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Terri Barrett reviewed: Making an A4 Stained Glass Panel Workshop (27.6.LP)

"Hi, this one day course was very enjoyable. Eddie was really clear on instructions and eager to help and instruct us novices. If you want to try something different - give it a go and you get to take home your very own creation. Thanks for the experience."

Simply Smallholding responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind comments. We want you to enjoy the day and be proud of your panel so it’s good to hear how it went."

Ness reviewed: Introduction to Epoxy Resin Block Casting

"We really enjoyed this course. David made us feel very at ease. We were late, and I had an allergy that meant I couldn't wear the normal gloves and he took this in his stride and was very kind. He is massively knowledgeable about resin and was able to apply his knowledge to my partner's interest. The session felt friendly throughout whilst also being safe and informative. It can be daunting trying something new, as you inevitably go wrong and David was happy to talk though common errors and how to overcome them and helped us when we went wrong in the session. We really enjoyed it and can't wait to see our blocks."

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Many thanks indeed for your very kind review Ness, I really appreciate it. I’m so pleased you both enjoyed the day and found it informative. Really great to meet you both and have you in the workshop. Cracking job with your designs, they look fantastic! Kindest regards Dave"

Gina Moore reviewed: Mosaic Bird Bath Workshop

"Absolutely fantastic, Brillant course and amazing teacher in Sarah. Really enjoyed relaxing course, with an amazing bird bath at the end "

Hans Grupping reviewed: Wood turning - One day course

"A great experience, Anna is very generous in sharing her knowledge of wood turning, patiently explaining the process, which tools to use when & how to set up the lathe. She quickly built my confidence on the lathe and let me work the wood, offering advice & guidance when needed. I had a great day, came home still buzzing & used my bowl straight away!"

Anna L Nichols Furniture responded:

"Glad to hear you were buzzing from your class. Happy future turning "

Beverly Kidd reviewed: Needle felt hare or other...or create a picture

"Had a brilliant day creating. Barbara was very flexible helping us to create just what we wanted even though this was not what she normally did. We were delighted with the results. Barbara welcomed us into her home, was approachable and friendly. All in all a lovely days crafting. Would definitely recommend. "

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"Thank You Beverley, Your colourful hare and your daughters colourful guinea pig and cat look brilliant. I'm happy that the mix of needle felt fleece and merino eventually bonded together. Great outcome and I will post your finished projects 😁. Best wishes "

Marilyn reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Had an amazing day and delighted with my scarf. Becky was a great teacher, the lunch was yummy and the Alpacas are adorable. Can highly recommend - thanks Becky and Caroline. "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you"

Mark Jackson reviewed: Hand tool woodworking for beginners

"Excellent and really enjoyable course. Andrew took us right back to basics which is what I was looking for. He took the time to show us how to do things, with tips and tricks to be more effective, and watched us doing it, with good feedback to improve. The point of the course wasn't to make something, but to learn how to make things with hand tools. Lovely venue too. Would highly recommend to beginners and those wanting to get back to basics. "

Gill reviewed: Garden Willow Obelisk

"Great course and lovely space to learn in. Katrina shared a lot of her knowledge beyond just what we were learning. My willow obeslik has already been admired! I look forward to the next willow weaving course to make a cloche/plant support. "

Devon Flower School responded:

"Hi Gill Thank you for your wonderful kind words and I am so pleased that you enjoyed the class! I loved the obelisk that you made and you looked as though you were enjoying yourself. It was lovely to chat about the other willow designs. I hope to see you again at a class in the future. Katrina"

Tim May reviewed: Lucy Churchill's Stone Carving Workshops

"Absolutely brilliant course. Lucy has a unique skillset and deep knowledge of her trade that she is able to share in a generous way. I found the course enlightening and has given me a way in to what was a mistery craft to me before. Thoroughly recommend. "

Carole reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers in Derbyshire

"Liz is an excellent tutor. I had never done lino cutting or printing before and she guided me through the process sharing her knowledge in a easy to understand way. Highly recommend this course for beginners and those a little rusty. Also the Amazing setting of her studio inspires your creativity! "

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Carole, Thank you for letting me know about your day at The Slipper Studio - it’s much appreciated. It was lovely to meet and work with you, sharing your day with your sister and seeing your understanding and skills developing. I particularly liked your use of colour, as you became more confident with your skills. Lino cutting and printing are great techniques, giving you a structure to guide you through from an idea, to a completed print. They are also pretty addictive, so keep an eye out for the signs, which includes buying lots of coloured inks. Best wishes and happy printing Liz Wellby "

Carole reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers in Derbyshire

"Liz is an excellent tutor. I had never done lino cutting or printing before and she guided me through the process sharing her knowledge in a easy to understand way. Highly recommend this course for beginners and those a little rusty. Also the Amazing setting of her studio inspires your creativity! "

Hannah Rosborough reviewed: Mixed Media workshop with Clare Cosens

"Loved our Multi media course with Clare - really great workshop , Clare gave us great instruction, ideas and materials to create our pieces and very supportive and inspiring to get our creativity flowing. Will definitely love to return for more workshops with her in the future "

Mary reviewed: Weave a patterned scarf in a day - Harrogate

"Thanks for a fantastic workshop. We spent the day in a really bright and welcoming space with Anne being a great teacher - clear and calm and very experienced in helping novices get the best out of the day. We all came away having had a fab day with our own individual scarf that we can feel pleased with. What a lovely day - thanks again!"

