Latest reviews

30 Mar 16'

Louise Dixon reviewed: Mosaics for the home and garden

"It began with a beginners day course and now I'm hooked. Working in Frances's studio in the garden by the river, it's the perfect way to create your own mosaic designs. Her tuition is excellent and helps point you in the right direction with her vast experience."

30 Mar 16'

Patricia Bragg reviewed: Introduction to silk painting - workshop at The Mulberry Shed

"I really enjoyed taking part in this silk painting course with Sheila. She is a very talented artist, and a patient, excellent teacher. I love my beautiful long scarf which Sheila steamed, ironed and posted on to me in a beautifully wrapped parcel a few days later. I would definitely like to do another workshop so I can make another one! Sheila's workshop is fantastically set up and very comfortable to work in. I wholeheartedly recommend this course to everyone. It was an amazingly fun day"

29 Mar 16'

Doug Narding reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"Was given a gift voucher for one of Jonathan's course as a Christmas present, to be honest was a bit skeptical at first as it was well out of my comfort zone...but, wow, what a day, have now totally been bitten by the silver bug. Jonathan's straight forward explanation of how to do things made me feel comfortable from the beginning, we worked through the basics and his support and mentoring was invaluable. Can't recommend it enough, whether you are a complete novice like me or someone with some idea about jewellery making."

29 Mar 16'

Caroline Crossley reviewed: Skelton Rangers Summer Playscheme (for 8-12 yrs)

"My daughter took part in this playscheme, and it was brilliant, a real contrast to some of the more commercial playschemes she has attended before. The staff really looked after her, and she learnt loads of skills about bushcraft and nature, played loads of games and spent pretty much the whole week outdoors. She slept well too....! Thoroughly recommended."

29 Mar 16'

Caroline Crossley reviewed: Making Goat's cheese and butter at Skelton Grange!

"I have attended three of Craig Worrall's foraging courses now, that's how brilliant they are! The goat's cheese making course was really informative, and it was a bonus to go foraging for herbs and wild garlic to personalise my cheese. I now know how to make it at home too!"

29 Mar 16'

Caroline Crossley reviewed: Small Wire Birds sculpture workshop with Chris Moss

"Chris Moss is a wonderful tutor, and she supported me and the others in the class to make a beautiful wire goose, which I treasure. Other people in the class made ducks and chickens, and they looked great as a flock at the end! Do look up Chris Moss and her work, it really is brilliant."

29 Mar 16'

Gwyneth Wright reviewed: Organza Flowers

"What better way to spend an early spring day than driving through the lovely Somerset countryside followed by an afternoon learning how to make several different styles of gorgeous organza flowers in good company. Yvonne doesn't just take you through the process, she passes on lots of options and tips along the way, and willingly shares information to make your continuing flower-making experience a happy one."

29 Mar 16'

John Wheeler reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"My wife and I had a very enjoyable day. Luckily Ricky is an extremely patient and friendly instructor and from the photos we can see that our 'creations' worked out very well. We would thoroughly recommend the course."

29 Mar 16'

Stephanie Talliss-Foster reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"A well-organised class in a great location. The pace of the learning was great and because of the smaller group numbers, everyone could progress at their own comfort level. Really pleased with not only what I made on the day, but the skills I learned. The cost represents excellent value for money - I'd highly recommend going with a few friends as the laughs are as good as the course :)"

29 Mar 16'

Heather Wagstaff reviewed: Small Wire Birds sculpture workshop with Chris Moss

"I loved Chris workshop. It's great fun and my chicken has pride of place at home. I made a duck as well after learning the techniques. Great class."

29 Mar 16'

Heather Wagstaff reviewed: Willow Hare workshop with Phil Bradley at Skelton Grange

"Had a great time and came out with a great work of art. Well worth it."

29 Mar 16'

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

"Really enjoyable course, great location too. The day was filled with laughter and lots of felting!"

29 Mar 16'

Ben South reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"I was given a day course with Nigel for my Christmas present this year. I've never done it before, but it was very good fun and I learned a lot in what was a solid day. Nigel certainly has some stories to tell and some very impressive creations to show. I thoroughly recommend course for anyone interested in making things themselves, it was really great fun."

29 Mar 16'

Justine reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"What a brilliant course!! My husband bought me the two day course as a very inspired Christmas present even though I had never done any leather work before. I'd tried all sorts of different crafts from upholstery to rush weaving but the two days spent with Jason in his workshop was inspirational. He has such enthusiasm and a real love of his craft which is very infectious. He is happy to share his knowledge and teach the skills required to make a truly amazing bag you can't believe you actually made yourself! Jason is very patient and his studio has a very relaxed atmosphere with great views over the hills. A hugely enjoyable and therapeutic two days well spent..... I shall be back for more!"

