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Ann & Ian reviewed: Willow Trug Basket Workshop

"My husband and I spent a very enjoyable day making our trugs. With Suz’s clear explanations at each step of the process…… plus patiently helping us to get back on track when needed … we came away with two very usable and presentable baskets … just as Suz had said at the start of the day. Suz is obviously very passionate and knowledgeable about her craft and we would not hesitate to recommend this course."

Jeanette reviewed: Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt

"I'm a second time participant on this full day workshop because I enjoyed the first one so much. Claire is a fabulous teacher, very enthusiastic and supportive, offering guidance to the whole group and 121 when required. Claire's own artwork shown as examples during the workshop is stunning and inspirational. Claire explains thoroughly the different types of wool and fibres that can be used and how, there is also an abundant supply available for participants. This is a wonderful workshop, which I highly recommend. Book your place, you will not be disappointed and will have a very unique piece of art to be proud of!"

Teesdale Felt responded:

"What a wonderful review! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it and I am so pleased you enjoyed your second workshop! You came with some interesting ideas to work from and your seascape through a rocky window was inspirational! I am looking forward to working with you again very soon. Best wishes, Claire xx"

Marian reviewed: Axe Making Course - One Day Blacksmithing Experience

"The axe making was a great experience, and Tom was a brilliant teacher. Really knowledgeable, and happy to answer any questions we had. "

Adele reviewed: An introduction to gel plate printing

"I thoroughly enjoyed the gel plate printing class. Carol gave us confidence to create a variety of prints and she demonstrated ways to develop our ideas. Such a lovely way to spend a Saturday morning. Thank you."

Nicola Montagu reviewed: Tool Sharpening and Maintenance- 1 Day Course in South Devon

"This my third course with Peter Lanyon. Thoroughly enjoyed the course and learnt lots. I brought lots of tools with me, but was interesting to see the different tools other people had brought.as well. "

Liz reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"Thank you Alice for a fun and informative two hours and a pretty pot holder to take home to impress my husband!! Alice is a kind and patient teacher, all four of us in the group managed to complete our hangers."

Jo Rudd reviewed: Green Wood Rustic Stick Chair

"A massive thank to you both, my Dad and son had a great day and really loved making the chairs with you. You both are full of knowledge so we’re able to support them both well. Defo will be looking at further courses."

Corrine reviewed: Make a Silver Ring

"Had a fantastic time, really enjoyed myself"

Nicky reviewed: Willow Weaving – Tea & Cake Tray

"Great introduction to weaving - having never done any before, I came away with a completed basket and a new.skill. The small group (4) meant we all had lots of 1-1 attention and support so could progress at our own pace. "

Denmark Farm Conservation Centre responded:

"Thanks for joining us Nicky. We're so pleased that you enjoyed making your basket. Hope to see you again. Best wishes. Mara "

Linzi DeSilva reviewed: Alchemy book box with lights

"What a lovely afternoon of laughing and creating. Jan is lovely, it was great fun and I not only learned some new things but came away with some great ideas. I was thrilled with my finished Alchemy Book Box and would certainly recommend this course, or any course that Jan is running. "

Feline Fixins Powertex Fun responded:

"Thank you so much Linzi. I'm really pleased that it has given you some ideas for you to work on. Your box is stunning. I really enjoyed the workshop and our laughing. Hope to see you again at some point although I know it's a long way for you to come Take care love xx"

Sue reviewed: Mixed Media Sculpture Workshop

"Very enjoyable wire sculpture workshop with Melanie, who is a helpful and informative tutor. Thoroughly recommended."

Suzanne Houslin reviewed: Wood carving classes - 3days

"The three day wood carving course was excellent, I’d recommend it to anyone with any level of skill or complete beginners. Sebastian is a very friendly knowledgeable tutor who makes it an easy relaxed environment to learn in or improve existing skills. The location is wonderful too, the farm owner Dordie is so warm and welcoming and cooks the most delicious, plentiful lunches and gorgeous freshly baked cakes in the afternoon. Thanks for a very rewarding, enjoyable three days."

