Latest reviews

17 Aug 15'

Lynda Hance reviewed: Mosaic one day workshop for adults with Caroline Jariwala, Birmingham

"I have been on three of Caroline's one-day courses. She is enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. The class size is small enough to get a fair bit of individual help from her and she offers great instruction. You will get the most from a course if you go with some idea of what you would like to do."

17 Aug 15'

Christine Harvey reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"An absolutely brilliant experience. Ricky is a very patient person, and his calmness and confidence rubs off on you. Very thorough explanations and demonstrations make you want to do as well as you can so you don't let him down. I cannot wait to go back and try the more advanced techniques. I highly recommend this course. I've just read this back and I make it sound boring... It isn't, it's wonderful, great fun, and you should try it as soon as you can!!!"

16 Aug 15'

Judith reviewed: Organza Flowers

"Three generations came today and had a wonderful day, really relaxed, superb lady teacher, calm and patient. Made some really super flowers and eager to make more. Many thanks for a wonderful day. Please think about those other courses as we will be first in the line for booking. Thanks Yvonne x"

16 Aug 15'

Kevin Murden reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I'm not one to review many thing, but I surprised my girlfriend to a day glassblowing course with Ricky and we were both blown away with how good it was. From the moment we arrived, Ricky was welcoming and got us stuck in from the get go. Ricky broke the processes down in a straight forward manner and made the entire experience a joy. We came away with several finished pieces which now sit on our desks/mantle pieces. The workshop is set in a gorgeous surrounding too, which was the icing on the cake! I can't recommend this course enough, if you have any creative flare or simply fancy trying something a little different."

16 Aug 15'

Dave n Emma reviewed: Candle making workshops

"I'd recommend a candle-making workshop with Angharad. I arranged one with Angharad earlier in the year for me and my partner. The booking process was simple; I sent an initial email to Angharad enquiring about dates and she got back to me quickly with her availability. It was really helpful to receive suggestions for accommodation and things to do locally if you want to make the most of your time in that part of the country (which I'd also recommend). The session itself was a really informative and relaxed afternoon spent in Angharad's workshop. She explained the whole process, materials and techniques and helped us make different types of candles which we took home with us. That was at the end of May and since then we've made a good few candles, given some to friends and family and now navigate our way around the craft websites Angharad recommended to us when we were there. Give it a go!"

16 Aug 15'

Jenny Lawrence reviewed: 2 Day Silversmithing and Jewellery Making Course

"Excellent course for all abilities. Ian is a very supportive tutor who does his best to help you to bring your ideas to life. The workshop is well equipped, food is excellent and there is plenty of parking."

16 Aug 15'

Aaron Symonds reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"I had a wonderful time at the forge and i would definitely do it again, it was good fun with really nice people. Nigel is a great guy with plenty of stories and cups of tea."

15 Aug 15'

John Gayton reviewed: Woodturning in Devon with Colin Simpson

"From the outset I was made welcome and it's obvious that Colin has a real interest and dedication to his subject, plus endless patience. I spent a very enjoyable day learning quite a number of techniques including tool sharpening which is the single most important thing... I can thoroughly recommend this course to anyone and I can imagine that I will be back to see Colin myself again soon."

15 Aug 15'

Cat Weatherill reviewed: Mosaic one day workshop for adults with Caroline Jariwala, Birmingham

"I loved doing this workshop! Caroline is hugely talented and great company. I learned enough in one day to continue on my own, at home. I am now making my third piece :-) I thoroughly recommend this. Do it! Treat yourself!"

15 Aug 15'

Ann Carline Gilks reviewed: Mosaic one day workshop for adults with Caroline Jariwala, Birmingham

"Caroline is a great teacher,very encouraging and makes it all fun too. I'm delighted with what I made,and it's been much admired! I plan to do another course in September,I enjoyed it so much."

15 Aug 15'

Christine reviewed: Crochet for Beginners (Adults) in Putney

"I highly recommend this course. As a beginner, I really benefited from the face to face tuition and learned so much more than online videos that i had tried. Sowmya is a friendly, patient and effective teacher. I learned a lot, produced a couple of my first ever crochet items and it was a lovely touch having my own course materials to take away so I can practice based on the great foundation that this course has provided."

15 Aug 15'

Debbie bissell reviewed: Mosaic one day workshop for adults with Caroline Jariwala, Birmingham

"Caroline's mosaic course is a MUST - full of creation and delight. You will learn to do wonderful mosaics and you will be inspired to continue. Great day !! Recommend to anyone"

14 Aug 15'

Henry Lowry reviewed: Powertex fabric sculpture introduction session

"First class instruction from a charming and enthusiastic teacher who made us feel very welcome and comfortable with her encouragement and clear advice. Thank you."

