Latest reviews

Estelle Kiefert reviewed: Christmas Decorations in Fused Glass - Warwick town centre

"The glass fusion course was brilliant. Sue was clear with instructions, answered queries with patience, was helpful and ensured the whole event was a thoroughly enjoyable occasion. "

cielo fused glass designs responded:

"Hi Estelle Thank you so much for those lovely comments - I’m so glad you enjoyed the workshop. Your lovely pieces are going into the kiln over the next couple of days and I can’t wait to see them! Best wishes Sue"

Caroline Galante reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Such an enjoyable day in beautiful surroundings ,was a little worried about making my hare but Jo soon made you feel at ease. She gave us excellent instructions and we were well looked after. Iam sorry I didn't take a kit home to make. Would definitely recommend "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Caroline - I appreciate delegates are a little nervous on first arrival; its a very different type of craft! Delighted you enjoyed the day. The kits are available on Craft courses if you get tempted! Jo x"

Nic reviewed: Lucy Churchill's Stone Carving Workshops

"The course was brilliant. It was the perfect introduction to stone carving, I knew absolutely nothing when I started but came away with a sculpture I can be proud of, all thanks to Lucy's patient and insightful teaching."

Janet Mail reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Great workshop with a wonderful tutor and beautiful studio. I attended this workshop thinking I’d never produce anything as lovely as the images on Jo’s website. But Jo explains everything in detail and even a person without a creative bone in their body like me leaves with a gorgeous hare. It’s amazing how different each hare is. I felt so confident I also purchased a kit to do at home. Thank you Jo for your help and for sharing your skills, home and workspace. I’d recommend this very popular workshop to anyone"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Janet. We all have creative bones! Your hare was lovely and I'm sure you will enjoy making your kit at home. Jo xx"

Rob Butler reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I loved the whole experience. Adrian and Andy were really friendly, experienced tutors who demonstrated just enough, before leaving you to complete the next stage. While observing to prevent big mistakes happening. Food by Debbie was amazing."

Anna reviewed: Wreath Making

"I do this course every year! Natural resources from the woods, plenty of guidance should you need it and a very festive atmosphere with drinks on hand from the woodland coffee stop :) j "

Adrian reviewed: Stained Glass using the Copper Foil Technique

"If you are considering giving stained glass making a go, I would highly recommend booking a course with Elaine. She is very warm and welcoming, extremely patient and very knowledgeable. There are plenty of templates and materials to choose from. Both of us very much enjoyed the day and the time really flew by! We both went home with something that far exceeded our expectations too, although I needed a little help with mine as I chose something a little ambitious for a first timer. I am so glad that I chose this particular course and I think it is worth every penny considering the materials and tools provided, expertise and hands on guidance that you wouldn't get from a large class. It has given us a greater appreciation of how much time and skill goes into the craft. "

Stained Glass by Elaine Alexandra responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to review of our day spent together on Saturday. I am very pleased that you were both very happy with your projects. It was not a problem at all to help you as and when required. I appreciate that participants will find some aspects of the process easier than other parts and as beginners each stage is new and helping you achieve your chosen project is what it is all about. With Best Wishes Elaine"

Wendy L reviewed: Free-motion (freehand) machine embroidery and textile art

"I had a lovely day, beautiful surroundings, cake, dog, lunch all fantastic. Learnt a lot in a very supportive and positive environment."

Flossie and Twts responded:

"Hi Wendy, Thank you so much for coming. You travelled so far too! I do so love these days of creativity and really appreciate you taking the time to write a review. I hope to see you again someday. Catherine xxx"

Shaun Brown reviewed: Archive, DO NOT LIST

"Alex is an amazing teacher, he has gathered loads of skills in his 11 years of blacksmithing, brilliant day making a fantastic knife, Alex helps you step by step ,I would really recommend the course to everyone, will definitely be back to do the Damascus course in the future. Great day with a great bunch of guys , "

Ann B reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"I cannot thank Kate enough for the willow hare I made on her course. I would highly recommend her to anyone interested in crafting something in willow and with Kate's artistry, guidance and patience, anyone can join in. I thought it was excellent value for money, especially as it included simple but good quality lunch and refreshments. This was my second visit and I'm hoping to do a third in the summer."

Rod Carroll reviewed: Blacksmith Experience Day - Anvil Forge

"Completed a 2 Day dragon course and loved it. Everyone was friendly and helpful so I am looking forward to returning to make a garden sculpture. "

Hannah Smith reviewed: Furzie's Needle Felt Workshop - Somerset

"Wow! What a fantastic day! I booked this workshop for me and my mum. We had such a lovely time and were so pleased with what we made on the day - they were both far better than we expected to come away with. Michelle was lovely and so knowledgeable and had the patience of a saint! The venue was fab too and to top it off we had a lovely lunch! Thank you Michelle for a fantastic day - we will definitely be back! :)"

Furzie responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review Hannah! Very much appreciated."

