Latest reviews

Jackie reviewed: Needle-felting: 3D Spring Chickens

"This course was such a lot of fun. We found the setting very inspiring, surrounded by all sorts of beautiful things. The teacher, Anne was perfect, calm and helpful, let us create what we wanted….or indeed tried to do. A joy"

EJaRt Creative responded:

"We are so pleased that you enjoyed your needle-felting workshop with Annie. We love to see what wonderful things people create. Thank you for taking the time to leave us your thoughts and we hope to see you again at EJaRt Creative in the future."

Pearl reviewed: Colour Design Texture

"Great day had, well looked after, lovely stock and helpful staff. Enjoyable workshop at a good price"

Aztec Kreative Studio responded:

"Thank you Pearl for your review pleased to hear that you had a nice time at the Colour design Texture workshop. Hope to see you again on another workshop we have listed or perhaps there is something specific you would like to have a go at always happy to help. Karen Aztec Edenbridge"

Helen reviewed: Crafter's Retreat - Solihull

"The workshops were excellent and the tutors were amazingly patient and encouraging. However, I found my eyesight not to be good enough for close work, such as for the chain mail bracelet and for part of the beadwork. I really needed a magnifying lens and, perhaps a daylight lamp might have helped too. I never quite grasped the chain mail 'rabbit ears'. I don't know if there could be a demo with extra large rings. I had difficulty handling the tools for this project....The rings kept shooting off in all directions. Never mind- it was all good fun. I really liked the mosaic work as it was entirely up to us how we completed this."

Jolly Super Things responded:

"Thanks so much for the feedback Helen! We're just planning the next retreat for Spring 2024 in the Cotswolds. Hope to meet you again soon. Kind regards, Jennie"

Kathryn reviewed: Glass fusing private class - fun taster class for beginners

"We (3 of us) did the glass fusing taster session on a rainy horrible day, it was warm and cosy in Sarah’s workshop. We had great fun with lots of different materials to create our pieces with. Sarah was very knowledgeable and helpful when we didn’t quite know what we were doing. We had a great time and would recommend this session to anyone. "

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"A great way to spend a rainy morning! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review."

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

" What a wonderful day and fabulous host! Paul was extremely informative, attentive and helpful and made the day really interesting, as well as fun, for all 4 of his enthusiastic, novice students for the day. We all felt, under Paul's expert tuition, that we had achieved something rather special. So, thank you Paul - it was well worth that 2 hour journey to reach you."

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"…… and thank you Janet for travelling all this way to do the class! Thank you also for your kind review, I really enjoyed your company and we all had a good giggle :) I have fired your projects and they have turned out perfectly- I will send them on to you early next week. Thank you again, Best wishes Paul"

Sanghamitra Chaudhuri reviewed: Flamework (Lampwork) - Making glass beads for beginners

"I did the Flamework beginners course. Enjoyed the experience thoroughly with Toni. Toni is an excellent teacher. She is very patient and guided me throughout the process of making the beads. She showed me different techniques that can be used to make the glass beads. She has given me details of books and materials required to make beads. I would highly recommend anyone who is interested to join this course. Enjoyed the day and I will be going back to do more. Thanks once again Toni. "

Natalie Olson reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"A lovely fun day and I took home a sun catcher I’m proud to hang in the window. "

Nathalie and Stuart Taylor. reviewed: Private or private group silver jewellery making / silversmithing workshop half-day at Silver Designed Personally

"We had a fantastic morning silversmithing with Sara ! So nice to be guided by an understanding and wonderful teacher. Simply can't recommend learning with Sara enough. Very much look forward to attending again soon. Nathalie and Stuart."

Silver Designed Personally responded:

"Thank you so much - It was such fun to work with you all, and loved all your gorgeous jewellery .... I hope you had a fantastic lunch as well. Look forward to seeing you again and really appreciate you taking the time to write me a review. Sara"

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

"Incredible course with an awesome teacher - patient, knowledgeable and creative. Absolutely fantastic experience for all levels, loved it. "

Liz LR reviewed: Bronze clay duo 'Hare' & 'Sleeping Cat' sculpting kit

"I purchased the two Sleeping Cat sculpting kits for a collegues leaving present. It came very well packaged and the kit looked to have everything needed. Jo was really lovely and accomodating!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Liz - really happy to change kit contents to suit and glad the parcel reached you in time for your colleagues leaving presentation. Jo x"

Jon Seed reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"A superb day from start to finish. Adrian, Andy and Debbie were all very welcoming and I can not recommend doing this course enough! I will be going back and hopefully taking friends with me. The instruction had the right amount of demonstration and supervision whilst also just letting you crack on and hit things with a hammer. The food was delicious and over all this course is exceptional value for money. "

Anne reviewed: Beginners/improvers glass fusing workshops in Hemingford Grey, Cambridgeshire

"My daughter in law and I attended Carole Pollock's glass fusion course last weekend, which we both thoroughly enjoyed. Carole was very knowledgeable and so helpful and friendly, putting us all at our ease. There were five of us on the course, all first timers, yet we all managed to complete 2 or 3 separate pieces each. I am already hoping to have another go at this fun craft with Carole."

Gore Tree Studio responded:

"Thank you Anne, so glad you both enjoyed the day :)"

BILL reviewed: Woodturning for beginners

"I arrived at the course as an apprehensive Senior Citizen hoping to learn a new hobby in woodturning and was Not disappointed Due to the Professionalism of Stuart the tutor I left at the end of the 1st day Elated with basic skills which enabled me to turn a small piece of an oak tree, giving it a new life as a lovely polished bowl Stuart gives you 1 to 1 tuition in a relaxing experience at your pace and enables You to do what You want to do within his planned programme. The tuition is all about You and Stuart moves your development skills forward at each stage I highly recommend that you join the course if you have any interest in Woodturning as I am already looking forward to the next day of my course as for my Hobby It Is On Way"

The Scottish Woodturner responded:

"Thanks Bill. Glad you got so much out of day one!"