Paula Blackmore reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"Absolutely wonderful day, so enjoyable. I am not in the least bit artistic but with Jo’s patient guidance I was able to produce a couple of pieces that I was really really proud of! Highly recommend this course. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Paula! Your matching pieces looked amazing and will look fabulous on the wall. So glad you enjoyed the day. Jo xx"

Ian Hudson reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"We had had a brilliant day hammering with a very friendly and welcoming team.. Lots of lovely food and drink were provided. Great instruction was provided on the course and we were expertly guided to produce two pretty smart Nordic Dragon coat racks and key rings. Ear plugs may be a good idea to block the sound of the hammering. All in all, a fantastic day!"

Christine Hartis Emms reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers in Derbyshire

"Absolutely Fabulous Day. Learnt sooooo much in a fantasticically built workshop with the expert tution and guidance from Liz (sure I may have tried her patience somewhat😂) Liz truly is one of those rare people who make you feel at ease and teases the best possible outcomes for your artwork out of you. Would highly recommend taking the opportunity to join one of her courses, I certainly will be in the future. (oh and Bert, the cat, is also very endearing even when indifferent to your charms)"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Christine, Good to hear from you and thanks for letting me know about your day at The Slipper Studio. I am sat with a big grin on my face and I too had a thoroughly lovely day with you and Carol; it’s always special when folks choose a workshop here and travel some distance for this to happen. It’s great to see a piece of work develop from an initial idea to a completed piece, seeing your enthusiasm for the process. There’s still so much that you can develop from your block and your prints. On behalf of Studio Cat, I apologise for his poor manners, but he might be excused as it’s his birthday! Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Rosemary E reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"A very enjoyable day with sound teaching to an absolute novice. Very encouraging and helpful tutor who provided home-made cake (his own!) and enabled me to produce a beautiful silver bangle that I have been wearing all day - and received admiring comments."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"For an "absolute novice", you impressed me with your new silver jewellery making skills, and created some very impressive silver jewellery. It was a pleasure to help you with your chosen project. Thank you your very kind review : ) Jonathan"

Tanya reviewed: Introduction to Greenwood Spoon Carving- Beginners Eating Spoon

"I had a really great experience on this course and came away with a new wealth of knowledge in green wood spoon carving. The lesson had a really good pace and I felt I was able to progress myself along without having to wait or feel like I was holding anyone up! Everyone was so nice and the whole day had a really calm and relaxed atmosphere to it. By the end I had a lovely spoon and the confidence to go out and have a go by myself. Cannot recommend enough. "

Mike Dransfield reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I had a brilliant time on the blacksmithing day. Thanks for the warm welcome, the friendly tuition and the great food. It tested my skills but was not overtaxing. I would thoroughly recommend to anyone."

Paul Frost reviewed: Custom Experience Day with Orchard Blacksmith

"Absolutely perfect. Shaun was a brilliant teacher. It was a fabulous informative and fun day, leaving me with lots of new skills and knowledge and wanting to learn more. Also an aching arm and good workout. I would highly recommend this course. "

Roger Boyles reviewed: Pole lathe turning taster day: bowl turning

"Fantastic course. Loved the woodland setting. Maurice and Jon were great hosts and very knowledgeable and helpful. We loved the pole lathes and both managed to make bowls that we are proud of. The promise of “Camping available “ might be better described as wild or rough camping available with little or no facilities. Otherwise we were very happy. Roger and Polly Boyles. "

Touch Wood responded:

"Thanks Roger and Polly, I’m glad you enjoyed your bowl turning day. I take note of your comments and will amend the description regarding camping so people know what to expect. Maurice "

Roy M reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Excellent - between Adrian and Andy's patient expertise and Debbie's cooking and baking this was a cracking day. I'm hoping to come back for more!"

Nikki F reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Fantastic day at the Forge with great company and delicious food too. As a total novice with anything over the size of tweezers I was amazed at the beautiful things I was able to make under Adrian's friendly and laid back tutorage. I was at how much my confidence with the process grew in just one day. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. I would recommend this course to anyone and it makes an ideal gift for someone special who would like more irons in the fire! "

Paul reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"A thoroughly enjoyable day. Great friendly and inspiring tuition. A full day of interest including producing a great scarf on good equipment in a purpose built workroom, followed by meeting the Alpacas which had provided the beautiful yarn that we worked on the looms. A very good lunch broke up the day very nicely and we all completed our scarves in the afternoon. Lots of support and advice through the day helped to inspire my wife and I to want to do more weaving. We ended with the opportunity to purchase some beautiful items made by Caroline with wool from the Alpacas. Thanks for a lovely day."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. "

Jane reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"Thank you Alice for a really enjoyable day. It was so relaxing spending a whole day weaving. I am very pleased with the piece of weaving that I brought home with me. I am looking forward to doing more weaving."