Latest reviews

28 Jul 16'

Lucy Felgate-baumberg reviewed: Two day stained glass workshop including glass painting

"I attended one of Nick's courses and I was hooked in minutes, wow, you have got to experience a course with Nick, you will not be disappointed. Not only is he an extremely genuine person and professional, patient tutor, he is also highly skilled and talented; I now admire all stained glass as if they were the first I have ever seen. when you realise what is involved you will realise how reasonably priced his courses are ! I also love the fact that he is one of several family generations of his trade.. not something seen much these days."

28 Jul 16'

Malcolm Knight reviewed: Beginner's Ceramics | Tile Making | Short Course

"I had attended tile making and coil pot courses before and came back because Deiniol's courses before had been excellent, well organised and with plenty of chance to try things out, I shall be looking out for other courses and am hoping to continue an interest in ceramic tile making"

28 Jul 16'

Nicola reviewed: 'Art of Stained Glass' - Oldbury, Birmingham

"Have just spent a wonderful two days with Jamal making my own stained glass panel from scratch having had no previous experience at all. I learnt about design, colour and texture. I was introduced to more tools than I can mention. I learnt to cut glass, how to score it, break it grind it and grozing. I learnt how to lay out your plan, cut and fit the lead, hold everything in place with wood and horseshoe nails, how to solder, affix hooks, cement, polish, etc. etc. etc. I'm so pleased with what I was able to produce. Jamal was a first class teacher. He was able to step in if necessary but encouraged you to do everything for yourself. He is a true artist, a true gentleman and extremely interesting to talk to. I thoroughly recommend this course and Jamal."

28 Jul 16'

Lisa Horvath reviewed: Two day stained glass workshop including glass painting

"An extremely interesting course... Fascinating on all levels. Excellent tutors and always a warm welcome. I have done three of these courses and am truely hooked! Well worth trying this amazing skill... Love, love, love! x"

28 Jul 16'

Fiona Vandenbergh-Harwood reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Sebastian is very knowledgeable about carving stone. The courses have a great relaxed atmosphere. I learned not to be scared of carving stone and the freedom to be creative."

28 Jul 16'

Carole Fletcher reviewed: Indigo dyeing & shibori

"Really great upbeat three days - relaxed but very industrious! Great to put time aside to dedicate to working with Indigo alongside like minded people. Tutor was really helpful and informative. Would recommend doing some preparation beforehand - shorting out items to dye, projects etc. Catering really good. An all round thoroughly enjoyable few days."

28 Jul 16'

Phil C. reviewed: Wild basketry- workshop in the woods, forage your materials

"Just got back from the most sublime weekend workshop. If you ever get a chance to go to one of Native Hands events then do so. Fabulous weather, great friends and lovely group. Brilliant venue and the most perfect guide. Earth and water, fire and air. From clay to pot. Greatest gratitude to have been able to have take part in this and come home with gifts from the imagination. Highly recommended"

28 Jul 16'

Jessica reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"I had the most wonderful time willow weaving! Kate is extremely helpful and friendly. I made a willow duck and have received many compliments for it! Kate was very flexible and would accommodate for the sculpture you were interested in making. There were plenty of teas and coffees and even some yummy cakes provided throughout the day. A lovely lunch was also provided and vegetarians were catered for. I would recommend anybody who's interested in willow weaving sculptures to give this a go! I thoroughly enjoyed my day outdoors willow weaving. Thanks again Kate!"

28 Jul 16'

Natt Groome reviewed: Furniture Making - DOVETAIL WEEK - Making a Dovetailed Drawer - in East Sussex

"I gained essential skills which I have wanted to learn for many years."

28 Jul 16'

Rev. Chris Turner reviewed: Furniture Making - DOVETAIL WEEK - Making a Dovetailed Drawer - in East Sussex

"Great teaching in a wonderful location. Clear instruction, which includes not just the 'how' but also the 'why' for all the techniques. Good emphasis on getting the basics (sharpening, marking,sawing, chiselling) right in order to achieve precise joints. Delicious cakes too!"

28 Jul 16'

Niels Archer reviewed: Sharpening & tuning hand tools in East Sussex

"A relaxed atmosphere, easy access to very skilled tutor, facilities, pace that allowed coverage of info plus plenty of time to put it unto practice."

28 Jul 16'

Iain Bell reviewed: Sharpening & tuning hand tools in East Sussex

"At first as thought the pace was slow. But, I soon realised that the combination of John's style and pace were just right. I enjoyed the entire two days learning. Very useful."

