Latest reviews

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"

Katrina Rainbow reviewed: Mindful Messy Mandalas Workshop

"Really enjoyed doing the mindful messy mandalas course with Carrie. She explained everything we were doing step by step, and advised us if we needed it. She always makes you feel very welcome and relaxed. And she is so easy to get on with. This is the 2nd course I have done with Carrie and I am looking forward to doing another one soon "

Crafts for Wellbeing responded:

"I'm so pleased you enjoyed the course, Katrina, your mandala was beautiful! It was a real pleasure to see you again. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review, I really appreciate it. I look forward to seeing you again soon!"

Kamala Dawar reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"This one-day 1-2-1 workshop gave me exactly what I wanted - enough time to focus on learning the foundations of throwing properly, guided by someone who really knows their craft. The day whizzed by so I am going back for more."

Sue reviewed: Glass Fusing Garden Fish Shoal - half-day workshop for beginners

"My daughter and I had a great afternoon being creative with the fused glass fish - we can't wait to see the finished results. Mike and Jenny were really helpful in every way and we are already planning our next session with them. Huge thanks to both of them for a fun afternoon. "

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Sue -it was a pleasure and we hope to see you in the studio again some time. Mike"

Yvonne reviewed: Leather tooling course with Pip Davidson

"I would thoroughly recommend taking a course with Pip. She has a lot of knowledge and patience when teaching. Having struggled, on my own, to try and learn leather tooling from videos and books she has set me on the right path to achieve something I can be proud of. I had a fun two days learning all the basics and more with Pip. She has a relaxing manner for teaching and her workshop environment is well set up. Thank you Pip. "

Ross B reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"I attended this session with my eleven year old son and we had a great time. The tutors were excellent and helped just the right amount. We were responsible for attending to our own piece of metal, heating in the furnace, hammering and shaping. At each phase of the project (a blacksmiths knife) the tutor explained clearly the actions required to form the next part, including creating edges, quenching, tempering, sharpening and polishing. All in all a great parent/child experience!"

Lynne Jones reviewed: Pyrography (wood burning Art) Workshop

"Thanks Helen. Had a wonderful day. Course was brilliant"

Tony Quinlan reviewed: Acrylic paint pouring - Learn the art of acrylic paint pouring using a variety of different techniques

"A fantastic course with Cath - it switched what was a curiosity about paint pouring into a fully-fledge excitement about what I can do next. Cath's very knowledgeable, but more importantly encouraging and kind. And tailored what we did to what was most interesting - including trying odd experiments to help me shake my "it has to be right" attitude. Absolutely wonderful - would really, really recommend it."

Ben reviewed: Blacksmithing Course for two in a traditional forge on Dartmoor

"Greg was fantastic. A great balance of demonstration and assistance while letting us get on with our projects. Highly recommended for anyone wanting an experience day which is something different. Great gift idea, my father had a brilliant day!"

Zoe reviewed: Potter's wheel pottery - half day course Siramik

"A fantastic pottery workshop! I really enjoyed the experience and found Yoko to be so welcoming and knowledgeable. I cannot recommend this workshop highly enough, thank you! "

Siramik responded:

"Thank you Zoe, you were both very apt with the clay and very soon got the hang of centring and creating cylinders Thank you for your company that morning, you were great students."

Becky Whyte reviewed: Blacksmithing taster session at Urban Crafts Foundation

"Fabulous 3 hours, learnt so much. Lizzie is an excellent teacher. Delighted with our pokers, we both felt a real sense of achievement walking away from the forge. Would thoroughly recommend. Thank you."

Rachael reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - half day

"I did the half day course and had such a good time. Jill is extremely talented and has an amazing workshop with everything you could possibly need. We chatted away happily while I made several pieces. I can't wait to see the finished products."

Fired Glass responded:

"Thank you Rachael for your enthusiastic review. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your time with us. Kind regards John and Jill"

Tracey reviewed: Afternoon Creative Weaving 2 hour Taster Workshop - flexible timing

"Fabulous taster session and a good introduction to creative weaving. Ruth was very welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable. A pleasurable couple of hours. Definitely worth having a go. "

Illuminating Weaves responded:

"Thanks Tracey, it was great having you at the studio. 😀"

Alison Parker reviewed: Crystals Accredited Workshop FHT Gain 5CPD's

"Fabulous course. Nicky is an excellent tutor, calming and relaxed with her explanations on crystals and their energy. The course provides a lot of information during the day, plus hands on experiences with different crystals. The work book you work through and take home is brilliant. I would highly recommend spending a day with Nicky if you are keen to learn about crystals and how they work. Alison P "

JEWELLERY KITS & SILVER BITS responded:

"Thank you Alison, so kind of you to take time out to add how you enjoyed your Crystal Workshop. (Makes all the hard work behind the scenes, so worth while) Such a lovely group we had on the day with great conversations, so great to hear so many different experiences from everyone, I feel we all learned from each other too. Thank you again! Nicky Gee "

