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Jayne Benevides reviewed: Introduction to wet-felting: handbag, iPad case or something else!

"Cathy was such an inspiration and shared her extensive knowledge of all sorts of crafts. Her husband made some delicious flapjacks which we enjoyed with coffee on our arrival and introduction to wet felting. Cathy left us felting for a bit while she produced an amazing lunch set in her beautiful garden! We made a lovely wet felted bag, had some real belly laughs, in a gorgeous setting. An amazing day, thanks, Cathy."

Helen Stroud reviewed: One day Mosaic workshop Moon Hare Studio, Devon

"Adela is knowledgable, creative, fun and welcoming. We had a really enjoyable day which flew by and was both informative and very user friendly."

Eleanor reviewed: Spoon carving for beginners with Green Fox Wild Crafts

"I loved this day soooo much. I have wanted to work through the process of making a simple cooking spoon for ages, from start to finish, and return home with knowledge and skills to continue this craft with a good beginners confidence, and Nadine’s course gave me this and more. A really practical day, hands on seeing this process through. Nadine gives a great balance of support, knowledge and wisdom and also letting you get on with it. A very inspiring person to work with. The setting too was wonderful, so special, in a beautiful woodland with lovely touches of teas, coffees and treats. Thank you Nadine! Just ordered my sharpening kit! X"

Becky H reviewed: One-to-One Private workshop

"Thanks for such a wonderful workshop, we had a great time and it truly exceeded our expectations. You put in so much effort and we thank you for your patience. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend your classes."

Sarah reviewed: One-to-One Private workshop

"Gigha is an excellent teacher and explained and demonstrated the different techniques very well. I would thoroughly recommend the course and I'm really looking forward to attending another course very soon."

Joy reviewed: Making silk flowers workshop

"The peony workshop was the first time I had booked to make anything creative. Rose is so patient and explains everything really well. Had such a fun day in lovely company and was thrilled to bits with the beautiful flower I had at the end of it. Thank you Rose!"

Made with Rose responded:

"Thank you for your feedback Joy. Considering that this was your first ever craft day, your Peony was absolutely stunning. I just loved the colours that you chose."

Dilys Fisher reviewed: Making silk flowers workshop

"It was my first time making these flowers and I'm so glad I booked to learn with Rose. She is so knowledgeable, patient, and happy to share her experience. I was looking for not just a creative day but also a relaxing day and it certainly was that. I am already looking at my diary to see when I can have my next 'Flower Fix' with Rose."

Made with Rose responded:

"Thank you for your feedback Dilys. I really enjoyed working with you. Your summer wreath was just beautiful."

Les reviewed: One-to-One Private workshop

"We really enjoyed the workshop. My mum and I were able to learn at our own pace so it was a very welcome and relaxed day off for me and outing for my mum. Gigha's studio is well-equipped and she has everything you could possible want. She is so kind and patient, even when mum kept getting the pliers upside down! Thanks very much. Can't wait to try another one."

Karen Walters reviewed: Making silk flowers workshop

"It was my first time making silk flowers and using a glue gun and Rose gave clear instructions and I was delighted with my finished Gerberas. Rose was very accommodating, allowing us to select our own colour preference from her well stocked selection of silks, encouraging us to be creative. I really enjoyed the course and will definitely be returning in the future."

Made with Rose responded:

"Thank you for your feedback Karen. You mastered all the skills very quickly and your summer Gerbera was beautiful. I am looking forward to us working together again on the next flower. Kind regards Rose"

John wilson reviewed: Full Day Woodturning tuition from Registered Professional Turner in Dorset, South West

"Wow what a day! I learned all about Joe’s woodturning techniques and now confident to get back into my shed at home."

Joe Creed-Kaile responded:

"Nice to meeting you John. Im glad I have given you confidence to get back in your shed."

Nick Hester reviewed: Learn to Turn in the Dartmoor National Park

"Had a great two days wood turning. The tuition was excellent and very rewarding. Chris has the ability to make you feel very comfortable, with his endless knowledge of wood and machinery. Would have been quite content to talk to him all day. Turned two bowls and one candle holder, all of which I’m very proud of. Thanks for the fantastic experience Chris. Nick"

Grace Harvey reviewed: Carve a spoon in a day

"Thoroughly recommend. Mike's passion and knowledge made for an excellent workshop, set in beautiful surroundings. Mike was really interesting to talk to and his teaching style was relaxed, highly informative and clear, giving each of us as much help and advice as required. A great day, and I think we all went away feeling really pleased with our carving achievements!"

Julie King reviewed: Level 2 Advanced FURNITURE PAINTING Skills Workshop Intermediate/Advanced (1 Day) - Lancashire

"I attended the furniture painting workshop today Level 1, thank you Jo for another fab day. I loved the upholstery footstool workshop so much I wanted to learn more skills and thats what I did today. I was looking forward to this course and it was more than I expected it to be. I have learned some amazing techniques that I will use on some pieces of furniture I have at home to upcycle. Jo, I keep looking at my chair and thinking wow I did that! Thank you again for all your patience, knowledge and the skills you taught us today and your encouragement to step out of my comfort zone! I met a lovely couple today, so nice meeting like minded people. Can't wait for Level 2 Jo, and the handouts are spot on and a great help in knowing what to buy. I would highly recommend the workshops."

