Latest reviews

Helen Houghton reviewed: Transfer printing on fabric - Sublimation Printing using Disperse Dyes

"I had a really lovely creative day learning Transfer printing. Alison is a very experienced textile artist and generous with her knowledge. I learned lots of new techniques and was able to experiment and enjoy playing around with new ideas. The studio barn is lovely and we were spoiled with hot drinks and home made cakes. I can’t wait to go back! "

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Hi Helen, Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your day and I am so pleased you enjoyed the day. Transfer printing is a really fun day and very experimental. It is always exciting to see how the dyes are transformed when heat is added, you never know what the outcome will be ! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes Alison "

Sam reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the experience. Everyone was very friendly (even those who were making their baubles before us). The guidance and support was clear and they made everyone feel like the piece they had created was special and unique!"

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you for your review Sam, always pleased to hear you have enjoyed your time with us. Lovely to meet you both. Regards Angie and Steve "

Joy Andrews reviewed: Creative Mosaic Making in-a-Day!

"5 stars! Three of us had a great day learning how to mosaic - fantastic to have a go at a new craft . Will hopefully be back "

Creative Avenue York responded:

"Thankyou Joy! Look forward to creating with you again, don't forget your loyalty card for a discount. Regards, Lisa-marie"

Juli reviewed: Jewellery Making a Silver Spinner Ring

" Course was absolutely brilliant , tutoring was excellent, lovely lunch supplied and venue ideal. Thoroughly enjoyable and look forward to returning. "

EJaRt Creative responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your day and look forward to welcoming you back soon."

Karan simmonds reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

" Had a lovely day doing the workshop, very friendly people and a great teacher in Kate. Came home with a great willow animal, would definitely recommend it and great value for money x"

Kate Morrell willow sculpture responded:

"Many thanks for your kind review was lovely to meet you "

Linda reviewed: Jewellery Making a Silver Spinner Ring

"Excellent session. Helen was extremely knowledgeable, patient and supportive. I would highly recommend "

EJaRt Creative responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your jewellery making day and will make sure that Helen sees your lovely comments 🙂 We look forward to welcoming you back to EJaRt Creative in the future."

Catharine Meakin reviewed: Needle Felting course with FURZIE at Pirzwell Workshop, Cullompton, Devon

"Fantastic day with Michelle in a wonderful venue. As an absolute novice at needle felting under Michelle’s guidance I was able to create my first creature. The day flew by so quickly, we learnt different techniques and the whole atmosphere and crafting was very therapeutic. Definitely inspired by Michelle’s wonderful work - will be taking up as my new hobby - highly recommend to all "

Sonia C reviewed: Ecoprinting- Exploring the Magic and the Alchemy

"I very much enjoyed the eco-printing course. Our tutor was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We did lots of different printing of leaves on various materials and had wonderful surprises on seeing our finished projects. I would definitely recommend this day course."

Earthwise Ecoprints responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Sonia. It was so lovely to meet you and teach this fabulous group last week. Your prints were brilliant and hope that you will be able to start Ecoprinting at home. It’s a fabulous, sustainable, addictive craft!"

Sue Cottrell reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Plant Support (Obelisk or Cloche) at Cowshed Workshop, Tenterden - Morning Course

"19/04/24 I completed the day course on making a basket. I found the course quite challenging for me but Marianne was patient and supportive throughout the day. She has an abundance of knowledge about the craft and I learnt a lot about the processes involved. I am happy that I managed to complete a basket. Thank you Marianne for all your support."

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Thank you so much for your review, Sue! It was lovely to have you on board. You're so modest, as you made a massive basket; great size and shape and I love the colours. Well done, you! I hope you'll have a lot of pleasure, using your basket over the years."

Sarah reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"The advanced Gelli mono print class was intensive. Liz was able to demonstrate several new processes aimed at bringing more depth to our printing knowledge. In a group setting this was particularly enlightening as each person had a slightly different interpretation and we were all able to learn from each other. Liz’s relaxed manner and knowledgeable instruction helped us to be experimental yet still maintain the structure of whatever we were learning. I would highly recommend this course to anyone with a little printmaking knowledge who wants to develop new techniques in a friendly yet professional atmosphere!"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Sarah, Lovely to hear from you and thank you for letting me know about your workshop experience - it’s much appreciated. It’s always interesting working with artists whose skill set is already extensive and their focus has been developed and honed with different creative media. You bring different ideas and understanding, but with the curiosity to explore a new way of working, which creates an interesting challenge for me too. There was a lovely energy throughout the day, which you really added to. I hope you have time to continue mono printing, as I feel it will work really well with your painting practice, allowing for an interchange of ideas. Best wishes and happy printing Liz Wellby "

Kathryn reviewed: Pottery & Ceramics Ad hoc sessions, Learn when you want

"We had such a lovely afternoon creating. Geri was lovely and it was very relaxed and chilled. Thank you"

Geraldine Francis Ceramics responded:

"Thank you for your review, You were both great students."

Elaine Gawronska reviewed: Pick & Mix Glass Fusing Taster Sessions (Open Group)

"A first for all four of us and we really enjoyed it. Very happy with all our creations and would recommend. Give it a go. Different and fun."

