Latest reviews

Sharon Ibbotson reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop - landscape pictures

"An excellent course. Pip was really encouraging and we were all delighted with the pictures we produced and had great fun. The session made us keen to do more needle felting. Thank you Pip!"

Louise Fisher reviewed: Screen printing workshop with Zara Emily

"I just had a one to one class with Zara and recommend her highly. Zara is a total screen printing guru, and with her boundless experience the class was everything I needed to know and more! There was nothing she didn't know, and I've left after a lovely session of chatting all things creative and more besides, and with a print out of the processes of screen printing, all of which we had covered in class. Zara has all the equipment you'd find in a college printing department and the knowledge to boot. Seriously the best money I've spent in a loooooong time!"

Nancy Lees reviewed: Paper marbling with tea & cake

"This course was well structured, organised and great fun. The training room was bright and airy, well designed and comfortable with plenty of room Dina is a good teacher and her enthusiasm for the subject was infectious. I had a really great afternoon. Thank you. Lovely date flapjacks !!"

Stuart Mitchell reviewed: Hand forged rustic knife course

"A great way to spend 4 hours. I was given this as a gift and had a fantastic time."

Karen Jones reviewed: Glass fusing private class - fun taster class for beginners

"Attended a class on a weekend, where I did a 1 on 1 session with Sarah. She was a great instructor, gave me loads of advice for the pieces I was attempting to create and there were a lot of available examples to inspire creativity. There were a lot more creative options than I expected and the class was great fun! Have recommended this class to friends and family, well worth the price!!!"

Akasha reviewed: Silver Ring Stack - 3 Rings in a Day

"I had a wonderful day, Rachel is a fantastic teacher!"

Rachel Hearne Jewellery School responded:

"Akasha it was great to meet you. Thank you for attending you were a fantastic addition to the class I really enjoyed your enthusiasm and energy. I hope to see you again in the future and many thanks for taking the time yo review me :)"

Maria Sobral reviewed: One day Bag making traditional leather workshop (tote bag / side bag)

"You will find in Kingsley a patient, knowledgeable and lovely tutor while crafting your own bag. Generous, he can provide many craft tricks you could learn as well, if you work already in your own craft, along with great conversation and a nice cup of tea! I am in love with my bag!"

Valya reviewed: Fascinator Hat millinery workshop

"I always wanted to learn hat making skills and travelled all the way from Israel to achieve my goal. I had a wonderful Fascinator hat workshop with Elena. She is a fantastic teacher, and talked me through the basics of millinery in a thorough and detailed way. I have more understanding about hat making and I feel that I can start making myself! I created a beautiful hat and absolutely loved the course. Would highly recommend Elena to anyone wanting to learn about millinery, I've come away with a new skill, and loved my time with Elena!"

elena shvab millinery (GLGL Services UK ltd) responded:

"Dear Valya, Its was such a pleasure meeting you, thank you for coming to my class. I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed and learned new skills. Can't wait to see your next creations! All the best, Elena Shvab"

Bernie reviewed: Highland stool making course - Scottish Highlands

"What a fantastic weekend in Aaron’s workshop learning the art of crafting a stool the traditional way. A very professional teacher, craftsman & host. I certainly learnt loads & plan to enjoy my new skills/knowledge. A great birthday gift! Once again, thanks Aaron."

Suzanne reviewed: Rag Rug Workshop - Full Day - York

"What a really great day this was at the York workshop on 11 January. It was led by Lorraine who was friendly, good humoured and knowledgeable in equal measure. I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone as being great value for money. You'll leave with the information and tools you need to finish the project you started (either a rug, cushion, flowers, bag or whatever) at home. There is also the opportunity to buy other pieces of kit at really reasonable prices if you feel you've totally got the bug (as I did!). There's no pressure to buy. I'm not one for leaving reviews but felt I should as I was so impressed by it all."

Lara reviewed: One day Bag making traditional leather workshop (tote bag / side bag)

"Kingsley provides a high level of knowledge and opportunity to explore and create a piece full of character and the beginning of a story for you, the materials are high quality too. The only problem is....you want to do more!!! I am already thinking about the next bag I want to do!"

