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Ella Pugh reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"What a fabulous day. Would highly recommend to ANYONE! Jo is an amazing woman, host and teacher. She made us feeling so welcome and made some cakes to die for. Will definitely be returning for many more sessions and laughter ❤️"

Jo Broome reviewed: Mosaic workshop at Jackie Nash Art

"This was my first go at mosaics and I can thorougly recommend this workshop. Jackie was very friendly and immediately put us all at ease. She explained everything very clearly and had a vast array of materials to choose from. The day went by so fast as we worked on our mosaics, with advice from Jackie when needed and aided by copious quantities of tea and delicious cake. My daughter and I were very pleased with what we managed to produce on our first attempt and would love to do more."

Jackie Nash Art responded:

"Hi Jo Thank you for your lovely review. Looking forward to seeing your finished mosaic trees once they are in situ. You did really well for your first time although I knew you would. Lovely to meet you both and just get in touch if you need any further support with future project. Jackie"

Nicola Eills reviewed: Pottery throwing in Huddersfield

"My husband had a wonderful couple of hours with Geoff and managed to throw a few pots in that time. He loved the experience and is looking forward to going back to collect his pots once they’ve been fired. I also spent an enjoyable couple of hours in the art exhibition room downstairs where the lovely lady offered a warm, peaceful welcome. Hot drinks and comfy chairs were available, as well as excellent disabled access. Many thanks to you both."

Earth Pig Pottery responded:

"Thank you for your review. Im glad both you and your husband enjoyed your visit."

Lydia reviewed: Seaglass jewellery workshop at Sea & Solder, Dorset.

"Jules is a brilliant teacher. Absolutely loved the stacking ring jewellery class. Jules made us feel very relaxed and the 3 hours went so quickly. Taking our rings away on the day was ace. I will definitely be coming back for more classes. Thank you :)"

Sea & Solder responded:

"Thank you Lydia. Jules"

Jan reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"A really great course, I learnt so much and will never look at a bag in the same way again! Bill is a brilliant tutor; knowledgeable, enthusiastic and endlessly patient as well as being a purveyor of very superior biscuits."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks for a very enjoyable weekend Jan."

Rachel England reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"We had an amazing time learning to wood carve with Gerry! We were complete beginners and were so pleased with what we were able to achieve by the the end of the weekend - So sad we couldn't have stayed longer and learnt more (Although I'm not too sure my hands would agree)! Highly recommended to ANYONE who wants to have a go at wood carving, no matter your skill level. Also a special thanks to Gerry's wife Barbara for her excellent hospitality, we couldn't have made it through without a delicious lunch, tea and chocolate biscuits! We would absolutely love to attend one of Gerry's courses again in the future but until then we are confident to carry on practicing on our own, with the help of his YouTube videos :-)"

Paul Brewerton reviewed: Pottery taster courses in the South Downs

"Absolutely loved my 2 hour taster session with Rowena, I managed to throw 4 pots from being a complete beginner. I’m still a complete beginner but now I feel inspired to do more and Rowena’s the reason! She’s a great teacher and really fun to be around. Highly recommended."

Andy Morley reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"If you have an interest in learning to weld this is the course for you. I had no prior experience with welding but this did not matter at all. David is an excellent instructor, and even though he provided a lot of information in a fairly short amount of time he did it in a way where it was clear and made a lot of sense. I felt very comfortable with everything when we got hands on and started welding (which there is a lot of). Overall a great day, a lot of fun in a relaxed but safe environment. Anyone travelling via public transport - a taxi cost me around £9 from Rayleigh train station and took roughly 10 - 15 minutes."

Jess reviewed: Pottery Wheel Taster Private Session

"My sister and I had a wonderful afternoon of pottery, Alison is a brilliant teacher and we had a great time. I booked this as a Christmas gift for my sister and when we were unable to go on the date I had booked, Alison was really good about it and we rearranged with no problems. Overall it was a great experience!"

Loveheart Workshops responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review. It was a great pleasure to meet you both.. Glad you enjoyed it so much!"

Tony reviewed: Firebird Forge Blacksmithing School

"One very good day spent with Mort in the Firebird forge. Ideal safety review to start the day. Mort was very open to ideas for the work project as well as been very knowledgeable on the methods to complete these tasks. Must also thank Mort for finishing off my task as I had started to run out of time."

Firebird Forge responded:

"Thanks Tony, much appreciated. Mort."

Alan Daly reviewed: Woodworking drop in workshop sessions - Tuesdays/Wednesday AM at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Welcoming bunch of people on the course, knowledgable go to experts watching ,assisting,supporting. Great atmosphere. Access to some great machinery. Amazing value for money."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Alan, its really good that you are enjoying the workshop. Rewards Alan"

Alison Hammond reviewed: Needle felt hares

"Lovely day creating a felt hare. Relaxing, creative, new skills, laughter and good company. What not to like?"

