Latest reviews

Luke George reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience Day - Introduction

"I was gifted a day's Blacksmithing with Giles recently. What a fantastic experience. Giles was a wealth of knowledge and patient in his tuition. I can't recommend this course highly enough - for either those with practical or without practical knowledge. you will no be disappointed."

Elizabeth Watts reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"We had a fantastic day! Paul is a very knowledgeable and passionate tutor with years of experience. He explained everything very clearly and made us all most welcome. His studio is wonderful with views across open countryside, is well equipped with tools and coloured glass. Paul is the perfect host, kind, patient and very encouraging. I would thoroughly recommend this workshop to anyone."

Stacey reviewed: Children's Craft Classes - Half Term & Holiday Sessions

"What an experience. My daughter did three days in total and she loved it. Worth every penny spent. She is desperate to go back in the Easter holidays. Thankyou so much. "

Ankarika Craft responded:

"Thank you Stacey for such a nice feedback! It was a pleasure to meet and work with Freya, She is so open minded, clever and full of her own ideas, which I find so amazing. I am already preparing Easter holidays schedule, she is more than welcome to join us again! See you soon! :)"

Fiona Marley reviewed: Beginners Beading - Jewellery Making Workshop - In London

"This was a brilliant course. Penny is such an excellent teacher. She had lots of beads to choose from but I also took some family items that needed to be restrung. Would highly recommend. "

Penny Akester Jewellery responded:

"Hi Fiona, Thanks for taking the time to leave a review! Happy beading x Penny"

Sharon reviewed: Beginners sewing - Tote Bag and Zipped Bag - Day Workshop - Worcester

"Lovely day of sewing. I now feel more confident in using my sewing machine and can't believe I made the items I did. Judi takes the class at a good pace carefully explaining each stage, giving lots of tips and guidance."

Darren reviewed: Lathe turning for beginners with Thompsons Wood

"What a fantastic day! I had never done any wood turning before, Jake was a great teacher, guiding me through the process. Came away with some new knowledge, a great looking cherry wood bowl and a big smile"

harj reviewed: Modern Style Furniture Upcycling Weekend Workshop

"The course was brilliant, we learnt so much about the whole process of upcoming, the information was invaluable, the whole weekend was a great experience, Nicky is an amazing teacher. She supplied everything we needed and talked everything through in detail and helped us make good choices but encouraged us to follow our intuition and passion to get the results we wanted. I am absolutely chuffed with my nested tables. I highly recommend Nicky and the course. I've been speaking to Nicky since Nov '24 to arrange a suitable date for me to attend, she was really nice and kept in touch and was even happy to look at locations closer to me."

Simon Hughes reviewed: Wood carving one day tester

"Excellent course in lovely surroundings. Sebastian is a great tutor and I learnt of lot of techniques. Well worth doing the course"

SBCW responded:

"Hi Simon Thank you so much I'm glad you learned a new techniques so you can bring your carvings to the next level. Many thanks Keep carving. "

Sally Sealy reviewed: Resin crafting for beginners

"My bother and I attended the resin course on Saturday, we had a fantastic day, Scott and his partner were amazing hosts and we learnt a lot. It was a day well spent."

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"hi Sally I so glad you enjoyed the day, had fun made amazing resin things you took home at the end of the day and now have the skills/ confidences to start doing amazing resin bits at home Scott"

Gillian reviewed: 2 hr Potters Wheel Experience, Heskin Chorley

"Had such a good time! Meditative and relaxing and the tuition was clear and friendly! Will definitely be going back!"

The Crafty potter responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Gillian. You did awesome xx"

Judith reviewed: An Introduction To Making Hardened Fabric Jewellery Making

"A very enjoyable course. Lots of choices of fabrics and shapes to use and Diane was a great teacher. There was time to make 3 items of your choosing. Many thanks."

Diane Taylor Textile Designer Maker responded:

"Lovely to hear you enjoyed the workshop Judith and that you managed to make 3 different pieces to take home with you. "

Susan Goymer reviewed: Willow Deer Sculpture at Walford Mill with Jo Sadler

"Jo is an excellent tutor , she is fun to be with and so helpful , enjoyed my day "

Jo Sadler Willow responded:

"Thank You Susan. I really enjoyed the day too. A fantastic herd of deer!"

Sandy Brown reviewed: Confidence with tools for DIY beginners

"An extremely informative course. I'd recommended to anyone who wants to put up a shelf, learn about tools, what tools you need (including screws and fittings)...and a lot more I left feeling confident that I could go and buy an electic drill and the different drill bits and use them on various materials. Matt was easy to understand, patient and an all round great teacher. I can't thank him enough for enabling me to do complete some DIY tasks for myself. I will be recommending to my daughters."

matt boysons responded:

"Hi Sandy. Thank you so much for the review, I’m glad you left leaving so happy with the course. It was a cracking day for all of us I think and a pleasure to have you at the workshop. I hope everything goes well for you on your new missions. All the best. Matt. "

Sandy Brown reviewed: Confidence with tools for DIY beginners

"An extremely informative course. I'd recommended to anyone who wants to put up a shelf, learn about tools, what tools you need (including screws and fittings)...and a lot more I left feeling confident that I could go and buy an electic drill and the different drill bits and use them on various materials. Matt was easy to understand, patient and an all round great teacher. I can't thank him enough for enabling me to do complete some DIY tasks for myself. I will be recommending to my daughters."

