Latest reviews

Gill reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Attended the loom weaving course on Saturday, came away with a wall hanging which I am proud to hang on my wall. Course was well paced and plenty of different materials to choose from, Alice was a very patient teacher. A thoroughly enjoyable experience."

Filip Stromberg reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"Absolutely brilliant. Very pleasant atmosphere, great food, nice environment, useful advice and good health and safety practices. Highly recommended!"

Flora McDowall reviewed: Sculpture at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"A wonderful two days sculpting in wax with Olivia in a stunning environment. Quality teaching, an experienced life model, all materials supplied. Olivia is an encouraging teacher and produces stunning work herself. The mix was about half new and half continuing students which worked really well. The course was paced to ensure plenty of individual attention and everyone finished with a piece of work that they were proud of. Recommend."

Olivia Clifton-Bligh, Cornwall responded:

"I’m so glad you enjoyed the workshop Flora! Congratulations on making a really beautiful sculpture - thank you for coming, I look forward to seeing you again.. with many thanks Olivia"

Lucy reviewed: Half-day pottery with Marina -for two

"We had a wonderful morning with lovely Marina! Came away having made three bowls on the wheel and had so much fun. Will definitely be going back to learn more and can’t wait to pick up our creations! Thanks Marina!!!! "

Marina Randall Ceramics responded:

"Thanks Lucy for the lovely review! You did really well with your bowls and glad you had fun. Will keep you posted!! 😊"

Alisa reviewed: Knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"First time with this website, it was refreshing learning to crochet. It was amazing. I picked it up so quickly. I am so thankful as it is a most pleasurable hobby. Anne brought hand outs and showed us abbreviations which we used and helped us to get started. We had a 2 hour session and I am delighted. "

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure to teach you and I hope that you are able to continue with your crochet Kind regards Ann"

Sue reviewed: Half-day pottery with Marina -for two

"My mother in law and I had the afternoon session of pottery with Marina. We had such a wonderful time in a very relaxed setting. Marina was the perfect teacher and was very attentive and patient. 6 bowls between us later, we were amazed, we couldn't ask for more. Can't wait to see the final results soon. Thanks again Marina. "

Marina Randall Ceramics responded:

"Thanks Sue for your lovely review.😊 I’m so pleased you both enjoyed the afternoon. Your pots look great and I too look forward to the end result ! Best, Marina "

Abi reviewed: Landscape oil painting

"Had a great day with Laura, exploring landscape oil techniques. She’s a very relaxed and interesting teacher so the day was fun and relaxing at the same time. I was very pleased with my first time using oils and would recommend Laura’s workshops "

Laura Donaldson responded:

"Thank you so much Abi. It was a lovely day and I’m so pleased that you enjoyed it. Your painting was fantastic. "

Emma Hall reviewed: Art clay silver

"So amazing, especially as there were only x2 of us! We were made to feel very welcome and that our ideas were brilliant! I loved every moment, and can't wait to have another go!!"

Goldwrightsjewelleryschool responded:

"Thank you Emma you made such a lovely heart ❤️ "

Rebecca Barker reviewed: One day Wood Carving Experience

"My son did this, he is 13 but loves making things and has a tool shed. He had an amazing time, learnt loads and encouraged to do more!"

Rix & Co Rocking Horses Ltd responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review, your son did the most amazing job of his woodcarving and its wonderful to see the next generation being inspired to learn wood craft. Thanks again."

Louise Adcock reviewed: Introduction to Silkscreen Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Judith is just fabulous - warm, welcoming and extremely knowledgeable - fantastic courses and really enjoyable."

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Wow, thank you. Great to see you again, and your leaping hare silkscreen prints were stunning!"

Tassadaq reviewed: Durham, in person soy wax candle making and soap making

"Soap and candle making course was a great experience, would definitely recommend to others. "

Bev reviewed: Create a willow farmyard or wading bird sculpture workshop Portchester nr Fareham

"A fantastic course. Jacquie is a talented artist and patient teacher! She was not only able to teach us how to work with willow and the different types but where to source it, how to prepare it but treat our sculptures after they are finished. A follow up email from Jacquie had an attachment of all the details too. I have never done anything like this before and it was a lot of fun. "

Willow and Crafts responded:

"Thank you Bev it was a pleasure and I am glad that you enjoyed creating your egret/heron. It was lovely meeting you. All the best Jacquie "

Anne reviewed: Create a willow farmyard or wading bird sculpture workshop Portchester nr Fareham

"Had a great day, really pleased with the goose I made!"