Sue Brown reviewed: Felt picture making workshop in Rugby!

"I enjoyed learning how to make a wet felt picture. There's a lot more to it than I anticipated! Karen was both informative and supportive during the whole process. Still lots of time for friendly chat over tea and cake! A good fun morning."

Karen Wyeth Contemporary Felt Artist responded:

"Thank you for your review Sue! Yes, a bit of hard work involved in felting, but what a great result you achieved!"

Olivia Walker reviewed: 6 wk Mixed Level Jewellery Making at Jewellery Workshop Leeds

"I couldn't make the 6 week course I booked and paid for a month earlier as I dislocated my left arm the week before the course and so I called to explain this to Bernard who basically accused me of being a liar & making it up to get out of the course by saying "oh really that's interesting - you would be surprised how many people break things just before the start of the course". I took exception to this as I let him know within an hour of getting back from A & E and finding out I would likely need surgery to fix it, and so obviously would not be able to make the course I had booked & paid for & had been really looking forward to. He refused to give me a refund and when I challenged him on this I just got a speech about that's why he is still in business when many others are not as he refuses to give refunds, which honestly I thought was a little harsh!!! I complained to CraftCourses where I saw the ad and a week later I received a £60 refund for a £120 course and no apology or email or call to explain why. I'm grateful for the refund but it took a lot to get even what I got. So I would say to anyone thinking of booking with them to make sure you are not going to have a life at all before the course as if anything 'life like' happens you won't get your money back & you will be verbally abused for free as it turned out!!! So be prepared to loose your money & get a tongue lashing for having any courtesy if you are thinking of booking with them would be my advice!!!!"

Kira reviewed: Copper wire jewellery making at Madeley, Cheshire - do not make live calendar incorrect

"I had this course bought for me as a birthday gift and it’s been one of the best experiences I’ve done. Kami was warm and welcoming and very multi skilled. I was able to make my very own beautiful ring which I’m really proud of and I will definitely be returning to make a matching necklace. Great company, lovely teacher and very relaxed atmosphere."

Mya Designs responded:

"Thanks for an awesome review. Kira, you're a natural with your creative skills. So glad you learnt so much and hope it's another string to your bow! Yes you're welcome to book again anytime and I'm looking forward to it xx"

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

"I attended this course held by Sid. I'm a complete novice when it comes to cameras. Sid was a wonderful teacher, patient and attentive to each person. He was clear with instructions and gave all of us individual time also. The group size of 6 was just right. The setting at Dartington Hall was beautiful. I highly recommend this course. Thank you ?"

Going Digital Devon and Cornwall responded:

"Jane thank you so much for your kind words. It is so rewarding to receive such positive feedback and greatly appreciated. I hope to see you again soon on another workshop..."

Leigh Oliver reviewed: Powertex Stone Art Clay Hare (medium) Sculpture - by Inky Escapades

"I attended the course on 12th January 2020. I am a complete novice to all things craft, so starting from a blank canvas as far as my skill set is concerned. Karen took us through, step by step how to build our masterpiece, not just explaining how but showing us how, which was extremely useful. The course was well run and suited all abilities with each of us producing a decorative piece for our gardens. Karen's attention to detail throughout was fabulous and she was very supportive. The workshop was a perfect creative environment and everything I needed was provided. A lot of thought and imagination had gone into running this course and it showed in the final results. I would recommend this course to anyone who just wants to give something new/different a go. With such an inspirational teacher everyone will produce something amazing!"

