Latest reviews

Sam Crocker reviewed: Private or private group silver jewellery making / silversmithing workshop half-day at Silver Designed Personally

"I recently attended a 1/2 day workshop with a group of friends. We each came away with a stunning unique piece of jewellery, learnt lots of new skills and had a fabulous time. Sara was a very informative, clear and encouraging teacher and the workshop was very well equipped. Only one of the group had previously done any jewellery making but we all really enjoyed ourselves and achieved so much. I would thoroughly recommend!"

Silver Designed Personally responded:

"Sam, thanks so much for taking the time to write a review and for your lovely words. The whole group made some amazing pieces - you did a great job with your cuff bangle. Sara"

Antonio Breakenridge reviewed: Woodworking joints - Intermediate woodwork furniture building course.

"The teacher was very thorough, knowledgeable and patient. I learnt a lot on this day course and can't wait to start practicing my new skills. The class was small with 3 of us, perfect in the current pandemic situation. Thank you very much."

Joy reviewed: Large size Christmas wreath (#1) kit with warm white lights (Code 104)

"Great item and quality pieces supplied. Highly recommend this company who are very quick with their responses and extremely pleasant to do business with."

Inion responded:

"Thank you for your review Joy. It helps because all our customers are great too. I must add you have made some stunning wreaths with your kits - thank you for the photos."

Diana reviewed: Carve a spoon in a day

"What a great way to learn green wood spoon making, starting from a birch log through to the making of a big spoon. Mike very patiently taught us how to use an axe to get the wood ready for fine honing with the spoon making tools, giving us the confidence to safely use these. Beautiful surroundings and a course that was thoughtfully put together. Lovely day. This is just the start of my spoon making!"

Sarah May reviewed: Private or private group silver jewellery making / silversmithing workshop half-day at Silver Designed Personally

"Wow! What an amazing teacher Sara is! So patient and encouraging, I learnt so much and never imagined on booking the workshop that I would come home with such a stunning ring. I had a thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing afternoon and will definitely be booking another workshop soon."

Silver Designed Personally responded:

"Sarah - Thank you so much for your kind review, I had such a great afternoon with you both and will look forward to seeing you again - you really did make a lovely ring. Sara"

Patricia Walsh reviewed: The Suffolk Silk Scarf Painting Workshops at The Arty Silkworm - Fabulously Creative

"Thank you Ruth for a really wonderful day. I had no arty skills at all, yet made a beautiful scarf, with expert tuition. Lovely surroundings, social distancing was perfect, just four of us around a large kitchen table, with our masks on. Felt very safe. Didn't know what to expect, was very pleasantly surprised to find skills I did not know I had. A brilliant birthday present from my son and daughter in law. Thank you so much."

The Arty Silkworm responded:

"Hi Pat, I'm so glad you had a lovely day and felt safe in these difficult times. The small classes are great for social distancing and also for lots more individual attention. Your progression through your samplers and then to your gorgeous scarf, was just lovely. I do hope you enjoy wearing it and get many compliments ? Best wishes and see you again soon Ruth~ The Arty Silkworm ?"

Philippa Benjamin reviewed: Introductory soap making workshop

"Great informative workshop this morning. Smaller numbers because if Covid so there were just 3 of us. It really was excellent and so interesting. I'm hoping I can replicate the recipe at home in due course but what I've brought home today will go towards lovely xmas presents."

Boo Cottage Botanicals responded:

"Thanks Philippa for a lovely review! It was great having you on the course this morning and hope you enjoy using your soaps, Nic"

Mel Jenner reviewed: Private or private group silver jewellery making / silversmithing workshop half-day at Silver Designed Personally

"We all had a fab time making our jewellery in a very well equipped workshop with an excellent & professional tutor."

Silver Designed Personally responded:

"Mel Thanks so much for your review, it means a lot - you did a great job! Sara"

Laura reviewed: Glass bottle cutting for beginners - Sittingbourne

"Booked this as surprise for my best friends birthday. Ended up only being the two of us so was fortunate enough to have exclusive help from Janet and Claire who were brilliant all the way through. Both very kind and helpful with anything you needed assistance with. We both walked away smiling and a new skill to play with. Would totally recommend to anyone who wants to learn something new and interesting. We both left with beautiful pieces which can easily be given as thoughtful gifts. Who doesn’t love anything hand made. Would definitely attend more classes in the future. Thank you Claire and Janet."

Fancy Tat responded:

"Hello Laura, Thank you so much for your kind review. We really enjoyed spending Saturday with you and we’re really pleased that you had a good time :) It was lovely to see one of your finished lanterns pop up on our Instagram ? Kind Regards Claire & Janet"

Sandra johnston reviewed: 'Field with Red Poppies' wool fibre painting art kit

"I had my class with Raya today, making the Field with Poppies picture and I am so pleased with it. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting Raya on Zoom and it was a really nice experience. Raya was so good at her tuition and explanations and demonstrations of all the techniques all through the class. It has made my day today, and I will aim to do more classes with Raya"

Magic Wool Art and Craft Studio responded:

"Dear Sandra, Thank you very much for your review. It was lovely teaching you and I am so pleased that you enjoyed learning the wool painting technique. You wool fibre picture looks lovely! It is also great that you are feeling more confident and comfortable attending online classes by zoom. Look forward to seeing you again at one of my courses . Best wishes Raya Raya"

Adam Gutteridge reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Very good experience. He had a plan that he went by for the day giving people experience on making different things but I asked if I could make a knife for work and he got everything sorted for me. Definitely do it again."

