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Angela reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - Buy 3 days and save.

"Sarah was great to work with. Every step was explained carefully and I feel I acquired plenty of knowledge to work on my own. It was also lovely to meet new people after the resent lock down in an extremely friendly atmosphere. Thoroughly enjoy and highly recommend particularly the afternoon cake. Angela"

Sarah Joseph reviewed: Traditional Leather Workshop (small leather goods)

"I wish I could give this workshop 6 stars ! I was lucky enough to have 1:1 tuition and could not believe what I managed to achieve in a day. Kingsley was flexible and extremely generous with his time and knowledge (and has great taste in music). The course was far from prescriptive and with no former experience I was able to make something slightly original. You could not find a better person to introduce you to leather !"

Lynn Hands reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Attended a 1 day workshop with Jo yesterday. Fantastic day, Jo is an excellent teacher giving very clear hands on instruction at every stage of the process. Lovely bright studio to work in and lots of sculpture to be seen in the garden. Drinks, biscuits and ice-cream all freely given throughout the day. Very pleased with the results and will most likely book a 2 day workshop to make something bigger for the garden. Would thoroughly recommend ."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Lynn! What a lovely week it's been. So glad you enjoyed the day and it would be great to see you here again for a Two Day workshop ;-) Jo xx"

Damien reviewed: Mandala drawing - Beginners

"My partner and I have just finished the beginner class with Kathryn. So insightful, so meditative, so slow.. completely immersed, a real pleasure! Kathryn distills her advice while letting us get into the depths of the mandala world. Again, a real pleasure and willingness to continue! Thanks Kathryn!"

Mandala Meadow responded:

"It was a lovely evening. I'm so pleased you both got so much out of it and I hope to see you for another class soon."

Julie reviewed: Candle Making Course with Belisama Candles (A Peta approved brand )

"Attended the candle making course with Sharon today. Sharon is so friendly and knowledgable, and explains the process really well. I loved the aromas of the candles we made. I can highly recommend this course. Thank you Sharon"

Laire reviewed: Candle Making Course with Belisama Candles (A Peta approved brand )

"What a fantastic morning and learning experience. It was money well spent. Sharon’s guidance and knowledge reflects her passion and expertise in the business. Would recommend this to any budding wax or candle enthusiast."

Karen Weingaertner reviewed: Introduction to Candle Making Workshop, Little Massingham, Norfolk

"A lovely relaxed atmosphere, very informative, hands on learning in a great location, easy parking, lunch and goodies to take home on the day, what more could you want - give it a go."

Miller & Ward responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Karen. It was a pleasure to meet you and I’m so happy you enjoyed the workshop."

Fiona Akins reviewed: One to one throwing sessions

"My daughter and I attended Karen's pottery class and had a great morning. The class was relaxed and informal, Karen talked us through the process of throwing the clay and demonstrated the process before letting us loose on the potters wheels. Throwing the clay is a lot harder than I thought it would be physically but would definitely have another go. Certainly would recommend a class with Karen. Was very impressed with the Covid procedures Karen has in place, felt a very safe environment, strict cleaning of utensils, no sharing of equipment, open window, hand sanitizer etc."

Lisa Davies reviewed: Introduction to Verre Églomisé

"Just finished this wonderful day course with Rachael - it was a LOT of fun! I, of course, chose quite an intricate image, but the result was gorgeous. Rachael was helpful, patient and accommodating - an excellent teacher. The gilding is tricky but very enjoyable and the etching is very rewarding when you see the final result. Very happy with this workshop and would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a creative day course or just to try something creatively different. Thanks Rachael!"

Rachael Milligan at Little Leaf Studio responded:

"Thank you for a wonderful day Lisa! I’m really glad you enjoyed it. I’m so pleased you were able to complete the etching today-it was indeed an intricate image, but the final result was superb! I’m looking forward to seeing it when it’s dried!"

