Latest reviews

Hannah Tigg reviewed: 14 Week, Small-Scale Silversmithing Course, Friday Mornings

"Teresa is a warm, encouraging and engaging teacher who has great faith in her students. She supports you from design to finishing and ensures that you have a piece you will love! I would highly recommend her - I've just signed up for my 3rd set of 5-week sessions :)"

Creative Therapy Space responded:

"Hi Hannah, Thank you so much for such a lovely review, I am very grateful. I'm also looking forward to seeing your progress with your playful sheep and charming horse pendants! I love that you're making such unique and personal gifts for your girls. Thanks again! Teresa x"

James Lodge reviewed: Damascus knife making in Grassington

"I managed to get a place on Richards course at the last minute and I am so pleased that I did. It was a thoroughly enjoyable day and I can’t remember a time when a day has passed so quickly. The tuition was spot on just the right amount of guidance, advice, and a little help when needed but it left you feeling that you were absolutely the one that has made the knife from start to finish. If you have always wanted to give blade smithing a go then I can’t recommend this enough, but be warned you do leave with the feeling that you want to do more."

Marion McDowell reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - 1 day

"What a wonderful experience! I'd never tried working with glass before, but I couldn't have had a better teacher than Jill. She was so patient and really listened to what I wanted to achieve, and helped me to find a simple and effective approach suitable to my skillset that allowed me to create the projects I wanted to make. I achieved so much more than I thought I could! It was also so inspiring to see the fantastic art that she and other students have created and gave me all sorts of ideas for what I might do on a second excursion (because I have a feeling there will be one!) She and John are also spectacular cooks and hosts. We stayed for 2 nights very reasonable B&B. The accommodation was so comfortable and the food was incredibly tasty - no surprise when Jill also runs some great chocolate courses! I'm sure not every CraftCourse is this good, so I feel quite privileged to have had the chance to learn from Jill and spend a day in her company creating beautiful, pretty things. Definitely worth trying!"

Fired Glass responded:

"Thank you Marion for your glowing review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time with us. We would love to see you again in the future if you decide to return. Kind regards John and Jill."

Vicki James reviewed: Felted Soap Making Workshop

"A very enjoyable afternoon, getting covered in lovely smelling soap, while learning how to produce very pretty and useful soaps. Delicious cake! And a very patient and helpful Karen! Highly recommended."

Karen Wyeth Contemporary Felt Artist responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a lovely review Vicki, its much appreciated"

Julie Flower reviewed: Lucy Churchill's Stone Carving Workshops

"What a wondrous three days! Lucy's warmth, enthusiasm and depth of skills and experience make this a fantastic course for people of all levels of experience. She has an engaging and wonderfully supportive teaching style, encouraging immense creativity, curiosity and stretch...even for a complete beginner like me. Her respect for materials and range of experience make this a very fulfilling course. We were blessed with beautiful autumn weather and carved outside! The small group size made for a lovely atmosphere, great conversation and plenty of personal attention, as required. Spending three days at Lucy's studio is highly recommended!"

Karen Gilmurray reviewed: Felted Soap Making Workshop

"really enjoyed this craft workshop - not difficult at all but very rewarding to come out with 2 lovely felted soaps and the knowledge of how to make more. Merino wool is so soft and smooth it was very soothing to gently roll the soap around in your hands. And the cake was amazing!!"

Karen Wyeth Contemporary Felt Artist responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave a lovely review Karen! So pleased you enjoyed it"

Rowena reviewed: Beginners Soap Making Course

"If I could leave a rating of 11 out of ten I would do so. From the moment I walked in to the course I found Paula warm and engaging. She has instilled such confidence that I am planning to make my first batch of soap this week at home.I have to mention the attention to detail that was given to this course...it was really was thorough and most definitely value for money."

Bernadette Wardlaw reviewed: Blue Festive Trees Fused Glass kit to make at home-(x2)

"Package arrived safely but as yet unable to say how easy/nice etc the finish is as I bought it for a xmas present. So far though the process has been easy and I am really looking forward to helping make this at Xmas."

Oana Mihai reviewed: One to One Candle Making Business One Day Course (Bexley -London)

"The workshop was really fun and helpful. Paula is a great person and teacher. We recommend her courses to whoever is interested in furthering her knowledge in candle making. I took the course from Romania."

Dawn Sales reviewed: Beginners Candle Making Course

"I attended the beginners candle making workshop with Paula. I’m so glad I choose Old Bexley Soap Co. The day was fun, well structured and I learnt so much. I went away inspired and with the confidence to try making my own candles at home. Paula is very knowledgeable and passionate and was more than happy to pass this on to her students. The homemade scones were divine."

Emma Pearson reviewed: Reed diffuser making workshop

"My Mum and I thoroughly enjoyed the reed diffuser workshop, Paula is so welcoming and friendly, she explains everything very clearly and we are both delighted with the diffuser we each made, and feel confident to make more at home! The drinks and nibbles were also lovely!"

Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co. responded:

"Thanks Emma, I'm glad you and your mum enjoyed the workshop and to hear you are now confident to make some more at home!. Paula"

Sarah Axtell reviewed: Beginners Candle Making Course

"I attended Paula's Candle Making Course for beginners on the 6th November, and loved every minute of it! Paula is extremely knowledgeable, approachable, and has an excellent teaching manner. The quality of the products supplied for our use, and quality of what we produced, were excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed the day, finished off with a lovely afternoon tea, and I will most definitely be booking another course in the new year."

