Latest reviews

Sabina Aiuto reviewed: Make a footstool workshop

"Great course, numbers are kept small so there is enough support for everyone. Instructions are given in easy steps to follow and Steph is always happy to answers questions. Oh and wonderful cake!"

Robert Eydmann reviewed: 8-Week Pottery Throwing Course - Hampshire

"I have just finished a 10 week throwing course at Loam and thoroughly enjoyed every minute, despite being a novice. The studio is a lovely place to work in and Jack is a very skilled, patient and encouraging tutor. He teaches by example the different techniques required to produce a finished object (of which there are many). It doesn't always work first time of course, but in the end you will be wonderfully surprised by what you can make rather than what you cannot. Thank you very much Jack."

Sally-Anne Smith reviewed: A day on the tiles: one-day mosaic workshop

"I had a lovely day with my cousin she was over from France for a couple of days and wanted to do an activity and learn something she could take back to France with her she did extremely well. Fiona is very patient and a very competent teacher I would highly recommend this course. Fiona also had made a cake (which was delicious)."

serena reviewed: Beginner's DIY Hand Sanitiser Natural Soap Course

"Really great thorough class. Really appreciated her in depth take away notes and all your knowledge and years of experience"

Vickie reviewed: Beginner's DIY Hand Sanitiser Natural Soap Course

"Roxana was very knowledgable of the product. Great workshop and beautiful smelling soap to take home. Very informative and very up to date on the health & safety aspect."

Diane Perry reviewed: A night (or morning/afternoon!) on the tiles: a 2.5 hour taster mosaic course

"Had a lovely day cutting tiles and making a mosaic. Great tutor, really helpful and tea and cake lovely. Studio lovely spacious and bright and lots of materials to choose from. I would recommend this course highly. Great value for money too."

Melissa Wilson reviewed: Pottery throwing course, Aylesbury

"I booked it for a friend's birthday, and we both loved it. It was amazing value for money, Charlie was extremely patient and great at explaining what to do."

Charlie's Pots responded:

"Hello Melissa Many thanks for your feedback. Look forward to seeing you tomorrow night for the glazing. Kind regards Charlie"

Nat reviewed: One day stained glass workshop London for beginners and enthusiasts

"Really enjoyed this course!! Tejal Is very welcoming, medothical, friendly and knowledgeable. A great introduction to glass!"

John Twin reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I really enjoyed the weekend, despite some unkind weather. A totally new and refreshing experience, working with stone for the first time (in a former prison yard, appropriately). Under Sebastian's friendly and unhurried guidance we were supported, encouraged and advised, never lectured; he wanted us to experiment with the tools and techniques with total freedom as to the outcome. I was surprised how easy it was to work the Bath stone, even with wood-working chisels, for example, so progress was quicker than I had expected. We all got on really well together, offering each other advice and constructive criticism while at work and chinwagging during the breaks. Highly recommended."

Jim Sikorski reviewed: Make a live-edge bench or table

"Excellent teaching in a relaxed and friendly environment."

Lucy Welham reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"Thanks Jo for a fantastic workshop yesterday. Thoroughly enjoyed myself and couldn't believe we made so many beautiful items. The entire workshop was relaxed and it felt like I was having a morning with good friends even though all of us had only met that morning. Would definitely recommend taking the course. Thanks again Jo."

Desmond Clesham reviewed: Raise your own copper bowl, two day course

"This is the second weekend course I have attended at Charlotte’s studio and I enjoyed it just as much as the first. Charlotte is an excellent tutor fully explaining all the processes involved and the use of all the tools and equipment before letting you get on with it. I was very pleased with how my copper bowl turned out and can thoroughly recommend these courses . You’ll have a great time Des Clesham"

Kelly Rossiter reviewed: Pottery throwing course, Aylesbury

"We had a great day throwing pottery. Charlie was really helpful and the facilities were brilliant."

Charlie's Pots responded:

"Hello Kelly Thank you for your feedback. It was lovely to meet you and I am happy that you enjoyed the day. Regards Charlie"

Dave Andrews reviewed: Woodturning in Devon with Colin Simpson

"What a great session with Colin, all the other reviews have said what I wanted to say. I had the pleasure of a full day of tuition under Colin's expert eye in the comfort of my own workshop, this was great as I was being taught using my lathe and tools. At the end of the session I had the confidence to turn on my own and maintain my tools. I will be looking to book another day or two very soon."

