Latest reviews

Karla Green reviewed: Knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"Ann was amazing and very helpful I was very useless so I feel I have learnt a skill, the other ladies in the group absolutely loved her and the session, so much we booked again for the next week."

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you Karla for this lovely review. I was quite apprehensive about how much help your group would need, but they were all lovely and already had the basics so it was a pleasure to help them. I am looking forward to meeting them again to see how they have got on. Kind regards Ann"

Karen reviewed: Fused Glass for beginners at Rainbow Glass Studios

"I attended the fused glass for beginners class in November. It was excellent. Eleanor is a wonderful teacher who makes the process extremely accessible and has great patience, explaining to, and supporting participants throughout. The class had a lovely atmosphere and there were so many creative possibilities even for those of us who went along, perhaps not feeling we were very good at design ideas at the beginning. I would fully recommend this experience and hope to attend again some time in the future to make more pieces."

Eleanor Designs responded:

"Hello Karen Thank you for coming to my fused glass course, I am so glad you enjoyed it! I’m really looking forward to opening the kiln on your beautiful and carefully made pieces later today. Really well done! I think you’ll be pleased with the results! Look forward to seeing you again! Best wishes Eleanor Rainbow Glass Studios London"

Emma Baxter reviewed: Animal clay sculpture workshops- one day

"Wonderful! Connie is a kind and patient teacher with amazing talent. I really enjoyed my day and would definitely recommend this course. "

Connie Fielder Ceramics and Crafts responded:

"Hello Emma I’m glad you enjoyed your sculpture workshop Your Lion looks fantastic. It was a pleasure teaching you. Connie"

Delia of Liss reviewed: Christmas decoration kit - quilling paper - Star design

"It looks fine ! To be used with pre teenager grand daughters soon !"

Aideen reviewed: Silver jewellery course for beginners in Exeter

"Anna welcomed us as a family. We all made chunky rings! It was like a family day out as we were all busy together and Anna is such a warm, creative, lovely woman and a good teacher. Really good equipment - she has everything needed to explore a new skill. Thanks Anna - we'll be back :)"

Silver Jewellery Art responded:

"Hello Aideen, Thank you for such a positive review of the course. It was a great pleasure for me to meet you and work with such talented people. I hope I have encouraged you to develop your skills and create new silver pieces. I wish you all the best and I also hope that we will meet again. Anna"

Chris reviewed: Introduction to spooncarving at Hill End

"A good day with excellent teaching, support, equipment and follow up materials."

David Knight Woodland Crafts responded:

"Thanks so much for your review, Chris. I do hope you continue carving!"

Nick C reviewed: Furniture making course: Fundamentals of Furniture Making Part 1 (beginner)

"Such an enjoyable two days. Aidan is an excellent communicator and teacher. In addition to the core skills and practical guidance, he imparted a huge amount of factual and contextual information in response to our queries and particular interests. Aidan's co-worker Sam provided very useful additional support and advice. I will be signing up for the Fundamentals Part 2."

Farnham School of Furniture Making Ltd responded:

"Hi Nick, I am glad you enjoyed the course and got so much out of it. Thank you very much for your positive feedback! Best wishes, Aidan "

Richard Kenny reviewed: Intermediate 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"I enjoyed a great day with Simon and Louise last Thursday. I have done a little wood turning since buying my lathe earlier this year, but this showed how little I know about it and how much there is to learn. Simon's tuition is excellent, both in terms of content and technique. I was especially interested in tool sharpening, and this subject was covered very comprehensively, including both the theory and the practice. Many, many thanks, Simon and Louise."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Richard, Thank you so much for a heart-felt review and really glad we could help you improve your turning. Do get in touch if you have any questions or need any help. -- Simon & Louise"

Katy Blyth reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"I recently completed the course, having no previous experience with knife making or metalwork at all. Dave was a fantastic teacher, he explained each stage of the process very clearly and was always on hand to lend a hand. He has great knowledge, experience and passion for the craft. I am extremely happy with me knife, it looks great and cuts like a dream "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Hi Katy, many thanks indeed for your lovely review, very much appreciated thank you. I'm really pleased you are happy with your knife, you did an absolutely fantastic job well done"

Jo and Oscar reviewed: Beginners spoon carving

"We so enjoyed this workshop … we learnt so much more than carving a spoon, wood, how to work with and understand it, the equipment, Nick was very patient and thoughtful …. my son is 14 and totally enjoyed and engaged learning … I would, well we would highly recommend this workshop, and will definitely return …. Thank you again…"

Gosman Spoon Co. responded:

"Thank you both. We’re so glad you enjoyed it! Best wishes Nick & Debbie"

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

"Great setting, great teacher, great day. Thank you."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Dan! I just loved your hare's mahoosive ears! So glad you enjoyed the day. Jo x"

Jonn R reviewed: 2 to 1 full day tailored fused glass workshop in Faversham, Kent

"Yvonne is lovely! She's patient and very knowledgeable too, she can always offer guidance but also let's you crack on too.. We both had a great time and highly recommend if you either want to improve your skills or (like us) just fancy trying something new and different."

