Latest reviews

Julie reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"Excellent watercolour course with clear step by step tutorials and demonstrations. Purnima is a friendly, encouraging and very engaging tutor and her style of teaching makes watercolours very accessible with the course being equally suited to both beginners and improvers."

Saleha Ahmed reviewed: All about honey - tasting and cheese pairing

"It was amazing! Learnt so much about honey and realised my husband and i have very similar taste buds. Look forward to purchasing number 1 and 4 very soon! So delicious"

Gillian Taylor reviewed: Mosaic kit blue heart precut vintage china pieces suitable for beginners

"This is a lovely kit. Great value for money with well detailed instructions. The kit arrived quickly and safely. Thank you."

Susan Cook reviewed: Stone carving in Gloucester

"This is a great weekend workshop. Debs is a really skilled stone carver. She is enthusiastic, encouraging and full of ideas but also keen to let you find your own work of art in a piece of stone. It is suitable for beginners and also for people who have done some carving before and wanting to develop their skills and technique."

Deborah Harrison Sculpture responded:

"Thank you Susie."

Jo Stanton reviewed: Sculptural willow weaving - Animals

"Such a great day. I booked online during lockdown ... didn’t know what to expect. Small personable class, lovely instructor Stephen who is so knowledgeable & great company, we all made a large animal, each one individual to our desires but from the same basis to start with and all from willow. Brought it home (a bit like a stag) and all the family couldn’t believe I achieved that in a single day. Would recommend to every age - no skills required, feel like a fab achievement at a time when we can do so little it feels! Thank you Stephen"

Nannie reviewed: Sugarcraft Classes 4 week course online via Zoom

"Enjoying keeping mind and fingers active with this class. Good interaction with other zoomers. Helpful hints and additional tips to make some cute models and sweet flowers."

Gill Wild reviewed: Fused glass bubbles stud earrings in many colours

"I bought the fused glass earrings in the yellow amber and am really happy with them and with the service. They’re very pretty, well made and the colour is just what I wanted. Sarah replied to my questions immediately and sent the earrings that day. Excellent service. Thank you!"

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"I do always aim for a quick turnaround so that's lovely to hear! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. Thanks, Sarah"

Will Ramsden reviewed: Mandala drawing - Beginners

"Loved it. Did this for my wife’s 30th and it was such good fun, very relaxing and generally a great way to spend a morning. Kathryn was wonderful!"

Mandala Meadow responded:

"Thanks, Will. It was great to meet you both and I'm so pleased you and your wife enjoyed the class. I hope it was a fun surprise for her birthday."

Karen reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"Purnima has given me lots of confidence to to try and tackle watercolour projects on my own. She demonstrates techniques and gives you positive feedback, helping you to become self critical and make progress in your painting. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to improve their watercolour skills whether you are a beginner or more experienced."

James Dewhirst reviewed: Creative Fused Glass for beginners and improvers

"Just had an AMAZING glass class. It was So, so enjoyable. Very safe in terms of covid precautions and so much fun. Nadine is a really great teacher and the best part is the whole experience has a relaxing, meditative quality. Can’t wait for our next session."

Nadine Mahoney responded:

"Thank you for your kind words, looking forward to hosting you again soon. Nadine"

Paul reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"The course was perfect for beginners or people who have already dabbled in epoxy resin. Richard and his assistant were fantastic and explained every part of the process. Every question was answered and Richard gave extra little bits of advice and tips beyond what I would have expected. I’d definitely recommend this if you want to learn the principles of live edge wood and epoxy resin."

The River Shop responded:

"Thanks Paul! Nice to see you enjoyed the class. Hope you see you again. Thanks for coming. Richard & Agnieszka"

Bea reviewed: Craft Kit – Make your own handmade Tartan flower with a Petersham Bow

"I chose my colour combination and it is perfect for my jacket. I received this kit and completed it in less than an hour. I am so pleased with my brooch. Excellent product. The purchase form needs to be updated so that you can put your colour choices on the form. This would eliminate the emails that are required to sort this out. The seller is super efficient and wants to you to get your product ASAP, but I don't read my email daily, so any delay in getting your product is caused by this."

Margaret Woodliff Wright Millinery responded:

"Hello Bea Thank you very much for your review, I am so pleased you have enjoyed your kit, both making your tartan flower and wearing it! I know that the brilliant admin team at CraftCourses are working hard to respond to all the challenges that the current situation has thrust upon us all, and I’m sure that they will look at updating the purchase form to enhance the site’s functionality if at all possible. In the meantime I thought you would like to know that I am continuing to develop new concepts for hobby millinery kits so you can make your own small headpieces for when those weddings and special events finally get the go ahead. I will be listing these kits in due course on my Craft Courses page. Thanks again for your review Margaret"

Gabrielle reviewed: Creative Fused Glass for beginners and improvers

"Loved this class, really let my creativity run and was so pleased with the results. It was my first time working with glass and i cant wait for the next time, especially loved the freedom i had. Thank you Nadine, loved the colours, the studio and the total holiday from any stressors, would definitely recomend."

