Latest reviews

NFreeman reviewed: Willow Plant Supports (1 day) in the Peak District

"Great course, lovely location, friendly helpful tutor. "

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

"Thankyou for joining us on Friday and for this happy review. Enjoy your new skills and willow creations for your garden."

Lorraine reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I enjoyed this course, being out in the air, the cameraderie and loved handling the stone. The stone isn't dense, so scultping is relatively easy and there is just enough time to finish a piece. Sebastian is welcoming and guides when you ask, otherwise, you're left to learn as you go - an explorative-type learning that worked for me. I have already recommended Sebastian's course to friends and family and would want to return another time to improve my skill level."

jacqui alland reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"What a brilliant day. Everyone was so lovely and helpful. It gave us all an appreciation of just how hard the skill is to undertake. The food was amazing the cakes, bread and chick pea meal was delicious. We all highly recommend this experience "

Adam B and Steve C reviewed: One day welding course for two people

"An excellent MIG welding course. Julian is an inspirational teacher and ensured all aspects of welding, materials and techniques were understood. Excellent course in theory and also plenty of time given for practical demonstrations and practice. Time and money well spent and would highly recommend this learning experience course for everyone."

Julian Wadsworth - Artist Blacksmith responded:

"Thank you Adam for your review. It was really good seeing you both pick up the techniques and produce strong welds. Good luck with any future projects,and if anything crops up then please feel free to get in touch. Best Regards, Julian"

Wendy Marks reviewed: Gemma Holley Millinery Fascinator Course

"Gemma was very welcoming. She explained in detail the techniques involved to construct a fascinator. I found the course very informative and helpful. Great hatbox to take my design home. "

Gemma Holley Millinery responded:

"Thank you for your lovely words, it was a pleasure teaching you. I look forward to seeing you again soon. Xx"

John Miles reviewed: Lino printing landscapes

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day lino printing at Lee's studio. Lee is a great tutor, and I managed to produce some nice prints, even though I say so myself!"

Denise reviewed: Silk Painting in Glengarry, Highland (2 Day Course)

"I made 2 scarfs and they are both unique to me I have really enjoyed doing these I would highly recommend it the little things you learn about silk it takes your mind of things it's just a brilliant experience from start to finish and Ross is lovely nothing Is to much trouble I would definitely come back "

Glengarry Silk Studio responded:

"Thank you for the review. I enjoyed working with you, and especially that you were so thrilled with the scarves you produced. You chose your colours wisely. Well done. "

Cathy reviewed: Adult Abstract Painting full day workshop - North Wales

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day from start to finish. The venue was great and the whole atmosphere was warm and friendly. Jack our tutor was outstanding, offering lots of support and guidance and you immediately felt at ease. The day went so quickly and I returned home totally inspired, relaxed with some lovely pieces of abstract art. "

The Art Doctor UK 2022 responded:

"Thank you so much Cathy. We are thrilled you enjoyed the day, and got so much out of it. Thank you for sharing."

Dave Lewis reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"Outstanding One-on-One MIG Welding Course with Tony I recently completed a one-on-one MIG welding craft course with Tony, and I can confidently say it was an exceptional learning experience from start to finish. Tony’s teaching style is clear, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable, making even complex concepts easy to grasp for beginners and hobbyists alike. The course began with a solid foundation in welding theory and safety, including a thorough walkthrough of how to properly set up a MIG welder. Tony explained the differences between shielding gases (such as CO₂, Argon, and mixed gases), and how each affects weld quality and penetration. We also touched on other welding processes like TIG and Stick welding, which helped put MIG welding into a broader context. Once the basics were covered, we moved on to hands-on practice with various joint types. Tony guided me through welding lap joints, tee joints, and corner joints, offering real-time feedback and tips to improve technique, consistency, and control. Each session was tailored to my pace, and I appreciated how Tony emphasized both the technical and artistic aspects of welding. By the end of the course, I felt confident in my ability to set up and operate a MIG welder, understand the role of different gases and materials, and execute clean, strong welds on common joint types. Whether you're looking to start a career in welding or simply want to build your skills for personal projects, I highly recommend this course and Tony as an instructor."

