Latest reviews

Tammy reviewed: Explore your camera part 1 - Get off Auto

"Sid was a patient and encouraging teacher, I've learnt exactly what the course promised - to get off Auto! Enjoyable day all round, many thanks."

Going Digital Devon and Cornwall responded:

"Thank you Tammy, I'm so pleased you enjoyed the day and feel confident to say goodbye to auto... Enjoy your photography, I hope to see you again soon."

Lisa Robinson reviewed: Fused Glass - Taster

"My friend kindly treated me to a fused glass taster workshop for my birthday. We arrived uncertain about what to expect, but Julie was so welcoming and a great teacher. Her introduction was clear and informative, and under her expert tuition we created two wonderful glass pictures each, which we are both really proud of and which serve as a lovely reminder of a gorgeous day together. Thanks so much Julie!"

Tracey Yeates reviewed: Make your own cat or dog ceramic workshop with Jill Collier

"Absolutely amazing course ? I was a complete novice having only used clay in my primary years at school many years ago! This course reintroduced clay to me with some amazing instruction and guidance from Jill, I produced a dog that actually does look like a dog ?. Seriously if I can do this anyone can, give the courses a go you will not be disappointed."

coleen.paver reviewed: Making a stained glass leaded panel

"I had a brilliant day with Carly on her stained glass workshop, very well organised, Carly was very helpful, a great fun day."

Caryl Hallett Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you Coleen- good to hear you has a successful day. Caryl x"

Luke van de Wiel reviewed: Green wood stool making weekend

"The course was one of the most enjoyable things I have ever done. George is very patient and relaxed. You can either ask as many questions as you like and get as much help as you like or just be alone with your thoughts as you're carving. I expected to be making something really basic and rickety looking but they are really sturdy, tidy looking products. Everyone I've shown it to has been pleasantly surprised. The food provided was fantastic too. A word of warning for anyone staying overnight in the yurt in the woods: The yurt itself is very comfy and warm, everything else is very basic; by which I mean no running water. If, like me, you enjoy being in nature then it is the most fantastic thing ever, otherwise, request the yurt in the farmyard."

Megan Morgan reviewed: Pottery Throwing (Group Discounts Available) Lessons in Worcester

"What a lovely day making pottery for the first time! Chris was a great teacher and we could all add our own creative touch to each pot. The steps involved are so interesting and it was so much fun using the wheel and decorating our pots! I will definitely be returning and I’ll be bringing friends too. Thanks so much Chris!"

Chris Greening Pottery responded:

"Hi Megan - many thanks for the kind comments. Some great pots made and decorated and will be out of the kiln in about 3 weeks. Best wishes, Chris"

Megan Morgan reviewed: Glass fusing private class - fun taster class for beginners

"I had such a lovely experience making glass designs. Sarah was great at explaining the fascinating techniques and helping make something special. I found it relaxing and therapeutic and I will definitely go again! I’m also buying the experience for friends and family to enjoy too as I know they will love it. Thanks for such a great day!"

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"Being creative uses a different part of our brains and can be a very therapeutic break from our normally busy lives. So pleased you enjoyed it! Thanks Sarah"

Megan Morgan reviewed: Glass fusing private class - fun taster class for beginners

"Wonderful experience buying jewellery from Sarah. The ring and wine markers I bought are beautiful, unique and great quality! Amazing service and I will definitely be buying more soon!"

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"Thank you so much! I'm sure you'll love the jewellery you made in the class too!"

Lucy reviewed: Natural skincare workshop: Balms, Bombs and Body Butters

"Our second course was as fabulous as the first. Informative, small in number, very professional and we were able to make some superb products. Thank you so much!"

Boo Cottage Botanicals responded:

"Thanks Lucy! It was lovely to have you and mum back again and we're so glad you enjoyed it! Nic"

Trevor Jackson reviewed: Woodworking drop in workshop sessions - Tuesdays/Wednesday AM at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"Fabulous set of people to help and work alongside. Amazing range of equipment and guidance ."

Gill Blight reviewed: Fused Glass workshops at Bere Alston, near Tavistock, Devon

"I brought my Granddaughter as a treat for her birthday. What a fabulous bonding day for the both of us. Wendy explained everything very clearly from beginning to end and had immense patience. Learning to cut glass I found quite frightening to start with, however Wendy inspires confidence and we soon thoroughly enjoyed cutting different size pieces. Creating our own wall hanging was immense fun. A thoroughly enjoyable day."

Shelagh Linsley reviewed: Art classes for adults at Ushaw College. 7 Week Course

"I cannot praise this course enough; superb teaching, brilliant facilitator, beautiful setting and supportive classmates. I had done very little art since school but always felt drawn to it. This course promised an introduction to a range of techniques and has more than fulfilled it’s promise. I have signed up for a second term. Thank you Jayne and Michael."

Stewart reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"An excellent, enjoyable and satisfying day! As a complete novice, Alan's calm and expert tuition enabled me to turn a lump of wood into a spoon. Amazing! The pace of the day, with lovely food and drinks provided during breaks by Alan's partner, was perfect. Thank you."

Rebecca Abel reviewed: Silver jewellery beginners' class - one day

"I've been desperate to learn Silver Clay and I am so glad I booked with Louise who was very generous with her time, patience and knowledge. Came away with the confidence and inspiration to continue this hobby at home, along with some pretty silver pieces which had been made during the day. Would highly recommend Louise to anyone considering a silver clay course."

