Latest reviews

Amy N reviewed: Kiln fired enamelling on copper taster (morning)

"I have now done both the half and full day enamelling course and both were excellent. Gen is a friendly and approachable tutor, and very supportive, offering you as much or as little help as you need. The courses are very relaxed, and there are lots of options for things to make and different techniques to try. I would definitely recommend these courses to anyone interested in giving enamelling a try!"

Wicked Gen Crafts responded:

"I had a great day with you yesterday and loved the pieces that you made. Thank you for the lovely review and I look forward to seeing you bring your new ideas to life on the next workshop."

L reviewed: Beginners candle making workshop

"Thoroughly enjoyed this class. Renee creates a great environment which put everyone at ease and makes for a very enjoyable session. I would certainly recommend this class! "

Dai-KOR responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at Dai-KOR. We take great pride in knowing our customers enjoy our workshops."

Ash reviewed: One day introduction to resin art

"Having semi retired recently, I was looking for new and interesting things to do and Eunices's course met with all of this! It was informative and fun and Eunice was there to help every step of the way. I am now looking forward to my own creations. Thank you Eunice !"

Eunice J. Friend responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Ash, I hope you go on to create many more wonderful artworks with resin"

Jane Tiller reviewed: Pearl / Gemstone Knotting (Jewellery Making) - One Day Workshop - In Person, In London

"This was a really lovely craft to learn. Tuition was first-rate and learning aids are provided. Penny is a great tutor....gives clear instructions and demonstrations. She is patient and helpful and helps you sort your mess out with ease.....and sometimes you do make a mess with knots and bird nest thread tangles. All in all a thoroughly excellent class. So nice to come away with 2 bracelets you've made yourself and the knowledge and skills you can try to use for yourself. I'd recommend having a go, it's great."

Penny Akester Jewellery responded:

"Hi Jane, thank you for the review! I'm glad you enjoyed the day - have fun practicing your knotting..."

Maureen Edwards reviewed: Seascapes - One day free motion machine embroidery workshop

"My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed this course. Alison was extremely helpful in guiding us. We all had lovely finished pictures and would definitely do another course with Alison. "

Andrea George reviewed: Beginners 1 Day Traditional Stained Glass Course

"We had the most wonderful day making our stained glass panels with Gill. She’s a fantastic teacher and we’re so proud of our finished products! Already planning a return visit. "

Gill Rogers responded:

"Thank you so much Andrea for your wonderful review, it was so lovely to meet you and Sam and I had such a fun day too! Hope you enjoy displaying your beautiful stained glass panels, they looked absolutely stunning! All my very best wishes to you both and hope to you see you sometime again in the near future, Gill x "

Liz & Toby reviewed: Epoxy Resin Art Masterclass: Seascapes

"Brilliant course. Excellent tuition. My son and I loved it"

Mark Pym reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners course - 1 to 1

"Great day lots of info from a great instructor. Highly recommended this course. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Glad you had a lovely day Mark thank you so much for taking the time to write a review I will let Iain know kind regards Rachel"

Sam Kain reviewed: Leather Traveller's Bag

"Had an amazing time and learnt so much. I absolutely love my new bag and can't believe I made it myself. Thanks for a great day Catherine, Jupiter and Betsy 😁"

Maria McPherson reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"Thoroughly enjoyed the course! Great teaching style, friendly welcoming atmosphere, beautiful studio and a small number of course goers to make the day personal yet collaborative. I would highly recommend this course for both beginners and people with some experience of gelli plate printing!"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Maria, Lovely to meet and work with you today and thank you for telling me about your time at The Slipper Studio. Your previous experience of using a gel plate helped you to create some beautiful pieces, with a strong use of colour, pattern and marks. I think you’ll enjoy creating gel plate prints on fabric, with lots of potential for hand stitching and experimentation. Happy printing. Best wishes Liz Wellby "

D reviewed: Natural Fibres and Ropemaking Workshop - (Inside)

"A great session. Interesting and very relaxing. Excellent knowledge and tuition from Wil."

forage and fibres responded:

"Thank you. I really enjoyed the session."

Steve Creed reviewed: Get to know your sewing machine - North Devon

"Alex is absolutely lovely and obviously knows her onions. Taught me, a complete novice, how to use his machine with humour and expertise. The dogs loved her too which is saying something for our unsociables! I'm on way to making curtains! Thank you!"

Alex O'Hara's Quilts responded:

"It was lovely to meet you all... have fun sewing. Alex.x"

paul kearney reviewed: Woodturning for beginners

"A very big thank you to Stuart for two wonderful days spent in his workshop. Once we discussed what I wanted to get out of the course ,Stuart then tailored the course to my needs and experience. Workshop health and safety , choice of wood and explanation of how the grain influences project style and form. We set a rough piece and of wood and took it to the end product by end of day 1, by end of day 2 I had another two lovely pieces turned and finished. Cant wait to start putting all these new skills into practice in my own workshop. A great tutor and would highly recommend his course. Thanks!"

The Scottish Woodturner responded:

"We had a pretty full on two days so I'm glad you have emerged with your enthusiasm intact and eager to get going. Look forward to seeing you again. Thanks."

