Latest reviews

29 Apr 14'

Gill Forward reviewed: Glass fusing with artist Patricia Lee - as seen on BBC1 Home Is Where The Art Is

"Really enjoyed the glass fusion workshop and was very pleased with the plate I made, which now has pride of place in my dining room. I've also attended Patricia's mosaic and stained glass workshops which were brilliant. Having all the materials provided and a good teacher to boot was well worth it. Oh, and the lunch's were very tasty as well!"

29 Apr 14'

Lucille Roche reviewed: Glass fusing with artist Patricia Lee - as seen on BBC1 Home Is Where The Art Is

"Fantastic course, ended up making a lovely dish to stand a candle on and two matching tea light holders. The course was informative with all materials and a lovely lunch provided. I attended with my cousin and we were so impressed that we are going to complete Patricia's mosaic course in June."

28 Apr 14'

Angie Trius reviewed: Glass fusing with artist Patricia Lee - as seen on BBC1 Home Is Where The Art Is

"We loved the mosaic course with Patricia. It was inspirational and very enjoyable!"

28 Apr 14'

Yidan Chen reviewed: The Natural Skin Care Workshop

"It was a lovely one-day course. The workshop was mind-opening: the instruction is easy to follow; the tools and ingredients are surprisingly economic and easy to get. I made some body scrub and soaps straight after the course and they were as good as what I made in the course - and they all didn't last long... Sakeena is very friendly and helpful and genius in her area! Highly recommended."

25 Apr 14'

Jennifer Haigh reviewed: StickMaking Classes/ Courses with Stuart Lawrence Northyorkshire

"I knew very little about stickmaking having only previously done a bit of woodwork at school - so a complete novice. Stuart is humerous, very responsive and very patient - needed in my case! He does not bombard you with a lot of info but takes you through the process step by step always willing to answer any questions and redirect you if you go wrong. First class, highly recommended whatever your skill level. Most enjoyable and rewarding to go home with a finished stick. Brilliant."

25 Apr 14'

Val and Claire reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"What a great day! Mum and I spent a very enjoyable Sunday making a very impressive basket from scratch. Julie was so patient and helpful. This was not something either of us had done before but we both are hooked and have ordered some willow to have a go at home. It's not a sit back and watch day and our hands did ache the next day but well worth it! I would highly recommend this course. Thank you Julie."

25 Apr 14'

Amy H. reviewed: Wild basketry- workshop in the woods, forage your materials

"Thank you so much for a wonderful, and I mean REALLY wonderful day learning about bark, fire making and connecting to nature again, and all the good soul nourishing things that we did. I’m very pleased with my container. Mary said that the workshop was one of the best birthday presents she’s ever had!"

25 Apr 14'

Nick reviewed: Professional Furniture Design and Making course

"I found it excellent, very interesting and i liked the furniture i made. I am thinking of trying long bow making next."

24 Apr 14'

john pollock reviewed: A rustic chair making weekend

"had a wonderful day,working in great space and company.the confidence and knowledge of leaders was so helpful. when you think things are going wrong there, help was great advice soon blew away any doubt.such great day looking forward to another course."

24 Apr 14'

Bob Pix reviewed: Wood turning courses

"Just to say thank you for yesterday, I learnt a lot and now just have to remember and put it into practice - I hope my bad habits are not too far gone. Thank you too for putting me straight on the grinds on my tools, no wonder I couldn’t get on with the spindle gouge. Please thank Susan too for looking after us so well."

24 Apr 14'

Pippa reviewed: One day introduction to fused glass

"Hello I would like to know the date of your next fused glass course, many thanks Pippa"

24 Apr 14'

Richard S. reviewed: Wild basketry- workshop in the woods, forage your materials

"Ruby – I wanted to thank you again for the lovely basket workshop, making coiled grass baskets in the woods. It was so relaxed yet focused, clear modelling with space to crack on and explore with your supportive skills and knowledge on tap."

