Latest reviews

Helen Carlisle reviewed: Glass Experience Day: Try fused glass, stained glass and enamelling in 1 course!

"I did this course recently with a friend and it was a lovely way to spend a day. There was so much to do/learn in the time available which makes is great value for money. I came away with 7 pieces of work which I was quite impressed with. Sarah is very attentive and friendly and there is a lovely lunch provided too. "

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"It was lovely to meet you both - so pleased you enjoyed the very full day of creativity! Thanks so much for leaving a review too, Sarah "

Rebecca. reviewed: Fused Glass Wave and Dichroic Glass Jewellery Workshop with Crafts in the Valley

"Excellent course in great venue. Melanie is really helpful, provides cake and is super organised! The glass fusing itself is a really pleasing process and I’m really happy with what I made. Good value for money too. "

Melanie Townley reviewed: Beginners Silver Jewellery Course

"Thank you so much Mark & Terri for your amazing hospitality last Sunday, my 3 friends very kindly treated me to this course as a birthday present & we all thoroughly enjoyed the day. Mark your teaching, patience & attention to detail is very much appreciated - we are all so pleased with our jewellery & are wearing it with pride. Terri’s refreshments & delicious lunch we were very grateful for too. Would so highly recommend this course. "

Dandelion Silver responded:

"Hello Melanie, Thank your for the review. It was a real please to host you. You all did an amazing job with your creations. I hope Emma got her ring, I posted it through her door a few days later. Mark"

Karen Jones reviewed: Circular sock knitting machine 'Sock School'

"A really lovely day spent with Anne. She had thought of everything to make the day so enjoyable ,from the calm and patient way she helped teach us how to use the knitting machines to producing our own socks to take home. From the 1st email to the last cup of tea and homemade biscuits Anne held our hands all the way. I must mention the food that was provided too, all home cooked on an AGA by her friend Mattie , just delicious. "

Cymbal Knits responded:

"Thank you Karen! I really enjoyed the day too. "

Michael Dixon reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"What an experience the Forge is. I had a great day making a Rams Head Poker and a Shepherds Crook, hard work but very enjoyable. Alex is an excellent teacher, full of knowledge of his craft & very good at it. I was surprised how good they turned out. I would recommend it to anyone. "

Chalk Pit Forge responded:

"Hi Michael, thanks for your review. Really glad to hear you had a good day and you're happy with what you made and learnt, it's much appreciated. All the best Alex "

Abderrachid el Ahmadi reviewed: One-to-one 3 day lampshade making masterclass including business startup guide for crafters

"Moji taught us the techniques of 2 complete different styles of lampshades within 3 days. With all her enthusiasm and patient skills she took us by the hand step by step. She really takes the time to explain well, in detail, and feels responsible that you will leave inspired, crafted and with beautiful handmade lampshades. She is able to multitask, provides lovely lunch in between and makes pictures of your personal activities. So that you have a reference afterwards. On top of this all she takes you through some basics of marketing to start your own business. We had a wonderful time, which varied from instruction to many laughs. These three wonderful days are well worth your money."

Moji Designs responded:

"Dear Rachid, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. I thouroughly enjoyed having you and yes indeed we had lots of fun and laughter. Thank you for being such an amazig student and also for my beautiful gifts you and Brunia brought for me from Amsterdam. I look forward to seeing your future lampshade projects alongside your beautiful upholstered pieces. Take care and happy making! With lots of love Moji x"

Jeanette reviewed: Sun-printed lampshade making workshops in Devon

"Really enjoyed the process, such a lovely treat to do something for myself. Bridget was lovely and helpful … highly recommend the course to learn a new skill and just be creative x"

Bridget Arnold responded:

"Thanks Jeanette you created a very lovely lampshade and I hope you will have found somewhere good to put it in your new home "

Jenny Carter reviewed: Resin geode/hi-build art workshop

"I really enjoyed my day at Eli-chem. In the morning we learnt about the different types of resins and after a demo in the morning we got to play around and practice on a square board . In the afternoon we got to work a geode board. There’s was a huge range of pigments, stones , gems etc to use. They were really encouraging and helpful and the day ran at a pleasant pace. My pieces were posted to me the next week. Can’t wait to display them! And now I feel confident I could try this at home. Thanks for a great day "

Karl Filby reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"As a complete novice I had no idea if I would show any aptitude for wood turning, Simon made me feel comfortable and capable. Simon was extremely patient, answering all of my questions without ever making me feel inadequate or talking down to me. I must have left the day a better wood turner than when I started as I had never touched a lathe previously and left with a couple of pieces. So mission accomplished by Simon. Refreshments and lunch were plentiful and delicious. My biggest bugbear with the course was leaving keen as mustard but with the prospect of having to spend a load of money to set myself up!! What an excellent day, it flew by. "

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

"Hi Phil, So glad you enjoyed your experience and apologies for causing a mini financial crisis! If you need any help with sourcing equipment and tools, don't hesitate to get in touch. -- Simon"

Heather reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"We all had a fantastic weekend of creative escapism at Jo’s beautiful studio. Jo is the perfect tutor, she has endless enthusiasm and expertise and is a relaxed welcoming host. She was happy to accommodate our ideas and guide us through the magical processes from the initial armature to the final transformation to create a truly unique and personal piece of sculpture. So happy with the result! Couldn’t recommend more highly! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Heather ?. It was great fun developing your initial ideas of an abstract horse, and Andy was really pleased to be able to weld the head and neck arch alteration during the workshop. The final result was stunning and is now on the Craft Course picture gallery! Well done ? Jo x"

