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Punum reviewed: Get to know your sewing machine - introductory course

"I have been attending Sandies evening classes for a while now and can honestly say this is the best I’ve been too. The atmosphere is amazing with everyone helping each other. Sandy is super helpful and always goes an extra mile to make you understand what you're doing."

Sandie’s Sewing Bee responded:

"Thankyou Punam. That skirt will be finished before you know it?"

Sunsun reviewed: Make and decorate a ceramic bowl in one session

"Absolutely loved this workshop. Having one afternoon being creative and chatting with people from everywhere in a nice open atmosphere is a really great experience. Plus I can pick the fired work up afterwards. The fire itself is full of magical. And living in this lovely expectation of a few weeks of a new piece made by myself is such a wonderful thing. So far I made a bowl and a cat cup from Josie's workshop. She is a wonderful teacher, a great listener, and a good friend of us now. Best thing is, drinking from a cup made by myself, even ordinary tea taste a million times better :)"

Marita reviewed: Hedgerow basketmaking holiday

"I'm really glad I came all the way from Germany to attend Jane's course: I had a wonderful time with everyone on the course and Jane was a great teacher."

Tracey Doyle reviewed: Container candlemaking course and wax melts with afternoon tea

"I have just done the candle making course today and I have to say WOW,absolutely loved it,Julie is not only professional and very knowledgeable about anything and everything that you need to know about candle making but is also lovely and fun to be around,couldn't ask for a better teacher,there were nothing she didn't know or do to make it a special day,got to take home everything that I made,great for Christmas presents and the afternoon tea was to die for.Thanks again Julie for a great day"

Jackie from Ledbury reviewed: Drawing and Mixed Media Sketchbook Studies in Worcestershire

"Absolutely amazing. I have learned so much and had such a lot of fun. Bev was a brilliant teacher and made all the techniques so easy to,learn."

Deb from Cheltenham reviewed: Drawing and Mixed Media Sketchbook Studies in Worcestershire

"Great fun learning new techniques. Can now draw in a few minutes."

SArita from Malvern reviewed: Drawing and Mixed Media Sketchbook Studies in Worcestershire

"A fast paced and fun day. A great opportunity to try some new techniques and practise familiar ones."

Bev from Eckington reviewed: Drawing and Mixed Media Sketchbook Studies in Worcestershire

"Brilliant day! So many techniques covered- lots to go away and think about. My achievement- to play with paint, pens, pencils and don't over think it!"

Monika Skinner reviewed: One day silver clay course at Gallery in Heswall, Wirral

"We had a really lovely day on Thursday. Georgina explained the process of using silver clay and paste very well. After that, we were able to design and create our own pieces whilst Georgina was always on hand for help and guidance. The magic happened when after firing our pieces came out of the kiln and we were starting to polish them. I personally made three pieces, one statement pendant in the shape of an ivy leaf using silver paste and two smaller ones using silver clay. All I can say is that the course was very enjoyable and very good value for money! Highly recommended!"

Steve Ibbotson reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"Just completed my first 'term' of lessons and I am hooked ! Kate is an excellent instructor and the facilities are very good. Signed up for next term and constantly thinking of the next project !"

Hazel Travis reviewed: Surface Techniques in Glass with the Cheshire School of Glass

"A brilliant course , that is run by a lovely person. I learnt so much . Well worth the money."

William Pearce reviewed: Silver jewellery beginners' class - one day

"An excellent course that gives a real hands-on experience of working with real silver clay - everything from practising of design ideas, use of equipment and tools, best practices, handling of silver clay, making your design (or several smaller designs) in silver clay, drying, preparing for firing, firing and finishing. A really busy day that passes in a flash. Louise is very knowledgeable and extremely helpful and provides a wonderful day of confidence inspiring calmness."

Isobel Everett reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"My 4th session, completed an amazing gem set ring. I now have 2 pieces of handmade fine jewellery that attract so many comments. So proud of myself. Love the way Lucy teaches and her intuitive style. Already planning next project !"

