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Marta reviewed: Macrame - Chunky Rope Necklaces

"I recently did a macrame necklace workshop with Wendy in The Little Craftery and it was fabulous! Clear instructions on how to make your very own modern necklace, and lots of materials types and colours to choose from. I not only had a great time but I came out with a skill I can use it to make fantastic gifts for my friends and family."

Jude reviewed: Beginning spinning

"My second course with Cath and, again, I thought her teaching was excellent. The day was well organised and we had plenty of opportunity to practise spinning as well as learning more about setting up the wheels etc. We also had the opportunity to try the different wheels that Cath has in her workroom (very useful if you are considering buying a wheel). I would certainly recommend this course."

Beechwood Crafts responded:

"Thank you Jude, It has been a pleasure to help you on your spinning journey. best wishes Cath "

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

"Jules was an absolute delight! My children gave me a two day course for my birthday. I made a sea glass pendant as well as a cuff with sea glass, I was amazed at how well they both turned out. Jules talked us through every stage of the process, she was kind, patient and helpful. The workshop was well kitted out and Jules a lovely host. I couldn't recommend her highly enough. If you're a sea glass addict like me it was the perfect way to spend a weekend. Thank you x"

Helen Pursey reviewed: Beginners Mosaics Workshops near Exeter, Devon

"Hi. Attended the beginners course last Tuesday 24/01/23. I had been bought the course by my children for my birthday. Fantastic gift. Group of 4. Very friendly. Denny was very helpful and gave clear and great instruction. I am very happy with my pieces made which make me smile as I look at them. Yet to hang the main one. Have already suggested that they may like to buy me some tools...Hope to visit again. Great fun. Helen PS lovely cake and coffee too. xx."

MosaicXandMe responded:

"Thanks for your lovely review, Helen. Much appreciated. And glad your mosaics are making you smile! Hope to see you at another workshop .. and hope the ‘hints’ for tools are successful. Sounds like you’ve got hooked! Thanks again. Denny"

Tony Quinn reviewed: Foot stool making day

"I have just completed the foot stool making day. The whole experience was very enjoyable and you actually get to make something that you can be proud of and take home. If you are are interested in woodworking this is a great way to learn how to use hand held and machine tools to make something from a design and templates out of solid oak. The tutor Ted is very friendly, helpful and patient as you work through each stage of the work in progress towards completion. I can highly recommend Ted and this day course on woodworking."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Tony I really appreciate your kind words and our chat on art. Hope the stool comes in handy and looks forward to seeing you on another course my friend. If you get chance go see the paintings in the Lady Lever Museum. Kind regards Ted "

Robin reviewed: Chocolate Discovery Day - Workshop 1 - A Beginners Guide

"First rate course! Great facilities, great lunch and a great instructor! Margaret led us gently through the basics and allowed us to learn at a good pace. I can’t recommend this course highly enough."

Confetti Chocolates responded:

"Thank you Robin for your kind words. It was a pleasure to host you for the day."

Moya Fitzpatrick reviewed: Dressmaking with Kirstie Combe at The Viking Loom Ltd York

"Back again! This time to make a toile. I am making a jacket which I have put off for years after having some doubts about my abilities. Here was the opportunity to really learn a few new things. However, a great deal of time and patience was required of the tutor. I certainly got that in spades. Anyway, I've been guided along and now feel yes, I think this is actually going to work out. I will definitely be back if only to get help with the pockets!"

The Viking Loom Ltd responded:

"hi Moya . delighted you are feeling positive now about your project . it is certainly shaping up well . i have ordered a paper shade card for the maraflex gutermann threads so will ring when here . i have found some 25mm pink plastic toggles to order if you are stuck . best regards romy ."

Polly reviewed: Creative metalwork and welding, scrap metal sculpture.

"Such a great day!! Expert knowledge and super friendly accessible tuition throughout. I can't recommend WTF enough. They give you just enough guidance and just enough freedom to create something to be proud of and to truly call your own creation. Book now, you won't regret it! "

Carol reviewed: Skills - Ultimate power tools

"I bought the powertools course as a present for my husband who is a keen amateur woodworker. He thoroughly enjoyed the day and spoke very highly of the tutor. He said he came away with good ideas and a greater understanding of the tools he owns. Based on his reaction, I would highly recommend this course."

Ellis reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience in Grassington (3 hours)

"Great course! Richard was super helpful and friendly, he explained each step of the process well and helped showed you how to correct any mistakes and I got to leave with a handmade knife at the end of the day! "

Tony T reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"An absolutely great day. Graham, David and Decklan guided us through the processes. Firstly describing the process, demonstrating each step then keeping a watchful eye as we were let loose on the tools. The day was well paced and at no point were you put under any pressure. Lunch was supplied as was a good supply of friendly banter. At the end off the day you get to come away with a knife you have made. A truly fantastic day, if you have any aspirations of hitting a hot thing with a large cold thing on a big chunk of metal then this is for you. Treat yourself or better still get some one to buy it for you!!"

