Latest reviews

Cathy reviewed: Introduction to glass fusing workshop

"Highly recommend this course ...I new nothing at all about glass fusion and feel Ive learned so much in one day !V enjoyable and the barn and gardens are a wonderful relaxing location.Shirley is an encouraging teacher ,personable and inspiring."

Micklems Farm Creative Workshops responded:

"We're delighted you enjoyed your day and learned so much. It was lovely to meet you and we hope to see you again soon! Madeleine"

Gary reviewed: Photography Lessons for Beginners

"A thoroughly enjoyable and instructive session in what has to be one of the most stunning locations in the Lakes. Frank was very easy to get along with and he pitched his explanations and guidance just right, encouraging throughout. I definitely came away with a greater understanding and enthusiasm to build on what Frank shared with me. I recommend this course to all those looking to improve their photography skills."

Frank Clarke responded:

"Hi Gary It was great spending time with you and Alison. Thoroughly enjoyed teach you and if your ever in the area again it would be great to catch up! Many thanks for the glowing review, means a lot!"

Cath reviewed: Needle felted Dogs & Cats in (Halifax)

"Had a brilliant day in a small class (5 people in total). Jo is a very talented and patient teacher guiding us when necessary to achieve something resembling our pets. Want to try needle felting? Then I would recommend this class."

Vicky reviewed: Willow Animal Sculpture (2 days) in the Peak District

"Excellent 2 days helped by the fabulous sunshine! The course was well run, allowing each to reach an almost completed sculpture. Alison provided wonderful hospitality keeping us all topped up with food and open access cafe area for snacks and beverages. Caroline was an experienced, calming influence when my creation was looking a disaster, the voice of reason and expertise!"

Katie reviewed: Beginner's Glass Fusing Workshop

"We had such a lovely morning with Teresa in her workshop. There was so much we could create and she helped us as much as we needed. She was very friendly and very easy to talk to. We would definitely recommend one of Teresa’s workshops and we will be back again in the near future!"

Nicola Arkinstall reviewed: Mosaic workshop at Jackie Nash Art

"This was a fantastic relaxing day, Jackie was so helpful and informative can not wait to do another one"

Jackie Nash Art responded:

"Hi Nicola Thank you for your lovely review, look forward to helping you make more mosaics. ?"

Lainey Molton reviewed: Fused glass workshop waves and candle holders

"A fantastic, inspiring, relaxing day's workshop. Tracey was vey welcoming and explained the process extremely well. We had a extensive choice of materials to use and they were all demonstrated with examples of what was possible. It is a lovely peaceful location and it pleasurable to sit in her garden to eat our lunch. I learnt a lot and love what I made there. If you have an interest in glass fusion or just want to make a couple of pretty things for yourself then this the course to go on. We are going back later in the year to do the Lantern workshop. Thank you Tracey."

Jax reviewed: ❤ Wonderful Acrylic Pouring Workshop ❤

"Vanessa is in the perfect job. The afternoon was such fun. Got to do two paint pour with two canvas to bring home. We were given great instruction, clean but not to complected. A lovely small group. All washed down with water, tea or a glass of prosecco! Would really like to do it all again. A great day."

Crafty Team Building responded:

"Thanks so much Jacqui! So glad you enjoyed it. Great to meet you and Claire. Hopefully see you on another in due course! x"

Geraint Jones reviewed: Learn how to make a stained glass panel

"I've never tried working with stained glass before but after 2 days with Brian I'm hooked! The setting was perfect, bright, relaxed and plenty of room. Brian talked me through the process and at the end of the two days i left the studio with my first piece of work and a good understanding of the process. I look forward to future courses with Brian."

Sarah reviewed: Blacksmith Experience Day - Anvil Forge

"A really enjoyable day. I did not have high expectations of what I, as an absolute novice, could achieve in a day and was beyond delighted with the garden sculpture and poker I took home. The tutors were fantastic and really encouraging. They had the balance spot on for letting you have a go at every technique and then rescuing the mistakes to prevent disaster. Cannot recommend this course more highly."

