Latest reviews

Lynne Warren reviewed: Crochet workshops in Leeds City Centre

"My daughter and I had a lovely time with Ann and having arrived as complete beginners we were very pleased with our work! Thank you and hope to see you again 😊"

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you Lynne for this review. You both worked hard to achieve the amount you crocheted. Kind regards Ann"

Hava Stone reviewed: Amazing encaustic art day course

"I was really pleased with the course. Phil is a good teacher and keeps the session lighthearted. I learnt many skills and especially enjoyed the practice I had with fluid wax art. Thank you"

Phil Madley responded:

"Thank you for the kind review much appreciated. We certainly did fit a lot in and you achieved a lot too... well done. Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers Phil"

Kitty Finn reviewed: Machine knitting bite-size, one to one tuition with Claire Newberry-ask me anything!

"Thank you so much! ……. was so helpful, could answer all my questions and we managed to fit loads in. I will definitely be coming back for more time with you"

Claire Newberry's Knitting School responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to teach you. Looking forward to helping you on your creative journey with more teaching sessions."

karen reviewed: Crystal Workshop for Children and Adults with Hand Crafted Jewellery by Jo

"My daughter and I attended the course and found it thoroughly enjoyable and informative ! It was practical , with lots of crystals to handle and Jo was knowledgeable. Coffee was great as was the company ! Looking forwards to our next course . Thanks a lot. "

Handcrafted Jewellery by Jo responded:

"Thank you! Looking forward to seeing u again soon x "

Marina Fensome reviewed: 3 Day Resin Worktop Course (Custom Worktops)

"Fantastic course, absolutely loved every moment. I would highly recommend attending any art sessions that Norman teaches on. Relaxed atmosphere with tons of resources to try. Norman shares so many techniques and ideas in resin. I did the course over two longer days. Picked up from the local hotel and dropped back. Beautiful food provided with endless coffee. Thank you so much and I feel I now have the confidence to resin my table in the near future. "

Reson-8 responded:

"Hi Marina, Thank you very much for your kind review, very much appreciated, and was a pleasure to work with you. Best of luck with your table and if you need any resin advice or have any further questions please contact me. Would also love to see a photo when your finished. Best Regards Norman"

Richard Blackburn reviewed: Group Soap-making Workshop - Soapology Studio - Nottinghamshire

"I did enjoy the soap making workshop at Soapology. The hands on experience was very useful in making the actual soap. I will be making some more soap at home having learned the technique of soap making on the course. I would certainly commend the course to others interested in soap making."

Linda Kirkpatrick reviewed: Creative metalwork and welding, scrap metal sculpture.

"Thank you Felix and Annie for a very enjoyable day, I found the introduction informative and helpful! So much material to choose from and new skills to learn! Having to use my brain all day left me exhausted but very satisfied with my project, although, it was weird and wonderful! A lady even commented on it at the station! Liz and I had such a time venturing into the world of scrap metal wonderland. Thank you again for a fabulous day!!!! "

WTF Workshops responded:

"Thanks so much for your kind review Liz!"

Sue reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"Fantastic experience!! Thanks Chris for your great teaching you made it look so easy!! Even with the odd wobbly we succeeded in producing a wonderful bauble!! Would definitely recommend this great experience. Saving up for the half day course. "

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you for your review Sue, lovely to meet. See you next time for a half day. Regards The team at chew valley handmade glass "

Laura reviewed: Silver Jewellery Making Experience for 2 people

"Lovely day, Tracey was very knowledgeable and we came away with two fantastic pieces of jewellery. The cosy set up was warm and welcoming - would thoroughly recommend for anyone! "

Nichola reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Bristol

"A fantastic workshop! Elspeth was a brilliant and inspirational tutor and I learned so much about this great craft. I can't wait to get rag rugging at home and it feels so good to be able to recycle old fabrics into such beautiful cushions, rugs and much more. Thank you so much for a lovely day!"

Ragged Life responded:

"Thank you Nichola for the lovely review. I'm glad you had a good time, you were a pleasure to teach :-) Elspeth"

Eduardo Rangel reviewed: Candle making workshops for beginners - St Albans, Hertfordshire

"This course was so much fun! Anne is very kind and explained all the steps thoroughly. You will definitely have a great experience. Highly recommended!"

Kate Berry reviewed: Ceramic garden sculpture workshop

"We had a brilliant time, Jill was so kind and helpful and ensured we were able to create sculptures far beyond what we thought we were capable of. "

David reviewed: Carve a spoon in a day

"A good and informative course. Mike is very knowledgeable about country crafts. Excellent setting with plenty of atmosphere. "

Jill Glover reviewed: Concrete Casting - 1 Day - One to One

"Absolutely brilliant. I loved this course. So much information to digest. Can’t wait to get started at home and will be able to cross it with many other craft techniques I do already. Thank you so much. "

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you so much Jill. So kind. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you. You did brilliantly and I cant wait to see what else you produce. So pleased how well the concrete casting will fit with what you already do and expand your options too. Thanks again. All the very best. Rach "

Jane reviewed: Weekend Beginners In-depth Workshops- Bobbin Lacemaking Workshops (Effingham, Surrey).