14 Aug 15'

Janie reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"This was an absolutely brilliant experience. Sakeena's energy is delightful. I learned everything I needed to know about candle making. I can't wait to try making my own creations at home. Under Sakeena's wonderful tutelage I feel confident I can make my own beautiful creations at home. She's not only an instructor but a friend!"

14 Aug 15'

Becky reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Very informative and fun. Loved informal nature. Not intimidating!!!"

14 Aug 15'

Ingrid reviewed: Book Art Workshops - North West - Warrington

"This was a brilliant course, I have now done 3 courses and 2 workshops with Kate and hope to do more in the future. If you love books, papercraft and handmade items then this is the course for you - you will learn a good variety of different techniques, my own favourites are book transformations and making the hand-stitched books."

14 Aug 15'

Lyndsey, Geoff, Freya and Sophie reviewed: Pembrokeshire Maddie Janes Mosaic

"We were given a voucher for a two hour workshop as a wedding present and what a fabulous present it was. We had a really lovely time and it was great to be able to do a craft activity as a family (our daughters are 5 and 8). It was such a nice relaxed environment and we all enjoyed creating something together. Maddie was really helpful and encouraging and we ended up with a piece of mosiac art that we hope to keep forever (it even survived a five hour car journey). I can't recommend highly enough, we definitely hope to return."

13 Aug 15'

Nerys Jones and Pat Bean reviewed: Encaustic Art - What do you want to learn?

"A fantastic day taking us through the basics of encaustic art right through to some interesting challenges. Mel was a very patient and enthusiastic tutor who was willing to share her wealth of knowledge. A very varied programme had been planned and gave us the opportunity to try out a range of techniques. The encaustic art is a very multi-faceted medium which we look forward to mastering. Practice make perfect! We have several pieces of art which we are looking forward to framing. Fabulous setting and a lovely lunch prepared by Mel's husband. Many thanks."

12 Aug 15'

Elizabeth Bond reviewed: Shoemaking Workshop

"What a great day, with excellent help from Alison and Emily. I made a pair of 'Willow' shoes which fit extremely well. Our feet were measured and we had the chance to try on different styles and sizes to help work out what was right for me. I would recommend this course for anyone who is interested in making shoes and I would love to learn more. Thank you."

12 Aug 15'

Helen R reviewed: One Day Stained Glass Course for Beginners

"I've always loved stained glass,so it was lovely surprise when I was booked on a course at Lightworks as a birthday treat. I was an absolute beginner, so I couldn't believe it when I had completed my stained glass panel at the end of the day- (thanks to the fantastic teaching, support and patience of Daniel and Abby!!) I would highly recommend this course. Thanks once again Daniel and Abby for a wonderful day. You are both stars!!"

12 Aug 15'

Helen reviewed: Book Art Workshops - North West - Warrington

"I loved this course! Kate is a great teacher and I enjoyed making every piece she taught us. I have displayed the book sculptures I made in my home and made some lovely unique hand made gifts for family and friends. I've also found it easy to make things myself at home after what I've learned with Kate. A course I'd definitely recommend!"

11 Aug 15'

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

"Had a fantastic day on the Stained glass course. I made a panel. Learnt loads and got a great meal. What's made me book the next course on fusing is the great informal learning experience you get at Patricia's. I've made my cutting board already and have started buying the tools. What more can I say. John"

11 Aug 15'

Luke Tinklin reviewed: Shoemaking Workshop

"The course was very enjoyable, challenging and interesting. The workshop leaders Alison and Emily were enthusiatic, helpful and friendly. The pace of the course was good and I was able to select the leather and colours to use myself. You are guided on how to make the shoe rather than handheld through the process, which was great and as an inexperienced sewer, was given the freedom to practice on the sewing machines first. At the end of the day I had created my own pair of shoes and left feeling very proud of what I had achieved. A very nice way to spend a Saturday - i'd recommend the workshop to anyone and everyone!"

11 Aug 15'

FEROZE reviewed: Kiln Formed Glass in Cornwall

"What a fantastic experience. Fi was knowledgeable and very helpful. I'd recommend this to anyone even vaguely interested in glass fusing. I'm definitely going again b"

10 Aug 15'

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

"An brilliant experience. Tony is a knowledgeable and skilled teacher - provide support and encouragement from start to finish. A quirky workshop not to be forgotten. Thanks also to the Annie and her crew for providing regular refreshment and sustinance."