Latest reviews

16 Jan 17'

Sheena Thomas reviewed: Glass fusing class - powders and enamels

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day, Sarah kept us busy and the time flew by. I would definitely recommend it."

16 Jan 17'

Lally Quayle reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"I had such fun! Once you have done this course you can rag rug as Elspeth explains the steps so clearly. She gives you the confidence to have a go. I recommend this course whole heartedly."

16 Jan 17'

Karen Willis reviewed: Full day pottery workshop, hand building and throwing in the New Forest.

"What a wonderful day! My partner and I have just completed a one day workshop with Claire and thoroughly enjoyed it all. Claire guided us (very patiently) through several techniques including using the potters wheel. Claire very carefully managed our time with her so that neither one of us were waiting to make our next item. Refreshments when we arrived and the light lunch were very welcome and just right. We both made several items including bowls, coasters and nightlights and will be returning soon to collect them once they have been fired. Give it a try you will be surprised as we were what you are able to create."

16 Jan 17'

Martin Lane reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"A most enjoyable and inspiring day. Mark is an excellent tutor; patient, clear with his instructions and imparting a wealth of knowledge and advice on equipment, technique and safety. I attended a one day course and came a way with a real sense of achievement, having a had a thoroughly good day. Pieces of spare wood have far more potential than I once thought. Now for the purchase of a lathe and tools with which to realise their potential ! Many thanks."

16 Jan 17'

John Nuttall reviewed: Steam-Bending Courses in Cumbria

"Great course learnt so much from Charlie."

16 Jan 17'

Vanessa reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"Really had an excellent day. Jo was lovely, her house amazing and the candle making experience has really given me the bug to carry on learning. Such good value I brought away so many lovely candles etc, which I made myself. I have been a Yankee candle addict for quite a while, but the fragrance from the ones I made with Jo are just lovely. Thank you again Jo for a truly lovely experience. Highly recommend"

16 Jan 17'

Tirion Roberts reviewed: Steam-Bending Courses in Cumbria

"Tremendous teacher, I would highly recommend this course to anyone. Very inspiring, i am still messing about with steam boxes made from kingspan in the garden bending any piece of wood in sight! Charlie is to wood bending what Jimi was to Fenders, 100% rock and roll and a really nice bloke, get on it."

16 Jan 17'

Christine Taylor reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"I attended Jo's candle making course as a bit of fun with a friend. I enjoyed the whole experience, Jo's house is amazing and a very relaxing environment to learn a new skill, and her hospitality is outstanding. Jo is certainly very knowledgeable and made the process very straight forward, more so than I initially thought before attending. The course is value for money as you not only come away learning how to make candles but with a bag full of goodies which you have made yourself. I would 100% recommend Jo's workshop to anyone who is thinking of a new hobby or business."

16 Jan 17'

Claire Pearce reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"My two daughters, aged 8 and 12 both thoroughly enjoyed the sculpture workshop over the school holiday. They wanted to go each morning and were both very pleased and proud of what they made under Beatrice's expert guidance."

16 Jan 17'

Karen Turnbull reviewed: Woodturning courses in Hampshire - Beginners and improvers wood turning courses - Turn British, all British lathes!!

"I great morning out with my dad and a lovely bowl made to take home. Thank you."

16 Jan 17'

Liz Carr-Archer reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making - Ely

"I had a great time. Jonathan is very easy to get along with. Nice lunch. I did learn things. I'll be going back. I would recommend him."

16 Jan 17'

Beatrix Baker reviewed: Steam-Bending Courses in Cumbria

"A really fun and informative few days. Fast paced and very of hands on!"

16 Jan 17'

Ellen reviewed: CERTIFICATE : Making Natural Luxury Anti-ageing skincare products (Toner, Serum, and Face Cream)

"I couldn't find a proper class teaching how to make my own lotion then stumbled on this one. It was such a helpful class, learned so much and went home with my own lotion. I would definitely recommend this class to anyone that's looking for a practical course on making lotions and creams."

16 Jan 17'

Annemarie O'Sullivan reviewed: Chair Making Courses

"I loved everything about making a chair in the woods with Danny. Beautiful woods, lovely company, the best cups of tea. The teaching was clear, gentle, unpressured.There was lots of time to get lost in the process and then time to really focus and learn. it didn't matter that I was an absolute novice. I'm SO proud of my chair.! Thanks Danny."

16 Jan 17'

Caroline Richens reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"What a fantastic activity for children and adults alike. My daughter has loved the pottery mornings and wants to do more. Beatrice is always encouraging to pupils in their ideas while offering excellent advice on how to achieve success in sculpting."

16 Jan 17'

Sian Liwiki reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"My 12 year old daughter has very much enjoyed this workshop and learnt a lot. Beatrice is very knowledgeable and relates well to children. She is patient but doesn't talk down to children and encourages them to reach their full potential. Would recommend any budding sculptors to try this workshop out!"

16 Jan 17'

Lisa Yeung reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"We enjoyed a birthday sculpture workshop with another family to celebrate my son's 10th birthday. We were a cosy group of five people -2 adults and 3 kids - and it was the perfect size. A fantastic way to engage kids in purposeful activity under the encouragement and tuition of a skilled sculptor that is Beatrice Hoffman. Highly recommended to kids and adults who are interested in experiencing the joy of creating clay objects with their hands."

16 Jan 17'

Ruth Marciniak reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"My 11 year old son and I did a two day workshop with Beatrice. She is an excellent teacher, very knowledgeable, inspiring, encouraging and patient. She is also very intuitive in knowing how to provide the right support to get the best from an individual. The workshop is a lovely space to work in."

16 Jan 17'

Claire reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"Our family (2 adults + children aged 9 and 11) attended 2 days of summer workshops and had the best time. Beatrice is an encouraging and patient teacher and we all learned a lot and created things we didn't think we were capable of. And yes it was great fun for all ages! highly recommendedClaire"

16 Jan 17'

Erin Gentry reviewed: Felt slippers - felt-making workshop with Debra Esterhuizen

"We had an excellent time on this course. Debra is a great teacher, who explains things clearly and seems to have endless patience. Her studio is calm and comfortable in a lovely building. She has gorgeous wool supplies in lots of luscious colours, and the slippers i made are not only comfortable, but they are more beautiful than anything I have seen in a shop. I highly recommend this course."

16 Jan 17'

Claire reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

16 Jan 17'

Yasuko Moran reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"Beatrice is very good at teaching the details about sculpture. Beatrice offered advice on how to scrape and observe from different angles etc..and also introduced the different type of tools and how to use them. Beatrice can identify what students want to know and do. We all enjoyed the sculpture lesson and had a wonderful experience!"

16 Jan 17'

Liz Miller reviewed: Clay sculpture workshops - Monday evening

"I just received my fired model and I'm so pleased with it. Have actually even had a couple of compliments about it - thanks so much for helping me put it together. It was great day ( a few months ago now), just a shame you're not nearer so I could do another one. Many thanks again! Liz"

16 Jan 17'

Dave reviewed: Chair Making Courses

"For a complete novice to end up with an amazing chair at the end of a week is testament to Danny's skill and patience .Great company,awesome surroundings,fantastic teaching and home baked treats! A truly inspiring week . I'll be back ."

16 Jan 17'

Wendy Mattinson reviewed: Felt slippers - felt-making workshop with Debra Esterhuizen

"Went on a slipper making course last weekend. I had a wonderful day with great people. Debra is a lovely, warm person whose knowledge and enthusiasm for her craft is infectious to all around her. Great day - and I came home with a fab pair of slippers !! Go ahead and book for Debra's courses - you won't regret it."