"Thanks Tina for a lovely weekend, you were very generous with your time and knowledge. Your comprehensive handout is invaluable now I am at home and trying to recall all that I achieved in just two sessions. You manage to pass on your enthusiasm for the craft and seeing some of your creations was inspiring .... I promise to practice . . . until I see you again"

Tina's Bobbin Lacemaking responded:

"Hi Jane. It was a pleasure to meet you, and to share my knowledge with you for this traditional craft. I am looking forward to seeing how you get on in a couple of weeks. Regards Tina"

Juliet Hicks reviewed: Ash splint basket workshop - 2 day

"The ash splint basket workshop was thoroughly enjoyable and a great learning experience. Michelle is a patient and encouraging teacher with a wealth of experience to share. It is hard work, cut your nails short - you will need all your fingertip strength, but the sense of achievement will be worth it. Lovely to eavesdrop and see a different craft being taught by Jack beside us. Might have to try the spoon carving course next."

Fazey Woodcraft responded:

"Thanks Juliet!"

Laura Guzman reviewed: Day Long Silversmithing Experience in Newcastle

"My son took the course with Emine, and he loved it! He enjoyed making the ring in the first part of the class. The second part of the class it was basically a one to one session and he had a good time, he learned a lot and worked at his own pace. "

Silverkupe Jewellery responded:

"Dear Laura Many thanks for your lovely review. Cesar worked very hard and did some fantastic pieces. he is welcomed any time. Best Wishes Emine "

Claire Weaver reviewed: Woodturning for beginners

"I bought this as a 50th birthday present for my partner and we had an awesome day. Stuart was fantastic at showing us lots of techniques and nothing was too much. We left with 2 gorgeous pieces and great memories. Thanks Stuart."

The Scottish Woodturner responded:

"Glad you both enjoyed it. S."

Penny Smith reviewed: Drawing Seasonal Flowers and Wildlife

"Thoroughly enjoyed the course. Amy is a fab teacher, full of enthusiasm and willing to share all her knowledge."

The Dart Centre responded:

"Thank you so much Penny, we are so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time on the course. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!"

H Martin reviewed: Welding For Beginners

"This was a gift purchased by my family. I have wanted to give Welding a go for a while, and make some repairs around the place. Youtube is great for learning but you also need that someone with the knoweldge to get you started and this course provided that. I am keen to get out and practice more and come back to do some other courses they offer also. A safe learning enviroment. Staff were friendly. Easy access via main roads. "

Adam reviewed: Stained glass one day course for beginners: one-to-one

"Truly, had a most enjoyable day. Nothing better than learning a traditional craft... and by working with a wonderful and (patient) teacher as Emma. How often do you get to take away a new skill that you can carry on with at home...? So leave your life controlling mobile and facebook account at home and go learn something interesting and real. "

Deborah Gallon reviewed: Paper Marbling Class Full Day at Portsmouth Museum

"I loved my full day workshop with James. I got to try lots of different techniques and made about 15 pieces. James was very generous with his knowledge and answered all my questions patiently. It was terrific value."

James Mouland Ebru Studio responded:

"I’m so pleased you enjoyed your time with me Deb, I love sharing my passion for marbling and you certainly embraced the experience and produced some excellent pieces!"

Karen reviewed: Mosaics for Beginners - West Sussex

"Had a great time! Learnt a new skill and created a lovely piece which is being grouted by Wendy - can’t wait to get it back!"

Cath B reviewed: Cleft Oak Stools in the Yorkshire Dales with Phil Bradley

"I thoroughly enjoyed the Cleft Oak Stool workshop with Phil. He is a great teacher - I came away feeling I had gained a good understanding about the tools and wood we used, and I'm delighted with my stool. We stayed overnight in the bunk barn and I'm so glad we did. The setting is beautiful and Rachel and Mike were wonderful hosts. I'll be looking out for more courses to do at Broadrake (probably to make another stool or a basket)because I'd love to return. Book onto a course - you won't regret it!"

Broadrake responded:

"Thanks Cath, so glad you enjoyed the workshop and your stay! Come back and see Broadrake when the flowers are out, and of course try another workshop too!!"

Connie DeWitt reviewed: Make a Welsh stick chair

"This course was amazing. Ben has a natural gift for explaining things in a way that is appropriate for novices while still offering new insights to those more experienced - with fun and humor the whole way. Ben’s teaching style, the support and camaraderie of my classmates, and the gorgeous natural setting made for an unforgettable experience. It was absolutely worth the effort and expense to travel from California, and I can’t wait to get started on building my next chair!"