Latest reviews

Judy Potter reviewed: Tiffany stained glass wild flowers workshop

"I really enjoyed my day making stained glass flowers. It was great to have such a variety of coloured glass to choose from, Kate explained everything so well. She is an excellent teacher. "

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review, we hope to see you again."

Nick Redshaw reviewed: Spoon Carving Taster Session

"Myself and my son attended M.C. Woodcrafts' Spoon Carving Taster Session last Saturday and had a lovely day in the woods with Mike learning how to safely use sloyd and spoon knives to carve a spoon. Mike's teaching style was very natural and easy to understand. I learned lots on this course and really enjoyed the whole experience. It doesn't matter how many YouTube videos you watch, this kind of teaching is in a different league. Thanks Mike!"

Victoria Gregory reviewed: Zarzo Baskets in the Surrey Hills

"The best course I’ve ever been on! Not only are Nicki and Brian the most wonderful, lovely, friendly and helpful people, but the craft itself is so much fun and super enjoyable! You are totally immersed in a beautiful craft, learning, being in the moment, in a special setting and at the end you are amazed with your own handy work! An amazing basket of your own! Will definitely be doing more of their courses! Thank you so much! "

Willowandyoga responded:

"Thank you Victoria. Your enthusiasm for willow shone through and it was a joy to spend the day with you at our home studio. Hope your beautifully woven Zarzo basket is much admired. "

Kim and Andrew Shorley reviewed: Experience, make and take the pen of your choice: 1-2-1 workshop

"My husband and I had a great time creating our pens. Duncan was a wonderful guide and teacher and offered us lots of choices to make our pens truly unique. They will certainly take pride of place in our working lives and on our desks. "

Duncs Wood Turning responded:

"Kim & Andrew, It was my pleasure to have you in the workshop, you both made great pen choices and they turned out (excuse the pun) well. I hope that you both enjoy using them. Duncs"

Margaret Bullock reviewed: Half day French polishing Workshop

"A really enjoyable and hugely informative experience of taking my first steps into the art of French Polishing. Robert is a master practitioner and clearly an expert in his field, yet he is able to communicate his years of knowledge and skill in a way that is easy to follow and understand for a beginner through a perfect combination of explanation, instruction and practice. With Robert’s guidance and tuition, I helped a much neglected table return to life, with its history intact and celebrated. I was so pleased with the result, I am buying the table for my home. An excellent course. Thank you. "

The Old Polishing Shop responded:

"Hi Margaret, so glad you had a fantastic experience, and you picked it up so easily. Your results speak for themself. I've put the table aside for you. Speak soon, many thanks again, Rob."

Jill Cooper reviewed: Meadow Painting

"Had a lovely day with Linda. Learnt new techniques and it has given me confidence to try out new ideas. Really relaxed atmosphere and loved the venue too."

Lucie reviewed: Beginners Machine Sewing

"I thoroughly enjoyed this course. I'd not used a sewing machine properly before and thought it would be beyond me, but this was a great introduction and well taught. "

Handmade Workshops Ltd responded:

"Hi Lucie We're so pleased you enjoyed the workshops and thank you for taking the time to write the review. It's much appreciated. It was lovely to have you with us for the day and we were really impressed with how well you got on. Hoping that this is just the start of your sewing journey! Many thanks Ann & Catherine. "

Rose reviewed: Monthly Oil Painting Classes

"I thoroughly enjoyed this course, I was a bit apprehensive however the teacher was excellent "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are very happy you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

Rose reviewed: Mixed Media Painting - Meadows

"Excellent course. I thoroughly enjoyed it and can definitely recommend it "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are pleased you enjoyed the course and hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Katy Morris reviewed: Full Day Workshop Mosaic House Number On Slate

"I had a really great day with Sarah. It was very friendly and relaxed. Sarah was a good host providing helpful guidance, ideas and encouragement and I was delighted with the mosaic house number that I produced. Sarah has a great array of tiles and resources to bring your design to life. I would definitely recommend Sarah's courses."

Jane Armitage reviewed: Beginner's Modern Upholstery Workshop

"Attended this course on 13th April 2024. It was an excellent day. Kim was an enthusiastic and patient teacher who guided us all through our diverse projects. I was thrilled with my finished result and would not hesitate to recommend this course. "

Chris reviewed: Mixed Media Painting - Meadows

"I had such a lovely morning. The tutor Cathy is so patient and encouraging. I have now been introduced to Brusho!!! A new medium and experience for me! The art room is lovely, just off the cafe if you need a coffee! The setting is beautiful. A most enjoyable session."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We are so happy that you enjoyed the course and so hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team. "

Anne reviewed: Ecoprinting- Exploring the Magic and the Alchemy

"I really enjoyed this course. The tutor was super organised, friendly and knowledgeable, there were loads of resources and we covered lots of techniques. With tips for finding your own resources and using the beautiful prints that we made, I highly recommend this course. Thank you Fiona. "

Earthwise Ecoprints responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Anne. It was a pleasure teaching you and this fabulous group on Sunday. I am so pleased you enjoyed the day and are pleased with the brilliant prints you produced."

