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Stu reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Given to me as a birthday present and would absolutely recommend (not just for the lunch, flapjack and cake, which were awesome). The day was great - from the start it was just get stuck in and give it a go, under Adrian and Andy’s guidance. It’s as challenging as you want to make it, great fun and really opens your eyes to what goes into working with metal - (you’ll never look at a hook the same way again), and of course you get your creations to take away. Really recommend the course and the forge. Brilliant day thanks!"

Lucie reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"I would 100% recommend this course to anyone. Me and my friend did the Saturday course and had so much fun. It is very personal and you can ask Jo anything! You get to pick your own scents for your candles and take so much stuff home that you make. I was interested in starting a little business on the side and Jo was so helpful and informative and answered all the questions I had. If you are looking to do something different and fun - I would say this is definitely the course. Thank you so much Jo for a really fab day!! Lucie xxx"

Chaz reviewed: Beginners sewing workshop - Garden sewing party with afternoon tea!

"A lovely day spend with a small group learning how to sew simple projects and rediscovering skills I hadn’t used in many years. It made me dust off the sewing machine and enjoy being creative again. And a lovely lunch provided too."

Kate reviewed: Sew a padded wine bottle bag (with divider & personalised quote) in Derbyshire

"After I lost my husband I found my evenings long and needed to find a hobby that fitted in with my 3 children and that I could enjoy perhaps every couple of months. This is where Lou comes in! I've completed a range of workshops with Lou and they have all been fantastic! Simple instructions for someone who has never sewn before or has a little more experience, lots of encouragement and guidance, a super friendly atmosphere with fabulous cake and coffee, you go away with a completed project and a night out! I am now completing projects at home and have a hobby I really enjoy. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sew Need a Drink! I'm looking forward to a workshop later this month."

Sew Need a Drink responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Kate :) Looking forward to seeing you again soon!"

Colin Woods reviewed: Woodturning courses in Hampshire - Beginners and improvers wood turning courses - Turn British, all British lathes!!

"What a fantastic day, stunning location, really good directions provided. Andy has a great workshop (man cave) and has the patience of a saint. Very quickly got hands on and covered in sawdust and had a great experience. My bowl is the best bowl ever :) Smashing lunch provided my Mrs Andy (thanks!). Lots of hints and tips, guidance, support and a helpful hand at the complicated bits. Thanks Andy, hope to come back one day. Colin"

Carole reviewed: Sew a padded wine bottle bag (with divider & personalised quote) in Derbyshire

"I love Louise’s courses. I haven’t done the wine bag, but made a number of other items. The session is so enjoyable and I come away with something I have made myself. Louise is a very good tutor, and always there to help. I met some lovely people, and there was cake to eat! I recommend Louise's classes for those who have not used a machine to those with experience."

Sew Need a Drink responded:

"Thank you for your review and amazing feedback. So pleased to hear that you have enjoyed the classes!"

Timber Turner reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Absolutely amazing day, best Christmas present ever, wish I lived nearer!!! The course was very informative and hands on (can’t wait to book again). The guys went out of their way to give me the best blacksmith experience beyond anything I thought it would be!!! Big thanks to Debbie for refreshments and lunch. Hopefully see you all soon ."

Izzi reviewed: Sew a padded wine bottle bag (with divider & personalised quote) in Derbyshire

"Sew Need a Drink courses are brilliant. I dabbled in sewing when I was younger and made some of the kids clothes and curtains etc but hadn't done anything for years. The course gave me the confidence to have another go; I made some Xmas presents and things for the house. Looking forward to the 2019 new list of courses!!"

Sew Need a Drink responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review. So pleased to hear that you enjoyed the classes. Please get in touch if you would like to find out about my upcoming classes :)"

Geoff Thiel reviewed: Alternative firing - Introduction to Naked Clay Workshop - West Sussex

"I attended the Naked Raku Intensive workshop run over one and a half days. I have done a fair bit of raku in the past but this course just proves that there is always more to you can learn! I was very pleased with the beautiful results we achieved and I have now added ferric chloride and one-step naked raku to the firings that I can try myself. John has the course timing perfect and we were kept busy from start to finish. Everyone was allowed to try the exciting bits including taking the red-hot pots out of the kiln if they wanted to! Very nice people and great food. Highly recommended."

Sarah reviewed: Sew a padded wine bottle bag (with divider & personalised quote) in Derbyshire

"I love my wine bag so much I didnt want to give it away as a present like I planned! I can't praise Sew Need a Drink workshops enough. Lou is an excellent, patient and encouraging teacher. The classes feel supportive and friendly, and there is delicious cake. You come away with a wonderful finished project which make great gifts (for myself in my case!). And there's cake! I was a complete novice before I started coming to these workshops, and I would never have imagined I could make such lovely things myself. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sew Need a Drink to anyone wanting to give sewing a go. Did I mention the cake?"

Sew Need a Drink responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review Sarah. So pleased that you enjoy the classes!"

John Sanger reviewed: Glass fusion workshop, Cardiff, Wales

"I am interested in crafts and wanted to try something different. The half day glass fusing was just what I needed. Lots of information and guidance with something worthwhile to take home afterwards. I will be going back for more."

Glass By Design responded:

"Thanks so much - Hope to see you again soon."