Sue J reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"I enjoyed yesterday’s well thought through and organised workshop very much. All went so smoothly! Everyone achieved an amazing outcome - very good for our well being and self esteem. Jo, you are an amazing facilitator with a welcoming, happy smile. Great facilities including amazing snacks and constant supply of tea and coffee. Thank you very very much. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sue - My absolute pleasure! I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and loved your amazing leaping hare! I've very lucky to have such a lovely studio in our rural setting. Jo xx"

Susanne Hamlett reviewed: Pottery throwing sessions on the potter's wheel in Norfolk

"Thanks Pat for a great experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our first ever pottery session. We had a lot of fun. Your knowledge and easy manner was the key to our ability to relax and learn. Thank you so much. "

Pat Southwood responded:

"Thank you for your kind words, I am so pleased that you enjoyed yourselves and I look forward to returning your pots to you all glazed and looking lovely. Pat. "

Hannah Abend reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Excellent teaching, Richard is excellent and explaining things to beginners. What a wonderful craft! "

Fiona Kear reviewed: Glass Garden Star - Fused Glass Morning, Taster Workshop

"My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our workshop. It was relaxed and informative. The tutor, Sarah was lovely. We would recommend it and may return for another session in the future."

Cotswold Courses responded:

"Thank you very much Fiona! It was a pleasure to meet you both and hope you went on to have more fun in town! Sarah ☆ "

Hilary Webb reviewed: Gone to Seed - feltmaking fun!

"I went with a couple of friends and we had a good time, it was fascinating to see the whole process from start to finish, we really enjoyed it. "

flights-of-fantasy responded:

"You were a very cheerful group Hilary. Lovely to spend time with you all "

Penny Howard reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"What an excellent day I had yesterday on the one day hare course. Came away with something I felt proud of and want to display out in the open and not at the back of a cupboard. Jo is a very patient and talented teacher. Would definitely recommend this course to anyone one"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Penny! Your moongazing hare was gorgeous and very much deserves prime display position. So pleased you enjoyed the day. Jo xx"

Ian reviewed: Half Day Intensive Glass Blowing Course

"By a wide margin this is the best value for money you will ever get out of a craft taster session. I've got two gorgeous pieces of glass work. The tutors are first rate letting the students go fully hands on with molten glass whilst keeping a guiding hand ready to stop mistakes. Well worth the price and I'm keen to do it again "

Blowfish glass responded:

"Dear Ian, thank you so much for your sparkling review. I really look forward to teaching the glassmaking courses one weekend a month and meeting so many great people like yourself. I’m so pleased you enjoyed your experience at Blowfish Glass! Until next time 🔥🔥 "

Lesley reviewed: Felt Pod Vessels

"Absolutely loved the course ….. this was my third course with Emma so I guess my return speaks for itself. Really relaxed session which enabled new skills but was also a break from the world! Emma’s workshop is a little island of pure fibre related fun!"

Emma Jackson (Silversoles - Felted Textiles) responded:

"Great to hear you enjoyed your time with us making your Felt Pod Vessel & found it such a relaxing experience. Hope to see you again soon!"

Heather reviewed: Platter & Plates Workshop with Bryony Applegate

"I absolutely loved this class and will definitely do another! Perfect day!"

Michael Halloran reviewed: Come Frame With Me - Making your own Picture Frame

"I had a very enjoyable day at Studio 93 making my first picture frame. Working side-by-side with Ady as he made his own frame, and thanks to his careful instruction and demonstrations, I was able to make a frame that looks and feels very professional. I've come away confident that I can now make more frames on my own, once I've got some of the specialist tools needed. The day was very relaxed and well-paced with time to discuss many aspects of picture framing beyond the immediate task. The studio was very well set up and it was very helpful to be able to look at and discuss examples of Ady's own exemplary work during the day.  Thoroughly recommended. "

Studio 93 Framing responded:

"Thank you Michael, it was a pleasure to have you over for the day. All the very best for your future framing and do let me know when you are up and running! "

Ben Hansen reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"I was bought the Blacksmithing experience as a Christmas gift. Nigel was very knowledgeable and made it a lot of fun to learn from him. The experience day was filled with a great deal of different techniques that we were able to put into practice and we were able to keep the pieces we had crafted to take home. The site itself was full of things to see and Nigel was happy to show us around the site and show us a huge variety of the things that he had made. Would definitely recommend and hope to go again."

Fransham Forge responded:

"Thanks for your review Ben -we are glad you enjoyed your day at the Forge."

Mark Mawer reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"Not only is Steve an exceptional blade smith, I found him quite inspirational. Not only does he make the day very enjoyable and achievable, you come away with an amazing quality bespoke knife. Highly recommend for anyone who likes cooking, country crafts or country sports A big thank you to Steve for the last two days Mark M"

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Mark Thank you very much for your kind review. It was a pleasure to host you in the shop and I'm really pleased that you enjoyed your two days so much. The Santoku that you made is rather special and the Bocote wood handle really does set it off. Kind regards Steve"