Latest reviews

Claudia reviewed: Traditional Frame baskets with Amanda Rayner at Usk

"My husband and I did the traditional frame basket workshop with Amanda and had a fantastic time. Amanda is very patient and gave us really clear instructions and tips to help us make our baskets. The workshop is in a beautiful setting and the tea and cake was a lovely bonus! It was so much fun and very informative."

Toby Weston reviewed: Pole Lathe Turning at Sallerton Wood

"Went on this course with no turning experience. Andy was great at explaining and demonstrating with all the tools. He is very knowledgable about all things carpentry and forest management, and entertained all my questions about timber framing too! Will be recommending these courses without a doubt."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks very much, Toby, for your positive review. We're delighted that you enjoyed the course, and indeed your interactions with Andy, the course tutor, on a range of wood-related topics. We hope to see you back at Sallerton Wood sometime in the future for another course. "

Simon Platts reviewed: Wood turning - One day course

"Well worth the money! Originally I was going to buy a lathe and plod away myself in a self-taught fashion from day 1. I'm glad I didn't as I now realise I could've wasted a whole load of time and money. Great practical training but also great advice on equipment, tools etc"

Anna L Nichols Furniture responded:

"Great and good luck with your little product you're making"

McKenzie madison reviewed: Blacksmithing for two people North West UK

"Fantastic day, booked as a gift for a friend as we like to try new things. Very patient and knowledgeable, got to try many different techniques and tools, ensured everything was safe but also trusted you to be autonomous in your design, guiding you throughout the day. Thoroughly enjoyable and highly recommended "

Anvilsring Ironwork responded:

"Glad you both enjoyed the experience, it was a pleasure teaching you."

John Scott reviewed: Wooden Pendant Carving with Giles Newman

"Can only confirm previous comments. Welcoming, relaxed, informative, enjoyable and eventually productive. V proud of my oak leaf pendant. "

Giles Newman responded:

"Thank you so much John!"

Sandy reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Had a great two days in a lovely setting. I learnt a lot from Miranda and came away with a sculpture of a seahorse which I’m very pleased with. Choice of 4 projects. I found it less physically demanding than I thought it would be. Highly recommend this course, a fun weekend! "

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Sandy, glad you enjoyed the weekend. Best wishes Miranda"

Hannah reviewed: Copper wire jewellery Workshop

"Kami was so approachable and clear in her teaching methods. She showed me so many different techniques and gave lots of tips to be able to have a go myself at home. The whole process was really therapeutic and I thoroughly enjoyed making my two pieces. Thanks so much. "

Mya Designs responded:

"Thanks so much for a lovely review, Hannah, I'm so glad you enjoyed your anniversary gift from your husband. The little wire ring you made had the perfect tension to get the swirl sitting nicely showing you have a natural flare for wirework. You've explored so many techniques and textures for your main project as well as polishing and I love how you've incorporated family initials into the ring. I hope you get to try lots of different crafts as there's so many to enjoy when you need some 'me' time. Take care :)"

Jackie Andrews reviewed: Create Tiny Wire & Paper Bird Sculptures in Derbyshire

"Liz ran a great workshop, she was friendly and welcoming and the pace of the workshop was just right. Showed us a variety of techniques and came away with some lovely little wire birds, can’t wait to make more. Would recommend."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Jackie, Good to hear from you and thanks for taking the time to tell me about your day at The Slipper Studio. I loved your positivity and your engagement throughout the day and you created some beautiful, characterful wire and paper birds. Happy making - I expect a flock of birds will be moving in with you. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Jo Stevenson reviewed: Hand spinning Day Course

"Juliet was lovely. The course was really informative and Juliet was really patient and kind and took time to explain everything really well. I feel I know the basics of hand spinning now and has given me the confidence to keep practicing until I’ve master the craft of hand spinning. "

Juliet Hill Handspinning responded:

"Hello Jo, I'm pleased you enjoyed your handspinning day, I certainly did ! I hope we can keep in touch so I can hear about your progress. Juliet."

Sharron reviewed: Creative Mosaic Making in-a-Day!

"Really enjoyed the day. Warm and friendly. I will be back. Great cake, and well-behaved 🐕 "

Creative Avenue York responded:

"Thankyou Sharon, it would be lovely to see you again. Don't forget your loyalty card! Lisa-marie"

Andy reviewed: Woodturning half day taster

"Wood turning with Paul was a delightful experience. He strikes a great balance between stepping in to make sure that you’re safe and know what you’re doing and stepping back to let you get on with it when he sees you’re on the right track. This really helps you build confidence as you work through the different tasks and cuts he teaches. In the half day session we took a square practice block, turned it into a cylinder, and learned how to make concave and convex cuts. We then repeated the process with another block also drilling the middle out to create a vase. Walking away with a lovely little vase was the perfect end to a great session. I would recommend this experience for anyone young or old who wants to start a new hobby, or is just curious about how ornate furniture was made."

