Latest reviews

Rob reviewed: Beginner AND Intermediate Woodworking Full Day Course - Saturdays

"I booked the beginners course for my wife’s birthday and it was more than we could’ve asked for. Thank you for such a great day and for being so patient with us. We can’t wait to book onto the next course. We would highly recommend booking this, even if you’re a complete beginner. Thanks again. Rob & Kate"

jayney reviewed: CREATE a MINI Felt SEASCAPE Craft KIT-video included

"Penny’s kits are fab, this is my third purchase! I think the reason they’re so good is that they’re all based on her own work as an artist and in person workshops (I’ve been to a few of those). She really knows what works, and as a bonus, she has such a great eye for colour the kits are always so vibrant!"

Craft kits by artist Penny Hillier-Evans responded:

"thank you Jayney x"

Sally Anne reviewed: MINI Seascape Felt Picture Craft KIT-which includes a FRAME

"The Mini Seascape Kit is lovely, and the instructions made it really easy to use. I loved the video that showed me how to create the sea and sand. I’m so happy with my picture, thank you!"

Craft kits by artist Penny Hillier-Evans responded:

"Sally, so pleased you like the kit , your Seascape is lovely ! thanks for showing it too me x"

Eva Jayne reviewed: MAKE Felted SOAP pebbles CRAFT KIT

"Great kit, the wools and accent fibres are beautifully soft and come in such gorgeous colours. I made a couple of soap pebbles with it, and they turned out so beautifully I gave them as gifts. I loved it so much I’ve bought another one for a friend for Christmas."

Craft kits by artist Penny Hillier-Evans responded:

"thank you again Eva x"

Lin W reviewed: MINI Seascape Felt Picture Craft KIT-which includes a FRAME

"A friend was taking part in one of the artist’s workshops bought this kit for me as a birthday present. It’s a lovely kit, the instructions are so clear, the materials are beautiful, and the wools are wonderfully soft. I didn’t think I was arty, but my picture turned out lovely! I’m even considering joining one of Penny’s workshops in the new year!"

Craft kits by artist Penny Hillier-Evans responded:

"Lin, many thanks. i'm so happy you like it. Lovely to see you have booked for Create a Felt Landscape workshop , see you in Feb at Cumbria Wildlife Trust ! "

Jayney reviewed: MAKE a Felted Seascape CRAFT KIT

"I love Pennys craft kits. I first purchased when I was on one of her workshops. My favourite is the Seascape, such lovely colours and my picture sits proudly on display in its frame. I've just bought the MINI kit and cant wait to try it."

Craft kits by artist Penny Hillier-Evans responded:

"Jayney, many thanks again, what a lovely review ! I hope to see you in at one of my in person workshops Spring 2026 x"

Stuart reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"I had a great day with Dave and came home with a fantastic knife that I’m sure will last for years. Dave is very knowledgeable about his craft, but he is also a great teacher - he gave me the perfect blend of instruction and space to have a go. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. 😀"

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Many thanks indeed for your kind review and recommendation Stuart, very much appreciated. It was great to meet you and have you in the forge. So glad you enjoyed your day and I hope your knife serves you well for many years. Kindest regards Dave"

Karen Higson reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience in Grassington (3 hours)

"Amazing course and Richard’s a great teacher. I will definitely be signing up for another course. "

Karen Catterall reviewed: Beginners Silk Painting

"Very enjoyable and relaxing. Painted 5 silks which were made into cards"

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Glad you enjoyed the silk painting and found it relaxing. You all did some beautiful cards. "

Anna S reviewed: Silver clay & silver smithing workshop in New Romney, Kent

"Very enjoyable course. All six of us on the course came away with great silver pieces. Yolanda was very good at explaining about silver clay and what to do whilst being entertaining too. John served up delicious food. Penny explained about silversmithing in the afternoon. However, as we were a full group with some fiddly items, it was best that she did the soldering. Both Yolanda and Penny worked hard to ensure we all took away great, fully finished jewellery at the end of the day! If I lived nearer, I'd be doing most of Yolanda's craft courses! "

Elaine Kirt reviewed: A whole day woodturning tuition

"Absolutely brilliant! Chris was so lovely and patient with me and I was so chuffed to come away with my honey drizzler and bowl. Chris was informative, helpful and funny....he gave constructive advice when needed and positive feedback when deserved. Nothing was too daft to ask and he has certainly given me a new founded love for woodworking. I would definitely recommend to anyone. Thank you Chris 😁"

Chris Parker Woodturner responded:

"Elaine, it was great to have you in the workshop. You produced two pieces of work two be proud of. Well done .👏👏"

Mandy reviewed: Halloween Cat -Drawing and Collage - Family Arts Session Melbourne, nr Pocklington

"Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, as always with these courses."

