Latest reviews

Marcia Canfield reviewed: Furniture Painting Workshop (levels 1&2 techniques covered) in Preston, Lancashire

"I had a lovely day with Jo! She is an excellent teacher, very patient and very friendly. Soon i will return to do the level 2 painting furniture! Thanks Jo ! You're amazing! ???"

The Boho Shed responded:

"Thank you so much for your very kind words Maria. You were a real pleasure to teach and made such a lovely job of your table. I look forward to seeing you at the Level 2 course. x"

Julian reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"A great day learning a new skill in a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommended to anyone who is thinking of trying their hand at jewellery making."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Well done Julian with your new jewellery making skill and good luck with your future crafting plans. Thank you. Jonathan"

Hannah reviewed: One-day woodcarving for beginners

"I attended a one day beginner's course with my dad and my son. We had such a great time and it was a lovely day to spend together. Will was a really great teacher and we came away feeling inspired and pleased, having each made a lovely carving to keep. We much appreciated Will's expertise and his clear and patient approach. Highly recommended!"

Adam Southcombe reviewed: Two-day woodcarving for beginners

"Very friendly relaxed and fulfilling experience, Will is very skilled and translates that skill effortlessly to his students, like Yoda with chisels! I would recommend from beginner to experienced woodworkers, you will learn a lot from will!"

Kirstin reviewed: Key skills for converting vans into campervans 2 day course

"Really informative, good fun and interesting weekend. Scott covered a huge span of topics and was able to give extra insight and tips. Suitable for handy DIY people and complete beginners- felt very welcome and came away with a lot of knowledge you wouldn’t get from a book or video."

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"thanks for a lovely review. im so pleased you liked the weekend."

Heather Callaway reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I met Purnima onboard The Queen Elizabeth, last October when I attended her watercolour sessions as a complete novice. I now look forward to the weekly online sessions to help me to develop my skills. Purnima is an excellent teacher and explains everything clearly and patiently, with plenty of opportunity to ask questions."

Nadine reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"Great, patient, intuitive teacher. Interesting content which encourages the student to try new ways of painting. Loved it!! Thank you"

G.Williams reviewed: Watercolour techniques for all - 4 week online course - Tuesday evenings via Zoom

"I am totally new to art and am not a creative person. My niece bought me a CraftCourses voucher for Christmas so I signed up with Purnima and started last week. I am thoroughly enjoying it. She shows us exactly what to do and explains it in simple terms so although I feel I have stepped into a different world I have painted two identifiable watercolour pictures already!! Diolch yn fawr iawn."

Andrew Musgrave reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Experienced woodworker and teacher. Friendly, individually tailored approach and plenty of tea! Really enjoyed my afternoon. Would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to get started."

Emma jamie reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Had a wonderful day out on Kates willow course. Kate was an excellent teacher and was very patient with us all. We were given an excellent lunch and I went home with a beautiful Pheasant sculpture. I will certainly be booking another course later in the year."

Lisa Speakman reviewed: Blacksmithing one-to-one North West UK

"I bought this as a birthday present for my husband who is obsessed with Forged in Fire. He absolutely loved the blacksmithing day. He would highly recommend and couldn’t have praised his instructor more. He wants to do more courses with him. Thank you for making his day"

Janis Baggott reviewed: The Art of Drawing: Essential Techniques for All Levels - Mondays - 4 week online Zoom course

"I would recommend this course to everyone. Purnima explains everything thoroughly and guides you through the techniques in an easy to understand way. It is a fun way to learn both for beginners and those with a little more experience."

Roger Pidgeon reviewed: Creative metalwork and welding, scrap metal sculpture.

"Friendly instructors, with helpful guidance on the use of the workshops and development of our ideas."

Pat reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"What a fantastic day, will recommend it to all my friends and even buy myself another day course in the summer."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Pat, and I look forward to your return visit for more jewellery making! Jonathan"

Rebecca reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, excellent tutor (Jonathan), wonderful refreshments and really pleased with the jewellery I made."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Rebecca. I'm pleased that you enjoyed the day at Salt Way Silver and well done with your new jewellery making skills. Jonathan"

John reviewed: Introduction to Soft Pastels 10-week face-to-face art course in Kidderminster West Midlands

"At the end of 2020 needed new hobby, never picked a paintbrush up in my life, apart from emulsion and gloss lol, this lovely lady and brilliant tutor helped and guided me. Then lockdown happened. I continued practicing watercolour painting and now I am feeling so much happier with my artwork thanks to Raya who gave me such a good start. Highly recommend Raya's courses."

