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18 Feb 17'

Alfred Baker reviewed: Knife making Courses Forged Blacksmith Knife

"Superb day. Recommended."

18 Feb 17'

Alan Dale reviewed: Knife making Courses Forged Blacksmith Knife

"Stuart is patient and very obliging. Great day making a handfinished article. Highly recommended."

18 Feb 17'

Kieran Td reviewed: Knife making Courses Forged Blacksmith Knife

"Had a blast and came home with the real deal. Highly recommended."

18 Feb 17'

Amy Kent reviewed: Knife making Courses Forged Blacksmith Knife

"Great day - chicks can do it too!"

18 Feb 17'

John Law reviewed: Knife making Courses Forged Blacksmith Knife

"Thoroughly enjoyable day. Great tutor."

18 Feb 17'

Jack Reacher reviewed: Knife making Courses Forged Blacksmith Knife

"Interesting and great to go home with a finished article. Recommended."

17 Feb 17'

Sue Snell reviewed: Rag rug making day in the Cotswolds

"Lovely venue at Trumpet Corner and very friendly course run by Jenni. We were a small group and chatted away to new friends whilst learning all about progging and hooking. Lots of opportunities to ask questions as we tried out techniques using different fabrics. Came away with lots of ideas and more confidence to start a project. Jenni is a real expert and it was a privilege to learn from her experience."

17 Feb 17'

Michael Baier reviewed: Learn to Turn in the Dartmoor National Park

"My wife gave me a day's wood-turning tuition with Chris as a birthday present, Having just returned I can say that I had a great time. Chris was very supportive in his instruction, gently leading me through the many tasks required to turn a block of wood into a beautiful bowl. The wife is delighted."

17 Feb 17'

Julie Jones reviewed: Mosaic workshop at Jackie Nash Art

"Thank you so much Jackie for you guidance. I absolutely am thrilled with my mosaic heart. The mirror tiles make it sparkle in my kitchen. I would definitely recommend your workshop! Jx"

17 Feb 17'

Leigh J reviewed: Beginners fabric printing two day introduction at Slamseys

"This was a really interesting course - I enjoyed coming every week and have since started to do my own printing at home! The barn is a beautiful space to work & can;t recommend enough!"

17 Feb 17'

Roslyn Whiting reviewed: Introduction to leatherwork with Armitage Leather

"I recently spent two days with Nigel in his workshop. I have been doing leatherwork for a few years but wanted to perfect my skills and learn new ones. Nigel very quickly worked out what stage I was at and ran the course at the perfect level. He was very willing to share his vast knowledge of leatherwork and suppliers. I was made to feel very relaxed and subsequently learned a great amount. He also included pattern and design process as part of the course. I found this helped me understanding the rules behind a good design. I now feel I will be able to make better quality leathergoods and designs. I look forward to having another course with Nigel sometime. I would highly recommend his courses."

17 Feb 17'

Hannah Blackledge & Harley Down reviewed: One day silver jewellery designing and making workshop

"One Day Silver Jewellery Course with Bridget Bradshaw. I booked this course for my boyfriends Christmas present. I had concerns initially as my boyfriend is a Carpenter & builds custom Harley Davidson motorbikes. So I needed a jewellery course that would be rewarding for someone who had welding experience and was interested in heavy machinery & hardy chunky bikers jewellery. This was the most perfect day for both of us. I couldn't imagine a better experience or outcome. Bridget is so friendly, welcoming, hospitable & an excellent, patient teacher. We both got so much out of our day course as well as a custom designed piece of jewellery. My boyfriend was also able to alter jewellery of his own that needed refreshing. The workshop is fantastic with everything you could ever dream up to design! Bridget will try to make it possible or suggest similar to get a desired result. This is one of the best gifts I have ever brought anyone, you will get so much out of this experience. Bridget is wonderful & very talented. A huge Thank you to Bridget. HH X"

17 Feb 17'

Jo Morrison reviewed: Woodwork joinery level 1/2/3 at The Makershed

"Brilliant course. Jenny is a great teacher who was very helpful and patient with me - a complete novice! The course allows you to work at your own pace, while still being guided every step of the way. Being instructed how to correctly use basic tools such as saw, chisel, plane is fantastic and just what I needed to know. Thoroughly enjoyed it and will definitely be signing up to some more courses soon."