24 Apr 14'

Guy reviewed: Felt Making Workshops - Stratford upon Avon

"We came to a children's workshop and I made a picture of a hedgehog. It was fun."

24 Apr 14'

Rachel J reviewed: Felt Making Workshops - Stratford upon Avon

"I came with my friend for a special children's feltmaking workshop. We had lots of fun and made a felt picture. There were so many different colours we could use and other things like sari silk and bits of bobbly wool to add texture. It took me ages to decide what to do."

24 Apr 14'

Karen Joseph reviewed: Felt Making Workshops - Stratford upon Avon

"What a fantastic way to spend a morning. I met several new people and created a beautiful piece of felt at the same time. It was really friendly and everything was well-explained. I never knew I could be so talented!"

24 Apr 14'

Marian Burton reviewed: Felt Making Workshops - Stratford upon Avon

"We had a great day at the course, learning new techniques in a cosy friendly atmosphere. Home made cakes and tea were an added bonus. Great value for money so highly recommended."

24 Apr 14'

Sue Good reviewed: Willow Angel and Obelisk Course

"Got this workshop as a birthday present and had a lovely time. Made a wreath and a heart which I planted up at home. It's now been potted 4 months and it looks fab, fully of shoots and greenery, really didn't believe it would look so good when I potted it."

24 Apr 14'

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

"I had a great day. The instruction was clear, and there was always help when we needed it. Having a small class meant there was time for everyone. I hope I can go again some time and lose myself in the fun of creating whatever I dream up! And, as a bonus, lunch was fresh, plentiful and delicious. Thank you, Siobhan!"

24 Apr 14'

Sue Good reviewed: Quilting for beginners

"Had a great time on this workshop, having done 'schoolgirl sewing' many many years ago I decided to give quilting a go. I chose the beginners course and was surprised at how much was involved in the process of quilting. The lovely tutor look us through choice of materials, tools, cutting, blocking and machine stitching. There were 5 beginners on the course all of us were given every assistance, we even got encouraging mid week emails from the tutor. Although everything was included in my course, being able to buy tools and materials from the shop was an added bonus. Would highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to learn the craft of quilting."

23 Apr 14'

Monique reviewed: Celebration Cake Decorating Basics

"“Thank you, Nathalie, for a fabulous day. I really enjoyed your company and learnt such a lot. Everyone is admiring my cake – suppose I will have to cut into it soon but it seems such a shame! Thanks again”"

23 Apr 14'

Simone Huntley-Jones reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"What a fun day and met some lovely fellow students. Julie so calm and patient, however many times she had to show you a technique! Homemade cakes and as many breaks as each person needed. Had a basket to take home, now being used for collecting eggs and good memories every time I use it. Highly recommend the course."

22 Apr 14'

Sweeney69 reviewed: StickMaking Classes/ Courses with Stuart Lawrence Northyorkshire

"This course was brilliant, had a really wonderful time. My wife loved the solid stick i made. Cant fault the course all the equipment provided was brilliant. Will definitely look to attend more courses!!"

22 Apr 14'

Jack reviewed: StickMaking Classes/ Courses with Stuart Lawrence Northyorkshire

"This course was really rewarding, I was a complete novice to start with but by the end of the day I had surpassed my expectations. The stick i made is sturdy as anything - going to test it out on the weekend on a hike!! Overall very impressed."

22 Apr 14'

annie snowden reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"slightly nervous of being a bit exposed while undertaking basket making for the first time. i needn't have worried as basket making with julie king was extremely enjoyable. Time just flew by and by the end of the day a rather lovely basket was made and my understanding of the craft improved. Infact it was so much fun i want to do more !"

22 Apr 14'

Peter Mehta reviewed: A rustic chair making weekend

"I wasn't quite sure what I was getting into when my partner bought me a chair making weekend - but I thoroughly enjoyed myself and have a chair made by myself out of a pile of logs and with minimal use of modern machines. A special bonus for me was to find out that the Borders tradition of community woodlands is still alive and well. Tim Stead would be proud of the work that is continuing in this beautiful part of Scotland."