Latest reviews

richard watts reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Hanbury Hall

"This was a really lovely two days at Hanbury Hall. My wife bought this for me as a birthday present, so I didn't really have any agenda, just enjoyed getting lost in the wood carving experience. I had never done this before, but Geraint was a knowledgeable and sympathetic tutor, and guided us through the course. I managed to produce a passable result, if not up to Michelangelo or Bernini standard. Geraint suggested I burn it afterwards (a finishing technique not a comment on my work!) which has given it a very nice look. Will need a few months for my fingers and back to go back to normal I expect, (despite plenty of coffee and lunch breaks) but well worth the effort!"

Aidan reviewed: Scandinavian Shrink Pots

"I thoroughly enjoyed the course. We started with a chunk of tree branch and ended up with a very attractive and unusual pot. Mike really knows his stuff and has a good balance between keeping a close eye on what we're doing while letting us get on with it and try different skills."

Jenny reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"I had a wonderful day working at Rudi’s forge learning a new skill with some fantastic teaching. I chose to make a knife but we also managed a keychain, coat hook. I’m very proud of the results! Rudi gave great explanations and then the perfect balance of letting me get on with it independently whilst still checking in on how I was getting on. I wholeheartedly recommend!"

Aardvark Blacksmithing responded:

"Thank you Jenny for your review It was a pleasure and I’ve rememberd the scientific bits regarding working tempratures That I usually forget so ta for asking … bright orange is around 1000degreas .! I Think you worked well on things and made some really nice peices Thanks Rudi "

Sharon reviewed: Fused glass workshop - make a colourful curve and two light catchers - Forest Row

"I thoroughly enjoyed this course. Jayne is an excellent teacher, who explains things really well. She has a mountain of resources to chose from and freely offers advice. I would like to do this course again- it was so good. "

Linda reviewed: 1hr Potter's Wheel Heskin, Chorley

"We had great fun doing the 1 hour pottery course. Hannah was a super instructor giving clear instructions, encouragement and help where needed. Inspired by The Great Pottery Throwdown, I’m so glad that we finally gave it a go ourselves and we didn’t do too badly either. "

The Crafty potter responded:

"Thanks for your lovely Review Linda, it was fab having you join us in the studio See you soon Sharon x"

Sally reviewed: Set of 3 sterling silver stacking rings in New Romney, Kent

"I thoroughly enjoy my time with Yoland and John making the staking rings. I will be going back at some point."

Rich Byatt reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Really enjoyable weekend, good to experience new skills, very nice group of people to journey with. Sebastian gave clear instruction to get us started, frequent encouragement, regular guidance and very helpful constructive criticism, always able to fully answer any questions posed. Very dusty, muscles given good workout, creativity accomplished from a solid block of stone. Strongly recommend. "

Di reviewed: Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

"I did a Kintsugi course run by Lucy yesterday, it was really well organised, clear instructions and we all came away with a completed Kintsugi bowl. I’d taken a couple of broken items, a jug which I repaired with Lucy’s help and a large dish which she told me how to repair at home. So I very happily came away with a bowl, my repaired jug and the knowledge to be able to repair the dish. She even sold kits with everything, so no struggling to find the right tools and materials for your next project. "

Chloe Smith reviewed: Silver Jewellery Stacking Rings Workshop (Sundays)

"Absolutely amazing course. I loved it and Rachel was very patient. I am definitely going to attend another course run by Rachel! She's amazing."

Caroline Johnson reviewed: maltese limestone carving at mount pleasant gardens

"Andrew was an excellent tutor giving helpful advice and insights whenever required and leaving us plenty of scope and time to find our own way forwards. It was a thoroughly enjoyable 2 days and I think everyone enjoyed it and was really pleased with their final pieces. Great fun and I would highly recommend this course. "

Andrew Worthington Stone Carving Workshops responded:

"Hi Caroline im glad you enjoyed the workshop and thank you for your kind review. Andrew "

Ben reviewed: Woodturning tuition in Wiltshire

"Excellent teacher and enjoyable day's course"

Andys woodworking responded:

"I’m glad you enjoyed the course Ben -looking forward to seeing you again "

Shab reviewed: Painting classes and workshops with Kate Freeman

"I recently had the joy of attending a half-day art class with Kate at her beautiful studio, it was such a nourishing experience. We worked with different pencils, brushes and paints. As someone who doesn’t paint often, I felt completely at ease and inspired. Kate creates an atmosphere that is warm, welcoming, and gently encouraging. A space where everyone’s creativity feels valued. The class was so well-paced, with plenty of time to play, experiment, and have fun with colours and brushstrokes. I came away feeling both calm and alive, and so grateful to have spent this time reconnecting with my creative self. If you’re looking for a class that feels spacious, supportive, and truly uplifting, I can’t recommend it enough."

