CraftCourses helps people experience the joy and satisfaction of making and doing all across the UK, and beyond.

Supporting crafts since 2011

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CraftCourses will help you connect with thousands of craftspeople & artists all across the UK, who teach their wondrous skills!

We have a massive choice of creative in-person workshops, handmade art & craft kits,  classes available live online, downloadable online tutorials and a handcrafted shop offered by our 6,000 + strong community of independent UK makers & creative organisations.

Our mission is to make that connection between UK artisans and those of us keen to experience the joy of practical and creative arts. There is great satisfaction in being creative; making and doing things with our heads, hands & hearts - it's so good for us on many levels.

We have collected 44,750 reviews so far from happy customers, with a whopping 98.9% of them rating their experience as "excellent". 

Established in 2011 in Pembrokeshire, we are a family run business and the UK’s largest creative experience site; from glassblowing to blacksmithing, printmaking to pottery, sculpture to photography, oil painting to digital illustration, there is something for everyone!

Our gift vouchers and cards make a unique and memorable present, redeemable against anything on the CraftCourses site.


Who we are?


Made in Wales, we are a certified B corps™ and a member of the Good Business Charter as well as winners of the 'Creative Entrepreneur of the Year' at the GBEA awards 2022. 

We are a small team of engineering, customer services & marketing professionals. For 12 years now we have been dedicated to supporting artisans, craftspeople, arts centres & colleges across the UK, with our excellent customer services, marketing & bespoke software.

We have a yen to do some good in this world by shining a light on the many wonderful benefits of being creative and learning hands-on, practical skills. We are passionate about getting more people making and all having some fun in the process!




Do you teach or make?


For our large community of over 6,000 UK based artisan makers & tutors, we offer an effective and friendly way to share your fascinating skills with the world, book & sell your courses, kits & 'makes' and earn yourself significant additional income.

Teach with us - join the CraftCourses Makers Community! 

We are free to join, with no listing fees, we take a modest commission (the cheapest comparable rate we believe you will find) only when we deliver a fully paid up customer to you.

In return we offer a highly effective marketplace for your craft & art courses & kits, a very secure booking platform, full refund & cancellation handling, bespoke cancellation policies, safety & protection for both Makers & Customers , excellent customer services (real live friendly & polite people answering our phone calls and emails!) and fun & engaging marketing via our social channels, newsletters & our solid search engine rankings. 

What our tutors & makers say about us

Join the CraftCourses community, you will be among friends and very welcome !



Contact


We love to hear from you!

You can contact us between 9.30 a.m. and 3 p.m weekdays.

With over 45,000 reviews we needed a way to give our star Makers & Tutors the recognition they deserve. Browse the UK's most popular creative tutors & makers from the award-winners below

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Recent reviews

3 May 24'

Bryan reviewed: Stained Glass course

"My wife and I had a great day with Keith. He is passionate about stain glass and his years of experience shone through during the day. We both made a glass panel which we are so proud of, a great momento of a great day - cannot recommend the day highly enough! Thank you Keith and hope to come back for another day."

Antique and Period Glassworks responded:

"Thanks Bryan, the reviews help hugely, yes it was a fun day see you again, keith."

3 May 24'

Karen Henderson reviewed: Lampshade Making Workshop in The Cotswolds - Gloucestershire/Wiltshire/Oxfordshire Border

"I thoroughly enjoyed my lampshade making course with Karen and was delighted with my finished result. Can highly recommend. "

3 May 24'

Adele reviewed: Polymer Clay Jewellery

"I enjoyed this class. Easy to follow, enough students to teachers. And I liked the general atmosphere - everybody was friendly and I got to see the resident cats too which always makes me happy! I will be joining the team again for more workshops soon. Thank you!"

3 May 24'

Sheila J reviewed: Two day (consecutive) stained glass starter course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"Paul is an amazing tutor, very knowledgeable, patient and helpful. I’ve just spent an amazing 2 days creating a stained glass panel. Thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it and the beautiful setting only enhanced the experience. I can thoroughly recommend this course and very much hope to return. Thank you Paul!"

3 May 24'

Penny Shinfield reviewed: Two day (consecutive) stained glass starter course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"A really unique and thoroughly enjoyable experience! I actually made a stained glass window in 2 days! And I am so pleased with it and delighted I have learnt these skills - the whole process of lead light making was fascinating! But it's not just the making - it's the whole experience. The place is in the middle of beautiful countryside, so tranquil and Paul is a great tutor. He is very patient, supportive and really knows his stuff - fascinating to talk to him about his lead light work. He makes the course easy for everyone due to the very structured programme and we all came away with beautiful creations. 4 people seems perfect as we all had such a laugh and got on so well - all lovely people and a fantastic and very satisfying experience! I will be back again, hopefully, to make Christmas decorations!"

