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Sue from Hampshire reviewed: Embroidered landscape with words, with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Fabulous day, wonderful setting and a great tutor. Learnt and did more than I ever thought in one day! Highly recommend."

Mabs reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - 1 day

"I've been wanting to do a fused glass course for years but somehow never got around to it. Sandra, Jill and I went on a day's course, all of us pretty unsure of what we could achieve during the day. We need not have worried as we were immediately put at ease by Jill and John plus tea, cake and yummy chocolates. Jill gave us advice and tips on our intended designs and we soon entered 'the zone'. Making the first piece of artwork was so relaxing, and we had access to all the lovely glass frits, powders, stringers and wires. I was in heaven, like a kid in a sweetie shop. After a very tasty lunch we enjoyed the afternoon making our second pieces. I would thoroughly recommend this course, Jill and John are friendly and make you feel relaxed from the moment you arrive. Jill is great at teaching, I learnt a lot about glass work and I'm keen to learn more, so will be signing up for another day's course soon. Brill day!"

Fired Glass responded:

"Thank you for your review Mabs and we're so pleased that you enjoyed your session and we helped to put you at ease, that's great to hear. You all created some super pieces when you were with us. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. Kind regards John and Jill."

Peggy reviewed: Saturday silver clay wrapped ring workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin 1.30pm - 5pm

"I’ve attended two of Tuuli’s courses, the silver clay jewellery workshop and the adjustable ring workshop and really enjoyed them both. I found them very informative and a great introduction to all the processes and techniques you need to learn to make your own silver clay jewellery. It was lovely to spend a morning being creative with other like minded people and to come away with a beautiful piece of jewellery you’ve actually made yourself. Thank you Tuuli!"

Tuuli Parker responded:

"Thank you so much for your feedback Peggy, I'm so glad that you have enjoyed the workshops and the opportunity to spend time in a creative environment with others - the best way to spend time!"

Sandra Drummond reviewed: Printing on Fabric

"A full on but nevertheless relaxing day at the delightful Micklems Farm. Karen is always so generous with all the information on techniques that she shares, and with the great choice of materials available to try. A little haven of creativity!"

Micklems Farm Creative Workshops responded:

"Thank you Sandra."

Gill reviewed: Mosaics for the home and garden

"Had an amazing day, superb teacher and host, fantastic ideas to choose from, and ‘oh’ the choice of tiles!! Will be going again."

Mosaic Mania responded:

"Hi Gill. Thanks, I'm so glad you enjoyed it!"

Adrian Watson reviewed: Blacksmith Experience Day - Anvil Forge

"My wife bought this course for my sons 18th birthday and I was lucky enough to get to go too! I cannot recommend this highly enough. It’s a real working site with an expectation that those on the experience muck in and just get on with life in the metal works. Don’t expect frills - expect to have a bunch of really lovely people trying their hardest to give you a great day. Working metal in the forge within minutes with great teachers on hand opened the day. Quickly followed by the team helping bring some artistic or practical ideas to life and ensuring that nobody left the day without something to be proud of. There is just the right amount of help provided. Can’t wait to return for another trip now I know a little more. Looking forward to the next pub lunch with the guys."

Olly Braithwaite reviewed: 1-to-1 Beginners Leatherworking Workshop

"Had a 1-2-1 lesson with Pipa today, and came back having learnt so much! I have no experience working with leather, but wanted to give it ago. I had a very specific period in history that I wanted to examine, which Pipa adapted the course to suit. Full of knowledge and experience, Pipa is a natural tutor with plenty of patience and no question went unanswered. Had a great time discussing my project and came back filled with confidence I now have the knowledge to tackle it. Thank you Pipa! A fantastic experience."

Judith Marquiss reviewed: Kiln fused glass taster day

"I have now had two brilliant days on Katie’s Taster Days. The day flies by, the course is totally absorbing and you are able to make lots of beautiful glass items to keep. The course is incredibly good value for money and I would highly recommend giving it a go."

