Latest reviews

23 Feb 16'

Vicki reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience Day

"This was a birthday present for my teenage son and husband, they absolutely loved it. Col. was a fantastic teacher, and very patient. They made a variety of items including coat hooks and fire pokers and a dagger!!! My son is still talking about it 3 days later and has taken his items to scouts to show everyone. Fires, hammers, getting dirty, making 'stuff' what is not too like!!"

23 Feb 16'

Miriam Evans reviewed: Creative Spring /Christmas Gift Wrapping Workshop with Lunch

"I am soon to take part in another course - the first was excellent so had to enrol on a second. Jo is a superb instructor and the quality of the materials were also excellent. I cannot wait to join her again in Ripon."

23 Feb 16'

Brian Heward reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"Mark is a first rate and 'oh so' patient trainer who really makes it all look so easy. Although I have been on a few training courses before Mark did not only teach the woodturning skills but always fell back to 'shape and form'. This I had not met before and I found this aspect particularly inspiring. He gave out clear and extremely useful course notes which I am currently finding invaluable for techniques of producing hollow forms - which is one of Marks specialties. Mark has a profound knowledge of both woodturning and the appropriate artistic foresight and ability to disseminate both of these, all done with patience and humor. I will certainly be attending a one2one with Mark in the near future."

23 Feb 16'

Heather Howard reviewed: Creative Spring /Christmas Gift Wrapping Workshop with Lunch

"What a fantastic course and a wonderful lady! Thoroughly enjoyed the gift wrapping workshop, learnt so much and would now class myself as a super wrapper ;-) Thanks so much Jo, will definitely be coming to another class soon."

23 Feb 16'

Jakki Keeble reviewed: 2 Online Felt Picture Courses - Summer Storm & Raindrops on Roses

"I had a wonderful time on my felting course. I learnt a completely new technique for wet felting that is much kinder on the arms, hands and fingers. You explained everything well. The venue was good. Looking out over the fields helped get the colours right. Your teaching skills are good and you had time for all of us, helping us get out pictures which we are proud of creating. I shall be sharing your courses to my friends."

22 Feb 16'

Ian Davies reviewed: 'Art of Stained Glass' - Oldbury, Birmingham

"A very enjoyable day with Jamal,learned alot about the art of painting stained glass,also loved his workshop and viewing the stained glass he had made,looking forward to recieving the glass i painted,and will book another course with him,once again Jamal thank you."

22 Feb 16'

Irene Viner reviewed: Fused glass art experience - no cutting required - Your own venue

"I have had a wonderful time creating my own very unique pieces of Art in Glass under the excellent guidance and instruction from Ros Duffy. Nothing is too much trouble with Ros and she soon puts you at your ease and encourages you to " just go for it!""

22 Feb 16'

Phillipa reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"Very enjoyable day, the course tutor Michelle was very friendly, she is a very good teacher and she made it a fun day. I was very pleased with what I made and I am already planning my next 'creation'."

22 Feb 16'

Natasha Howell reviewed: Fused glass art experience - no cutting required - Your own venue

"I booked the Art of glass studio for my son's 9th birthday party. It was such a brilliant party! The children were able to use glass and glass paints to make there own master piece ( which they all created beautiful work) Ros was a great host and very professional. They all designed 1 piece of glass and were given party bags at the end with a star shaped glass pieces for that extra special touch. My 9year old and his friends thought the party was great fun and would love to have another go."

22 Feb 16'

Natasha Howell reviewed: Fused glass art experience - no cutting required - Your own venue

"I booked my 2 children in to design and make a sun catcher one afternoon at Art of glass studio. My boys had a fantastic afternoon! They got to use all different colours and shapes of the glass and now have their sun catcher hanging in their bedrooms. would highly recommend and book an afternoon again ( for me next time to have a go)"

22 Feb 16'

Jacqui Jennings reviewed: Felted flowers workshop

"I am very new to felting, but I am definitely hooked, the wet felting flower workshop was brilliant. Lens is a very talented teacher, who also listens to her pupils. It was a very relaxing day, and I came away with a fantastic flower made by me!! an original. and I also met some very nice people with whom I have so much in common. Roll on the next class !"

22 Feb 16'

Andrew reviewed: Furniture making course: Fundamentals of Furniture Making Part 1 (beginner)

"Excellent good fun and came out with a great picture frame. Some hard work is required and a lot of is crammed into a class. Since the course my tool box has grown heavily and I just wish I had a space to practice more at home. There are many things to learn on the course, many of which are tacit skills. Like seeing and experiencing different tools and workshop methods. There is a definite emphasis on skills to finish more precise quality work for cabinet making over other forms of carpentry."

