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10 Nov 16'

Martine Roberts reviewed: Mindful Mosaic workshops with Dionne Ible - Bedfordshire

"My mosaic day was very enjoyable and Dionne's guidance and encouragement made the experience of creating my sunflower mosaic and finishing it at home a wonderful achievement. There was books to find ideas and a amazing selection of mosaic colours to explore with. Looking forward to my next creation."

10 Nov 16'

Melanie Jordan reviewed: Christmas Decorations in Art and Floristry

"So enjoyed this course in a beautiful garden room setting. Jo is an incredibly knowledgable talented tutor, who has a very supportive encouraging way about her. Great choice of resources to choose from, as well as advise on how to use your own resources to best effect. Thank you, looking forward to the next one"

9 Nov 16'

Gillian Oliver reviewed: Ceramic slip casting workshop

"Absolutely brilliant experience. Plenty of materials supplied and great instruction. Alison is the perfect teacher and host. Warm and welcoming atmosphere. I will be back."

9 Nov 16'

Gemma carr reviewed: Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

"What a fantastic day!! We had great fun with a very friendly and clearly extremely knowledgeable tutor. The environment that Lucy provides is perfect in her beautiful home with homemade cakes and cups of tea on tap! I was so pleased with the result of my day and would love to do a longer course next time to tackle a bigger project."

9 Nov 16'

Lou reviewed: Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

"I really enjoyed this course. It was action-packed and full-on. The equipment was well maintained and plentiful and the tuition excellent. I came away with a gorgeous little table of which I am very proud. I would recommend the course to anyone who is interested in green woodworking and wants to spend a few days learning new skills, with a knowledgable teacher in a relaxed environment. Thank you, Peter"

9 Nov 16'

Andy Montador reviewed: Weekly pottery/ceramics classes

"I love this class! Every week there's something new to try. I've made bowls, tiles, tea lights, a ring holder and countless mugs. I've tried lots of different techniques from wheel throwing to slip casting. Alison is a fantastic teacher, full of ideas and inspiration. She allows her students the freedom to explore and find their own style while giving advice and instruction when necessary. She has also taught us a lot of the chemistry and theory behind each process which is really fascinating. Truly, a fabulous class. *****"

9 Nov 16'

Stephanie McCormack reviewed: Ceramic slip casting workshop

"Enjoyed the course so much I didn't want to leave! Alison is very warm and welcoming, and was great at explaining all the essentials for me to make decorations that I am really proud of. I haven't been on a course like this before, and the help and guidance given was immeasurable, but was given without the feel of someone breathing down my neck. There was a huge range of cutters, stamps and fabrics to work with, and lots of inspirational samples decorating the room. The room is spacious yet cosy and the cakes and drinks went down a treat! A perfect course for all ages and all abilities. I will be back!!"

9 Nov 16'

Eva Tomkins reviewed: Leather Workshop One - on - One

"I attended this course earlier in the year and had a great weekend. Sarah was a encouraging and informative tutor, guiding all the students to make a finished hand stitching leather bag by the end of the weekend and I was absolutely thrilled with my bag which I use everyday. The course is held in a beautiful workshop in a converted school house, surrounded by countryside. I will be definitely recommend the course to friends and I would love to do another course with Sarah."

9 Nov 16'

Ester McGonigle reviewed: Natural Body Beautiful workshop by The Crafty Witch (Libra Holistic Health & Wellness)

"Thankyou for a brilliant day I cant believe I have been buying rubbish for years when all that good stuff was at hand!! I could literally eat this whipped body butter and thanks for the information about the natural stuff you are quite right! We had a good laugh and a great wee day it was anything but basic you sell yourself short Mandy! We will be back again! Ester and the Hens xxx"

9 Nov 16'

Karen Peers reviewed: Mosaic one day workshop for adults with Caroline Jariwala, Birmingham

