Latest reviews

Lowell reviewed: Easter Bunny & Snow Hare Needle Felting Kit (inc make-along video)

"Masterful, lovely, and from the heart."

Laura reviewed: Tree of Life Wirework and Bead Workshop

"Had a lovely evening participating in the online tree of life wirework and bead workshop. I came out with some great pieces and felt I had learnt a lot of skills. Melanie running the workshop was very friendly and explained everything very clearly going at a pace that suited me. I would 100% recommend this to anyone."

Metallix responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review, Laura. I hope you use the skills you’ve learned in future wire sculptures. x"

Melanie Langton-Davies reviewed: Hand Embroidery Workshop with Kate Barlow - 1930's Whitework

"Everything about this course was perfect, the location, the tutor and the content. Learnt so much and would attend a course again without hesitation. Good for beginners and improvers."

Alex Langran reviewed: Firebird Forge Blacksmithing School

"Had a great day at the Firebird Forge with Mort, he is very knowledgeable and a fantastic teacher. I was bought this as a present and absolutely loved it, finished the day having made an axe head which was definitely a challenge!! I will definitely be back again in the future."

Firebird Forge responded:

"Cheers for the review Alex. I'm glad you liked the day and I'd be happy to welcome you back whenever you want. Many thanks, Mort."

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

"Highly recommended; Paul is a great teacher, his teaching skills were impressive and Natalie is a great fantastic designer with such beautiful ideas; I enjoyed the workshop very much, it was my first experience working with glass and cannot believe to have produced a beautiful outcome. The course is held in a beautiful and calm atmosphere, lunch was so yummy and beautiful served. All in all, I had a very beautiful day and I definitely want to come back! Thank you so much Natalie and Paul for a great experience, for all the knowledge you shared and for just giving us an amazing day, with lots of love, Petra from St Ives, Cambridgeshire xx"

Adrian Burholt reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"A really good day spent learning a new skill, having fun and coming home with something useful (a sharp knife). Excellent teaching and guidance all throughout the day. Highly recommended."

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Adrian Burholt reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"A really good day spent learning a new skill, having fun and coming home with something useful (a sharp knife). Excellent teaching and guidance all throughout the day. Highly recommended."

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

"My family and I had the most fantastic day on Steve's one-day Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels. He made true artistes out of us all!! He was both patient and very good at explaining the process and helping us all to create some beautiful pieces - none of us had ever done it before! Would highly recommend it. Had a beautiful Sunday roast too - the perfect day!"

Ana reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I attended this frame loom weaving workshop with Alice and it was fantastic! I enjoyed it like a kid, lots of excitement, choosing the colours, the textures, the artistic part of it, the learning of different techniques of weaving and all in one day! Highly recommended for yourself and if you want to share it with someone and spend the day out together. Thank you Alice for your patience and for sharing your knowledge with us xx PS I have a lovely piece of my creativity hanging on my wall thanks to your :)"

Bobby Aspey reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"This one day workshop was a gift from my family. As an experienced teacher myself, I found it refreshing to see that Alex (blacksmith) had a great approach to learning/modelling/teaching. He allowed me, a complete novice the opportunity to try out a vast array of skills throughout the day. His timing on intervention was perfect, never allowing me to flounder but sufficient time to gain necessary momentum at each step along the way. I was astounded by the chestnut pan roaster, designed and finished in the time given. It’s a gorgeous piece of artwork, sturdy and made to last, thanks to his excellent guidance. Superb day!"

Chalk Pit Forge responded:

"Thanks for the great review Bobby. I'm really happy you enjoyed the day, learnt lots and are happy with what you made. All the best Alex"

Dan Hallam reviewed: Seaglass jewellery workshop at Sea & Solder, Dorset.

"Jules' workshop day ticked all the boxes to allow me to design/build a special ring. Great day and I've walked away with something that will be in my life forever."

Sea & Solder responded:

"Dan you made great wedding band, Im so pleased you could join us to make something so special during one of our workshops."

Tracy Revill reviewed: Blind Embossing: lino printing without inks, in Derbyshire

"I have attended Liz’s workshops before. I love being creative but lack confidence. Liz always makes the experience accessible and fun. What’s more, the outcome is always better than I expected. Today I am very proud of ‘Chubby Owl ?’, which is all thanks to Liz and my fellow attendee Claire, who brought some amazing owl sketches to fire my imagination. I would recommend this course as a great one to start with if you’ve not done one before"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Tracy, As ever, it was lovely to work with you at The Slipper Studio. Your pieces are lovely and unique, including your curvaceous owl and I hope they are well received. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Adele Holman reviewed: Beginner's Cupcake Decorating

"This is a great course. Jane is a nice friendly tutor who guides you through the different skills and techniques patiently. The finished cakes look amazing! The location is lovely too and Jane and Paul are very welcoming and create a very relaxing atmosphere with cups of tea and biscuits and cakes on arrival and during the break. I would definitely recommend this course."