Inky Escapades responded:

"Why Thank you Leigh for your very kind words The Owl is such a lovely subject I love helping people to create such a lovely garden sculpture I am very glad you enjoyed your day and I hope you get great enjoyment from looking at the beautiful Owl you created. Well done and I hope to see you for another Powertex Workshop some time in the future Kind Regards Karen Hewitt"

Denise Roberts reviewed: Bespoke Interlined Curtains

"Janet arranged to do two courses in one day, the interlined Roman Blinds and Interlined Curtains. Busy day but learnt a great deal. The comprehensive notes she gives you to take home are a great help to refer when you are flying solo ! think I have made a good friend and mentor with Janet....thanks x"

Mike reviewed: Full day leather craft workshop

"Rosanna offers a unique and personable service. I was lucky enough to be in a class of only myself and one other person and it meant the workshop was extremely productive with fantastic one to one tuition to give me a great springboard into the hobbling world of leather craft. Rosanna is very warm and welcoming with tremendous and admirable experience in leather craft. Having spent the day with her I feel very equipped to start my own projects and enjoyed my day very much - as well as being able to take away the fruits of my labour that I made under Rosanna’s very capable supervision. The cafe next door is a real bonus and provides a delicious lunch and the workshop is situated on a lovely little estate filled with all sorts of crafts and artisan shops to poke your head into, but the real gem here is the workshop on offer from Rosanna. A perfect gift for anyone crafty or wanting a gateway into Leatherwork, I cannot speak highly enough of this one day workshop! HIGHLY recommended indeed and I hope to be back soon to do her bag making course. Don’t miss out!"

Georgie Adams reviewed: Introduction to slab-building pottery workshops in Denmead

"I spent my birthday making mugs at Sally's workshop with a group of friends and we had the most wonderful day. It was lovely to learn new techniques of pottery-making and how to integrate natural patterns and textures into our creations. Sally is a passionate teacher, with a wealth of experience & has lots of great examples of her work to inspire your own ideas. She works with the energy of each student and is happy to help you tailor the workshop to fulfil your own tastes. (Some of us made mugs, others made a cat food bowl, snack bowl, etc. and we didn't all use the same technique.) Our workshop with Sally was so relaxing and filled with joy and laughter. We couldn't wait to go back for the second session, in which we decorated our mugs (after being fired) and when we did, we had another memorable time together. We're already planning the next visit! I highly recommend visiting Sally Mareike Ceramics for a peaceful, fun, creative and tech-free afternoon. It's time we learnt how to get our hands dirty again!"

Sally Mareike Ceramics responded:

"Thanks Georgie! It was so much fun with you guys. I'm so glad you all enjoyed it and that you love your beautiful pots too!"

Wood Turning reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"I did this course in September. It is intense and the day is packed, but you learn so much. I came away with a small bowl, which was finished off by Mark and I have been honest when I have shown people. Mark knows his stuff and you will leave knowing all you need to get going. But expect to have to concentrate a lot, fine if you are used to it."

Kay Stowell reviewed: Boat making day using the technique of sgraffito on coloured glass

"Very enjoyable and educational day spent with Brian. Brian is generous with his wealth knowledge in all areas of glass and it was inspiring working in his lovely studio. It was great to learn a new technique and thoroughly please with my boat. Can't wait for my finish boat to arrive after firing."

Sasha reviewed: Creative Being: Intuitive mark making with mixed-media and collage

"Dolly holds such a rich and potent space, yet in such a gentle and understated way. During the workshop I found deeper feelings, desires and patterns I have in life becoming obvious to me and what my being needs to do to satisfy or change them. I found it really interesting that I had no 'plan' to find out these things, I just went with Dolly's guidance which was clear and yet invited so much freedom, I was just having fun, exploring and enjoying myself....and then there it was!"

Amanda reviewed: Creative Being: Intuitive mark making with mixed-media and collage

"As a novice to paint and making marks on paper I am delighted to discover that I can do this and find depth in my work that I could not have conceived outside of this process."

Biz reviewed: Creative Being: Intuitive mark making with mixed-media and collage

"Pure, unadulterated joy! Perfect amount of facilitation and guidance. Great range of tools and techniques to learn. Good pace of one activity to the other. Great location, good music, delicious lunches beautifully presented."

P David reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"A super day learning about the skills used in upholstery and producing my first small piece of upholstered furniture . Sarah is a passionate and knowledgable teacher who demonstrates, supports and guides you to develop your upholstery skills in a lovely well equipped environment. A thoroughly enjoyable day and I will be going back!"