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12 Mar 14'

mark hughes reviewed: Beginners’ Dry Stone Walling Course

"Could you please forward tom me details of future courses. Thanks, Mark"

12 Mar 14'

Robert Sproul-Cran reviewed: A stool making day

"I really needed a break from the routine - to reconnect my brain with my hands. The atmosphere was supportive and very much tailored to individual ability and experience. I felt that I learned so much, and know that future efforts will benefit from that practical experience. I'm very proud of the chair that I made, and will haunt my family forever to make sure that it's handed down through the generations."

11 Mar 14'

Debbi Reay reviewed: Enamelled jewellery for beginners and improvers - fired glass jewellery techniques

"I am a very crafty person and love mosaics, ceramics and many more. I have just added another craft to my repertoire. Toni's enamelling for beginners course is fantastic. I made 3 lovely pieces today that I can now make into necklaces. Excellent tuition and not at all confusing. 100% recommend you try it. Thank you Toni, I'm hooked!"

11 Mar 14'

Kim Litchfield reviewed: Silk painting workshops

"What an interesting and absorbing way to spend a day. I haven't painted since my teens and was surprised how technical, but easy, silk painting is. Really enjoyed my day and have been back twice to explore this medium. Lovely lunch, relaxed atmosphere, very informative and free to experiment. Excellent."

10 Mar 14'

Sue Wardale reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"I have just enjoyed my third basket making day with Julie, I just keep coming back. Julie is a really patient and calm teacher, with just a small number of students she is able to support each of us individually. Each stage of the basket is clearly demonstrated and there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy the craft. On my third workshop I have made a lovely shopping basket - Julie encouraged me to just keep on weaving and make it happen. The home made cakes are fantastic but it would be wrong of me to suggest that this is a reason to come to Julie's workshops!!!!!!"

10 Mar 14'

Hazel reviewed: Flamework (Lampwork) - Making glass beads for beginners

"My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed the course and felt that it was a great introduction to lampworking techniques and equipment. Toni is a great tutor, friendly, patient and knowledgeable about the subject."

10 Mar 14'

Morris Davies reviewed: Blacksmith Experience Day - North Norfolk

"Had a great day learning a new skill. Roger and James were really helpful and supportive ( I think what I wanted to make was a bit too ambitious) and had a lot of patience. I had no idea that such a day would be so instructive and great fun. Highly recommended; you will not be disappointed."

9 Mar 14'

Kirstie shearer reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"A year on and I went back for more! I spent a wonderfully engrossing day in good company and with excellent food (thank you Graham) what more could you ask for? I was late and the welcome was as warm as ever. We warped up and began to tackle our project 'Kilim'. It is amazing how everyones work differs and the colours were wonderful. I came home with a framed piece of work - Jane now has frames on site - so todays task is to hang it in my growing gallery of Tapestry Weaving. You leave immensely proud of your achievment and there are strange feelings of addiction for a very achievable craft! Now when can I rebook?"

7 Mar 14'

Angie Morris reviewed: Enamelling on copper

"My friend & I has a wonderful day with Dilys we didn't want it to end. We were made so welcome, gained a wealth of knowledge and came away feeling inspired and wanting to continue learning more about enamelling. I would recommend to anyone considering taking up enamelling or just wishing to learn a new skill to do a course with Dilys, she is an excellent, patient teacher. I can't wait till I return to the UK again in July so I can have another day motivational day with Dilys."

7 Mar 14'

Dianne Palmer reviewed: Kiln Formed Glass in Cornwall

"If you want a brilliant day this is the one ! ! Fi is very friendly and makes you most welcome as well as being very clever.The whole day is filled with pleasure, beautiful glass, fascinating to see all the colours, types,designs.To be able to make a small bowl is a the icing on the cake, it will certainly be on display to remind me of a fantastic day. Thank you Fi."

7 Mar 14'

Maggie reviewed: Seaweed Foraging Goodwick, Pembrokeshire

"Jade's understanding of wild food is quite incredible! Her workshop was fun & informative and the food was absolutely delicious. Highly recommended."

7 Mar 14'

Michael reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"I have been attending Sharon's courses for 12 years, she is the most professional tutor you could wish for, she has the ability to see the end product of your carving at the earliest stages of that block of timber that you start with, If you want to achieve good quality carvings whilst having a enjoyable relaxing course in a great atmosphere with lovely people attending this is the place to be, Try and see some of her own personal carvings then you realise how immensely talented she is. Many thanks Sha for the happy years that I spent with you trying to rise to your standard."

5 Mar 14'

Sally reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"This was an excellent, relaxing day in lovely surroundings. Elaine is a very patient tutor and the day was perfect for a complete beginner."

