Latest reviews

Mona reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"This was a lovely, relaxing afternoon with great opportunities to be creative under the careful direction of Melanie. A lovely space and would really recommend."

Joanne reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"I have had a great day, I've learnt a lot of techniques and made a beautiful pair of earrings that I am very proud of. Jonathan is very patient and explains everything thoroughly, and is really encouraging. Thank you for a great workshop!"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Well done Joanne and thank you for the kind words. Your earrings worked out really well and I've had lots of interest from the photos we took of them. Jonathan"

Neil reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"I had a great day at Hand Forged Yorkshire. Dave is an excellent tutor and runs through everything you need to know to make a chef’s knife, guiding you at every stage. He explains different methods and benefits of different metals ensuring you understand the steel you’re using and the barriers you may encounter while working on your knife. I definitely recommend this course. I’ve now got myself a well crafted hand made chefs knife. Thanks Dave! Neil"

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Many thanks indeed for your kind review Neil it is very much appreciated. Fantastic having you in the workshop, I really enjoyed sharing the knife making process with you and you did a top job. Kindest regards Dave"

Sarah reviewed: Parent and child friendly pottery courses

"We would like to thank Richard for a thoroughly wonderful time. My daughter and I attended for a 3 hour workshop on throwing. Richard has a vast experience in pottery and ceramics and was able to teach us both (no easy task!) how to use the wheel to throw and make a pot! Richard is a skilled teacher and made you feel incredibly comfortable. My daughter and I were successfully able to make several pots a thing I though would not be possible! Richard also taught us other techniques for pot making during the session and we also had a chance to make a coil pot. We would highly recommend Richard and will definitely be booking again to develop our skills further. Thank you again for a lovely time."

Potterydayz responded:

"It was a pleasure to see you here at Potterydayz. thank you for taking the time to put up such a lovely review. See you all in the future for gazing the pieces."

Tricia reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"Came with a friend as a birthday gift. It was a brilliant afternoon! Melanie’s studio is comfortable & well-organised, and she is a great teacher, explaining each stage and offering as much or as little help as people wanted. Melanie created a relaxing atmosphere & it was fun & absorbing to try the techniques she showed us. Highly recommend!"

Jackie reviewed: Beginners/improvers glass fusing workshops in Hemingford Grey, Cambridgeshire

"A thoroughly enjoyable day. Carole was an excellant tutor and I was so pleased with being able to complete 3 glass projects. Would highly recommend this course, especially to beginners."

Sally Pounds reviewed: Fused Glass Sun Catcher Workshop with Natalie Bullock

"What a lovely afternoon I spent at Natalie’s workshop. Natalie is so helpful with instruction, inspiration, suggestions and coffee! If you’re excited by colour and design I would definitely recommend booking a course or a kit - it is so satisfying. I can’t wait to see my soap dish when it’s ready. Thank you Natalie"

Anne reviewed: Leather Bag Making - 2 Day

"Loved the course. I didnt finish my bag in the time but will certainly complete it myself. The class is small so plenty of teacher time I would definitely recommend the course and if there are going to be any follow up courses would be very interested"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed the leather bag course and hope that you are able to complete your bag soon."

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

"I had such a lovely time with Jules! She was a great teacher and super patient and knowledgeable with all the questions. I am so obsessed with my sea glass ring, I didn’t bring my own piece of sea glass and Jules had tons for me to choose from. I receive compliments on my ring all the time and it’s so cool to be able to say I made it. I did another session to make some stacking rings that complete my sea glass ring. I’ll definitely be back for more, hoping to do one of the 10 week courses in the future."

Preeti Bhat reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"I came with my best friend for a 40th bday gift -it was such a wonderful relaxing way to spend a few hours. Melanie was superb, very friendly and helpful and explained the procedure very well. She also kept the hot drinks and cake/snacks coming throughout the session. We were absolute beginners to working with glass and we did fine. The workshop is bright and well ventilated and there was plenty of space and resources available. We never felt rushed and we felt so relaxed after the session. I can't wait to see our finished lanterns. I would highly recommend Melanie's courses and we hope to come to another workshop soon. thanks Melanie :)"

Leanne reviewed: Make your own Roman blinds with Craft My Day

"Rachel is a great teacher - she is relaxed, patient and explained all the stages really clearly - have now made my own Roman blind at home and it all works perfectly. Thank you!"

Andrew Starrs reviewed: Welding course: Mig, Tig, Stick, with the Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"A very enjoyable day. Natalie is a great teacher and we were able to get practicing very quickly. I would highly recommend the course and I will be returning soon to extend my skills - thanks Natalie!"

Clare reviewed: Beginners 2 sterling silver stacking rings Jewellery course

"I bought this workshop as a gift for my daughter’s 19th birthday so we went together. We had a fantastic experience in the well equipped studio, which we both really enjoyed. Sarah was a great teacher - warm, enthusiastic and patient explaining the different steps and we are both proud of the rings we made. Very inspiring - I just want to do more now!"

