Latest reviews

Patrick Cadell reviewed: Green Wood Furniture Making and Steam Bending - 3 Day Course in South Devon

"A very enjoyable and inspiring course. I already had some experience of green woodwork but acquired much more experience and also some expertise with first class coaching and support from Peter and Toby. I could not be happier with the stool I produced on the course. Peter and Toby went above and beyond in helping me correctly sharpen an antique drawknife that I had brought and demonstrating to me then talking me through how to steer a split back to the centre when splitting green wood. I would certainly recommend and will very likely come back myself for another course."

Al reviewed: Screen printing workshop

"Needed a refresher in screen printing on paper and Kathryn @ CraftCourses.com was fantastic and very patient showing me the basics as I hadn't screen-printed for many years. She's a lovely creative person (who also does fabric printing courses) and a very good teacher. I really enjoyed the course and would recommend Kathryn to anyone."

Kathryn Green Textiles responded:

"Thank you Al. It was a pleasure to work with you and I am so pleased you enjoyed it. Hope you now feel confident enough to carry on creating!"

Dzintra reviewed: Green woodworking - stool making 1 day

"It is lovely to learn new skills and return home with a tangible product, albeit with a bit of finishing off homework. I was a complete beginner in working with wood, but Lewis was able to inspire confidence in the way that he taught. The whole atmosphere was relaxed and the day flew by whilst I was trying to put my newly-learned skills into practice. A super day! "

Shelley reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"This was a really enjoyable course - pitched perfectly for beginners and allowed plenty of time to produce the print. Judith was on hand to help when needed and provided lots of tools and resources to inspire. "

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Many thanks Shelley, it was a pleasure to spend the day helping you create your gorgeous little hare!"

grazyna reviewed: The Ultimate Botanical Casting Experience

"Fabulous intimate course with Janet being a thoughtful, interesting and simple nice person to spend time with. Good clear instructions, nice cake whilst we were waiting for our piece to set"

Step in the Picture responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review Grazyna, I am so glad you enjoyed the experience and it was pleasure to teach you."

Jennifer reviewed: Children's whittling & wood carving classes

"Our 6-year-old loved this class! Alan was wonderful at adjusting the class to meet our son's ability and interest. He came home so proud of himself with the butter knife he'd made (along with some other neat things) and asking to go back for another class. Highly recommend!"

Rachel reviewed: Weave a Scarf in a Day - Harrogate

"Thank you Anne for a really enjoyable experience. Your instructions were excellent and when we needed help you were always there. You encouraged and praised us throughout the day, which I appreciated. We also learnt where to buy looms and future courses. I would love to do it all again, and my husband would like to come too."

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

"Excellent taster to Blacksmithing. Richard gave the perfect balance of tuition to hands on practice. We had a chance to use a lot of the equipment in his workshop and under his supervision we were able to create our own masterpiece’s. "

Red Anvil School of Blacksmithing responded:

"Thank you Stan, it was great to meet you and to give you the chance of exploring my world. The pieces you created involved a lot of different techniques which you tackled extremely well and should be very proud of your achievement! Richard "

Tina reviewed: Lampshade Making Workshop

"The course was so well paced and the tuition very thorough. I came away with a smart lampshade and on leaving bought a kit box and made a second lampshade at home this a morning whilst Kim’s tuition and clever tips were fresh in my mind! Can recommend the course very highly. "

From Loft to Loved Workshops CIC responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review Tina, we're pleased you had a great time. Hopefully we will see you again soon! Sarah and Kim"

Stephen reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"Really good day. Would strongly recommend to anyone interested in learning turning."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Steve, Glad you enjoyed the session and thanks for your review - much appreciated. --Simon"

Theo Papandreopoulos reviewed: Leather tooling course with Pip Davidson

"A nice introduction to leather and the basic tool techniques, very welcoming and friendly "

Liz Stevenson reviewed: Discover shibori - create a shibori hanging workshop 1

"I had a very relaxed & informative session at this Shibori workshop last Saturday, held at the peaceful location of the Class Studio in the Dorset countryside. Annabel, clearly loves her craft ,was very informative & explained the techniques involved very clearly. It was very enjoyable and I was able to make several small pieces which were combined to make a wall hanging . I left with materials to finish the project at home. The workshop inspired me to continue experimenting with the technique in the future. I would thoroughly recommend the course to anyone wishing to try out a a new craft. "

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

"Wonderful course I had no experience but managed to produce 3 lovely pieces with Judith’s help and guidance. Highly recommend "

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Thank you for coming along Jane, your watercolour effects and prints were gorgeous!"

Barbara reviewed: Christmas crafts - Macrame Gnomes, Folded Fabric Star Ornaments, & Christmas Tree Wall Decorations

"Great course. Well worth the course fee. Learnt new skills. Good company."