Claire Aston-Harley reviewed: Surface Techniques in Glass with the Cheshire School of Glass

"The images course run at the Cheshire school of Glass is amazing. They are generous with materials. Jenny is so good at bringing the best out in people's ability. I loved every bit of the two days and would love to go back. I learnt so much from a highly skilled professional."

Louise Ruthers reviewed: Luxury Christmas decorations (full day) with the Cheshire School of Glass

"A really fun day with a great teacher. Jenny made everything so lovely for us all. I am really pleased with the results."

Roseanne Turner reviewed: Jewellery making at the Cheshire School of Glass

"The course is two days of escapism. I had no idea working with glass was so relaxing and absorbing. Thank you Jenny. I will be back to do the fusing course. It's addictive."

margret Stower reviewed: Introduction to glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"I would recommend this course to anyone interested in starting to work with glass. Jenny is encouraging , kind and a very knowledgeable teacher. She makes the process clear and fun to learn. Cheshire School of Glass is set in a barn conversion on a very pretty farm. The space is light and airy with a great creative atmosphere."

Richard reviewed: Make a live-edge bench or table

"Ben is a great teacher and he guides you through building a bench from scratch. We all worked at different speeds but he made sure we were all involved and knew what we were doing. And the bench at the end was a great addition to my dining room."

Chris reviewed: Bronze Smelting and Casting

"I went on the course because I wanted to understand the processes behind smelting and casting. It's given me a much greater appreciation of the amount of effort and patience that went into creating Bronze Age objects. Roger was really knowledgeable and I appreciated the way he encouraged us to just get on with it, while guiding us with each stage. I came away feeling that I'll never look at a metal object in a museum in the same way again."

Paul KEITH reviewed: 1 to 1 Bladesmithing or Blacksmithing

"Well run and thoroughly enjoyable"

James Meakins reviewed: Photography Days

"I have just completed 5 very enjoyable and informative days with Sue and Richard. Was part of a birthday present to myself and was lucky enough to have one to one tuition in very relaxed and welcoming surroundings. The thing i liked best was the pace and flexibility of the week . Both were enthusiastic about their craft and keen to share their knowledge and experiences . Both showed a very personal touch to ensure you really understood your camera and what you could achieve with it. The highlights were the trips out to see some outstanding Cumbrian scenery and how to get the best results to portray it . I would highly recommend the course but would suggest that if you had limited knowledge of photography ,like I did ,that you take the multiple days options . Thankyou again for a brilliant week ."

Art by Camera responded:

"Thanks, James. It was great having you with us for the week, I'm just sorry we had no control over the November weather! At least there was plenty to keep us dry and occupied. Having said that, the winter months are so good for landscape photography with the sculptural look to bare trees and the starkness of snow. Have fun with your new skills."

Meem Bernau reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"Martin's class is well organised,with help, advice and input whenever required. It's a pleasure to be in his class, I can't imagine anyone not enjoying it and learning the stained glass techniques he teaches. His studio is fully equipped and a delight to be in."

Sue collins reviewed: Hot Forging in Beautiful Georgian Bath

"Had a fantastic day, made a couple of really impressive items. Jason the blacksmith was very informative and helpful, particularly as my weedy arms started to give up after 4 hours of hard hammering! I have a new appreciation of iron mongers and the skill they have. Can definitely recommend this course if you fancy an unusual fun day"

Naomi Waterman reviewed: Wood turning courses

"My husband gifted me a craft course voucher and I selected a day course for 2 with George on the merit of the previous reviews for the course and it did not disappoint. We had a great day and went home with beautiful turned sycamore bowls that we are really proud of. George’s relaxed and friendly teaching style had us confidently working away at creating our bowls in no time. The day was a really great mix of learning the science of wood and the turning process, and the creativity of reading the form, deciding how far to take a cut and how to create an aesthetically pleasing shape! Special thanks to Sue who made us feel warmly welcomed and looked after with a delicious home made lunch and plenty of biscuits!"

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

"What a great day. I’d been looking forward to it for ages and it surpassed my expectations. Can’t believe I managed to make what I did during the day but Adrian is a great teacher as well as an entertaining host. Debbies food throughout the day is also fantastic. Would I recommend this course? Yes absolutely and I will almost certainly be going back for another."