Latest reviews

1 Sep 17'

Angela reviewed: Beekeeping for Beginners Course

"The bee's knees.... Booked on a whim: a spur of the moment curiosity has developed into a 'how can I...' My general interest in nature & entomology was fired up by this wonderful introduction to bee-keeping. A purpose made facility in tranquil surroundings; a professional and informative session; and the warmest of welcomes from Jez, Caroline & the team. Thank you :honeybee:"

1 Sep 17'

Ben reviewed: Beekeeping for Beginners Course

"What a great course !! Made to feel so welcome and the day ran like clockwork. Jez and the team were very informative and the day gave me a great start to my bee keeping journey. Food and drinks all day were superb , I highly recommend this day out :thumbsup::thumbsup:"

1 Sep 17'

Fiona Limburn reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"Brilliant course. Michelle was really good at showing and explaining what to do with just the right amount of help. Adored my model that I made."

1 Sep 17'

Alison reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"Fabulous course with a marvellously helpful, instructive and humerus teacher ? Loved every minute and am now proud owner of 'Wilf' the Hare!"

1 Sep 17'

Ann Halford reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"As Claire didn't have a course coming up she offered me a one to one class - an added bonus. Claire was very warm and welcoming. She was able to explain the silver clay process clearly and it was very helpful to have my many questions answered so well. She even gave me a lot of written information and useful contacts to take home for future use. I had a really enjoyable afternoon and have some new earrings too."

31 Aug 17'

Emily Sheath reviewed: Stool making course at Sallerton Wood

"Sallerton Wood is a fabulous place to immerse yourself in green woodwork for a few days, and this course is a great introduction to the tools and techniques it involves. Andy is a very patient and encouraging teacher and in a short space of time I learned a huge amount. I have come away with a wonderful piece of furniture that has taken pride of place in my living room. Thanks so much to Andy and Jane for your kind hospitality - I hope to return soon to take on the challenge of making a chair!"

31 Aug 17'

Chris Nannery reviewed: Glass Art - two day course in stained glass (traditional leaded or copper foil "Tiffany" technique)

"Couldn't have had a better day. Just home from my introduction to glass appliqué day with Mattt. From my initial enquiry to bringing home my finished project I couldn't have had a kinder, patient or or more encouraging tutor. I was made to feel very at home, built my confidence and learnt masses. I will be going back for another course later in the year and that is because I want to learn more, although the lunch and chat also help!"

31 Aug 17'

Timmy reviewed: Flamework/Lampwork beads taster 1 person or limited Special price for 2

"Great afternoon, great value, great company, great teaching and GREAT BEADS, I surprised myself. Will be getting the family to have a go. Great Big thanks."

31 Aug 17'

Tracy Walker reviewed: Needle-felting course with FURZIE - Forge Mill Needle Museum, Redditch

"First felting course with Furzie. Great experience and really informative. Really good fun and learnt lots!"

31 Aug 17'

Felicity reviewed: Make a Windsor chair

"Ben’s chair course was absolutely brilliant. It’s a great way to spend the evening, learning about green woodworking and putting your new found knowledge into practice. Each session passed in the blink of an eye, all the while having a good laugh. Ben’s a great teacher, and if you get stuck will help you out as much as needed, all with a smile. I’d recommend this without hesitation, and second the many positive comments in the other reviews."

31 Aug 17'

Danila Giannetto reviewed: 10 week silver jewellery course

"I cannot recommend the course highly enough. Lucy is a great tutor who does an excellent job of sharing her knowledge and teaching silversmithing techniques. The studio is bright, comfortable and very well equipped."

31 Aug 17'

Amanda reviewed: Blacksmith experience day in Tilford, Surrey

"I cannot recommend this fantastic experience more highly. We had so much fun learning the basics of blacksmithing from Neil who was friendly, encouraging, helpful, knowledgeable and patient! We love the pieces we made and look forward to planning a return trip!"

31 Aug 17'

Allen Lee reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"Really really good couple of days with Alex. Proper hands on course. No classroom stuff just a great style of teaching through years of experience. Alex puts you at ease with the tools and the processes from the word go. You look at options on the best way to make something and overcome any hiccups on the way. You get stuck in from the word go and every bit of it is interesting. You choose a design (I wanted to make a billhook which involved a lot of different processes and loads of hammering) and look at whether it is possible. Then you make it using Alex' expert tuition and muscles you've forgotten exist. It delivered exactly what I hoped. Great fun. Ive been recommending the course to all of my freinds. Still smiling two weeks later."

