent company for the day."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks for the kind words Paul, You both did a great job on those Ukes ! Just practice about 40 mins a day and you will soon be singing your favourite songs. Hope your brother makes a big noise with his in Honolulu when he gets back. Please come again soon ok ? it's always a pleasure mate. Kind regards Ted"

Jacqui reviewed: Stone carving for beginners - Weymouth

"Loved the whole day. "

Sculptor John Davey responded:

"Glad to hear Jacqui. Great team dynamic and atmosphere. Excellent sculpture, glad you enjoyed yourself. John."

Sylvia Grundy reviewed: Fused Glass Seascape Waves (for 2 people)

"My sister and I found the fused glass workshop absolutely enthralling. We were totally absorbed in what we were doing and the two hours just flew. Stevie Davies was very instructive and very enthusiastic, giving lots of instruction, help and advice. It was a fun, memorable afternoon and I hope to have another go before too long. Highly recommended!"

Stevie Davies responded:

"Thank you Sylvia for your beautiful words. I hope the rest of your creative weekend was just as much fun! "

Karen Jane reviewed: Seaglass jewellery workshop at Sea & Solder, Dorset.

"What a fabulous day. Clear guidance and each stage shown prior to students attempting next step to reproduce own work. So chuffed to walk away with my very own masterpiece to wear and cherish. Highly recommended this day class. "

Sandra Vivian reviewed: Gel plate printing starter kit with handmade A5 gel plate, instructions and videos

"A great starter kit to explore printing. I had seen YouTube videos online and decided to buy a kit as it contained all I needed to get started. The kit comes with a link to a beginners guide to using the kit with full instructions. I have had great fun using the kit and starting my own designs."

Bev Evans Art and Print responded:

"Thank you so much Sandra! It is so good to hear that the kit and videos have helped you get started with designing your own prints. I hope you can continue with the experimenting 😊. Best wishes, Bev"