Latest reviews

Iain McDowall reviewed: Fine-furniture making course - floating shelf day course in Cheshire

"I found the course excellent. David is a very good and knowledgeable teacher. The one day course gave me more than just a floating shelf. It gave me an introduction to new woodworking skills and the confidence to develop them further."

Edna reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I'm reflecting on the tortoise and the hare. I have had two sessions recently where we have mulled over the design details of my work with some practice put in for good measure. Whilst the number of completed items may be small the devil has certainly been in the detail. If I had run ahead to complete pieces they would certainly not have turned out to be so magnificent as they have with Lucy's steady and collaborative approach with gentle questioning of my reasoning has made the difference between an average and a master class. With Lucy you have a grand master. I have already booked my next class."

Maxine Edwards reviewed: Silver Clay Jewellery Course

"Really good course! Thoroughly enjoyed it! The teacher pitched the course at just the right level! I would recommend it!"

Tom Moriarty reviewed: All inclusive artisan baking weekend in Devon

"We had a fantastic weekend with Penny and Dragan - lots of fun, laughter, learning, great food and, of course, baking! I'm really excited to put what I've learnt into practice and for the first time feel really confident with sourdough and viennoiserie. For me being taught by actual people was so important - you just can't get the same feel for dough and breadmaking from books. I took the course while my wife stayed as a B&B guest - their cottage is very comfortable. We felt very much at home over the two days and really enjoyed Penny's wonderful cooking. Penny and Dragan are great teachers - they are knowledgeable, welcoming, patient and passionate, and I would highly recommend their courses to anyone who wants to take their baking to the next level."

Grace Simpson reviewed: Wreath Making with Amanda Thirlby

"Fantastic day! Amanda was a great tutor and provided us with a nice variety of options. We even had time to make a second piece! Would definitely recommend!"

Sue Williams reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"I had a fantastic day with Elaine , being a beginner Elaine was very patient and easy to understand her instruction , I would recommend these courses to anyone . I have now bought my own wheel and fleece to start at home after one days tuition . I have made a friend as well ."

Sally Gray reviewed: The Suffolk Silk Scarf Painting Workshops at The Arty Silkworm - Fabulously Creative

"What a wonderful day. Set in a beautiful home in the Suffolk countryside, Ruth shows you lots of different techniques to enable you to make a beautiful silk scarf. The range of colours and effects is wonderful and everyone produced a lovely scarf to take home."

Michelle reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"My daughter and i really enjoyed this course. Learnt how to do it properly. I highly recomend."

Caroline Morris reviewed: Felting Christmas party with 2 Inspire You

"A fantastic day! Rachel was a wonderful teacher and so welcoming. My friend and I had a great time and even as absolute beginners created some lovely decorations. It was so therapeutic and enjoyable. I would highly recommend. Thanks so much? x"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed yourself so much and you certainly had a productive day! I hope that you have had as much success at home with the supplies you bought at the end of the day! Hope to see you again in the new year. Rach"

Lynda Gibbs reviewed: Intermediate glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"The two days went so quickly doing this course. I learnt so much in such a short space of time. I would highly recommend doing this course to anyone before considering getting a kiln of their own. I have done both the basic fusing and intermediate ( with a discount of 10% after completion of one course). Great facilities and a brilliant teacher."

Karen Brooke reviewed: Copper foiling at the Cheshire School of Glass

"I had a wonderful day with Steph at The Cheshire school of Glass. This course was excellent and Steph is a great teacher. She is very encouraging and patient. I would highly recommend this course to anyone. The studio has a lovely barn conversion warmth about it, which was a pleasure to work in."

David Heppell reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"A box making course! What do you have at the end? A box of course. But I wouldn't have expected to make a beautiful oak box (with dovetail joints) and with an elm lid (with lovely graining) supported on hidden pin hinges. Mark and Richard were excellent as they supported and guided each of us in making a box of our choice. Maybe this should be called an introduction to cabinet making for absolute beginners. Excellent!"