Karen reviewed: Pottery Hand building. Weekly Morning/Afternoon work shops. Studio experience.

"I have highly recommend this clay day with Di. It was my first time with clay and it was really relaxing and fun. I learnt so much and made some great things including 2 very funny grotesque plant pot holders. I am looking forward to seeing the glazed and fired. I have done other workshops with Di so I know she is a very good teacher. She works to your pace so you never feel rushed or stressed. You can take away as much or as little as you want from this day. K."

Art on the Edge responded:

"Glad you have a fun day. We did make some wonderful grotesques !! Di"

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

"Bought this as a gift for my friend as she loves animals. Well she was so excited with how well she did. She isnt normally very artistic ! She said it was such fun & very much enjoyed the day ! I have done it myself so I know how enjoyable this craft is. K."

Art on the Edge responded:

"Thanks Karen as always. A * student lol."

sharon Manville reviewed: Pottery taster courses in the South Downs

"When can we come again ? Absolutely loved our taster and Rowena was just an amazing very patient teacher Thank you so much can’t wait to pick up our pots Sharon & Carole"

Eileen Mary Saunders reviewed: Introductory course covering wet felting and Nuno techniques in the beautiful Forest of Dean

"I had a fabulous day with Christine creating a 3D picture, with a background, with 3D wet felted flowers, needle felted onto it. I love Christine's understanding of colour and how she helped me create in felt the piece I had imagined in my mind. It was great fun carding to blend colours and also to add texture and the way Christine helped the piece evolve as we played and experimented as we went along."

Christine Waygood. Contemporary Textiles. responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review. I really enjoyed working with you, and the challenge of trying to achieve the effect you wanted in the day. You created a lovely piece. I just wish we'd had twice as long to work on it! I've still got lots to do on mine- but as I said, I'll show you mine (when it's finish) if you'll show me yours! Maybe you can bring it along to my open studio in the summer?"

John reviewed: Box making for beginners

"This 1 day course was great, i cant believe Andrew managed to get me to make a box in one day, you do learn as you go along, great to learn all about how wood it cut and machined, i loved using the big machines, and hand tools. Will defo be back for more, chair making looks like a good course. thxs Andrew"

Kaz reviewed: Silver Stud Earring Duo Workshop with Lindsay Forbes of Laconic - Durham

"Lindsay was informative, friendly and helpful. I enjoyed learning new skills and surprised myself with the end results. I would however suggest that the course for a beginner, was about three quarters of an hour too short. It would have been easier for me if the we actually did each step just after Lindsay explained it as opposed to once she'd finished the whole procedure ."

Bench Box responded:

"Thanks so much for your review Karen, I'm glad you enjoyed the workshop and appreciate your feedback on this course!"

Phil Hockham reviewed: Creative metalwork and welding, scrap metal sculpture.

"I thoroughly enjoyed the day. The Tutors were both professional and friendly. I would recommend the course to anyone who was interested in Art/craft welding techniques. Many thanks for an enjoyable day"

Mike reviewed: An Introduction to Pyrography Wood Art with Ruth Wheeler

"Loved it. Great atmosphere and learnt a lot"

Maisie reviewed: Sea Glass Bezel Ring or Charm Course - (Reading)

"I attended the course to improve my bezel making skills. At the end of the course I had made a beautiful bezel set pendent and feel I can replicate my skills at home. Thank you Carol for your help."

La Jade responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review maisie, I am glad you enjoyed the course."

Lorna reviewed: Sterling Silver Jewellery Making Earring Course (Merseyside)

"I attended the course and with the help of Carol the tutor managed to make 2 pairs of gorgeous earrings. One dangly and the other pair studs. I had such a great time, I will be booking another course soon. ??"

La Jade responded:

"Thank you foor your lovely review Lorna, I am glad you enjoyed the course."

Milly reviewed: Sterling Silver 5 Week Stone Setting Course (Merseyside)

"I attended the course to improve my stone setting skills and hopefully learn some new ones. The course delivered above my expectations, and I feel very confident with the new skills I have learnt and can now implement them within my jewellery making. Carol is great and very helpful and the busy units were lovely.. Thank you.."

La Jade responded:

"I am glad you enjoyed the class Milly and are hapoy with the new skills you learnt. Tha k you Carol."

Lulu reviewed: Sea Glass Bezel Charm Setting Course (Merseyside)

"Wow what a great experience to attend the course and make my very own sea glass ring."

La Jade responded:

"Thank yolu for your review, I am happy you enjoyed the cours"

Michelle reviewed: Silversmithing Taster Day - (Reading)

"I attended. The course with my sister who purchased it for my birthday. The course was really enjoyable and are both surprised that we managed to make several lovely rings."

La Jade responded:

"Thank you for your review Michelle, I am glad you and your sister enjoyed the course."