Latest reviews

Andrew Ingham reviewed: Woodturning half day taster

"A great experience. Paul is highly knowledgable and communicates his instructions in as simple a way as possible. I had a whale of a time trying to shape the vase so it looked one. Thanks Paul for ensuring that I left with something that looked fabulous. The family were all impressed with what I brought home. Definitely coming back for another course!"

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks Andrew. I'm glad you enjoyed the session."

Angus reviewed: Archive, DO NOT LIST

"Alex was a great tutor and helped me every step of the way! Would definitely recommend this course to others as you learn so much, I had no idea how complex the forging process was really until this course. Definitely an eye-opening experience!"

Sue Goodman reviewed: Half day mosaic workshops with Laura Barnes.

"Great course, Laura was an excellent tutor"

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"Hello Sue! Loved working with you all, and great results. My evening class all want to make snails now. Many thanks for your review, Laura "

Jane reviewed: Linocut and Mixed Media Botanical Printing Workshop in Cambridgeshire

"Excellent day x"

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Thank you Jane, good to have your creative and experimental energy in the workshop! x"

Hilary Cameron reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking with Gedwood

"Absolutely loved my intro to green woodworking with Ged yesterday. Lovely relaxed atmosphere in his open air (covered) workshop, surrounded by all things wood😊. Ged is a patient teacher, lets you try everything for yourself but always on hand for advice and help. I would highly recommend this course to anyone considering it, whether just as a one off enjoyable day or if you want to take your wood working further."

Gedwood responded:

"Glad you enjoyed the experience Hilary, and thankyou for your encouraging words 😊👍 Ged"

Jason Gunton reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"This was a gift from a partner so wasn’t sure what to expect but what I got in return was a great day out, a bit of history, working with a Master of his craft and four items made by myself. Highly recommended if you like metal, fire and making stuff. Big thanks to Nigel for his time and patience, especially with me!"

Hedley Nichols reviewed: Make At Home Fused Glass Fish on Driftwood Mobile

"Absolutely brilliant service from start to finish. Delighted with my finished fish and loved the fact that they hang horizontally. "

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you Hedley, very much appreciated. All the best Paul 🙂👍"

Les Parfitt reviewed: Willow Obelisk Plant Support Workshop

"A very good course with a great instructor, the finished product was very impressive."

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Les, lovely to meet you and I’m so pleased that you love your finished obelisk! Best wishes Vicky "

Ruby reviewed: Needle Felting Pumpkin Workshop

"We had SUCH a fun time felting with Mill Lane Felting. They were really friendly and welcoming with a good pacing to the course and comes with cake and drinks. Definitely recommend if you’re in the area."

Sally reviewed: Willow Pumpkin workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"We had a fabulous time, lovely calm morning of making and we are both delighted with our pumpkins! We are already looking at dates for another willow course next year. Thank you :)"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Sally 🙏 You were a pleasure to teach and I’m so glad that you were pleased with your pumpkins. Looking forward to seeing you again Vicky "

Stephanie C reviewed: Reduction lino printing workshop

"This workshop felt like a real gift of time, enthusiasm, skills-building, camaraderie and creative flow. The hours slipped by as we were tutored through the steps and given individual feedback along the way from a wonderful teacher who provided a beautiful setting and relaxed atmosphere. This technique is a little confusing to self-teach so I would recommend this in-person workshop to really understand the process and feel confident in continuing at home. "

Pennybadgerprintworkshops responded:

"Thank you so much for your review, it was a pleasure to meet you. Penny "

Aileen Burgess reviewed: Hardwood table furniture-making course with Finbarr Lucas

"I really enjoyed this three day course making a hardwood side table. It was extremely well organised and this enabled me, as a beginner, to produce a table that I am very pleased with. Finbarr’s organisation and processes enabled me to learn a lot about wood working over the three day course. I would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone who is interested in learning about and producing a high quality piece of furniture. In addition, as a tutor, Finbarr sensitively managed and encouraged individuals within a supportive and calm environment."

Finbarr Lucas responded:

"I’m really grateful for your considered and detailed review Aileen! Thanks so much for joining the course - I really enjoyed meeting you and the others and facilitating your experience of making a table. You produced a really lovely piece of furniture, with carefully made joints and fine finishing. I hope I’ll see you again on a future course!"

A reviewed: Rudolf Reindeer Willow Sculpture

"Such a wonderful day! Alison is a kind and patient teacher, and the food was absolutely outstanding. Terrific value for money."

