Latest reviews

Sue reviewed: Daytime glass fusing workshop with Paula Andrews

"Two hours just flew by when we did this course. I’d done glass fusion previously but my husband and daughter hadn’t. Paula explained everything well and we had the freedom to create our own designs with help if you wanted it. Excellent course "

Paula Andrews responded:

"Hi Sue, Thank you so much for your kind review. I really enjoyed meeting and working with you and your family too. Best wishes, Paula "

Emily reviewed: Beginners half-day pairs pottery / ceramics workshop

"Amazing, relaxing, informative, fun :) We loved it. Thank you :)"

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

"Was a pleasure having you and Charlotte in the studio. Thank you for your kind review :-)."

Louise reviewed: Durham soap making workshop

"Thoroughly enjoyed the course. It was exceptional value for money with the all the soaps and the amazing ample lunch. I learnt an awful lot over the 2+ hour course and would recommend this to anyone. Would like to do this again - very enjoyable and a great host. Thank you"

Lisa Davies reviewed: Stained Glass Mosaic Garden Sun Catcher Class (frame optional)

"Lovely afternoon. Thank you"

Lynn Pilsworth reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Judith is very approachable and welcoming. As a complete beginner I was delighted with what I learned and was able to produce something I am delighted with. Her studio is well equipped and comfortable for a class. Thanks Judith"

Gracie and Ruby reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"The jewellery making course was a christmas present from our grandparents. We really enjoyed learning how to make our own bangles. It was a great present!"

liz wood reviewed: 1:1 Lampwork glass bead class

"We had a super time and will be back to make more. A super Saturday. Sam is lovely and so talented and clever. I encourage anybody to try it is a great time in a lovely location and studio."

Samantha Sweet Glass responded:

"Many thanks for coming to the studio, it was a pleasure to meet you both. I posted your beads out to you today. I hope you like them and I look forward to sharing more making time with you in the future!"

Naomi reviewed: Paper Making - Hand Made Recycled Paper

"My husband and I had a great time on Wendy's paper-making course to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Wendy had everything so well organised, and she explained really clearly how to do each step, along with demonstrating it for us before we then had a go. We came away with some lovely pieces of handmade paper, and we plan to make some more here at home! "

Fiona reviewed: Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

"The best glass course that I have been on. Steve is very generous with his knowledge and advice to help you get the best out of the course. It was a wonderful day that flew by too quickly! Lunch was a great treat in a pub garden, I cant wait to go on another course with Steve in the near future."

Andrew M reviewed: Spoon Carving with Touchwood Glasgow

"I had a memorable day at the woodcarving course on 6 August. The company was good, the mood relaxed and Robert was very generous with his knowledge and patient with his instruction. Altogether, a great way to spend the day and a terrific souvenir to take home. If you're thinking about it, do it . . . this course will enlighten you."

Tonia reviewed: One day leather bag making workshop

"My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our day with Rosanna. She was a patient tutor and we were both delighted to learn new skills. We are really pleased with the finished bags that we have taken home. We are hoping to book another course soon!"

Gill reviewed: Marvellous Mosaic one day workshop

"Had a great day on the Marvellous Mosaics course. Very relaxed atmosphere with the right level of support and instruction. I would happily recommend this course to anyone who has ever fancied having a go at making a mosaic. "

Lindsey Kennedy Portfolio responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review and I am so pleased that you enjoyed your day creating mosaics. It was great to see your design develop through the workshop and that I provided the support to do so. If you pursue the craft further I would love to see photos! "

Juliet W reviewed: Double-Sided Lampshade Making

"Went to the lampshade making class with my sisters and it was fantastic. We learned the whole process and they looked amazing. Will definitely be making more now at home. This is my second course with Wendy, the first being soap making (again highly recommend) and have booked on for the beaded snowflake course! "

Jane, Christine and Sue reviewed: Heritage Embroidery - Stumpwork Two Day Workshops

"Rosemarys stump work course was most enjoyable and achievable . She made us feel relaxed and gave us confidence which enabled us to learn and produce a piece of embroidery we were all pleased with . Would highly recommend . "

Heritage Embroidery responded:

"Thank you so much for your review, it certainly was a relaxed and fun two days in which you all achieved so much. Well done all of you!"

Georgia E reviewed: Double-Sided Lampshade Making

"Fab! This is our second course at the little craftery and have our third booked already. Definitely going to use the skills learnt to replicate at home! Thanks Wendy"

Fiona McG reviewed: Lino Printing Day with Oxford Linocut Workshops

"Had a lovely day at Claire's lino printing course yesterday. Great setting, great instruction and great company! I learnt a lot in a short time and have been inspired to continue experimenting with the techniques that Claire so expertly taught. Definitely one of the best 'art' courses i have attended. "

Robert Laws reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I loved the challenge of tackling something completely different and never tried before, Sebastian was great with demonstrating techniques and advice on how to achieve what I was carving. The fellow participants were lovely and there was encouragement and friendly chat throughout the 2 days. I came away feeling that the course had provided me with something to be proud of."

Ann F reviewed: Potters wheel experience

"Viv was a superb and patient teacher. She encompasses the basic skills to produce something you can actually use! I would highly recommend it - even a complete beginner like me! Plus the other little workshops are lovely to browse too! I would recommend treating yourself to a new skill and lovely company. "

Rick P reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"A brilliant day! Jon is a great teacher and the course was well paced and structured. He explained each stage, demonstrated as required and then coached me through the various stages in the knife making process. Definitely a course I would strongly recommend."

Penny reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I attended the stone sculpting course over the weekend of 6th/7th August. There were 6 of us on the course with varying levels of art/craft experience but all stone sculpting beginners. We started with the basics, the tools, how to use them and had a trial piece of stone to try them out on. Everyone had an idea of what they wanted to create. After about two hours Sebastian helped us select a stone for our 'creations'. The rest of the weekend was spent producing our piece of art with as much help from Sebastian as needed - I needed quite a lot! We had great weather so there was plenty of space to work in his somewhat quirky environment. It was great fun and everyone produced a sculpture that was more than good enough to display in the garden at home. I would definitely recommend this course."

Matt Kennedy reviewed: Hand forged rustic knife course

"An easy 5 stars. Friendly and relaxed, yet still very professional and knowledgeable Would highly recommend this course and Andy in general. Thanks."

Andy Robinson reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"What a fantastic day! Throughout the day Steve was full of advice and tips, very patient while we made mistakes and then worked out how to fix them. Every step of the way telling us why we were doing something and what the outcome should be. Great experience and can thoroughly recommend it."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Andy Thank you very much for your review, I'm really glad that you enjoyed yourself so much. I hope you'll use your knife and get the very best out of it. Kind regards Steve"

Chris Little reviewed: Three-day stone carving course

"Miranda is a wonderful teacher who differentiates well to match her teaching to each students needs. I will probably book another of her courses. "

Emily V reviewed: Watercolour painting workshop at Back Room Art Stourbridge

"Before this course I had not painted since school & had not got a clue where to start. But now I feel so confident. Learning all the techniques & equipment types was great. Recommend to anyone, I had a lovely time meeting new people too."

Back Room Art responded:

"Hi Emily Thank you for your lovely review. It was great to see your confidence grow within the workshop and your final painting is amazing. Many thanks Back Room Art "

Sharon reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"My second course with Miranda and it was brilliant. A great teacher, so patient and I was really pleased with my finished piece. Miranda also welcomed my 15 year old neice who had a fantastic time on her first sculpture course. Many thanks. Highly recommended!"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for the review Sharon, glad you both enjoyed it. "