Craft Circle responded:

"Thanks Barbara, it was lovely to see you again :-)"

Taran Dryden-Furneaux reviewed: 2 Day Damascus knife Making Course

"Thank you Dan and Elliot. The 2 day Damascus steel knife making workshop was fantastic. I began the knife making workshop with no previous experience in blacksmithing and was deftly guided through the process by Elliot, who was happy to answer all my questions about process and method, also a few about smelting and the origins of Damascus steel. It's hard work, but worth it. Chefs kiss good. "

Neil Barraclough reviewed: Woodwork 4 days foundation course

"This four-day course was brilliant from start to finish. Ted is patient and clear in his teaching. He effortlessly adapts the course depending on your skill level and experience. You go home tired at the end of each day, but the days themselves fly by. You're having fun, learning lots, and putting the world to rights while you're at it. I went with zero woodworking experience apart from several hours spent on YouTube, but came home with working knowledge and experience of using various tools, producing various joints, and making two brilliant pieces (an intricate jewellery box my wife claimed immediately and a footstool my daughter has already put to use in the kitchen). Highly, highly recommended. If you're even remotely considering doing a course with Ted, stop thinking and start booking. You won't regret it."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thank you for the very kind words Neil . As I said your woodworking attitude was excellent from the get go and you progressed quickly by day 4. So glad your wife and daughter are taken by your projects too. I'm certain that in a short time you will be building something extra special for the kitchen or living room soon, just take your time at each stage of the project and read up on the finishing aspects which can easily make or break the work. If you need another course etc you know where I am my friend. Ted "

Barbara reviewed: Mosaic Taster Session (half day) in the Peak District

"It was a great introduction to making Mosaics with plenty of materials to pick from and options for ‘makes’. Peter provided just the right level of instruction and help. The refreshments were options plentiful and Alison provided a wonderful cake. My daughter and I had a lovely time and it was great to take home finished mosaics (well just the challenge of the final grouting to do). We both really enjoyed it."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

"Delighted to hear you both enjoyed your course with us here at Zantium and are pleased with your results...a lovely creative activity to share with your daughter. Thankyou for taking the time to write a review. We hope to welcome you again sometime."

Rebecca reviewed: Silver ring making, half day course

"I had such an amazing time on this course I have been recommending it to everyone! Mark and Terri were both lovely and incredibly knowledgable, you feel like you’re getting the most out of your time and it was such a great experience to do it all in their workshop rather than a classroom experience! I was lucky to have a one to one class which was amazing and I’m already looking forward to booking another session, if you’re considering ring/jewellery making there’s no better place to go! "

Dandelion Silver responded:

"Hello Rebecca, thank you so much for your kind words. I’m so happy you enjoyed your ring making class. It makes ir worthwhile when students leave such positive feedback. Many thanks Mark"

Ruth reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Weaving a Foraging Basket - Improver's Day Course at King John's Nursery, Etchingham, East Sussex

"This is my second course with Marianne. I love coming to her courses, she is a really kind and patient teacher, I always go home inspired and confident to keep using what I have learnt."

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Thanks for your lovely review, Ruth. Was great to be able to show you some other ways of doing things to get a pleasing result. So nice to have an eager student. I think you're ready for some more difficult and very different styles of weaving now. Watch this space. See you again soon."

Nic reviewed: Stone Carving Experience - Working with Geometry & Pattern - Stone Masonry - Blended Monkey

"Stone carving day was great fun, lovely small group of people each carving a different geometric design on Portland stone. Super instructor who was a stone mason all his life . I’m 49 and I took along three lads aged between 20-22 we all very much enjoyed our day Oh and the lunch was superb too! "

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Nicola, we're so pleased you enjoyed your stone carving experience here in our Blended Monkey studios. It was lovely to meet you and the lads! You all accomplished so much - massively impressed :-). Thank you for your lovely comments and we're pleased you enjoyed the lunch too."

Paul Stephens reviewed: Beginners' pastel painting workshop at fabulous Glasfryn Hall, North East Wales

"I had a wonderful day in a beautiful location and a stunning house. The workshop was perfect as an introduction to pastels, from an explanation of the materials themselves through to following Andy showing us techniques and methods of applying pastels on our own works. Andy was friendly the workshop was fun and throw in a lovely lunch and a goody bag at the end and it was perfect day. I thoroughly recommend."

Oriel Glasfryn Gallery Limited responded:

"Thank you Paul - for coming to the workshop and for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. I'm delighted you enjoyed the day and that I hope I've managed to convert you into another pastel enthusiast! Hope to see you here again in the future."

Bill reviewed: Autumn Watercolour Day Retreat, Staffordshire

"I really enjoyed the day. All the art materials were provided along with tutoring on basic watercolour techniques. Joan was a good teacher and made it all fun. "

Joan Kennedy Artist responded:

"Thanks so much Bill. I really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. It was so lovely meeting you and so pleased you enjoyed it. Thanks indeed for coming along :)"

Molly reviewed: Lino printing landscapes

"Spent a great day on this course. Lee is very patient and encouraging. Would recommend this to anyone and everyone! "

Paul Ridley reviewed: Spoon Carving - Slojd Workshop

"Fantastic day, well recommended. Max takes you through start to finish from a piece of greenwood to a spoon. Guiding you through safety and technique using axe and knife to accomplish your goal. Thanks Max."

Amy H reviewed: Willow Basket Weaving at Manor Wood

"This was a wonderful day spent in the woods. Lots of cups of tea and a campfire to keep warm. Lovely instructors. I highly recommend. I am looking for more courses to do in this special place at Manor Wood. What a treat to get away from everyday life and nourish body and soul in the woods. "

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi Amy, thank you for taking the time to review! So glad you enjoyed the basket weaving, hope to see you at Manor Wood again! Matt"