Doramie reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"Fab teacher, very knowledgeable and patient. Provided lunch and refreshments. I made a lovely hare"

Karen Bouissou reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"I had never attempted any knife work before and found this one day course to be very inspiring! Alan is very knowledgeable, and very patient with novices which I appreciated. Great fun!"

Helen Anderson reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"What a wonderful experience in a relaxed and very friendly atmosphere. As someone with little artistic creativity, I am very pleased indeed with my moon-gazing hare and very grateful for Jo’s gentle guidance. A fabulous day with lovely people, I highly recommend it. Thank you Jo."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Helen! Everyone has a wisp of creativity and it was great working with you on your moon gazing hare with a lazy leg! Fabulous ;-)"

Nardina reviewed: Make a macramé plant hanger

"Lucy and Lynn have been absolutely fantastic. I have learnt so much during this inspiring workshop and it has given me the knowledge to keep working at home on my own. The space is welcoming and a lovely buffet is provided with plenty of teas, coffee and cakes. I will go back soon to try another of the many workshops they run. Highly recommended! Thank you, Arienas Collective, for being so awesome!!"

The Arienas Collective responded:

"Hello Nardina Wow! Thank you so much for this really lovely review. I'm so glad Lucy inspired you to bring macramé into your life, and that you enjoyed your time in our home-based workspace (which I hope will be open to the public again very soon). Look forward to welcoming you back :-) With best wishes Lynn"

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

"Really enjoyable course making several different types of candle including pillar, container, tealight and wax melts. Anne is a very knowledgeable and patient teacher and I will certainly be signing up to her advanced candlemaking course. I also liked the fact that it was only a small class of 7 participants allowing for individual attention if needed."

lis collyer reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"Fantastic day ! We all produced spoons to be proud of and there were plenty of breaks with drinks and delicious food made by Alan's partner. It was a fun day for us all and Alan is a very patient teacher."

Susan Smalley reviewed: Art classes for adults at Ushaw College. 7 Week Course

"I began this course to self heal from a rather deep and traumatic experience just over two years ago. I'm a therapist and coach so have successfully self healed but felt drawn immediately to this course which popped up on social media. Ten weeks in and I'm feeling sad this group will come to its end after another four sessions. However, so delighted am I in the incredible talent, skill and teaching from Jane and her attentive and supportive Michael ... the Organiser of Colourwheel, that I am bursting to begin the next 14 week course! Already signalled my eagerness to sign up!! Ushaw College Durham has become my second favourite place to visit. The art course has awakened a dormant potential and brought smiles and laughter to my soul. It is absolutely amazing! Art has become my greatest therapy. I don't ever want to get off this flying colour wheel of fun and friendship. ❤ Jane and Michael are a fantastic training duo! Susan Smalley"

Linda Cumming reviewed: Art classes for adults at Ushaw College. 7 Week Course

"I can’t recommend this course highly enough! As someone who’d not done any art for decades - since leaving school - I was initially apprehensive yet very excited to begin again. I’m now in my third term and have signed up for a fourth - it’s become addictive and I love it. Since starting, I’ve used a huge variety of mediums and learned then practised new skills to produce work of really good quality, and this has substantially increased my confidence in my own ability. Not only that, I now look forward so much to Wednesday classes, it’s a highlight in my week. Much of this positivity and progress is down to the patient, encouraging and outstanding teaching by Jayne, the ever-efficient organisation and welcoming nature of the course leader, Michael, and the sheer variety and quality of resources provided for us to work with. If you’re thinking about joining an art class, look no further!"

J.S. reviewed: Jan 2022 10 wk classes Art 4 All weekly classes in Rocking House Studios with Shirley Davis Dew

"Lovely friendly class covering a variety of media with demonstrations and guidance."

Shirley Davis Dew. Art 4 All responded:

"Thanks J I am pleased you enjoy the class. It is so good to see everyone learning as well as socialising. It is a pleasure to teach the group. Shirley"

Helen Carty reviewed: "Power of Place" Mosaic and Tile Making

"I attended the introductory course which was really good. Tracey was very helpful and an excellent teacher. It was good to learn alongside others and the available materials were varied and wide ranging - lots of inspiration. I'm really pleased with the mosaic I've started at the workshop and would recommend Tracey and the course wholeheartedly!"

Tracey Cartledge Artist responded:

"Thank you for your review, Helen. It was great to meet you and to see your ideas come to life and develop as you worked out the composition, colour scheme and choice of materials for your mosaic. I think you did an excellent job of it and I'm really looking forward to seeing the finished piece in due course. Well done!"

Rachel reviewed: Branch Weaving

"Absolutely amazing course which I highly recommend!!! Ellie is such a lovely tutor!! She is so welcoming and lovely from the moment you get there til even after you've left the course and beyond! She welcomes you in with open arms, and is so excited to share with you her wealth of knowledge! She is able to fit in so much to teach you within the 2 days! I even left with a brand new loom as was so eager to continue with what she had taught me. And when I ran out of a certain colour of thread that I was using in the workshop... she sent some to my house so that I could finish what I was working on! She has now moved into a larger bigger studio which I can't wait to go and visit soon and she welcomes you back anytime you would like to be able to help with any further queries you have, or stuff you may have forgotten on the course, as was so much to take in. So definitely get booking on!!"

Elka responded:

"Thank you so much Rachel! I'm so glad you enjoyed the workshop and I can't wait for you to see the new studio :) X"