Dawn Jones reviewed: Willow Christmas Reindeer Workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"Four of us attended this course, ages ranging from 13 to 82. We all really enjoyed the day and all came away with a willow reindeer we were proud of. Vicky was very patient and helpful and made the day very special."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Dawn, I’m so glad you enjoyed the day!"

Helen Bridges reviewed: Willow Christmas Reindeer Workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"Fantastic session making willow reindeer. Very well organised and friendly tutor."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much Helen, I’m glad you enjoyed the day "

Jul reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"It was great, a lovely Mum & Daughter experience shared. Angie & Steve were very nice and very welcoming and showed us exactly what to do. We would certainly do it again and would recommend it to anyone thinking about having a go."

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you for your review Jul, it was lovely to meet you and your mum. Regards Steve and Angie "

kate reviewed: Barn Owl Wooden Sculpture

"I spotted one of Charlie’s barn owls late on night driving home through Wales. The car came to an emergency stop ✋🏿 I could have sworn that it was real !!! I got as far as about 5 cm away (with some serious trepidation ) before realising it was carved out of wood. ‘Sam’ is now sitting in my garden, keeping a look out over the garden and mountains beyond. I love him to bits. Best £175 I ever spent. I’m now staying in touch with Charlie (and his lovely warm wife Meg) because when I went bank to enquire about buying an owl the following day, I spotted a number of equally enchanting sculptures dotted around in Charlie’s barn… 🙏 Charlie I will treasure this for Life. 🙏 "

Lorraine Davies reviewed: Create Your Own Christmas Wreath - Making Workshop

"Absolutely great course .hosts were brilliant and we thoroughly enjoyed our night .looking forward to more courses "

Helen Davison reviewed: Stained Glass for Home and Garden

"I had a lovely day, Anna was a great tutor ,giving one to one attention when needed. I'm hooked, this was a Christmas gift from last year and now this years Christmas gifts will be all the tools to allow me to practice at home. Would highly recommend. "

Anna Conti Stained Glass responded:

"Hi Helen, So glad to hear that you had such a great time. if you have any questions about the tools or techniques, feel free to contact for advice. If you want to learn about working with lead, the next workshops are 25th/26th Jan 2025."

Lewis reviewed: Introduction to Woodturning - Full Day

"Great course, got to work on 2 different projects for woodturning and learnt a lot of new skills, Rick was really informative and explained techniques and concepts well and was really patient and helpful."

Rick Dobney Woodturning responded:

"Thank you very much Lewis, I'm glad you enjoyed your day with me. Well done with your two projects, you should be proud of what you achieved. All the best - Rick"

Rachel reviewed: Wreath Making

"I always enjoy this wreath making event. The materials are available for you to choose yourself and staff are on hand to help and advise if needed."

Linda reviewed: Metal embossing foil DIY wreath kit

"Delivery good. It is a present so not made yet but all likes good from what I’ve seen in the box!"

Catherine reviewed: Introduction to DIY at home

"What a day! I am someone who could not even hold a drill properly & here I an so much more confident to put a shelf, fix a leaking tap myself, handle the drill correctly, cut on the saw machine, paint the right way & so much more. Tyler is an amazing instructor & he gave me that confidence that I could do so many things myself. I wish I could give more stars but 5 is the maximum I can give. All the best, Cath"

TM Woodcrafts responded:

"Hi Catherine, thank you for your lovely review! It was a fantastic day and I hope you took a lot of positive things from the class! 🙂"

Mark L reviewed: Festive Christmas Nordic Tomte - Gnome Workshop

"Heather was a great tutor, and the afternoon was a jolly affair, and kickstarted Christmas 2024 wonderfully."

Kevin Harriman reviewed: Creative metalwork and welding, scrap metal sculpture.

"Great Course, very informative hosts learnt so much and managed to actually produce some artwork by the end. ( not sure its going to win any prizes.) "

WTF Workshops responded:

"Thank you for the review Kevin :) Was great having you at the workshop and your project looked great, who needs prizes anyway when you have your own scrap metal sculpture! "

Kelly reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"I bought this as a surprise for my partner's birthday, and he absolutely loved it. Steve and Angie were both so lovely. Steve did an amazing job explaining everything we needed to do, and you could really feel his genuine passion for what we were creating. Angie made us feel welcome and talked me through everything. My partner enjoyed the bauble session so much that he can't wait to book the full taster session soon. Thank you so much for making the experience so enjoyable and memorable."

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Kelly, it was a pleasure working with you both. We are so pleased you enjoyed your time with us. Regards Steve and Angie "