Dawn Turner Designs responded:

"So pleased you all enjoyed the session, you all did some amazing pieces; I’ve been holding off sharing until I knew you’d had your ‘opening ceremony’ - thank you for your lovely feedback - Dawn "

Ros reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"Thankyou Vicky for a great time. Very relaxed and enjoyable. "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Ros, you are more than welcome and thank you for doing this course as part of your family celebrations. All the best Vicky"

Caroline reviewed: Pottery wheel & glass fusing private half-day

"Myself and my friend booked for the half day pottery and glass fusing course. It was so much fun and a perfect way to try out 2 different activities. Both activities were fully supported and Chris and Sarah were both very patient with the many questions we asked. We have just received our finished items and are so happy with the final results. Thoroughly recommend."

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"It was great to meet you both and so pleased your pieces arrived in the post OK. Many thanks, Sarah"

Kath Doyle reviewed: Ecoprinting- Exploring the Magic and the Alchemy

"I really enjoyed the day and learnt a lot. Fiona packed a huge amount in. The day was extremely well organised and she even provided biscuits. "

Earthwise Ecoprints responded:

"Thank you for your review Kath. It was really lovely to meet you on the Ecoprinting Exploring the Magic and the Alchemy Workshop. I am so pleased you enjoyed it and hope you will continue to Ecoprint at home."

Caroline reviewed: Lampshade making with Grace & Favour Home, Devon

"A very kind, patient teacher who nothing was too much trouble for. A brilliant course. Thank you Rachel"

David reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"This was my first experience of working with glass and Paul is an excellent teacher. I have waited to do a review until I received my finished piece. I am very happy with the end result and a number of people have commented on it very positively. The day of the course was very relaxed and an excellent lunch was provided. Paul's home and workshop are situated in a beautiful quiet rural area and it was lovely to see wildlife such as deer and pheasants. This course is highly recommended. "

Mina Katouzian reviewed: Introduction to simple Ink Drawings

"I attended the pen and ink workshop run by Nina. It was a lovely morning. Nina is always so well prepared and engaging. (I have done one of her other workshops in the past). It was a lovely venue, and Nina took us through the various stages step by step so we gained confidence by building up our skills gradually . It was a very peaceful and relaxing session. I am not particularly good at drawing or 'art' but Nina always makes learning so accessible by her well prepared classes and her positive and calm style. I definitely intend to attend other workshops by Nina in the future. "

Anastasia reviewed: Silver clay 2 day course for beginners - Lori Ridgway

"I had a great 2 days with Lori. Thoroughly enjoyed creating and learning with Lori. Will definitely be booking to do more. "

amanda jennings reviewed: Round Basket Workshop in the Woods

"My sister and I loved the round basket willow weaving course. A stunning woodland venue, with fantastic - and patient - instruction from Suz, and a very calming and meditative vibe. Peaceful, creative, and we came away with baskets we are actually proud of! Recommend this for anybody who is craving a mindful creative activity in a beautiful sylvan setting. "

The Coppice Co. responded:

"Thank you Amanda!"

Bob Pawson reviewed: Line and wash

"Fantastic course - accessible to all but also plenty of challenge. Great location and Liz was a wonderful teacher."

Liz Chaderton Artist responded:

"Thank you so much! I’m still giggling about thinking I’d mucked up the booking numbers! You were kind to set me straight so quickly. Hope to see you back at Micklems."

Annette reviewed: Fissures I - Cracked Mud Vessels / Panel

"Another excellent informative day. Thank you. I always learn so much."

Elizabeth Hinchliffe reviewed: Make A Rope Bowl

"A fabulous morning with Annabelle in the most beautiful setting, a stunning workshop surrounded by beautiful views! Annabelle is a wonderful teacher; making the morning such fun but productive and enabling all participants to make fabulous bowls. I was so inspired that I made a bowl the next day. The pastries and cakes were phenomenal, thanks to Alison. This was a birthday present for my sister - I'm sure I shouldn't have enjoyed it quite so much!"

Cynthia Turner reviewed: Wet Felting Bowl Workshop

"I very much enjoyed Rachel's Wet Felting Bowl Workshop. I'd had a go at wet felting before and wanted to learn how to make a bowl. Rachel's a great tutor, patient and friendly, and her instructions are very good, both during the workshop and the written notes we were given, so much so that I was inspired to make more bowls at home. It's a lovely craft to try, very tactile, mindful and therapeutic."

Rachel Morley Feltmaker and Fine Artist responded:

"Hi Cynthia, Thank you for such lovely feedback! It was a pleasure to teach you how to hand felt a bowl and I am thrilled that you have continued to make further bowls. Clearly you have caught the felting bug! Thanks again and Happy Felting! Best wishes, Rachel Morley"

Alison Butler reviewed: Wet Felting Bowl Workshop

"I had a fantastic day with Rachel creating my beautiful felt bowl. Rachel took us through the process of wet felting step by step, and was on hand to help at every stage. We had a wide range of coloured wools to choose from for our bowl, one colour for the inside and one for the outside and I was really please with my outcome. I would definitely recommend this workshop if you are looking for a great introduction to wet felting. Thank you Rachel for a fabulous day ! Alison"

Rachel Morley Feltmaker and Fine Artist responded:

"Hi Alison, Thank you! Great feedback and thank you for coming along to make your own Felt Bowl. It was a pleasure to show you the magic of how felt is made by hand. I hope it has inspired you to make more felt! I look forward to welcoming you back sometime. Thanks again! Best wishes, Rachel Morley"