Heather Addison reviewed: Freehand Machine Embroidered Landscape

"Really useful introduction to freehand machine embroidery. Katherine covered everything we needed to know and it was helpful to be shown the techniques in person and having her there to troubleshoot! "

Marian Aldridge reviewed: Robin: Wet Felting

"Absolutely lovely venue and teacher. Svetlana explained very thing in detail as I had never done felting before she needed a lot of patience with me. I was delighted with the result a lovely plump robin. All my own work can’t wait to do another course."

Wool & Silk Art Studio responded:

"Thank you Marian, It was a pleasure to welcome you and Albert to my studio. You both created beautiful work — truly remarkable for your very first felting experience! Thank you so much for your kind review. I look forward to seeing you again soon for another inspiring class. Kind regards, Svetlana "

Penelope Ingham reviewed: One student - full day 6 hours , Welded Dragon fly . Introduction to artistic welding metal sculpture with Roger Russell

"This course was a Christmas present from my wife, and what a great day out it was too. Roger was infinitely patient with me, a total welding novice. We went through the different welding techniques, why and in what circumstances one should be used over the others, the various types of welder, including the safety aspects of each. Roger’s course is centred around the making of a dragon fly from scratch, which is a very clever way of using all techniques and equipment and have something to take home at the end of the day. Even if you don’t ever do anymore welding, you will have obtained a new skill and have had a great day out. As for myself, well my garden is in danger of being filled with hand made sculptures! Thanks Roger. "

Jamie reviewed: Damascus Steel Knife forging

"I had a brilliant experience over the weekend crafting my Damascus kitchen knife. Alex is an excellent and clearly passionate tutor taking you through the process, and I definitely plan on returning to make more with Hammer and Hound."

Dawn Martin reviewed: Beginner's Cupcake Decorating

"Jane was very patient, great course thoroughly enjoyed learning the new skills. The decoration came out as the pictures!:)"

Miss Sally reviewed: Natural skincare workshop

"Really good fun and alchemic! The big plus is coming home with a really beautifully soft and gentle face cream. Would completey recommend!! Magicx"

Tina reviewed: Create your own Botanical Prints in full colour, linocut for beginners and intermediates, with Laura Sowerby - a Quirky Workshop at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Ullswater and The Lake District

"An extremely well run day in delightful workshop. Annie provided us with tea/coffee, sandwich and cake lunch, tea and scone. Lisa introduced us to choosing a botanical image, transfer to the Lino, cutting techniques, inks preparation, printing and tidy up with expert explanations, demonstrations and enthusiasm to encourage us all to succeed. She shared the skills of her profession and helped us all individually delivering a very enjoyable day. "

Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden and Barns responded:

"Hello Tina and thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely review. It was great to meet you and am thrilled you so enjoyed your day. I have forwarded your feedback to Laura too. We've just released our new programme so hopefully we may see you another time. Thank you again, Annie "

Jan reviewed: Get to Know Your Overlocker and / or Coverstitch with Geraldine Sykes

"I enjoyed the course and for true overlocker novices it's perfect. Although I can already use mine to a degree I did still pick up some new knowledge and ideas along with a much better understanding of how the machine works."

Tudor Rose Patchwork responded:

"Thank you for your review. Delighted to hear you enjoyed the day. Now you know where we are, we very much look forward to welcoming you back again."

Nicola reviewed: Glass blowing for beginners with Jon Lewis

"What a fabulous workshop! I attended with a friend and we both had a great time. The day was well structured, Jon’s tuition was clear, friendly and encouraging. We both made several pieces and really enjoyed the process. Thanks Jon "

Emma P reviewed: Needle Felting Pumpkin Workshop

"I had a really good time, Reagan is a great teacher really patient and so good at her craft. I feel really inspired and excited to try more. Looking forward to the Christmas workshop. And I got two beautiful pumpkins 🎃 "

Nicola reviewed: Dot Mandala Painting On Canvas - Cumnor Village Hall

"This is such an enjoyable course, Sarah’s teaching methods are great and everyone came away with something they were proud of. It was very mindful and the time wizzed by but I didn’t feel rushed at all. Perfect thing to do with my sisters. Thank you Sarah! "

The Crafty Boater responded:

"Thank you Nicola. It was a thoroughly enjoyable day for me too. You were all a joy to teach. "

Margaret reviewed: Saturday Workshop - Bring Your Own Upholstery Project

"I had such an enjoyable and inspiring day doing this course with my daughter and her sister-in-law. Sarah is an excellent, patient and caring tutor and her workroom and surroundings were tasteful and relaxing. I was thrilled to re-upholster my stool - it was an enlightening experience and I was thrilled to do it. Thank you. "

Ally B reviewed: Beginners sewing - Tote Bag and Zipped Bag - Day Workshop - Worcester

"Fabulous day! Judi is such a patient, skilled tutor. Makes you feel really at ease. The day flies by and what is so brilliant is that you actually make two items that look brilliant! Such a surprise to me! Would absolutely recommend to anyone who wants to sew from a basic level. I now feel so much more confident! "