"I attended Caroline Jariwolas mosaic course on Sunday it was a small group of 4 Which meant that we had a lot of individual attention when we were practicising our new skills. I was able to learn and practice the art of cutting and breaking tiles and using nippers which was my aim. i was also able to see the breadth of mosaicing and the use of discarded crockery. It was a brilliant day Caroline was clearly very talented and knowledgable and it was a joy to see the work in her studio but she was so inspiring and made us see our own potential. There was a very relaxed atmosphere and i felt able to ask any questions i learnt a lot laughed a lot and just love mosaics, I would recommend this course for anybody irrespective of age, gender and experience who wants to try out this wonderfull art in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere, i loved it. Karen Peers 9/11/2016"

9 Nov 16'

Genene James reviewed: Candle making workshops

"I was very lucky to win a charity fundraising raffle prize offering a workshop session with Angharad at Wax the Matter. I was given a very warm welcome into her family home and shared a very pleasant lunch with her family at no extra charge which was so nice. In her workshop we worked with several kinds of waxes and Angharad explained clearly how to make the different types of candles using oils to give a lovely smell to the finished products. I had never made candles from scratch and the workshop was so informative and I was able to learn quite a lot on the day. I was allowed to take home all the candles I made and I look forward to using them and thinking about the lovely experience I had making them with Angharad. She is a lovely lady and a very good teacher. The day was a great pleasure and I wish Angharad all the best for the future."

8 Nov 16'

Claire Hedley reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"What a fab course and an even wonderful teacher. Learnt so much about the candle world, in lovely surroundings and a very relaxed and friendly environment. Highly recommended"

8 Nov 16'

Adrian Smith reviewed: Woodturning in Devon with Colin Simpson

"I really enjoyed my one day course with Colin. We covered a lot of ground in the time available, this included bowl turning, spindle turning techniques and sharpening. Colin's approach is very relaxed, he is patient, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I would highly recommend the course."

8 Nov 16'

Nick Webb reviewed: An introduction to wood turning with Gregory Moreton (2 Days)

"A fantastic beginners course which I cannot recommend highly enough. I had inherited a lathe and tools a couple of years ago but had not been able to produce much but after 2 days with Gregory I feel confident and inspired. Gregory shared his knowledge of, and passion for woodturning in a way that made it very easy to learn and I came away with two very professional pieces. Oh, and the lunch was pretty good too. Many thanks, Gregory."

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8 Nov 16'

Jane Hanks reviewed: Needle felting course with Furzie at Saltisford Canal Trust, Warwick

"A brilliant day with a brilliant tutor. A lovely location at Lapstones with customers mingling, such a good way of promoting the class. We began the day with a welcoming coffee and time to meet others on the course, at 12.30 we were served with a delicious lunch. Everyone managed to make the animal of their choice with the superb guidance of Michelle."

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8 Nov 16'

Helen Phillips reviewed: Needle felting course with Furzie at Saltisford Canal Trust, Warwick

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day with you. My Robin has had many compliments. I was very tired when I got home!! - all that concentrating!!"

8 Nov 16'

Christine Barber reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"I had a wonderful day today making a gypsey basket. Very proud of my first effort. SallyAnne has so much patience and is a wonderful teacher. I loved it and can't wait to do my next project."

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8 Nov 16'

Sarah Whitby reviewed: Needle felting course with Furzie at Saltisford Canal Trust, Warwick

"Many thanks for really enjoyable day. Michelle was really encouraging and helpful. Great to have learned a new craft and come home with a lovely crafted animal. It was great to focus on a project with a small and friendly group. Tasty lunch too."

8 Nov 16'

Christina Montague reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"I bought a course as a gift for my partner. As two 'retirees' we wondered how we would get on with the physicality. We need not have been concerned as we had a really great day each making a leaf key ring and jointly making a poker with ornamentation. Chris is a first class teacher demonstrating and describing each stage of the project clearly. While we were making our items he was helpful and supportive giving us real hands on experience. We would thoroughly recommend this course."