Sue Strassheim reviewed: Pyrography workshop

"I had very mixed feelings about going on a pyrography course: much as I love learning new skills I had very low expectations of the possible outcome and did not anticipate being able to produce anything that I would dare to show to anyone else. Together with a friend I went to Rob’s Collaborators’ Cabin one Saturday morning and any feelings of trepidation were definitely misplaced. We had a thoroughly enjoyable time. Rob gave a short demonstration with very clear explanations and then gave us time to try out the skills he had shown us on scrap wood. Once we had mastered the basics he showed us how to transfer our proposed designs onto wood, and during the morning our ‘masterpieces’ evolved. The results were surprisingly pleasing and we went home with pieces to be proud of. By the end of the session, fuelled by a good supply of tea, we found that we both felt very relaxed and were amazed at what we had produced in the time. Rob is an excellent, enthusiastic and knowledgeable teacher, encouraging us at all times and giving us confidence in our own abilities. My grandson loves his Gruffalo , and I have already booked a further course."

Biddy Donaldson reviewed: Wet-felting workshop with Fabulous Feltings

"Lovely day with Jane where I learned all about nuno felting - not tried before. I've even used the felt I created to make a lovely cushion cover for my daughter! Would recommend if you want a relaxing creative enjoyable day with lunch thrown in too."

Fabulous Feltings responded:

"Dear Biddy I loved your work! You grasped the basics then added your imagination to make a wonderful nuno felted flower cushion cover for your daughter. In addition to being so creative, wet-felting is so relaxing and very therapeutic. I’m so glad you enjoyed you day, Thank-you, Jane"

Ali H reviewed: Wet-felting workshop with Fabulous Feltings

"Had a brilliant day with Jane in her picturesque riverside studio learning 3 welt felting techniques ! Jane made the whole process very accessible - she was well prepared and took us step by step through the techniques. We were able to choose from her extensive selection of fibres to create 3 pieces from our own imaginations. Such an inspiring day - I hope to be back for a more in depth class soon !"

Fabulous Feltings responded:

"Hi Ali It was a pleasure to teach you - I’m always amazed at the variety of designs I see in my ‘students’ work - all starting from the same selection of fibres. That’s the magic of felting - you are only bound by your imagination. It will be lovely to see you again! Jane"

Sue reviewed: Gelli Printmaking with No5workshops Group Booking

"Brilliant workshop! Excellent teaching and introduction to mono printing. Armi is just wonderful full of inspiring methods which comes from a huge knowledge of printing processes. All students were incredibly engaged and interested and supportive of each other’s creative ‘masterpieces’ ;-) Great fun worth every penny, the best way to start your day."

no5workshops responded:

"Thank you Sue, such a pleasure to meet you and have your creative input in this mornings workshop. Some lovely experimental mono printing! Hope to have you here again :))"

Helen Derrick reviewed: Circular sock knitting machine 'Sock School'

"The whole day was absolutely fabulous. Anne was an excellent teacher and with all the experienced helpers on hand we were never left unattended. The lunch was utterly delicious as were the freshly baked shortbread biscuits and afternoon cake. I had always wanted to use a circular sock machine and I was not disappointed with my efforts and pleased that I had a beautiful pair of socks to take home for my husband to wear. We learnt how to rib, produce a shaped, short row, heel and toe and to invisibly, kitchener stitch up the toe. An excellent day."

Astrid Fraser reviewed: Introduction to coil-building pottery workshops in Denmead

"Making coil pots with Sally as our tutor, was a wonderful experience. Lots of fun, completely engrossing, and with great results. The workshop brought out the inner artist in all our group! Thank you so much Sally!"

Laura reviewed: Container candlemaking course and wax melts with afternoon tea

"Loved my time doing the candle making course here - Julie and Janet really looked after us and it was interesting as well as fun. So happy with all my creations I got to take home with me, and they all smell incredible. The lunch spread was also brilliant, so make sure you go hungry! A brilliant course, and also the shop was lovely - make sure you have a look around for some things to buy too. Thanks so much ladies x"

Jo Chambers reviewed: Have a go at kiln fired enamelling

"Mum and I attended this course today and thoroughly enjoyed it. We each made three pendants using different techniques and have learnt a great deal about the enamelling process. Lesley is an excellent teacher and due to the small group size there was lots of individual support. We both highly recommend it and will book onto other courses run by Lesley."