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"David thank you for your feedback it is really appreciated. I am very happy you enjoyed the course . It was your first time welding and you did extremely well. The improvement from the beginning of the lesson to the end was evidential in the welds that you produced. I hope you continue welding in the future and if I can help with any advice when you look to purchase your own equipment please feel free to contact me . Regards Tony "

Darryl Houghton reviewed: Beginners Pyrography Course

"I recently attended the course run by Tilia. She was very helpful and gave us a gentle introduction into Pyrography. During the course of six hours I completed three pieces, a small keyring, a coaster with an ammonite on it and a large piece with a woodpecker on it. The venue was incredible and really highlighted what could be done with wood. Tilia was an excellent tutor and had tons of patience while helping us create our art. She also worked on her own piece beside us. I highly recommend the course and if you have an interest in Pyrography this is the course to do "

Jessica E reviewed: 1-2-1 Practical Leather Tuition & Consultancy with Georgie Tym

"Hello, I recently booked a half a day session with Georgie and I really recommend her as a tutor. She is very knowledgable and has great past experiences, which is clearly shown in her teaching. Her pattern cutting knowledge is very advanced and she knows her craft really well. You will be in good hands when learning from Georgie, all my lessons with her so far have been informative and easy to follow. I can't recommend enough, thank you! "

Hands of Tym responded:

"Thank you for your kind words Jess and thanks for being an excellent student with bundles of motivation! Best wishes, Georgie"

Kerise reviewed: Home-ed Pottery and Arts Award

"My son attended this thursday gone 25th September for the home ed pottery class and he really enjoyed his time there. Normally it takes him a long time to settle in and join in on the activities even with a parent there due to his autism and other sen needs but they were able to support him very well and he participated in alot of different pottery activities at the time and is really looking forward to his next session soon! "

Geraldine Francis Ceramics responded:

"Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to see your son enjoy the session and relax with the activities. Looking forward to helping him with his project next weeks. Geri and the Pottery Team At Geraldine Francis Ceramics."

Hilary reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Snowshill Manor

"Two very enjoyable days in a lovely setting (we were blessed with the weather) and an attractive owl to take home. "

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Hilary, glad you enjoyed the course. (We were very lucky with the weather!) Best wishes Miranda"

Rhys John reviewed: 2-day blacksmithing courses

"I had a great weekend with Aaron at his forge in St Clears. Aaron is a very knowledgable and friendly tutor and just after 2 days it has sparked my interest in smithing and given me the skills to start having a go myself. I would highly recommend, Thanks."

A and T Petersen Ltd responded:

"Thank you for your 5 star review. Really pleased that the course has sparked something in. You, enjoy smithing Trudi and Aaron "

Alfie Sheldon reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"Learnt so much and had an amazing time with Tony, I would recommend this course to any one wanting to learn to mig weld."

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Alfie at sixteen years of age you did well on the course. With so much enthusiasm you should go along way in your welding career. Regards Tony "

June Willey reviewed: Willow Basket Weaving at Manor Wood

"My sister and I attended this course as a birthday treat and we traveled quite a long way to attend. I have mixed feelings about the day. The setting was fabulous I chose it because it was outside in a forest setting and that didn’t disappoint. Beautiful surroundings with a camp fire on constantly where the kettle was boiled for tea and coffee. The day was full on and although we both made quite a nice basket, it was not like the basket we set out to make, it was unfinished. It didn’t have a handle and wasn’t as tall as the example. I think Olinda was lovely and tried very hard to help us all but with 7 people making a basket and the majority of these were beginners her time was spread thinly. So when people required assistance this sometimes meant you had to wait for lengthy periods of time, in particular near the end of the day when the final border was required. I am still not sure how to do the border but I have some knowledge for further learning. I would still recommend this course you will make a basket you can take away and have some knowledge to progress. "

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi June, Thank you for your review, we really appreciate your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the woodland setting, and we’ve taken your comments on board to ensure we can offer more support in future sessions. Matt and Emma"