Anvil Forge responded:

"Hi Sarah Thanks for the review , we aim to offer the best possible experience on all our classes and make sure everyone ends up with a handmake piece of metalwork they are proud of. best wishes John"

Hugo reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"This is a great course, run by a great teacher. Richard explains everything in a way that even a complete begginer can feel confident to make a great bread board. This experience really exceeded my expectations, I would definitely recommend it!"

Patrycja Chomiak reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"This course is a great experience that I would definitely recommend to anyone! Richard is an amazing teacher, even without any experience in woodworking I ended up making a grat bread board that I'm super happy with!"

Leslie Walker reviewed: 'Fundamental Art Skills' 10-week live online zoom course for complete beginners with Artist Raya Brown

"Hello Raya. Thanks for an enjoyable 10 week course. I have certainly learned a lot and attempted works I may have avoided without encouragement. Appreciate your teaching style and way you suggest improvement in work offered. Time now to practice and explore further what we have been shown. Look forward to seeing yourself and class mates later in the year. Enjoy your Summer. Regards, Leslie."

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Leslie, Thank you for your comments. I am so glad that you enjoyed my course and I am happy that my encouragement helped you to create some very good artwork covering the subjects that you tried to avoid in the past. I think your confidence grew and your art skills improved a lot due to your hard work and perseverance. I am very pleased with your results. Well done! I look forward to seeing and teaching you in September at the Online Landscape course with live tuition. Have a good summer. Raya"

Christine reviewed: Jewellery - carve a ring in wax, cast it and hey presto your own ring in sterling silver!

"I had a lovely time on the ring making course with Sue and her sweet animals. Sue is welcoming and great to chat with, everything was clearly explained. Now I have a beautiful unique ring that I'm very pleased with! Thank you :)"

Sue O'Mara Art responded:

"Hi Christine, glad you liked the ring, well done! Have fun on your adventures. See you again one day maybe. Best wishes, Sue"

Mike reviewed: Greenwood carving at Sallerton Wood

"Really enjoyed spending time in Sallerton Wood, it's a beautiful spot to try green wood carving. Andy's skill in working with wood is evident all around in the shelters and furniture, and he guided us through our chosen project of a Kuksa giving advice and answering questions on all laspects of green wood working whilst keeping it fun. Also lunch was very nice!"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Mike, for that generous review. We're delighted that you enjoyed the course and its woodland environment, and the lunches too! Thanks so much for supporting us, and we'd look forward to seeing you again at Sallerton Wood if you choose to pay us another visit in the future."

Lala reviewed: Oval shallow basket for the garden at New barn at Usk Castle Chase,Monmouthshire

"This was a great workshop in beautiful surroundings. Amanda's direction was clear and well paced. She managed to keep us all on track whilst making drinks and offering delicious cake. She was very patient with all our requests for help and made sure we all completed our baskets by the end of the day."

Sara reviewed: Upholstery/cushion making

"What a brilliant two day workshop. Not only did I learn a new skill of upholstery but I also learnt how to do it to a highly professional standard. Before the course I’d stripped down an old dining room chair that belong to my grandparents and which had been recovered in the 1970s. In the workshop, because we used traditional methods and materials, I realised that the 1970’s reupholstery had not been very professionally done. This time my chair was finished without a single staple (just traditional tacks) and I can’t believe how many staples I‘d removed from the 1970s upholstery. Jo is a superb teacher and knows her craft extremely well. She showed everybody individually what they needed to do and she managed to be there the moment one of us embarked on a new step or had a question. She worked hard to ensure that we got the best result we could get for our chairs. It was a friendly, fun environment too. The workshop is exhausting – you’re standing all day, using muscles that haven’t been used in that way before and learning a new skill, but it is incredibly satisfying, plus, at the end of it, you have a beautiful and comfortable chair to sit on. I’ve enrolled on Jo’s next course to reupholster another old dining room chair. Can’t wait."