3 May 24'

Gayle reviewed: Fused Glass Panel

"I do enjoy a good craft course and this was an awesome Christmas present. Claire gave us a glass cutting tutorial and explained how to construct a glass picture. We got to create whatever picture we wanted and Claire was on hand to advise and assist. The Larick Centre was a nice venue and there was a café on site too. Can’t wait to see the finished article once it’s fired in the kiln and posted out to me."

3 May 24'

Donna Dodd reviewed: Glass Fusing Workshop - Create 2 pieces

"What a wonderful day, Glass Fusing Workshop - Yolanda’s experience and love of crafting shines through. She allowed us to create individual items and offered advice and options to support our creations. So generous of her time and resources. The lunch and cream tea were also great and added to the experience. I will be back. Donna"

2 May 24'

Sue and Richard reviewed: Woodturning for beginners

"We spent a very enjoyable two days with Stuart, learning the basics of woodturning. He was very willing to answer lots of questions and to pace the tuition to our individual needs. It was great to see an expert in action, to spend time in a real workshop, see all the tools he uses and get an insight into the creative process. An excellent weekend, thank you"

The Scottish Woodturner responded:

"Thanks guys. Glad you enjoyed your two days. "

2 May 24'

Dawn reviewed: Willow Hedgehog workshop with Dovecote Willow

"Really enjoyed the class. Nice small group and the instructions and steps were clear and because there was just 6 of us Vicky was on hand if needed. We all completed our hedgehogs in the time allocated with no rush to finish, a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Plus a good venue with great food and coffee next door! Would highly recommend courses with Vicky!"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Dawn, I’m so glad you enjoyed the session"

2 May 24'

Anne H reviewed: Two day (consecutive) stained glass starter course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"Thoroughly enjoyable 2 days. Paul is an excellent teacher - informative, supportive (with lots of positive reinforcement) and allows the sessions to go a nice pace. He demonstrates first and then gently guides you as you do things for yourself. Oh...and it is in beautiful surroundings."

2 May 24'

Bryan Briggs reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"Really enjoyed the course. Ted was knowledgeable and was able to explain and demonstrate things with ease. Just the right balance with listening/watching and getting hands on. Paced the day according to the speed I was going, rather than rushing through everything. Felt as though I learned a lot and has given me the confidence to tackle some more challenging projects. Thanks again."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Cheers Bryan, You do have some very good skills with hand and eye coordination, I am sure you will improve rapidly! best of luck with your woodworking projects. Look forward to seeing you on another course in the future my friend. Kind regards Ted "

2 May 24'

Sandra reviewed: Crochet - Intermediate - Wednesdays

"I learned how to crochet hearts today and, as always, Bryony was kind and patient. I feel I'm making progress and am keen to carry on with future lessons. Thank you, Bryony."

2 May 24'

Sea glass jewellery making novice reviewed: Seaglass jewellery workshop at Sea & Solder, Dorset.

"Really enjoyable day. Very equipped workshop and Jules is really helpful in showing you what to do and helping as needed. Ended up with a beautiful pendant that I will treasure. Thank you for a great day. "

2 May 24'

Mike L reviewed: Pen Making Course (1/2 day)

"Great afternoon spent with Derek learning how to make a pen - and so much more ! Taken through each step in the process methodically and with demonstrations throughout. Derek was very friendly and explained things well and was happy to offer advice on other wood working aspects. Highly recommended for those wanting to have a go - and end up with a very nice pen in the process 😀 "

Assynt Pens responded:

"Thx Mike. Great to see you again. "

2 May 24'

Sarah reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"I had a really fantastic day - never done anything like it. I wasn't very confident about it but Helen was a very good teacher and really patient and supportive throughout. It is a great place and everyone was so friendly. I'm really pleased with what I managed to create and would thoroughly recommend this course. "

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Thanks for the great review Sarah . I'm glad you had a good day here. Helen"

1 May 24'

catherine george-samuels reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day. Vickie was very welcoming and informative. She is very jolly and chatty and explained and guided us through the different stages, and at the end of the day we had produced a lovely piece of art work to be proud of. Cathy "

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