Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing

Tony Read reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"I had a wonderful day learning about wood turning with Simon. A very relaxed experience, in the morning I made a practice piece and a beautiful keyring , followed by a lovely lunch . In the afternoon , the second project was turning a bowl, on both projects Simon guided me when needed so I didn't make any mistakes, both items are proudly displayed and a great talking point. I would highly recommend a visit to Simon, a great teacher , and the studio is in a lovely location . Thank you to simon and Louise for being so friendly and welcoming. I look forward to more turning in the future. "

Verna reviewed: "2 Crafts in 1 Day!" 1-2-1 woodturning & pottery experience for 1 person

"I had such a wonderful day. My course was a 1-2-1 day. Woodturning with Simon in the morning, followed by the Pottery workshop with Louise in the afternoon. It was an amazing day, very informative. Both Simon and Louise explained every step of the way and very encouraging. Can't wait to rebook another session "

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Verna, it was really fun having you with us here in the Blended Monkey studios! You made a lovely dibber with Simon in the woodturning workshop and went on to create some beautiful ceramic pieces in my pottery studio. Thank you for your lovely review :-). Louise & Simon"

Vickie Rudkin reviewed: Beginners half-day pairs pottery throwing workshop

"Had a pottery workshop with Louise on Sunday and it was so much fun. She was very patient with us both and we have not laughed like that in a very long time. We did manage to get some respectable pieces off in the end too and can't wait to see what they come out of the kiln like! Would highly recommend Louise and the workshops at Blended Monkey - Simon does the woodwork courses too. Lovely spot and a really creative place to be."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Vickie, thank you for your lovely review. It was a joy having you guys in the studio and I'm so pleased you had fun discovering the potter's wheel :-). Very sweet of you to recommend our workshops. I'll let you know when your creations are ready :-) "

Roger Gorrod reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"I did the 1-2-1 one day introduction to woodturning course in April 2024. This is a great day in which a lot is learnt in a very easy-going, friendly, relaxed style with Simon as the tutor. It's great fun and you even end up with something to show for your efforts. The workshop location is easy to find, spacious, with good parking and a lovely lunch is provided. It truly is a great way to gain an introduction to woodturning, I'd thoroughly recommend it."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Roger, Thanks for a lovely review. Do get in touch if you need any further help or guidance. -- Simon"