Latest reviews

24 Nov 16'

jane moser reviewed: Clay life modelling weekend with Karin Ort

"I was a complete novice at sculpting and also not known to be 'arty'. However Karin is some kind of magician at teaching key principles and techniques so that a figure in clay appears! The atmosphere and environment is peaceful and relaxed, with plenty of teas/coffee and biscuits to sustain you morning and afternoon. So if you are even vaguely tempted, I would thoroughly recommend having a go. Wear comfortable shoes and get absorbed....it is a great."

24 Nov 16'

Luke Giles reviewed: Craft your signature home fragrance brand: Personalised Workshop

"I would like to start by thanking Zaga for her fantastic service and sharing her expertise. Myself and my partner thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, we got everything we expected from the course and more. Would highly recommend this to anyone looking for some trusted advice and guidance in the art of candle making."

24 Nov 16'

Caroline Blundell reviewed: Creating ceramic animals courses - with James Ort & Alison Pink

"Leave you worries at the doorstep and get engrossed in clay! Had a second great weekend at the Phoenix Studio. It was so good in summer that I persuaded my artistic friend to come along this Autumn - but of course it was really an excuse for another weekend of playing with clay under the excellent guidance from Alison and James. They make it huge fun and inspire beginners like me and fledged artists to produce something they love. The whole group were supportive and enthused. It's excellent fun - but exhausting too. Thank heavens for lashings of tea and cake. And yes, preparing your "homework" really helps. Take lots of pictures with you - then get creative!"

24 Nov 16'

Sam Gee reviewed: Beginners lino printing

"Did one of these courses over the summer and it was totes amazing. Ruth was on hand through the whole thing to help me with the design and any questions I had about the process. At end of the course I had a great gift for my friend's birthday. Really fun too."

24 Nov 16'

Anne Howard reviewed: Beginners fabric printing two day introduction at Slamseys

"Really interesting course, illustrating all the basics in printing onto fabric, including screen printing, lino & block printing. Enjoyed the small class size and beautiful venue. Plenty of parking and accessible entrance. Highly recommend."

24 Nov 16'

Beth Paterson reviewed: Beginners lino printing

"Really enjoyed the printmaking workshop at Slamseys, fabulous venue, delicious refresments and helpful and warm tutor. The small group size meant there was lots of help at hand throughout the workshop."

24 Nov 16'

Lisa Kettering reviewed: Bespoke Interlined Curtains

"Have attended both these workshops to make Roman blinds and interlined curtains. You are taught to make them to a very high standard. I'm really pleased with what I learnt and what I have made since I did the course."

24 Nov 16'

Mandy street reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Amazing! Amazing! I had so many friends interested in this craft that i had to hire a hall! Great evening, Ali is fantastic, a fab teacher and very patient. A fantastic craft, cant wait to do it again in the summer! Xx"

24 Nov 16'

Kay reviewed: Flamework/Lampwork beads taster 1 person or limited Special price for 2

"Kim is so welcoming and offers not just great teaching and examples, but constant encouragement. I wasn't at all sure about this as I have a bad habit of getting annoyed at myself and giving up if I can't do something perfectly first time. I still wasn't perfect, but I'm hooked on the idea of trying again, as is my pater who came along to give it a whirl. Thank you Kim. You're amazing!"

24 Nov 16'

Sally Milton-Thompson reviewed: PickOne weekend weaving course

"A great weekend learning new skills. Thank you James!"

23 Nov 16'

Elke Mauerhoff-Brandt reviewed: Pottery summer courses

"Wide range of skills was taught, you get a lot of knowledge by the experienced potters who work in the Leach tradition. I appreciated the different kilns including raku, the good feeling for perfect design and the respect for nature in all their work. Both Douglas and Jennie are great teachers, you get good benefit from their courses. And don't forget the good atmosphere and the delicious home made meals!"

23 Nov 16'

Claire reviewed: Art & Craft Days - Stained Glass Stars for Christmas

"A fantastic day. This was a birthday present and was a wonderful way to spend the day. Brian and Julie looked after us throughout and Carol was a great teacher. I will definitely be booking more courses at the butterfly studio. Thank you."

23 Nov 16'

Christine 21st November 2016 ( Essex ) reviewed: Art & Craft Days - Christmas Wreaths & Swags – Willow

"Lovely drive to the Butterfly Studio, warm comfortable venue refreshments am and pm and a delicious lunch even a choice of desserts.! Spent the day making a Christmas wreath and swag. Excellent demonstration and help throughout the workshop by Deb Hart. Can't wait to display my handmade Christmas wreath and swag. Really enjoyable day. Thank you Brian and Julie perfect hospitality."

