Latest reviews

Sue M reviewed: Fused glass workshop at The Butterfly Effect Studio near Halford

"I attended one of Helen’s 2 hour fused glass workshops and it was fabulous. She is a wonderful tutor who clearly knows how to bring out the artistic talent in everyone. Drawing on her expertise, Helen provided a rich assortment of materials for us to explore and use. The result was an array of items reflecting the individuals who crafted them and each one was simply beautiful - a lastingly memory of a joyous experience. With lots of tips and advice and clearly a passion for sharing her skills, Helen’s encouragement and enthusiasm for the medium shines through - I am now totally hooked! Thank you Helen :)"

Butterfly Effect Studio responded:

"Hi Sue, that’s a really thoughtful review, thanks for taking the time to submit it. It was so lovely to meet you at the village hall and I’m delighted you enjoyed it. It sounds like you’ll be taking your explorations into fused glass further so please just shout if I can help with anything. I think you’ve got ‘the glass bug!’, I did warn you, it’s addictive! Hope to see you at another workshop once things settle down with your busy schedule."

Olga brown reviewed: Kiln fired Enamelling with Katie Sanderson. Full day workshop

"Four of us have booked a full day’s course with Katie. Although some of us have already done some enamelling, we were delighted to find out a number of new (to us) techniques. Katie is very knowledgeable about her craft and is enthusiastic about passing the knowledge onto her students. She is incredibly well organised, creating a very safe working environment. We’ve all went away happily tired with a number of enamelled pieces. Thank you, Katie."

Katie Sanderson, enamel artist responded:

"Hi Olga, thank you so much for your very kind review. I hope to see you all again. Many thanks Katie"

Lauren V reviewed: One to One Candle Making Business One Day Course (Bexley -London)

"Thoroughly enjoyed the 1:1 business candle making course. Paula is exceptionally knowledgeable and passionate about her craft; I’m so glad I chose to do such a dedicated course before starting out. I feel well equipped to get started, from which waxes and wicks, which websites to use and all the labelling/legislation needed. A well structured course and a great way to learn everything at once."

Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co. responded:

"Hi Lauren, I look forward to seeing your new brand. All the best of luck. Paulaxx"

Ella reviewed: Soap and Cosmetics Business Compliance Course (Selling your Soaps legally)

"This course answers all the questions I had in mind before beginning the course. Learnt a lot and will follow Paula's generous advise to complete the compliance required to sell my soaps. Great Course, well worth the money."

Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co. responded:

"Hi Ella, I am so pleased you found all the answers you were looking for and are now ready for the next step. Good luck! Paula"

Fran Williams reviewed: Soap and Cosmetics Business Compliance Course (Selling your Soaps legally)

"I would recommend this course without any hesitation, the course covered everything I needed to know to sell my soaps and I am so pleased I found Paula, she even covered marketing and branding tips. I now have the knowledge to take the next steps towards starting my own cosmetics business. Thank you so much."

Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co. responded:

"Thanks Fran, good luck in your new adventure. Paula"

Henry Wallace reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Excellent day spent making a Japanese style cleaver with Jon - his expertise and knowledge really shone through and helped us to make a really unique but functional tool over the course of the day. Jon was incredibly friendly and kind and made sure that the day passed without issue, rectifying any mistakes we made but making sure that we were still fully in control of how the knife turned out. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking into it."

Kirstian reviewed: Fused glass workshop at The Butterfly Effect Studio near Halford

"Really enjoyed this day long glass fusing class. I left with a wide range of items made and ready to be fired. I had tried fusing in the past but was able to try new techniques and really loved the laid back atmosphere. My friend attended and we had a great catch up whilst being creative and enjoying tea and lovely cake!"

Butterfly Effect Studio responded:

"Hi Kirstian, thank you for taking the time to submit this review and I’m delighted you both enjoyed it. I hope your family are also enjoying using their beautiful handmade dishes, they were beautifully unique. I agree, the homemade cake was delicious (but sadly not homemade by me!) but glad you enjoyed that too, just a little something to keep creativity flowing!"

Corinna Miller reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"My husband did this course as I gifted it to him for his birthday. His review is as follows: Jon gave me lots of options on what kind of knife to make, which was great. We worked hard all day and he was very informative and skilled. His wife's cooking was delicious and plentiful and we definitely worked up an appetite! Jon was a great teacher, amazingly patient with me, and helpful at every turn. Plus, he was just a great guy to chat with! Unbelievable experience! Highly recommend it to everyone interested."

Helen Lord reviewed: Spoon Carving Taster Session

"Had a great time at the Radical Bakers Festival in Shropshire last weekend and thoroughly enjoyed carving a spoon with Mike. He was excellent as a teacher, very patient and very thorough in his demonstration of different carving techniques and very much with health and safety in mind at all times. I had a great time and now have a new-found admiration for the makers of the humble wooden spoon. I never knew so much work went in to making one. Thank you Mike."

