Latest reviews

17 Aug 17'

Donna reviewed: Free Taster Intuitive Art for Healing & Well Being art class/free group

"I love all of Kas's courses and this is another fabulous one ... the input you get from sharing work really makes you see your creativity in another light. Can't recommend enough!"

17 Aug 17'

Tracy Metcalfe reviewed: Free Taster Intuitive Art for Healing & Well Being art class/free group

"Kas has taught me to 'go with my gut' after a challenging change of direction in my life. It was not easy and I had to take a leap of faith. With Kas's guidance, therapeutic intuitive art enabled me to make sense of what what happening, and often why; there were always good reasons for change, even if we may have been fearful of them. Today I flourish. I thrive. My lifestyle is quite a bit different in someway and not so different in other ways - but more than ever I am in tune with my sense of self. Kas's short courses influence my own artistic practice as well as helping me to review the stage that I am at in the journey of life. I know instinctively now when I need to create; draw, paint, collage for insight on matters that I am not clear on, for self-care, or for my own work. Recently I have just made a big decision regarding my own teaching again - I now feel feel and sense a big period of creativity; I am also going through menopause - not an easy time - creating intuitively helps me to relax and slow down and take care of myself; I am taking part in two exhibitions in the next couple of months and I feel very creative and excited about them. Why should you do one of Kas's courses? I think they empower us. Help us grow in self-confidence. Teach us to value who we are and what we have to offer others. I am certain you will take away with you a gift that will last and continue to teach you, encourage reflection and show that you are honouring your own unique native powers."

17 Aug 17'

Maggie sevenoaks reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Fabulous location, excellent tuition, relaxed atmosphere and good fun all round"

16 Aug 17'

Lionel Hickman reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I was lucky enough to find Gerry a couple of years ago having previously carved with another group. Simply put, he is a Master Carver who is eager to pass on his considerable knowledge to all of his students. He does this by example, and patient guidance, with tuition methods that enable his students to produce work that previously they,just maybe, would not have attempted. Gerry's soft spoken approach creates a very encouraging and enjoyable carving experience every week"

16 Aug 17'

Lesley Murdoch reviewed: Mosaic class

"My husband and I have just had a wonderful 4 night break with Dawn at Red Lodge. He went cycling into the beautiful moorland whilst I had an amazing two days making a mosaic. Dawn is a great host making you feel very welcome in her lovely home. She plans her courses meticulously so that every part runs smoothly and nothing is too much trouble. Dawn is an encouraging tutor providing unlimited support and advice whilst giving you space to develop your own creativity. There are lots of examples of her work around the house and books and ideas to inspire you. In addition to her creative skills Dawn is also a great cook so we were treated to a delicious home cooked lunch and cake during the course and the breakfasts were also lovely, especially the fresh fruit salad every morning. I am now the proud owner of my own mosaic and feel completely rested and spoilt. We both agreed it was the best B and B we have ever stayed at."

16 Aug 17'

Deborah Perryer reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"What a wonderful day! Calm, relaxing environment and excellent tuition. We were made to feel at ease with as much practice as we wanted with copper wire and sheets before moving on to silver. We learnt how to cut, smooth and polish the silver and ended up with a pair of stud earrings, which everyone has admired. I would thoroughly recommend this course and will certainly be going back again. The homemade cake was delicious and a lovely touch."

16 Aug 17'

Lesley Bradley reviewed: 3 Textile Taster Courses including Sit and Stitch - Make Felt into Landscape - create your own dye samples

"Well taught and excellently paced course. Supportive atmosphere. Excellent course to get the basics and lots of ideas to move onto. Thrilled with my results."

16 Aug 17'

Linda Gifford reviewed: 3 Textile Taster Courses including Sit and Stitch - Make Felt into Landscape - create your own dye samples

"From Fleece to Felt Fabric - A really enjoyable course where we all created a landscape in felt. A lovely range of materials was provided together with source images and technique was very well explained and demonstrated"

16 Aug 17'

Tansy Tier reviewed: Silk Painting Techniques Class Full Day

"I treated my daughter to a silk painting course for a birthday present. We spent a lovely day with Constance who guided us through the various silk painting techniques whilst allowing us to explore our creativity. We came away having learned some new skills and inspired to create other works of art at home!"

16 Aug 17'

Roger Morse reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I was pleased to be able to restart wood carving on my retirement having been an occasional carver. Gerry is a very supportive teacher with the emphasis on guiding and encouraging everyone to 'do it on their own' which increases the confidence of each carver. The mutual class support is also helpful. It is clear to me everyone enjoys their weekly class and we are all more confident carvers from our tuition. Always a most enjoyable part of my week."

16 Aug 17'

BOB PAWSEY reviewed: Introduction to Spoon Carving

"I attended the course in August 2017. It was well presented & fascinating. Chris is a bright & very friendly chap, who has put a lot of thought into developing a very interesting ( and challenging) day's tuition, held in a charming & comfortable setting. I came away with a lot of knowledge , well set up to start my new hobby of spoon making."

16 Aug 17'

Kate reviewed: Encaustic Art Beginner with Michael Bossom

"I really enjoyed this course. Michael and Shona made it a very fun and accessible session so that very quickly we were all absorbed in creating and experimenting. Would throughly recommend!"

