Latest reviews

20 Jul 16'

Andy Beale reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience Day

"Really good day. Hot and sweaty but very interesting and delivered with humour. I had a couple of items I had in mind and was able to make both, along with others suggested by Colin. Very surprised by how much I took home. Would definitely recommend it to anyone who fancies a go just for the experience."

19 Jul 16'

Carolina Keast reviewed: Log basket course

"I really enjoyed it and found the class quite interesting. I always wanted to work with willow but never managed the courage to just get up and go . I am glad I did it. Also would like to know when there will be another course."

19 Jul 16'

Danielle bates reviewed: Autentico Basic Chalk Paint Workshop - Hailsham, East Sussex

"Had a good morning learning paint techniques I painted a chair and I thoroughly enjoyed it looking forward to painting my mirror and Pete has a lot of patience and I would recommend to anyone who wants to learn thanks to Pete and Stella"

19 Jul 16'

Carla reviewed: Private, One to One Traditional Jewellery Making Classes, York

"What a fantastic course, really good size classes (4 people) full of lovely people. Emma is a great teacher and can work with everyone in group who are all at different levels. I made a ring from scratch, which I truly love and have had lots of comments about. It is very rewarding and relaxing way to spend two hours. I will be returning."

19 Jul 16'

Robin Nash reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making - Ely

"This was a great experience, I am a qualified teacher and Jonathan is a very good teacher, I had one to one tuition from him. He was very structured but relaxed, knew exactly what he wanted to achieve in the given time and was confident that we could do what I wanted in the time. I was not so sure but of course he was right. I came away with two simple silver rings and the confidence that I could repeat the process on my own. He has a great small workshop in the garage of his home with all of the tools you will need and some great ones you probably wont. He supplied me with coffee and biscuits throughout and a lovely lunch (Great Cambazola). I will be attending a second day for Gem setting, can't wait. Highly reccommended."

19 Jul 16'

victoria reviewed: A fabulous introduction to fused glass - one day course

"Siobhan's course is so fabulous that I had to do it twice. She is a great teacher and helped me to produce some very beautiful pieces that I am very proud of. If you are looking for a birthday or Christmas present for someone special this would be ideal."

19 Jul 16'

Kevin reviewed: Stained glass panel 2-day course: a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Ullswater and The Lake District

"An amazing course! The teaching was excellent- Jackie is very good at explaining the technique and manages to get the best out of what that person wants to do. The setting is wonderful. The cycle café is a very relaxing place and the work-space is nice and cosy. The atmosphere is very friendly and the 2 days were just very enjoyable on many counts. The food provided by Annie is plentiful and delicious. I couldn't fault the 2-day course in any way. I came away, very pleased with the panel I made, and am wanting to carry on doing more stained-glass. Jackie is a very inspiring teacher."

18 Jul 16'

Iain MacKirdy reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"I thoroughly enjoyed my induction to wood and bowl turning. Mark is an excellent and enthusiastic tutor, and tailored the day specifically to my requirements. I am now looking forward to getting a lot of practice in !"

18 Jul 16'

Shaun Cope reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"“A great day, good fun and relaxing atmosphere. Hands on and straight into bashing steel! Highly recommended will be taking time out to visit again. Thanks Debbie too for the fantastic spread.”"

18 Jul 16'

Cindy reviewed: Stained glass panel 2-day course: a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Ullswater and The Lake District

"I really enjoyed the course ( stained glass ) and I am enormously pleased with the end result. I had never done stained glass before and would recommend it, Jackie is a very good teacher and patient. Great location and warm and friendly people, good grub too."

18 Jul 16'

Cindy reviewed: Stained Glass Panel making 2 day course with Jackie Hunt

"I really enjoyed the course and I am enormously pleased with the end result. I had never done stained glass before and would recommend it, Jackie is a very good teacher and patient. Great location and warm and friendly people, good grub too."

18 Jul 16'

Rob lea reviewed: Traditional English Longbow making outdoor course - a 2-day 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"First class course delivered with skill and awareness of all the participants abilities. Great hands on experience which Tony and wonderful wholesome food from Annie and her Team. Many thanks for a brilliant 2 days. See you in September for what I am sure will be another great course."

18 Jul 16'

Elaine Barr reviewed: Fused Glass Workshops for beginners & experienced

"Cosy studio with everything you need to create a unique work of art in glass! I now have several!!"

