Latest reviews

Beth reviewed: Silver Jewellery Making Experience for 2 people

"Lovely course! We had a wonderful few hours with Tracey making our own pendants. There was a perfect balance of demonstrable, practice time, and freedom and agency to create your own unique piece of jewellery. Would highly recommend! "

Katie reviewed: Set Of 6 Large Lava Orange Toggle Buttons

"So happy with the beautiful ceramics dove sets i bought perfect very pretty and Samantha is a star resolving all the issues and sending an extra gift can't thank you enough Samantha beautiful presentation also in boxes and card a perfect gift around thank you so much again :0)"

Ceramics By Robinson responded:

"I thank you kati for you kind words and feedback I wish you well Thank you for supporting my small business Samantha Robinson "

Niamh Bolton reviewed: Glass Mosaic sun catcher

"My sister and I had a wonderful few hours creating our mosaic glass sun catchers with Diane. The course was fantastic value for money and a great activity to do with friends or family. We were given an informative tutorial at the start of how to score and cut the glass, provided with safety instructions and guided on how to get the best results. It was nice to be left to get on with it independently, with Diane and Linda on hand for anything we needed. Thank you for a lovely crafty day. We will be back! "

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review. You are both very talented and we do hope you return soon x"

Steve Chapman reviewed: Powertex Gnome Workshop

"Amazing experience, warm friendly atmosphere with encouraging help from Jan. I wasn't a " crafter " before the day but due to Jan's fabulous teaching, I am now thirsty for more. Definitely recommend. "

Feline Fixins Powertex Fun responded:

"Hi Steve & Nyree, thank you for the lovely review. It was a pleasure meeting you and helping you create your wonderful gnomes. I am so pleased you are now a convert to crafting and Powertexting. You are welcome back anytime. Very best wishes. "

Fiona M reviewed: Textile still life workshop

"I enjoyed this class very much , I came away with the confidence to produce more designs on my own. It was a very pleasant instructive day."

Imogen Bittner Studio responded:

"Thank you Fiona! I’m glad you enjoyed the day and have some more techniques to add to the skills you already have. It was lovely to meet you and I would love to see your piece when you have finished it. Good luck with future projects, Imogen."

Lena reviewed: One day stained glass workshop London for beginners and enthusiasts

"As an absolute beginner in making art with glass, I was able to craft a wonderful piece. Tejal’s guidance, patience and friendliness made the workshop a wonderful experience. "

Kathryn reviewed: Crochet Worshop - All levels at Tandem Crafts, Stourbridge

"A fabulous time had with Anne and Cath. Learned a lot and got to create something beautiful."

Tandem Crafts responded:

"Many thanks for your comments. Was a pleasure to meet you. God luck with crochet journey we're here if you need any help"

Kathryn reviewed: Beginner's Cupcake Decorating

"It's an amazing course! Loved every minute. Every instruction was clear and detailed. I did not think I could ever create something so beautiful. I am looking forward to the next one."

Tara House Bakery responded:

"So pleased that you found the course worthwhile and describing it as 'amazing' was wonderful. Thank you. Looking forward to seeing you at a future course, Kathryn. "

Zak Ferguson-Young reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"I had a great day learning the basics of blacksmithing with Rudi. I made a small keychain which my wife loves and a knife that whilst slightly imperfect I'll treasure forever. Great instruction throughout the day helping me to create pieces I'm proud of. Would definitely recommend this course."

Zak Ferguson-Young reviewed: Lathe turning for beginners with Thompsons Wood

"I had such a good day doing this turning course. Jake was generous with his time, knowledge and materials helping me to make a beautiful bowl. The day was relaxed and fun. I spent the whole next day showing everyone what I made. I would 100% recommend this course. I immediately went home to see if I could buy my own lathe! Thanks so much"

Kim reviewed: SAORI Weaving Discovery Session

"My 10-year old granddaughter and I loved the workshop. Nicola was warm and encouraging throughout, the looms were extremely easy to use and the whole experience was a delight. Great to be able to produce something so satisfying in a couple of hours. Thank you!"

Wayward Weaves responded:

"You're very welcome. Thanks very much for your kind words, Kim. It was genuinely lovely to have you both in the studio - you both got into the spirit of Saori so quickly! "

Diane Parkinson reviewed: Copper Foil Extended Class : Sale!

"Had a great afternoon. Loved this course"

Robin Corden reviewed: Stone carving for beginners - Weymouth

"The course was absolutely wonderful. John is a brilliant teacher. His instruction and guidance helped me to carve something quite beautiful. What I was able to carve in the time really surprised me. It has left me eager to acquire tools and do more carving."

Sculptor John Davey responded:

"Hello Robin many thanks for your kind words. It's always a pleasure to pass on my passion for stonecarving. If you need tools I use southern stone you can mention my name. Take care get chipping. John"

Victoria Wright reviewed: Pen Making From High Quality Acrylics

"What a fantastic course! I made a beautiful Fountain pen and have not stopped using it since. Michael is very patient and calming and will happily explain things a number of times to make you feel at ease. I would highly recommend Michael and this course!"