Christine Johnson reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - 1 day

"A thoroughly enjoyable day. Jill and John were welcoming, friendly and accommodating. The facilities were excellent as was their hospitality. Glass fusion work was something that I had been wanting to do for some time and Jill guided me through the processes with clear instructions and lots of patience. I’m definitely inspired to try more glass fusion projects!"

Fired Glass responded:

"Thank you Christine for your kind words. We are pleased that you enjoyed your time with us and that you have ticked an item off your to-do list. Kind regards John and Jill"

Karen Arrand reviewed: 1-to-1 Organic Skincare Workshop at Maid in the Meadow

"This is a wonderful experience for anyone wanting to know more about organic skincare and you come away with a bespoke facial products that look and smell absolutely divine. Allison is a passionate and resourceful teacher, who has a wonderful store cupboard full of the most amazing ingredients. Any question you throw at her, she can answer! The 1to1 teaching is so beneficial, Allison boosts your confidence and guides you step-by-step through the product making process. I am so pleased with my products, I keep looking at them with great pride! Thank you for a wonderful day and your patience and kindness."

Maid in the Meadow responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review Karen. I'm pleased you're so happy with the products you made and enjoyed your day here with me in my workshop and I'm sure you will go on to make many more products. If you have any questions about the products you made or the information in the workshop handbook, please dont hesitate to contact me. Enjoy your products!"

Karen Arrand reviewed: Perfume Making in Norfolk

"This is a great experience for anyone who wants to know more about the intriguing world of perfume. And you takeaway the perfect momento - a unique perfume made by you. Thank you Diane for showing me how to blend and make a perfume. Your kindly patience has given me the confidence I was lacking before. A fragrantly lovely day."

Aroma Natural responded:

"Hi Karen, thank you for the lovely review. It was a pleasure to have you here for the day and I'm pleased to hear you now have the confidence to blend and play with your lovely essential oils. I must say your final bottled perfume smelt amazing."

Julie Roppert reviewed: Working with silver at The Old Kennels

"Had a lovely time at this venue on the silversmith course with Julian Livingstone. Never worked with silver before. I produced a ring, bracelet, book marker. Great course for individuals or couples. Tracey was a great host your made very welcomed each morning with a hot beverage, the food was excellent, highly recommended"

The Old Kennels responded:

"Thank you so much fo your kind review Julie, Im so pleased you enjoyed your course at The Old Kennels and do hope to see you again soon!"

Jane reviewed: How to use essential oils with your dog - with Living Naturally Loving Life

"I met niki quite by chance & was able to do one of her courses, meeting her for the day & then working from home on it. Working through It was excellent, I learnt so much. So pleased to have been able to do this work with her, thank you."

The English Herbalist responded:

"Hi Jane, Thank you so much for your review. It's always a pleasure to meet people through hands-on, experiential, face-to-face workshops and this is something I'm working on again for next year. Have a lovely weekend and once again thank you, I'm pleased you're enjoying the course. Many blessings, Niki."

Keith Grant reviewed: Lucy Churchill's Stone Carving Workshops

"Very enjoyable as well as instructional/informative. An excellent host, mentor and teacher, Lucy provided a superb environment to learn. I’m not a beginner but I developed a whole lot of new skills and particularly how to use the tools from the processes of laying out, roughing and and finer carving."

Fiona Underwood reviewed: Getting Started with Stained Glass - two day workshop

"I did this course with Jan and came away with a lovely piece and the knowledge to try it all again at home. Totally got the bug, the tuition was clear, class size small and loads of tips and feedback on progress."

Jan Simpson Studio Glass t/a Koru Arts responded:

"Thanks Fiona, it was great to see your finished piece after it had been polished. What a beautiful job. Look forward to watching you develop your new found hobby."

Claire Evans reviewed: Drum Lampshade making at ShedLight

"A lovely, relaxing, but very productive morning spent with Vanessa, really pleased with my lampshade, thoroughly enjoyed myself, would happily go again to try a different technique"

ShedLight responded:

"Thank you Claire - it was lovely chatting and working with you both and I hope to teach you more lampshade making techniques in the future."

Helen Coke reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"What a lovely day! Lovey welcoming hosts. A super location. Delicious refreshments all day Patient and skilled tutors A wonderful way to forget the outside world. A very absorbing course. I’m really pleased with my finished basket . The course is a great addition to any ‘bucket list’."

David Utley reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Welcomed on arrival by Adrian, Andy & Debbie. An excellent and well explained course with assistance where needed to make a rams head poker.Tea, coffee & biscuits on arrival ,hot lunch , coffee & cake after work whats not to enjoy."

Suzanne reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This is a really well run course. It was nicely paced with lots of individual tuition when needed and clear explanation of each stage. We came away with some lovely flowers and a huge feeling of achievement. Oh, and very full tummies because the food was amazing!"

Melanie Towne reviewed: Fused glass Christmas decorations (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"Clear tuition giving lots of cutting techniques & frequent support. Huge range of glass products to personalise your items or you could follow his demonstration pieces exactly. It was an enjoyable, busy, focused day which passed too quickly. I made 11 decorations but you could make however many you had time for."

Stephen Seidler reviewed: "2 Crafts in 1 Day!" 1-2-1 woodturning & pottery experience for 1 person

"Highly enjoyable day with excellent tuition. I managed to turn a finial to use as a Christmas decoration never having used a lathe before and did a range of pottery activities which were great fun."

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

"We're really pleased you enjoyed your experience and it was lovely to see you hadn't forgotten how to throw on the wheel! Thank you for the lovely review :-)."