Latest reviews

Kat Green reviewed: Green Man Ceramic wall sculpture

"Loved this course, I have never done any pottery befote but Linda the tutor was fantastic at teaching and explaining technique. Would highly recommend."

Amy and Martin reviewed: "2 Crafts in 1 Day!" pairs - woodturning & pottery experience

"We booked the 2 crafts in 1 day for a couple and had a brilliant day! We carried out woodturning in the morning and pottery in the afternoon… Louise and Simon showed a huge passion for their craft which was contagious. They guided us through the basics giving us lots of interesting information to help but then stood back and allowed us to get into our own groove and enjoy experimenting with the woodturning and pottery. Well run and thorough... a lovely relaxing day was had!"

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

"I was nice to have you guys in the studios and we're so pleased you enjoyed your super-creative crafty day here at Blended Monkey :-). We enjoyed it too - always great when we can have a bit of a laugh with our students; makes the day really good fun all round!"

Sue - reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"A delayed experience due to the Covid situation and aged parents concerns. Which was really annoying, however, was easily re-booked on another date - and was definitely worth the wait! Absolutely fabulous. We felt safe and Ricky is an extraordinarily enthusiastic, knowledgeable teacher - able to communicate instructions very well, with masses of patience and understanding. One of the most smiley people I have ever met! Highly recommend this - we both made four items, each a progression from the previous. I can't believe what we covered in such a short time. Ricky ensured we did everything - from gathering through to swinging the glass to make our vases... we have left four pieces to gradually cool in his kiln - and we can't wait to see them! A stupendous day - which was well worth the wait. Marvellous. If you are just wondering about it - go ahead and book - you will love it. Really very good indeed."

Helen reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"Wonderful day, Dawn the perfect instructor knowing when to offer advice and when to leave to be creative and never judgmental. The whole environment is very inspiring with ideas, pictures, samples and more haberdashery than any shop these days. The studio is flooded with light too so a beautiful place to be. I had travelled 100 miles each way to the course and it was well worth it. Dawn was so hospitable with drinks on demand and the most amazing cake, well above and beyond what other courses offer The toilet is very clean and pleasant, I was concerned about this with the general age of the building but I need not have worried. Covid precautions were excellent too with clear signage about expectations and hand sanitizer at many locations. I felt very safe from this point of view. Thank you Dawn."

Dawn Ireland Textile Artist responded:

"Hi Helen, Thank you for your great review and taking the time to write with details. It was lovely to meet you and your mum. Thanks again, Dawn"

Jesse G reviewed: Traditional Leather Workshop (small leather goods)

"Really enjoyed Kingsley’s small leather goods course. I was 1 of 3 people on the course which allowed for plenty of 121 support. There was a good steady pace throughout and the tools and materials were all top quality. Came away with a good understanding of basic cutting and sewing techniques and some links to leather and fittings suppliers. Thanks Kingsley."

Heather Phippen reviewed: 'Art your way' with Jill Jones FRSA, 3 hours

"I am a local girl and was hoping along with 4 other friends to attend one of Jill's courses but Covid struck but I did eventually spend a great day myself with Jill last November. It was a pleasure to paint alongside her, I have painted on and off for a few years but it was refreshing to use different brushes and techniques. Lunch was lovely (don't forget to let me have your soup recipe) and good company. Thank you Jill for a great day, you will see me again and you have got me interested in painting again. I would say to anyone who has painted or not painted in their life to visit Jill, see her studio and share her talent. Heather x"

Jill Jones Fine Art responded:

"Thanks Heather, It was a delight, thank you - and I'm looking forward to seeing the finished piece! Jill"

Leanne reviewed: Double-Sided Lampshade Making

"Thoroughly enjoyed Wendy’s lampshade-making course and am delighted with the results. Wendy is a very patient and clear teacher and the results are really professional - thank you!"

Janie reviewed: Book binding - Zoom Saturday Morning Workshop

"Great course. Great teacher. Thank you Lorna for a really lovely, productive and inspiring workshop. A box arrived with everything we needed apart from scissors. Couldn’t have been easier. Just 5 of us on the course and Lorna patiently took us through and explained each stage, weaving in stories of traditional bookbinding methods and her own amazing introduction to the craft. It worked remarkably well on zoom with the camera honing in on different processes and easy to see and understand. Lorna helped anyone who was stuck without making a big deal of it just encouraging and telling stories of her own Challenges on the way. We all created gorgeous notebooks with lovely cloth covers. A real delight. It’s been very inspiring and Lorna generously offers on going support if needed. Really recommend this course and Lorna as a teacher."

Lucy reviewed: Upholstery classes in Norwich

"A very informative friendly class. Lee was a great teacher, it was a most enjoyable day."

Finch and Toad responded:

"Lucy, thank you for your lovely comments. It was super to have you with us. Kind Regards Lee"

MeB reviewed: Red Rosebud – FREE introduction to botanical coloured pencil drawing with The Old Kennels

"This was an excellent tutorial explaining everything from start to finish in a very clear style."

The Old Kennels responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review we are so pleased you enjoyed it!"

Jo Ford reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"So good to be shown how to do Lino cutting in your own home without having to buy loads of equipment. Never thought I could do it, so absolutely delighted with my prints. An excellent teacher, thank you."

Wendy Penwill reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"An excellent and enjoyable day. Natalie and Paul are fabulous teachers and all three of us made a piece of fused glass artwork that we can proudly hang on the wall. I will be returning for more courses with them."

