Latest reviews

Petra reviewed: Resin Art Experience

"Excellent course. Tutor was lovely and very knowledgeable. Had a great day and learned a lot"

Eunice J. Friend responded:

"Thank you Petra I hope you go on to make beautiful art with your new skills Warmest regards Eunice"

Lesley reviewed: Glassblowing Full Day Masterclass

"The 1 day glass blowing class was one of the best courses I have been on. The group was small enough that you got 1-2-1 tuition and Beth made sure that everything was safe and clear. I made 3 items using completely new techniques that I will be proud to show off to friends."

Blowfish glass responded:

"Hey Lesley, Thankyou so much for taking the time to review ! I had a great time teaching you. I think your pieces will have arrived today ! Hope you love them, you did a fab job. X"

AJ reviewed: Introduction to Bowl Carving

"What an amazing day! Mike is a wonderful teacher. The site was idyllic. A fantastic day learning a new skill! Would definitely recommend and would book further courses taught by Mike. "

Amy C reviewed: Lino Cutting and Printing - Flatford Mill

"Excellent course. Amanda was friendly and informative. The day was the perfect length and I came away with skills I can put into practice at home. Thank you! "

Sue Burgon reviewed: 2 Day Woodturning Course for Beginners

"I had the most amazing 2 days with Mick back in November. He is a fantastic and very knowledgeable teacher that is very patient and explains everything in detail and at a level that is understandable for total beginners. Thank you for the best 2 days and sorry I’m so late in posting this "

Cheshire Woodturning and Workshop Training Limited responded:

"Hi Sue No need to apologise. I'm grateful that you still remembered to post a review a few months later. You must have really enjoyed the course! I mentioned yourself recently to another trainee as he too had fallen in love with the internal bowl scraper and I told him about how you had called it the "best tool in the workshop"!! Thanks again. Mick "

Cheryl Fraser reviewed: Beginners Stained Glass Course, Copper foil work

"Wow, what an amazing course. I have never tried stained glass before and I left after two days wanting to do more at home, so am trying to get all the tools required. Brenda is such an easy person to get on with, which meant that we went at our own pace, that gave us confidence and made the course that much more interesting. I will definitely try to book on another course later in the year."

Kingfisher Glass responded:

"Thanks Cheryl!! So glad that you enjoyed your 2 days and I look forward to seeing you again. "

Beverley Bruce reviewed: Glass bottle cutting for beginners - Sittingbourne

"I had so much fun doing this course. It wasn’t easy but I arrived knowing nothing about cutting bottles and left confident that with the recommended equipment, I would be able to use the skills learned on my own. Everyone in our small group took home the lovely things we’d made including a souvenir of the day to stand them on. I can confidently say that anyone doing this course will have a friendly welcome and leave happy. "

Fancy Tat responded:

""Thank you Beverley so much for your kind review. We very much enjoyed spending the morning with you and we are really pleased that you had a lovely time :) Kind Regards Claire & Janet""

Pippa reviewed: Small human sculpture kit (30cm)

"Such prompt and courteous service! Personal communication with the seller was received soon after the order was placed. The package arrived quickly and was well presented. I love the accompanying video, which makes everything so clear and easy to follow! This is a gift for my 16 year old art-loving grandson to work on post GCSEs. I think he will love it!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to write a review Pippa. I'm sure your grandson will really enjoy making his human! Jo x"

Maureen Murphy reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Fabulous day with Jo in her beautiful, peaceful studio and garden. There was a lot to fit into the day but everything was explained and modelled so we were all able to keep up. What is great is that someone with zilch artistic talent (and I'm not being modest) can produce an impressive hare to take home. I went for a medium sized one and I'm looking forward to putting him in amongst my roses in the gardens. I'll definitely be back to make a little friend for him. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Maureen - I would definitely say you have artistic flair - it just needed a way to express itself, which you absolutely did! So glad you enjoyed the day and I'm sure your hare will enjoy it's place in your roses. See you again to make a friend, Jo x"

Rosie reviewed: Introduction to Greenwood Spoon Carving- Beginners Cooking Spoon

""10/10 wood carve again" 🤩 Such a brilliant day spent carving this spoon with the wonderful, talented and generous Anita. As a beginner I learnt so many skills at the workshop, working with an axe and carving tools. The outdoor setting at Eccesal Woods was gorgeous too. Highly recommend to beginners, you are in safe hands 💚🌷"

Bryony reviewed: 1 Day Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - Lewes

"Always a brilliant day- lots of support and ideas with your individual project as well as proper technique training. So enjoyable when you go home with a totally transformed piece of furniture! Thanks Lucy!"