Tina reviewed: Candlemaking for FUN! Making candles to gift

"Thank you so much for a lovely morning, course was so much fun and Jo was absolutely amazing. I totally recommend this course and I cannot wait to book for the business course x"

The White Candle Company responded:

"Thank you so much Tina. I've passed your message onto Jo and she's thrilled you had a good time. Look forward to meeting you in the New Year. Best wishes, Jo (the other one!)"

Jess reviewed: Beginner's Candle Making Private Workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"Brilliant course. Sarah is so knowledgable! There was enough theory to I stand the process & came home with a great array of candles! Definitely looking at doing a festive course"

Candle by Events responded:

"Hi Jess, really pleased you enjoyed the workshop, you would be welcome to one of our Christmas workshops! Kind regards, Sarah"

Chris Gould reviewed: Copper Foil Technique Stained Glass

"Being in a class of 2 meant we had individual tuition and attention. The day was relaxed and well paced. I achieved far more than I thought I was capable of without feeling pressured. Thank you Amanda for such a lovely day - and for starting us on another stream of crafting!"

Dragonfly Glass Art responded:

"Hi Chris, Thanks for taking the time to write a review! It was lovely to meet both you and Amy yesterday. Hope you enjoy taking up stained glass, and if you do get stuck- just give me a call!! All the best, Amanda x"

Nicolle reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Amazing course, we had the most fantastic day. Worth every penny. We will definitely come again for another experience."

Viktoria reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Everything was amazing and terrific fun. Way beyond any expectations that I might have had. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm. I have come away with a beautiful knife and wonderful memories ."

Claire Carley reviewed: Silver Clay Jewellery - Beginner - 3 Hours - One to One

"This was my third workshop with Rachel and it did not disappoint. Rachel is very knowledgeable and guides you through the whole process. I was able to try different techniques and was really pleased with my results. I wish I could play in Rachel's workshop every day!"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thanks so much Claire. You’re such a star. x"

Amy reviewed: Copper Foil Technique Stained Glass

"This was a brilliant day where I feel like I not only came away with things I was very proud of but I learned a load of techniques. I am hooked on a new hobby thanks to Amanda's great tuition. I would recomend this course to everyone. Thank you Amanda"

Dragonfly Glass Art responded:

"Thanks for your the review- glad you had a good day!!! If you need any help/ advice in the future, just get in touch! Amanda x"

Heather Pinto reviewed: Make your own shavehorse with Gedwood

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course, great tuition and a useful bit of kit at the end! Would recommend."

Gedwood responded:

"Thank you Heather. Enjoy your fine shavehorse! ?"

Marie reviewed: Using metal leaf with watercolours

"Excellent tutor and the course is suitable for all levels. It is relaxed and fun but also full of information. I thoroughly enjoyed it."

Liz Chaderton Artist responded:

"So pleased you enjoyed it! I loved the work everyone did. We were lucky with some nice wether to set off the beautiful surroundings too. Thank you for the lovely review, Liz"

Melanie reviewed: Upholstery workshop afternoons - bring your own project

"A great day, this was my first attempt and managed to strip and re-upholster four 1970’s dining chairs."

Sam reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Fantastic atmosphere! Welcoming tutor, encouraging and great item to take home!"

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Thank you for your review, I am glad you enjoyed the course ?."

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

"Excellent session & lovely day. Tejal is a really good teacher/demonstrater and was really open to allowing students to exercise their own creativity within the bounds of what was possible in one day. Really great and im now looking for ways to take this forwards as a hobby."

Tina Green reviewed: Cold Process Soap Making- Wild Garden Inspired

"Fantastic day, I would highly recommend this class. Rachel was lovely, friendly and made everyone feel relaxed and welcome. Instructions were very clear and we were guided through every step for the making of our first soap then encouraged to have a go ourselves with Rachel nearby to offer advice and help. Lots of lovely products to bring home cant wait to use them."

maryanne tank reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"What a great workshop to learn and try out the raku process. Perfect group size so you get to meet and chat with new people and Richard is very encouraging of helping you to create se fabulous outcomes and tellkng you about the history of raku and how some of the of the results are achieved. I have enjoyed this workshop twice now and it really is something different, the bonus being that you come away with unique pots to keep. Cannot wait to join again. THANKS"

Potterydayz responded:

"Many thanks for taking the time to review your experience at the raku course recently. I'm glad you enjoyed the experience and the results. Look forward to seeing you again soon."

Louise Miller reviewed: Felt Making Pictures (Halifax)

"I was bought this class as a mother's day present from my son. I have done some felting before and needed help to progress with my skills. Despite also having a complete beginner in on the same day, Jo tailored her teaching for both our needs and guided us to create our own individual pieces. With lots of different materials available I was able to experiment with textures and fabrics in a way that I can't at home, giving me insight into what I might want to try in future. I left with a piece of work I am very happy with, and some new skills and ideas. A fun and informative class. Thank you Jo"

Jackie reviewed: Beginners spoon carving

"This was an excellent beginner course despite the weather. Nick was very knowledgeable and it easy to follow instructions. The cake and refreshments were spot on for such a wet day."

Gosman Spoon Co. responded:

"Thank you so much Jackie. We’re so glad you enjoyed the day. If you need further help to find information on our website, just email :) Best wishes Nick & Debbie"