Latest reviews

Chris reviewed: Pottery taster courses in the South Downs

"The 2 hours flew by and we had so much fun. Rowena is a great teacher and we had a lot of laughs. Very satisfying to end up with a couple of handmade bowls. "

Liz reviewed: Fused glass workshop - make a Lantern - Forest Row

"Really enjoyable 3hours of creativity. Jayne is super organised with her resources and provides a wide range of glass forms to inspire your imaginative designs for the lantern plates. Very good value for money too."

Mike Riley reviewed: Stained Glass for beginners

"Gigha,was friendly,fun and understanding.Excellent teacher."

Stained Glass Workshops responded:

"Thanks very much, Mike, I'm glad you enjoyed the workshop. :-)"

Ursula reviewed: Introduction to Natural Dyeing Workshop, Mere, Wiltshire

"Thank you Claudia for an amazing, informative day. You explained everything so clearly to us and it was so exciting to see what emerged from our saucepans and then to dip an assortment of different items into our dyes - wow! It was great to bring home a sample of each of our colours as well as clear information to guide us when we venture into natural dyeing. I enjoyed meeting the other ‘dyers’ too and hearing about why they had chosen to attend this course. I highly recommend this course!!! "

Elka responded:

"Thank you for coming Ursula, and for your lovely review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and hope that you continue to enjoy your natural dyeing journey!"

Rachael reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"The course and teachers were excellent. I came away with a basket that I am proud of. I can highly recommend the lunch provided also"

Nicola reviewed: Resin art course for beginners

"A very enjoyable morning. Norman was very flexible and worked with an idea we had, encouraging and taking time to ensure that we understood what we were doing. Highly recommended."

Reson-8 responded:

"Thank You Nicola, Very much appreciated and so glad that you enjoyed the course. Have just de-moulded your work and both look great. Best Regards Norman"

Jim Littlehales reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Had a fantastic day's smithing with Adrian The course was excellent ,friendly instructors with lots of help for a complete beginner Debbie's food was great Would highly recommend "

Lindsey reviewed: Full day mosaic workshop for beginners - Meriden, West Midlands

"What a fantastic day. Great location, Anne is a wonderful teacher, very helpful. It was great to achieve something that you didn’t even know you could do!! Will definitely try at home and hopefully be back for another class. Thanks Anne "

Adrienne and Jasmine T. reviewed: Making an A4 Stained Glass Panel (Kendal)

"We loved every minute and the day went so quickly. Very pleased with the end result, and would love to come again and try a different style panel, with different colours. We got just the right amount of help, when needed, and left with a unique and beautiful piece of art. Thank you so much."

Simply Smallholding responded:

"Thank you for your comments. You both made lovely panels that you should be proud of. We would love to see you both again at another of our workshops. Well done."

John Mobley reviewed: Tailor-made one-to-one textile print workshop

"The course was for my wife as a surprise birthday present and she absolutely loved it. Kathryn was a great teacher and the day was tailored precisely to my wife's abilities and creative ideas. Overall a productive, enjoyable and extremely creative day. We will be recommending the course to our friends."

Kathryn Green Textiles responded:

"Thank you so much John. It was a real pleasure to work with your wife and daughter on Saturday and I am delighted that they enjoyed their day. They had wonderful ideas and showed great creativity and flair. I would be delighted to welcome your friends to my studio and you and your family back anytime!"

Paul reviewed: Resin crafting for beginners

"Good course, with lots of knowledge. Great to be able to take things away with you on the same day. "

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Thanks Paul, Glad you enjoyed the day. Good luck in adding resin in your woodwork it should look amazing Scott "

Pam Sutton reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"What a wonderful opportunity to take time out and really concentrate on different watercolour techniques under guidance from Purnima Panchal. With time to practice and build upon experience gained over the week onboard, I have found this to be a very worthwhile activity, with the added bonus of melodious background music performed nearby- perfect! A big thank you to Purnima's I look forward to taking my improved skills away with me! and perhaps meeting again on a sea somewhere , sometime!! Pam Sutton Cunard _ Q Victoria July 2023"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

Rachael L reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"After taking 4 classes from Purnima I have learned enough basic techniques to make several lovely pictures and build them over time. One technique can take years to master, so even a short course gives you all the homework your heart desires. Very relaxing. Rachel l Houston Texas USA - Cunard Queen Victoria"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

Brenda Hopper reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"Information packed friendly classes. Gives you the confidence to go away and build upon the skills and work on techniques taught. Brenda Hopper - Cunard Queen Victoria June 2023"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

Diane Braithwaite reviewed: Have a Go Stone Carving

"We really enjoyed our taster session with Alan. He patiently showed us the techniques to make our pictures come to life on the stone tablets. A warm welcome from David and Debbie too. A beautiful location for a special craft afternoon. Thank you. "

Burngate Purbeck Stone Centre responded:

"Hi Diane, Thanks very much for your review. So glad you enjoyed your afternoon at Burngate - and well done for great stone-carving pieces! Hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards - David, Centre Manager."

Angela Davidson reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"Loved Purnima's watercolour classes, re- learnt basics- so helpful and inspiring. Cunard - Queen Victoria June 2023"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

Ryker reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"It was very good fun I like learning! Ryker Age 11 Cunard Queen Victoria June 2023"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

Cole reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"It was very fun. Cole Aged 10 - Cunard Queen Victoria"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

Jackie reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"Had a really good afternoon . Lovely Teacher Jackie - Cunard QVictoria 2023"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

Maria Dennis reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"An excellent intro to using watercolour. Many techniques learnt over the course of a few hours. Maria Dennis Cunard- Q Victoria 2023"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

CAroline Miliiken reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"Purnima is an amazing artist. She was so good at passing on her skills at our class. The art equipment provided was excellent quality for a small fee. I will definitely try and continue painting now. Many Thanks Caroline Milliken - Cunard Queen Victoria 2023 "

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

Ryan Heckman reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"Thanks for helping me with some of the basics on how paint acts on paper! Im looking forward to practicing and making more art! Ryan Heckman - Cunard Queen Victoria June 2023"

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review so glad you enjoyed the watercolour sessions on board Queen Victoria I look forward to teaching you again."

Wendy Carey reviewed: Water Colour for All

"What a lovely idea! a watercolour painting class on a sea day!. I loved every minute and Purnim explained and demonstrated all the techniques so well. I will definitely be continuing with watercolour painting when I get home. Wendy Cunard- Queen Victoria 2023"

Paul reviewed: Resin crafting for beginners

"Good course, learnt quite a lot and was good to take things home the same day. "

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Thanks, Paul I'm glad you enjoyed the day keep crafting scott"

Ian Preston reviewed: Water Colour for All

"Great introduction. I have never done this before. Relaxed and comfortable even for a complete novice. Thank you Ian -Cunard Queen Victoria 2023"