SBCW responded:

"Hi Suzanne Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed the course and food. Keep carving Seb"

Loz reviewed: Learn to turn in Snowdonia, North Wales - Full day

"A fantastic day! Les is a brilliant and down to Earth instructor, with great knowledge of turning. Whether you are looking for a crafty fun day learning how to make a bowl, or looking for more intricate knowledge to get into turning as a hobby this is the perfect session to kickstart your journey! Thanks Again Les! "

Pren responded:

"Thank you so much. I'm really pleased that you enjoyed your day....I most certainly did. Regards, Les."

Sheralee reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"Loved this experience, Steve and Angie were both very friendly and welcoming and very knowledgeable and made us feel very at ease. We both had a great time, and the facilities were brilliant. The farm and coffee shop were good to visit after."

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave a review Sheralee. It was lovely to meet you both. Regards Steve and Angie "

Alison reviewed: Mosaic Bird Bath Workshop

"Really loved the workshop, highly recommend."

Pierre reviewed: Introduction to welding course for two people

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course which my wife & I completed together. Roger is very passionate bout what he does, and passes on a wealth of information. He really gives you all you need to feel that you can learn skills and take this skills with you to develop them further. Definitely well worth it. A great day out."

Peter reviewed: Whittling Workshop

"Matt did a super job in a great forest surrounding ✌️"

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi Peter, thanks for your review. Hope to see you at Manor Wood again soon! Matt"

Louise Farrell reviewed: Watercolours: A Playful Approach

"I had a lovely day on this workshop. Karen was was informative and a great teacher. I felt very relaxed and learnt lots, while having lots of laughs and fun. Highly recommended."

Luke George reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day - Introduction

"I was gifted a day's Blacksmithing with Giles recently. What a fantastic experience. Giles was a wealth of knowledge and patient in his tuition. I can't recommend this course highly enough - for either those with practical or without practical knowledge. you will no be disappointed."

Elizabeth Watts reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"We had a fantastic day! Paul is a very knowledgeable and passionate tutor with years of experience. He explained everything very clearly and made us all most welcome. His studio is wonderful with views across open countryside, is well equipped with tools and coloured glass. Paul is the perfect host, kind, patient and very encouraging. I would thoroughly recommend this workshop to anyone."

Stacey reviewed: Children's Craft Classes - Half Term & Holiday Sessions

"What an experience. My daughter did three days in total and she loved it. Worth every penny spent. She is desperate to go back in the Easter holidays. Thankyou so much. "

Ankarika Craft responded:

"Thank you Stacey for such a nice feedback! It was a pleasure to meet and work with Freya, She is so open minded, clever and full of her own ideas, which I find so amazing. I am already preparing Easter holidays schedule, she is more than welcome to join us again! See you soon! :)"

Fiona Marley reviewed: Bead stringing for Jewellery Making - One Day Workshop - In Person, In London

"This was a brilliant course. Penny is such an excellent teacher. She had lots of beads to choose from but I also took some family items that needed to be restrung. Would highly recommend. "

Penny Akester Jewellery responded:

"Hi Fiona, Thanks for taking the time to leave a review! Happy beading x Penny"

Sharon reviewed: Beginners sewing - Tote Bag and Zipped Bag - Day Workshop - Worcester

"Lovely day of sewing. I now feel more confident in using my sewing machine and can't believe I made the items I did. Judi takes the class at a good pace carefully explaining each stage, giving lots of tips and guidance."

Darren reviewed: Lathe turning for beginners with Thompsons Wood

"What a fantastic day! I had never done any wood turning before, Jake was a great teacher, guiding me through the process. Came away with some new knowledge, a great looking cherry wood bowl and a big smile"

harj reviewed: Modern Style Furniture Upcycling Weekend Workshop

"The course was brilliant, we learnt so much about the whole process of upcoming, the information was invaluable, the whole weekend was a great experience, Nicky is an amazing teacher. She supplied everything we needed and talked everything through in detail and helped us make good choices but encouraged us to follow our intuition and passion to get the results we wanted. I am absolutely chuffed with my nested tables. I highly recommend Nicky and the course. I've been speaking to Nicky since Nov '24 to arrange a suitable date for me to attend, she was really nice and kept in touch and was even happy to look at locations closer to me."