Roundedby responded:

"Ah Bryony thank you! That is so excellent to hear! As much as I am always delighted when beginners are tempted to try out upholstery, I’m doubly thrilled when people catch the ‘bug’ and return to the workshops! Especially when they bring such brilliant monkey fabric! Thank you! Lucy "

Fay reviewed: make your very own elephant teddy bear

"Yet again a really great and fun day with Jane. She is a lovely person who is very patient and helps us with our endeavours. Whatever your skills level she is the best. This is the third class I have done of Janes and I enjoy every time. I now have a bear, bunny and elephant. Squirrel next Jane, hey? X"

Amanda reviewed: It’s only natural - creating small wire sculpture in Derbyshire

"Brilliant workshop day in a relaxed setting...wanted to do something creative but apprehensive as no skills or former experience. Liz was very reassuring & helpful. So glad I did it! Liz was a great host, supplying plenty of refreshments throughout the day."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Amanda, It was good to meet and work with you and thank you for letting me know about your day here. This is a such a great workshop to attend, as it gradually builds your skills throughout the day. You created some lovely pieces and should be very proud of them. Now that you’ve taken the first step, there should be no holding you back. VBW Liz Wellby"

Judy Pullen reviewed: Needle felt workshop

"We had a wonderful time and look forward to another day towards Christmas to make some Robins"

Needle Felt Art responded:

"It was fun Judy, fantastic felting from you both, great chat. I look forward to felting some robins with you and your family in the festive season. Yvonne. "

Amy reviewed: Sterling silver stacking rings for complete beginners

"This was a brilliant course! Vivien was very knowledgeable and guided us through each part. The process and the end result was amazing! Would definitely recommend!"

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you so much Amy! You and your mum Kay, were lovely company, I loved hearing about all the community work you both do. You make such a difference to the lives of so many youngsters, I am so pleased you decided to come over to make yourselves some beautiful silver rings, another story to add to the many in your collection 😊"

Caroline Armfield reviewed: Full day pottery experience, Heskin Chorley

"Went on the day pottery course yesterday with my best friend for her birthday. Really enjoyed the day and the fact that it was so relaxing. We were both amazed at how long we were tutored in the pottery wheel and spent a lovely afternoon painting. Very impressed! Thank you"

The Crafty potter responded:

"Thank you Caroline, you did amazing - your cups are in the kiln , getting all shiny ! kind regards sharon"

Edward Ryles reviewed: Two day Leaded Stained Glass panel making.

"Just completed my Leaded Stained Glass panel making 2 day workshop with Laura. What a brilliant experience, Laura is an excellent tutor, warm, friendly and extremely helpful, puts you at ease straight away. Takes you through each of the stages and explains what to do before letting you do it yourself. I took a couple of ideas and Laura indicated which was best suited and the final result was absolutely stunning, I’m really pleased and proud of what I’ve made. I would thoroughly recommend doing this workshop"

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"Hello Edward, I'm still looking at the pictures I took of the angel panel. I'm so pleased you liked the workshop! Loved your design and colour choices, they really work together and this is something I will show other students in the future. Thank you very much for your review, I really appreciate it. Laura. "

Jill Curson reviewed: Fused Glass - Taster

"I had a lovely morning at this class. Julie was supportive always and explained all the principles I needed to know. I completed some pieces better than I knew I could do. Brilliant. Recommend this tutor. I have rebooked with her... "

Julies Handcrafted Glass responded:

"Thank you it was a pleasure helping you . "

Amanda reviewed: Willow Obelisk Plant Support - Woodland Course!

"We really enjoyed learning how to work with willow in a peaceful woodland setting. Suz is a great instructor. She demonstrated each stage with calm, clear instructions and then gave individual help so everyone was able to make a plant support to be pleased with. A lovely birthday gift."

Gwyne reviewed: Willow Obelisk Plant Support - Woodland Course!

"An excellent course, 3 hours in a wood surrounded by bird song, Suz made us drinks heating water on a fire. All very rustic but special. The tuition was clear and very encouraging. We were all happy with our obelisk, and went away feeling very calm and refreshed. I would love to do another course with Suz "

Pat Squire reviewed: Woodworking Machinery Techniques and use.

"Good day. Very informative and interesting. Ted is a good tutor. Everything was on a one to one, informal basis so there was plenty of opportunity to ask questions, try things for myself and discuss matters."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Good to meet you Pat and hope your woodwork improves in the future. I forgot to mention Paul Sellers on Youtube, he does lots of work by hand and has many years experience too. See you again on the Woodwork Day Course soon my friend Regards Ted "

Andrew & Julia reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"Absolutely fantastic course on getting us started and building confidence with the art of Raku. Richard you did us proud - well paced, super practical and overall a very friendly and highly informative course. Thank you very much and well done."

Margaret reviewed: Sew a fabric covered notebook

"My first time. An absolutely wonderful afternoon. A great deal of thought went in to this. Everything was covered with step by step instructions. Materials carefully arranged on display, giving ideas and easy access. A good supply of materials. It was paced well - with all taking home a completed book cover. Equally, the company was friendly and welcoming and the atmosphere relaxed. The course was inexpensive. I travelled a long way and it was worth it. I've booked 2 more courses, one with my young granddaughter. "

Craft Circle responded:

"Hi Margaret, thanks for your lovely review and for coming along to the workshop. It's always great to make something new, and we hope to see you and your granddaughter again soon. All the best..."

Ruth Knight reviewed: Fascinator Hat millinery workshop

"Excellent."

Andy reviewed: Make a Welsh stick chair

"A full on but really enjoyable week. Ben’s a great tutor always able to provide guidance and make sure that you finish the week with a good chair to take home. I feel that I left with enough knowledge to have a go at making stick furniture myself."