Latest reviews

Murillo Matos reviewed: Introduction to Arc or Stick Welding, with award winning metal artist, Roger Russell

"Roger is just the right person his knowledge of material and machinery is amazing he got all of tips of welding machine and equipment most brand new and his way to teach and explain about everything is incredible. I definitely really recommend him to teach any person from a kid to adult."

Anna reviewed: Learn to Crochet Workshop in The Cotswolds - Gloucestershire/Wiltshire/Oxfordshire Border

"Thank you for a very enjoyable day re-learning crochet after a break. Karen was a very good teacher showing patience, knowledge of the subject and kind, genuine and friendly atmosphere in which to learn. Highly recommend Karen's workshops."

Lechlade Craft Barn responded:

"Hi Anna It was lovely to meet you and thank you for the review. I hope you are still enjoying crochet and that you have your first project underway. I always love to see pictures :) I look forward to seeing you at another workshop. Kind regards Karen"

Ann reviewed: Introduction to crocheting

"Tutor was very knowledgeable and friendly but I felt 9 beginners were too many. The instructor did not manage to support the real novices as it took a lot of time to get round. I only learnt to confidently make a chain which was very disappointing as I hoped to have been able to confidently learn some stitches. Left feeling frustrated and with a headache. Beautiful venue and relevant for this activity. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Dear Ann I'm so sorry to hear this feedback, it's not what we would want from our courses. We will take this feedback and reduce the class size. I would like to invite you to the next (smaller) crochet course free of charge, please contact us directly if you would like to attend. Kind regards Billie "

Mark reviewed: 2 Day forged chef's knife course.

"First things first, huge thank you Steve for an amazing 2 days and an experience that I will remember for a long time. This course is brilliant from start to finish, with the end product something that is equally beautiful and practical. Being able to leave after the second day with this is incredibly rewarding. Steve, delighted it's a knife and not a chisel. To quote a certain TV show, 'it will cut'. Thanks again for your hospitality and sharing your wealth of knowledge, cannot recommend this course enough."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Mark Thank you for your kind words, it really is a pleasure to know how much you enjoyed your two days locked in the workshop with me. Your knife did look rather lovely dressed in that Australian Jarra wood handle. It will give you faithful service in the kitchen and yes it certainly did cut. Kind regards Steve"

melanie brown reviewed: Stained glass leading for beginners

"The course was great fun. Jamal explained everything really well & helped/guided as needed. Bought as a birthday present experience and can highly recommend it. "

Stained Glassic responded:

"Thanks very much Melanie!"

Nicola Patten reviewed: Giacometti style bronzed animal sculpture one day workshop Suffolk one-to-one or max 4 students

"We had the best day with Di in her fantastic home studio. She was so lovely we felt like we were spending the day with a friend and had a really great time doing something different as a family. We were so impressed with what we all managed to achieve and we all had a finished sculpture to take home at the end of the day! I'd give a sixth star if I could for the sparkling company of Bojo the dog throughout :) (we were asked if we minded him joining us!) "

Art on the Edge responded:

"Oh Nicolas that's so kind. I really enjoyed my day with you all. Hope the sculptures got home safe and sound. D x"

Sarah reviewed: Introduction to glass painting (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"My friend Jill and I did this course a couple of weeks ago. It was fantastic! Martin is an excellent tutor and very generous with both his time and materials. I would highly recommend it."

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you :)"

Jane reviewed: Mosaics for Beginners - West Sussex

"Thank you Wendy for a great day making my mosaic seagull, he looks so cute. Really enjoyed the relaxed approach and straightforward instructions. I think I may need to do another course!"

Liz reviewed: Copperplate - Regular Classes - to 31 December 2023

"Julie is a great tutor with amazing, inspiring talent. The group are lovely, friendly and helpful, sharing tips and advice. I was concerned initially joining an established course as a beginner but I was made to feel incredibly welcome. There is no pressure as everyone is at different levels and goes at their own pace. Zoom is brilliant and Julie's set up means you get a bird's eye view when she demonstrates. The flexibility is really helpful as you don't have to commit to booking a block of classes. It's a beautiful skill to learn and completely absorbing. I love the simplicity that all you need is pen, ink and paper."

Julie Chaney responded:

"What an informative and helpful review, Liz, thank you! I very much appreciate you taking the time to write it and also for your generous comments. In return, may I say that it's a pleasure having you in the group and your participation greatly contributes to the success of the sessions. Again, thank you."

Mick Buckley reviewed: Introduction to woodturning: one to one

"Great day, friendly, course content adjusted to suit ability and knowledge. Workshop nice and warm, wood burner on when I arrived. Left with a beautiful bowl produced all in the day."

