Latest reviews

Antonietta reviewed: One day silver pendant and earring workshop

"I had an enjoyable time with my girlfriends making a Tree of Life pendant and earrings. Pat Miller was patient and very talented. We had a great time. Love the jewellery I made and I hope you have fun making some too. ?????"

George Piatek reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"I had a fantastic day crafting a beautiful knife which I now use everyday! Jon is very patient and explains each step clearly and the reasons behind it. Totally recommend. Plus the home made sausage rolls and cookies were to die for."

Sandra Webb reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"A most enjoyable session learning how to create batik. Steady pace and about the right length to experience and try a new skill. What not to enjoy, I’d recommend giving it a go."

Michael Edwards reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Course was very informative and gives all the basics to be able to ‘have a go’ yourself. The tuition was set at the perfect level for all level of experience, and i for one got a lot out of it .... highly recommend it."

Claire Kerr reviewed: Macrame - Plant Hanger

"A very enjoyable morning learning macrame. A relaxed atmosphere and excellent tuition with patience if you where a bit slow on the technique! I even have a professional looking end product. I certainly recommend this course to others… Thank you Wendy!"

Mandy Jarvis reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"Had a good day learning batik with hot wax and now proudly framed and displayed my picture to remind me of the fun I had and how Barbara was so helpful and had a positive outlook on my results!"

ANN FYFE reviewed: Photography Days

"I spent a wonderful day with Sue and Richard on a 121 basis learning all about apertures, ISOs and shutter speeds. Being August it was heaving it down so despite driving to Glenridding and hoping for the rain to stop it was not to be, so we managed to grab a few outdoor shots from the carpark, and then the rest of the day was spent in the workshop. I'm happy to say that Sue is great at improvising and I still managed to practice the skills I needed. My passions are flowers and macro, and I learned about how to improve my photos and get off auto. I would recommend this course to anyone, whether total beginner or (like me) someone with a bit of knowledge but an 'auto' addict."

Art by Camera responded:

"Thanks for that, Ann. We look forward to hearing how you get on with your new macro lens."

Helen Brill reviewed: Introductory soap making workshop

"Had a fabulous workshop and learnt so much and had a fun session too ….. can’t wait to see how my soap comes out……thank you Nic"

Boo Cottage Botanicals responded:

"Thanks so much for your review Helen! What a lovely group this morning and hope the soap turns out well! Nic"

Jane reviewed: Marvellous Mosaic one day workshop

"My first time mosaic-ing and so glad I chose Lindsey's course! Not only did I learn how to mosaic but I left with a completed piece which I could be proud of and which is good enough to show other people! I've surprised myself but definitely couldn't have achieved it without Lindsey's expertise and ability to support me at my pace. Aside from the mosaic-ing this is a day to relax, to submerge oneself in the experience of playing (which we don't often allow ourselves to do as adults) and to enjoy the mindfulness of being in lovely surroundings. And yes, I'll be going again!"

Lindsey Kennedy Portfolio responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review, Jane. It is very much appreciated and I am very pleased that you enjoyed your day so much. Equally thrilled that you would like to come and have another go, or even have a go at home. It is such an accessible craft, and you certainly embraced it during the workshop. Thank you for taking time to share your experience."

Fran Hardisty reviewed: 'Have a go' Pottery workshop

"Enjoyed learning to use a potters wheel. Good to see a demonstration of the techniques first followed by guided pot making before having an independent go. Pleased with the outcome - 2 bowls each that we’re looking forward to seeing once they’ve been fired."

Saz's Ceramics & Crafts responded:

"Thanks for the feedback, Fran. Am looking forward to see how you paint your pots up once they're ready!"

Jon Stokes reviewed: Creating a Viking knife an introduction to forging and knife making at Bearded Pig Forge

"I did the one day basic blacksmithing course, coming out of the end of the day with a knife (which when you start the day with a rectangular piece of steel seems a bit daunting!). Spike is an excellent teacher, explaining and demonstrating each part of the process at a time, and the pace of the day never feels rushed. He's also really patient, helping where needed, but making sure you understand what you are doing. Overall a really, really fun day which I'd recommend to anyone. We also learned a bit about the history, chemistry and physics of blacksmithing as well. Will definitely be back soon to do some more :-)"

Julie Gardner reviewed: Lino Printing on Fabric Day with Oxford Linocut Workshops - Fabric Printing

"Amazing lino cutting workshop, thank you! I learnt so much in one day and have been inspired to do lots more printing in the future I hope. Brilliant tips and advice throughout the day and just the right amount of teaching and lone working. Lovely setting too with lots of inspiration in the workshop and chickens wandering around outside. Thank you Claire, I may come back another time for more!"

Pete Goddard reviewed: Two day dry stone walling course for beginners in association with Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain

"This course was excellent. The instructors and the volunteer members of the Lancashire DSWA,made for a relaxed,informative and good humoured couple of days. Well worth the money,recommend it to anyone."

Linda Morecroft reviewed: Introduction to wet-felting: handbag, iPad case or something else!

"A therapeutic day making a nuno scarf with Cathy's excellent help. Cathy and her husband are excellent hosts; they made my day so special in their beautiful workshop and garden. Plus a wonderful al fresco lunch."

phil Robert moss reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"We had a great day making spoons at the wood yesterday. Mark was a terrific host. Very patient and accommodating. Jill was lovely too and makes a great cake. Thoroughly enjoyed the day."