Willow and Crafts responded:

"Thanks Anne it was fun wasn't it, lovely meeting you and it was lovely helping you to find your goose :-) Jacquie "

Ella Gilbody reviewed: Beginner sewing workshop

"Hollie was lovely! Her sewing room was wonderful and it was such an enjoyable way to spend a couple of hours. She reminded me what I loved about sewing in the first place! Thank you!! "

Tim Borodka reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"I spent a very enjoyable day with Simon and Louise. As a beginner I learnt a lot but still have more to learn. Planning to go back for further advice. Friendly people. Lovely lunch. I would highly recommend this course."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Tim, So glad you enjoyed the day and look forward to seeing you again soon. — Simon"

Matt reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Fantastic experience. Adrian and team made everyone feel welcome. Gave clear instruction, kept it fun stepping into support when ever asked. Also food was superb! Thank you Matt"

Dan Harris reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Had an amazing day in the workshop with Steve. His passion and knowledge makes the learning process engaging and he explains everything in such a clear and precise way. I’ve learnt a lot and am super happy with the blade I made. Now to start upgrading my own woodworking workshop to allow me to start making my own blades (just don’t tell the wife!!)."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Morning Dan I'm really pleased that you enjoyed your bladesmithing day with me so much. As I said to you on the day, once you've been bitten bladesmithing can be an all consuming passion. I look forward to seeing what sharp objects you start to create. Kind regards Steve "

Rachel Conway reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Thank you so much. Really enjoyable, so therapeutic. Step by step instructions throughout, relaxed atmosphere with offers of tea throughout the day. Didn't feel rushed, variety of lots of different yarns to choose from. The class wasn't over numbered either so each individual received the help and time they needed. We all went home with a beautiful individual piece of wall art. Thank you for a lovely day 🙂"

Sally reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"Had a wonderful day on the saddle bag workshop. Would definitely recommend this workshop - so much fun and learnt a lot and got to take a beautiful bag home that I made! Sarah showed us all step by step what to do and explained everything clearly and was always at hand to help out when we needed. Lunch was brilliant too! Me and my friend both had a wonderful day and we both have a beautiful leather bag to show for it! Thanks Sarah for such a fabulous course - we will definitely be back to do a different bag soon! x"

Steph Davis reviewed: Stained glass leading for beginners

"What a privilege to spend a day with Jamal in his studio. He was incredibly knowledgeable and we learned so much about the process of creating stained glass windows with examples of Jamal's own amazing work. His explanation and demonstration regarding leaded glass was detailed but paced so that we could easily follow and the pieces we created we were all extremely proud of. We had a fabulous day and would highly recommend this workshop to anyone who is interested in glass. Thank you Jamal! "

Stained Glassic responded:

"Dear Steph, Thanks a lot for your lovely review! Kindest Regards, Jamal Rafay"

Jayne Weatheritt reviewed: Line and Watercolour Wash with John Harrison in the Yorkshire Dales

"Great experience, came away with a new enthusiasm for watercolour, most enjoyable day, the cake was good too. "

Broadrake responded:

"Thank you Jayne, keep that pen and brush work going! I'm sure that John's demo's and work will continue to inspire you."

Janice. reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 pottery / ceramics workshop for 1 person

"I had this course gifted as a birthday present. I've never done pottery, and I had a fabulous time. Louise was amazing. She gave good instruction and was very encouraging. I would definitely book this course if you have considered giving pottery a go. A lovely lunch was included. Beautiful setting with gardens and a lovely old house."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review Janice. It was great meeting you and I'm pleased you enjoyed your pottery experience here at Blended Monkey :-). You took to all the different techniques really well and have created some beautiful pieces to be really proud of. "

Jodi Kristaps reviewed: Mosaic Workshop For Beginners In One Day

"I would highly recommend this course. I had not attempted a mosaic project before and now feel confident to go off and experiment myself. My goal is to mosaic a wall in my garden and I wasn’t sure if I was being a bit ambitious! But, thanks to Justine, I now have the confidence and skills and can’t wait to get started. I attended the course with a friend and it was a lovely relaxed learning environment, we are both really pleased with our finished works of art :) Thank you Justine "

Primary Colours Murals And Mosaics responded:

"Hi Jodi, thank you so much for your lovely review. I had a great time making and talking about all things to do with mosaics. It was so hot today but you soldered on and grouted all your work beautifully, Justine. "

Anne reviewed: Silver jewellery making workshop for 2 people

"I gave the course to a friend for a birthday gift and I went too!! It was well planned and a relaxing experience. We enjoyed making and designing our items (earrings and a bracelet). Very pleased with both items and hope they will give us pleasure in the future. Friend had slight issue with fitting of earrings which Julie put right on the day"

Jewellery By Julie responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review. I enjoyed meeting you both and was relieved that the designs worked out well, after a little tweaking. Hope to see you again."

Murray Robb reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience

"I had a very enjoyable four hour class with Sandy, learning various different techniques to make bottle opener and fire poker. Sandy was really good at explaining what was required at each stage. A great experience."

AthelstaneForge responded:

"Pleasure having you Murray! Hopefully see you again soon in the forge. Sandy"