Rebecca Barnes reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"A thoroughly enjoyable day learning new skills in a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment. It felt like we came a long way in a day, culminating in the production of a beautiful glassy panel which already has pride of place in the garden! Thanks Rachel!"

Maureen reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 pottery / ceramics workshop for 1 person

"I had a full day Pottery Workshop Experience as a gift from my children. I have had a few goes of some pottery many years ago but had always wanted to have a go on a potter's wheel. Louise introduced a pinch pot, a coil pot and a slab pot in the morning and there were pictures and other people's work to give me ideas. However, Louise encouraged me to be as creative as I wished and really helped me explore my ideas. I made a hanging wall decoration in the afternoon and then made a few pots on the wheel. Louise's instructions were so clear and she gave good advice as I progressed through the stages. The day was brilliant and the time seemed to go so fast. I joined a couple doing the woodturning workshop for lunch which was a lovely spread, and it was a very relaxed atmosphere. The day is very good value. Apart from the six hours of one to one tuition and a lovely lunch, Louise had obviously spent a good deal of time preparing all the clay to be used in advance and once the day was over would be sanding the pieces when dry, then glazing and firing them. I loved it so much that I hope to return and do some more pottery. A really great day."

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

"What a lovely informative review Maureen! Thank you very much :-). Really pleased that you enjoyed your ceramics experience. You really let your creativity flow and made some fabulous pieces. It's also kind of you to acknowledge all the background processes that go on before and after the workshop - it's fairly involved :-). Would be great to have you back in the studio again later in the year!"

Catherine Close reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day course with Jonathan. The day was well planned and the tuition excellent, with lots of positive encouragement, cake and coffee! I'll certainly come again. Thank you so much for helping me create a unique bangle in the afternoon."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Catherine. It was a good day and you made lots of good progress with your jewellery making and confidence! Jonathan"

Hayley Mepham reviewed: Making a stained glass leaded panel

"This was the best course I’ve ever been on. Caryl was a fantastic teacher and helped me out with kindness and care. The skills she has to allow us to go home with a made piece is amazing. 10/10 100% I would go again. I enjoyed every minute of it ?"

Caryl Hallett Stained Glass responded:

"Hi Hayley. Thank you so much for this great review! The piece you made was fab. Hope to see you again one day. Caryl x"

Jsn reviewed: Fused Glass Half Day

"A wonderful morning. Julie was extremely informative and helpful. I would strongly recommend this course. Thank you."

June reviewed: Cosmos embroidery kit

"Item beautifully packaged. A truly delightful kit. Annie extremely helpful in assisting with advice on other panels. Recommend very highly."

Claire reviewed: One day stained glass workshop London for beginners and enthusiasts

"Really recommend this course. I was lucky enough to have a one on one class with Tejal and the experience was really fun and relaxed. I went in knowing nothing about stain class and came out feeling I had learnt a brand new skill and with a lovely new stain glass decoration which I was very pleased with. I enjoyed learning the varied steps it takes to make the finish product and Tejal was an excellent teacher and also very easy to have a nice chat with while we worked. All in all a great day!"

GlassSeasons responded:

"It was lovely to meet and teach you. thanks for the lovely feedback:)"

Kathi reviewed: Potter's wheel pottery - half day course Siramik

"Yoka was warm and welcoming and very informative. The class was brilliant and we thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish!"

Jackie Smith reviewed: Weaving kit - a workshop at home

"Never done this before! Clear instructions to get started, so I have! Love the colours and variety of wools supplied. No instructions as how to finish off 'ends'?"

Daisy Florence Design responded:

"Thanks for your feedback - I have now updated the instruction sheet to clarify this - Happy Weaving :-)"

Helen Jones reviewed: Live Online Class - Beginner Rag Rug Techniques - Including Tools worth £30

"One word - BRILLIANT! Elspeth is so lovely and explains everything very thoroughly. There is so much more to rag rugging than I had thought, and this workshop opened up a whole new craft to me. I'm really looking forward to creating something totally unique. It's a very portable craft, and very satisfying to do. Many thanks to Elspeth."

Ragged Life responded:

"I'm so pleased you enjoyed the class Helen. We love bringing rag rugging to people :-) Thank you for the lovely review"

Helen reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I thoroughly enjoyed the two day beginners course I attended with Gerry. He was an excellent teacher and taught us clearly, kindly, patiently and with lots of humour. I have come away with two items I carved over the weekend, impressing friends and relations with them. That is something I had not anticipated! I also know which bits of equipment will be most helpful to me as I start practising woodcarving on my own. The frequent tea and biscuits were lovely and Gerry and Barbara were courteous hosts. Thank you both!"

Karen Toulson reviewed: Silver and Polymer Clay combo at West Country Creative in Lifton, Devon

"I had a fantastic day with Jo. She only had me booked that day so was surprised it went ahead. Made a lovely pendant and earring. Will be doing more courses with her as she is down to earth and explains things really well."

Jo Hunter Wearable Art responded:

"Thank you Karen - it was good to meet you and I look forward to seeing you again next month! Jo"

Michael Kelleher reviewed: Fused glass introduction full day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"We had a wonderful day with Vicky yesterday. She introduced us to fused glass art and was informative and supportive offering us tips as we experimented with different ideas in this medium. We thoroughly recommend anyone considering a new creative experience to book this course with Vicki. A great day."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"I'm so pleased you enjoyed the day, it was a pleasure to show how different techniques gave the various effects. I trust the items you made will be used for some time!"