8 Nov 16'

Daisy and Claire reviewed: Lampwork Bead Making in the flame. Special Offer for 2 people

"I took my Daughter having spent a fantastic session making beads back in the summer.It was equally as great, and we both had such fun and made some beautiful beads having been shown the ropes by Kim. It is one of those hobbies you could do for hours and i am looking into buying a torch. Kim gave me all the info. i need to do this at home myself. Really recommend this as a gift as Kim does vouchers. This is how i first got to do it................will be back"

8 Nov 16'

Hannah Salter reviewed: A 2 day throwing and handbuilding weekend at an established pottery in the New Forest.

"Fantastic pottery coaching, that is welcoming, inspiring, friendly and cosy, set in an idyllic cottage garden. One and a half years after I started attending the Pottery Slow Down week-night course, I still love this studio as much as the first day I attended. The classes are kept small so that you're able to get a good amount of 1:1 coaching. After a hectic week in the office, the pottery is a calm and relaxed environment where you can focus on being creative and I always leave with a sense of achievement and a warm glow. Jo is a very experienced potter and it shows in the breadth of knowledge that she has for techniques and in the passion with which she discusses pottery. She is very patient, taking time to show you each technique you require to achieve your desired project. What I love most about her coaching is that when you come up with a new idea she gets really excited and is always really keen to help you work out how to realise your idea. Perhaps the best recommendation is that I never feel like my Thursday evening classes are enough, so when ever I have a free Saturday I go along to the Saturday full-day sessions as well. I've also taken several friends and family members along and without exception, they've really enjoyed their day. Summary: > Good, personalised, teaching > Variety of materials and techniques available to use (different clay types, slips, glazes, wheels, coil pots, slab pots, tiles, sculpting, to name but a few) > Lots of wheels (4 between 7 students - I only can last 3 hours on the wheel max, so you don't need one for every student). > Space for you to create your own projects, there is no program to follow, so you create something unique and Jo will personal her tuition. > Jo's home-made biscuits! Who I think this weekend course would be good for: > Beginner potters looking for a first try at pottery, or intermediate potters wanting space and to create their own ceramics and receive coaching. > Groups of friends or family looking for a creative cottage retreat in the countryside I would suggest coming to the pottery with a few ideas so that you can get stuck in straight away. But don't worry if you're unsure of what to make, there are always loads of beautiful pots in various stages of creation dotted around the studio to inspire."

8 Nov 16'

Audrey Buck reviewed: 2 Day Silver Jewellery Making Course - Ely

"I did Jonathan's two day course and thoroughly enjoyed it, learnt a lot and came away full of ideas and enthusiasm! Jonathan is full of information, very patient, accommodating and inspiring. Plenty of tea and coffee with home baking, lovely lunches, very nice atmosphere, paced to suit each individual (there were three of us), informative, and brilliant to come away with some finished pieces to enjoy. Excellent follow-up too. Highly recommend."

8 Nov 16'

Jason reviewed: Green wood chair making - 6 day woodworking course in Devon

"I have to thank peter and joe and my fellow chair makers for a great week. It is a great boost to the soul to produce something by hand. peter teachers you every skill needed to turn a freshly felled tree into a piece of furniture you can take home and cherish."

8 Nov 16'

Debbie Jenner reviewed: 121 - An Introduction to Cold Process Soap Making

"I had a very interesting day with Emma, who was welcoming, friendly and very, very helpful. The location is excellent too. I now feel ready to go it on my own having gained insight into the wonderful world of soapmaking..! I highly recommend her course."

7 Nov 16'

Paul Gill reviewed: Introduction to Spoon Carving

"Had a really fun day, thank you Chris. His approach made learning the different stages and techniques really clear and simple, and was always helpful with advice as we made our way. He's obviously very skilled but makes the seamless transition to simple, actionable advice for newbies. Have already started carving spoons in the week since the course and look forwards to making more and doing more green wood carving generally (which I'm new too). Would highly recommend. And the food (esp the chutneys but the soup too) from Chris' mum was amazing too!"

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