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

"My husband Chris and I did this fabulous course on 12 May. Jo and Andy made us all so welcome - (as did the 2 lovely friendly cockapoos!) We learnt so much during the day but it was still relaxed and fun. We now have a pair of medium sized hares that will go outdoors in a few days. Jo explained and demonstrated each step of the process fully and was always available to offer advice and help whenever needed. It's a fascinating thing to do, and so satisfying to come home with a beautiful item that you have made! I'd love to do a 2 day course but will have to wait until a space next year as all courses are very popular. It was a lovely group of people, the weather was perfect, Jo and Andy's garden is super and a great showplace for examples of Jo's work too. We were kept well refreshed too! Thank you Jo and Andy - and the group for a smashing day we'll remember for a long while. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Our pleasure Diana. It was lovely having you and Chris in the studio. Your hares were fabulous and will enjoy their time sitting together in your garden. How wonderful to have good weather at long last! To be able to sit the hares outside during lunch so the new plaster could dry in the sunshine was bliss! Hope to see you back in the studio, Jo xx"

Carol reviewed: Mixed Media Painting - Farm Animals

"I very much enjoyed the course thank you very much. A wonderful day out. I am pleased with the painting I made. Shame I cannot share it with you through the review process."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are very pleased you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

Madeline Whiteman reviewed: Monthly Oil Painting Classes

"Enjoyable and informative. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are glad you enjoyed the course! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

Ian Barker reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"The course location and facilities are excellent. Andy is a great teacher and his quiet proficiency enabled us all to produce a good standard of work at our first attempt. The course length enables you to master new skills without undue pressure and ask questions on all aspects of green woodworking. The catering was excellent and enjoyed by us all. Altogether a very enjoyable experience and delighted with my shavehorse and new found skills!"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"We are very pleased that you enjoyed the course, Ian, and many thanks for your positive review. We're glad to hear that you also enjoyed the location of the course, and the catering too. We hope that you have a lot of enjoyment from using your newly-made Shave Horse, and we hope to meet you again sometime in the future at Sallerton Wood."

TRICIA JACKSON reviewed: Scrap glass mosaic stepping stone one day workshop in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"A really enjoyable day. Kate is an excellent tutor. We all took home stepping stones to be proud of. "

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Glad you enjoyed your day, thank you for the review."

Dawn Morgan reviewed: Flower Basket Willow Workshop with Sarah Le Breton

"Absolutely fantastic day!! Wonderful teaching, location and food!! Would definitely like to do another course with Sara and would highly recommend. She’s an excellent teacher and her passion for willow abounds in bucket loads!!"

Sarah Le Breton Willow responded:

"Thank you Dawn for such a glowing review - it means a lot to me! It was an absolute pleasure teaching you all and I do hope that you really enjoy using your flower basket X"

Annamaria reviewed: Beginners Upholstery Workshop in Cheadle, Gr Manchester - Make a Footstool

"Bought course for my sister's birthday and she thoroughly enjoyed it. "

The Boho Shed responded:

"I'm delighted Anna Maria. Thank you for taking the time to write this review. x"

Ray H reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Really enjoyable and informative course. Jonny was really helpful and fun."

Lesley Smith reviewed: Silver Ring Making Workshop

"Daren's silversmithing workshop is an absolute gem! From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted with warmth and enthusiasm by Daren himself. What sets Daren apart is his exceptional ability to explain everything with such clarity and passion. But what truly makes Daren's workshop stand out is the freedom he gives you to express your creativity. While he provides guidance and support every step of the way, Daren encourages you to design and create your own ring. Every time I glance down at the ring I created in Daren's workshop, I can't help but smile. "

Barbara reviewed: Soap Making for Beginners

"What a wonderful day soap making in a calm and relaxing place. I was curious about the soap making process and Diane explained this brilliantly in an understandable and logical way. The afternoon spent making the soap linked up really well with the theory. Thank you Diane for a superb day surrounded by amazing smells."

