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9 Apr 17'

David Billett reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"The course, this time on Garden Flowers, was my third, and I was again well pleased with my efforts. Adrian and Andy, as always, gave expert tuition and enthusiastic support, while Debbie provided superb sustenance. The social atmosphere created by the participants enhances the enjoyment of the day. I will be seeking a reason to return and thoroughly recommend the experience."

9 Apr 17'

Jane reviewed: Beginners candle making workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"A wonderful fun, informative course, thoroughly enjoyed ! Thankyou"

9 Apr 17'

Martin Marks reviewed: Woodturning in Devon with Colin Simpson

"Great day. Would not hesitate to recommend course. Far exceeded my expectation. Excellent and patient teacher. Day was given as Birthday gift. Had not turned before but now feel confident to use lathe and sharpen tools."

9 Apr 17'

Iain Laurie reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"We had a really excellent day doing glass fusion. Lovely place, great teaching, very nice people and got to make 5 coasters and a bowl. I bought it for my wife as a Christmas present, and I can recommend doing this as a gift for someone, she loved it and we have some beautiful items to show for it, plus some less beautiful ones that I made. Thrilled with the whole thing."

9 Apr 17'

Tarl Bruton reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Nigel flawlessly managed to teach three of us at once, the smoothness of his teaching allowed for all three of us to learn the basics then make four very different things (each) in one day. Personally, Nigel was very welcoming, a super interesting guy with a myriad of amazing and quirky stories that he wove seamlessly in with teaching us. The grounds of the forge were beautiful too, peacocks watched me from the trees as I went exploring over the stream and through the woods, looking out for all the weird and wonderful creations Nigel has made over the years. I will definitely be coming back, either to learn more skills or just to stay in one of the beautiful Shepherd's Huts. Either one alone is more than worth it!"

9 Apr 17'

Helen reviewed: Art & Craft Days - Easter Bunny Pin Cushion-Needlefelting Two Half Day Workshops

"Great 2 sessions with Lana making the bunny pin cushion. Really enjoyed the new experience and my granddaughter liked the result. Looking forward to doing another session on wet felting. Thank you once again to Brian and Julie for making it so enjoyable"

8 Apr 17'

Melanie Towne reviewed: Basic to advanced knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"Ann kindly arrived early when we rang to say we had ordered food earlier than expected. The venue is special - we sat in the old arcade at a table belonging a vintage tea shop. Ann has a lovely relaxed style of teaching which encouraged and gave confidence to my daughter who was very happy with her own progress. She soon learnt to recognise and often correct her own mistakes which is a very important and positive step as it enables the pupil to continue to develop skills when practicing alone. I am looking forward to some crocheted presents. Many thanks, Melanie"

8 Apr 17'

David Owen reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"I have been turning for just over a year, self-taught and was given a day course with Mark as a birthday gift. It was an excellent day. Mark showed me how to sharpen my tools properly and how to use them, and, importantly, how not to use them! All information was also given as a printed handout which is really useful as there is so much to take in. I feel I learned a great deal and would recommend the day to anyone, whatever level their turning as Mark will tailor the day to what you want from it."

8 Apr 17'

Melissa reviewed: Craft your signature home fragrance brand: Personalized Workshop

"This course covers everything you need to know. I can't recommend Zaga enough, she is knowledgeable,friendly, helpful and the course was so informative- I'm so excited to get started. Thank you Zaga"

8 Apr 17'

Reg Wilson reviewed: Amazing encaustic art for two people Day Course

"I recently spent a day with Phil, and although I had dabbled with the basics before, I learned so many more techniques with the various tools and hot air method. Phil made the day entertaining with his good humour, copious amounts of coffee and his knowledg of the medium. I managed to produce a few creditable images, and really enjoyed my day.....it just didn't seem long enough. Thanks Phil.....I'll be back!"

8 Apr 17'

Geoff potter reviewed: Woodturning courses ( beginners and intermediates) in Hampshire, Wiltshire & Dorset

"I have been wood turning for about a year but never had a lesson from a professional teacher,what an eye opener. I learned so much in such a short time by a very friendly talented woodturner. Apart from all of the useful tips the greatest thing I learned from Andy was finesse. At the ripe old age of eighty one i'm hooked. If any one out there is thing of having a go at woodturning do it and start with Andy Browne. Thanks Andy geoff potter"

8 Apr 17'

Jenny Lewis reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"I thoroughly enjoyed the half day course with Barbara and it has left me wanting more. The extensive resources and Barbara's encouraging teaching style gave me confidence to learn new skills. I highly recommend the experience."

8 Apr 17'

Bev Whybrow reviewed: Fused Glass Half Day

"Loved our craft making sessions with Julie, made great Christmas decorations on our first visit and beautiful jewellry on our second. Not being a crafty lady Julie is a great teacher and host a must for anyone wanting to learn something new."

8 Apr 17'

Victoria Seth reviewed: The Annie Sloan complete chair makeover Workshop at La Di Da Interiors

"What a wonderful day! Steph was extremely knowledgable and practical and a great host. I have done quite a bit of painting previously, but Steph provided lots a of new helpful hints and tips. The upholstery part was all new and great fun to learn. I came away feeling like I really achieved something. I have been recommending the day to everyone."

