Latest reviews

Lesley-Ann Fenton reviewed: Woven bag workshop workshop with Rachel Davies

"A very enjoyable workshop. Rachel is an excellent teacher giving clear instructions and offering guidance and help if needed. I loved my woven bag and now have the knowledge and a little experience to make more for friends and family"

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Lesley-Ann, thankyou very much for your review, I do appreciate it. I hope you will make more bags now! Very best wishes, Rachel "

Dirk reviewed: Building and weaving a side chair at The Quiet Workshop

"Five days of chair making with StJohn at the Quiet Workshop was as close to woodworking heaven as you can get! StJohn readily shares his font of knowledge, expertise and enthusiasm, of chairmaking and woodwork in general, interrupted only by fabulous meals and refreshments provided by Bryony. And what a fabulous setting! I'll be back for more."

The Quiet Workshop responded:

"Dirk, thank you so much! What an absolutely lovely review. We really enjoyed having you in the workshop. I don’t think you needed much help to build a chair - I’m sure your next five will go very easily! We look forward to seeing you again. Best wishes, StJohn & Bryony"

Mel reviewed: Thatching for beginners with South West Thatching

"Absolutely awesome! Toby was fabulous and was just the right amount of help and guidance. The location is also stunning and the whole day was just 10/10. "

South West Thatching responded:

"Was a pleasure meeting you guys, you all took to it really well and made my job so much easier. "

Varsha reviewed: Beginners Silver Jewellery Course

"This is a fantastic beginners course, and excellent value for money. Mark who runs the course is very knowledgeable, patient and creative. Made 2 beautiful pieces in the time. Can take designs of your choice to recreate. "

Edward Hardy reviewed: Stained glass suncatcher workshop - Full Day

"Present for my wife and me, it was a wonderful experience, great teacher, lots of fun, would go again "

Seaview Studio responded:

"It was a delight to teach you and Alice and I am so glad you both enjoyed the day. You both made beautiful sun catchers with lovely glass choices and aced the class. "

Sue reviewed: Cracket! 2 Day hand tool woodworking - build a cracket stool for beginners

"Brilliant course for an absolute novice. Careful explanation of the basics and of more refined techniques to achieve a completed piece of furniture in the time. Never having done woodworking before I learned how to make a stool using wood and a little glue only and using only a few hand tools. I am delighted"

Carole Sheridan reviewed: Lino printing for beginners

"I did a lino printing session at the Galleria yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed myself. Our tutor was so helpful and really explained the processes clearly. Will definitely be booking to go again."

Tania reviewed: Brush Calligraphy Workshop - Saturday Afternoons

"A friend and I had an excellent and enjoyable afternoon being taught brush calligraphy. We were given resources and practice sheets which allowed us to practice the different strokes and letters. Jenny was a great, patient teacher who spent time with each of us. We came away full of enthusiasm for continuing to use this skill and perhaps go on more courses. I would recommend this course!"

Jen Roffe responded:

"Thanks so much Tania, I'm delighted you and Ellie enjoyed the workshop so much. You will get so much pleasure from continuing your calligraphy practice, it'll go on all manner of cards and invitations now! Enjoy! Jen "

Lorraine reviewed: Sea Glass Jewellery Making Course - One day course (Reading)

"Great course, very enjoyable and well organised. I made some lovely pieces of jewellery and cannot wait to practice at home."

Angela Adams reviewed: Handmade books - Introductory workshop

"A well-delivered and well-paced course. Great for beginners with little or no book-making knowledge. The small group of four allowed Suzy to help each person when required. This lady knows what she's doing and it was clear Suzy had taught this subject/course before due to her attention to detail. "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Angela. I'm really glad you enjoyed the workshop and hope you are happy with your lovely books. "

Angela Hopper reviewed: Sea Glass Jewellery Making Course - Merseyside.

"The session was well organised and really enjoyable. Carol's demonstration and instruction on how to drill sea glass was clear. She had lots of examples to inspire our imagination. I came away with some new earrings, a necklace and lots of ideas for my sea glass - once I've mastered the art of drilling!"

Sarah reviewed: Watercolour Greetings Cards

"The course was really enjoyable. You didn’t need to have any previous experience. It was really relaxed and I came away feeling like I learnt something new. Would definitely recommend it. "

Charlotte cline reviewed: Two days wood carving class

"We had the best time on this course, learning how to create wonderful wooden carved sculptures. Seb was a wonderful teacher who supported our ambitious projects. Highly recommended. "

SBCW responded:

"Thank you so much Charlotte It was lovely to work with all of you, Such all talented ladies. All the best Seb"

Helen Liebscher reviewed: Marvellous Mosaic one day workshop

"My friend and I had such a lovely day. Lyndsey is a brilliant teacher, encouraging, friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic! She is sensitive to the students needs and steps in with advice at the appropriate time. I can 100% recommend this course."

