Latest reviews

Elaine Kirt reviewed: A whole day woodturning tuition

"Absolutely brilliant! Chris was so lovely and patient with me and I was so chuffed to come away with my honey drizzler and bowl. Chris was informative, helpful and funny....he gave constructive advice when needed and positive feedback when deserved. Nothing was too daft to ask and he has certainly given me a new founded love for woodworking. I would definitely recommend to anyone. Thank you Chris 😁"

Chris Parker Woodturner responded:

"Elaine, it was great to have you in the workshop. You produced two pieces of work two be proud of. Well done .👏👏"

Mandy reviewed: Halloween Cat -Drawing and Collage - Family Arts Session Melbourne, nr Pocklington

"Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, as always with these courses."

Heather Addison reviewed: Freehand Machine Embroidered Landscape

"Really useful introduction to freehand machine embroidery. Katherine covered everything we needed to know and it was helpful to be shown the techniques in person and having her there to troubleshoot! "

Marian Aldridge reviewed: Robin: Wet Felting

"Absolutely lovely venue and teacher. Svetlana explained very thing in detail as I had never done felting before she needed a lot of patience with me. I was delighted with the result a lovely plump robin. All my own work can’t wait to do another course."

Wool & Silk Art Studio responded:

"Thank you Marian, It was a pleasure to welcome you and Albert to my studio. You both created beautiful work — truly remarkable for your very first felting experience! Thank you so much for your kind review. I look forward to seeing you again soon for another inspiring class. Kind regards, Svetlana "

Penelope Ingham reviewed: One student - full day 6 hours , Welded Dragon fly . Introduction to artistic welding metal sculpture with Roger Russell

"This course was a Christmas present from my wife, and what a great day out it was too. Roger was infinitely patient with me, a total welding novice. We went through the different welding techniques, why and in what circumstances one should be used over the others, the various types of welder, including the safety aspects of each. Roger’s course is centred around the making of a dragon fly from scratch, which is a very clever way of using all techniques and equipment and have something to take home at the end of the day. Even if you don’t ever do anymore welding, you will have obtained a new skill and have had a great day out. As for myself, well my garden is in danger of being filled with hand made sculptures! Thanks Roger. "

Jamie reviewed: Damascus Steel Knife forging

"I had a brilliant experience over the weekend crafting my Damascus kitchen knife. Alex is an excellent and clearly passionate tutor taking you through the process, and I definitely plan on returning to make more with Hammer and Hound."

Dawn Martin reviewed: Beginner's Cupcake Decorating

"Jane was very patient, great course thoroughly enjoyed learning the new skills. The decoration came out as the pictures!:)"

Miss Sally reviewed: Natural skincare workshop

"Really good fun and alchemic! The big plus is coming home with a really beautifully soft and gentle face cream. Would completey recommend!! Magicx"

Tina reviewed: Create your own Botanical Prints in full colour, linocut for beginners and intermediates, with Laura Sowerby - a Quirky Workshop at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Ullswater and The Lake District

"An extremely well run day in delightful workshop. Annie provided us with tea/coffee, sandwich and cake lunch, tea and scone. Lisa introduced us to choosing a botanical image, transfer to the Lino, cutting techniques, inks preparation, printing and tidy up with expert explanations, demonstrations and enthusiasm to encourage us all to succeed. She shared the skills of her profession and helped us all individually delivering a very enjoyable day. "

Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden and Barns responded:

"Hello Tina and thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely review. It was great to meet you and am thrilled you so enjoyed your day. I have forwarded your feedback to Laura too. We've just released our new programme so hopefully we may see you another time. Thank you again, Annie "

Jan reviewed: Get to Know Your Overlocker and / or Coverstitch with Geraldine Sykes

"I enjoyed the course and for true overlocker novices it's perfect. Although I can already use mine to a degree I did still pick up some new knowledge and ideas along with a much better understanding of how the machine works."

Tudor Rose Patchwork responded:

"Thank you for your review. Delighted to hear you enjoyed the day. Now you know where we are, we very much look forward to welcoming you back again."

Nicola reviewed: Glass blowing for beginners with Jon Lewis

"What a fabulous workshop! I attended with a friend and we both had a great time. The day was well structured, Jon’s tuition was clear, friendly and encouraging. We both made several pieces and really enjoyed the process. Thanks Jon "

Emma P reviewed: Needle Felting Pumpkin Workshop

"I had a really good time, Reagan is a great teacher really patient and so good at her craft. I feel really inspired and excited to try more. Looking forward to the Christmas workshop. And I got two beautiful pumpkins 🎃 "

Nicola reviewed: Dot Mandala Painting On Canvas - Cumnor Village Hall

"This is such an enjoyable course, Sarah’s teaching methods are great and everyone came away with something they were proud of. It was very mindful and the time wizzed by but I didn’t feel rushed at all. Perfect thing to do with my sisters. Thank you Sarah! "

