Latest reviews

Tracy Lindsell reviewed: Wooden mechanical toy (automata) making

"One of the most enjoyable courses I have been on. The communication before the course was spot on. Stef gives you the options of the style of automaton you want to make. (And you can tweak it to suit yourself….within reason🙂) The day itself was fabulous. Stef is a very talented and lovely man who enjoys sharing his skills. I will definitely be returning. (I’ve already dropped hints to Mr.L about Christmas presents…..)"

Penlan Crafts responded:

"Thank you, Tracy! "The Dancing Goats", based on your sketch, are delightful! Please send me a picture of the sky once it's completed... I'm sure it will be a real work of art! And yes, it would be great to have you back, maybe with Mr. L, to build something even more complex (maybe with bees, this time?). All the very best, Stef"

Teresa HM reviewed: Decoupage a Set Of Coasters Workshop

"My friend and I had a great session with Maxine learning how to decoupage our own set of slate coasters. I leaned a lot and am enthused to source materials myself to continue this craft- thank you!"

Paula reviewed: Ecoprinting with Bookbinding with Earthwise Ecoprints

"What a fabulous day I had. You cannot fail to make beautiful prints in this workshop. The bonus is, you then use the prints to make books to use. Thank you Fiona for a great experience."

Jane reviewed: Modern Kintsugi - Beginners (Eastbourne)

"Excellent course, really enjoyable and got to take my lovely bowl home with me. "

Sussex Kintsugi responded:

"Thank you, Jane! I am so glad you enjoyed the session and now a proud owner of a beautiful Kintsugi bowl. It was lovely having you join the Eastbourne group."

Lynn and Jeff reviewed: Living Medicine First Aid

"My partner and I had a really interesting time learning about which relevant herbs/plants and spices could be used to treat different ailments. It was a really relaxed environment and Diane explained all the stages of infusion. We both made an oil for rubbing and a balm of our choice. I would recommend the day."

Aroma Natural responded:

"Thank you Lynn for taking the time to write this lovely review, I'm so pleased you both enjoyed the day and hopefully you will now have the confidence to continue with the amazing herbal world of living medicine."

Tom Ludwig reviewed: Woodland Management and Stewardship: October 2025

"This was one of those rare experiences that completely shifts how you look at the landscape around you. The course struck a great balance between practical fieldwork and discussion — from assessing stand structure and tree health to understanding the long-term planning required to build resilience in our woodlands. The emphasis on adapting management to changing climate conditions and rising deer pressure really brought home how proactive we need to be in caring for these ecosystems. For anyone involved in woodland ownership, nature recovery, or land management — this is a course that grounds you in the reality of what good woodland stewardship looks like. I came away with muddy boots, a full notebook, and a completely renewed appreciation for how much skill and foresight goes into managing a healthy, functioning woodland."

Rose London reviewed: Introduction to Blacksmithing 2 Day

"Really enjoyed the two day course here, I will definitely be back ! - I had so much fun and learnt so much in a short space of time. Dan is a really good teacher and even though I have really no experience of blacksmithing he helped me along a lot and I'm so proud of what I made, especially the rose! It's nice as well that I reckon I could get myself going at a forge myself if i wanted to to improve my skills in my own time :-) "

Tanya Almeida reviewed: Create beautiful paper sculpture in Derbyshire - More tea, Vicar?

