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Ruth Alecock reviewed: Lino Printing Day with Oxford Linocut Workshops

"Claire is an excellent teacher and made me feel calm and at ease right from the start. Everything was well set up in a beautiful setting and Claire went at a good pace, with well-timed breaks throughout. Claire has made me discover a new passion and I look forward to doing more linocut prints. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in discovering more about this wonderful craft. Very good value also."

Ralph Aarken reviewed: Stained glass leading for beginners

"Great 4 day course with Jamal. Many craft courses intend much and never achieve a finished article.... Jamal has simplified the process so you can take away a finished piece at the end of 4 days AND learn all the basics of how to cut, paint and lead-up stained glass. Thoroughly recommend his tuition and course."

Stained Glassic responded:

"Thanks very much!!!"

Olivia reviewed: Creating a Viking knife an introduction to forging and knife making at Bearded Pig Forge

"I would highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to have a go at something new! Spike was a brilliant instructor. Really helpful, friendly and extremely knowledgeable (I learnt some really interesting facts from him!) Couldn’t fault the day at all. 10/10 would recommend!"

Natalie reviewed: Origami Stars

"A relaxed, informal craft session. Wendy was friendly and welcoming."

Weronika reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"This was such an amazing experience, Mike was incredibly patient and helpful, and Jack was just adorable."

Rachael Dawson reviewed: 5 Day Professional Furniture Refinishing Workshop - Traditional & Contemporary

"I thoroughly enjoyed the French Polishing workshop with Ollie which I recently attended. Ollie is extremely patient and has a huge amounts of experience and knowledge of working with different types of furniture from various periods. His knowledge of wood and materials is vast and he is great at explaining different techniques. The course is really practical and it was great to be able to get hands on so quickly and develop the skills and confidence to be able to continue to do more restoration projects in the future. I look forward to going back, learning more techniques with even bigger and better projects..!"

Rachel Frost reviewed: Ecodyeing - a full day introduction to leaves, rust, heat and fabric alchemy!

"Judy is warm and friendly and an excellent teacher. The day was well prepared and I had a great time experimenting under her watchful, expert eye. I took away two printed silk scarves which I will enjoy using and a couple of fabric samples which I know I can sew into something useful. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to anyone who wants to try something a bit different, learn a new skill and have a fun day out."

Judy P. dye - print - weave responded:

"I am really glad that you enjoyed the day Rachel and that you liked the results. Your choice of lengthwise fold for the silk scarves was great, and reminded me to use that design myself. I hope that you keep going with ecodyeing techniques."

Emma Rowsell reviewed: Tree Stump Planter Workshop - Sculpture Workshop Using Pal Tiya Premium

"An amazing workshop introducing the sculpting medium, Pal Tiya. Bob and Joe are wonderful teachers, very knowledgeable and easy-going. I highly recommend :)"

Janette Kirk-Willis reviewed: Introductory soap making workshop

"What a fabulous course, I learned how to make soap from the very knowledgable Nic who is a really great teacher, so well prepared, kind and patient. There's nothing she doesn't know about her subject. A really great morning. Also some wonderful Christmas presents made!"

Boo Cottage Botanicals responded:

"Thanks so much Janette for a lovely review. I really enjoyed our morning together, chatting about all our crafty projects - thank you for being a fabulous student!"

Sarah T. reviewed: French Polishing & Woodcare - 2 Day Beginners/Intermediate Workshop

"I can highly recommend Ollie at OP Woodcraft. Ollie is highly professional, friendly and an excellent teacher. Ollie is extremely approachable and generous with his all of his knowledge and experience. I recently attended the 2 day French Polishing course and came away feeling so much more confident and with 2 fabulous tables which had been stripped back, stained and French polished to a high standard over the duration of the 2 days. Thank you Ollie and I hope to be back again before too long! ?"

Harriet Coombs reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"I had SO much fun at this class! I saw Alice’s studio over a year ago and have been wanting to learn macrame for a long while. I didn’t want to do an online class and had a gift card for me birthday, Alice fitted me in quickly. The class was easy to follow and Alice was so helpful and supportive throughout. Absolutely recommend her for everything weaving and macrame based! She also has some beautiful pieces for sale. So proud of my work and thoroughly enjoyed my class! Absolutely recommend!!"

Delia Jackson reviewed: Five day woodwork course - tools

"I cannot speak highly enough of the course. I arrived with no prior knowledge of woodworking and left with a fantastic step stool which I had made. Richard and Mark are so patient and no question is too trivial - they help you and explain every step. Thank you both - you have given me the enthusiasm and confidence to continue on my woodworking road and I look forward to seeing you again in March for Course 2!"

Jan Rogerson reviewed: Create Tiny Wire & Paper Bird Sculptures in Derbyshire

"Fantastic day with Liz doing the Tiny bird sculptures. We enjoyed every minute of our day in such a beautiful home and location. Liz was a perfect host and tutor. She inspired us from the moment we arrived with her enthusiasm and knowledge. We left with huge smiles on our faces and our tiny creations which I have proudly put on display in my flat. Thank you so much Liz for a wonderful day. Regards Jan"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Jan, Thanks for taking the time to review your workshop. It was a lovely, fun day working with you both and you created some great pieces. Hope you have sometime to continue making over the next few weeks. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Helen Chambers reviewed: Tree Stump Planter Workshop - Sculpture Workshop Using Pal Tiya Premium

"We had a great day with Bob and Joe. It was great to discover a new medium to sculpt with, I'm dedinitely a pal tiya convert and have been plotting new projects to try out. Lovely workshop with lovely people playing with mud, what more does one need!"