Brett Jackson reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"I attended the one day course on the 29th October 22. Honestly had a brilliant time! All three of the Clarkes have a wealth of experience and made the day enjoyable. Felt especially at home with the link back to South Africa. Unfortunately I did get a crack in my blade during heat treating (this can happen sometimes) but still left with a beautiful and sharp blade that I'm proud of. Just means I have to go back and make another, or try the axe course ;) All in all an amazing day and experience! Thank you"

Claire reviewed: Coil Pots - Full Day

"What a wonderful course! Molly is a lovely teacher, she offers a fantastic range of materials to work with and the results are amazing !! Plus the food is healthy, homemade and delicious - all in all a really great day. I thoroughly recommend it. "

Molly Brown's Emporium responded:

"Thank you Claire - so glad you enjoyed both the workshop and the food and I enjoyed the too. It is always such a joy to see what comes out of a workshop, especially the coil pots."

Debbie Miller reviewed: Woodturning in Devon with Colin Simpson

"Thank you so much for such an informative day. I definitely came away feeling much more confident and with knowledge to be able to do more turning with better technique. I really appreciated you teaching style, a good mix of demonstration, hands on experience, and time to try and master what was being taught. I highly recommend Colin to anyone new to turning."

Devon Wood Crafts responded:

"Thank you Debbie. Enjoy your woodturning and if I can help in the future, please get back in touch. Regards, Colin"

Georgie W reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Extraordinary! Such a fantastic lesson… I spent the entire time fascinated, interested, amazed and delighted. And utterly baffled that I actually created some things… Highly recommended. What an insight into a magical skill."

Duncan reviewed: 'Art of Stained Glass' - Oldbury, Birmingham

"Fantastic course. It was a really enjoyable day. Jamal was incredibly skilled and knowledgeable, and I would recommend this to anybody with an interest in stained glass."

Stained Glassic responded:

"Thanks very much Duncan!"

John M reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"I loved the day. I've never done any stone carving before and came away with a very passable stone Yorkshire Rose. The tutor, Helen, had the right balance between helping and not over doing it. It was nice to have other people from the stone carving community around, too. All in all a very enjoyable day. Thanks."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Thank you for your wonderful review. You were a pleasure to teach.I am glad you enjoyed your day. Best wishes Helen"

Deborah Dowsett reviewed: Charcoal Portrait Taster Session (Morning)

"A fabulous morning . Paul is great teacher and coach - would recommend and will be back for another course soon."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for such a lovely review. We shall pass your feedback onto Paul. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team"

Vanessa Halton reviewed: Charcoal Portrait Taster Session (Morning)

"Fabulous course, step by step tutorial brilliantly done. Lovely group great setting and facilities and brilliant tutor. Really enjoyed the whole experience thank you "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the course and shall let Paul know too. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Alan reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"This is an excellent one day course. My father and I went on it together as a day out and we both thoroughly enjoyed it. Dave is a very welcoming and enthusiastic host who is passionate about knife making and really puts a lot of effort into making sure you have a good experience and come out with a professional kitchen knife at the end of it. This is equally suitable for people who have never done anything like this before, or those who feel they already know their way around a workshop, with the instructions, support, and explanations being tailored to your needs and interests. I would strongly recommend this course to others. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Many thanks indeed for your very kind review Alan. It was an absolute pleasure having yourself and your Dad in the workshop, it was a great day and you both made a couple of fantastic knives, very well done"

Ruth reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"Did the jewellery making taster course and had a fantastic day with Lucy. Came away with a completed pendant and Lecy was as invested in the project as I was. Lucy also provided comprehensive 'how to' instructions via email. "

Frances Barratt reviewed: Charcoal Portrait Taster Session (Morning)

"A really good introduction to portraits and charcoal. Nicely paced and well explained which really helped my understanding of how to build a portrait and tone. We achieved a lot in 2.5 hours. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We really appreciated it and are happy that you enjoyed the course. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Giulia Portuese reviewed: Weave a Landscape

"I really enjoyed this course. Great day being creative."

Handmade Workshops Ltd responded:

"Great to see you there Giulia. We're so pleased you enjoyed it and thank you for taking the time to give us a lovely review! Ann & Catherine."

Andrea Black reviewed: Blacksmithing for two people North West UK

"My son and husband had this to say after their day., "An amazing experience, we've had a brilliant time. Colin is an excellent teacher, with a great sense of humour. We made some lovely one off items and we would definitely go again." "

Laura reviewed: SAORI Weaving Discovery Session

"A huge thank you to Nicola who made us feel so welcome. My three daughters (11, 14, 15) all had a go at weaving and thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks for encouraging their creativity and enthusiasm! My 15 year old said "I wish I could do that every week!"."

Wayward Weaves responded:

"Thanks so much Laura! It was lovely to have you all in the studio and see the girls’ weavings grow so quickly. They all got straight in there and it was a joy to watch. Please do stay stay in touch and hopefully see you again sometime!"

John leahy reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Most enjoyable day, Chris discussed some bespoke ideas and encouraged and taught the required skills throughout the day. I hIghly recommend him."