"Liz was a welcoming host. She explained how to make the paper sculptures and started us on a simple, achievable piece - a string of birds. We then made a slightly bigger pieces of fruit. In the afternoon we made larger pieces, in my case a coffee pot. There were sample sculptures for us to look at and we could choose which one we wanted to make. Liz was on hand for problem solving and advice. The workshop space is bright and beautiful and Liz provided drinks as an when we wanted. It was a fantastic day and I love the sculptures I made. The pre-workshop instructions were detailed and clear. Liz even appeared at the end of her drive just as we were arriving, to make sure we hadn't got lost."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Tanya, Good to hear from you and thank you for taking the time to review your day - it’s much appreciated. It was lovely working with you both, seeing your skills and knowledge develop throughout the day. You’re work was fab. You were also great company, as it’s always fun and interesting chatting with other makers. Best wishes Liz Wellby "

Maggie Leath reviewed: 'Bring Your Own Project' Day - Upholstery

"Absolutely brilliant day. Katie was very helpful and I learnt alot. Delighted to finish upholstering the 2 seats that I took along and they look fab in the chairs. Thanks Katie for a great day."

Meticulous Restoration responded:

"Thanks so much for your review Maggie. It was lovely to meet you. I was very impressed by the restoration you had completed on the frames and you did a fantastic job on reupholstering the seat pads. Thanks again, Katie "

Mikaela reviewed: Woodturning 1 Day Beginners Course in Berkshire

"Great course and great instructor, thanks so much Liz! Amazing what you come away with in just a days class, something I am now displaying proudly in my home. Liz's passion, knowledge and experience shine through which add to the enjoyment of the day and made it much less daunting. Thanks again, Mikaela "

Love Heartwood Turning School responded:

"Thanks Mikaela. It was lovely to help you spend a relaxing day at the lathe. "

Marianne reviewed: Leaf Droplets. Mosaic Art for the Garden

"A highly enjoyable course. I am sure I will be back for more. "

Caleb Lambourne reviewed: Knife making weekend Gloucestershire

"An absolutely fantastic weekend, cannot recommend highly enough. It was remarkable for me, with no real experience, to take the raw materials and (under Arian's patient wisdom), turn them into a beautiful and unique knife that I am genuinely proud of and should last a lifetime. It was fascinating to get a real insight into the 'why' of each stage and process, rather than just following instructions. Arian ensures that you come away with a real appreciation of the craft and the reasons for each step or decision. He genuinely cares for the work being undertaken, and wants to connect with the people participating. It was very refreshing amid the busyness of life to have a weekend in the quiet of the workshop to focus on a single, practical task and objective; not have your attention pulled in lots of different directions! Good for the soul."

Nailsworth Community Workshop responded:

"Hi Caleb, thank you so much for this heart warming review. I'm delighted you appreciated the way I run the course, and I'm sure you'll get years of use out of your knife. Enjoy your foraging, and if you have any questions or need advice with anything do give me a shout. Regards, Arian"

Aarti reviewed: Leaf Droplets. Mosaic Art for the Garden

"Michele's courses are superb, everything explained clearly, she has an eye for design and gives you the confidence to try. I've done a course and booked some studio time to make my own things. Well worth it and Michele's lovely to boot! "

Hershey reviewed: Furniture making and Cabinetry beginners course

"I had an amazing experience learning under Jake’s tutelage! His depth of knowledge in woodworking is incredible, and he’s a quick, creative problem-solver. Jake was accommodating, patient, and took the time to clearly explain each step and the use of every tool and machine. His enthusiasm and encouragement made the entire process even more enjoyable, and I was thrilled to leave with a beautiful table I built myself! I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to deepen their skills in furniture making. It’s informative, hands-on, and taught by a truly good instructor! "

Laura Swaddle reviewed: Beginners Knife Forging Day

"We spent a fantastic day learning to forge our own blades - our instructor Alex was friendly and super helpful, showing us all the techniques needed whilst ensuring we all took the lead on our own projects. The in-depth knowledge behind each step of the process was fascinating and we all benefitted from really understanding what was happening both physically and scientifically at each stage. This was a wonderful present for my partner's 40th birthday and we'll be recommending it to others! "

Jane Woodward reviewed: Slow Stitch Notebook Cover Workshop

"A lovely relaxing afternoon enjoyed by myself and a couple of work colleagues. Sadly one of my group was unable to attend but greatly appreciated receiving all the materials plus clear instructions so she could be creative at home. Jane was very helpful with her tuition and we all came away with very different but all beautiful notebook covers plus the enthusiasm and confidence to do more."