Lindsey Kennedy Portfolio responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review, Helen. Thank you for taking time to share your thoughts on the day, it is appreciated. It was so lovely to meet you and Philippa, and very pleased you enjoyed it so much. Maybe you have been bitten by the mosaic bug! "

Ingrid Katarina Karlsson reviewed: Mosaic day workshop- Learn mosaic techniques with Professional Artist Coralie Turpin - South Yorkshire.

"I went on a day’s workshop Sunday 5th May. It’s a long time since I did something out of the box for my own development. It was absolute great, I just lost myself in what I was doing and enjoyed all the new things to learn. A lovely large airy studio with plenty of light, and a fabulous buffet of mosaics available to pick from. The room was full of people, yet peaceful and a relaxing atmosphere. I really look forward to doing more of this. "

Coralie Turpin Artist responded:

"Thank you Ingrid, it was lovely to share the skills and materials with you. I’m glad you had a wonderful day. 😊"

Julie Kembrey reviewed: Woven bag workshop workshop with Rachel Davies

"Fabulous 4 hours. Great instruction , friendly and informative. Endless tea, coffee and cake. Came away with a completed woven bag. Would definitely book another workshop with Rachel "

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Julie, thank you very much for such a lovely review, I'm so glad you really enjoyed it. Your bag looked so nice and I'm glad you are pleased with it! Very best wishes, Rachel ."

Steve & Reece reviewed: Whittling Workshop

"Excellent course, a delayed Christmas present from my son. Great setting in the woods, good instruction throughout, all relaxed and friendly, would recommend. "

Sarah reviewed: Beginners candle making workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"A morning of fun, info and lovely candles. Sarah made sure everyone made a variety of candles using different techniques. A lovely relaxed atmosphere. Thank you."

Candle by Events responded:

"Thank you Sarah, really pleased you enjoyed the workshop. "

Anne Marlow reviewed: Glass Fusing Essentials for Beginners - Fusion inclusion with Vitreus Art

"I had a fantastic day learning about glass fusion and inclusion with Jenny. Thank you for such care and inspiration, with tailored teaching for my interests and a lovely environment. I will definitely be booking again ☺️ "

Vitreus Art responded:

"Thanks for your review Anne - it was a pleasure having you in the studio. KR Mike"

Julia reviewed: Colour loves colour. Acrylic painting.

"A very enjoyable day with Laura, mixing, playing with colour and putting our new knowledge into practical use. I particularly liked the bias towards abstraction, and although I didn’t manage to develop this aspect as far as I’d like to during the class, Laura gave us lots of tips and information which I’ll be working on when painting at home. "

Laura Donaldson responded:

"Thanks so much for the review Julia, It was lovely to see your work on the day and I'm so glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful. I'm thinking of delivering a class specifically devoted to the development of abstract work so will let you know when these are online. I feel that a whole day for colour, and a whole day for abstract work will give more time for each as they are both huge subjects. I'd love to welcome you back to the studio in the future."

📸 reviewed: Macro photography workshop in the field

"Perfect tutor! Had a wonderful time and learned lots. Thank you for the lesson! "

Kirk Mason Photography responded:

"Thanks Ben, I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself today! You were a fantastic student - fully engaged and applied what I taught fantastically! Thank you so much for your kind review. I hope to see you for another session in the future when you've played with your new gear and have lots of questions! Cheers, Kirk"

Myra Raine reviewed: Potter's wheel pottery - half day course Siramik

"Found this experience far better than I thought I might! Yoka is a lovely teacher, very clear with her instructions. You learn about the clay and some of the process at the start which I appreciated. Then onto throwing the 4 or 5 pots, each one becoming slightly easier. Reflecting on the morning afterwards, realised that it's Yoka herself who really delivers such a fun and inspiring morning. I'm not surprised her full courses are well booked in advance! I want to do it again!! "

Hari reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"A great day that absolutely flew by! Alan is a patient and calm teacher, happy to answer any questions throughout the day. I was able to come away with a lovely spoon and a new obsession for spoon carving! There were plenty of tea breaks and homemade dishes cooked to perfection by Sim who very kindly gifted some freshly homegrown vegetables at the end of the day. I would recommend this workshop to anyone!"

A Marriott reviewed: The Garden Plant Support

"It was an excellent morning making a willow plant support. Beautiful location in a woodland setting. Would definitely return to make something else or even another plant support. Highly recommended. "

Clare reviewed: Willow Trug Workshop in the Woods

"I really enjoyed the course and came away with a wonderful basket I made myself! I still can’t believe I made the basket in that timeframe - I highly recommend the course for anyone interested in getting started with basket making"