Latest reviews

Sam reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Fantastic course, cannot fault the guys: food, atmosphere, welcome, guidance. Everything was considered and taken care of. Thanks"

Sue Mahoney reviewed: Upholstery workshop afternoons - bring your own project

"Bit nervous on arrival not knowing what to expect. Time went very quick . Really enjoyed the class looking forward to next one. They were very helpful with telling you how to do things and demonstrating on your own project. It was lovely meeting others in the class . Highly recommend."

Hazel, Cyrus and Sebby reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"A fantastic, fun, educational, creative and rewarding day for our little family. Thanks Jonathan - for our 10 year old boy and both parents to come away with unique treasures that we designed and executed from scratch, is a testament to your skill as a teacher!"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"What a treat to meet such a keen enthusiastic and creative young jewellery maker. It was a pleasure to help you with your design ideas - and the mum and dad were pretty good too. Thank you Hazel and family. Jonathan"

Martin Bourne reviewed: Lucy Churchill's Stone Carving Workshops

"Returning for a third time, I found the weekend as inspiring and challenging as on my previous courses. Lucy provides encouragement and guidance, as well as thought provoking conversation and home baked cake (baked by a neighbour). I find the whole experience very therapeutic, especially as it is so different from the 'day job'. I am already thinking about what I might do on my 4th visit!"

Neil Thompson reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Good fun day very helpful and instructive, and chuffed with my results? l would recommend for anyone to, lovely setting and studio, and Jo is a pleasure to learn from, also keeps you supplied with drinks and giggles ?"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thanks Neil!!! I think your wonderful whit was the cause of many giggles on Saturday. I was a pleasure having you and your son at the workshop. Your hares were great and I'm so happy you were pleased with your running hare (with large butt!!!!). Jo x"

Patsy reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Having waiting since the first lockdown it was so good to attend the weaving workshop and well worth the wait. I would highly recommend it. Alice was very informative and an excellent teacher. It was a thoroughly enjoyable and absorbing day. With the added bonus that we all went home with a sample of are own weaving. I enjoyed the weaving workshop so much that I purchased a small loom but fear I will never be as good as Alice."

Claudia reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"I attended this course yesterday with my friend and we both thoroughly enjoyed the course. Jo, is an exceptional teacher who is wiling to share her knowledge and experience about candle making. I came away from the day feeling inspired and looking forward to the next steps in my candle making journey. This really is a great day out and a lovely learning experience. Overall this course is good value for money. I wish Jo great success and abundance in all that she does. ?"

Gareth Davies reviewed: Pottery throwing in Huddersfield

"Geoff was a great teacher, me and my partner threw our first pot very successfully. It is great value for money compared to other Pottery courses I have seen. I would wholeheartedly recommend that anyone try this with their family and/or friends if they are interested, it makes for a perfect day out."

Earth Pig Pottery responded:

"Glad you enjoyed it. Hope to see you again."

Louis reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Absolutely fantastic experience! Adrian, Andy and Debbie were all extremely welcoming and friendly. Lots of space in the workshop for everyone which helped put minds at ease with covid precautions. Delicious food for lunch with a whopping slice of cheesecake for dessert too! Excellent tutelage from the guys with great advice and lots of patience! I finished the day with a couple of blisters and a very sooty face and a great big smile! Highly recommended to anyone who fancies having a go at swinging a hammer!"

Laura reviewed: Saturday Silver Clay Jewellery Workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin 9.30am - 12.30pm

"Perfectly paced course with lots of tips and tricks to feel confident to have a go at home! Thank you Tuuli it was a great way to spend a Saturday morning!"

Helen Ward jones reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"This course was truly amazing !! From start to finish! It was so informative, creative and lots of fun !! The amount of different candles we mad red was amazing too packed in a gorgeous designer bag !! Attention to detail was amazing from the lunch to the questions the at Jo answered professionally!!Jo your a true legend I’ll be back ! Thank you????"

The White Candle Company responded:

"Ah thank you so much. What a lovely review. Im so glad you enjoyed yourself and the 4.5 hour journey was worth it! Keep in touch and good luck ?"

Julie, Gary and Hilda reviewed: Stained glass 3D suncatchers

"We booked a private day for the three of us, a middle aged couple and Mum (82). None of us had ever worked with glass before. Gigha welcomed us with hot drinks and cookies, which were on offer throughout the day. And a jacket potato with salad lunch provided. We started with learning to cut glass in straight and curved lines which we all practiced extensively, before deciding what we’d like to make. We all decided to make different things as there was so much inspiration in the studio. Because it was a private session Gigha was very happy to accommodate this. There was lots of glass choices in both colour and texture. Once we had cut the glass we learned to remove sharp edges with the grinder and fixed copper tape around all edges. This was followed by applying flux and soldering the pieces together. I’m delighted to say that we all left with a lovely piece of artwork that we are proud to display in our home. One gothic inspired mirror, one light Catcher cube and one flat soaring bird light catcher. All very different, but fabulous memories of the day. If we are in the area again we will be booking another session with Gigha who is an excellent teacher and artist."

Alice reviewed: Two day stained glass workshop - lead panels or garden sculpture

"My sister and I had a private, 1-day workshop making leaded stained glass panels. Gigha is a brilliant, clear, enthusiastic teacher and her workshop is just a dream to work in. I was so delighted with the panel I was able to make in the session. The session was challenging and so satisfying. Gigha kept us stocked up with hot drinks, biscuits, cakes and lunch and we had a lot of fun! Gigha's own work is so playful and beautiful. She was great at advising on design and knowing what was achievable in a day and giving us plenty of time to practise different skills. Thank you, Gigha!"

