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Denise reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

" I have done one of these workshops before with Clare, but I always manage to learn and pick up new ideas and I thoroughly enjoy myself. Clare always starts with a brief explanation of the equipment we use, and suggestions on how to get started. With Clare's excellent eye for colour and design, she is more than willing to help if you're struggling at any point. I always manage to find something new to try, and leave with some satisfying prints. If you're looking for a morning of enjoyable crafting, I highly recommend you trying Geli plate printing, it's amazing what you can achieve and it's very addictive! Thank you Clare, keep up with the good work, looking forward to booking my next workshop with you. 😍"

Clare Cosens Designs responded:

"I’m really glad you enjoyed the workshop, it’s great to hear that you still picked up new ideas and techniques even though you have attended the workshop before. I loved your geometric prints - Well done!"

Jack Dimmock reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"The course was extremely good, our teacher was excellent, he showed us everything we needed to know for private crafts and I feel very confident to grow my skills and practice. Some of the provided materials weren't appealing, I was lucky a participant was absent and I swapped their wooden river materials for mine. Then whilst there were provided colour examples, there was no way to determine what material would create what colour. It should be said, if I was more confident I'd be more satisfied."

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

"Excellent day, great advice and tuition and good fun. Will book again"

The Viking Loom Ltd responded:

"Oh thanks Trish . so helpful to us. delighted you found the day helpful and look forward to seeing you on 30th . best regards romy ."

Denise Hart reviewed: Winter Fused Glass Snowflake Workshop

"Friendly atmosphere, excellent instruction, lovely to try a new craft ."

Dave reviewed: Crochet workshops in Leeds City Centre

"Had a relaxed afternoon with Ann learning Crochet. This was a birthday gift for a friend, they were really pleased as they had tried and failed to learn crochet off YouTube a number of times. They left having mastered the basics ready to start making. Ann was very patient with me as I am not the most nimble, but even I produced some crochet by the end of the course. This feels an ideal way to learn or improve a skill, in a relaxed and calm atmosphere. "

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you, Dave, for these kind words. I am glad your friend enjoyed the session - they did very well and I hope their success continues. I was pleased with the efforts you made - as you say, not the most nimble, but you persevered. Kind regards Ann"

Donna reviewed: Scheduled Jewellery Taster Class

"I completed the taster course, it was fun, interesting and very informative. I absolutely love the ring I made and the tutor was amazing."

Alison Flanders Studio responded:

"Oooh…. Thank you so much for your lovely review. So happy you love your new ring…. "

Alex reviewed: Interior Design Course - five weeks

"Fantastic course, very happy! I have designed my bedroom in my new home during the course with the help of Aleksandra. It was amazing to have her advice for when I needed that extra confidence. We covered floor planing, colour, lighting, patterns, inspiration and interior design styles. It is well structured and there are plenty of follow up materials. I can't wait to do other rooms in my house now I've learnt so much. I feel so confident! "

Skela Studio responded:

"Very kind of you Alex to leave a such an amazing review! I'm absolutely delighted you found the course so useful. "

Maz reviewed: Fidget/Spinner Ring: Silver Jewellery Making

"This is a fab workshop! We got to use plenty of different tools and techniques, and Nina was excellent at teaching them all. It was really fun and relaxed but I also learnt a lot. Super happy with what I came away with, thank you xx"

Iasthai Original responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Maz! It was awesome to meet you. Well done on your amazing Spinner 👏👏"

Josh A reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Very informative and engaging workshop that enabled me to create a great board whilst having a good time! Would recommend to anyone interested in resin as a great way to start."

Cassandra reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"Good introduction to woodworking. "

Sarah reviewed: Sun-printed lampshade making workshops in Devon

"The course was informative but shorter than the time allowed. I think it would be appropriate always to advise people that the course is taking place in a private house and that there are no other participants. The teacher was knowledgeable and I was pleased with the results. I was offered a drink, but other than that it was rather awkward being in a private house with no other participants."

Bridget Arnold responded:

"I did inform Sarah that it was just her attending as that was in answer to her question about the starting time the previous day, so she had the opportunity to say something then. Because it was only her attending she had my undivided attention so all her questions were answered fully and dealt with clearly , but of course it made the workshop shorter just being one person. It was of course in my studio and home space , I think it does say that in the information provided and my partner was here as well for some of the time. I am sorry Sarah felt awkward being on her own. She could always arrange to come with a friend in the future when booking a workshop. I only take small numbers of one or two people as the Lampshade making takes up a lot of room, which it also states in the information. "

Neville Devonport reviewed: Woodturning in Devon with Colin Simpson

"A great day. Colin is a highly skilled woodturner, and a very good teacher. He is also good company. I recommend this to anyone interested in starting out or developing woodturning skills."

