Latest reviews

Edna reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I have been coming to Lucy for some time now and we managed to finish the drop earrings that I started some time ago. The lesson does not just involve learning techniques, it involves planning the design and even completing that process we had to fine tune it to what worked aesthetically. This is what makes coming to Lucy worth while for me. "

Exclusive Jewellery responded:

"Thank you Edna. You persevered with determination to complete your amazing earrings, despite the interruption caused by Covid. Well done!"

Richard reviewed: Introduction to stone carving at Little Moreton Hall

"Great course, would recommend to anyone."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Richard, glad you enjoyed it. Best wishes Miranda"

Mel H reviewed: Fused glass picture curve

"Fab session! Loved every minute of it"

Maggie Embleton reviewed: Pole lathe turning taster day: bowl turning

"Really enjoyed my day. Tired the next day though. I took home a bowl after quite a lot of help from Maurice and Chris"

Touch Wood responded:

"Thanks Maggie, you did a great job!"

David reviewed: Lino printing workshop - introduction to linocut block printing

"Great day. Great teacher "

Vicki Jordan Art responded:

"Thanks David! I’m glad you enjoyed the day and I’m so impressed with what you produced!"

Jan Erskine-Power reviewed: Ceramic moon gazing hares

"Friendly, helpful and down-to-earth instruction. Being unartistic and a newcomer to clay modelling, I was worried that my attempt would look nothing like the lovely figures Linda produces but was so pleased with the end result. Everyone produced a hare - each with their own personality. The quirky and imperfect were embraced which meant it was relaxing and fun. A lovely bit of mindfulness and can’t wait to see what survives the kiln gods in a couple of weeks. Everyone should have a go - you’ll be surprised by what you can achieve, and the world needs more hares!"

Green Man Ceramics responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review, they are all home safe and drying out awaiting their first firing...."

Ann Bridges reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Basket Making for Beginners - Day Course at Penhurst Retreat Centre, East Sussex

"Being disabled I did wonder how I would cope with weaving a basket but yes, I managed with the guidance and help of Marianne to end up with a rather nice basket. She did suggest that perhaps in the future using a softer medium might be easier for me and I look forward to the challenge. Thank you Marianne for all your patience, you are an excellent teacher, "

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review and compliments, Ann! So good to hear that the course exceeded expectations. Your strength of character and shear determination got you through You were such a delight to have as a student! I look forward to teaching you again, then with either rush or rattan, which requires hardly any strength in the fingers. Thanks again very much. With best wishes, Marianne - Crafty Basketry"

Stephanie reviewed: Make your own Silver Spinner Ring Workshop

"I was gifted the spinner ring workshop for my birthday and I absolutely loved it! Sarah is a great teacher and is very knowledgeable and patient. I had never made anything like this before and I ended up with a beautiful spinner ring which I am super pleased with 😊 I will definitely be attending one of the other workshops soon!"

Sara reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Basket Making for Beginners - Day Course at Penhurst Retreat Centre, East Sussex

"I had an absolutely fabulous day & Marianne is an excellent teacher. Calm and methodical with an immense amount of knowledge & her work is stunning. Many thanks - I’ll be back Sara ♥️💖❤️"

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Thank you so much for your review and compliments, Sara! Your very creative personality and love for the craft was so super to see! Thank you again for your purchases. I hope your baskets have found pride of place now. Look forward to having you join another of my courses in the not too distant future. Many thanks again and best wishes, Marianne - Crafty Basketry"

Gary reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"I don't normally write reviews but the one-day blacksmithing course was fantastic. Really good pace to the course. Fun! Rewarding! Would do more stuff like this in a blink of an eye. Thank you for a great day experience."

Heather Wright reviewed: Introduction to Oil Painting

"What a brilliant day ! I had done oil painting a few times before but this was so liberating. Sue is relaxed , encouraging and so talented , I’ll definitely book another course with her . Thank you for a wonderful day. "

Sue Gardner Studio responded:

"Fantastic Heather, thanks so much for taking the time to leave me such a nice review. It was great to meet you, you're welcome anytime 😊 Sue"

Mitch reviewed: Glass Fusing Day

"I booked this for my wife as a birthday present and we both had a fantastic day. Amazing instruction, location and hospitality. I'm not a creative person at all but was amazed at what I was able to produce in such a short period of time because of the quality of the instruction and guidance. Would highly recommend and am sure we will back again."