John Hutchinson reviewed: Oak stool making experience - rustic carpentry & green wood work

"The green woodworking course was a birthday present from my wife. I do have some DIY skills but haven't made anything "creative" with wood for a very long time. The plan for the day was to make three legged stool using old unmechanised skills, and that's exactly what we did. Ian is a brilliant and supportive teacher who enabled me to create a hand carved mallet (which works!), then a beautiful stool which I'm very proud of. I'd very much recommend the day to anyone who wants to learn some practical woodworking skills in a very "chilled" way. "

Georgia reviewed: 1-Day Workshop: Carve a Celtic Knot in Stone

"Absolutely brilliant workshop would definitely recommend to others. Really enjoyed it and thanks to Philip for all his help throughout "

Philip O'Brien Sculpture responded:

"Thank you, Georgia – it was a pleasure having you both on the course. I’m glad you enjoyed the day, and it’s always great to see a nicely finished carving head home with its maker. And thanks for your review 🙂 Cheers, Philip"

Andy Shan reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"I had zero experience of welding, but this excellent one day course has given me enough to get started on simple projects as a DIYer. The teaching was excellent, Tony was fun to be with and the emphasis on practical work and safety was perfect for me. Highly recommended."

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Thanks Andy for the review it is appreciated. You did well on the course and have the ability to further your skills at home in your own workshop keep up the good work. Regards Tony "

Linda Clow reviewed: Learn traditional upholstery

"I am coming back to upholstery after a break of a few years. I did my first session yesterday and loved every minute of it. Peter is very knowledgeable, explains everything so simply and is so encouraging. It was a real pleasure and looking forward to booking more sessions so that I can finish my chair. Thank you Peter. "

Guy Teasdale reviewed: Oak stool making experience - rustic carpentry & green wood work

"Absolutely brilliant course. Ian was very positive and motivating. He helped when needed but also let me work at my own pace. Came away with a mallet and a beautiful elm and ash stool. I will definitely book another course with him."

Mashley reviewed: Willow wreath kit (makes 2)

"Initially I did not receive this kit, but that was soon rectified. Very pleased with the contents and instructions. I have yet to make it, but I am sure I won't be disappointed. "

Craftkits responded:

"Thank you very much for your purchase of the willow wreath kit, I do hope that you enjoy making the wreath and thank you for taking the time to write a review."

Beth reviewed: Picture Framing - Woodworking Basics

"This framing course was one of the best craft courses I have taken! Vas is such a great and patient teacher and talented woodworker and designer. The result of the course is one of my favorite products I have ever made in a course as the finished product is an incredibly high quality bespoke one of a kind frame! I was able to select the wood and also learned to consider the design of the frame and image, all of which was great! I learned so much and had a really enjoyable time. I couldn't recommend this course more! Also was great to understand woodworking tools and materials! 10/10!"

DEMOD Design Workshop responded:

"It was an absolute pleasure having you on my course, Beth! Your eagerness to learn and enthusiasm made the course a highly enjoyable experience for me, too. I hope you will apply your new skills to frame your amazing stained glass work!"

julia reviewed: Willow Dragonfly Sculpture at The National Stone Centre

"Really enjoyed the course. Sally is VERY patient and explains things well. Am booking another course with her."

Wild Roots Creative responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review, I look forward to working with you again soon."

Belinda reviewed: 1 Day Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - Lewes

"I attended this course last weekend ( 21/9/2025). Even before I booked Lucy was approachable and gave lots of advice on how to improve my chair. This was a sentimental restore as it was something that my father had planned to reupholster. On the day of the workshop Lucy was welcoming and very soon put me at ease. The venue is light and airy and Lucy supplied all the tools needed for the day. I thoroughly recommend this workshop, you won’t be disappointed."

Roundedby responded:

"Ah Belinda that is such a lovely review - thank you! It was so good to have you at the workshop, I especially love traditionally stitched projects, so I was thrilled that you chose to work in that way. I think you did a brilliant job, and I think the pattern layout we decided upon is really going to 'sing'. Thanks again, Lucy !"