29 Mar 16'

Helen Hatt reviewed: Standing Wool Christmas trees and baubles

"brilliant workshop totally recommend it ! learnt loads of simple techniques for great effects, i didnt even know there was that many different techniques to make rag rugs!, really felt like helping to preserve the secrets of an ancient craft, the instant flowers straight on to hats were masterfull too and i came home with a piece i love and the tools and knowledge to try a few cool, new (to me!) techniques. Sue really knows her stuff and created a passion in us all for something all our grannies used to do! thank you Sue cant wait till next time."

28 Mar 16'

Luan reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"The girls love crafts and it is perfect thing for them in the holidays, they are always so pleased with what they make and enjoy showing everyone."

28 Mar 16'

Simon reviewed: Animal Sculpture Workshops

"Came and did willow Reindeer had a magical day in the Yurt log fire burning lots of attention from Willow the dog and excellent teaching to produce our beautiful deer's there were eight of us on the course and each deer ended up with its own unique personality, I've already asked my family to let me do another course (I fancy a pig!) I await fathers day in anticipation, many thanks for a lovely day X to those who are unsure book it it's great fun !!!"

28 Mar 16'

Sandra Hobson reviewed: Animal Sculpture Workshops

"My Daughter and I have attended three courses now, the deer, pig and hurdles, all now have pride of place in the garden. We have had a fantastic day each time with great company and excellent instruction. We shall be doing more workshops with Leilah, I am sure."

28 Mar 16'

Alex reviewed: Willow basket workshops

"I had a wonderful day on a willow basket making course with great tuition from Leilah (one to one when needed - and I did need it!). Lovely location (I LOVE the yurt!), coffee, cake AND I managed to produce an amazing and unique basket that exceeded all my hopes when I first booked the day (bigger and sturdier than I'd ever hoped for). I was able to choose the finish of the willow I wanted to work with and, having spoken to Leilah before about what I wanted the basket for, was able to create something that perfectly fitted my needs. It gives me great pleasure to look at and use."

28 Mar 16'

Ann reviewed: Willow basket workshops

"Attended a willow basket making session last year. Had one to one tuition, made a very useful basket and was fed cake too! All this in a yurt in an orchard. Would heartily recommend to anyone."

28 Mar 16'

Bethany reviewed: Animal Sculpture Workshops

"We had a fabulous day making a deer in the Yurt. Having never done anything like that before we were nervous but Leilah helped us at each step and made it totally doable. Our family couldn't believe we'd made them when we got home! A year later they still look great in our gardens and attract much attention!"

28 Mar 16'

Peter Griffiths reviewed: PickOne weekend weaving course

"The weekend course for complete beginners was the most outstanding course I have ever attended. How refreshing to have a tutor who is a professional teacher imparting his expert knowledge. Patient, positive, encouraging, knowledgable and extremely courteous and a pleasure to be with. I have only high praise for my experience and I can now warp a multishaft loom, weave and have an insight into textile patterns. The loan of the loom to finish the project commenced on the course is extremely generous and rewarding to consolidate what has been learnt. It was a 5 to 6 hour journey for me to attend and I will be travelling back for more tuition. Yes, it is worth it."

28 Mar 16'

Janis H reviewed: Animal Sculpture Workshops

"The first workshop I attended I made a willow pig. As I was going by myself I was a little nervous as I had never done any willow weaving before. I shouldn't have worried as Leilah, the tutor, was very welcoming and has an excellent teaching style. I loved it and it actually looked like a pig and has pride of place in my garden. I am now addicted and will attend more classes. I would recommend that everyone tries it at least once !!!"

28 Mar 16'

Jane H reviewed: 'Art of Stained Glass' - Oldbury, Birmingham

"Thank you Jamal, a very informative and interesting day, and I was so pleased to come away with a finished stained glass panel to my own design! Really enjoyed it, thank you."

27 Mar 16'

Alison Katte reviewed: Introduction to silk painting - workshop at The Mulberry Shed

"Myself and two friends had a great day with Sheila at the Mulberry shed making a long scarf and a smaller square. We had never tried silk painting before but Sheila set us up and explained the techniques we needed and we each produced some lovely items we were proud of. All the materials we needed were included in the cost as well as tea, coffee and biscuits! Sheila is a great teacher and talented artist and is enthusiastic about teaching others her art. I would recommend this course to anyone. We had a lovely day. Thank you Sheila."