Latest reviews

Tracy reviewed: Pottery/ceramics wheel throwing (full day)

"Lorraine was very informative. Thoroughly enjoyed this course. She was very patient as it was something I'd never done before and found it a little tricky at times. It was bought for me as a way to relax and it certainly did the job. Would highly recommend"

Linda James reviewed: Fused Glass workshops at Bere Alston, near Tavistock, Devon

"A most comprehensive day of tuition, help and encouragement. Relaxed, genuine enthusiasm and interest enabled a positive experience. A lovely day. Even if you think you know how to do some aspects and are aware of things - skills take time, allow even more - especially if like me you talk a lot. Most enjoyable, thank you."

Joy E Knight reviewed: Introduction to Silkscreen Printing in Cambridgeshire

"I have never tried screen printing before and found this course ideal. It was lead in a welcoming, encouraging and patient way. It was great fun too and with such a small group, was relaxing and rewarding. I printed on both paper and fabric and was so inspired to see work that had been created by previous classes and by Judith too. Would really recommend ?"

Jon Goode reviewed: Introductory pottery wheel throwing taster sessions

"Attended a taster course, Lorraine was very welcoming upon our arrival and showed us around. She was very informative and once we was shown what to do was left to have a go ourselves with Lorraine offering help and support when needed. It was a fun, friendly and relaxing atmosphere and would definitely recommend a visit.. will be visiting again."

Sarah Lowrence reviewed: Silver clay taster session at Gallery in Heswall, Wirral

"I had a excellent time on the taster silver clay course. George was really helpful and very knowledgeable. I would certainly recommend to anyone wanting to try a new craft and I will be booking in for a day course very soon. Thankyou for a lovely morning."

Saffet Chilton reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop - landscape pictures

"Thanks to my lovely friend Rachel, I attended Pippa's course, loved it ?. Pippa was a great teacher and host, felting was so fun ?. Thank you Pippa for a lovely, enjoyable beautiful day ?. Lots of love, Saffet Chilton"

Pippaluk Crafts responded:

"So glad you all enjoyed it. Your pictures were all wonderful."

Kirsty reviewed: Taster sessions – throwing on the potter’s wheel

"Had a lovely time making pots. Thank you for your help. X"

Sharon reviewed: Make beautiful snowflakes in stained glass with Caron King

"What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon. We both really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you so much."

Charmaine reviewed: Make beautiful snowflakes in stained glass with Caron King

"Wonderful time, enjoyed making the hearts, thank you very much."

Jane reviewed: Make beautiful snowflakes in stained glass with Caron King

"What a lovely afternoon we had making our stained glass hearts. Lots of fun and laughs and a beautiful heart hanging to take home - thank you Karen."

Nikki reviewed: Make a 12 inch Spring Bird hanging in stained glass with Caron King

"Fantastic afternoon - loved it. A gorgeous afternoon spent with lovely people. Thank you! Will be back!"

James reviewed: Taster sessions – throwing on the potter’s wheel

"Fantastic class, really enoyed. Lots of helpful direction with help from the teacher I actually managed to achieve some pots. Thank you very much."

Rachael reviewed: Taster sessions – throwing on the potter’s wheel

"Lovely tutor, very patient (necessary!) - really enjoyed it, thanks for lovely morning!"

Billy reviewed: Children’s Pottery – Animal Antics with Colleen Shaw

"Excellent class and tutor! I really enjoyed this class!"

Yvonne reviewed: A 6 week pottery course on Sunday, Wednesday or Thursday mornings

"Really enjoyed Pris' teaching - I will be back!"

Robert Barr reviewed: Five day woodwork course - tools

"I have just completed my Step Stool - Course 1. Excellent tuition, help and advice. Relaxed informal atmosphere, safe working practices emphasised. I have now a piece of furniture that would sit along side any of our existing furniture, on show. Functional but stylish."

Rosie reviewed: Print and play evening workshops in Bristol

"Really enjoyed Sophie’s stencil class. Informative, friendly, easy going class. Loved the pictures I created and enjoyed learning the new techniques. I will be buying the equipment needed, so I can use this stencilling I’ve learnt to create more art work and to use it in my business. I also felt energised afterwards; great for the mental health ??Thank you very much Sophie"

Sophie Rae responded:

"Thanks very much for your review Rosie. Really glad you enjoyed it and can use the process in your work."

Mandy Quelch reviewed: Arm Knitted Blanket

"Really enjoyable morning, Katie was so friendly, helpful and patient. Would definitely recommend."

Sew Me Something responded:

"Thank you Mandy, glad to see you enjoyed the workshop!"