5 Mar 14'

Valerie Chaffer reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"On 04/03/2014 11:23, valerie chaffer wrote: It was good to meet you on Sunday. Thank you very much for a most enjoyable day: good content, excellent and patient instruction and a lovely basket to take home. Kind regards Valerie Chaffer"

4 Mar 14'

Bev reviewed: Mosaic workshop Make a door number using vintage china

"Very nice relaxed atmosphere with excellent tuition."

2 Mar 14'

Maddie Janes reviewed: Mosaic, One Day Workshop

"Last year Jane came to my studio in Pembrokeshire as a guest artist to teach on a workshop week. Jane's precision in glass cutting is amazing and she is a generous teacher and a real inspiration with a brilliant eye for colour and pattern."

2 Mar 14'

lynn grounds reviewed: Mosaic, One Day Workshop

"I attended one of Jane's weekend workshops and had the most wonderful and inspiring time. As a teacher Jane encouraged me to really go for it and see what I could do....I made a mirror which I am so proud of...she is an inspiring teacher....and fab food too!!"

1 Mar 14'

Ruth Moore reviewed: Wood carving and Love Spoons

"Sharon is very friendly and approachable and an excellent teacher. She clearly enjoys sharing her skills and experience with both novices and more experienced carvers. She supports each individual in the most appropriate way for them so we can work to the best of our ability and produce work that we are proud of. Her own pieces are exceptional and inspiring."

28 Feb 14'

H Cocksedge reviewed: Mosaic, One Day Workshop

"Having first seen some of Jane's work at a craft fair, my sister, niece and I were inspired to attended a one-day mosaic workshop at Jane's studio. As none of us had ever done anything like this before, I think we all went feeling slightly nervous - but we needn't have worried! Jane was very welcoming and informative, and gave just the right amount of advice and practical help whilst allowing us to create "masterpieces" which were entirely our own and of which we are very proud! She has also provided some useful follow-up information which will be invaluable when we start on our next pieces at home! (And the lunch was lovely too!!)"

27 Feb 14'

Heather Wilson reviewed: Mosaic, One Day Workshop

"I recently attended Jane's one-day mosaic workshop and had a fantastic time. Jane is extremely knowledgeable about her art, and was easily able to explain and pass on her skills. I managed, with her expert guidance, to produce a glass mosaic picture of which I am extremely proud. A lovely lunch was provided as part of the experience. I'm hoping to continue to use my newly acquired skills."

26 Feb 14'

Irene MARKWICK reviewed: Mosaic, One Day Workshop

"I recently attended a one-day mosaic course at Jane Visick's studio. Not being of an artistic bent I really didn't know what to expect. However Jane was very hospitable and knowledgeable about her subject and I was agreeable surprised with the cockerel plaque I produced. I learnt a lot and am now looking forward to making more mosaics at home. Thanks, Jane."

26 Feb 14'

Vix reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"My friend and I attended a two day weekend course. We loved the fact that we were on the wheel and throwing pots within ten minutes of starting the course. Rowena provided helpful advice but was keen for us to have a go on our own which was great. Her patience and lovely sense of humour were greatly appreciated! The two day course was full and varied but adaptable if you had a particular interest. Rowena's enthusiasm and happy personality made for an interesting and relaxed course. Thank you!"

26 Feb 14'

Emily Miller reviewed: An Introduction to Glassblowing: Half-day Saturday courses

"This is something I've always wanted to try so when I received it as a gift I was very excited! The class size was small (only 3 of us) which meant that we had ample time from Adam to help us create our 3 pieces each. Adam and his staff were friendly and allowed us to be as creative as we'd like. He also gave us demonstrations on making more advanced pieces which was great to see! I will definitely be doing this again! Thanks Adam!"

24 Feb 14'

Cheryl Farnum reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"As a first timer who has started 1 month ago doing this myself in advance to attending the course, Sakeena with her font of knowledge, history and experience of candlemaking, made me feel fully confident that I am heading in the right direction and chosen the right skill that will continue to enhance my creativity. The workshop was a very informative in a friendly environment, every question I posed was answered and clarified. Overall a fun workshop, which I will gladly encourage others to attend."

24 Feb 14'

Catherine reviewed: Enamelled jewellery for beginners and improvers - fired glass jewellery techniques

"I have had a lesson with Toni and found it very worth while. Toni taught me the basics of enamelling onto copper and I was able to complete three pieces before the end of the lesson. Toni had lots of materials, enamel powders and decorative items (glass beads etc...) that I was able to choose from. I would defiantly recommend, it was great value and Toni is a great teacher."