17 Feb 17'

hugh bond reviewed: Woodwork joinery level 1/2/3 at The Makershed

"very enjoyable course, i learnt or revisited old skills, good facilities and relaxing atmosphere, cycling /walking to site is best transport methhod...due to parking zones hugh bond"

16 Feb 17'

Robert Tobias reviewed: Woodwork joinery level 1/2/3 at The Makershed

"Hi, I really enjoyed the course. We gained confidence using woodworking tools such as chisel, block plain, saw and many more. I liked working on a work bench, it makes a difference. Jenny, the tutor, is very patient and happy to guide your every step in the workshop. :)"

16 Feb 17'

Will Boswell reviewed: Traditional Saddle Stitching with Armitage Leather

"I came over to the UK and arranged a one day training course with Nigel, mainly focused on saddle stitching but also other leatherwork techniques too. I learned most of my skills from Nigel via his youtube channel, but this training was fantastic and worth every penny. His knowledge is vastly superior and if you have the chance to learn from him you will not be disappointed. The day was well structured, and Nigel addressed all of the items I wanted to cover, and he look at my tools and improved them too. I felt like it moved my ability on to a much higher level and I was very happy with the outcome. I'm sure it won't be my last visit."

16 Feb 17'

Ed Kroon reviewed: Whittling course

"Me and my wife went for a course at Martins beautiful house. Specially the kitchen is a special place which breathes history. A warm welcome by a friendly man. Lots of stories by a man who knows his skills. Not only his whittling, but also his cooking is great. Got me interested in something I never thought about. We really enjoyed our stay at Martins course, and we warmly recommend this course to anyone who likes working with his hands and is interested in crafts. Ed and Jolanda. Rotterdam, Holland."

16 Feb 17'

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

"I recently had a one-on-one day with Andy and, as a new-boy to wood turning, I was not disappointed. He patiently explained the craft, took me through the tools that are used and all aspects of the lathes and the other machinery that he has. He advised on the various woods used for turning, and how best to season the wood. He helped me turn a bowl during the day using a variety of tools. He also advised me on the best makes of lathes and other machinery that I should be considering for in due course, and offered to give me his opinion on any machine prior to me actually buying. I would highly recommend Andy for anybody wanting to find out about wood turning, or to improve their skills."

16 Feb 17'

Leanne Gwilliam reviewed: Mosaic workshop at Jackie Nash Art

"I had such a fabulous day, I love the mirror I made and it is now hanging on my wall for everyone to see! (My husband loved it too!). The choice of mosaics tiles was incredible - just like a sweet shop! Thank you for the advice and aupport throughout the day. I will definitely be back to do another one!"

16 Feb 17'

Donna Hale reviewed: Cold-process soap making

"Loved making the soaps. The process was explained in detail and was made very easy to follow. Catherine makes you feel very welcome and answered any questions and explained the reason for my failures in the past. You have so much choice of essential oils, colours, dried flowers and herbs to choose from. Can highly recommend anyone having a go."

16 Feb 17'

Beth Rudolf reviewed: Three day blacksmithing course

"The course was fantastic. Pete moved at our pace to ensure that we made the most of the day. Consequently we ended up making at least 3 items all of which had clearly been carefully selected to ensure that we could try out key blacksmithing skills. Despite it being our first time, under Pete's tutelage we were able to execute them so that we now have some beautiful and useful mementos of the day, plus learn how to fold, heat weld, cut and develop hammer skills. From 14 to 46 all three of us thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and would recommend this to anyone interested in blacksmithing and learning form a true enthusiast. Oh and the lunch was delicious and tailored to accommodate my peculiar dietary requirements!"

16 Feb 17'

Joanna Hawtin reviewed: Mixed Media Painting Workshop in Brighton Seaside Home

"I thoroughly enjoyed Laura's mixed media workshop. Laura is such a wonderful teacher, patient and supportive, facilitating you to explore and experiment and guiding you to produce a piece of work to be proud of. Thank you Laura for a relaxing and inspiring day. I highly recommend this workshop."

16 Feb 17'

Faye reviewed: Crafting a Candle Brand: A Three-Hour Personalized Workshop

"Very good. Answered all questions I had. Gave me information about branding, packaging and all to start my own business. Highly recommend to anyone starting a business."

16 Feb 17'

Chris reviewed: Blacksmithing one-to-one North West UK

"A really great day. I'd never done any sort of metal work and I ended up with three items I'm really proud of. Just the right balance of guidance and hands on help so that I felt like it was my work, but the end results was a much higher quality than I could possibly have managed by myself."

16 Feb 17'

Libby Evans reviewed: One day mosaic workshop - Lincolnshire

"Caron thank you for a great day - I had a wonderful time and was so pleased with my first attempt at Mosaic. Your enthusiasm for your craft is so infectious - I will be back again to learn more. Thank you also for your warm hospitality!"