Sue reviewed: Two day stained glass workshop - lead panels or garden sculpture

"I have just spent a weekend doing a workshop with Gigha. I feel such a sense of achievement and am delighted with my stained glass panel, especially as I started off as a complete novice. The teaching was wonderful, the workshop was a lovely creative space to spend time in, the food and refreshments were very refreshing! I am looking forward to my next class where I plan to perfect my skills! Thank you so much x"

Helen H reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"A fabulous crafting experience! Delighted with the willow runner duck I managed to create with the guidance and help of Kate. Lovely location, great lunch, fun company :) Would highly recommend."

Jodie reviewed: Mosaic Craft Kit - Blue & Green Sea Glass Coaster - Set of 4

"I brought this as a craft activity we could all do as a family for my daughters birthday whilst on holiday. It was a huge success, we all really enjoyed ourselves and the results are great :)"

Anne Boulton reviewed: Making a stained glass leaded panel

"I have just returned from Caryls stained glass course for beginners and I am still buzzing ! ? She is the most patient skilled teacher and everyone came away from the day feeling they had achieved something great. Thoroughly recommend this class whatever level you are at I am definitely going to try and return for another one Thank you Caryl !! ?"

Dee Houghton reviewed: Five day woodwork course - tools

"Fantastic course: well organised with a really high quality of practical teaching. The days are well structured and it is great value for money. There were only 4 students (and 2 teachers - Richard & Mark), but we were all given clear instruction, guidance and support throughout. Both Richard & Mark are approachable and friendly and our group gelled really well - so much so, we all booked course 2 together again for next year. Covid distancing was adhered to along with face shield which made us all very comfortable. The days are really packed - none of the common hours breaks and lunch - they keep you busy 8.45 - 5pm with a 45 minute lunch break. You can help yourself to drinks but I found I was too engrossed in learning new skills and lost track of time with the days flying by. As a novice, I learned loads and have a lovely solid oak table to show for it. I would highly recommend and would do it all again!!"

Diane Gardner reviewed: Fluid art - acrylic pouring

"Eunice's beginner Acrylic Pouring Class was just what I needed to get started. It was a very enjoyable and informative class and well worth the 1hr 40 drive to get there. Highly recommend:) Thank you! Diane G"

Eunice J. Friend responded:

"So glad you had a great time Diane thank you for the lovely review much appreciated"

Lisa Cullingworth reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"James and I had a wonderful time learning the skill of spoon carving at Walderchain Wood. It is a beautiful, tranquil setting and with Mark's expertise we were able to go home with a freshly carved spoon each and the confidence to give it another go on our own! Christina provided us with a beautiful homemade veggie/vegan meal and a delicious chocolate cake for afters! This really is a wonderful setting to reset your mind and channel your focus on something new in the great outdoors. We are excited to get stuck in on other projects and will definitely be back if future courses are available. Thank you both!"

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Lisa, Thank you for the lovely feedback. Glad you both had such a good day. Look forward to seeing your future creations. ATB Mark & Cristina"

Dave Jarvis reviewed: Dog collar & lead course

"Another excellent course on dog collar & lead that I've attended run by Rosanna. I can thoroughly recommend spending 3 hours doing this workshop. It's the first time I'd used the sewing machine for stitching and with some help from Rosanna going round the ends, I feel pretty confident of tacking more projects own my own using a machine. As always, Rosanna was very helpful and encouraging throughout the morning. I'm very proud off the collar & lead end result and looking forward to continuing this wonderful hobby. Thank you again Rosanna and sorry to have run a little over time with my hand stitching."

Paul Nicholaides reviewed: Two day dry stone walling course for beginners in association with Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain

"A very well organised and crafted course with passionate and capable people that share the joys and benefits of dry stone walling. I would highly recommend."

Dry Stone Walling Association Lancashire Branch responded:

"Paul thanks for your review, and so please that you have joined the DSWA, look forward to meeting up again soon, and we can both enjoy the craft of Dry Stone Walling Paul Chairman DSWA Trustee Board"

Sally Anne Jones reviewed: Silver Clay Jewellery - Beginner - 3 Hours - One to One

"An incredible experience! Rachel was not only the perfect host, putting us at ease but also the best teacher you could ask for. Step by step, she implicitly demonstrated and explained, inspired and patiently re-explained… Thank you so very much Rachel, I’m bowled over by what I created! I’ll love wearing my necklace and earrings (with pride). X"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you so much Sal. It was an absolute pleasure. Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review and such lovely comments too, so kind! Well done again. Beautiful. Xxxx"

Janice Wilson reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"I joined the group feeling very nervous, but quickly felt at home. The class moves at your pace, learning all the basics and then allowing you to develop your skills while designing your own projects. Always supported by Martin who explains and demonstrates as many times as you need. I can’t believe how fast the time in classes flies and you realise how much you still have to learn. Beware it is addictive. Once you start you cannot stop"

Lynn reviewed: Embroidered jewellery

"We had a delightful afternoon making embroidered earrings. Judith’s own work is so inspiring. There was a huge choice of materials and colours so everyone’s pieces were unique even though we all used the same techniques. Lovely homemade cake in the garden completed this lovely, relaxing treat."

Judith Brown Jewellery responded:

"Thanks for your lovely review Lynn, I'm so glad your enjoyed it having waited so patiently for us to be able to run the course safely! I hope to see you on another workshop in the future."