Coach House Studio responded:

"Thats wonderful Shab, I'm so glad you had such an enriching experience. You made some fabulous drawings - it was a very rewarding session for me too!"

Helen reviewed: Alcohol Ink Painting

"What a great day! Alcohol ink painting is unpredictable, exciting and very satisfying. Barbara shares a wealth of knowledge and is on hand throughout to answer, guide and encourage. I left with several papers and tiles and today have been out to get frames so I can display them with pride. Highly recommend!"

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"I'm so pleased that you had fun with the alcohol Inks, you created some amazing designs. I'll look forward to seeing them framed :-) and pop them on here ! 😁"

Hellen Edwards reviewed: Willow Round Shopping Basket

"Fabulous. Victoria has the patience of a saint. Over the moon with the finished product and cannot wait to try another. "

Ann and Gavin reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"Great course, we now have two wonderful carvings. Teaching was excellent and very patient. Thanks for a brilliant day out!!"

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Thank you, glad you enjoyed the course x"

Janet reviewed: Weave a patterned scarf in a day - Harrogate

"I thoroughly enjoyed this course and am very proud of the scarf I made. Anne is so knowledgeable and enthusiastic about weaving and such a patient and encouraging teacher"

Jaqui reviewed: Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

"Great course, really well paced and very nice to come away with a finished item at the end. Lucy was very friendly, knowledgeable and interesting, and gave really clear information at all stages, lots of help and encouragement. Would recommend. "

Corrina Grffiths reviewed: Mosaics for Beginners - West Sussex

"Lovely teacher patient and explained well. Supportive- thank you Wendy for your help with our mosaic clocks"

Ella reviewed: Make your own Hiking Staff, Walking Stick or Foraging Crook

"I booked this as a birthday gift for my dad to attend with him and what a wonderful day we had. Hannah was so friendly and welcoming when we arrived and you could tell from the off how experienced and knowledgeable she was not just in staff making, but a wide variety of bush courses. My dad absolutely loved it, as did I & we had such a lovely time together and with the other “students” on the course. When looking for another “experience” or course gift, I’d be sure to look at Hannah’s other available courses as based off the staff making, it would be fabulous! "

Natural Pathways Bushcraft responded:

"Thank you so much, Ella. I'm delighted that you and your dad enjoyed the Staff Making Day, and that he appreciated his birthday gift. A big thank you as well for recommending our courses, it truly means a lot. I look forward to seeing you again soon!. Best wishes Hannah "

Maureen Campbell reviewed: Fluid Art-Acrylic Pouring

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Lorraine was very informative and helped us to produce some super pieces. Definitely recommended and would certainly return at some point."

Art By Lorraine Kim responded:

"Hi Maureen/Mike, Thank you so much for the lovely review x"

Tommy reviewed: Mosaic tile taster class

"Had a great time with my mum making mosaics! Will be back again soo to do some more."

Mosaic Workshops in the Garden Room responded:

"It was a fabulous class and you made some super work. You would be very welcome to come again. BW Ali x"

Beth reviewed: Stained Glass using the Copper Foil Technique

"Spent a fantastic day with Elaine, she's incredibly knowledgeable and a great teacher. Every single process was explained well and she was on hand to help if needed at every stage. I've come away with a piece of art which I'm incredibly proud of, which is already on display. Can't recommend this enough!"

Stained Glass by Elaine Alexandra responded:

"Thank you for reviewing your workshop. I am so pleased you are proud of your project and I hope you will enjoy looking at it for a long time to come. With Best Wishes Elaine"

David and Kirsty reviewed: Full day pottery experience, Heskin Chorley

"My wife and I attended this course in July. We were warmly greeted and made to feel comfortable. The day included wheel throwing, coil building and painting. We chose to complete the thrown pots rather than paint, so that we could return to glaze them at another session. Thoroughly enjoyed the day. Highly recommended. "

The Crafty potter responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review, you both did amazing- your pots are drying nicely. see you soon Sharon xx"

Juliet reviewed: Dry flowers-half wreath making

"I had a lovely time and took home a beautiful wreath "

Stuart Hillston reviewed: Create a mosaic in a day in Yorkshire with professional mosaic artist Sue Kershaw

"What a perfect day this was. A lovely location, a superb tutor who was engaging and patient, and a course which was well-balanced and paced to enable a beginner to complete a piece of work they can be proud of. The venue was excellent, and I enjoyed spending time with the other participants. I highly recommend this course, and any other Sue runs!"

Sue Kershaw responded:

"Thank you Stuart, I really appreciate your kind comments. It was really lovely to meet you and look forward to seeing your raku tessearae."