Aidan reviewed: Wood turning - 2 hour taster session

"Excellent course. Anna was very knowledgeable and great at give the knowledge I needed. Also very forgiving when I cut a bit too much off. Thank you for a great experience."

Rachal reviewed: Creative Art as Therapy

"I really enjoyed this workshop. It was just what i needed to get my creativity moving after feeling blocked for a long time. Tajinder was a very friendly, loving, supportive and encouraging guide to us all throughout the day and she made us all feel very comfortable. She guided us through some exercises and I found the process of meditation and writing a great tool to help free myself up. I highly recommend this workshop for people who want to create and reflect on their artistic process. Thanks so much Tajinder!"

MindFlow Art responded:

"Rachal, it was great to meet you and loved your passion for self-development and creativity. Hopefully, you can continue to use the skills you developed at the retreat to create more wonderful paintings. Loved the drawing you completed on the day, it was so peaceful and full of hope. Please continue to use writing and mediation as an aide to accessing creativity. It was a pleasure to share the day with you, look forward to seeing you again."

Julie Padgett reviewed: Make your own silver bangle - one day workshop

"My partner Julie enjoyed every minute of the day, her words on her day are: "Very structured day in a very comfortable environment. Emma is an amazing tutor and wonderful lady very down to earth and approachable with stacks of knowledge to share. Well done Emma keep up the brilliant work, cannot wait for our next session.""

Emma Welsh Jewellery responded:

"Thank you, It was such a pleasure spending the day with you Julie, I'm so pleased you enjoyed it. I hope you're wearing your jewellery with pride, you did such a brilliant job. Amazing! I'm excited to see what you make next. Emma"

Ellie reviewed: Half Day Woodturning tuition from Registered Professional Turner Dorset, South West

"Brilliant day, definitely worth the money to be working with a professional."

Joe Creed-Kaile responded:

"Glad you enjoyed the day."

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

"Absolutely brilliant day! Anne was fantastic, informative and created a brilliantly fun day for us. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back!"

Patricia reviewed: Jewellery - carve a ring in wax, cast it and hey presto your own ring in sterling silver!

"Had the privilege to have a one to one workshop and throughly enjoy the experience. Those 5 hours went so quickly! Lovely vegan lunch too. Thank you very much Sue?"

Sue O'Mara Art responded:

"Hello Patricia, thank you very much for the positive words, it was fun having you here and see you soon! Sue"

Emily Kirkcaldy reviewed: Needle felt your Dog or Cat

"Came on this course with my daughter for a girls day! We both loved it. She’s only 10 and did so well with Jo’s instruction and help. The day was relaxed and we came away very pleased with our lovely needle felt versions of our pets, and a new skill to practise. Thanks so much Jo!"

Julia Griffith reviewed: Glass blowing course - taster

"What an experience. I was bought this course as a birthday present and had no knowledge or experience with glass. I arrived nervous about dealing with molten glass but left feeling ecstatic and quite proud. Chris and Joy were friendly and attentive offering just the right amount of help and with Chris’ clear instructions at each step I created 2 vases, a bowl and a paperweight. It wasn’t long before I was shaping, blowing, stretching and transferring the glass between rods. It is a fascinating process and so much fun. I would recommend this course to everyone who is looking for a very different way to use up their creativity. The best bit was Chris’ teaching ability breaking it all down in to steps. He was very supportive but equally happy for you to take the reins when you were ready and celebrated each piece being finished with a happy high five. What a wonderful experience."

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us, Chris said you were a pleasure to teach From all the Chew valley glass team."

Gordon reviewed: 'Art your way' with Jill Jones FRSA, 3 hours

"Having already been on one of Jills art courses and since produced some paintings of my own, I decided to have a‘refresher’. Yet again Jill has the knack of teaching art in an informative laid back manner. Demonstrating various types of brush strokes and other techniques. Again if you are a beginner or need to improve, look no further........"

Jill Jones Fine Art responded:

"Hi Gordon, It's great to see what fabulous progress you're making between art courses, your colour palette is superb! Jill"