30 Aug 17'

Bruce Scholfield reviewed: Leather Workshop One - on - One

"A brilliant , well organised day. Very inspiring for me to do more leatherwork. Sarah is very knowledgable and happy to share her ideas and skill. Highly reccomended"

30 Aug 17'

Matthew reviewed: Whittling course

"Aug 17 Great course - just 4 of us so very personal. Everything provided in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Plenty of breaks for tea / coffee, great lunch all homemade. Results from the day far exceed my expectations - would highly recommend"

30 Aug 17'

sophie reviewed: Lampwork Bead Making in the flame. VERY VERY Special Offer for 2 people

"Back for more.Kim gave me brilliant instruction so as to make specific beads this session, last time i was addicted. Everything in the studio is set up so well to feel relaxed and achieve. The choice is enormous and you can use all the materials you like even the silver and copper."

30 Aug 17'

Julia reviewed: Lampwork Bead Making in the flame. VERY VERY Special Offer for 2 people

"I spent such a happy afternoon with my teenage son doing this. We both made lots of lovely beads and really enjoyed ourselves. We both came away with lovely things. I'd definitely recommend it."

30 Aug 17'

Emma Chatterton reviewed: Fused glass coaster or dish workshop, Stourbridge

"I really enjoyed this class. Jane is a great teacher and a lovely person. She makes you feel relaxed and the environment is creative and comfortable. I was so pleased with how much I learnt, especially since I'm a complete novice! I can't believe I made my coasters and neither do my friends when they pop round for a brew and use them!"

30 Aug 17'

Heather Gregory reviewed: Beginners Weaving with the Rigid Heddle Loom - at All in a Spin

"I came to the course to accompany a friend who wished to do the rigid heddle weaving course and thoroughly enjoyed the day. Dunja is a lovely, patient and helpful teacher who clearly loves her job. I managed a table runner, and have now done the finishing touches and for a first effort am pleased with the result. A relaxing day learning a new skill and the views from the farm are beautiful."

30 Aug 17'

Richard Moody reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"Hi Jason. I cannot fault the course in any way. The setting is wonderful and the work space quirky yet entirely functional for its purpose. As a complete novice to be able to make a lovely piece of hand crafted leather in a day was amazing! The different techniques used helped me to develop my skills In a very practical way. The course runs at a relaxed yet purposeful way and your input from start to finish was presented in a friendly yet knowledgeable way. You can't help but come away feeling you have learnt and achieved so much. Thanks for a great experience."

30 Aug 17'

Jill Ross reviewed: Beginners Weaving with the Rigid Heddle Loom - at All in a Spin

"Recently had a lovely relaxing day learning to weave on the rigid heddle loom. Hadn't used one before. It was fascinating to learn how to set up the loom, choose the yarns and design and make a scarf and it was all done in a day. Beautiful surroundings too - very peaceful. Would thoroughly recommend the course and Dunja, the very patient tutor, to anyone who wishes to try this lovely craft."

30 Aug 17'

Marie Wyatt reviewed: Fused glass art experience - no cutting required - Your own venue

"I was looking for a glass crafting activity for a reasonable price and came across this glass fusion experience online. I contacted Ros who responded very promptly and arranged a session for myself and my teenage boy. I had never done glass fusion before and it was great fun and even my teenage boy was kept incredibly entertained, with his imagination in full force especially after finding a glass piece the shape of a mustache (a child's imagination is amazing!). Ros was really friendly and accommodating, and guided us whenever we needed assistance. I would definitely recommend this experience as it is great value for money, very friendly and helpful atmosphere, great fun and you get a wonderful product at the end."

30 Aug 17'

Debbie Crookes reviewed: Fun with Felt Flowers

"My first experience of wet felting and I absolutely loved it! Nancy is a great teacher- Very calm, patient and encouraging. A very informative few hours in a beautiful environment."

30 Aug 17'

Joe dutfield reviewed: Pottery 6 Week Classes

"This is a relaxed and friendly course. Joan creates a lovely atmosphere in which to learn in her spacious home studio. Both me and my mother in law did the course. She made vases and delicate flowers and I made a selection of pottery animals. Joan allows you to make what you want whilst teaching you all the basics of pottery on the wheel and hand building. Would highly recommend. It's lots of fun and very relaxing. Lots of tea and biscuits too which is always a bonus."

29 Aug 17'

Fiona Cradduck reviewed: Wire & mixed media sculpture courses with James Ort

"I thoroughly enjoyed the wire and mixed media course last week and I thought we were a great creative group. Phoenix studio is in a beautiful setting and James is a very good, encouraging teacher. James showed us how to use the wire and helped everyone with their individual needs, so by the end of the two days I had learnt a great deal and achieved a pleasing sculpture. I can not think of any way the course can be improved . For me personally I was pleased that the course was mid-week rather than during a weekend so maybe keep one course a year mid-week. A wonderful course, thank you Fiona"