Latest reviews

Janis Williams reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"The couse was a birthday treat from my friend, what a super gift. I had a lovely time and Paul was a great teacher. Just received my fused glass art panel and am amazed how great it looks. Thank you Paul for a great day. I would highly recommend this course."

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Hello Janis, Thank you so much for your lovely review, I enjoyed our day and I’m really pleased you’re happy with your project!. Very best wishes Paul"

gail day reviewed: Powertex Gnome Workshop

"My mum, sister and myself did the Powertex Gnome course just yesterday. Jan was very friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. Jan gave us clear instructions and was on hand to help and guide us to make our best possible models. There were lots of embellishments available to use and lots of ideas to make our Gnomes one off’s. I would really recommend this course for all levels of experience for a few hours of messy fun. Thanks Jan, you were great 😊 "

Feline Fixins Powertex Fun responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review Gail, it was good to meet you all and have messy fun. I have messaged you about the 'fur'. All your gnomes were so different and all great. I hope you enjoyed your first experience with Powertex and you are welcome back anytime. Very best wishes Jan"

Teresa Firrell reviewed: Stained glass mosaic one day experience in the Kent Downs near Canterbury

"A very good course thoroughly enjoyed it Matt was a good host. I would do another glass course as it was so good. "

Creative Retreats and Holidays responded:

"Thanks Teresa! It was a pleasure to welcome you to our stained glass mosaic day & I'm glad you enjoyed it. I do hope you come back for another course."

Peter Harvey reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"A really fantastic day with Paul, for me a total beginner. Always liked wood products, the infinite grain patterns and colours, to be able to craft something myself was just great. Thanks Paul"

Anne and Antonia reviewed: Full day private jewellery tuition for 1-4 people

"We had a fabulous day making our beautiful rings with Sam. He is a great teacher, very kind and patient and excellent at explaining each stage clearly. The whole day was a lot of fun and we will definitely be going back to learn more. His cheese on toast is pretty good as well!"

Barb reviewed: Resin jewellery making workshop

"Great fun, quality results and good value for money ! "

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 😊 "

Heidi Shove reviewed: Learn pyrography - The art of drawing with fire

"Great Course, Lee was so friendly and super knowledgeable and talented. Course included so many different wood types to try and also the use of a blowtorch as a different means of marking the timber. The course surpassed expectations, came away with some great pieces. "

Lee Borthwick responded:

"Thank you Heidi, delighted you both enjoyed the class and got so much from it. I hope the course inspired you to take up Pyrography at home (and to buy a blow torch). "

Don reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Just returned home to Alberta Canada from my second visit to Sebastian's stone carving workshop. I enjoy the country setting and Sebastian's method of teaching. Highly recommended."

Phyllis Katon reviewed: Introduction to Woodwork - Make a Chopping Board

"Excellent course, really hands on and Jonty was extremely helpful. Highly recommend. I came away with a lovely shaped cheeseboard."

Ash & Co. Workshops responded:

"Hi Phyllis, so pleased you enjoyed the workshop and thank you for the lovely review. Best wishes, Jonty"

Chloe Cheese reviewed: Festive Christmas Nordic Tomte - Gnome Workshop

"Making a felt gnome needs some concentration but the result is very satisfying and the colours and materials are lovely. We were carefully and expertly instructed. (Tomte workshop)"

Anne Brooks reviewed: An introduction to Argentium Silver

"Have just spent a lovely day with Elizabeth making jewellery. The course was very interesting and informative. Elizabeth was very patient, easy to talk to and flexible with which item you could make. Would highly recommend the workshop. Would also recommend the cafe at the centre, the food was very good. "

Becca Roundhill reviewed: Creative Mosaic Workshop

"Ali is such a kind and patient teacher. I wanted to make a house number using vintage china and I am so pleased with the end result. At no point did I feel stuck as the small class means you get lots of attention and really feel fully supported. Being in the peace and beauty of Ali's garden room was also really calming. Lots of good cake to eat and generally a super experience."

Mosaic Workshops in the Garden Room responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a lovely day with 3 very interesting ladies which all enjoyed the time in the Garden Room eating homemade cake as well as making some great mosaic work. Hope to see you again x"

Julie Stubbs reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"What an absolutely fabulous day my daughter and I had. We both share a birthday and try and do something different on our birthday each year. This year we went to Jolene’s bangle and ring day course. It was worth every penny, was reasonably priced and she is such a lovely patient, encouraging lady. She also makes amazing millionaires shortcake. We came away with 2 bangles each, I made a coil ring and my daughter made 3 stacking rings. Thank you for making a special day even better."