Chloe S. reviewed: Beginners Candle Making Course

"Spent a fabulous day in Bexley being taught how to make candles with Paula from Old Bexley Soap Co. Paula is very knowledgeable and a great teacher too. The Freemantle Hall is a magnificent place and so easy to get to from London by train. As well as being able to make your own candles, you also enjoy a delicious afternoon tea. I'm not an "arty" person by any stretch of the imagination but due to Paula’s ability to teach, my candles looked perfect. Wonderful experience and thoroughly recommended."

Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co. responded:

"Thank you so much for your feedback. Good luck with your candle making, lovely to meet you. Paula"

Charlotte reviewed: Beginners Candle Making Course

"Had a fantastic time at Old Bexley Soap Co. candle making course, it was very interesting and enjoyable as I have never tried candle making before. Paula is a fantastic host and would recommend this to anyone interested in candles. Lovely venue and very happy with Paula’s excellent Covid-19 safety measures. I really want to do her other courses now!"

Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co. responded:

"Thank you very much for your feedback. I look forward to seeing you again in my other courses! . Paula"

Ron Irving reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Another great day in the forge with Ade. Made a great rams head poker and we had time to play around and make a fire rake as well. As ever Ade is super patient and helpful, demonstrating everything before we do our ham fisted efforts! Debbie did great refreshments and ace lunch (including charcoal cheese!). Everything was organised to ensure social distancing and full C-19 precautions, Much safer in the forge than the drive there. We'll be back for the two day course! Highly recommended."

Fiona Bignell reviewed: Silver jewellery workshop for all abilities with Jude Karnon

"My one-to-one workshop with Jude was great! Even in these strange times, Jude was able to create a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. She enabled me to create the ring I designed using different techniques, and I came away having learnt a good deal more about silversmithing. Thoroughly recommend!"

Jude Karnon Jewellery responded:

"Hi Fiona, Thank you very much for your kind works. It was an absolute pleasure working with you, expecially with all your enthusiasm and willingness to learn new things. Take care, Jude x"

Jo Atherton reviewed: Expressive painting in oils or acrylics

"I attended an Abstract art workshop with Liz. It was an excellent workshop with a lot of encouragement and inspiration from Liz. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and would strongly recommend this workshop to anyone for whom abstract is something new or if they want to loosen up their painting."

Kelsey reviewed: Candle Making Workshop with Bilsington Priory Afternoon Tea

"Had a wonderful day in a lovely venue making candles and wax tablets. Loved every minute of it, Karen is very knowledgeable and instructions were clear and precise so very easy to follow. I came home with a lovely jar candle, one in a tin and 6 wax tablets with botanicals. Can't wait to light them in ideally two weeks when fully cured. Highly recommended x"

The Aromatic Candle Co responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Kelsey, it's very kind of you. I'm sorry to make you wait to light your candle :-) it'll soon fly by!"

Sherry reviewed: Candle making workshops for beginners - St Albans, Hertfordshire

"This workshop is brilliant. Anne is a lovely, friendly lady and teacher. Loved the variety of candles we got to make and that we could choose our own scents and colours. Can’t wait to put it into practice at home. Thank you Anne x"

Jim Barrett reviewed: Woodworking - Make Your Own Workbench

"A fantastic course run on a one to one basis. I spent a long time looking to buy a woodworking bench and found this course where you get to make a bespoke bench. Steve is a great tutor and explains things thoroughly and answers any questions you have. Can’t recommend this enough. If you want a work bench, don’t buy one, go on this course."

Dovetail Woodworking responded:

"Hi Jim, So good to hear you enjoyed making your own bench and will soon be putting it to good use. Steve"

Guy & Tracey Middlebrook reviewed: Linocut printing workshop in Warwickshire at Bonds Lifestyle

"Wonderful day spent with Alix. Very clear and kind instruction on learning how to Lino cut and print. We are so proud of our efforts and came away with lovely cuts and prints ready for wall art or to send as greetings cards. Alix is a joy to be with chatty and patient. Can’t wait to do another session with her."

Alix Almond Art responded:

"Thank you Guy and Tracey for your kind words; it was great to work with you yesterday and I am really pleased you enjoyed it. You should be really proud of your prints, they are great. Looking forward to seeing you again. Alix x"

Jayne Prinold reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"Had a lovely morning making a chicken in felt would recommend it thank you"

Sarah reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"A great beginners course. Really enjoyed it. Very pleased with what I made. Thank you"

Charlotte reviewed: "2 Crafts in 1 Day!" 1-2-1 woodturning & pottery experience for 1 person

"A really enjoyable course. Simon and Louise were very patient and welcoming. Lunch was lovely too! Would definitely recommend this course to any beginners."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Thank you for the review Charlotte :-). It was a pleasure teaching you and we really enjoyed meeting you both! I'll let you know when your ceramics are ready."

Leigh reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"Superb day out the day flew by. Straight from the get go I felt welcome in a relaxing environment. Learnt the basics throughout the day basically, tinkering with different techniques to get a desired outcome. Left to go home with two woodturned pieces which I am very happy with. Highly recommend."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Really pleased that you enjoyed the day, and you made some really lovely pieces too! Thanks for the great review :-)."

Barry Birchall reviewed: Stained glass for beginners one day workshop

"The course was great and Sharon was very patient and helpful. There was lots of choice when it came to patterns and glass. It was a great two days and for my it’s now a serious hobby."