Helen smith reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"Attended this course 8 March with my family and other lovely people. Melanie was great a very welcoming tutor who balanced giving information and support in a way that enabled us to try different ways of trying the materials provided confidently. Good fun and lots of laughter. Lunch was excellent. We are planning another day with Melanie."

Fay reviewed: Pewter Casting - Beginner - 3 Hours - One to One

"Rachel has a lovely set-up for many crafts. She is a great teacher and communicates her skills well in a happy and relaxed atmosphere. We were there with the family and you soon get caught up with making lovely things."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you Fay. Look forward to seeing you again soon."

Natasha Byrne (Willow Blossum) reviewed: Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

"Dear Lucy, Thank you so much for the opportunity to work with & learn from you & your wealth of Knowledge of all things interior & love of colour too. In my case your generosity in sharing your knowledge of upholstering, your advice, encouragement & help throughout the day to not only myself, but also the other 2 Lovely Ladies & their projects & being able to listen & watch (at times) & learn what you were teaching & advising them as well. To now have such a wonderful & beautiful piece of furniture that I will treasure & enjoy forever, as will my family & fur babies in the most stunningly beautiful & magical Fabric, almost ever, by Emma Shipley. ??????‍????????? I’ve always loved colour, describing myself as a ‘Colour Freak’ (in the nicest possible way!!) but only realised of late just how much not only my house but especially myself, my choice in the colours I use in our house & my choices of clothes, both style but especially colour has changed & how that change has impacted both my physical & mental health in such a negative way. I used to love & be so passionate about & not worry about what others thought or said about ‘My Style’, but unfortunately the realisation of late that some time ago that did in fact change, & I was indeed & had in fact completely changed everything because of others. No more.....I have begun to find ‘Me’ again & started searching for ‘The Things’ that make ‘Me’ happy & that very much does include Colour! ❤️????????? My journey only began recently & have to be careful not to put my foot pedal to the floor & go at full throttle & to take my time & dip my paint brush, as it were into carefully chosen projects, activities & choosing like minded people like myself & yourself that share a love & passion of similar things, especially colour & making & creating & animals, especially cats. ? From the bottom of my Heart Lucy, thank you for such a wonderful day & for not only sharing your knowledge but sharing your Incredible Space. A safe space, such a beautiful & incredibly inspiring place crammed full with so many magical ✨ delights, including the ‘man in the shower!!’ And for plying us with Tea & Delicious Cakes ☕️?? & even inviting us into your beautiful colour drenched home for a truly scrumptious homemade soup ? & bread ? & a gorgeous ginger marmalade cat, Paddington & Mr Brown of course. ??? For absolutely everything dear Lucy, thank you. ??❤️?? I cannot wait to visit & attend what I hope will be many more wonderful & inspiring courses with you, if you will have me? ? I truly cannot recommend enough what you do & what you have created & I personally am so very pleased to have found you & proud of myself too, as I conquered many things the day I attended your course. To come away with such a beatiful piece of re-upholstered furniture is, for me almost beyond comprehension & a bonus. ??❤️??"

Kristen Treen reviewed: A lino cut workshop with Linda Farquharson

"This was a fantastic course. Taking place in Linda's beautiful, state of the art studio, it was a brilliant and informative two days, during which time Linda helped me approach one particular aspect of linocut making I'd been hoping to improve on for a while. Linda's own work is extremely impressive and it was a real joy to be instructed by her. The class size was small, which meant she was available to offer guidance throughout, and she did a fantastic job of providing tips and advice which helped me to shape and improve the piece I was working on. She was also brilliant at arranging some of the more time-consuming elements of printmaking (page setup etc) so that most of our time could be spent on cutting and printing; we picked up tips on presentation from her as we went. Delicious lunches and cake breaks topped everything off! I would recommend this course very highly, to beginners and those who have done printmaking before."

Darren Barnes reviewed: Blacksmith for a day in the Yorkshire Dales

"What an excellent day! I've always wanted to try my hand at blacksmithing and this course certainly did not disappoint. We made a key ring and a dragon coat hook. Andy and Adrian were excellent teachers, very patient and knowledgeable Plenty of tea & biscuits provided during the day and the meal at lunch time was superb. The setting of the bunk barn is also excellent, lovely views over Ribblehead viaduct. Would highly recommend! :)"

Gill reviewed: Pewter Casting - Beginner - 3 Hours - One to One

"Thank you Rachel for a great day. It was good fun to try a new skill and Rachel was very patient and supportive. Looking forward to the next course!"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you Gill. You did so well."

Lauren Boswell reviewed: Enamel Jewellery - Beginner - 3 Hours - One to One

"This was an amazing course and a great afternoon's company I learnt so much and Racheal is so helpful and kind I can’t wait to go back and do it all over again"

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you Lauren. It was a really enjoyable course. Well done."