Latest reviews

9 Oct 17'

Helen R reviewed: Amazing Raku - a pottery firing with flames half day workshop with Dave Norman at Quirky Workshops, Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns

"Really enjoyable day - fun, learned something new and pleased with the results despite being very non-creative. Great Instruction."

9 Oct 17'

Terri reviewed: A stool making day

"Thanks for a really fun inspiring day! I can't wait to make more, as Claire said!! The shave horse is addictive! I can certainly feel my triceps today, and I thought I was fit !"

9 Oct 17'

Claire reviewed: A stool making day

"Thanks from us too, we loved our day, we're very proud of our stools and Terri and I are meeting this week to have a go at making some simple stools that could be made with the children. We're looking a slicing some plum to make the seats and using sticks/poles as legs. You've given us the bug and we hope to be back soon, thank you"

9 Oct 17'

Fiona reviewed: A stool making day

"Hi Eoin Thank you again for a great day on Saturday. I could not be more proud of my wee stool. I kinda knew I'd get something finished, but did not expect such a good result as I have not done anything like it before. I will certainly recommend the experience to others and also within my business customers."

9 Oct 17'

Debs Steele reviewed: Encaustic art beginners class - paint with molten wax

"Earlier this year, I attended a two-hour encaustic art workshop at the National Bee Spring Convention. As I now wished to increase my skills, I booked a one to one, full-day course with Toni. What an excellent tutorial it turned out to be. When setting up the day, I requested specific techniques and themes to be covered (seascapes and Christmas cards). Toni not only covered these areas but also taught several techniques that I had not previously tried. A very pleasant, relaxed and skilled tutor, Toni makes learning new encaustic art skills fun, informative and hugely rewarding. I certainly hope to study more encaustic art skills with her in the future. I highly recommend her."

9 Oct 17'

Susan Harper reviewed: Embroidered landscape with words, with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Such a lovely day in every way.highly recommend."

9 Oct 17'

Susan Harper reviewed: Embroidery Hanging-"Stitch for the Soul" with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Loved this course, thank you Julie"

9 Oct 17'

Alison reviewed: China Painting Workshop with artist Joy Pitt February 2018

"Had a lovely day and learnt some great things. Thank you very much"

9 Oct 17'

Alison reviewed: China Painting Workshop with artist Joy Pitt February 2018

"Lovely day and very inspiring. I will definitely buy some pens and have a go myself now. Excellent teaching"

9 Oct 17'

Karen reviewed: China Painting Workshop with artist Joy Pitt February 2018

"I've had a wonderful day. Enjoyed every minute"

9 Oct 17'

Sian reviewed: China Painting Workshop with artist Joy Pitt February 2018

"I've thoroughly enjoyed the day with an informative tutor and a good class of students. I feel inspired to have a go at home especially as it's not necessary to use a kiln to fire the finished work"

9 Oct 17'

Jamie Morgan reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"My wife purchased a 1 day training course through Mark as a surprise 44th Birthday present. I can honestly say this was the best present I could have wished for. Whilst having experience in Carpentry, I attended as a complete novice/beginner - always being interesting and talking about Woodturning but never pursuing this avenue. Mark put me at ease right from the start - having a chat over a cup of coffee prior to running through all the basics - safety, machinery, tools, sharpening - backed up with over 30 pages of course notes which we covered during the days tuition, not to mention the many "hands on" practical demonstrations/lessons which we completed. Having undertaken numerous training courses during my time in the Construction Industry, I can honestly say that Mark is by far the best training tutor I have had the privilege of working with. His experience and knowledge is second to one, not to mention his enthusiasm, patience and encouragement for the student. I came away with a wonderful turned Beech bowl which has taken pride of place in our living room, but most importantly I was able to meet and learn the basics from a true craftsman and artist in his field. Follow on correspondence and info was sent the very next day - with the suggested "shopping list" we discussed when first setting up, along with links to various local clubs, training days/courses and seminars etc - brilliant "Post training" advise and info. A big thank you Mark for a most enjoyable day and informative insight into Woodturning - now just need to get "set-up" and start practicing (any excuse to buy more tools!!!!!) Cheers, Jamie"

9 Oct 17'

Jill Gibson reviewed: Soap making

"I attended this course on 19th September 2017 with two family members. Diane was very welcoming and extremely knowledgeable, taking us all safely through each step involved in the process. We came away with a certificate for the day and a wealth of information so we could continue our soap making journey at home if we so wished. We all had great fun and produced some lovely soap, which Diane posts out to you. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in cold press soak making."