7 Apr 17'

Sue Taylor reviewed: Learn To Crochet On The Norfolk/Cambs Border

"I spent a lovely afternoon with my mum and a friend, learning to Crochet with Sue and Deb. Their Craft barn is a wonderful space to relax and learn, with views over the Alpacas paddock and the beautiful Norfolk countryside. Sue and Deb were very easy to learn from and their enthusiasm for Crochet was evident. The basic stitches were shown to us as a group and we then had individual tutorage as we each came to use the different stitches. The tea and biscuits were plentiful and most welcome! Half way through the session, we took a break and went out to meet the Alpacas. Sue and Deb introduced us to each of them and told us about their 'fiber' as well as their individual characteristics! I came away from my session at Primrose Alpacas and Craft School having thoroughly enjoyed learning a new skill and having had a wonderful stress-free afternoon."

7 Apr 17'

Tracy Ridley reviewed: Fused Glass Half Day

"Julie is an excellent and very patient tutor, I made a wonderful glass plaque with different types of flowers. I can highly recommend Julie who is not only extremely knowledgeable but is a very warm and friendly lady"

7 Apr 17'

Lucy reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Such an incredible day!! I requested this for my birthday gift this year because I've always loved Jolene's jewellery and thought it would be a great experience to try making for myself. My mum and 2 friends came along too and we all had just the best day! Jolene is the perfect host; providing home-made brownies, making drinks, patiently assisting and being open to our crazy jewellery suggestions! We've all come away with some incredible items and were wonderfully surprised with our own abilities and creations. Not only is this a unique way to learn a new skill, it also is great in improving confidence and for coming away with such professional looking bangles and rings! I managed to create enough jewellery to make gifts for friends whilst also having plenty for myself - it's an incredible price for an incredible day!"

7 Apr 17'

Marianne reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"It was a really enjoyable day with clear instruction, a friendly atmosphere and the freedom to explore your own ideas under the guidance of a skilled silversmith! A thoroughly enjoyable experience with lots of laughter and even cake! We used both copper and silver to make different items of jewellery, learning to solder, use the saw, add little pieces of decor and ending up with some beautiful, individual pieces. I made a bangle and some rings which I will be wearing for a very long time. Truly recommend."

7 Apr 17'

Andrew Bingham reviewed: Firebird Forge Blacksmithing School

"I had an amazing day. Mort is an excellent teacher and can help you to forge almost anything. Will certainly be recommending and going back myself."

7 Apr 17'

Joanne Lord reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Ali thank you for the fantastic smartsy arty morning. Lovely atmosphere talented lady looking forward to see the finished item in a few days. Already thinking of what todo next time have loads of ideas in my head thank you . I also agree with all the 5 star reviews above mine ."

6 Apr 17'

Paul Davison reviewed: Pottery making party in lovely seaside studio

"Booked a Pottery class for our wedding anniversary. Booking was easy with Jenny being very quick to reply. Travel, very easy to find and in a beautiful location on the coast. Parking available. Studio and Equipment, Nice little studio at the back of the garden, hot drinks and biscuits provided through out the day. The studio was well stocked with so many different tools. Pottery, We made loads of thing and Jenny was great giving us inspiration and teaching us to make lovely things. We made plates, a vase, bowl and a spoon and also got use the throwing wheel to make a few bowls each. Jenny gave us completely free choice of whatever we wanted to make. As soon as we arrived we got straight into working with the clay. We also got to paint some of our pieces. The Host, Jenny was lovely and a perfect host. We talked and laughed all day. Overall, had a great day and would defiantly go again. Cant wait to get our finished products after they have been glazed and fired."

6 Apr 17'

Ian Cairns reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"A very good course. I had no real previous wood working skills but even so managed to produce a very satisfactory box in the two days. Mark is a good tutor and along the way I picked up a lot of useful information from him on using tools and materials. Recommended."

6 Apr 17'

Derek Paxman reviewed: Woodturning courses in Hampshire - Beginners and improvers wood turning courses - Turn British, all British lathes!!

"Andy is an excellent teacher and is so happy to share any of his knowledge and best practice ideas. I spent some very valuable hours with him, expecting to get taught the basics but ended up coming with all sorts of extra ideas for my workshop and ways of using the tools. I would recommend Andy to anyone, newcomer like me or improving woodturner looking for great ideas from an innovative professional. Thanks Andy, I will start planning for my next visit! Derek Paxman"

6 Apr 17'

Jo Ross reviewed: Conscious Interior Decor; For holistic living

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day on this course with Lucy. Learning about colour schemes, patterns and textures and how to put this all together was very informative. I now have the courage and some basic principles to apply to my interior design project. We were also treated to an amazing lunch and cakes. I am really looking forward to joining you on another one of your courses. Thank you Lucy."

6 Apr 17'

Jacqui Boughton reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"Shared a great day with Elaine and two ladies from Alaska (!!) learning to spin. Thanks."