18 Jul 16'

Anne Coules reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"I have just spent a fantastic day with Kate, sat in her lovely garden learning how to make willow sculptures. Kate is an excellent teacher and showed us how to start the construction process and guided me so that I could achieve what I wanted. Kate and Dave ( and Borris and Bertie) were wonderful hosts keeping us supplied with tea and coffee and biscuits, even though we were concentrating so much we sometimes forgot to drink! We were also given a lovely lunch followed by cakes. I managed to make a running hare, which just about fitted in the boot and finished his ears and tail at home. There were three of us on the course and Kate helped us all to make a sculpture each, I would recommend this to anyone interested in trying this craft, you will be amazed at what Kate will help you create."

18 Jul 16'

Jodie reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"Absolutely fantastic. I feel confident enough to go and make my own candles and perhaps start my own business. The course exceeded my expectations and Sakeena was brilliant."

18 Jul 16'

Meli reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"It was so much fun to learn how to make candles. Lots of information that I can't wait to start practicing at home. Thank you so much."

18 Jul 16'

Josephine reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"Amazing teacher - she's incredibly passionate about candles and shows her knowledge with many others. Pleased to be here on a Saturday afternoon! Definitely learnt more about candles than I thought."

18 Jul 16'

Lauren reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"Amazing! Inspiring and reassuring to know I've been taught by an extremely knowledgeable and passionate teacher! Sakeena! Thanks! See you again."

18 Jul 16'

Syra reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"Excellent, very well explained, enjoyable. Thanks very much!"

17 Jul 16'

Frances Ryan reviewed: Back to Nature Art Retreat Holiday

"My work is mainly figurative, so prior to the start of the art retreat I was wondering how I could benefit, since the emphasis was on landscape. However, I need not have worried as there were plenty of sheep and cows to draw and I even managed to sneak in some people into my finished picture! The demos that Helen did were very instructive and I now have a better understanding of aspects of mixed media and have been inspired to experiment with it further. Helen was an encouraging and empathetic tutor and I thoroughly enjoyed the three days. She also suggested ways to prepare a sketchbook beforehand, which I found really useful."

17 Jul 16'

ALAN KIRTON reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"My grand son and I appreciated the warm welcome from Adrian and Debbie and the initial very important cup of tea to start the day After the health ad safety briefing Adrian demonstrated how to make a key ring and we got stuck in our selves. Lunch next which was greatly apprecialted and of exceptionally high quality. The next demo involved making a dragon back plate and hooks which will soon be fixed to the wall at home . Well worth the money and we are looking forward to the next course."

17 Jul 16'

Toby & Alex Morton reviewed: Animal Sculpture Workshops

"We had a fantastic day with Leilah learning to make willow pigs. Leilah was a great teacher, encouraging and very patient. Our pigs came out very well indeed we were delighted. It was a lovely set up, yurt in the orchardand sunshine which meant we could work outside in gazebos. Friendly group too. Such a great way to spend a Saturday would highly recommend the whole experience. We'll be back!!"

17 Jul 16'

Helena Clarke reviewed: Back to Nature Art Retreat Holiday

"'Back to Nature Art Retreat Holiday' is a creative break away- and for me it was a real self indulgence!. An artist and friend Helen Hallows ran the retreat with nothing short of perfection. Every day was structured, organised and personal, delivering an array of new ways for you to think, draw, print, mark and create highly skilled responses to the landscape around you. Helen is a very talented artist ( who will not let you tell her she is) who created an experience that wasn't just about ensuring we all produced artwork by the end of the course, Helen was more interested in how this course would empower us as artists by learning about layering new thought processes and actually engaging your hands and head together. Words can't really describe how much i have gained from engaging in this retreat With Helen Hallows. -It is just the perfect location, tutored by an amazing talented artist, with fantastic food catered by Beechenhill Farm and was absolutely amazing as they catered for my specific dietary requirement.. It was just an amazing experience i wish i could do all again. All i would say is you need to go.... otherwise you may regret it later. I know i would !"

17 Jul 16'

Bev Popplewell reviewed: Back to Nature Art Retreat Holiday

"This course was a wonderful experience for so many reasons. Helen had prepared really well and took time with each individual throughout the course, tailoring her suggestions and help according to need. She is an experienced, purposeful artist and you come away brimming with ideas, enthusiasm and "can do" plans. The location was splendid. Relaxing and calm yet stunning and inspiring. Our amazing hosts fed us so well, prepared the hot tub for us and were generally awesome. The whole time away was a real treat and I can't recommend it highly enough."

17 Jul 16'

Brian Minns reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day) (2 people)

"Spent a very informative & pleasant day with Graham. Excellent teacher good hospitality, I will return in due course. Highly recommend his day course ."