Sally M reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I would highly recommend this to anyone who either wants to look at making jewellery for the first time, or someone who wants to improve their existing skills or learn a new jewellery skill. Lucy is able to tailor the course to you, which in my view is invaluable. She is very good at listening and suggesting new ideas or ways to do something, whilst drawing on a huge amount of experience. She is very patient and encouraging and has really helped my confidence. Photos of my work and reference materials have been spot-on, and the workshop is a lovely environment in which to spend the day. Already planning my next visit!"

Exclusive Jewellery responded:

"Thank you Sally. You have lots of potential and did really well on your day here. Best wishes Lucy"

Gail reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Richard is a great tutor. Explains everything in a clear and concise manner, easy to understand way. I enjoyed this ‘Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop’ and look forward to attending ‘Part 2 - Resin Finishing’ workshop."

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

"What a fantastic day I had yesterday with Paul, my friend Deb and the two girls from Cambs. The course was so informative and interesting and Paul was a very patient, kind and easy going tutor with a good sense of humour. And of course we all produced a lovely piece of fused glass at the end of the day. I would definitely recommend this course and am sure I will do another one with Paul at some point in the future. The soup was pretty good as well! Thanks Paul. "

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Hello Gill, many thanks to you and Deb for coming on the class and your kind review. I have fired your pieces and they have turned out splendidly! See you soon Paul :•)"

Katy Swift reviewed: Pottery throwing sessions on the potter's wheel in Norfolk

"The class was a gift from my partner and it was my first time trying throwing pots on a wheel as a complete novice I was put at ease and had very helpful guidance and teaching from Pat one on one. It was good leaning more about pottery and clay in general and the time flew by! I wished it was longer but I am now signed up to do a Adult Ed Introduction to Potter my course I enjoyed it that much! That says it all really. Thank you Pat. "

Pat Southwood responded:

"So pleased you had a good time and that I have inspired you to take it further, good luck!"

Claire reviewed: Upholstered footstool course

"Fantastic fun course with a great instructor. Have a great footstool to boot! I have never done anything like this before but that didn't matter as we were taken through everything step by step. I would totally recommend this course or any run by the Great British Woodshop."

Great British Woodshop responded:

"Thanks Claire, so glad you enjoyed the class, look forward to seeing you again. Best wishes David "

Tim Naik reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Fantastic day from start to finish.. You get properly involved in the whole process and expertly guided through the journey from. A lump of rough Steel and a block of wood to a honed and hardened knife with sculpted handle. Jon is great and makes the whole day a pleasure. "

Sunny reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"Excellent, well thought out course and Amanda Jane is a great teacher who explains things patiently and well. With this 1-2-1 course I was able to learn and practice hands on all the steps to make a small quilt : cutting, sewing a few different patch styles, and then joining the patches, creating the layers, basting, quilting, adding borders and binding. I came away with a finished miniature quilt, and the skills needed to make a full size quilt. The individual tuition helped me learn all this in 1 day so was really time efficient and I think good value vs a 2-3 day beginner course to cover the same skills in a group. I would definitely recommend this course and Amanda Jane as a teacher. "

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thanks so much for your review. It was a pleasure to teach you and to see you make so much progress over the course of the day. Amanda"

Peter reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Excellent day in a lovely environment. Judith delivers the perfect level of information and instruction to ease you into the day that still allows you the ability to do your own thing. Would definitely recommend"

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Thank you, it was a pleasure to spend the day with you and Helen, and I hope you both continue your lino print journey!"

Sarah Entwistle reviewed: Upholstery for Beginners Workshop - in Cheadle

"Fabulous day spent learning from Jo - such an accessible, informative and friendly workshop. I thoroughly enjoyed learning new upholstery skills and would highly recommend to anyone who wants to understand more about upholstery techniques in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. "

The Boho Shed responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Sarah. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the day. Me too! :-)"

TeeM reviewed: Durham soap making workshop

"This was a brilliant workshop. Very warm and friendly host who delivered the workshop in a relaxed manner. The instructions were clear and questions answered very well. I found learning a new skill therapeutic and I was free to be creative. Amazing afternoon tea whilst waiting for the soap to set. Amazing views on the drive we’re a bonus. I’d attend another workshop with Claire. Thank you."

Creative Path Crafts responded:

"Hi Thembi, So glad you had a positive experience! It was an absolute pleasure having you so really pleased you enjoyed it :) Your soaps were beautiful and your scent combinations were gorgeous, I could smell it through the house all day. Thank you so much for coming! Claire "

Joanna Haselgrove reviewed: An introduction to decoupage

"Really enjoyed the afternoon, very relaxed, informal and instructive"

The Summer Lane Collection responded:

"Thank you so much for your comments Joanna, one of my aims is to allow people to be creative and not feel intimidated, I love the relaxed atmosphere. Wishing you a Happy Easter and looking forward to seeing you next week. Laura "

Susan reviewed: An Introduction to Sea Glass and Wire Wrapping

"Really enjoyable morning with Rebecca. She is very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about sea glass and shared this with the class. All tools and glass was provided, and useful demonstration and explanation of how to wrap wire and achieve a finished item. Quite satisfying!"