28 Jul 16'

Anton Leach reviewed: Sharpening & tuning hand tools in East Sussex

"I really liked the environment, the expertise you have in the subject, getting a much better understanding about the tools."

28 Jul 16'

Nick Reid reviewed: Furniture making SKILLS WEEK - Essential cabinetmaking hand skills - 5 days in East Sussex

"Very good clear and staged instructions to allow skills to develop. The content was challenging but never to the extent that it's outcomes could not be achieved."

28 Jul 16'

Sally Kemp-Welch reviewed: Furniture making SKILLS WEEK - Essential cabinetmaking hand skills - 5 days in East Sussex

"Lovely atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, great teacher and fantastic cake!"

28 Jul 16'

Farouk Okhai reviewed: Furniture making SKILLS WEEK - Essential cabinetmaking hand skills - 5 days in East Sussex

"Well thought out. A good pace. Excellent venue. Beautifully laid out classroom. Good workbench. Very good explanations about tools and the different brands."

28 Jul 16'

Russell Smith reviewed: Furniture making SKILLS WEEK - Essential cabinetmaking hand skills - 5 days in East Sussex

"The course was taught at the right pace and the tuition was very good."

28 Jul 16'

Kate Beckett reviewed: Pembrokeshire Maddie Janes Mosaic

"Maddie provided an excellent introduction to mosaic in her beatiful studio near St Davids. She invited me to work on a small piece first using a relatively simple technique and then to try a bigger project of my own choosing. Her light and spacious studio is brimming with a huge variety of materials in every colour, shape and form and with the equipment needed to shape them to fit your design. She is attentive, informative and encouraging; adapting her teaching to the individuals skills and needs. Being surrounded by her own varied mosaics and beautiful Pembrokeshire countryside provided inspiration and peace to work in. Overall I had a fantastic day, came away with some nice pieces and lots of ideas. Materials, tea and coffee were all included so it was also very good value for money. I will definitely go again."

27 Jul 16'

Sue Hanna reviewed: Pembrokeshire Maddie Janes Mosaic

"We decided to opt for an alternative birthday party for our 7 year old daughter and her friends. Maddie came highly recommended by a friend and needless to say we were not disappointed, as a matter of fact everyone who attended -both children and parents - had a fabulous time. We were particularly impressed by Maddie's ability to work with each and every individual child at their own pace, making sure that everyone went home with at least a couple of beautiful mosaic creations which I am sure they will cherish and will provide a wonderful reminder of a memorable day! Thank you Maddie!"

27 Jul 16'

Karen Barringer reviewed: Patchwork and Quilting City & Guilds Level 2

"After completing level one with Bev. I had fell in love with the challenge of learning to quilt both the technical and design elements and was truly inspired to continue on and achieve level two. I am just about to finish year one of the level two course. As always Bevs sessions have been well organised, encouraging, thought provoking and a pleasure to attend. I would recommend Bev as a tutor to anyone wishing to learn the basics of quilting or wishing to move into the more complicated design / tech arena. Bev certainly knows her stuff and I look forward to next years challenges."

27 Jul 16'

Tom Bartlett reviewed: Spoon carving (Two Day)

"Two very enjoyable days learning spoon carving. Martin is a great teacher, very patient and enthusiastic. Put on a good lunch with plenty of tea and biscuits. The course has given me a really good grounding in the basics of carving, I started as soon as I got home! Thoroughly recommended."

27 Jul 16'

Emma Hobbs reviewed: Two day stained glass workshop including glass painting

"We recently took part in a two day lead light course, the company and its owner Nick are professional and excellent to deal with. The course is to a very high standard and we were extremely impressed by the service and quality."

27 Jul 16'

Sue Allatt reviewed: Needle felting - half day - feather felts

"Just spent an exciting morning with Jane learning the beginnings of felting. Jane is an excellent teacher and I loved every minute and also the picture I made. Will definitely attend another of Jane's workshops."

27 Jul 16'

Kim Barrett reviewed: A One-day Feltmaking Course to Make a Fabulous Felt Hat in the Beautiful Forest of Dean.

"Wonderful fun with Christine, excellent teacher, and great product (hat) to take home at the end of the day. I'm now addicted! Kim Barrett"

27 Jul 16'

Annie Tyhurst reviewed: A One-day Feltmaking Course to Make a Fabulous Felt Hat in the Beautiful Forest of Dean.

"Beautiful way to spend a day - felting, lovely food, and wonderful company. Annie Tyhurst"