Steve Marnier reviewed: Mosaics for Beginners - West Sussex

"Excellent day. The basics are very easy but complex curves are a challenge. However the final grouting transforms everything! Wendy is a great guide and source of inspiration, and she covers a multitude of craft skills"

Caroline Cooke reviewed: Morning One to One Photography Workshop for Beginners no longer available

"I had a super morning with Helen. She was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, patient and fun. I am looking forward to putting what I learnt into practice! Thank you Helen. "

Helen Tisbury Photography responded:

"I am so pleased you enjoyed your workshop, you got some fantastic shots. Was my pleasure to share a beautiful autumn morning with you. "

Max reviewed: Log to tumbler with Gedwood

"I totally did not know what to expect when I was presented with this course. Turned out this is something I really enjoy as a whole, a lot of child memories came out where I reduced sticks into peels for hours on end. Really loved the course, the process and absolutely amazed with the outcome - looks like a real tumbler!"

Gedwood responded:

"Hi Max. Glad you enjoyed the course and not long now till you can enjoy a dram or two. Slainte! Ged"

Heidi reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"My second time at Jo's studio, this time the two day workshop and what a great time! Jo is a fantastic tutor, relaxed, helpful, knowledgeable and a great host. The studio is a little haven in beautiful surroundings with plenty of inspiration. The resulting garden sculpture is amazing, still can't quite believe I made it, and no two are the same so something very personal and original to take home. Five gold stars from me!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Heidi! What a wonderful weekend we all had - everyone made something very special, and the little door-mouse you created whilst waiting for the copper paint on your large hare to dry, was adorable ❤. Well done! Jo x"

David reviewed: Glassblowing Full Day Masterclass

"The day long course was excellent. We were well looked after by the team - great demonstrations, guidance and an extra pair of hands with our own pieces, lunch was just right. Really enjoyable for both my daughter and me."

Toni P reviewed: Willow Plant Supports (1 day) in the Peak District

"Excellent course with Antony. Very hands on and practical guidance to build a complete 6 foot garden obelisk. It was a great friendly and encouraging atmosphere. We also had time to make a dragonfly stake and a small snail stick. The venue is superb with lovely views, cosy studio and snacks ans hot drinks with sandwich lunch provided. "

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

"Thankyou, Toni, for this lovely review. So glad you enjoyed your day at Zantium Studios and are pleased with your willow creations. "

Nicky Robinson reviewed: Candlemaking for Beginners

"We really enjoyed Rob’s Candle making course. He was really informative explaining the types of waxes & additives suitable for different techniques. It was fantastic to then make so many candles using those different waxes and techniques. A really enjoyable half day. Thank you Rob. "

Sylvia T reviewed: Vintage style hat making workshop

"“I really enjoyed my first hat making workshop. It was small, friendly and fun. Sahar taught me the technique of making a wool felt cloche hat, patiently guided me through the process and I left the workshop with a beautiful hat! I am waiting to attend my next workshop. Highly recommended.”"

Sarah Hall Craggs reviewed: Feltmaking - OOH the choices!

"I had a lovely creative and productive day with Barbara. I completed my projects and experimented with the amazing range of materials and colours available to use. Barbara is patient and encouraging, a really enjoyable course"

Jackie Harrison reviewed: 2 hr Potters Wheel Experience, Heskin Chorley

"we had an amazing time and thoroughly enjoyed our session. The staff were very informative, really helpful and made our session a really pleasant experience altogether."

The Crafty potter responded:

"Thank you, Jackie, for your lovely review, it was lovely having you join us in the studio. You did awesome xx"

Janine reviewed: Fused Glass Panel

"This was my first time using glass, Claire explained everything very clearly and was very helpful. I was proud of the final creation! Thank you."

Nadia Bobak reviewed: Sea-glass pendant workshop

"wonderful course , really enjoyed having such a great teacher, thanks"

Joanne Tinley Jewellery responded:

"Thank you Nadia! It was lovely to have you both in the studio!"

Alan Peake reviewed: Pen making and wood turning introduction

"A really great course, I had a very enjoyable day, Philip is a patient and very knowledgeable teacher, I left at the end of the day with 3 great projects. I would highly recommend this course to anyone."

World of Woodcraft responded:

"Thank you very much, Alan, It is always a pleasure working with students like yourself. I was blown away by how quickly you got to grips with the skew and I agree, you did leave with 3 great projects. I am very glad you enjoyed it. "

Tiffany Atkinson reviewed: Stained Glass Workshop at the Warehouse 2nd & 3rd September 2023

"I had a wonderful time at the stained glass course! Jo was very knowledgeable and skilled and she helped us make the most beautiful pieces. I feel like I took away the knowledge and skills to give this a go at home. I definitely recommend this course. "

Jo Turner Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you, I am really pleased you enjoyed the course. Enjoy your Stained Glass piece. "

Jayne weatheritt reviewed: Lake District Landscape Painting Workshops - Watercolour

"Most enjoyable day very informative adding to your painting experiences"

Greg Howard Fine Art Studio responded:

"Thank you Jayne for sharing your feedback and very happy you enjoyed the day and found it informative. Keep up the good work!"