Devon Wood Crafts responded:

"Many thanks for this Neville. I hope I will be able to help in the future. Regards, Colin"

Dan reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"We had a fantastic day. It was a great experience. I absolutely love learning new things and Jon is an excellent teacher. His mix of engineering expertise, chemistry and physics knowledge, mastery of the smithing toolset, wonderful personality and friendliness was just great! Also his wife’s sausage rolls are to die for! I have already recommended this course to a load of friends. I will definitely bring my son for a smithing course and will be back to make a Damascus Steele knife. "

Jacqui Barlow reviewed: Half day glass cutting for mosaic workshops with Laura Barnes.

"Hi the course with Laura was great thanks... I achieved a lot from the course and has given me confidence to do glass cutting myself... Lovely lady 🥰 so a 5 star experience for me "

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"It was a joy to work with you! I know you will continue and learn more. Practice, practice....keep holding the glass scorer as I showed you and it will all come together. I run the 2 day course if you fancy more indepth knowledge. All the best, Laura. "

Erin reviewed: VIP 1-2-1 spoon carving day.

"I booked this course for my father and he had an absolutely wonderful time. He learned so much and Alan was so lovely to chat with. He's very excited to continue working on this type of woodcraft in the future. Also having the tools available to purchase after class is incredibly helpful and saves the stress of looking for it later. "

Kate reviewed: One person - Full day 6 hours sculpture/soldering brazing wire forming course, specialising in insects, fairies

"What a fantastic course! I travelled over 100 miles to attend Roger’s course so had high expectations! It didn’t disappoint. Tiger is knowledgeable, warm and friendly and an excellent teacher. Perfect blend of direction and hands on teaching. Roger helped me to feel confident using a range of tools and provided so many handy tips and tricks. My mind is bursting with ideas of things I want to make, and now I have the confidence to give it a try. Highly recommend this course "

Luke reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"I had a brilliant day making a knife with Dave, Decklan and Graham. All three where extremely patient, helpful and tremendously skilled & knowledgeable. There is a really friendly, encouraging atmosphere in the forge and I wish I could spend more time there. I'll definitely be taking my kids along in the future. Do it, you won't regret it. "

Clarke Knives responded:

"We all look forward to seeing you again."

PaulC reviewed: Woodturning tuition in Wiltshire

"Many thanks Andy I did have a great time, Your instruction and patience are both excellent and your and Mary's and Angus' hospitality delightful."

Kevin Simmons reviewed: Woodwork Day Course

"Had a great day, learned loads and throughly enjoyed it. Day flew by and will definitely book another course. Ted is a really nice teacher, takes his time and tailors the course to meet your needs"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Kevin you have some good skills at hand my friend. See you some time soon. Kind regards Ted "

Gabi reviewed: Jewellery Workshop - Make a Silver Ring

"Had a fabulous time doing this workshop! Sheila is so welcoming and patient with us. We both learnt so much and will be back for another workshop!! Thanks!"

Sheila Roussel Jewellery Design responded:

"Hi Gabi, It was great to meet you and Christina. You both did a very good job making your silver rings. Good luck with the courses you're studying in Edinburgh. Regards, Sheila"

Alan wherrett reviewed: Glass blowing course - taster

"Steve and Chris were great. They were good fun and really chilled and knew what they were doing. I was given great tuition and guidance and made some nice little pieces. They were more than happy for me to stay behind a little afterwards to watch them at work too."

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave your kind review Alan, the guys will be pleased that you enjoyed your time with them. Kind regards The team at chew valley handmade glass "

Lauren Whitehouse reviewed: Learn to Make a silver ring for beginners at The Jewellers Peg

"Myself and my partner did the make a ring class for my birthday and had such a lovely day doing it. We were made to feel very comfortable handling the different tools and got a beautiful ring at the end of it. Vanessa was very patient and calm and even supplied me with a little present for my birthday! Would definitely recommend anyone to do this. "

The Jewellers Peg responded:

"Thank you so much for a lovely review. I’m delighted you enjoyed your class. Happy birthday. "

Sarah Nicklin reviewed: Winter Fused Glass Snowflake Workshop

"I have attended two workshops at the Artists Studio including wreath making and on each occasion we had a wonderful time. The studio itself is beautifully decorated and the refreshments around the log fire is magical. Due to the small group numbers at the workshop Diane is always available to help and advise. A beautiful environment to create some wonderful crafts. Would highly recommend."

Oz Taylor reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"Fabulous. Great team who are fully engaged for a full day. Lots of information, lots of encouragement and loads to learn. Could not have asked for more - and the sandwiches were fab! Many thanks. "

Clarke Knives responded:

"Thanks Oz ☺☺"

Petra Sharp reviewed: Pottery throwing day for two in the South Downs National Park

"We had a wonderful day at Rowena's studio. I booked a one day course for myself and my husband. It was so nice to have such one to one training, as it really gave us the opportunity to get better at our technique. We managed to make quite a few bowls and vases. We can't wait to pick them up once they've been fired and glazed. Would definitely do it again and 100% if you want to have a go at throwing a pot! "