Latest reviews

Claudia reviewed: An introduction to hand embroidery : sew your own hoop art

"A really fun way to learn a new skill from an excellent teacher! I really enjoyed my session and was very pleased with my creation even though I had no prior experience. Highly recommended!"

Gina Jennings reviewed: Ceramic sculpture for all abilities in Kent

"A great introduction to working with clay, sculpture and just how much it takes to start this interest. Also an interesting introduction to sculpture of different kinds. Brenda is practical and encouraging. Although this was my first foray into sculpture, many of the other course participants were much more experienced and I was able to learn from them too. I thoroughly recommend the experience!"

Brenda Burgess Arts responded:

"Hello Gina, Thanks so much for your really kind remarks and I look forward to seeing you at Godinton."

Donna reviewed: Stacking rings Warwickshire

"I really enjoyed the relaxed but productive day. Kate was open and friendly and I felt very comfortable asking for help when needed. I came away confident and very pleased with my rings. Thank you Kate for a really interesting day."

Paula Medcalf reviewed: Textile still life workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed this workshop which was like a breath of fresh air. It was relaxed and fun but also informative and taught me a lot about using different fabrics to create a picture using only scissors and a sewing machine. It was very satisfying to leave with a piece of work that was almost complete and I now feel much more confident in experimenting further at home. Imogen is a very supportive teacher and guided me through the process, offering suggestions when needed. We also had a delicious lunch! If you like playing around with fabrics you will enjoy this. I will definitely be making a return visit."

Susan reviewed: Beginners Candle Making Course

"I enjoyed earning how to make soy candles and blend fragrances. Paula is an excellent host who explained the process in easy to understand steps."

Old Bexley Soap & Candle Co. responded:

"Thank you!"

Sally Taylor reviewed: Wire sculpture course - birds in East Yorkshire

"A really interesting day and thanks to great support from Susan I came away with a recognisable owl! The cake and biscuits were delicious too."

Sheila reviewed: 10- week Introduction to Soft Pastels online zoom art course with live tuition. Suitable for complete beginners and people with some experience in Art.

"Raya Brown is a inspirational teacher and a talented Artist. I just can not believe how far I have come in just a few weeks. I just love coming to her classes each week. She takes you from the basics of drawing through to using layers of colour to create tone when drawing from life. I feel as if she has made my life so much more interesting than it ever was. Thank you Raya."

Sheila reviewed: Introduction to Soft Pastels 10-week face-to-face art course in Kidderminster West Midlands

"Raya Brown is a inspirational teacher and a talented Artist. I just can not believe how far I have come in just a few weeks. I just love coming to her classes each week. She takes you from the basics of drawing through to using layers of colour to create tone when drawing from life. I feel as if she has made my life so much more interesting than it ever was. Thank you Raya."

Tracey Halls reviewed: 2 day Linocut Printing Course

"I hadn’t had chance to do any Lino print making since college so when searching to find a course that was comprehensive and informal I was pleased to find this course. Annette the lady who runs the course is lovely and welcoming, with so much experience and a wealth of knowledge in print making and design I was able to discover my love of Lino printing all over again. The course is structured over two days with just two students so you are able to have one to one tutoring. Annette takes you through all of the different tools, inks fabrics, her beautiful studio is like an Aladdin’s cave full of lovely material and textiles so she encourages you to try out as many different ideas as you like. At the end of the two days you leave with your lovely creations wishing you had another two days! We were so well looked after by Annette and I and the other student left buzzing full of ideas, I cannot recommend this course enough and I fully intend on booking myself on further courses."

Adrian reviewed: Contemporary stool making weekend course

"Best Christmas present ever! A fantastic two days in a stunning setting. Ambrose expertly, calmly and patiently led our group to learn completely new skills to craft a lovely and very usable piece of furniture from nowt but rough hewn pieces of ash from his woods. It was such a joy to use excellent quality hand tools, the use of which we all picked up quickly after Ambrose's clear demonstrations and continual encouragement while allowing us to get on with it in our own styles. The group produced seven similar but all different beautiful stools in a friendly atmosphere including some amusing tales over Ambrose's sister's delicious soups at lunchtime and cakes at the end. I will be back!"

Christina Edgren Bawden reviewed: Learn to carve wooden spoons, beginners and improvers

"Fantastic course suitable for beginners and improvers. It really helped me get my head around the techniques that can’t be understood from looking at videos or reading books. The yurt was a great location and the tools provided on the day were well looked after. I highly recommend this course."

Joe Spence reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I really enjoyed this course, the teaching and support from Ade & Andy was great and enabled everyone to make something really good to take home. Debbie provided us with tea, cakes and lunch to keep us hammering through the day. Thankyou!"