The Crafty Boater responded:

"Thank you Nicola. It was a thoroughly enjoyable day for me too. You were all a joy to teach. "

Margaret reviewed: Saturday Workshop - Bring Your Own Upholstery Project

"I had such an enjoyable and inspiring day doing this course with my daughter and her sister-in-law. Sarah is an excellent, patient and caring tutor and her workroom and surroundings were tasteful and relaxing. I was thrilled to re-upholster my stool - it was an enlightening experience and I was thrilled to do it. Thank you. "

Ally B reviewed: Beginners sewing - Tote Bag and Zipped Bag - Day Workshop - Worcester

"Fabulous day! Judi is such a patient, skilled tutor. Makes you feel really at ease. The day flies by and what is so brilliant is that you actually make two items that look brilliant! Such a surprise to me! Would absolutely recommend to anyone who wants to sew from a basic level. I now feel so much more confident! "

Julie Fielding reviewed: DIY Pumpkin Floral Arrangement

"Sadly on this occasion the course wasn't able to run."

Abigail reviewed: Natural skincare workshop

"Step into the world of herbal Magic with Terry – the lotion, potion, wizzard that will keep you feeling young (with the products and his playful teaching style). I loved the feeling of the cream and I have nickenamed it ‘eternal youth’ instead of anti-ageing. I have been glowing, with soft, silky skin and am excited to make my own, dread to think of it, when my supply runs out. But fear not, with the help of Terry’s wisodm, he has distilled his magic into a little spell book, aka, the workshop notes, which will help you consolidate your knowledge after the experince, help you to find the right ingredients and guides you to make your own. The lip balm has me ‘pucker’ ready and the body butter is dreamy. From the bottom of my poetic heart, I recomend Terry’s workshops. Love from Abigail – may you enjoy the magical experience of class xx"

Rebecca reviewed: Natural skincare workshop

"This workshop is amazing! I attended earlier this year and the creams are just wonderful. What makes it so special is that you can see exactly what goes in them and know that there is nothing nasty. I can also now make my own but prefer to be on the workshop as Terry is just the best teacher."

Rachel reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Weaving a Foraging Basket - Improver's Day Course at King John's Nursery, Etchingham, East Sussex

"Really enjoyed a day making a basket. Excellent teaching, lovely atmosphere and keen to do the next course!"

L T reviewed: Beginners DIY and Home Maintenance day course

"This was a good course to get to grips with the basics of DIY. I came away feeling more confident to tackle projects that have been needing attention. David is very enthusiastic and has a great way of delivering knowledge and teaching DIY skills. It would have been beneficial to have more practice time but I appreciate there was alot of ground to cover in one day. Thank you. "

Great British Woodshop responded:

"Hi LT Many thanks for the lovely review, and you're right, we do pack in a lot of different DIY skills in the day class to give you as much information and practical hands-on as possible in one day. We think it's the best use of your time and money to send you home empowered with knowledge and confidence, and leave the practice for you to do at home in your own time. As we always say, "Don't let learning lead to knowledge, let learning lead to action". Thanks for joining us on the day and look forward to saving hundreds of pounds doing those simple jobs yourself."

Naomi reviewed: Viking knife

"I bought this course for my husband for his birthday and he had a great time! Great tutor, good project and he was really pleased with what he made. "

Alex reviewed: Glass Bauble blowing experience with Chris

"I booked this as a birthday present for my girlfriend as it’s something she always wanted to do and she was so happy with the entire experience. Chris was laid-back and patient. It was a cozy venue and it was a perfect way to try our first attempt to glass blow and we will definitely go back ..Reasonably priced and very friendly"

Daniel Ramsden reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"Lots of fun. 3 of us went & all enjoyed it. Rudi is a great teacher & patient. I broke mine twice & was still able to make something I'm extremely proud of"

Aardvark Blacksmithing responded:

"Thanks Daniel for review glad you all enjoyed the day and three unique knives made , was a pleasure meeting and working with you all"

Samantha Nightingale reviewed: Glass Experience Day

"Course was great, excellent teaching and oppurtunity to make items to take home. Learned a lot more about glass bead making that I could apply to my home hobbying. Both teachers were very freindly and helpful. Overall great experience."

Sarah Robins reviewed: Eco printed lampshades with Fiona Balding at Cambridge Makers

"I had a wonderful day learning how to successfully ecoprint after many failed attempts at home! We worked solidly through the day trying out different ways to create a variety of effects on fabric and paper. I am extremely proud of my printed linen lampshade. Now I have to wait until Spring to start experimenting! Thank you, Fiona, you were inspirational."

Cambridge Art Makers responded:

"Hi Sarah, thank you so much for your excellent review. We are so glad you enjoyed the day, I have passed your words onto Fiona. We hope you enjoy experimenting more in the Spring. Susannah "