Debra Gilbert reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Crafty Sew & So, Leicester

"A really enjoyable half day course that was very well led. We were given very clear instructions as to what to do with good demonstrations. The course was very relaxed and we were able to complete or nearly complete a little project we could then take home."

Ragged Life Ltd responded:

"Thank you Debra, I'm really glad that you enjoyed the workshop."

Paul Sharville reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"I had a fantastic three days being taught by Jason in his incredible workshop. He is a great teacher: knowledgeable, patient and encouraging - and a pleasure to spend time with. Going from having no idea to walking out with a backpack made with my own hands felt like it could be a challenge, but Jason guides you patiently through the process, builds your confidence and then allows you to work alone, but there whenever you need him. He's generous with his knowledge (and tea and biscuits) and enthusiastic about his trade. The end result was a beautiful piece of leathercraft of which I am very proud, and it's thanks to Jason that I am now raring to go solo on projects of my own. This review wouldn't be complete without mentioning Jason's workshop. It's in an old cotton mill, and is an inspiring place in which to work, surrounded by great tools, made pieces, vintage gear and curios, in a warm, well-equipped space. You feel like a craftsperson the moment you put on your apron. He plays great music too. Just need to work out how I can get back there to continue the journey. Thanks Jason."

Bernadette Silcock reviewed: Paper marbling with tea & cake

"I absolutely loved the paint pouring afternoon. Great space. Lovely teachers with lots of knowledge. Don't hesitate book it!"

Laura Knight reviewed: Wet Felt a beautiful neck warmer for Spring- in fine Merino wools and silks

"Terrific course. I now have my very own neckwarmer to wear! Thank you for your patient and expert tuition. I really enjoyed myself."

Felting in Devon responded:

"Thank you! ?"

Jo M reviewed: Introduction to coil-building pottery workshops in Denmead

"We had a great time learning how to make coil pots with Sally. We all produced something we were proud of and she kept everyone (from 9 to 78 years) interested."

Elaine Garner reviewed: 2 day knife making course

"An absolutely fantastic experience, I can’t recommend Friargate Forge enough. Gary and Joss are so passionate about what they do. I have been a fan of Forged in Fire for years, I finally took the plunge and booked a knife making course instead of sitting watching other people doing it. I hoped to make a basic knife on the course. My knife is a thing of beauty and with Gary and Joss’s patient teaching and assistance I can say I actually made it! I enjoyed every minute of the course and am so proud of the result. I am planning my next visit and can’t wait."

Sarah Clarke reviewed: Beginner's Candle Making Private Workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"Went to Sarah Ditchfield’s Candle Making for Beginners and had an excellent time. The three hours were very well planned, we made tealights, beeswax candles, moulded candle and a container candle. Sarah was very informative covering colours and scents, wicks, containers and learning about the different waxes you can use. I came away very inspired and eager to try candle making at home. Am going to experiment a bit and then book on to an intermediate course."

Candle by Events responded:

"Hi Sarah, thank you for your lovely feedback. Really pleased you enjoyed the workshop and you would be most welcome at an intermediate workshop."

Caroline Reed reviewed: Wire sculpture course - birds in East Yorkshire

"A really good day and a lovely goose to show at the end of it. Sue has a lovely way of explaining and showing the technical aspects and made the day very enjoyable - her cakes helped too! I would definitely like to do another day and add to the flock."

Ruth Wigmore reviewed: Introduction to handmade paper flowers workshop with GillyGetsCrafty

"I really enjoyed the workshop and learnt a lot from Gill who was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything in detail. The pace was just right and I had a lovely day meeting other like minded crafters! I would certainly recommend this course and will be attending one of Gills other workshops."