The Boho Shed responded:

"It was really great to see you again after the upholstery workshop Julie. I'm absolutely delighted you enjoyed the painting as much. It's such a compliment to have lovely people return for more learning with me. You helped to make it a wonderful day! See you at Level 2 :-)"

Alec reviewed: Georgie's needle felting animals

"I did an afternoon course and absolutely loved it. Arts & crafts isn't normally my thing because I'm fairly cack-handed but in the end I was actually delighted with my little bunny. It was amazing to see how everyone was given the same materials and the same instructions but each person came up with something that was a totally different character. Would recommend to this course to anyone, I was utterly absorbed and the time flew by. Thanks Georgie!"

Georgies Felted Friends responded:

"I am very pleased you were able to join a course Alec and that you enjoyed it. Your magician bunny had enormous character and personality."

Anon reviewed: Make a Chestnut Garden Gate - one day course

"New skills/tools and a stunning setting."

Anon reviewed: Make a Chestnut Garden Gate - one day course

"Learnt new interesting skills. Food was tasty!"

Anon reviewed: Basic beekeeping

"Brian was absolutely brilliant. I could have listened to him for another 6 or 7 hours. Brian has a very warm and interesting presentation skill."

Maxine Edgington reviewed: Learn soft pastels in a relaxed beautiful environment

"Heather is a very talented artist and is so generous with her knowledge and her materials. She has a relaxed teaching style which makes the workshop fun and easy to understand. Before I attended Heather's workshop I did not have the confidence to draw, let alone use pastel. After the workshop I had a pastel picture of my dog, which I have framed and am proud of. Thank you Heather for your skill, knowledge, patience and humour."

Daniel Luty reviewed: Learn to Turn in the Dartmoor National Park

"Chris was extremely helpful all day! It's nice to learn from someone who is so enthusiastic about his work and really wants everyone to get involved and enjoy themselves. The course itself was aimed at teaching the key skills behind turning and not just a copycat exercise which was very beneficial. I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in turning!"

sue beavan reviewed: Candle and soap making with afternoon tea

"Tracy has great knowledge and has helped me massively with learning how to make candles. Thoroughly enjoyed the day, very relaxing Would recommend."

Claire Churms-griffiths reviewed: Individual 'Bushcraft blade in a day' course in Shropshire

"My husband and i had a very enjoyable day knife making. Jake was welcoming and put as both at ease from the start. He explained everything easily and we had a few laughs as well. We both got to use the power hammer and he showed us a lot of the various techniques used on the anvil to forge the knife. Would recommend this course to anyone and it was brilliant to see the finished knife knowing you had made it yourself. Thanks again Jake for a fantastic day."

Camilla reviewed: Fun with mosaic mix

"Excellent course - thoroughly enjoyed it. Wonderful workshop and teacher, fabulous materials, great support, lots of inspiration. Achieved much more than I thought would be possible and very happy with the end result!"

Yvonne Taylor reviewed: Felt Lampshades at Silversoles Studio, Birmingham

"Another fabulous course with Emma! I thoroughly enjoyed the two Saturday mornings and was delighted with my lampshade when it was finished. Emma is always so warm and welcoming, and her studio is a lovely place to work. In addition, by keeping groups, she is able to give each person individual attention when they require it. Emma is such an inspirational tutor. She guides you through the process step by step with clear instructions and at the right pace. There is just the right amount of support, with a good balance between teaching new skills and helping students develop their own ideas. Clear written instructions, photographs taken during the process and a list of suppliers are all provided by Emma. More importantly, she gives you the confidence to 'have a go' at trying different techniques. I can't wait to make my next lampshade and try some of them out! A great course for beginners and those with some experience of felting. I can highly recommend this and other courses by Emma. Thank you so much! I look forward to seeing you again soon."

Mary reviewed: Create a mosaic in a day in Yorkshire with professional mosaic artist Sue Kershaw

"I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed today. I can’t believe where the 6 hours went, I was so engrossed. It was a step out of my normal life, a real treat for my birthday present. I’ll definitely recommend to friends. I’m really pleased with my tile."

Paul reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"I was very excited to be going on this course and had been looking forward to it for months. It is obviously a very popular course, and with good reason. A wonderful workshop, plenty of space for everyone (4 pupils and two tutors), a great selection of tools and Mark and Richard are excellent mentors. I describe them as mentors because, although they are there to teach you the basics (and they do so brilliantly), they let you get on with it. They are watchful, mindful and step in at just the right moment to give you pearls of wisdom that are obviously years in the making. I am confident that the experience (and confidence) I have gained during the weekend will carry me forward into my own projects. A truly wonderful experience; thank you!"