Tara House Bakery responded:

"Many thanks Adele for your positive feedback to your course at Tara House Bakery, which you attended with your friend this morning. We are pleased you enjoyed the experience and found a relaxing atmosphere in which to develop your cake decorating skills. We look forward to seeing you both at a future course. Thank you for the recommendation."

Loraine reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"A lovely relaxing day sculpting an animal of our choice. Nice working in a group of seven. Kate does a wonderful job, ensuring we all keep on track and leave with something lovely at the end of the day. Refreshments on-demand and delicious lunch. Highly recommended."

Claire Hagon reviewed: Silver Stacking Rings Workshop; with Lindsay Forbes of Laconic; Durham

"The course was pitched at the right level. The Tutor was patient and made time for each person. It was interesting and the techniques were clearly explained. The equipment was provided and I came away with some great jewellery. Thank you."

Bench Box responded:

"Thanks for the review Claire, it's great that you enjoyed making some fabulous silver rings!"

Charlotte C reviewed: Candle making workshops for beginners - St Albans, Hertfordshire

"Thoroughly enjoyed the workshop & learnt a lot about the candle making process. Anne was very knowledgeable & answered any questions I had. Would highly recommend this & will definitely be returning! Thanks again, Charlotte."

Eleanor Duffy reviewed: Fused glass workshops for all

"Karen was very friendly and welcoming. She gave just the right amount of direction and guidance and so there was soich lovely art work to get inspired by. I had a lovely time and I would highly recommend it"

Pauline reviewed: Necklaces, handmade beads, ancient fresco-style, papiermache recipe

"A lovely relaxing day taking time out to do something different and to learn a new skill. Eleanor is very calm and welcoming and guides you into creating something beautiful and unique. Lovely lunch too! Thankyou for a great day."

Lynne reviewed: Necklaces, handmade beads, ancient fresco-style, papiermache recipe

"A wonderful, interesting day. I love what I have made."

jackie Rizzo reviewed: Painting with wool & silk fibres - Feltmaking

"Great workshop, thank you."

Heather Higgins reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"Excellent content and tuition today on my course with Barbara, I feel far more confident now and I’m really pleased with both my practice and my finished pieces. Such a lovely enjoyable afternoon!"

Leonie reviewed: A One-day Feltmaking Course to Make a Fabulous Felt Hat in the Beautiful Forest of Dean.

"Had a fantastic time with Christine as a surprise present from my sister. I'm not a crafter but had great fun with the felt-making process from start to finish and made a rather good hat even if I say so myself haha. Christine was great fun and the whole day was relaxed and enjoyable - highly recommended!"

Mick Stewart reviewed: Woodturning for beginners

"I did the 2-day course on consecutive days and this was wonderful and immersive. I had never done woodturning before and had a gift of tools and a mini lathe as a present. Stuart is a great teacher, and took me through the basics, including tool sharpening. The first day was theory etc, and apart from making lots of shavings and dust, I only started on my first item; a dibber. The next day was a quick recap then on to more items. I created 4 in total, with growing complexity as my skills developed. I had a great time with Stuart, the chat never stopped, the food/coffee good, the workshop ideal and cosy. I, without hesitation, would thoroughly recommend this course. Thanks, Stuart for a great time."

The Scottish Woodturner responded:

"Thanks Mick. The course sounds so good I may book one myself. All the best with your future turnings. Stuart."

Jacquie reviewed: Paint pouring with tea & cake

"I really enjoyed doing the paint pouring with Dina. She explained everything very well and demonstrated the different pours that we could try. I was very pleased with my three canvasses and the tea and cake were great too!"

Drusilla Kenney reviewed: A One-day Feltmaking Course to Make a Fabulous Felt Hat in the Beautiful Forest of Dean.

"We spent a thoroughly lovely day with Christine, playing with colour and texture, chatting, laughing and creating, with frequent coffee and tea and an excellent homemade lunch. From my original enquiry - this was a special surprise birthday present for my sister - Christine was enthusiastic, helpful and accommodating. We are both crafting novices. Christine was happy to be flexible and we made our final decision on the day to make felt hats (but were tempted too by the slippers and bags on show). Although we both chose the same style as inspiration, our results were totally different and utterly personal. We have made very special memories with Christine - and very special, individual hats!"