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

"Had a brilliant day making a fused glass panel with Paul and Natalie. They were friendly, patient and the course was lots of fun! Well worth trying if you want to have a crafty day doing something creative. I was up here on a weeks holiday and decided to do a couple of craft courses at the last minute. Natalie was very helpful and accommodating and I am so glad I was able to try glass fusing. Excellent value for money too! Would highly recommend"

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Hello Lisa, Thank you for a fantastic review! You were a pleasure to have here, thank you for coming ? Hope you had a lovely holiday too! All the best! Natalie"

Rowan MacAuslan reviewed: Introduction to Silkscreen Printing in Cambridgeshire

"I loved this course and learnt so much that I would like to go back in about a year! I feel sufficiently confident to screen print at home on my own and the many hints and tips were so useful. A big thank you to Judith for such a wonderful day (loved her home made cake). I am more than happy to recommend this course to everyone."

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Many thanks Rowan, it was a pleasure to spend the day with you and I loved your beetle prints! Best wishes, Judith"

Sam reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"What a great course and lovely lady. Jo is so enthusiastic and really knowledgeable about what she does and is happy to share it all with you. I came away with some great tips, ideas and products that we made. Would highly recommend. Thanks Jo for a lovely day."

Abigail Ball reviewed: Silver Clay Beginners day

"Really interesting day, Louise was very friendly and her knowledge of silver clay was extensive. Made to feel very welcome despite the covid restrictions and I'm really chuffed with the jewellery I produced. Would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone interested in jewellery making. Many thanks Louise."

Louise Anne Designs responded:

"Thank you - I’m so glad you had a nice day it was lovely to meet you ?"

Jessika Haueis reviewed: Stained glass for beginners one day workshop

"I took a 2 day leaded stained glass class with Sharon and it was fantastic. I love the piece I made, and Sharon is a great teacher and lovely person. Absolutely planning to return for more projects!"

Manchester Stained Glass responded:

"Hi Jessika, Thank you for your review and kind words. I am very pleased you enjoyed the Stained glass for beginners weekend, and are enjoying the panel that you made :) It will be lovely to have you at the workshop again in the future. Take care Sharon :)"

Sally Barth reviewed: Wet felting workshop: Introduction to picture making in Henstridge near Stalbridge Dorset & Somerset

"Attended the wet felting workshop last week and I wasn’t disappointed. It isn’t the first course of Sally’s that I’ve attended and as previously it was so well organised. The joining instructions include everything you could possibly want to know beforehand and the course was specific to my needs. I came away with a piece of felting that I can further embellish with embroidery etc. I loved it and it was fun! Thank you. See you again xx"

Craft Workshops responded:

"Thank you Sally - it was lovely to see you again and your wet felted picture is great. Looking forward to seeing it in due course when it is fully finished. Sally x"

Peter Howard reviewed: Learn to turn in Snowdonia, North Wales - Full day

"My wife booked a one day wood turning course with Les a a surprise birthday present. Although I had acquired some knowledge of wood turning some years ago Les was able to show me skills using a bowl gouge that I had not seen beforehand. Les is a fantastic teacher and with his skilful and knowledgeable guidance I was able to complete the difficult task of turning a yarn bowl. I had a fantastic day working with Les in his workshop. Thanks Les"

Pren responded:

"Thank you so much for that, Peter. I thoroughly enjoyed working with you."

Janice Porter reviewed: Experience the Japanese art of raku using fire and flame

"The Raku course I attended yesterday, in Susanne’s beautiful garden, was a revelation and an inspiration. Raku was not something I would have ever thought of doing, but as an inspired Birthday gift, it was a delightful day. The two ladies, Janet and Susanne, who run the course were welcoming and presented the art of Raku in a very accessible way for an inexperienced student. Everything was explained very clearly and I was involved in the whole process from choosing and applying the glazes, to putting the pots into the kiln, then removing them into sawdust filled dustbins. Lunch and drinks were provided and the whole day was quite magical, especially when i was able to return home with the beautifully glazed pots I had made. A thouroughly lovely day. Thank you to you all."

