Latest reviews

18 Oct 16'

Linda B reviewed: Firebird Forge Blacksmithing School

"I am writing to provide feedback following my attendance at the day course run by David Mortimer (Mort) on 11th October 2016. I found the course to be educational, professional and most of all, enjoyable. Mort has a vast knowledge of many different subjects and it was fascinating listening to him impart various tales. His detailed and careful instruction while working on the forge was obviously the best part of the experience. I came away feeling really satisfied that it was a day well spent and i would recommend it to anybody who has an interest in this type of activity. Thanks Mort, my old man who also attended is still talking about it."

18 Oct 16'

Tony Nicoll reviewed: Encaustic art beginners class - paint with molten wax

"I have just a 1:1 half day course on encaustic art with Toni Peers. Having dabbled in this form of art some years ago I had a basic idea of what to do but this course provided an excellent reminder of the various techniques I had previously tried as well as teaching me some new ones. Very enjoyable and extremely well taught."

18 Oct 16'

Sarah B reviewed: Willow 'Hen and Cockerels' with Phil Bradley: a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Ullswater and The Lake District

"I have been twice now for willow weaving and the whole day is amazing from start to finish. Thank you so much"

18 Oct 16'

Dave A reviewed: Traditional English Longbow making outdoor course - a 2-day 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Just done a 2 day Longbow making course here with Tony Saunders of YnotCoppice. The venue is absolutely excellent! Non stop stream of tea, coffee, home made biscuits, flapjack, soup,puddings and scones! The views are fantastic as well. Thanks Annie and your helpers."

18 Oct 16'

Lee H reviewed: Traditional English Longbow making outdoor course - a 2-day 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Had a great weekend making a long bow. Very welcoming place with great food and a lovely host. Thanks for the gluten free cookies too Annie"

18 Oct 16'

Diana H reviewed: Make a Marvellous Messenger Bag with 'Hole House' Bags: A 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"The best course I have ever been on and the welcome and food was fabulous! Thank you"

18 Oct 16'

Jean H reviewed: Make a Marvellous Messenger Bag with 'Hole House' Bags: A 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Had a fantastic day with wonderful people, Emma and the whole course was great and the food was amazing - thank you"

18 Oct 16'

Joanne T reviewed: Introduction to Photography ~ One day Beginners' workshop with Danielle Ledbury : a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Did a weaving workshop then a stone carving workshop. Wonderful tuition and fab food."

18 Oct 16'

Izzy R reviewed: Whittling Birds in Wood ... the Woodpecker - with Dave Harter, a 'Quirky Workshop' nr Ullswater & the Lake District

"Greystoke cycle cafe is set in such a beautiful location. Annie and all the staff were so welcoming. The food made me want to move in with them. The 'bird in a day' course was so much fun, David is such an incredible teacher and artist. I would highly recommend a visit and doing a course, I will definitely be back. Thank you xx"

18 Oct 16'

Sarah B reviewed: Willow 'Hen and Cockerels' with Phil Bradley: a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Ullswater and The Lake District

"My sister and I visited today to take part in the Willow Deer making course and we loved it. Phil Bradley was great at guiding us through the process of willow weaving and the lunch and refreshments we received from Annie were great. The glorious weather certainly helped make it a great day too, but best of all we got to take home our finished deer sculpture. We will definitely be back!!!"

18 Oct 16'

Serena SB reviewed: Create your own pattern for Dressmaking '- the Tunic Block' a Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Hi, I've just attended the pattern cutting day. It was wonderful. Very enjoyable, great tuition and brilliant food. Highly recommended."

18 Oct 16'

Ali Clarke reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"What a thoroughly enjoyable course! I have been wanting to learn needle felting for some time now and finally got round to booking a workshop which I attended yesterday (18th October) in Herefordshire. Michelle is an excellent teacher and started us off well with the basics, but kept things moving to ensure we would leave at the end of the day with something we were pleased with. She explained everything very clearly along with a good sense of humour and spent time with each of us throughout the day to help and guide us. There were 8 of us on the course which I thought was an ideal number. A delicious lunch and afternoon cakes and drinks were also provided. The day just whizzed by! We were given the felting needles and mats to take home and also enough wool to be able to make any finishing touches to our creations. I will definitely be booking on another of Michelle's workshops to try my hand at a different animal!! In summary - great teacher, great course, great location, great value for money!!!"

18 Oct 16'

Rob Stevens reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"Brilliant day! A great location and the course was just right as an introduction to blacksmithing. A relaxed atmosphere and the tutor provided good support and was very patient!!"

