I've been teaching for over 20 years and building things out of wood for a lot longer! I started running stool-making and woodworking classes about 5 years on a rather ad hoc basis. I was asked to run small ‘masterclasses’ in a local school and then ran classes in other people’s workshops. We moved to dedicated workshops of our own in 2023 to run courses full time.
Lunch and snacks on the course are made by Bryony who trained at Le Cordon Bleu as a patisserie chef!
"I had a brilliant couple of days making a stool and am delighted with the outcome! StJohn was very patient throughout, and gave me the space to try things myself and provided help at all the right times.
Lunch and cakes provided by Bryony were delicious! Would thoroughly recommend."
The Quiet Workshop responded:
"Thanks so much for your review Chris. It was lovely having you in the workshop; great work and great company.
Best wishes,
StJohn & Bryony,"
"Overall, the chair-making course is a really great experience. StJohn and Bryony are superb hosts that make the week an enjoyable time to spend in a workshop. I learned a lot during the week and feel confident that with a minimal set of tools I could get into making more furniture in the future. "
"Overall, the chair-making course is a really great experience. StJohn and Bryony are superb hosts that make the week an enjoyable time to spend in a workshop. I learned a lot during the week and feel confident that with a minimal set of tools I could get into making more furniture in the future. "
"I had a fantastic time with StJohn and Bryany on the five day sidechair course. This was bought for me as a gift on the suggestion of a friend. The materials and instruction were top notch, not to mention the amazing cakes!
I would recommend these great courses to anyone.
Everytime I look at my chair I will remember a very enjoyable week with fun people. "
The Quiet Workshop responded:
"Thanks Karl!
We had a great week too! You made a lovely chair and brought a great sense of humour to the workshop.
Thanks again.
S&B"
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