Clarke Knives responded:

"We're all glad you enjoyed yourself so much. We hope to see you again sometime ☺☺☺"

Lisa reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"It was a very warm welcome from Dave on a cold day. Great course , we had the opportunity to use different equipment and see the full process of making a resin art piece. Loved the whole experience and would highly recommend "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Really glad you enjoyed the class Lisa, many thanks indeed for your very kind review. It was a pleasure to meet you and have you in the workshop, I thought you did a fantastic job with your design and I'm looking forward to seeing it out of the mould. Kindest regards Dave"

Donna Homan russell reviewed: Mosaic garden plaque workshop am or pm

"Really enjoyed the course good afternoon out. Thanks Chrissy"

Chrissy Webster Mosaic & Craft responded:

"I'm so glad you enjoyed it, thanks for coming along!"

Jack reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Very friendly, relaxed environment. Lots of freedom with your design which Judith talks through with you. Would definitely recommend :)"

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Thank you Jack, it was great to spend the day with you both. Your bird prints were very successful, enjoy your future printing!"

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

"Fantastic day! Brilliant teacher, great space and a really wonderful time. I am so pleased with my hare and had such a fun time making him and learning so much from Jo. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sara - I just loved you went for the copper finish 🤗. I hope the blue patination is developing nicely. Looking forward to seeing you back in the studio, Jo x"

Alison B reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

" Being Forged in Fire fans, I was disappointed that though many reviews said they created knives etc on the 1 day basic course, Gary said that was not possible. However, Gary was kind and reassuring in our emails regarding my daughters special needs and I was able to assure her the tutor was also on the spectrum so would understand and help her through the course. Sadly, on the day he called in to his assistant to say he was too tired to attend and so left us unexpectedly with his assistant Joss. Joss was very patient and we had a lovely day and my daughter created a fabulous letter opener but it was upsetting that we had to explain the issues again and we also had some language barrier issues but as I say Joss was very patient and a great teacher, especially given that he had not expected to be teaching the course that day. He was kind enough to let us parents stay to watch all day and we really appreciated that opportunity. The forge was very cold and facilities extremely basic but overall it was a fascinating day and great experience and my daughter created an amazing piece thanks to his patient instruction. "

Becky reviewed: Pottery throwing in Huddersfield

"Had a great time making pottery throwing on Sunday. Friendly, patient and clear teaching, and lovely opportunity to get hands on and make something from scratch. "

Earth Pig Pottery responded:

"Glad you got stuck in and enjoyed the creative process. Thank you for your kind review."

Judith reviewed: Adventures in book binding with Ali Reeve

"An intense information packed day showing different techniques for this craft, taught well by the obviously experienced Ali who is thorough and patient. Done at a manageable pace despite the intensity ,resulting in the take home finished books which as Ali explains are reminders and references for use at home to have another go. A very enjoyable day at a very reasonable cost. Thankyou very much. "

Stamps Away responded:

"Thank you, it was wonderful to see you and I hope this is the start of a fabulous book binding journey and we hope to see you again soon."

Julia Hadley reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"A wonderful day with excellent teachers Couldn't recommend it highly enough Was so pleased with my Hare Thank you Jo 👏👏👏"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Julia! It was lovely having you and your daughter here, both making the medium sized hares which turned out beautifully! Looking forward to seeing you back in the studio again 🙌 Jo x"

Alice reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Excellent course. We thoroughly enjoyed our day and are inspired to carry on lino printing. Judith was really welcoming and friendly. She was a great tutor and gave us space to be creative so we all came away with something unique. Thank you for a great day!"

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Thank you Alice, it was lovely to meet you both and to help you make such successful prints. Happy future printing!"

Sam reviewed: Blacksmithing Course (one to one) in a traditional forge on Dartmoor

"I did this course a few days ago, and it was everything I hoped it would be! From learning how to build up and maintain the fire, correct management of the temperature so as to not melt the Steel (which I may have done), and forging my own hook to take home alongside some other pieces, this was a brilliant day. I learned a lot from Greg and it has really solidified my desire to start blacksmithing as a hobby. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in the traditional way of blacksmithing, and anyone wanting a really good day out. I had no previous experience at all before going, but Greg has a no-pressure approach to his teaching, and can help you have a great time."

Becky reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing & glass fusing 1-day course

"Booked a full day course for my 30th birthday and had an absolutely fabulous time. We didn't have any previous experience (apart from making a pot when I was in primary school) and Chris and Sarah were both great teachers. We picked everything up a couple of weeks ago and are very happy with how it all turned out."

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"It was great to meet you and help you make your masterpieces - so pleased you like the finished pieces! Thanks very much"

Joe osborne reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"Got this as a Christmas present and was an all round fantastic experience! David was brilliant at taking us (one other person on my course) through every step of turning a piece of sheet steel and a block of wood into a fully functioning high carbon kitchen knife I am proud to display and use. Gave us options on blade shape and wood material to make your knife one of a kind, highly recommend the experience. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Very much appreciate your kind review Joe, many thanks indeed. It was a pleasure to meet you and have you in the workshop, really pleased you enjoyed the day and you are happy with your knife. You did a cracking job, very well done"

Chris McLoughlin reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Fantastic experience - warm, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Amazing after 2 days to come away with my own Green Man."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Thank you foryour review. I'm glad you enjoyed the weekend. "

Tess reviewed: Silver jewellery course for beginners in Exeter

"Anna was incredible! Such a great course to take and experience, made even better by the lovely Anna! I’ll be recommending to all my friends! "

Silver Jewellery Art responded:

"Oh Tess, how nice it was to work with such a talented student like you. Thank you very much for the great review."