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Hi Phil Thank you for the review. Glad you had a great day. Shame about the weather but I guess you can't have everything... ATB Mark and Cristina"

Julie Tayleure reviewed: Natural soap and skincare workshop

"What a fantastic day! I have been waiting so long to attend the skin care and soap making work shop, having been given a gift voucher from my children back in 2020. Due to the pandemic I have only recently felt able attend, but Nic has been incredibly patient and obliging allowing me to wait until now. And it was so worth the wait! I was immediately made to feel welcome by Nic and Ben. Very comfortable surroundings and plenty of tea and biscuits! It was soon very evident that Nic and Ben were very knowledgeable and passionate about their business and very generous in sharing this with us. A perfect balance of interesting theory and plenty of hands on opportunities, resulting a whole shoe box full of personally made goodies to bring home- balm bars, bath truffles whipped body butter and soap. I felt by the end of the day that I had been visiting friends. Thank you Nic and Ben."

Boo Cottage Botanicals responded:

"Hi Julie, So lovely to finally meet you! Thanks so much for the wonderful review :) we really appreciate it! Hope you enjoy using all of your handmade goodies and hopefully see you again, it was such a relaxed day for us too! Nic & Ben"

Susan Kennedy reviewed: Woodturning for beginners

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day with Stuart and cannot rate it highly enough. I arrived, armed with a love of wood but knowing nothing about wood turning and left with some knowledge and with two beautiful pieces. Stuart is a very talented man and a very good, patient teacher."

The Scottish Woodturner responded:

"Hi Susan, Glad you enjoyed your day. Thats one off your bucket list. All the best. Stuart."

Sarah New reviewed: Natural soap and skincare workshop

"A fantastic workshop and great value. We had a choice of what products we wanted to make in the morning. The soap making in the afternoon was fascinating and I enjoyed the process as well as the end product, we were able to take home all that we had made with instructions of what to do with our soap. I cannot recommend it more highly. Nic and Ben are a great team and the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. I will be recommending this to my family and friends. It is also in a beautiful part of the country."

Boo Cottage Botanicals responded:

"Hi Sarah, Thanks so much for the wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed it, as you say it was such a relaxed day for us too! See you soon, Nic & Ben"

Andre Hundley reviewed: Router day, how to safely use and maintain a router

"I had been meaning to purchase a router for some time but despite watching numerous YouTube tutorials, felt that I really needed hands on tuition to give me the confidence to use it. The router course was excellent with just the right balance of theory and practical and I can only say that I came away delighted. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone thinking of purchasing a router for the first time, regardless of your woodworking skills."

Carys Palmer reviewed: Marvellous Mosaic one day workshop

"This is the third time I have been on one of Lindsey's courses and as ever it was a wonderful and relaxing experience. She is such a good teacher and very inspirational. I am always amazed at how easy and so very achievable Lindsey makes it all feel. I am definitely hooked on mosaics now and even daring to do some small projects on my own, but I will definitely come again and would love to do a longer course to try a more challenging project. Thank you Lindsey for yet another great class."

Lindsey Kennedy Portfolio responded:

"You are very welcome, Carys. It was lovely to see you again and I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your third session with me! I will certainly think about a two-day longer course for 2020 so that people can try more advanced pieces of work. Watch this space! Thank you for your kind words, they are much appreciated."

Oswald reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Had an awesome day at Kerr forge! 100% worth the time and money. As a nerd, the best part was to finally find a real-life use-case for high school chemistry."

David Norwood reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"As a disabled user I foubd the course teacher Richard very understanding arrange a stool so I could sit during the whole course, he was also well versed in resin problems and how to avoid wasting any extra resin left over, ways to avoid cross over of colours and how to calculate amount of resin needed, also none mathematical methods of working out the amount needed, thus enable person who are not great at maths a easy way of working out what you need, also useful suppliers and ongoing help from a company who supplies resin, he also run the course in a Covid19 friendly environment with space for all to avoid to much contact, I.E. less than on a bus or train."

Rachel reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"Such and great course and I couldn’t recommend it enough! I went to the course with no candle making experience and left feeling confident to start experimenting on my own. Jo is fantastic! She shared all her invaluable knowledge and is a great teacher. Her workshop is lovely and a great setting for the course."

Julia reviewed: Glass Fusing Taster Day in Ware, Hertfordshire

"I had the most fantastic day creating my dish, I learnt so much and it was such a lovely experience. Jane was patient, kind and guided me through my creation. It was relaxing and time for me to get creative! Thank you I will be back!"

A Touch of Glass responded:

"Hi Julia, so glad you enjoyed your day! It's always a joy when someone enjoys their course so much, and is so happy with their piece. Look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Best wishes, Jane"

Joanna reviewed: Pewter Casting - Beginner - 3 Hours - One to One

"We've had such a lovely a lovely time, both myself and my children loved it. Really well run with just the right amount of help and support. Thanks so much, hope we can do another course in the future."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely comments and taking the time to do a review. It was lovely to meet you and you all did so well! All the very best. Rach"