Latest reviews

Matt reviewed: Winter Bushcraft Skills

"Very enjoyable and relaxing day in the woods. Despite the cold and the rain, the shelter and fire we made kept us warm and dry. I'd never done bushcraft before, but I chopped wood and learnt how to make a fire without matches or a lighter (using bark, and even a dried mushroom that has the same burning properties as charcoal). My souvenir from the day was the mighty spatula I carved out of a sycamore branch using an axe and a knife. Great antidote to city life, look forward to the spring/summer bushcraft day. Highly recommend Matt's Winter Bushcraft Skills course."

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi Matt, thanks for taking the time to review. So pleased you enjoyed the course, hope to see you at Manor Wood again. Matt"

Olive Proctor reviewed: Create a mosaic in a day in Yorkshire with professional mosaic artist Sue Kershaw

"I enjoyed this course very much, Sue is very skillful"

Sue Kershaw responded:

"Thank you Olive, I really appreciate the feedback. It was a real pleasure to meet you."

Greta reviewed: Coptic Bookbinding Kits in Fish Paper design

"Purchased as a Christmas gift, so I haven't explored the contents. However, it is boxed beautifully and it arrived nice and quickly. I'd love to find it under my Christmas tree! "

Nant Designs responded:

"Thankyou. Im sure they will love your present, Carole"

Samantha Hudson reviewed: 4h mosaic workshop for beginners

"I attended a mosaics workshop with Marie-Paule and had a really great time. She was welcoming, patient and made every effort to find colours and textures I liked. Marie-Paule’s two dogs and cat were a delight and so well behaved. Just an all-round lovely atmosphere and afternoon. I would certainly recommend a visit! Thank you Marie-Paule. "

mppmosaic responded:

"Hi Samantha, Thank you for your lovely review. I enjoyed seeing your mosaic sign develop, and admire the care and thought you put into choosing the colours and materials. There is always something interesting to learn from one's students, thank you! I wish you the best with your future crafts projects! Marie-Paule"

Sandra N reviewed: Glass Bauble blowing experience with Chris

"I booked this course for a group of 10 ranging in age from 12-50+. Everyone had a really good time. Chris was calm and patient and gave clear instructions. He answered all the questions we threw at him whilst keeping a watchful eye on whoever was making their bauble. He also had an excellent assistant with him who helped with the decorating so things could run smoothly. The location was lovely too. I'm so glad I got to try this. We would all happily do this again. A lovely way to kick off our festive season. "

Patricia Godward reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"We had a wonderful afternoon! It was all highly organised with plenty of materials, ideas and guidance where needed. Thanks Melanie for making us very welcome. The mulled wine and lemon cake went down a treat! Hopefully we'll see you again."

Harriet reviewed: Fused Glass Lanterns with Crafts in the Valley

"Melanie is a lovely lady who guides you through the process in an easy to follow way. The options for design are great with lots of cool things to add on. We were provided with tea and biscuits then mulled wine and cake. It was such a lovely afternoon and I could recommend it enough "

Rachel Giles reviewed: Christmas Wreath making Workshop at The Foraged Flower

"Rachel is fantastic - a warm Christmassy welcome and a patient and encouraging teacher. A lovely evening "

theforagedflower responded:

"Aww how lovely , thank you so much!"

James mccabe reviewed: Silver ring making, half day course

"Went with my girlfriend for her birthday, Terri the instructor was absolutely amazing, he walked us through every stage of the process and helped us through it. The course was fun and the range of designs you could do were vast. Would highly recommend and are tempted to return to do again in the future. "

Dandelion Silver responded:

"Thanks James, glad you enjoyed your day with us. If you read this you left your coffee cup with us"

Mandy reviewed: Copper Foil Christmas Workshop

"The trainers were friendly and knowledgeable, I had a fun experience and was very happy with what I was able to make. I would definitely recommend. Thank you 🙏 "

Marie Cousins reviewed: 4h mosaic workshop for beginners

"What a fantastic afternoon! My first try at mosaics so it was great to be guided by such an experienced and likeable expert. Marie-Paule is very knowledgeable, approachable and goes out of her way to help. Every possible resource was made available and it was just so enjoyable to be in a supportive environment as I'm far from being an artist! Great to see all Marie-Paule's amazing mosaics in her home too. I'm inspired and can't thank her enough."

mppmosaic responded:

"Thank you so much, Marie. It was a pleasure to teach you and I enjoyed seeing your mosaic take shape and develop into a beautiful art piece. Best wishes for all your future artistic projects!"

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

"Wonderful day! Loved every minute of it! Di super attentive, fabulously cosy environment to spend time in… Will be back! A birthday present much enjoyed! "

Art on the Edge responded:

"Thank you Charotte. I loved having you both for the day. Amazing creations you made and it was such fun. See you soon, Di x"

Marta reviewed: Introduction to hand engraving

"I had such an amazing time learning from John. I 100% recommend this course to anyone interested in starting hand engraving. I now have the confidence to practice on my own and implement everything I learned onto rings and pendants for my jewellery business. "

Nick reviewed: Winter Bushcraft Skills

"A really great course, Matt is very knowledgeable and keeps the day flowing well. Learnt so much in the time we had. The weather was not in our favour but it didn't affect our experience at all, Matt is well set up with multiple shelters and plenty of hot drinks to keep you warm. Looking forward to returning for another session next year."