22 Feb 16'

Martin Weaver reviewed: Wood turning courses

"Thank you so much for such a fascinating day yesterday. I thoroughly enjoyed myself on your wood turning course. It brought back many great memories from when I briefly did turning at school. The love and passion you have for the craft and the material itself was clear and your patient approach was inspirational. I am seriously considering taking it up as a hobby. If anyone needs to be inspired to take up a craft or skill, they need not look any further than you. Thank you once again. I will be in touch soon. With all best wishes. Martin"

22 Feb 16'

Laura reviewed: Realistic and Adorable Needle Felt Animals & Pets

"I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. It was in a beautiful surrounding and included a delicious lunch. Sophie was so lovely and explained everything clearly and at a good pace. She also very kindly recommended places we could buy wool etc from after the workshop. I had a fantastic day and would highly recommend Sophie's workshop."

22 Feb 16'

Maggie T reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"Elaine put on a special Family Day for me, my mum and sister which we all enjoyed enormously. We were (mostly) beginners and it was great to be able to learn together with a really knowledgeable and patient teacher. Thanks Elaine."

22 Feb 16'

Charles reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"I have recently completed a two day course with Mark (February 2016). I have not done any wood turning since school days in early 90s, so a few decades have past since then ! Mark is extremely knowledgeable, and passes on information in a relaxed and informative manner. He is willing and able to answer all questions with examples which can be as detailed or as brief as you require. Aside from turning, his understanding of wood and its properties, combined with general workshop tips and suggestions, I found very positive and reassuring. After two days I knew my tools, tried both parallel and cross grain turning, was able to turn a spindle with coves and beads, sharpen tools on the grinder and I made my first ever bowl (a bit more practise needed here !). His course notes are also well written and a good record to take away at the end for future reference. Mark has definitely rekindled my love for wood-based projects and opened the door on the joy of turning, and I would be happy to recommend him as either a group or a private tutor to others. Many thanks Mark and I'm sure I will be in touch again soon for more advice !"

22 Feb 16'

Sheila Barnes reviewed: Felted flowers workshop

"A wonderful workshop whether you are new to wet felting or have tried it before. Always a relaxed, friendly, informative experience. Lena shares her huge knowledge so openly and encourages you to experiment with colour and textures of your own choosing. It's a fabulous feeling to create your own unique piece of wearable art and gain new skills at the same time. A great way to de-stress too!"

21 Feb 16'

Bev ashton reviewed: Felted flowers workshop

"Another wonderful felting session with Lena felting flowers. Thoroughly enjoyed the day and Lena is a great teacher, the sessions are friendly and very relaxing. I'll certainly be back again. It's great to go home with a finished article that looks great .."

21 Feb 16'

John Leyland reviewed: One Day Stained Glass Course for Beginners

"Great full day course, and staff .Would recommend for anyone"

21 Feb 16'

Gil Beeke reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"I made willow stars with Sally Anne, never having used willow before. I learned about the properties of willow, soaking and stroking, bending and tying! Who knew there was so much to learn? I succeeded in making enough stars to decorate and string with little lights to hang across my mantelpiece, and they look terrific. Fortunately Sally Anne is a patient teacher with a knack of knowing the moment to step in before frustratingly inexperienced fingers and thumbs ruin your masterpiece. I'll definitely be signing up for more courses."

21 Feb 16'

Preya reviewed: Craft your signature home fragrance brand: Personalised Workshop

"Really enjoyed the class. Zaga was warm and welcoming. Learnt a lot, everything explained simply. Was given lots of tips and answered all my questions. Overall friendly and informative session, would definitely recommend to those enquiring about Business start up!"

21 Feb 16'

Amanda Young reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"Michelle created a lovely environment for learning a new craft. I really enjoyed seeing the felt coming to life, what a joy. I had a great day and have a new obsession thanks."

21 Feb 16'

Rhana Nicholson reviewed: One day blacksmithing course

"I just attended the one day blacksmithing course and it was absolutely fantastic. Julian is a very friendly and laid back person, an incredible teacher and an extremely talented blacksmith. I felt immediately welcome and had lots of very good conversation and tea. Julian taught me to make a toasting fork and it was one of the most enjoyable lessons that I have ever had. Absolutely fantastic day and a brilliant introduction to blacksmithing. I will definitely be going back for another as soon as I can!"

20 Feb 16'

Richard Atkinson reviewed: Basic throwing with Jon French

"I have thrown pots before but thanks to Kevin I now know how to do it properly! He is a first rate teacher, gave some excellent demonstrations and spent lots of time with all the students individually, irrespective of ability, to ensure that everyone went away with a firm grasp of the key techniques. There was plenty of equipment and an inexhaustible amount of clay available and a lovely lunch was provided. In addition to throwing techniques we also learned a lot about the history of the ceramics industry and its current state. I would thoroughly recommend this course."

20 Feb 16'

Amy Swift reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"Absolutely brilliant course. Perfect number of people and a really nice, friendly atmosphere. Good amount of time spent with the Michelle, but was also nice to be left to have a little play. Great value for money, and I always like to come away with some goodies which are included in the cost of the course. Very pleased with what I managed to make and I would thoroughly recommend trying it - I've got the bug now and have already made another animal."

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