Nadine Mahoney responded:

"You are very welcome, so glad you had such a great time. Nadine"

Roberto Jordaney reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"The course will teach you the technical aspect of the resin and wood. I really enjoyed that, Definitely recommended!"

The River Shop responded:

"Thanks for your recommendation Roberto. Glad You enjoyed your time with us. See you again soon!"

Giulia Leone reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"In person course, really good and well presented. Very comprehensive, and really enjoyable! Thanks, really recommended."

The River Shop responded:

"Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for coming and see you on the next one! Best, Richard"

Isabel Richards reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"Purnima’s lessons are very enjoyable and provide an excellent way of improving your watercolour skills in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.As one of the older members of the group who has dabbled with watercolours for a considerable number of years I find Purnima’s classes provide a refreshing and appealing way ito continue learning and gain inspiration and have fun at the same time."

Irene Milligan reviewed: Mosaic kit blue heart precut vintage china pieces suitable for beginners

"Arrived really quickly and I received an email telling me it was on the way. Delighted with the contents."

Emily reviewed: Book binding - Zoom Saturday Morning Workshop

"I had such a lovely morning on this workshop. Lorna was brilliant and patient with me, especially as due to technical issues I joined alittle late to the session, but she caught me up to the rest of the group in no time! All the instructions were clear and easy to follow and I ended up with the most beautiful little notebook. I can't wait to make some more and gift them to loved ones :) Thank you ever so much Lorna"

Crumps Barn Studio responded:

"So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for joining us ~ Crumps Barn Studio"

Susan reviewed: Beginning spinning on zoom

"If you ever wondered about learning to spin but thought the lockdown had broughtvall that to a halt. Then go ahead and do it on zoom with Cathy. She is patient and knowledgable and explains not just how but why things work (and why they sometimes don’t) and very encouraging. Iam now practising what I learnt in the session. Thank you Cathy."

Beechwood Crafts responded:

"Thank you Susan. It was lovely to meet you and help you on your spinning journey best wishes Cath"

Angela reviewed: Family & Friends 4 x bronze clay sleeping cat - including on-line video with Jo Garden Art

"I was brought the family sleeping cat sculpture kit for my birthday. We completed them in stages over 4 weekends during lockdown and thoroughly enjoyed spending time together making them. I don't think my husband or son would have considered attending a craft course but enjoyed making them at home. The instructions were clear and comprehensive but the cats are very definitely individuals. A strange lockdown birthday but a lovely reminder of spending time together as a family. An excellent craft course and would highly recommend it."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Angela! You made my day when your review and the photo you sent came through on my email ;-) As you said, despite the same materials and instructions everyone made completely different cats (and little mice with the left over clay!). So glad you had some special time together as a family. Jo x"

Victoria reviewed: Felted pebbles or stacking stones with Purr & Wag It

"Heather sent all the materials needed in plenty of time and clearly labelled. She had the online tutorial set up really well, so that we could watch her hands working as well as see her face as she talked us through. We got several pebbles made during the workshop, with lots of material left over to try more at home. She was patient and inclusive and I thoroughly enjoyed learning from her. Thank you."

Purr & Wag It, Tabletop Workshops: wet felting responded:

"Thank you Victoria! Inclusivity is a big reason for me keeping my workshops, whether in person or live on line, small. Looking forward to the opportunity of working with you again. Best wishes Heather"

Joy reviewed: Introduction to Macrame Wall Hangings

"A lot of time and care has been put into presenting this course. Photos are very clear (and lots of them to show each stage) and the explanations are excellent. My wall hanging actually looks like it should! Highly recommend this course. I've learnt a lot and it's made me want to learn more!"

Jonathan Hawes reviewed: Scented soy candle making kit - vegan-friendly

"The kit is simple but that is all that is required. A good idea for a quick activity."

Hiltingbury Holistics responded:

"Thanks for your review Jonathan and enjoy relaxing with your hand poured candles when they have cured!"

Michael Chapman Pincher reviewed: Stone carving in Gloucester

"Debs, set me on a path that I never expected. As soon as my chisel cut the stone it felt like coming home. She showed me the tools and techniques and set me free."

Deborah Harrison Sculpture responded:

"You have a natural aptitude for It Michael."

Julie reviewed: Patchwork and Quilting Workshop with Green Man Quilts - Improvising from the Tradition

"Really enjoyed the course. We tried various blocks under Sheena's guidance, she let us choose which we preferred. I used lots of scraps and now understand how to modify traditional blocks to make a modern interpretation. Zoom worked well."

Green Man Quilts responded:

"So glad you enjoyed your day. This was such a fun workshop and I loved working with you"