Jolene Smith responded:

"Thank you for a lovely review xx"

Sher reviewed: Beginners and improvers oil painting workshop

"Excellent course. Really recommend. An inspiring and knowledgeable tutor. I enjoyed the journey from a loose landscape sketch in oils to firming up areas of focus in the piece, all under Ernie’s guidance and expert tuition. "

Ernie Butler studios responded:

"It was a pleasure, Sherry, and thank you so much for the positive review. Much appreciated. Ernie "

Nat reviewed: Woodwork Day Course

"Such a fantastic day course introducing me to woodworking, Ted was brilliant - friendly and knowledgeable. I would strongly recommend this course to anyone wanting to get a feel for the hobby. "

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Nat looking forward to seeing you again maybe next year. Good to hear your woodwork session was enjoyable. Kind regards Ted 👍👍👍"

Helen Z reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"I thoroughly enjoyed Dawn's free machine embroidery course, the studio was amazing. Dawn provided excellent tuition and encouragement, so many wonderful materials and ideas to choose from. I shall definitely attend further classes, she is so welcoming & encouraging whatever your skill level. Drinks & cake are pretty good too! 😊"

Dawn Ireland Textile Artist responded:

"Hi Helen, So glad you enjoyed the workshop. Thanks for taking the time to write a lovely review. Hope to see you again! "

Helen Chadwick reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"It was a wonderful day. I really enjoyed the whole thing. Paul is a very good teacher and so very helpful."

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you Helen, that’s very kind and much appreciated. Best wishes Paul :•) "

Izaura Wang reviewed: Modern Calligraphy with a Christmas Twist Workshop in The Cotswolds - Gloucestershire/Oxfordshire/Wiltshire Border

"I couldn't recommend this course more. Hellen Wallace is a brilliant tutor. She is patient and encourages you, each step of the way. I have immediately started practising and will definitely do another workshop soon!"

Lechlade Craft Barn responded:

"Hi Izaura We are so pleased you enjoyed your workshop and look forward to crafting with you again. Karen"

Lisa reviewed: Festive Christmas Nordic Tomte - Gnome Workshop

"A great Sunday afternoon spent creating a hand-felted and crafted Nordic Tomte with Fiona of Purr and Wag It. Relaxed, fun and a sense of achievement. Thank you Fiona!"

Linda Hobbs reviewed: SAORI Weaving Discovery Session

"I am a complete beginner regarding weaving, and I made a lovely piece in the two hour workshop. It's very satisfying, also fun. Nicola runs the class so well, a light touch, allowing you to experiment, but she's there as soon as you need help. I loved it!"

Dennis Hill reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"Learnt to mix colours using 3 paints, brush techniques and starting with light tones and then adding darker tones to develop contrast of the painting."

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank-you for attending the watercolour workshop at Cheylesmore. You have made great progress with your new limited watercolour palette. Look forward to teaching you again soon. "

Joyce Groom reviewed: Watercolour Mastery An Intensive 4 Day Live workshop (2nd-5th Sept)

"It was very good attending this workshop in person- much more immediate with help available as and when required. I have learnt more about successful wet on wet techniques as well as colour mixing."

Art By Purnima responded:

"Thank you for attending the workshop at Cheylesmore, it was lovely to meet you in person, well done with the watercolour pumpkin, you have made a brilliant start and have understood the wet on wet method. I look forward to teaching you on zoom and also in a venue very soon."

Angela reviewed: 2 Day Axe Making Courses

"My 16 yr old daughter has just made a fantastic axe incorporating her own ideas into the design over the last 2 days with fabulous instruction form both Gary and Josh. A very friendly, welcoming and helpful team. They gave her clear instructions and knew exactly when to let her get on with it, when to check her progress and when to help. It was a pleasure to be able to watch her take a small rectangle of metal and use numerous processes to end up with a fully functioning axe. She thoroughly enjoyed the course and is proud of what her hard work has achieved. No doubt we will be booking another course with them. Highly recommended. "

NR reviewed: "Find Your Inner Potter" ceramics and pottery day with Geraldine Francis

"I had a great time doing find your inner potter. Geri was very knowledgeable and good at teaching. She tailored the day to what I was interested in. Thank you"

Geraldine Francis Ceramics responded:

"It was a pleasure. Thank you for your review. Your makes were lovely especially the little dog sculpture on the box. Please let me know when you would like to collect your work."

Hugh reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"I really enjoyed being led through the process of producing a finely crafted and beautifully finished box. Mark's pacing, clear explanations at each stage together with excellent tips made the whole experience relaxed and fun. I came away with a lovely product, a feeling of achievement and lots of added tricks of the trade to use in my own workshop at home. Thanks for a brilliant weekend Mark!"