Latest reviews

Amanda & Gill Carver reviewed: 1-Day Jewellery Making Silver Copper Workshop for 2 people

""Such an amazing day jewellery making with Linda today. This was the second visit for myself and my mum. This time we make earrings and a necklace. Would recommend this workshop to everyone, it’s fantastic!""

Tracey reviewed: Spoon carving for beginners - morning

"Fantastic afternoon spent carving a wooden spoon - just to work with raw materials and your hands deepens your appreciation for what’s involved in making one spoon and how we take it for granted. Thanks to Stephen for allowing us all to express and encourage our individual styles in a relaxed, fun and addictive way!!! I can’t recommend it enough - I will definitely return!"

Denholm reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"Couldn't have wished for a better course to introduce me to wood turning, I had a great day with mark everything, anything and more was explained and taught. Mark shows you from the very beginning the do's and don't of essential equipment needed to start up wood turning without having a salesman have u spend your money for you to the essentials of tool care and use of them and the improvements to them for a much more professional result. Also you get a mass of information that he gives you when you leave on course notes and also takes time to email you a essential beginners/improvers list of recommended equipment and tools that you never get on courses these days....Side note mark should start a instagram account so you can see his amazing work ."

Kim Waugh reviewed: Glass Fusing and Slumping for Beginners and Improvers

"My sister and I attended a class (our second, and definately not the last!) on Saturday. Once again completely enjoyed our day, started with a little refresher on what we were doing and then Jean & Janice encouraged our creative inner selves to shine thru! As always, they were very helpful and encouraging...and the homemade soup, bread and sweets were an additional bonus! Well done ladies! If you want a great day with excellent end result - sign up here!!"

JJ Fused Glass responded:

"Thank you for this Kim. It was really nice to see you and your sister once again. You’re both so enthusiastic and receptive to the whole process, it makes our job much easier. I do hope you like your work. We look for ward to seeing you again in the future."

Jenny reviewed: Weave a scarf in a day - handloom weaving

"I had a fantastic time at the Skipton class. Really friendly and welcoming atmosphere. All 6 of us went home with lovely, individual scarves and a good base of knowledge of how to weave and potential problems to look out for. Anne was so lovely and a great teacher. I did the workshop to see if I would enjoy weaving and I came home and ordered a loom straight away, so I would say it was definitely a success!"

Jane & Steve B reviewed: Pottery/ceramics wheel throwing (full day)

"Very productive day. Good fun. Excellent tutor. We each threw, turned and decorated at least 6 pots of various sizes. Can't wait for them to be glazed & fired ready for collection. Definitely recommended Thanks Lorraine PS: Cake was delicious - Thanks Lorraine's mum"

Pippa Dore reviewed: Hand Spinning For All - Norfolk

"I had no experience of spinning prior to this course and didn’t know how I’d get on. The class was so well prepared and each step explained really well. The welcome and atmosphere was really friendly and it was easy to relax and enjoy the whole experience of learning a new craft. I loved the extra information relating to sheep breeds and different wools too. I would definitely recommend this course, I feel very lucky that I found it."

The Spinning Barn responded:

"I was delighted to help you on the start of a learning curve which involved more than spinning. Your enthusiasm reminds me of myself 20 years ago! I was so pleased to watch your quick progress and final production of two skeins on day one. I was thrilled too. So thank you so much for your wonderful review. It is really appreciated."

Tony brotherton reviewed: Beginners spoon carving taster session

"Enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere and first class instruction. Could perhaps have done with another 30 mins to progress a little further with the spoon. Otherwise a thoroughly enjoyable course and highly recommended"

Helen reviewed: Woodwork taster / pendant making course in Cheshire

"Myself and one other participant made pendants just before Christmas, with which we were delighted. It was great fun using all the equipment and Dave's teaching style is very supportive and patient. His passion shone out when he showed us his hand-made box of different woods over lunch. He is a true artist as well as craftsman, and will inspire you to be the same."

Jennie Bashforth reviewed: Upholstery weekly classes

"Karen is passionate about upholstery and is a great and inspirational teacher. The small group of four mean that you get a lot of attention from Karen in a welcoming, friendly and relaxed environment. Wednesday afternoons are the high light of my week and I would highly recommend Badger Upholstery to anyone who is thinking of taking up upholstery."

Rosie Huckle reviewed: Calligraphy: four-lesson correspondence and/or zoom courses with Gaynor Goffe

"I was really keen to reignite my passion for calligraphy having had a few lessons some years ago but then not been able to find any evening classes etc near me. I’m so pleased I finally found Gaynor - I now attend the day sessions about once a month. The sessions are in small groups and Gaynor tailors her teaching to whatever script or project you want to tackle. I’ve been able to start working towards the CLAS National Diploma. Because the sessions are so bespoke (not to mention friendly and welcoming!) I think they represent excellent value for money, and Gaynor’s skill and expertise are certainly second to none. I have progressed so much over the last year under her tutelage. I would highly recommend!"

Priscilla White reviewed: One day Mosaic workshop Moon Hare Studio, Devon

"Thank you Adela for a lovely introduction to mosiac making - the course was fun, entertaining, well prepared and allowed enough time for me to complete a project (apart from the grouting but that needs to be done 24hrs later and we were given a demo and the materials to finish). The choice of patterns to use were varied and very flexible to each persons preferences and the colour schemes they chose. Location was easy to find - only downside the tea room we had planned to visit afterwards had closed when we emerged clutching our mosaics!"