Susan Lucas reviewed: Saturday Silver Clay Jewellery Workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin 9.30am - 12.30pm

"What a superb workshop. Tuuli is a fantastic teacher and explained each step really well, leading to excellent results. Thank you Tuuli. We'll be back to make more."

Tuuli Parker responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback, it's greatly appreciated! I'm so glad you all enjoyed the workshop :-)"

Anonymous reviewed: Make your own green woodworking 'Shave Horse' from Oak & Ash

"Ian fitted me in at short notice with a condensed day, which worked out well for both of us I think. Fantastic day of learning yet more new skills and came away with a great new device which I was very pleased with. The only small issue now, is finding some spare cash for all the new tools I want to buy. Well recommended and a good development from the rustic stool course for those wanting to learn a bit more."

Julie reviewed: Stained glass beginners workshop, Cardiff, Wales

"I was given a one day stained glass workshop voucher as a birthday present. It was a wonderful day learning a new skill with lunch thrown in as a bonus. I felt a great sense of achievement taking my finished piece home at the end of the day! Thoroughly recommend!"

Glass By Design responded:

"Thanks so much - A Birthday gift you will never forget!"

Alison Martin reviewed: Silver ring making - at your house!

"Loved this course! Tracey was really great, informative, professional and fun. She knows her stuff and will help you make a piece of jewellery you will love. We all came away with a silver ring we were very pleased with. Couldn’t fault it and would definitely recommend."

Tricia reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"Another satisfying day making jewellery with Lucy’s expert and patient tuition. I didn’t know there was so much to know about stone setting! Trev and I are delighted with our pendants and looking forward to learning more skills in Lucy’s lovely workshop. The coffee also comes highly recommended! Lucy ensures that her students are enjoying their day and getting the best from it on all levels."

Pam reviewed: Table Loom Weaving Workshop - Dobby & Rose

"I received my weaving workshop as a Christmas present from my husband. It only took a few hints for him to get the idea! I'd seen Rebecca at Farnham Maltings and her enthusiasm for weaving fired my curiosity. I wasn't disappointed! I spent a delightful morning learning to weave at Rebecca's studio. I'm very happy with the fabric I created and plan to make it into a unique makeup bag as soon as time permits!"

Lyn Lawrence reviewed: Indigo & Arashi Shibori workshop

"Attended this course last Saturday in Norfolk. What a fantastic day! Lisa exudes enthusiasm for Shibori and we were soon confidently designing our own patterns. We all had excellent results proudly showing off our scarves, aprons, duvet cover, shirts etc. Don’t hesitate, sign yourself up for Lisa’s Shibori course."

Mike reviewed: Stained glass beginners workshop, Cardiff, Wales

"Had a fabulous day on the one day stained glass workshop for beginners with Angelina. She has so much patience and really made the day very enjoyable. I was amazed that I achieved so much in one day. The lunch at Foxy's Deli was also great. I will certainly do another course there soon."

Glass By Design responded:

"Many thanks. It is always lovely to see how proud everyone is when they finish the day."

Andrea Evans reviewed: Glass fusion workshop, Cardiff, Wales

"My husband bought me a one day glass fusion course as a birthday present. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and made two items to bring home with me. They have been much admired and when I look at them they are a lovely reminder of a day well spent. It is a small and intimate workshop where you are given as much support as you need. I can highly recommend."

Glass By Design responded:

"Many thanks indeed. I can think of nothing better than making your own present! A Birthday you will never forget!"

Joy Robertson reviewed: Glass fusion workshop, Cardiff, Wales

"I attended a course run by Kathy . The day exceeded all my expectations. I have previously been on a course where my finished project cracked in the kiln so I had my fingers crossed this wouldn’t happen again. I’m not the best when it comes to finding inspiration, Kathy was patient and knowledgeable enabling me to design something I’m very proud of. The finished dish sits on my dressing table; I look at it everyday and think, I made that!"

Glass By Design responded:

"Many thanks. Glad you are justly proud of what you made."

Katherine reviewed: Glass fusion workshop, Cardiff, Wales

"I had a wonderful day with Angelina learning how to make a fuse glass dish. Her tuition was excellent and I was delighted with my finished piece when I picked it up a few days later. Hoping to book another course at Glass by Design later in the year."

Glass By Design responded:

"Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed your time with us."

Barbara reviewed: Residential two day machine embroidery workshop

"I learned so much from Ruth about how to navigate my sewing machine to make it work for me on free motion techniques. The time went too quickly but I brought home with me 3 samples of things that I have never tried or completed before. My family were really complimentary about my work. Ruth made me feel right at home, her home is so lovely and vibrant with colour and her food is excellent. The bed was very comfy and the duvet luxuriously warm. I would definitely recommend."

christine stafford reviewed: Stained glass beginners workshop, Cardiff, Wales

"Had a thoroughly enjoyable day. Angelina made the day fun, but also made sure that we all went home with a piece of work to be proud of. I'd highly recommend trying ones of the courses. I'm looking forward to trying another course in the near future."

Glass By Design responded:

"Thanks so much. So glad you enjoyed your day with us."

Menna Lloyd reviewed: Glass fusion workshop, Cardiff, Wales

"Thoroughly enjoyable session. It was so satisfying the take home my beautiful completed piece of glass work. Brilliant tuition"

Glass By Design responded:

"Many thanks, so glad you enjoyed yourself."