Stained Glass & Pottery Workshop responded:

"Mitch, it was a total joy to have you and Lucy there on Saturday. Everyone's glass has fired well and looks brilliant! Thanks so much for coming. Hope to see you here again in the future, besides for collection. And what a treat to have the complimentary cakes, from Suzy - Rustic Cakes. 🤩"

Konni Constantine reviewed: Round Shopper Willow Basket

"I had such a lovely day making that basket which I was very happy with in the end! Suz is an amazing teacher who looked after all of us really well. The surroundings were magical and I especially loved the kettle over the open fire."

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

"A fabulous day making sea glass pendants. Jules is exceptionally patient, incredibly knowledgeable and everyone left with a beautiful piece of jewellery. Thank you Jules "

Student reviewed: Scheduled Jewellery Taster Class

"Alison was a good teacher. Informative, knowledgeable and patient. Highly recommend."

Alison Flanders Studio responded:

"Hello there Thank you so much for your review Hope you are enjoying your new ring! "

Helena Bowes reviewed: Enter the world of Pyrography with Bob Neill

"What a fantastic experience. Bob is a really patient man. The atmosphere was very relaxed, lovely day from start to finish. Del prepared a wonderful lunch. Great hospitality, highly recommended. I love the bits I've taken home and can't wait to keep trying new things with the skills I've learned. Thank you Bob & Del."

Burnt Offerings responded:

"Hi Helena Lovely to meet you. Good to kow you enjoyed the day and that you will be continuing the burning All the best Bob and Del"

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

"Excellent day. Fun and informative. Highly recommend"

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you Alison, good to meet you :)"

Hugh reviewed: Woodturning Experience Half Day - Come and spend half a day turning your first bowl

"Took my Dad for his birthday. Had a great day learning the lathe. Stephen is a very encouraging teacher and we came away with two great looking bowls (and a desire to buy a lathe!) Would recommend to anyone who is interested in trying out woodturning."

Bodden Cross Studio responded:

"Thank you for your kind words Hugh, a great pleasure meeting you both. Please keep asking the questions around choice of lathe, tools etc. I look forward to seeing your progress. "

Brian Dawson reviewed: Introduction to Celtic Knotwork Drawing

"Excellent. Well structured and very enjoyable course. I now have an understanding of how to develop celtic designs."

Crafts for Wellbeing responded:

"It was a pleasure to meet you, Brian, and I'm so pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, I really appreciate it. I hope to see you again."

Ann reviewed: Creating Art with Sea Glass and Sea Treasures

"We had a lovely time making a sea glass picture. Great supply of beach finds to rummage through! Shanine was really enthusiastic and helpful. Lovely tasty lunch too! "

Tiny Homes Holidays responded:

"Thank you so much Ann for your kind review - it was lovely to spend time with you, Helen & Shanine"

Kat reviewed: Silver Clay Jewellery - Bespoke Group - Kathryn E

"We took Rachel's course for our Hen do and I couldn't recommend it enough! Rachel was lovely and her demonstrations and tips were brilliant and we all came away with beautiful pieces of jewellery. I can't wait to wear my gorgeous earrings to the wedding now!"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to review and your lovely comments. It was so lovely to meet you all and you all did so well with your silver pieces. Let’s hope the weather is better for the wedding! Congratulations to Mary and all the best to you all. Rach "

Susan Wakeford reviewed: Indigo Dye and Shibori Workshop

"This was a wonderful course in a great setting, taught by two experienced, talented, excellent teachers. It was relaxed and friendly and ran very smoothly. Tea and coffee and cake was available. I am very happy to recommend it!"

Fran Reilly Textiles responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review. It’s great that you enjoyed it."

Pauline Hathaway reviewed: Handmade books - Introductory workshop

"A great afternoon with Suzy. I am looking forward to her next course "

Alice reviewed: Create a farmyard or wading birds willow sculpture workshop (Portchester nr Fareham)

"We had a very enjoyable day creating ‘short and long legged birds’. Jackie was very friendly and helped us all individually as needed. Thank you."

Willow and Crafts responded:

"Hello Alice it was lovely to meet you both thankyou for the lovely review All the best Jacquie "

Elena reviewed: Double-Sided Lampshade Making

"We really enjoyed making lampshades with Wendy! She was very friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating when we overran and needed to get new material. The steps were taken in our time and were well explained and we ended with some lovely lampshades. Would definitely recommend Little Craftery and will be looking into what other courses are available :) "