Aroma Natural responded:

"Many thanks Barbara for taking the time to write this review, I really appreciate it. I'm so glad you enjoyed your day and hope you continue to make your own soap. Enjoy it when you receive it, I think it looks and smells divine. Again many thanks for your kind words. "

Glynis Hutchins reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"Really enjoyed the course, John was a great teacher, knowledgeable, helpful and very encouraging. Delicious lunch. Loved our day (helped by perfect weather enhancing the setting!) would really recommend. "

Laura reviewed: Travelling clay workshops for community groups in Dorset & South Somerset

"A wonderful clay session for my friend’s hen do, making botanical tiles. Deborah was a fab teacher and demonstrated different techniques, helping us all to create some beautiful tiles! Very well organised session with a variety of tools and materials. Looking forward to seeing the end products! Would highly recommend. Thank you Deborah! "

Sarah Mareschall reviewed: Introductory Wood Finishing Course

"A fantastic two days - Philip is a great tutor and I learned an enormous amount"

Katherine Prince reviewed: Paint pouring with tea & cake

"Fantastic workshop, great fun, Dinah and her Mum are great. This is my second workshop, they are fun and informative. Instructions are easy to follow with help all the way. "

Caroline reviewed: Willow weaving a garden sculpture

"Joelle is an excellent tutor who taught us skills which will enable us to take on further willow weaving projects. The venue is superb, brilliant views over Rutland water and cool and airy on a very hot day."

Andrea reviewed: Willow weaving a garden sculpture

"Very easy to follow instructions with help and reasurance throughout. A lovely location as well."

Angela Hall reviewed: Cyanotype/Sun Printing workshop

"A very personal and calm experience, with all the support and inspiration you could want! I took my 9 year old grand-daughter and we both enjoyed the morning, benefitting from Val's expertise as an artist and teacher. "

little blue hodgepig responded:

"Thank you, Angela. It was lovely to meet you both: I thoroughly enjoyed your enthusiasm. "

Kate Murray reviewed: Giant Willow Poppy Seed Head

"Absolutely loved my introduction to willow weaving. The village hall was the perfect setting on such a beautiful day and Rachel was a brilliant teacher. It was great to become so absorbed in an activity and to finish such a fab project - the time flew by. Thanks Rachel for a great morning and I look forward to starting on my swallow kit! 🤩"

Laura reviewed: Wheel Throwing Workshop

"Excellent experience all round. High praise for Kate. Looking forward to collecting our creations!"

Orchard Grange Pottery responded:

"Thank you very much Laura! I can't wait to get them all fired and see all your finished creations! I will be in touch :)"

Georgina and Andy reviewed: 3 Day Resin Worktop Course (Custom Worktops)

"What a fantastic course! We enjoyed every minute, learnt loads and came away with some lovely pieces. Norman had a good teaching style, was open to sharing his tips and techniques and answered loads of questions. He clearly is very experienced in working with resin but also great to spend time with. We would highly recommend this course!!"

Reson-8 responded:

"Hi Georgina/Andy, Many thanks for your very kind review, very much appreciated. I hope your journey home is safe & uneventful. Best Regards Norman"

Celia Alden reviewed: Whittling Workshop

"Brilliant. We throughly enjoyed our experience with Matt and our 10 year grandson was extremely proud of the ‘Lord of the Rings’ sword he whittled. "

Alex Belford reviewed: Bookbinding - Sketchbooks, Journals, Books - Beginner - 3 Hours - One to One

"I purchased the 3hour starter book binding course as a birthday present to myself and l can honestly say l enjoyed myself thoroughly, Rachel was a brilliant patient teacher and the sketch book that l made turned out looking really professional thanks to her input and knowledge. I would recommend this course to anyone that is looking to get into bookbinding or just wanting to make their own personal item. Oh fantastic tea and coffee making skills too after clarifying how l like my tipple l could stand my spoon up in my brew, excellent!!😁"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you so much Alex. So thoughtful of you to take the time to review and so kind! It was a pleasure to work with you and I was so impressed with your skills and the book you made. But we both know it’s all about the tea! 😉 Thanks again and all the very best. Rach "

Helen S reviewed: Free machine embroidery - an introduction

"Excellent course. I learnt a lot from Jen. Now I know how to check tension, what kind of machine feet I need and how to use them. With only three other participants, we all got plenty of one to one assistance from Jen plus tea and cake! And at my first try at free motion machine embroidery, I came away with a piece of work I can be proud of. Thanks, Jen."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Hi Helen, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. You've made a lovely job with your first machine embroidery, enjoy doodling and using your machine in a completely different way 😊. Best wishes, Jen"

Nick Scott reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Fantastic weekend. Great friendly atmosphere. Gavin and Tom made the whole experience. They were very helpful, informative and patient helping me come away with a perfect longbow beyond my dreams. Top marks to all the team. I just wish I lived nearer to do more courses."

Judith reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"I really enjoyed this workshop, following on from the fused glass lantern workshop a few weeks ago. Melanie is an excellent teacher. The workshop is really well laid out and there are lots of materials available to complete the projects. I am looking forward to collecting my items later this week. I thoroughly recommend the fused glass workshops."