What Jo did next responded:

"Aw thanks Sara! Glad you enjoyed it so much... you are a really attentive student. See you soon! x"

Steph reviewed: Shabby chic skills for beginners

"Had such a fun day on the course. It was really informative and such a good experience. I left with loads more knowledge and the motivation to keep doing it and carrying on the new skills. Scott gave me loads of support and was really approachable. Would highly recommend"

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Hi Steph thank you so much for the review and I'm so happy you had fun and felt like you learnt loads Scott"

Julie King reviewed: Blacksmith Experience Day - Anvil Forge

"What a fantastic day. Spencer and Aidan were brilliant, patient tutors. After making a poker, we set about creating our desired pieces after a brief discussion about what they entailed. My husband created a knife blade and used lots of techniques. I came away delighted with several garden ornaments for glass balls that I had previously made. Aidan was very attentive in checking along the way that the balls fitted the metalwork. Lunch was provided and the atmosphere was really pleasant. I would definitely recommend, and would be very happy to return."

Anvil Forge responded:

"Hi Julie I am pleased the guys looked after you so well , we try hard to make sure the experience is positive and everyone comes away with something they are proud of and hopefully have something to show off to friends and family. We would love to see you back again in the future. best wishes John"

Hannah Lees reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"I cannot fault Mark's session in any way, an absolute pleasure from start to finish with a wonderful crescendo of Cristina's DELICIOUS lunch in the middle! Mark is an excellent teacher with a generous and easy manner and a gentle approach. His woodland is glorious and I was made to feel very at home. I came home with a spoon and a shopping list, thanks to Mark's incredibly useful follow-up email. I would definitely book again :-)"

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Hannah Thank you for joining us and a such a nice review! Looking forward to seeing your next creations. All the best Mark and Cristina"

Nigel Morgan reviewed: Two day (consecutive) stained glass starter course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"Paul was a first-class tutor, very patient and knowledgeable. After two days of learning and practicing the techniques needed, the resulting panel has been much admired by friends and family. This course was so much better than learning from books or online videos! Thank you Paul."

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Hello Nigel, Thank you so much for your lovely review :) So glad you enjoyed the course! Best wishes Natalie"

Kath reviewed: Discover Batik and simple dye making

"Had a wonderful day learning the different processes of batik and trying them out. Created a number of pieces of work, with the excellent guidance and encouragement of Lisa. A beautiful environment to work in with plenty of refreshments including cake! Highly recommend."

Coneyhurst Studios responded:

"I am so glad you all had such a good day. You all made fabulous pieces. I really enjoyed getting to meet you and showing you the basics of batik."

Hayden reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Chris was not only a great blacksmith and a lovely person, but also an exceptional teacher. He guided me through making a small but intricate leaf key ring, and then set me loose on my own project where I was able to use the techniques I learnt early in the day on a bigger item! It was a fantastic experience, and I can highly recommend it to anyone who has an interest in metalworking. It was also excellent value for money. I would recommend bringing a set of earplugs (to put halfway in) if you have sensitive ears, as I do :)"

Phil Bray reviewed: 1 Day belt or dog collar/lead making course £149

"Both myself and my wife enjoyed our day course with Rebecca. We each made our own belts. The course was very enjoyable, we learned some new techniques and was guided in each step by Rebecca. Very good value for money and we would be interested in taking part in another leather course with her in the future."

Cris Jones reviewed: Line and wash

"The third course I've done with Liz and another belter. Learning the properties of the materials and equipment was so much fun with fascinating outcomes. Liz is a fabulous tutor who has a huge knowledge base with which she is very generous. You feel included and valued throughout and Liz's relaxed style brings out the best in everyone."

Liz Chaderton Artist responded:

"Hi Cris, thank you for another lovely review. I love seeing people get excited by all the possibilities or new techniques and materials. Have fun with them!"