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi Nick, thanks for the great review. So glad you enjoyed the day. Hope to see you at Manor Wood again. Matt"

Karen (Northampton_ reviewed: Crafternoon Tea - recycled book tree workshop

"What a lovely way to spend an afternoon. Friendly company, great afternoon tea, finding out you can be creative and discovering a new skill :)"

Clair & Tom reviewed: Beginners linocut printmaking

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course! In just over 2hrs we’d drawn, cut out and printed our design on several sheets under the guidance of Claire who had a lovely laid back, but knowledgeable manner. Can’t recommend highly enough!"

Rob James reviewed: One Day Stained Glass Workshops For Beginners

"I attended the one-day course with Ruth, she is very nice and I felt at ease with her, the course was excellent, she is a very good teacher and I was amazed how quickly I could learn each process. I would definitely recommend this course, and I have already purchased all the equipment I need to continue."

Ruth Mullan Stained Glass Artist responded:

"Dear Rob Thank you so much. How exciting that you have purchased all the equipment you need to continue on your creative glass journey. Have fun creating! Don’t forget if you need any advice just message me and I will be glad to help! 😀"

Andrew reviewed: Woodcarving with sculptor Jason -handtools -gouging and whittling

"I had a great day at this wood carving course. Jason is very nice guy with a relaxed approach. He was helpful with the project and with his years-long experience he showed me how to proceed whenever I got stuck. Jason was very good at giving me all the artistic freedom and still being there with (the much needed) guiding hand. I did not manage to finish the project in the one day. Jason said he was considering putting on two day courses in the future - which would be very tempting! I have since ordered sculpting tools and will finish my project at home. All in all this is a fantastic experience and highly recommend it."

Jason Thomson - Sculptor responded:

"Thanks Andrew, great to meet you and the other attendees with their diverse projects. I have indeed put some 2 day woodcarving courses on my Craftcourses entry and a few dates for embossed metalwork too. It will be very satisfying to see your Nordic crow through to completion…"

Mary reviewed: Festive Fused Glass Taster Workshop with Crafts in the Valley - Make a Bird and a Pendant with Decoupage Jewellery box.

"I really enjoyed the class. Went again with my granddaughter and am booking other courses. Melanie is an excellent teacher, clear and patient. Good communication throughout too. "

Fiona Butler reviewed: Festive Fused Glass Taster Workshop with Crafts in the Valley - Make a Bird and a Pendant with Decoupage Jewellery box.

"Festive Fused glass 2 hour workshop Thank you Melanie for a great day, a calm relaxed atmosphere and lovely festive treats! Lots of creative options and help and encouragement from Melanie. A lovely afternoon spent , thank you ! 👍🧑‍🎄🎄"

hannah reviewed: Watercolour Art & Spa 2 day full board learn to paint @ The Flackley Ash Hotel Rye Sussex

"Thank you Vicky for guiding us through a wonderful couple of days. Thank you for persevering even through a broken rib, you're trualy dedicated to teaching and we felt it very much. Fab time, fab venue and has reignited a love of watercolour for me and my mum. "

Arty Party Breaks and lessons responded:

"Thank you Hannah for a lovely review. It was great meeting you both and thank you so much for your amazing help too. Keep painting your work is beautiful and I hope I will see you again at another Art & Spa retreat. "

Sally reviewed: Christmas Cracker Workshop (private workshop at your own venue)

"Thank you Laura for a wonderful morning - I’ve had nothing but compliments from the rest of the participants - the quality and quantity of the materials provided to make the crackers was first rate. I’ll definitely be organising another course (or 2) in 2026."

L & S Crafts responded:

"Thank you Sally. I am so glad you all enjoyed the workshop and I would love to run another class for you next year. Enjoy using your crackers at Christmas!"

Sue Heath-Caldwell reviewed: Watercolour Art & Spa 2 day full board learn to paint @ The Flackley Ash Hotel Rye Sussex

"Fantastic course from start to finish. I learnt lots of useful methods and tips. Vicky is skilled and knowledgeable and happy to pass on her many solutions to deal with issues and mistakes that can occur with watercolour. The location was perfect and the hotel was very comfortable. "

Arty Party Breaks and lessons responded:

"Thank you Sue for your kind review. I hope to see you again on another retreat. Best wishes Vicki"

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

"Had an amazing time at the cause. I made my sea glass necklace for a friend on her birthday. I believe Jules told me mine was the first necklace to have a dog pendant. Jules my friend loved the necklace, thank you so much. sorry for long awaiting review. All the best X"

Lynda Barrett reviewed: Coffee, Cake, ‘n’ Craft – Mini Felt Bag in New Romney, Kent

"This is my first course here and it was totally brilliant. We crammed so much into the time and I learned a lot, it was very inspiring. I'm already booked onto another course this weekend doing something completely different. I will definitely be back and would recommend it to everyone. Five stars.•••••"