Joanna reviewed: Intro to 3D wet felting; make a small vessel using a resist with Purr & Wag It, Tabletop Workshops

"I had a wonderful experience on the course. Heather was very friendly (with a lovely slice of cake and cup of tea) and super knowledgable. She looked at our ‘inspiration’ pictures and worked with us to make them come ‘alive’ in felt as closely or loosely as we wished. She’s a wealth of information and I would love to take another course with her. Would definitely recommend."

Carol reviewed: One Day Pottery Throwing Course, including lunch - Hampshire

"Thank you Jack for an enjoyable and memorable day on Sunday. Our family of 4 booked a One-Day throwing course with Jack in his spacious, light and airy studio. We were well-instructed with demonstrations and patient guidance, and were so proud of our finished pieces. It was a great introduction to throwing on the wheel and immensely satisfying to create a form that looked like a pot! Our appetite has been whetted to do more! Many thanks for a wonderful day Jack; we are so glad to have found your course on this website."

Chris Matthews reviewed: Silver Jewellery Classes (mornings)

"A very good interesting course, exactly what I wanted. Kate is extremely patient and clear in her teaching including the safety aspect of all the equipment. I am very pleased with the pendant and ring necklace I made having had no previous experience. I shall enrol in a further course."

Simon reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Another amazing day with Adrian, Andy and Debbie making garden flowers. This is my second time blacksmithing and each time I learn another skill and leave with a lovely creation (even if I do say so myself). Adrian and Andy are so skilled they are able to assist you with each project and I would highly recommend any of the courses to anyone of any ability. Needless to say I have booked on another course and wil most doubtlessly booked on many more to come. Thank you Adrian, Andy and Debbie."

Tim reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Well one day in i would not hesitate in recommending this course to anyone! What a great day we had. Graham is knowledgeable, charming and a great teacher. I came away with a beautiful bowl on my first day, however my partner has something more resembling a frisbee! We have also agreed to adopt a hedgehog.... who would have thought that was part of the bargin. T"

Kevin Bartlett reviewed: Stained glass introduction at Blue Kite Stained Glass

"Iain was brilliant, a great day and with no knowledge at the start went away with something worth showing people. Really enjoyable and the day was laid perfectly with the right amount of instruction. Would (and have) recommend it to anyone."

Blue Kite Stained Glass responded:

"Thanks Kevin, glad you enjoyed it!"

K Sharp reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"I attended the introduction to green wood furniture making course in March 2019 and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. Peter has a talent not only for the creative design and manufacture of his furniture pieces, but also for inspiring and encouraging others to “have a go” and successfully teaching the techniques needed to achieve a finished article in 2 days. Peter, ably assisted by Lulu, fostered a friendly and inclusive working and learning atmosphere, frequently providing advice on an individual basis, always encouraging us on. His knowledge and passion for the topic is obvious and infectious, for just two days after the course finished, I am planning for the acquisition of the necessary equipment and tools to set about this from home and looking to book a follow up course once I have some experience. I can thoroughly recommend this weekend course no matter what your level of experience is, a great two days, you won’t be disappointed."

Steve Amos reviewed: Chair Making Courses with Sussex Green Woodworking

"Danny, thank you and your team for a wonderful weekend, throughly enjoyable, I learnt an awful amount and with your instruction and help produced a beautiful stool. I hope to see you sometime in the near future. Best regards Steve"

Karen reviewed: Watercolour painting day - Floral & botanical - with artist Laura Andrew

"A brilliant art class! I went as a complete beginner in watercolour, learnt about materials and techniques in a relaxed environment with just a few others, meaning everyone got a good level of attention. Laura gave me the confidence to have a go, achieving very pleasing results. Lunch was great and the day passed so quickly. The follow up email with a list of materials and information is very useful, I can’t wait to have a go myself at home."

Pamela Ann Jackson reviewed: Stained glass introduction at Blue Kite Stained Glass

"My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our day with Iain . He is an excellent teacher and guided us through each stage of making a little stained glass 'window' . We are delighted with the end results and we are very eager to learn more about this craft from Iain, if he decides to run other courses."

Blue Kite Stained Glass responded:

"Thanks Pam, glad you enjoyed it, and yes, the cogs are turning for some sort of follow-up course before too long. If one of you wants to join my mailing list at www.iain-g.info (eNews button top right) - that way I can make sure you hear the news first!"

Ruth chandler reviewed: Stained Glass Workshop

"Very informative and enjoyable. The day flew by and we fitted a lot in. Jamie is an excellent teacher and I will certainly be interested in future courses."