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed the experience."

Vicky Murtagh reviewed: Beginners DIY & Home Maintenance Workshop in Preston, Lancashire (1 Day)

"I had a great day. The Home Maintenance/DIY day course was informative and fun. Jo is very helpful and experienced. Would recommend this course."

The Boho Shed responded:

"Thank you for your kind review Vicky, I’m so pleased you got so much out of the day. Give me a shout if you need any further help. Happy DIYing. 💕"

Nicola reviewed: Willow Trug Basket Workshop

"This basket making course was FANTASTIC ! Suz is a master teacher and we all came home with a beautiful basket. We walked through the beautiful woods and left our stresses behind. The atmosphere was super relaxing and it was a marvellous mix of forest bathing and mindfulness. Thank you !! "

The Coppice Co. responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review! It was a pleasure to have you along and you made a great basket."

Phillip Brown reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Both Gav and Tom were very knowledgeable and helpful and kept us all entertained along the journey of making our longbows. Yes you could spend the fee (and more) on purchasing a custom built bow by one of the many suppliers but now I feel confident to have a go making one at home and they’ll be there for you if you need any advice/help with your bow or new skills"

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you so much for your review and I'm so glad you had a good weekend. Enjoy your bow. Pam"

Lis Kendray reviewed: Wooden Pendant Carving with Giles Newman

"Absolutely fabulous course. Giles is welcoming, talented and professional. We all made something we were proud of, an oak pendant in my case. Whole atmosphere relaxed with lots of laughs, lots of learning and ability to go confidently to carry on carving."

Giles Newman responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review Lis. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all on Saturday and to share in such a fun day. I do hope that you all keep on carving."

AJS reviewed: English longbow making weekend in the heart of Nailsworth Gloucestershire

"Great course, even for students with very limited experience of working with wood. Instructors do everything to help you to work smoothly on the longbow - which is a thing of beauty "

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you for giving a review and I'm so glad you had a good weekend. Enjoy your bow. Pam"

Jane Davies reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Snowshill Manor

"What an absolutely super experience. Lovely venue & experienced, knowledgeable tutor. LOVE my hedgehog. ❤️"

Sophie Dunn reviewed: Silver jewellery course for beginners in Exeter

"Anna was really friendly and welcoming. Lots of helpful tips, and I came away with 3 lovely pendants and a good idea of how to continue myself at home - thank you. "

Silver Jewellery Art responded:

"Sophie, thank you for such a nice summary of our course. It was nice to meet such a brilliant student like you."

Mary Condon reviewed: Weave a scarf in a day - Wakefield

"I thoroughly enjoyed the day. As a total beginner I didn't expect to achieve so much in a day. Clear and supportive instructions throughout, Anne is an excellent teacher. I would highly recommend this course."

Lesley reviewed: Beginners needle felted seascapes

"A very enjoyable morning, and I was very pleased with my very first piece - it's up on the wall at home already....."

Jack & Alice Crafts responded:

"You did so well, I am so pleased you have found a place for your piece. It was a pleasure teaching you both."

David Martin reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"As a complete novice this gave me everything that I need to start wedding. The course, for obvious reasons, started with some safety discussions before we moved on to a practical demo followed by loads practice with arc welding. The afternoon concentrated on MMA welding and followed the same structure as the morning session. David is an excellent instructor both with the briefing/demo sessions and with one-to-one guidance during the practical elements. He obviously has loads of experience and would be able to start/improve the skills of any attendee. This was a very worthwhile and enjoyable course that covered all the bases without feeling rushed in any way. Highly recommended."

Allied Welding School responded:

"Thank you very much for your kind review David, very much appreciated I am glad you enjoyed your 'Wedding' day course :), also thank you for taking us up on one of our special offer welding machines that we offer on the day. Kind regards David."

Fiona reviewed: Introduction to Traditional Leaded Stained-Glass Course, 2 days

"The course was really interesting with a brief history of stained glass and then the practical. All resources were provided and the tutor was knowledgeable, approachable and friendly. I'd happily do it again, it was thoroughly enjoyable. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are really pleased you enjoyed the workshop. We hope to see you here again at Stanwick Lakes soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

E reviewed: Training course in upcycling with pallets. An introduction to making furniture with pallets for beginners

"Brilliant day - Scott is so helpful and full of great tips!"

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Thanks for a lovely review. I'm so happy you enjoyed the course "

Jon Dodd reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"Shown what to do and then plenty of practice - feedback and 1:1 when you need it. Exactly what you want from a 1 day intro course. David was friendly, knowledgeable and very open to answering questions."

Allied Welding School responded:

"Thank you very much for your positive review Jon, very much appreciated I am pleased you enjoyed your day, also thank you for taking us up on one of our special offer welding machines that we offer on the day. Kind regards David."

Julian reviewed: Blacksmithing experience day

"Really great day, fun, nice people and learned a lot."