Sycamore Creative responded:

"Hi Jane, Thank you for such a lovely review. I thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon with you all. It was great seeing everyone sharing ideas with one another. 😀"

Rob Tilt reviewed: Watercolour painting workshop at Back Room Art Stourbridge

"Great course, I learnt so many techniques in 4 hours. Lovely friendly atmosphere and Heather was a super teacher. She was very friendly and helpful to me as a beginner. Highly recommend this course. "

audrey reviewed: Create a mosaic in a day in Yorkshire with professional mosaic artist Sue Kershaw

"I’ve never done mosaic before so a new experience and Sue was so helpful and supportive, really enjoyed the workshop and hope to get back for more in the future."

Sue Kershaw responded:

"Thank you so much Audrey for your feedback and kind words, I really appreciate it and do hope to see you again."

GL reviewed: Beginners DIY & Home Maintenance Workshop in Warrington, Cheshire (1 Day)

"Great course, lots of information in informal setting."

The Boho Shed responded:

"Thank you for your positive review Gemma, I'm delighted you enjoyed the course."

Katie Longwill reviewed: Mosaic workshop in Norwich

"The five week course with Fehmi during the school summer holiday period was the perfect family holiday activity. Fehmi encouraged us to explore our individual ideas under his expert guidance. His studio is the perfect artist's workspace - lots of natural lighting, large work surfaces and a super-organised and extensive collection of materials to work with, paired with a very relaxing and friendly atmosphere. We were inspired by Fehmi's own amazing and very distinctive pieces and hope to visit his next exhibition. Thanks for a wonderful experience, Fehmi!"

Mosaics by Fehmi Gökeş responded:

"Thank you Katie. I very much enjoyed you and your daughters' company."

Hugh Gilchrist reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"I attended a Tig welding course with Tony and highly recommend it. Tony is a very patient teacher with a massive amount of experience. He explained each step throughly and gave excellent feedback after every weld I produced. The one to one instruction was excellent. I came away with lots of practical skills and knowledge of what equipment to invest in. Many thanks! "

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Thank you Hugh for the feedback it is very much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed the course and will keep practicing and improving your skill further at home in your workshop. Regards Tony "

Sarah Simon reviewed: Introduction to Flat Lay Needlefelting - Wildflower Picture

"A really enjoyable class. Very relaxing. Meeting new crafters. Looking forward to more of the same. Lovely to have a couple of hours to myself.x"

Craft and Create North East CIC responded:

"Thank you very much for your feedback Sarah, we’re thrilled that you enjoyed the class. We hope to see you again at future classes! "

John & Karen Holden reviewed: Watercolour painting workshop at Back Room Art Stourbridge

"The course was run very professionally by Heather, it was warm, friendly and relaxing. All materials were provided as well as a good supply of tea and coffee. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there and would recommend this course, we learnt a lot of good techniques."

Julie Keary reviewed: Discovering Pen and Wash - with Margaret Jarvis - a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Ullswater and The Lake District

"A really enjoyable day in a gorgeous setting. A nice lunch provided and plenty of drinks and cake available. Annie is a great host and Margaret is a very generous teacher. "

Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden and Barns responded:

"Thank you for your kind words Julie. We're glad you had a lovely day, and perhaps we'll see you here again another time!"

KateT reviewed: Make a papercut lightbox

"Really enjoyable workshop, and I'm thrilled with my lightbox which takes pride of place by my bed. Dawn had lots of lovely templates (so hard to choose) and gave lots of tips about how to get the best results."

Handmade Workshops Ltd responded:

"Hi Kate We're so pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Catherine told me you made a fantastic light box so well done! It was lovely to meet you yesterday and I hope we get to see you at another workshop soon. Thanks Ann Handmade Workshops "