Gone To Pot Ceramics responded:

"Hi Janice, thank you so much for your kind review. If you think there is anything at all we can improve on please let me know. We are always trying to make the day the best we can. If ever you want to try and make a pot yourself please get in touch. So lovely to meet you we all enjoyed the day too! despite it being so hot. Kind regards Janet"

Aimee reviewed: Glass blowing course - taster

"This course was fantastic! The guys there were so knowledgable, friendly, engaging and experienced. They guided us and enabled us to make some great items from glass. They made the experience interesting and fun and made sure we were safe and gave clear instructions which were easy to follow. We all enjoyed our morning there immensely and I would totally recomend this experience. We got loads out of it and was totally worth the price we paid."

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you so much for you review Aimee, it was a pleasure to meet you. We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us."

Alison M Lennox reviewed: Linocut one day workshop: one to one

"I had a wonderful day with Annette and was very pleased with what I took home. It was great to have all the attention rather than being in a bigger group where you might be struggling on on your own when someone else was being helped. it was a very friendly atmosphere in a lovely place and Annette and I chatted through the day, which was very nice. I learned an enormous amount in one day and lots of different techniques. Highly recommended."

Jan Floyd reviewed: One to One Candle Making Business One Day Course (Bexley -London)

"I did the 1 to 1 course with a friend and we had a fantastic teacher in Paula. We were lucky enough to be able to attend in person rather than over zoom and it is an amazing setting. The day was professional, informative, entertaining and gave us everything knowledge-wise we needed to start our own candle making business. Paula really knows her products and imparts so much useful information to help like minded people begin their set up in business. She also provides ongoing help as consultations and other workshops which complement the candle making. I feel we have made a friend and mentor Thank you Paula! xx"

Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co. responded:

"Thank you Jan, such a pleasure teaching you. I look forward to following your progress!. Paula"

Sue reviewed: The art of natural perfumery - weekend course

"I loved this course. It was a thoroughly lovely way to spend two days 'hands on' learning how to make an eau de cologne, eau de toilette and solid perfume. I will be buying some oils to keep practising at home. Rowan is a skilled and experienced teacher, who creates a relaxed atmosphere for her workshops - this is the second of her workshops I've attended, and I already have my eye on a third. The venue is beautiful. It's such a treat to be guided around Rowan's extensive herb gardens, munching on various leaves and flowers as you go. Thanks Rowan for a brilliant two days. I'll be back!"

Lyn reviewed: Pot throwing on the wheel for a Half Day

"What a lovely way to spend an afternoon . The session was friendly, informative and above all, fun. I don’t think I will be competing in The Pottery Throwdown any time soon, but it was a great day out. I would definitely recommend and will be back again."

Potterydayz responded:

"Glad you enjoyed the afternoon Lyn, see you again soon. Best wishes Richard"

Dawn Bradshaw reviewed: Willow lantern workshop kit

"Great gift for my god daughter with excellent communication and support. Would highly recommend x"

Willow and Crafts responded:

"Thankyou for the lovely feed back Dawn that is most kind All the best Jacquie"

Christa reviewed: Stained glass leading for beginners

"A very informative course. I learned a lot about the process steps of stained glass making. Jamal was a wonderful teacher he let us be creative while at the same time he supported us on our first attempt at making stained glass. We left the class with some lovely colourful glass art!"

Stained Glassic responded:

"Thank you very much Christa for your review."

cd whittaker reviewed: Stained glass leading for beginners

"Jamal is extremely knowledgeable, experienced and talented in this field. He has a very relaxed, personable delivery style and is able to convey the skills in a relaxed and yet focussed way. I thoroughly recommend anyone to sign up his courses. We had a great day and came away with works of art."

Stained Glassic responded:

"Thank you very much Dan for your review."