Alan Lynch reviewed: Beginners spoon carving taster session

"Thoroughly enjoyed the taster session. It was well planned and professional in delivery; explanation was clear and I’m sure everyone enjoyed the experience. It would have been good to finish the spoon but this wasn’t realistic for just over 2 hours of work. I would highly recommend the session to others."

Charlie Clay reviewed: Creating a Viking knife an introduction to forging and knife making at Bearded Pig Forge

"Absolutely loved every minute of the day! Spike was very welcoming, professional and an excellent teacher. Catered for everything throughout the day offered very good teaching tips and cues and allowed me to forge a Viking seax from scratch. Will definitely book to do another days experience loved it that much."

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

"What a lovely way to spend a gloomy Saturday in January! Tuuli was very welcoming and explained each stage of the jewellery-making process with patience and enthusiasm. Silver clay is such a forgiving material to work with and everyone was really chuffed with their final pieces. Thank you Tuuli for introducing me to such a fun, rewarding new hobby!"

Hannah reviewed: Spoon carving for beginners - morning

"Such a fabulous unique experience for anyone looking to get creative! Both my mum and I had a really enjoyable afternoon - we’re both thrilled with our spoons! Stephen is fantastic and has an infectious can-do attitude. His selection of tea is a lovely touch too! I would absolutely recommend!!"

MARGARET KELLEY reviewed: Intermediate glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"Having done a course for beginners, I wanted to learn more. The two day intermediate course was ideal. It provided me with a good mix of technical information and practical work, as well as allowing some time for homework and reflection. I was introduced to a number of techniques including complex glass cutting, casting, sand blasting, metal inclusions, silver stain and enamel work. Jenny is very enthusiastic and she made sure that I was able to carry out my designs. I came away with, what I think, are some fine pieces and desire to continue my glass explorations. The atmosphere in the studio was great and I was sorry to leave. Big thanks to Jenny and Steph for all their support!"

Bhavisha Solanki reviewed: Calligraphy: four-lesson correspondence and/or zoom courses with Gaynor Goffe

"We started this as a wedding project but have carried it on because we enjoy it so much. From day one we learnt the basics of calligraphy and were taught to write uncial script and produce a finished piece. Gaynor is a great teacher and extremely welcoming providing drinks and biscuits. We thoroughly enjoy our sessions and seeing our progress. We can't recommend Gaynor highly enough."

Bhaveek Chohan reviewed: Calligraphy workshop - half day

"Attended several times with my partner. Fantastic sessions. Always great fun. Gaynor is extremely welcoming and a fantastic host and teacher. Half a session usually gives you enough time to learn the basics of a script or go into more detail and advance on them with flourishes or perfecting spacing etc. Every session we've come out with a wealth of new knowledge and worth our 2hr return trips everytime. Fantastic price for stunning results immediately!"

Dee Aebischer reviewed: Needle felt workshop

"Yvonne's needle felting course provided welcome quiet time from the busy life I normally lead. She brought a great selection of wool colours to choose from and made helpful comments and suggestions when needed. I was thrilled with the result of my felting efforts."

Barry reviewed: Full Day Woodturning tuition from Registered Professional Turner in Dorset, South West

"Thoroughly enjoyed my tuition day, I haven't turned for about 5 years and a family gift allowed me to meet up with Joe, a very talented and patient young man who has given me the chance to rekindle my love of the craft. Had a fantastic day with him and would love to return sometime. Many thanks."

Joe Creed-Kaile responded:

"Thanks Barry, so glad you enjoyed your day and it was lovely to meet you."

Suzanne Coleman reviewed: Introduction To Creative Floorloom Weaving 1-5pm

"Freeweaver's Saori Taster Workshop is fabulous. Janine is very knowledgeable about the Saori weaving philosophy and techniques. Janine has a very calm and relaxed manner that puts you at ease right away. She has various Saori loom models set up, and I tried them all to see which one felt just right. She has lots of different fibers and colors for you to experiment with. If you want to buy a Saori loom (as I did), she is there to advise you, but otherwise there is no "sales talk"--it is all about the joy and experience of weaving in the Saori way. I recommend this workshop and Freeweaver very highly. Just do it--you will be so happy that you did!"

Sarah reviewed: Glass Fusing and Slumping for Beginners and Improvers

"Yesterday was my 4th time on Jean and Janice’s course, always a lovely day. There are tons of resources to get your inspiration going, and the ladies have lots of advice and knowledge to help you, when they “say less is more”, they know what there talking about ( but there’s so many wonderful resources that you will want to put everything into your work). This time we looked at some new techniques as they always try to teach you something new but you can always have refreshers on the basics or any techniques anytime. Jean and Janice always try to keep you learning new skills and try to help you create what you have in mind ( where feasible). It’s always a warm friendly atmosphere, many attendees are repeat customers and everyone always make new comers and those attending on there own feel welcome. The lunch is always fantastic home cooking and baking, the part of the day where less is more and everyone gets to have a chat which is great with the small group numbers. I’m already planning my next trip."

JJ Fused Glass responded:

"Thank you Sarah for your glowing review! It was great to see you again. Thank you for being so open to learning new techniques and trying things out. Don’t forget to follow your work on the FaceBook page and/ or instagram. We look forward to seeing you again soon."

Helen Golding reviewed: Throwing taster session

"This was a very enjoyable experience, completely accessible to me as a complete novice. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you very much."

Mark Golding reviewed: Throwing taster session

"Thank you. I had a great time!"