Ruth Gatward reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Amazing relaxing day. Jo provided good clear instructions even a beginner could follow. Absolutely wonderful day in a beautiful setting."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Ruth ;-) I'm so pleased you enjoyed the day and found the instructions easy. I do work on refining the details to ensure absolute beginners do achieve a sculpture they are proud of. Hope to see you again, kind regards Jo x"

Rachel reviewed: Stained glass leading for beginners

"Just come back from a four-day workshop with Jamal, so glad now that I chose this over the one day course! Jamal took us through the process, step by step with useful hints as we went along. The course had the option of working on my own project or using a premade design, and Jamal was on hand to give advice on how to develop the piece when needed. Really enjoyed the week and would recommend it for both beginners and ‘experts’."

Stained Glassic responded:

"Thanks very much!!!"

Justine Halifax reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"I attended the batik painting course with my teenage daughter and we had a fabulous time. Barbara was wonderful, very patient, very informative and very welcoming. We thoroughly enjoyed learning the art of batik under her expert tuition and we would love to return to do other courses with her, including her alcohol inks course. I would highly recommend Barbara's courses."

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"Thank you for the fabulous review Justine, I am so pleased that you and Milly enjoyed your day and created such lovely batik paintings. I will look forward to teaching you alcohol inks in the future :-) ."

Darren reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"We did this in July 2021. Ged rearranged the date to accommodate us (due to the pandemic). Making the stool from scratch was really eye opening to the efforts craftspeople made before machines took over. He’s was very informative but gave us space and time to develop our stool at our own pace."

Celia reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Great fun making a stool. Ged was great explaining and demonstrating each stage before letting us do ours. It was nice having the freedom to experiment and make our stools but also knowing Ged was there to help if we needed him. All of the tools we used were authentic and in great condition. Great fun with a final product to be proud of."

Gillian Day reviewed: One-to-one 3 day lampshade making masterclass including business startup guide for crafters

"I loved my 3 day lampshade making course with Moji, it was wonderful to be taught by such a professional with such patience and talent, sitting in her beautiful studio, surrounded by craft and being given a delicious lunch each day, it all made a very enjoyable and creative experience. I am thrilled with my 3 lampshades, all very different in style and technique, hard work but so satisfying and I can’t wait to get down to making some at home, following all the notes and photos that Moji has provided. With best wishes"

Moji Designs responded:

"Dear Gill, Thank you so much for you kind words. I feel so privileged to have met you and had the opportunity to teach you this amazing craft and I really enjoyed spending time with you. You created 3 beautiful lampshades so very well done for all your hard work! I am looking forward to seeing your future projects and please don't hesitate to get back to me if you have any questions. Take care and be safe! Lots of love Moji x"

FRed reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Bob was really friendly and a good teacher. He showed me how to do all the basics, and was really skilled himself. It was a great day and I want to book another session to improve my skills. Bob helped me make a toasting fork, with a curled handle, and a twist - and also he helped me add detail of a leaf. It was a really great thing to do. Thanks Bob!"

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

"Allison is generous with her vast knowledge, (which somehow she distilled into informative bite size chunks),....her time and her friendship. She goes above and beyond to make the day special for you, even staying in touch to help you get even more from the day. The products she helps you to make are really lovely, feeling all the more special for having made them. If Allison sold a starter kit, I would have definitely bought it from her, although she provides all her trusted suppliers......you everything you need to know to get started. Thank you for a wonderful day and the knowledge to make some great skincare products."

Maid in the Meadow responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Claire. I’m so glad you enjoyed your day in the workshop and love the products you made. It was a fun day! A starter kit is a great idea and i will definitely consider your idea going forward. Best wishes, Allison"

Geoff reviewed: Woodturning Experience Days - Come and spend a day turning your first bowl

"What a brilliant day . Stephen was a very professional and patient in his teaching . Left you get on with it , but was there every time to give advice when needed . Made 2 lovely bowls , thanks to the guidance of Stephen, would highly recommend."

Alison Fenwick reviewed: Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

"Quite expensive and it was over in a flash (most enjoyably) but the artworks I've produced with Steve's help will be a talking point for ever!"

J Denham reviewed: Chair Making Courses with Sussex Green Woodworking

"I bought my husband this course as a gift. He described it as one of the best and nicest he's ever had. Whilst he was away I hardly heard from him. He so enjoyed being tucked away in the woodland, communing with nature, working with traditional tools and techniques. It sounded almost zen like -leaving the mad modern world to concentrate on creating the chair. And what a chair it is! Beautiful and so comfortable. I have requested 5 more!! Danny was great to deal with to arrange the course. Matt described him as friendly, a superb teacher and he learned a lot over the week. Definitely worth booking and I've already recommended to everyone who admires and sits in the chair!"