9 Oct 17'

Tony Baker reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"Peter's "Introduction to green woodworking" weekend proved to be a joy to attend. I had no experience with green wood but was amazed at how easily it was to control a draw knife and shape the legs for my small table. Peters quiet authority, experience and good humour all helped to make the weekend enjoyable and a genuine pleasure. I would recommend the course if you want to find out what it feels like to make something beautiful with your own hands, even if you have little if any woodworking experience. Thanks again Peter for a great weekend. Tony"

9 Oct 17'

Angela reviewed: Introducing Macrame Knots and Intricate Designs

"My daughter and I spent a lovely afternoon with Mary, learning how to knot a sampler. Mary is clearly very experienced in her chosen craft and an excellent tutor. She was especially supportive and patient with my daughter who often struggles to learn new crafts due to being left-handed. At the end of the session, we were both amazed at what we had managed to produce. I highly recommend this course."

8 Oct 17'

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

"Really enjoyed this class. Julie is great fun and really informative. As complete novices we got some great tips and are looking forward to making lots more candles. The afternoon tea was lovely and the atmosphere was very relaxed and friendly. Would recommend anyone to give it a go"

8 Oct 17'

Mary Dewick reviewed: Christmas Pudding - needle felting workshop with The Lady Moth

"Brilliant afternoon. The pace, structure and step by step demonstration of the session were spot on. Group size was small with lots of personal time. Zenia is a lovely, very knowledgable instructor whose enthusiasm is infectious! Would highly recommend the session. I was very happy with my robin and went home and was immediately able to make another."

8 Oct 17'

Sue Doughty reviewed: Christmas Pudding - needle felting workshop with The Lady Moth

"Thank you for a great course. A lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon. I had never needle felted before and it seemed amazing to me to see how the wool bonded together and I am thrilled with my robin. Lovely venue and group size. Great teaching. Highly recommend?"

8 Oct 17'

Lynne reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop Owl Brooch

"Attended this workshop and thoroughly enjoyed it and I love my unique pumpkin. I'm a complete beginner and was so pleased that I was able to complete an item that didn't look amateurish. The delicious homemade cake itself was worth attending for! I will definitely be back for more - I'm hooked now."

8 Oct 17'

Tom Ingall reviewed: Timber framing courses

"Really enjoyed the course. It was so inspiring to be in the woods building with a group of folk all keen to get to grips with the skills needed to timber frame with green oak. The techniques around using datum lines, references, scribing, measuring and attention to detail were fascinating. Really enjoyed the passion that John and Conor brought to the teaching and having Al playing the flute in the background made for a magical time in the woods. But the glue that binds the whole course together is Mary's catering which was superb! Thank you"

8 Oct 17'

Carol Octon reviewed: Enamelling on copper

"What a fantastic day. I have no creative skills but my daughter, who is very creative, asked me to go along with her. However, Dilys is a fantastic, patient and inspiring teacher who enabled me to produce some fantastic earrings and a pendant whilst my daughter explored a number of different techniques and made a whole range of wonderful items. It has inspired both of us to want to take up enamelling as a hobby and we will certainly be returning to have another session. Lovely little dog too!"

8 Oct 17'

Ben reviewed: Oak stool making experience - rustic carpentry & green wood work

"What a great course! Ian is a great teacher and loves what he dose. I really enjoyed it and would 100% recommend it! Thanks Ian!"

8 Oct 17'

Sorcha O'Connor reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"What a totally lovely morning I had at Kerry's candle making workshop yesterday. We were greeted with the most delicious hot chocolate with a lovely hint of orange, had a lovely chat and then got stuck into all this soy wax, wicks, scents and trimming. Once we have our candles blended and cooling out came coffee and yummy home made cake. It was such a soothing and relaxing way to spend a morning with friends. We then make scented fire lighters. Kerry's workshop was a total treat and her range of candles is fab. We'll be back again no doubt."

8 Oct 17'

Clare Dockerty reviewed: Make a casebound notebook, bookbinding workshop, Shrewsbury, Shropshire

"A great class, Naomi spends time and effort to make sure that everyone gets the very best out of the day. I thoroughly enjoyed making both of my books. Would love to see more classes in the future that can build on what we have learnt in this class."

8 Oct 17'

Selina reviewed: Needle felting with Virginia

"I attended Virginias wet felting course a complete beginner. We started with a demonstration then straight into creating our own piece. Virginia was informative, encouraging and very knowledgeable about this addictive craft. I thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience and cannot recommend enough! Thank you again and can't wait to attend another of Virginia's courses."