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Charlotte Elizabeth reviewed: One day needle felting workshop with Celestine and the Hare

"I really enjoyed the day with Karin. She is an excellent teacher and shares her expertise generously. I have a fair amount of experience with needle felting but felt that I learned so much. It is so good to find new ways of doing things and use different fibres. The other people on the course were fun and the conversation flowed too. We were treated with cake, tea and coffee in between the felting. I would recommend the courses to anyone, whether a total beginner or someone with experience, as Karin works in a way that benefits all."

Jackie Weynberg reviewed: Beginners Weaving with the Rigid Heddle Loom - at All in a Spin

"Great day and so nice to be able to take something home at the end of the day that I had produced. I have now finished all the tassels on my scarf and I am looking forward to wearing it. The course is a very good introduction to weaving and by the time you leave at the end of the day you feel confident in the skills you have learnt."

Lesa Vander Bie reviewed: Paint The Tree of YOUR Life art & personal development

"Kassi's Paint The Tree of YOUR Life is a beautiful journey of healing and self-discovery. Through her caring and empathic curiosity, Kas provides respect and support for whatever level of sharing and 'opening up' you feel comfortable with. It's a magical process of traversing through your own inner 'forest' as your beautiful tree unfolds the treasures that await your heart. I would encourage you to consider her class. Kassi's gift as an Artist and Therapist and the loving, private classmate-shared experience touched me deeply."

Sara reviewed: One day needle felting workshop with Celestine and the Hare

"I've done workshops with Karin before and always learn something new! Her teaching style is relaxed and fun, and works equally well for complete beginners and people who've done some felting before. I really enjoyed making a squirrel."

Steve Reay reviewed: Stone Carving (relief & 3D) sculpture for Beginners/Ints. - 3D- with Simon Keeley: a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Welcoming,rural setting with tasty,nutritious food. Facilities are in renovated Cumbrian farm cottage and outbuildings -comfortable and spacious. The venue is run very well by Annie. Simon is an attentive tutor,whose skills in Stonecarving are amazing. He is friendly and supportive - and manages to produce good works from his pupils by attentive and directed instruction. He makes the course very enjoyable and successful for all on this introduction to Stone carving."

Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden and Barns responded:

"Many thanks for submitting feedback about your Quirky course, we appreciate the time and effort this involves. Hopefully, we will see you on another occasion at Greystoke... with best wishes Annie & co x"

Andrea Higginbottom reviewed: Introduction to Greenwood Spoon Carving- Beginners Eating Spoon

"Fantastic course - Nadine and Gaz were brilliant and Myles loved ever minute and is really keen to do more, they made loads of things and he is really proud of his achievements! Thank you!"

Brian B reviewed: Wood Engraving Printmaking with Peter Brown at New Brewery Arts - Gloucestershire

"A wonderful arts centre that I am really glad to have found. I learnt today that I have skills and abilities that I never knew I had!"

Julie Parker reviewed: Modern calligraphy at New Brewery Arts - Cotswolds, Gloucestershire

"Very good fun"

Jane Edwards reviewed: Modern calligraphy at New Brewery Arts - Cotswolds, Gloucestershire

"Super vibrant delivery, very knowledgeable and good atmosphere. Learnt all the alphabet letters and formation, how to use equipment and how to be patient and improvement will come with practice."

Sarah Whitehouse reviewed: Make a Silver bangle at New Brewery Arts - Cotswolds, Gloucestershire

"Excellent class thoroughly enjoyed it!"

Julie B reviewed: Make a Silver bangle at New Brewery Arts - Cotswolds, Gloucestershire

"Really delighted with my bangle, lovely teacher, I would recommend. Great lunch and good service."

Sarah Whitehouse reviewed: Ceramics at New Brewery Arts with Abi Leach, Wednesday morning or afternoon, or Thursday morning or afternoon- New Brewery Arts Cotswolds Gloucestershire

"Thank you Abi and New Brewery arts. I had a really great day! Abi was friendly and patient and explained everything brilliantly."

Anna Trusty reviewed: Ceramics at New Brewery Arts with Abi Leach, Wednesday morning or afternoon, or Thursday morning or afternoon- New Brewery Arts Cotswolds Gloucestershire

"Fantastic workshop; very friendly atmosphere, plenty of 1:1 help."