Roxana Stephenson reviewed: Sword Making Workshop in Grassington for 2 People

"I cannot say enough how much we loved this. I bought this as a surprise 50th birthday gift for my partner - it was the 2 day sword making course. Neither of us have an any experience at all but with Richard guiding the way, we literally made a sword. Ourselves. A sword. Like Conan the Barbarian. Richard was a wonderful teacher - nothing was awkward, or scary and it really was a lovely thing to do as a couple. We will most likely book something else to do in the future because it was worth every single penny and we loved Richard. All our friends were asking for info so if our friends aren't keeping him busy, please make sure you book!! Thank you so much xx"

Theresa short reviewed: Stained glass day course (Bristol)

"Catherine and her glamorous assistant father Peter were fantastic. The course fulfilled and exceeded our expectations. Such fun, friendly atmosphere. Thank you both. Really great experience."

Catherine Dunstan Glass responded:

"Thanks Theresa, it was a pleasure to have you both on the course!"

Chris Roberts reviewed: Floor standing Lamps by ShedLight

"Loved this course. Vanessa is an excellent tutor. Beautiful range of fabrics to choose from. Thoroughly recommend this course to everyone."

ShedLight responded:

"Thank you so much Chris! I really enjoyed helping you to make your 1.5m floor lamp - it looked amazing :)"

Megan reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"I came to salt way silver as I received this day course as a Christmas present. Jonathan was super! I have never done silver work or jewellery work before and I finished the day feeling like I had really learnt things, accomplished things and had fun! Super day. I will be recommending to my friends and family."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Megan, for your kind review. It was a great day! Jonathan"

Cheryl reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"An excellent day. Jonathan is a very patient teacher and full of good ideas. Will definitely come back."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Cheryl - I'll email the dates of future advanced classes soon. Jonathan"

Fiona reviewed: Birch Bark Container Workshop

"Had such a fun and informative day , surprised myself with a very passable birch bark container all thanks to the excellent and patient tutor - thank you Jack Mike and I really enjoyed ourselves ."

Fazey Woodcraft responded:

"Thanks Fiona! I'm glad you enjoyed the day and well done both of you on your boxes, it's not the easiest thing to do!"

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

"I had a lovely day making a sea glass ring with sea glass I had found from my local beach. Jules was a very patient and knowledgeable teacher - I had no idea how much work goes into making a ring! Her workshop is lovely and I absolutely love the ring that she guided me in making."

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

"I absolutely loved this workshop. I have personally made sea glass rings but wanted to make sure I was doing it correctly, Jules was so helpful, informative and happy to continue her advise after the course. We had 2 rings and 1 necklace pendant being made, where she was able to work within everyone's pace. There was a lovely environment and I am very envious of her cute little garden workshop. Completly covid safe. I have told friends and family that I highly recommend the course."

Sea & Solder responded:

"Thank you Vicky. It was lovely to have you in the workshop and see you create a beautiful piece of jewellery with the skills you already had. And thank you very much for the recommendations too."

Jill reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"I came with my daughter and had a very enjoyable, creative afternoon. It was a wonderful way to spend a wet winter afternoon. Melanie was so helpful and we look forward to trying another another course. Thank you so much."

Jo Andrews reviewed: Silver metal clay taster course

"A lovely Sunday morning with Michelle and our silver clay! I had no idea I would be able to create something that I would be able to wear but was very proud of my creations - thanks massively to Michelle's patience. Everything is supplied and so is coffee and biscuits - a lovely mindful way to spend a Sunday Morning!"

Buttercup Jewellery responded:

"So glad you enjoyed the experience Jo. It was my pleasure to show you the magic of metal clay. ? Thanks for leaving such a lovely review!"

Maggie Sloan reviewed: Half day cold process soap making workshop with Keri at The Soap Coach

"If you are looking for someone who who can teach you how to make soap and is able to 'debunk' all the mystery and complicated instructions you read in books then I definitely would recommend this half day soap making course with Keri. She is very warm and welcoming, has a very easy manner and no question is too silly to ask. She is very patient and because the numbers are limited on each course can give individual attention to every member. The step by step instructions are easy to understand if you just want the basics but she also has an in-depth knowledge of all the science stuff should you wish to know more. Beautiful soaps to take away. Oh and tea, cake and biscuits are a delightful bonus. Thank you Keri, I will certainly see you again. Maggie"

The Soap Coach Limited responded:

"Hi Maggie, thankyou so much for joining me and I am SO glad you enjoyed it. That was a really fun afternoon - especially the cookie wafting ? Great soaps too. Lovely to meet you and I would love to see you again. Keri"

Jane Smith reviewed: Canal art - roses and castles - decorate a plate in narrowboat decoration

"I really enjoyed Julie’s Castles and Roses course. We learned a lot about the art and set to work on a plate doing a Castle scene in the centre and with 4 roses one in each corner. I am proud of what I achieved on the day, it looks lovely and resembles the traditional Castles and Roses scene, although I didn’t think much of it at the time. I had never done anything like this before but feel that with practice it is something that I can a get better at, thanks to Julie. Thank you Julie for the inspiration."

Canal Art by Julie responded:

"Thank you Jane, that's so kind of you and I'm so pleased you enjoyed your day! Julie"