Fatimah reviewed: Silver Jewellery Making Experience for 2 people

"Tracey was an incredible teacher! Super lovely and informative! We absolutely loved the experience as beginners, and found it very easy and enjoyable to pick up. Would definitely recommend to anyone! "

Tracey Burns Jewellery responded:

"It was a pleasure to have such lovely, enthusiastic and adept students. Glad you enjoyed it. "

Michael reviewed: Hand forged rustic knife course

"Andy was a knowledgeable and patient instructor. The course was run at a leisurely pace and was great fun . Highly recommend and great value for money. 5* Michael H P.s. will Andy please provide instructions on how to remove knife from my back ? I didn’t buy the missus flowers on my way home 😂😂"

Maria reviewed: Turn a wooden bowl on a traditional pole lathe

"Bought this course for hubbie’s birthday and it was brilliant! Such a lovely day with Steve who was so patient, calm and encouraging. As an observer, I had a lovely day too - what a tonic to be in a peaceful setting, close to nature, appreciating a magical heritage craft. Thoroughly recommend this experience. "

Northern Wood Monkey responded:

"Hi Maria and Phil. So glad you both enjoyed the day, from different perspectives, as the maker and the observer. In many ways the craft does all the work for me, drawing a person in, with both mental and physical focus and attention on the tools and materials in hand. "

Teresa H reviewed: Glass Artist's Studio Experience Day - Fusing (Open)

"Had a great day. I loved learning about glass and experimenting. Dawn gave us access to her extensive range of coloured glass to make our designs. I loved it and can’t wait to book in another course. "

Dawn Turner Designs responded:

"HI Teresa, thank you for your lovely review. I am so pleased you enjoyed experimenting and that it's given you lots of inspiration for future ideas! See you soon - Dawn"

Val L reviewed: Beginners DIY & Home Maintenance Workshop in Cheadle, Gr Manchester (1 Day)

"Very pleasant relaxed atmosphere in small group setting. I enjoyed it and learnt a lot. It will boost my confidence and enthusiasm to tackle home tasks. "

The Boho Shed responded:

"You’re a natural DIYer Val. Thank you for your lovely review. I’m so pleased you enjoyed the workshop. X"

Karen reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - 1 day

"Had a fantastic day, learnt so much. Jill is very knowledgeable and an excellent teacher. The art room is so well stocked it's like a glass sweet shop, so many options. Lunch and snacks were delicious and filling. Jill was very generous advising on other mediums that she also teaches. Truly enjoyable, definitely will be back."

Fired Glass responded:

"Thank you Karen, we do like your sweet shop analogy that sums up the studio perfectly. So glad to hear you enjoyed your session with us. We would love to see you again. Regards John and Jill"

Charlotte reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"Absolutely loved attending the course. Jonathan was very informative, patient and helpful and I'm really pleased with all the items we got to make. It was such a fun day and I'd highly recommend it. "

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Hi Charlotte. Thank you for your very kind words. I'm very pleased that you enjoyed the day and hope that you use your new skills to make some more lovely silver jewellery. Well done with the earrings and I hope you are wearing them with pride! Jonathan"

Esther reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Well, I’m very pleased with the stork that I made with the help of Kate & I think I learnt something. The course was in a lovely garden & it was nice to spend a day outside. I may have learnt more. I didn’t always quite understand what I was aiming for. The group was 1/2 inside & 1/2 out ( people’s choice). It may be that had we all been pulled together for what to do at the next step or all in 1 place we could have learnt more from each other & heard more advice given to others. Sometimes work had to be undone as progression had gone too far when left to one’s self. But all in all I’m very pleased with my sculpture"

Ali Yates reviewed: Beginners DIY & Home Maintenance Workshop in Cheadle, Gr Manchester (1 Day)

"I attended the basic DIY course with Jo. Fantastic, informal and informative. Put at ease and not judged and just able to have a go and boost my confidence, which is just what I needed. All the basics covered… and amazing cake!! Thankyou for a really lovely day. "

The Boho Shed responded:

"I'm so pleased you got so much out of the workshop Ali. Thank you for your lovely review. I will pass on your kind comments to Mum (the baker) about her yummy cakes. You'll be a DIY expert before long. x"

Josie gill reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"We had a fabulous day with Paul. He was attentive and helpful at all times plenty of tea and coffee and a lovely light lunch. End results are great. Definitely recommend "

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you Josie, a pleasure to have you all here! Best wishes Paul"

Ann Hawes reviewed: Glass Fusion - Garden Piece

"I came on the glass fusion workshop. I really enjoyed the experience. Sally the tutor was lovely, she was helpful, informative and encouraging. The group I was with were nice and friendly. The staff at Stanwick Lakes were very helpful. I would go on another workshop."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the workshop and shall Sally know too. We hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."