Jo Richardson reviewed: Children's Craft Classes - Half Term & Holiday Sessions

"Fantastic half term fun! My daughter loves coming here and joining in with everyone while learning lots of new craft skills. "

Ankarika Craft responded:

"Thank you Joanne for your kind feedback, Marcie is absolutely fabulous during classes, she is working with a constant smile on her face, which is so rewarding! Her crafty skills are on a really high level! :)) "

Richard Reynolds. reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"I attended Tony’s Mig welding course not knowing what to expect as a complete novice. I was greeted on arrival by Tony and made very welcome. We spent the first ten minutes in the very well organised welding workshop discussing safety requirements and then got on with the welding. I have to say the one to one tuition was fantastic ,Tony explained everything step by step as we went through the lesson along with demonstrations on how things should be done to get the best results. He obviously is a very experienced welder and creative metal fabricator with over thirty years experience. Overall the course was excellent from start to finish and by the end of the day I was producing pretty good welds if I do say so myself. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to get into Mig welding like me but unsure where to begin, it is well worth the money. I now have the confidence to purchase my own equipment with some advice from Tony to start welding projects that I have planned at home in my garage. Thank you Tony for a very informative enjoyable day ."

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Hi Richard, Thank you for a great review it it very much appreciated. When you are ready to purchase your own equipment please feel free to contact me for any advice. Regards Tony "

Lynn B reviewed: Willow Trug Basket Workshop

"A very enjoyable day, with a great basket to take away. Suz is very knowledgeable and passionate about her craft, and was very patient with us all. I would not hesitate to recommend this course."

The Coppice Co. responded:

"Hi Lynn, Thank you for your review. It was lovely to have you along. Suz"

Barbara reviewed: Fused Glass Workshop - Botanic Designs

"The fused glass workshop was excellent. Beckie was very knowledgeable and helpful. We managed to make some lovely items even with no previous experience!"

Amanda reviewed: Children's Craft Classes - Half Term & Holiday Sessions

"My daughter (8 yrs old) did two of the Feb half term classes and had a brilliant time. She came out of the first class and was desperate to go back. When she came out of the second class, she had tears due to being sad that she wouldn't be going back again that week. Aneta is a very welcoming and lovely teacher. I'll definitely be booking her on for more classes in the future. Thank you so much "

Ankarika Craft responded:

"Your feedback is absolutely heartbreaking! Oh, thank you so much much for all these words, this is what matters in the end: happy little kids proud of their creations. Thank you so much! It was a pleasure to meet Millie and helping her with projects. I can't wait to see her again soon! :)"

Lianne reviewed: Copper Sculpting workshop: Chasing & Repousse

"We absolutely loved the course! 3 of us went and it was exactly the type of course that suits us - a lovely welcoming tutor, a stunning location, being shown the basics then left to your own devices to let the copper decide what it wants to be. Already recommend to 3 people to try out. "

Susan reviewed: Learn how to repair woollen garments using a darning loom.

"A really informative yet relaxed course - Julie demonstrated and then gave feedback as I practiced. I came away with my garments mended and the skills to do this myself in future. Julie was happy to share her knowledge as we talked around the subject whilst working on the garments, and her engaging personality made the time go by quickly and easily. "

Circular Sock Machine school responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review. I really enjoyed spending the morning with you and I’m pleased that you have three woollen garments who can wear again. "

Martin reviewed: SOLD OUT! Stained Glass Workshop with Johannes Steuck

"Informative and interesting day. It was nice to come home with my finished stained glass product. Johaness was very helpful, and always seemed to be available for advice or help when required. All in all a very enjoyable day. Highly recommended. "

Fran reviewed: Forest School CPD - Rope Skills

"Fantastic course in a beautiful woodland. Everyone was made to feel really welcome and Matt confidently supported all learning styles. I have some exciting new rope skills in my repertoire now! I would recommend to everyone :)"

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi Fran, thanks for the lovely review! Glad you enjoyed the day and gained new rope skills! Matt"

Denise reviewed: Parent + Child Carving - Sloyd Workshop

"Thank you to Max I bought this for my grandsons 12th Birthday and he absolutely loved it, would def recommend to anyone. Max was so good x"

Clare Henderson reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"A great day in a well-equipped studio in a beautiful setting. Sarah is helpful and encouraging and having only 3 participants means that you can get a lot of hands-on experience and advice/help. Foam, flock, calico and other essentials are available to buy there at good prices. I was a complete upholstery novice but am inspired to continue with other projects. "