Denise reviewed: Introduction to creative floorloom weaving

"This was an excellent course, well taught and rewarding"

Silvia Siret reviewed: Peaceful Buddha sculpture - Powertex craft workshop

"I was thrilled when I found out about the Powertex Buddha Workshop. Not only had I seen Vicky's own creation (and I was ready to buy it from her), but also excited about learning another arty skill. I love Vicky's guidance and how she holds space, her creativity and inspiration. Within only 4 hours I made my own Buddha, and I totally love it. It's actually not too difficult, just quite work-intensive and sometimes a little fiddly, but no accuracy or skill is required, really. We were a lovely little group of 5, including a 10-year old who created an extraordinarily beautiful Buddha. Loved it, and will definitely come back."

Sue Owen reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"I really enjoy coming to the course. Martin is a very good teacher and is always really helpful with whatever projects we are working on."

Laura Mitchell reviewed: Sewing lessons

"I came in to learn how to fix my t-shirt, but ended up learning so much that I came back for the craft sessions. Ive customised and upcycled loads of things from my wardrobe! Really fun and welcoming space :)"

Lee Hannam reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"Thank you so much for last week's course, a truly wonderful weeks journey of shared knowledge and wisdom. The space was held gently and openly as we co-created our pigments and paint and put compass to paper. I feel re-enlivened to colour and to art. Every time I stir my morning coffee I am reminded - clockwise, clockwise!"

ANN reviewed: Glass blowing experience, blow your own Christmas bauble

"Did this class yesterday and the only word I can use is "awesome". Charlotte is very enthusiastic and is great at explaining what to do, and why. I would definitely recommend this class."

Holly Tofield reviewed: Wreath Making with Amanda Thirlby

"Fantastic course - really well explained and lovely quality foliage to create our beautiful wreathes. Amanda was a very friendly and the studio was a perfect space to create our wreaths - I'll definitely be re-boking next year!"

Gavin reviewed: Make a Windsor chair

"I absolutely loved this course, Ben is a great teacher, if you’re thinking about making something with your own hands (completely hand-made) then you’ll be choosing the right place. Ben is on hand at all times to show you how to do each part of the piece of furniture, you don’t need any previous experience as every detail is explained beautifully. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this course and furthermore will be going back to make something else! Good luck and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Gavin - (chair making course autumn 2018)"

Pam Sangster reviewed: Clay life modelling weekend with Karin Ort

"Just spent a Fab couple of days at the Phoenix studio which is a lovely purpose built facility in peaceful surroundings. Karin is an excellent tutor, very patient and knowledgeable with a good eye for detail. Highly recommended."

The Phoenix Studio responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review and for coming for yet another course with us Pam, sorry to have missed you this time. Hope you have a lovely Christmas! James x"

Michele Etherton reviewed: Silver clay jewellery making

"Really good day spent learning a new skill, excellent lunch included as well as all materials. Leave the day with a nice unique silver piece you have made yourself what could be nicer."

Barb P reviewed: Monday Stained Glass (Daytime)

"Love Yolanda's enthusiasm and energy! She creates a relaxed and friendly but highly creative atmosphere in her workshops."

Mike Dustan reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"I was given vouchers for a 2 day course, Mark was brilliant, I had not touched wood since school (45 yrs) he was so patient, and explained everything in a way that I could understand. Mark is a passionate bloke regarding wood turning and a bit of the passion rubs off. I would highly recommend any one of any experience level to have Mark as an instructor. Thanks Mark"

Deb Mills reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"I wanted to make something special for my late husband’s ashes. It was a rollercoaster of emotions for me doing this and to be honest my head was like treacle but with a lot of help and encouragement from Mark & Richard I’ve made the most beautiful box and I think he’d be proud of me. It was a lovely weekend and they give me a lot of support, the other 3 people doing the course were great too! I’d really recommend anyone to have a go, if I can do it anybody can. I wish I could post a picture of my fabulous box!"