Alison reviewed: Silver jewellery making -Ring Taster

"Thank you, Karen, we had a lovely introduction to ring making and came away with 2 hand made rings. Karen was really friendly and knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to recommend the course to anyone."

Sally reviewed: Christmas Door Wreath Workshop

"My Daughter in law thoroughly enjoyed the wreath making event that I purchased for her birthday gift. She thought it was well organised, informative and a friendly experience & she met some nice people too! She was thrilled with her wreath & is looking forward to booking in again! Well done & thank you!"

Ferntastic Flowers responded:

"Oh Sally thank you so so much for taking the time to review me, it’s so lovely to get feedback and makes me happy that your Daughter in law enjoyed her birthday gift ♥️ Maybe next time you would like to come with her too. Thank you again and kindest regards."

Nikki H reviewed: Beginners Copper Bowl Making

"Can highly recommend working with copper workshop. I love the candle dish I made, it catches the light so beautifully. Emily is very talented and patient. She also showed us the lovely jewellery that she creates; in partIcular working with couples to repurpose gold to make their very own wedding rings. All in all had a wonderful day. Thanks Emily! "

The Metalsmith responded:

"I'm so pleased that you enjoyed yourself, Nikki! It was an absolute pleasure to have you and Tracy! Thank you so much for the lovely compliments!"

David H reviewed: Woodturning with Green Wood in Cornwall - Whole Day (1 person)

"Really great experience, Rich knows his stuff and was a great teacher."

Jan reviewed: Wire Christmas Wreath Workshop, including lunch - with Lindsay Forbes of Laconic, Darlington

"Lovely morning workshop. Very busy and rewarding having my wire wreath as a forever decoration. Lunch was lovely but had little time to eat it as we were so busy creating. The venue was pleasant but it was cold and didn’t really warm up. This didn’t detract from the enjoyment but we were chilly and needed a warm when we left. An extra coffee/tea would have been good on arrival to get us settled "

Bench Box responded:

"Thanks for your feedback Jan, much appreciated and some great points made too. You made a gorgeous wreath and I hope it hangs somewhere proudly! "

Nick Pearson reviewed: Japanese style chopping boards workshop - Marlborough

"I absolutely loved this course creating a Japanese chopping board with Jacqui and Pete. They were so lovely and supportive, and shared their expertise so well. Thank you."

Beatrice Greenfield reviewed: Artisan Sourdough Made Simple

"really enjoyed the course. learnt so many new tips"

The Artisan Bakery School responded:

"Thanks so much, Beatrice - very happy you found it useful!"

Jackie harris reviewed: 2-day mosaic workshops in West London

"Sarah’s course was fab! Sarah guides and is so helpful and good humoured.I found the whole 2days very therapeutic and I was pleased with what I made. I am definitely going back and recommend to anyone else to try, it’s for everyone. Thank you Sarah!😉"

Sarah Stanley Mosaics responded:

"Thank you Jackie for coming along to the course weekend - I am so pleased you enjoyed it, and the piece you made on slate looks stunning. I am looking forward to seeing your trees when they are finished too - do send pics! And thank you for such a lovely review - very much appreciated x"

Marcus reviewed: Jewellery Workshop - Make a Silver Ring

"Welcoming and engaging host who made us feel comfortable and confident while making our rings. Demonstrated all steps clearly. Personalised recommendations about ring design. Fully equipped workshop with all tools needed to make ring, would thoroughly recommend this to any couple!"

Sheila Roussel Jewellery Design responded:

"Thanks for coming to the workshop. I'm glad you enjoyed it and I hope you also enjoyed your trip to Dundee. Sheila"

Tam Cameron reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"Great day out, Alan is a excellent tutor with a wealth of experience and patience. I learnt a lot about wood craft and best working practices. Very happy to finish the day with a spoon and 10 fingers. "

Sarah reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"A very enjoyable workshop. Great explanation of and customer service. I would highly recommend "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Hi Sarah, thank you very much indeed for your review. Really glad you enjoyed the workshop, it was a great afternoon and you both made stunning blocks, very well done"

John Gray reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Really good tuition and lovely relaxed environment"

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you for kind words John, I have passed them to Bill"

Kathy Wolfenden reviewed: Fused Glass workshops at Bere Alston, near Tavistock, Devon

"I had the most enjoyable morning and learned so much about working with glass. Wendy was lovely, welcoming and very helpful. I love the lantern I was able to make, I would recommend this course for anyone looking for a great craft experience."