Penny Took reviewed: Explore 1 & 2 colour lino cutting and printing in Derbyshire

"Well organised. Clear instructions . Lovely studio in a pretty village. Left with lots of completed prints and ideas to carry forward."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Penny, Great working with you again and thank you for letting me know about your workshop at The Slipper Studio. It’s lovely to share a day with makers, watching their skills and understanding develop and the excitement of everything coming together in the final prints. I’m really pleased that you’ve ideas to continue developing. Are you ready for 3 colours? Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Tash reviewed: Spoon Carving at Wilderness Foundation UK

"I booked this event as a gift for my Mum for me, my brother and Mum to do together. And I’m so glad I did. It was genuinely one of the best experiences I’ve done and would highly recommend it. Max is extremely talented, a fantastic teacher and a kind person. What made the whole day so special was how relaxed it was and how comfortable we all felt. I can’t believe we started the day with a piece of tree (with the bark!) and ended up with a wooden spoon we could actually use. It took a lot of hard work chopping and concentration with the knife but I’m really proud of what I did. Max did a great job explaining and showing the different techniques so we could do it all ourselves, but if we needed some extra help he quickly helped us catch up. I bought this just as something fun for us to do as a family but I found the experience so rewarding and relaxing that I’ve actually got myself a couple of the tools so I can do some more. And I think my brother will too. Thank you Max for the most fantastic day - a really memorable and enjoyable experience! 💚"

Jennifer Slater reviewed: Linocut printing - botanical and Natural forms in full colour with Laura Sowerby

"Fabulous day on this course. Laura is an excellent teacher providing all the guidance needed to create beautiful prints. So much information to inspire so many ideas for the future. Beautiful location. Fun and relaxing. I absolutely loved it. Many thanks Laura for such a wonderful day. "

Laura Sowerby Prints Cumbria responded:

"Wow Jennifer , so lovely to hear that. It was an absolute pleasure to spend the day with you, it makes it all worthwhile to know you had fun and feel inspired x"

Hazel T. reviewed: Willow Deer or Pig at Merriott Social Venue

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course, it was a fabulous day, Jo was a great teacher who gave simple step by step instructions to cater for all levels of ability with lots of encouragement. I am not a crafter, but absolutely thrilled with the deer sculptures we created. I would highly recommend this course, it was excellent."

Jo Sadler at Forged n Willow responded:

"Thank you so much. It was a brilliant class and I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Jo😊"

Bernard O'Connor reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Great day blacksmithing. Very friendly welcome. Great instructions and help and advice when needed from Adrian and Andy. Lovely food supplied by Debbie. Great value for money and good fun. Thank you. I will almost certainly be back for another course."

Alice reviewed: Carve a spoon in a day

"A really great day with well structured teaching in a lovely location.. I learnt loads. Came away with an almost finished spoon and enthusiasm to make more."

Amy-lee Edwards reviewed: Tiffany stained glass wild flowers workshop

"Kate was amazing!! What a really fab fun filled day with so much to learn and experience. Kate made jumping back into the learning process a doddle and so clear with her guidance that everyone picked it up in no time. I had never even cut glass before (broken tonnes by accident!) but by the end I had the most delicate blue bell flowers with embellishments that dazzle when the sun hits them and some stunning pink daisies. I would love to do this again and I think I'm going to invest in her suggested starter kit to have some fun with! You honestly will not regret this course, see it as an investment in your fun!"

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review."

Moyna Edmondson reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Basket Making for Beginners - Day Course at King John's Nursery, Etchingham, East Sussex

"This was without doubt the most rewarding, fulfilling and glorious way to spend a weekend. I did Marianne’s two day course and I wish I could have stayed two weeks. She is so patient and careful in how she guides you, just enough support to encourage self belief but on hand if you need more. I love my basket, so proud!"

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Moyna! What a wonderful review! So fantastic to hear that you wished it could've continued for longer. For me, it was just so amazing to see you enjoying yourself as much as I always do, weaving a basket. So can I challenge you to make a log basket next time? Or would you like to go for something a bit more playful and arty like a lampshade? So chuffed with your review! Thank you very much and see you again soon, I'm sure."

Bina reviewed: Half-day pottery with Marina -for two

"Thank you Marina for a brilliant afternoon. What a lovely way to celebrate a special birthday. You were so patient with us, guiding us through all the steps. It was really fun to learn such a hands on activity and I have a new found appreciation of how much hard work goes in to producing the pieces. Looking forward to collecting our finished items. Thanks again! "

Marina Randall Ceramics responded:

"Morning Bina. Thanks for your lovely review. You both picked up the skill so well and made some lovely pots! They have been trimmed now and drying nicely. Will keep you posted😊 Warm wishes Marina "

Lesley McAllister reviewed: Come Frame With Me - Making your own Picture Frame

"Excellent course! Can't thank Ady enough for sharing his knowledge and skills so generously with a complete novice ... not to mention his patience. A great day which I have no hesitation in recommending to others. Thanks to Ady, I came away with a beautifully framed piece of "needlework" together with some new skills and a better insight into what needs to be considered when framing my (or other people's) work. Thank you Ady and Cath (lovely lunch and hospitality)."

Studio 93 Framing responded:

"Thank you Lesley! Was a pleasure hosting you and helping frame your needlework. All the best for any future framing endeavours! "

Juliet Higginson reviewed: Willow Plant Supports

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day with Richard making willow teepees. His instructions were clear and easy to follow. The course was extremely well organised (including cake) with everything we needed laid out in preparation for our needs. Richard is friendly and welcoming. I would recommend anyone to try this course."

Windrush Willow responded:

"Glad you enjoyed the day. Regards Richard"

Sandra Ashworth reviewed: Linocut printing - botanical and Natural forms in full colour with Laura Sowerby

"Loved this course, Laura was great and very informative. I spent the day with a lovely group of ladies too👍."

Laura Sowerby Prints Cumbria responded:

"Sandra , I really enjoyed meeting you and I’m so glad you aced it after years of curiosity 🤛 "