23 Nov 16'

Liz Souter reviewed: Sewing for Beginners a 10 week course at New Brewery Arts - Gloucestershire

"Martha is a very encouraging and patient teacher who welcomes individual thoughts and ideas. As well as learning a new skill, the course has also been great fun!"

23 Nov 16'

Jacqui Fix reviewed: Art & Craft Days - Christmas Wreaths & Swags – Willow

"Very enjoyable day. Made Christmas wreath and swag lovely. You kept us fed and watered to an excellent standard Thank you very much."

23 Nov 16'

Catriona Waters reviewed: Learn To Crochet On The Norfolk/Cambs Border

"Sue is an excellent teacher of Crochet, and produces her own informative booklets to take you through whatever stage you are tackling from the very basics such as double crochet, working in the round, then in squares, right through to the intricacies of Tunisian Crochet, until you reach the heights of making beautiful stuffed animals with looped crochet for fur etc. Sue has a great sense of humour and not only will you learn heaps, her anecdotes are wonderful, often funny, and you feel like you have had the most fantastic day; you achieve loads, and have fun doing it. What more could you ask?5 x *"

23 Nov 16'

Catriona Waters reviewed: Learn To Kumihimo (Japanese Braiding) On The Norfolk/Cambs Border

"Sue and Debz are experts at Kumuhino, and under their aegis, I learnt first to do different braids using different yarns, and then we started to use beads as well. The results were some stunning pieces of jewellery which I was SO thrilled to have made. Sue has loads of patience, and even if you forget the direction that you are heading or lose track of a bead, she will help you to back track, explaining where the slip came so you know how NOT to repeat it.I have thoroughly enjoyed learning at Primrose crafts. 5/5"

23 Nov 16'

NICOLA HARGREAVES reviewed: Sewing for Beginners a 10 week course at New Brewery Arts - Gloucestershire

"An excellent course"

23 Nov 16'

Jackie Jones reviewed: Art & Craft Days - Stained Glass Stars for Christmas

"I had a lovely day making copper foiled glass stars. It was so absorbing and a lot of fun and I am very proud of my stars. Carol has years of experience and guided us through the processes step by step. We had plenty of time to practice glass cutting before going onto the real thing, and I never thought that soldering could be so much fun! Carol gave us individual attention and was always there to lend a hand when needed. The food, as always, was just delicious. Brian and Julie make you feel so welcome. I had a great day, thank you."

23 Nov 16'

Joy Skipper reviewed: Creating ceramic animals courses - with James Ort & Alison Pink

"What a fun way to spend a weekend - I learnt so much, along like-minded people, and James and Alison taught in such a fun, relaxed way - I would highly recommend this course."

22 Nov 16'

Aaron Mahiban reviewed: Beginners 10 week woodworking course NO LONGER RUNNING

"Ciaran's class is both fun and very helpful to improve woodworking skills. Though I took the beginners class, it felt as though I was learning fairly advanced techniques. The final product we produced also looks great thanks to Ciaran's instruction. I highly recommend the 10 week course to anyone insterested in improving their skills. Worst case is you will be in good company for a few hours every week! Thank you so much Ciaran, I had a blast learning from you; it was worth coming all the way from Canada for the course ;)"

22 Nov 16'

Michael Simpson reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Excellent day out. Well worth the money. Teaching is on point and the things he helps you make you will not b disappointed with them."

22 Nov 16'

Michael White reviewed: Five day woodwork course - wood

"I have always loved wood but never had the chance do do any workworking at school so here I was, recently retired, with the opportunity to go all the way to The Lakes to go back to being a 15 year old again on a course called "Tools & Things". This was drive that was really worth it. Richard and Mark do not hang about with introductory lectures - you get straight into it. I was making a step stool and started measuring up when it dawned on me that I just had a pile of wood and how on earth was it all going to go together! Richard and Mark took me through it step by step by showing me how to do a particular task and then saying over to you. I made a point of trying out all the different joints by hand and now have a much better appreciation of what is involved in this wonderful world of wood. Thanks Richard and Mark and I cannot recommend the course highly enough."

22 Nov 16'

Liv reviewed: One Day Stained Glass Course for Beginners

"This course was recommended to me and was outstanding. Everything was individualised and supported (when needed) throughout. Many thanks to Dan and Deb"

22 Nov 16'

Andrea Sharp reviewed: Festival Flags and Banners using reverse appliqué

"A great day course with amazing results. My daughter and I are very proud of the flag we made and we learnt loads of new skills during the day. Lovely lunch too!"