18 Oct 16'

Sue Bennett reviewed: Introduction to Spoon Carving

"Well what can I say, an absolutely fantastic day. I learnt loads and thoroughly enjoyed myself. (I didn't want the day to end) Chris is a very patient and supportive tutor who is full of encouragement. I came away at the end of the day with a greater understanding of wood, the craft of spoon making and full of inspiration. What a wonderful setting, so tranquil and beautiful. A lovely lunch and plenty of cake too. I just want to say thank you Chris, and I will be back to try the pole lathe course. Just off to my garage to start my next spoon :)"

17 Oct 16'

Olivia Smith reviewed: Full day leather craft workshop

"I am currently a final year Decorative Arts student. I had never worked with leather before, and as I'm planning on producing a leather product for my final degree show - I knew that Rosanna's accessories workshop would be perfect for me. I made a card holder embossed with initials, a purse and a belt. I couldn't have asked for a better teacher. Rosanna was patient, informative and allowed me to pick her brain about suppliers, tools and leather characteristics. I now know about the different types of leather, colours available, treatments, techniques and all of the possibilities of leather. I went away knowing so much invaluable information and I am very grateful to have found her on Craft Courses. I now feel more confident than ever taking leatherwork on for my final degree show. I highly recommend this course. She has set me up brilliantly for going ahead with leatherwork in my own studio. It was a pleasure to meet Rosanna."

17 Oct 16'

Victoria reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"Really enjoyed the course and came away inspired to use my new found rag rug making skills! Elspeth was very welcoming and patient explaining the techniques. Would thoroughly recommend this course."

17 Oct 16'

Two day willow work reviewed: Basket Making – two day course

"This is an absolutely brilliant course. It's the second one I've done and had the same tutor. She is patient, clear, organised and very very good. Highly recommend this course and have already planned to do another."

17 Oct 16'

Pippa & Arron reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"We had a fantastic day! everything we wanted from a blacksmithing experience and more Thanks to Adrian, Debbie and Andy. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic day of traditional craftwork with a unique piece for your home at the end of it- you will not be disappointed!"

17 Oct 16'

Nick Healey reviewed: Blacksmithing Introductory Workshop - One Day

"A relaxed atmosphere. Just 2 students to one instructor so you had plenty of help / attention. The day passed very quickly."

17 Oct 16'

Jo Taylor reviewed: One-to-one mount cutting for your next exhibition

"The Introduction to Mount Cutting course offered a very well balanced mix of tuition and hands on practical experience. Lynne explained the principles and best practice of how to present your work, gave clear step by step instructions (including useful handouts to take home!), and helpful demonstrations of how to measure, mark up and cut your mounts. We had each brought our own projects to the workshop, and the small group size meant that Lynne was able to give everybody plenty of individual attention and advice. By the end of the day I had cut several very professional-looking mounts, and would now feel confident to achieve this on my own. All in all an excellent course, and a very enjoyable and useful day."

17 Oct 16'

Andrea reviewed: Monthly fused glass club

"Really lovely way to spend a Friday afternoon. Elisa is very supportive and has lots of ideas. The class is a great opportunity to learn about cutting and shaping glass. Fab cups of tea and homemade cake too!"

17 Oct 16'

Gillian King reviewed: Monthly fused glass club

"The coasters l made are the envy of my friends. I have to ensure that l count them before they leave. Everything l have made has been a joy and Elisa steers us through any tricky bits. Waiting for the results is so exciting. I am glad that l found this heavenly craft, and look forward to each session with glee."

17 Oct 16'

Karen Thompson reviewed: Monthly fused glass club

"A lovely way to spend a relaxed afternoon working with bits of coloured glass and, amazingly, Eliza takes it away and firing the glass turns your crafted item into something very pretty."

17 Oct 16'

Andy reviewed: Two day leather work course - bag making

"Thanks for an amazing two days, really pleased with the skills learnt due to the great tuition received from Jason. The workshop is a really nice environment. The bag looks great new, but also looking forward to it ageing with me!"

17 Oct 16'

Verna Brodie reviewed: Making large traditional Floor Rag Rugs with Emma Tennant: a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Hi Annie Once again a really lovely day at your lovely home. You are so welcoming and I will be back again, I actively lok for what I can fit in next. Emma was a fabulous instructor and I feel well eqipped to make a rug from start to finish (which hopefully will be a thing of beauty-but no matter, I will still be immensely proud of it!) With kind regards Verna"