Mr &Mrs Jim & Geraldine Towersey reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"Obviously this is an automated request! We emailed an enquiry about the course in December 2018 direct. We received an automated reply from yourselves, telling us the tutor’s would get in touch. We did not here from anybody which we thought was a little rude...so we can not give you an opinion about the course, except we sacked it off in the end."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Hi I hope you received my apologies through your email in that I explained that I didn't receive your request for information. Please let me known if you are still interested in our course by telephone 07519931784 Thank You. Helen"

Gill Thornton reviewed: Green Man stone carving in Yorkshire

"I am still waiting for a reply to my enquiry to book this course. I have had an email asking me to review the course but I haven’t been able to attend yet due to lack of communication back so far."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"I have been in contact via email with this person and I have told them that I didn't receive a request for information and that I would like to apologise for the lack of communication . Helen"

Carol Hewings reviewed: Morning and Afternoon Art Classes for adults - Exeter

"I have just finished my second term with ColourWheel and have signed up for another. I look forward to every Tuesday and am never disappointed. I learn something new every week and am constantly surprised at what I can achieve with the right guidance and support. Joanne and Chloe work incredibly hard to create a perfect environment for relaxed learning. Whatever stress is going on in my work and home life I find it starts to disappear as soon as I start my drive over to Ide. I find the whole experience immersive and restorative. To anyone who is thinking about doing the course I would say 'just do it', you won't be disappointed. Money very well spent. Lovely, friendly people, everything provided and a beautiful venue. What more could you ask for?"

ColourWheel Exeter responded:

"Thank you very much for your kind words Carol. It has been a pleasure to get to know you over the weeks and watch you grow in confidence and seeing your art skills develop and grow. Looking forward to seeing you on the next course."

Lesley Golby reviewed: Silver clay Warwickshire

"Second course with Kate. The first was stacking rings. Wow!, silver clay is a delight to work with and the only limitations are your imagination. Kate was as helpful and informative as ever. I came away with some beautiful jewellery and the confidence to order a kit to continue creating at home. I would highly recommend Kate's craft courses."

Janice Critchley reviewed: Business candle making workshop - one to one

"What a fantastic course Kerry holds. Very informative with lots of advice on pros and cons. Masses of information. All the advice I needed to make my first candles. Lovely lady, fab facilities. This workshop has given me the confidence to start making and selling. Would highly recommend to everyone x"

Wendy Moir reviewed: Melt and Pour Soap Making Workshop at the Rural Skills Centre Cardiff

"Highly recommend this course. Enjoyed a fabulous afternoon at this wonderful venue. Jill is an excellent tutor and gives you such a warm welcome. Very well organised course and came away with comprehensive notes which had been put together really well with binding. Clearly much thought had gone into the presentation. The shortbread and cake were fantastic. Thankyou Jill. I will definately be booking onto another course."

Dawn Pearson reviewed: Embroidery : silk ribbon flowers

"Lisa is a great tutor and has inspired us greatly. I would highly recommend the course. We had a delightful afternoon, nothing was too much trouble. Looking forward to further courses! Our thanks, Dawn and Rona"

Wendy Moir reviewed: Introductory soap making workshop

"Excellent course and great support from Nic and Ben. Both worked really hard to ensure we had an great time and learnt lots. Really looking forward to another course I've booked next month. Wendy"

Boo Cottage Botanicals responded:

"Hi Wendy, Thank you so much for your lovely review! Really pleased you enjoyed the workshop and we look forward to seeing you again next month. Best wishes, Nic"

petra reviewed: Introducing Macrame Knots and Intricate Designs

"I had a wonderful afternoon with Mary knotting and nattering! She is a master of this great craft. I already had a basic understanding of some of the knots which enabled us to jump ahead to knots I was unfamiliar with and by the end of our session I had accomplished them! You tube is great for learning but its so good to get away from the screen and learn first hand.Thank you Mary"

Glenn Hickling reviewed: Beginners Pottery Day Course

"It was, without doubt, one of the best things I've ever done, spending a day with my wife throwing pots under the expert eye of Matthew. He is an incredible teacher, by the fourth pot I actually felt pretty confident on the wheel and got great results that we will actually use day to day in our home. Can't wait to eat noodles out of a bowl I threw myself. He made the day such fun too. If you want a pottery experience with solid results to remember the day by, choose Matthew. And where better to do it than at The Potteries?"

Dimbleby Ceramics - Studio Pottery Courses responded:

"Hi Glenn, Thank you for such a great review and I had a fantastic day teach both of you. It was amazing how much progress that you both made in such a short time and the quality of the forms that you both produced. Your pots are now drying and will be fired shortly, I will be in touch as soon as they are ready to collect. Best wishes Mathew"

Mrs Jump reviewed: South African National Quilt Festival

"Superb holiday"

Mrs Hower reviewed: South African National Quilt Festival

"The African Cape was a highlight for me. Organisation, planning and ability to make the group happy was wonderful. Thank you everyone at Arena."

Mrs North reviewed: South African National Quilt Festival

"Overall excellent, perfect mix of organised time, interesting travel and free space. Local guide and driver exceptionally good."