Latest reviews

Laura reviewed: Make silver jewellery using precious metal clay or silver clay

"I had a great day at the silver clay making class, and would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in trying it. I was pleased with how my pendants came out and I felt I learnt a lot thanks to Toni! Thanks again for a fab day :) Thanks, Laura"

CG Crafts responded:

"Thanks Laura, glad you and your Dad had a great day. You made some beautiful jewellery - hope he's wearing those unique cufflinks."

susan hodgson reviewed: Experimental Monoprinting (includes gelli printing)

"I spent the most enjoyable day with Ruth Blackford doing the experimental mono printing course, in a delightful garden studio. Everything was beautifully prepared for us. Ruth provided images, or you could use our own designs. She taught us a variety of ways to print, my favourite was using the tissue paper for chine colle. We had a delicious lunch, tea, coffee, and lemon drizzle cake. The day just flew by, and now I want to do the two day collograph course. Thank you Ruth, you are a very talented lady, and an excellent tutor."

Alec Powell reviewed: Creating ceramic animals courses - with James Ort & Alison Pink

"Had a wonderful time over the last weekend! Thank God that James and Alison were there! Sooooo helpfull. Lots of nice people and a good rapport. Good luck in the future :-)"

The Phoenix Studio responded:

"Ahhh thanks for the lovely review Alec! Thanks to you and Val for your continued support! See you soon for glazing!"

Charlotte reviewed: Lampworking Workshop: Full Day Beginners Workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed my full day lampworking workshop with Suzanne. I had some limited experience of lampworking before and it was great to be able to build upon my previous knowledge and try lots of new techniques. Suzanne is a brilliant teacher, extremely knowledgable and very calm and patient. She was able to demonstrate whilst allowing me lots of time at the torch also. Suzanne was encouraging and reassuring during the day as well as giving praise and helpful suggestions too. Suzanne's workshop is lovely, bright and calm, allowing for a relaxed atmosphere. Also, I enjoyed looking at some of Suzanne's fabulous creations that are on display in the workshop. All in all I have a wonderful day and am very pleased with the beads I created. Thank you Suzanne!"

Suzanne Jewellery responded:

"Thank you so much for lovely review. I am so pleased you enjoyed your workshop."

Lorien Cadier reviewed: 3 hour introduction to frame loom weaving, Lemon & Jinja, Romsey

"Very happy that I attended the intermediate weaving course with Ellie yesterday and learnt new skills in a relaxed and comfortable setting. Ellie offered her expertise and a great selection of sustainable yarns in fabulous colours. Would highly recommend."

Elka responded:

"Great to see you again Lorien and thank you for the review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the workshop. All the best, Ellie"

Lynne Francke reviewed: Experimental Monoprinting (includes gelli printing)

"I had a great day printing with Ruth. She is a very talented lady and a great teacher. Apart from the tuition I was kept fed and watered all day. I didn't want to take a break as I was enjoying myself so much but I'm glad I did stop as lunch was lovely. I learnt new skills and was pleased with what I produced. I shall certainly be back to learn some more. Thank you Ruth for an informative, fun day printing in your delightful garden studio."

Peter B reviewed: Leatherwork weekend taster course

"Fantastic weekend, I spent the weekend making a small pouch and then additionally a small knife sheath. Gaynor was fantastic in her instruction and helped me with understanding what I could reasonably achieve within my time at the workshop. Since then I have become an armature leather worker and I still follow her advice every project."

shelley stephenson reviewed: Marvellous Mosaic one day workshop

"What an amazing day!! This course was bought for myself and my cousin as a Christmas gift - we had a lovely relaxing day (the cake and biscuits were fabulous too) Loved the mosiac creation I took home - Lindsey had a fabulous range of colours and shapes to choose from!! Lindsey is a lovely tutor - so helpful and informative - can’t wait to start creating at home!! Xx"

Lindsey Kennedy Portfolio responded:

"Hi Shelley, Thank you so much for the lovely review, it is very much appreciated. I am always amazed at the beautiful mosaics people make after such a short time working with the materials and love seeing what everyone creates in just one day! I am so pleased that you enjoyed your thoughtful Christmas present. Best wishes, Lindsey."

Michelle reviewed: One day introduction to glass fusing in Medway, Kent

"Beverley welcomes you into her home and studio to share her passion and creativity with fused glass. I booked a celebration Family event for four, after a brief intro, including safety we were onto practical hands on glass cutting before making our first piece a sun catcher. Throughout the day Beverley gave great instruction, encouragement and found everyone’s hidden talents including my own which is very absent. I can’t wait to see our finished pieces after fusing in the kiln and finding a place to display them at home. Don’t hesitate if you are booking to go on your own, you will be so pleased you went and you will have a great day. Learning glass fusing with Beverley is addictive, give it a go."