Janet reviewed: Candle making workshops

"An excellent course! I had a wonderful day ... I made loads of candles with different mediums/ colours/ scents. A really interesting, fun and enjoyable day ... Angharad creates a warm and friendly atmosphere in the workshop. Thank you!"

Gillian reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"I had a great day with Jo learning all the tips and tricks of the trade. I wanted to learn how to make candles so I could enjoy them at home. In the past, I had bought many different candles in beautiful bowls/glasses and wanted to learn how to refill them. My daughter and I had a great day and we both went home with lovely candles. Thank you Jo!"

Tiffany reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"We had a fantastic day with Jo, candle making extraordinaire! Our aim was to learn how to make candles for our jellewery business, we had tried learn on our own but couldn't get it. A day with Jo helped us iron out all of our questions and gain a huge array of knowledge. The course is great for people who want to learn for themselves or for a business. The best part is you get to take home a huge array of candles and goodies."

Karli Holmes reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"Dawn and her cats welcomed us into her home and made us all feel comfortable and relaxed. We each had different levels of experience but Dawn spent time with us individually, giving practical advice and inspiration. This enabled us each to create something to the best of our ability. Dawn provided all the materials and thread and had lots of samples if we were lacking inspiration. We were supplied with cups of tea and delicious homemade cake. I enjoyed the day immensely and learned a huge amount."

Ali Kitchener reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"I went to Beatrice’s class as a taster session, a gift from my husband and soon found that I loved it! Beatrice is informative, talented and encouraging and it opens my mind to the artistic side of life! I love being “an artist” for a few hours a week and developing a side of myself that was buried deep within."

Carole reviewed: Art & Craft Days - Clutch Bag - Freestyle Machine Embroidery with Alex Waylett

"Just wanted to say a very big Thank You for such a lovely day yesterday at your wonderful studio with Alex on the clutch bag course. My sister and myself had a very enjoyable time learning to make the bag and the amazing afternoon tea. Well done to you both for putting together such a great venue, I will definitely be returning to do some more of the courses. Kind Regards, Carole"

Anne Batley reviewed: Willow 'sculpture of your choice' - one day workshops with Willowtwisters

"A thoroughly enjoyable day. Very informative, friendly and inspiring course. Lots of individual tuition & everyone on the course was able to complete or almost finish their sculptures due to helpful suggestions on choice before the day. The rather damp, cold day didn’t stop us, though a lovely lunch did help to keep us going . Extremely pleased with my day's work - Graham the Greyhound!!"

Julie James reviewed: M

"What a blissful day ... I went for some therapeutic and creative time ... and it delivered! Maddie was a great teacher and great company. Plus, I came away with a memorable owl! Highly recommend for a memorable day."

Kevin reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"What a great course. Right from the get go, the welcome was warm and that set the tone for the whole weekend. Safety covered, you are straight in. Infectious enthusiasm from Natalie. Massive fun trying all sorts of tools and techniques with great instruction and help from the team. I found myself driving home the following Friday wishing that I was going back for another weekend. Highly recommended."

Carwyn Dwyer reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I can't thank you guys enough ... I had an awesome day, and came away buzzing with the one and only craft done by myself :) The coat hooks I made will make a lovely addition to my house . Teaching was expertly broken down to easy steps, all coming together brilliantly. Can't wait to book onto another course soon. Food was lovely and home prepared, lemon drizzle cake to die for. Thank you once again Adrian , Debbie and the whole team that made this run so well . Carwyn"

Sarah and Alice Runnacles reviewed: Fused Glass - Taster

"Such an enjoyable experience, Julie is so enthusiastic and informative about her craft- my daughter and I had a lovely time and were delighted with our finished product! Have already booked to go again. Thoroughly recommend!"

Julies Handcrafted Glass responded:

"Thank you lovely to meet you both and look forward to seeing you soon"

Kim Bennett reviewed: Paint The Tree of YOUR Life art & personal development

"I took Kas's online Tree of Life course on the recommendation of a friend, I'm so glad I did! I haven't done any painting for over 30 years, not since I was at school and my biggest concern was making mistakes and messing it all up. One of the things that the course taught me was that 'mistakes' are oftentimes precursors to something very special. A great metaphor for life! Kas is kind, generous, hugely compassionate and insightful. The course is fun, occasionally challenging (in a good way) and enlightening. I hope to be painting for many years to come. Highly recommended."