Westminster Pens responded:

"Hello Victoria Many thanks for your kind words. I am glad that you enjoyed the course Kind regards Michael"

Nicola McMillan reviewed: Beginners stained glass craft classes at RDW Glass

"I’ve recently attended this class and thought it was great! There was a good mix between guided tuition and letting you get stuck in about it yourself. As someone who was completely new to the stained glass making process, I can say I feel enough was covered to get me started on my own stained glass journey with a good baseline of understanding. "

RDW Glass responded:

"Thank you. We are glad you enjoyed. Good luck on the Journey! Be in touch if need help on the way. 🙂 C, K, R. "

Mary reviewed: Willow Sitting HareStudi0ne Bridport

"Jo managed to support the range of abilities in the group really well. It was hard work but very fulfilling with a sculpture to take home at the end of the day. Jo was also serious about the health and safety aspects of the location and work content. This was my first experience of willow weaving and perhaps could have done with more time, however, I had learnt enough to be able to finish off and tidy up my sculpture when I got home. I would definitely recommend Jo’s workshop and hope to attend another in the future. A great learning experience - thank you Jo."

Jill Walker reviewed: Building and weaving a simple stool at The Quiet Workshop

"I spent a wonderful two days - warmly welcomed into the workshop and home of StJohn and Bryony. I was so happy with the stool I made and grateful for the patient teaching from StJohn and wonderful refreshments from Bryony. I enjoyed it so much I am now planning to book my two sons and my husband in to catch the bug so we can have a new family hobby!"

The Quiet Workshop responded:

"Jill, Thank you so much for your lovely words. You and Alison were great company in the workshop and made two lovely stools. No wobble first time out! Really looking forward to meeting the rest of your family. StJohn & Bryony."

Alison Coggon reviewed: The Beautiful Craft of Needle Felting - Hare

"The course was absolutely lovely. A great location, great venue, very welcoming and the felting course had a brilliant tutor, outstanding, so friendly, the course was amazing, I even came home with a hare. Highly recommend. "

The English Country House responded:

"Hi Alison, That's very kind of you to say, it was a genuine pleasure to meet you and we hope to see you again soon! :) Thanks and best wishes, Jude"

Simon King reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"Really enjoyed my day. Almut clearly knows about woodcarving and how to teach beginners. She is very patient and suportive, she guided me through producing a woodcarving that I could take home with a feeling of accomplishment (and pride!). "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Simon, Your carving is beautiful. Thank you for the review. Best Wishes Almut"

Catherine Courtney reviewed: Dragon book box

"Had a fantastic time making our Dragon book boxes. Brilliant teacher, generous with her time, knowledge, snacks and drinks. Loved it"

Feline Fixins Powertex Fun responded:

"Hi Catherine, thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to help you achieve your unique book boxes. I hope you got lots of compliments, your work certainly deserved it. Very best wishes Jan"

Rachel H reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"I had a super day with Simon doing the woodturning. I'd never used anything like the tools and machinery before and was a little apprehensive, but it was all very gentle and well-paced. Simon was great at explaining the tools, the nature of the wood, and the reasons behind the techniques. I made a lovely little toggle and a beautiful bowl, and had a fantastic day."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Rachel, Thank you for a lovely review and so glad you enjoyed the day. Do get in touch if you need more guidance. --Simon"

Gerry cassidy reviewed: Bookbinding kit - make your own book!

"Excellent kit, loved the finished result of my first bookbinding exercise. I choose red cloth finish with black inside cover, my only gripe would be the length of cord to do the book could have been a little longer, I was not happy with my cutting of the cord on my book and in the end removed cord and purchased some wool/nylon thin repair thread in a nice red colour and used that. Happy to recommend this kit, you should be well pleased with the end result, good luck out there......... "

Gerry cassidy reviewed: Gel plate printing starter kit with handmade A5 gel plate, instructions and videos

"Great little kit, plenty of possibilities to extend image making using laser printed sheets on the gel sheet, look it up on you tube, also try leaves on the gel sheet and get some great results!. Good luck crafter!. "

Bev Evans Art and Print responded:

"Hi Gerry! Fab review, thank you! Your comment on laser print image transfer leads me to think that I should maybe do a couple of extra videos on this. I could add magazine image transfer too. Watch this space! Best wishes, Bev"

Chris G reviewed: Antiquarian bookbinding repair day

"Excellent experience. We planned out a series of topics to cover a week ahead. Stephen prepared material and examples so we could cover those topics with hands on practice. We addressed difficult to remove spine leather, reusing leather from older books and alternative technique for label making. We also have time to review a number of other subjects such a leather types and structure, disinfecting moldy books, and washing and sizing paper. It was a really productive and enjoyable day."

Boundbooks responded:

"Hi Chris, thanks for your review. Glad you enjoyed the session. It was a pleasure working with you. Many thanks Stephen "

R&D reviewed: 2-day blacksmithing courses

"My husband and I decided to do the 2 day course for our 6th wedding anniversary in order to learn a new craft skill, but also to make something practical for us to use and enjoy in the years to come. We enjoyed every moment of the 2 day course and Aaron was a fantastic teacher who guided us step by step through each process. The workshop was a great space to work in and was a real Aladdin's cave of interesting tools and metal work paraphenalia. Aaron got us working in no time whilst offering guidance where needed. On our first day we each made three wall hooks and by the end of the 2nd day, between the two of us, my husband and I had made a four piece fireside companion set, all under Aaron's expert guidance and instructions. We were thrilled with what we had achieved and learnt in the 2 days and can't thank Aaron enough for his patience and perseverance with us! We highly recommend this course to anyone who loves learning a new craft skill or who may have a 6th wedding anniversary coming up! "

A and T Petersen Ltd responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review and happy anniversary!"