Beverley Bunn Glass Art responded:

"Aaaah thanks for such a lovely review Michelle :0) It was my pleasure to have you and your lovely family here for the day - your dad was the star of the show I think we can agree!! Or maybe you just didn't want to out-shine him on his birthday treat ;0) I think your niche is definitely in the area of 'fit' lol It's all looking great and the items needing slumping are back in the kiln right now so not long to wait!! You're welcome any time x Bev"

Rob reviewed: Willow Workshops - Living Willow Structures (Domes/Dens/Tunnels)

"Thank you for an excellent day. It was full of fun and learning. I would highly recommend this to anyone."

Rachel Colver reviewed: Turn a wooden bowl on a traditional pole lathe

"Fabulous afternoon. Great encouraging atmosphere. Everyone smiled from start to finish! Very pleased with the finished Fan Bird."

Trish O'Malley reviewed: Wheel thrown mug workshop

"À beautiful location with insightful patient instruction from Jack who is a gem. He makes you feel relaxed and helps you through every step of the way , he was so encouraging and such a lovely instructor. This was a birthday treat and we came away feeling so goood, its such a lovely calm and beautiful way to spend time we felt so relaxed, proud and hooked! Never done anthing like this before and would highly recommend to anyone at any age. Thank you so much Jack ?"

Amelia reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"My mum and I had a fantastic day learning to make candles with Jo. The workshop is perfectly placed above a lovely tea shop in a beautiful village. Jo is so easy going and friendly that four hours flew by. I would recommend this course to anyone, you will be chuffed to bits with all the candles you'll make and take home."

The White Candle Company responded:

"Thank you Amelia it was lovely to meet both yourself and Charlotte. I'm glad you had fun! xx"

Tracy Hand reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Great day,warm welcome, we were guided through each step. Really pleased with the ring I made. Excellent cake : )"

Heather Blackmore reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Really enjoyable day. Interesting to learn the skills that go into ring making. Would love to make more jewellery."

Geoff reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Went last week, had a great time with Bob and learnt alot. One of the things I made was a bottle opener, which I've used frequently since."

Claire Hepworth reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I have just returned from a fab 2 days with Maggie on her beginners workshop. From start to finish everything was excellent, from the tuition, materials, Maggie herself, the pace, even the soup! Have already booked another space in a months time, as I have come away with so many ideas. Great time in a totally chilled out environment. Thanks Maggie!!"

Pretty Rubbish Mosaics responded:

"Thank you Claire for your lovely review. It was a joy to work with you and watch you develop your own style as you created your beautiful piece. Look forward to trying something different together next time.x"

Katrina Britton reviewed: Fused glass workshops in Cornwall

"I felt I've had a positive experience and really enjoyed my day. So pleased I've managed to produce a lovely piece of work. Very relaxed atmosphere."

Lis Gillett reviewed: Fused glass workshops in Cornwall

"Really good day and would recommend to others. Good venue."

April Smith reviewed: 10- week Introduction to Soft Pastels online zoom art course with live tuition. Suitable for complete beginners and people with some experience in Art.

"Had a fantastic relaxing day today and chuffed with my first creation in wool. Cannot recommend Raya highly enough. A very calm and positive approach to teaching and sharing her vast knowledge."

Coralie reviewed: Evening Watercolour 10-week art course for beginners and amateur artists

"I’ve had such a fantastic time on the Fundamental Art Skills course and recommend to anyone who loves to draw but perhaps missed out on learning the basic skills. I really look forward to Raya’s class each week: she is a fantastic teacher; always encouraging, patient and inspiring. Thank you so so much. ?"

Sue Summers reviewed: Willow Chicken / Duck / Pheasant Weaving Workshop

"Had a fab time constructing Daffy Duck! Family were amazed! Husband was expecting a duck billed platypus! Daffy will be great company for Darren the Dragonfly in our courtyard garden. Can't wait for the weather to pick up so they can go out to play!! Thanks Victoria for your patience and encouragement. I had a lovely day, good company and bonus -learnt new skills."

Jackie Spalding reviewed: Flower crown craft parties - listing for Emily

"I thoroughly enjoyed Rachel's workshop at Wall Village hall, it was an early Mother's Day gift from my two daughters. I am a total novice, but Rachel made me feel completely at ease, and I was hooked from beginning to end. Could have carried on well into the evening. The company of the other ladies was also a pleasure. I am inspired to improve and make my own fascinators from the basic skills acquired. Thank you Rachel and every good wishes for the future."

Jackie Spalding reviewed: Flower crown craft parties - listing for Emily

"I thoroughly enjoyed Rachel's workshop at Wall Village hall, it was an early Mother's Day gift from my two daughters. I am a total novice, but Rachel made me feel completely at ease, and I was hooked from beginning to end. Could have carried on well into the evening. The company of the other ladies was also a pleasure. I am inspired to improve and make my own fascinators from the basic skills acquired. Thank you Rachel and every good wishes for the future."

Wei-Zhong reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Chris runs a fantastic blacksmithing course. His experience and knowledge of the craft is immense and he is able to pass on appreciation of it in an extremely friendly and engaging manner. He is really easy to talk to and we had a lot of fun discussing plenty of other topics throughout the day as we were forging our keyrings. The pacing was excellent, and we always felt welcome to ask any questions we had. Would recommend this to anyone!"