Welig responded:

"I’m so pleased you enjoyed the day. What a great group you were. And you made some magnificent creatures (one reindeer that morphed into a greyhound!). Thank you so much for your review. Come again! Alison "

Nick Bradshaw reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"Tony has the patience of a saint and has a wonderful teaching ability, I really enjoyed my welding course and it was such good value for a day of 1-2-1 tuition. There was no hanging around watching others, I was using the torch the whole time. Highly recommended.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟"

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Thank you Nick for your feedback I appreciate it. If I can be of any further assistance please feel free to contact me. Regards Tony "

Joanna D reviewed: Willow Basket Weaving at Manor Wood

"Fab course, lovely location and we all came away with a basket despite most of us being beginners. A great way to learn a new skill. Would highly recommend. "

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi Joanna, thank you for your lovely review! So glad you enjoyed the basket weaving, hope to see you at Manor Wood again! Matt"

Catherine reviewed: Blacksmithing experience - spend a day in the forge

"My boyfriend and I enjoyed the blacksmithing course today as complete beginners. Richard was great at demonstrating and explaining techniques. After an introduction, we were left to be creative and explore the techniques we had been shown with the large array of tools and equipment. Richard helped us to create our visions and was very patient when I needed a bit of extra help. We are really happy with the poppies that we made and are looking forward to finding a spot in the garden for them."

Red Anvil School of Blacksmithing responded:

"Thank you Catherine, it was great to meet you both. I am pleased you enjoyed the experience and were able to explore your creative abilities. Your completed projects were beautifully created, and no mean feat! Richard "

Sarah reviewed: Box cushion workshop

"We drove down from Edinburgh to attend Jody's box cushion class. Jody was welcoming, very easy to be with, and is a great, patient teacher. The premises are bright and airy and the fabric shop has a great selection of material, if you turn up needing some (like we did). We learned so much. Jody has provided us with the confidence to come home and make more. We are so pleased with our cushions that we've planned to get together soon to make some more. Jody offers many other classes, and we'd def make the trip down again to attend something different. We absolutely feel we got great vale for money, and we've already recommended the class to our Airbnb host. "

Jody Gray Upholstery School responded:

"Dear Sarah and Ruth, thank you so much for your lovely review. I am so pleased you enjoyed the class and you both did an amazing job on your cushions! Kind regards Jody "

Ruth Alderton reviewed: Reduction lino printing workshop

"Fantastic workshop, really enjoyed it, I was a complete beginner and was so pleased with what I was able to produce by the end of the day, really lovely hospitality too"

Pennybadgerprintworkshops responded:

"Thank you so much Ruth, it was a lovely day and a pleasure to meet you. Penny "

Hannah reviewed: Silver clay beginners course - Lori Ridgway

"Lori was amazing and helped us through all the different steps from start to finish. Everything was clearly laid out and was explained well. My Mum and I had a really lovely and peaceful afternoon learning a new craft. Thank you!"

LR Silver Jewellery responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review! You and your mum made some lovely pieces. "

Adam reviewed: Blacksmithing experience - spend a day in the forge

"Just an absolute pleasure from start to finish’s, and a real escape from everyday life. Instructions was authoritative as you’d expect from such an experienced craftsperson but relaxed and friendly as well. We were supervised but allowed to experiment and try out our own designs. The kids are delighted by the mouse figure we were guided in making in the afternoon, and the garden ornament I made in the morning looks great. "

Red Anvil School of Blacksmithing responded:

"Thank you Adam, you did so well tackling a project with great enthusiasm and ability. I’m so pleased you enjoyed your experience and the family are thrilled with your mouse. Richard "

Lesley and Barry Shooter reviewed: Encaustic art beginners class - paint with molten wax

"Toni was most helpful and delightful. She explained and demonstrated encaustic art very well. We left with lots of our work and lots of enthusiasm to carry on with it."

Susan fry reviewed: Rudolf Reindeer Willow Sculpture

"Brilliant day, gorgeous lunch, teacher was extremely organised and helpful and, best of all I came away with a beautiful sculpture. What more can you ask for. "

Welig responded:

"Sue what a very nice review. Thank you. I’m so pleased you enjoyed the day. Please come again. You’re 🦌 is terrific and I look forward to seeing photos of him in-situ in your garden. Alison. "

Ruth Logue reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"This really was a five star day. I had a very enjoyable day with Amanda teaching me the basics of quilting. Amanda is a fabulous teacher who is extremely patient and explains things clearly. The day was very full and we made the most of very minute. I learned so much and I liked having one-to-one tuition. Amanda showed me various resources during our breaks and followed the day up with helpful contacts and resources, so that I can start to continue my quilting journey independently . I came away with a beautiful miniature quilt and would highly recommend Amanda and this one day course."

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Dear Ruth, thank you for your review. This is just the start of your quilting journey. Your small quilt was put together with great accuracy, so that will stand you in very good stead for the future, I feel. (A 'miniature' quilt would be tiny - but perhaps you will go on to make one of those in time...!) Amanda"

Liz Griffiths reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"Myself and two friends spent yesterday on this course. It was brilliant! Rick was an excellent tutor - informative and patient. Thoroughly enjoyed and thoroughly recommend."

Fiona reviewed: Slow Stitch Kit- Lakeland Hues - UK Postage Only

"I bought this as a gift and am sure it will be enjoyed! "