16 Aug 17'

Katie Pieczenko reviewed: Screen Printing for All - Beginners & Refreshers

"I really enjoyed my days screenprinting session with Caroline, she taught me step by step how to expose my screen and prepare for print, and provided me with all the details so that I can do it at home. A really enjoyable, hands-on day which massively helped me to refresh my knowledge and learn lots of new tips and techniques. Really useful if you want to freshen up your skills in a friendly one to one environment, highly recommended!! And really happy with my print!"

16 Aug 17'

Debs Stourton reviewed: Introduction to stone setting 2 day course

"Three of us arranged a bespoke date for the 2 day course with Jonathan and what I can say is that it was a fabulous, informative and inspiring two days. Aside from the great introduction to stone setting that it gave us, we also learned a lot about gemstones themselves. I had no idea that there were so many options and cuts available and Jonathan shared his in-depth knowledge with us and gave us great advice on buying stones, as well as different types available. He provided in depth worksheets/information guides as well as ring sizing, carat weight and gemstone charts (nicely laminated for a mucky workshop!) that I think will be invaluable in future, for both revision and general use. I can speak for us all in that we can now go ahead with confidense with basic stone setting, the process has been demysitified, and with this wonderful workshop as a solid grounding feel far more able to stone set as a part of our jewellery making attempts! Thoroughly recommend the course and the teas and coffee and biscuits and great lunches were a definite bonus too. five"

16 Aug 17'

Ellie reviewed: Beginners Dressmaking - Learn to Sew a Dungaree Dress in Wokingham

"Lovely class and LOVE my finished dungaree dress! Sheona was really friendly and helpful and I now feel much more confident with my sewing machine. Thank you!! x"

15 Aug 17'

Joanne Bibb reviewed: Beginners Dressmaking - Learn to sew a dress in a day in Wokingham

"I absolutely loved this course. To be able to complete a project in one day is great rather than commit to a few hours over several weeks. I was so proud of my dress afterwards and ordered more material that same week to make another dress. Sheona is so patient and explains things very clearly. I have been bitten by the dressmaking bug and hope to do another one of Sheona's classes."

15 Aug 17'

Ben Angus reviewed: A Practical Dry Stone Walling Workshop Central London

"What a fantastic hands on day, building dry stone walls (dsw) in a lovely community park in south London. our expert teacher, John, gave us an insight into the art of dry stone walling. Straight away we got into working with the materials and the tools and discussed the history, theory and techniques of DSW. I would really recommend getting involved in this course. It has given me knowledge and an appreciation of the art and skill of dsw, and I look forward to looking out for these great structures be they on the British hillside or even (as we found out) supporting the terraced soils of Tuscan orchards!"

15 Aug 17'

Emma Hayes reviewed: Introduction to sewing course for complete beginners! (am & pm Courses)

"I've wanted to start making my own clothes for a while but didn't know where to start, I decided to do the beginners class and glad I did. I now know how to get started and can make some basic items. I'm definitely going to do the dress making course now I feel more confident using a machine as think it is well worth it. It was also fun and was great to meet new people. Sheona was very nice and knowledgeable and will certainly be recommending sewisfaction to anyone interested in getting started or already creating their own pieces Emma x"

15 Aug 17'

Sarah reviewed: Beginners Dressmaking - Learn to sew a dress in a day in Wokingham

"I attended this class for my first attempt at dressmaking and was unsure where to start on my own. Sheona is an excellent teacher, the class was really comprehensive and she had lots of patience to ensure we were all comfortable with each stage. I am so happy with my dress and can't wait to make lots more!"

15 Aug 17'

andrew packham reviewed: Woodturning courses ( beginners and intermediates) in Hampshire, Wiltshire & Dorset

"Very good instructions and equipment, knows his stuff. Definitely recommend"

15 Aug 17'

Colin butcher reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"A brilliant day with a genuine craftsmen and instructor be prepared for a mind boggling amount of information in a very full day thanks mark for a great day Colin"

15 Aug 17'

Eve Young reviewed: Beginners Course in Blacksmithing @ Hot Milk Forge

"I attended a one day knife making course and it was excellent. I had never tried anything like this before but finished the day with a knife that I am proud of. Eamonn is an excellent teacher, really patient and explains to you how to do things and lets you get in on with it rather than just taking over, this means you learn more and you really feel that you made your item. The class numbers are small so ideal for working and learning. I would definitely recommend Eamonn's courses and I hope to be back."

15 Aug 17'

Lindsey reviewed: Realistic and Adorable Needle Felt Animals & Pets

"I attended my very first needle felting course with Sophie on Saturday and what a truly wonderful day it was too!!!! The location of her studio is idyllic and the day was spent with a group of lovely ladies making a range of felted animals. With Sophie's enthusiasm, skill and encouragement we all created our own precious "masterpiece" - something that I certainly did not imagine I could or indeed would achieve!!! To top the day Sophie's lovely mother provided the most amazing lunch for us all. I would recommend Sophie's workshops to anyone who is eager to learn needle felting - you will have a perfect day!!!"

15 Aug 17'

Val Richards reviewed: One day silver pendant and earring workshop

"Jolene is very patient and helpful as we designed and constructed our pieces. Plenty of refreshments. Thoroughly brilliant day and left feeling excited and uplifted as I walked out with some earrings and pendants. Would recommend this course to others. Don't take it too seriously; just go and enjoy and see it as a great introduction to working with copper and silver in making jewellery."

15 Aug 17'

Bahdar Shokar reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A wonderful experience of 2 days in a beautiful setting with a lovely, friendly small group of people. I learned a lot about stone sculpture and about myself in the process. Sebastian was great and his sculptures are inspiring...."