Latest reviews

Philip Jefferies reviewed: Woodturning Experience Days - Come and spend a day turning your first bowl

"I had a really wonderful day in the company of Stephen, and came away proudly with two fantastic bowls. Stephen greeted us with a warm welcome, and with a coffee and a chat I immediately felt at ease. A quick safety briefing and tour of the studio, before it was straight on with turning bowl number 1. It was informative, encouraging and when a few mistakes happened, patient tuition made the process so easy to follow. A lunch break gave us time to chat and recall stories of past history before it was on to bowl number 2. Stephen took more of a watching and guiding stance for this, always there if needed, but allowing me to try to remember exactly what I had put into practice before lunch. When my wife returned from her day out sightseeing in Well to puck me up, she was also made to feel very welcome with coffee and a friendly chat. Before we left Stephen gave me information on books to purchase to learn more and where to find the best tools to continue with the new found hobby. A day to remember and one I highly recommend to anybody looking to try woodturning."

Bodden Cross Studio responded:

"Thank you Philip. Keep the questions coming regarding equipment, tools etc. Happy to help. "

helen reviewed: Beginner’s Soapmaking Workshop in Dorset

"I really enjoyed the course . Easy to follow instructions, everything was provided . The course was fun and informative. Would love to do this again "

Louise Mackenney reviewed: Modern upholstered footstool workshop - Lewes - no experience required - the perfect gift!

"What a brilliant way to spend the day! Lucy was a fantastic and engaging teacher - so full of knowledge, with a witty anecdote for almost everything. I was so nervous that my footstool would be the one footstool in the history of footstools that didn’t work out very well, but it did, it’s beautiful and I’m so proud of it! The venue was quirky and the lunch was delicious. Thank you Lucy. "

Roundedby responded:

"Ha ha! Never for even a second was that going to happen ! I can never quite get over what incredible results are achieved by students in this workshop - and your beautiful blush & denim stool is no exception! You were so careful and considered and asked such great questions - thank you so much for trusting in the process and getting creative with your hands! Best - Lucy "

Lawrence Pennard reviewed: Bowl Woodturning Tuition Half Day with Registered Professional Turner

"I have done a few of these courses now and have to say this is undoubtedly the best one. Joe is a great teacher and my wife was delighted with the work I brought home. Hope to return another day. "

Joe Creed-Kaile responded:

"Hi Lawrence, Thank you for your review. Best wishes on your Woodturning journey Joe"

Jade reviewed: Creative Mosaic Making in-a-Day!

"Such a lovely day creating mosaic art with lovely people. An unbelievable wide variety of materials and colours to use and you are encouraged to create any artwork you want. Useful tips and guidance throughout from Lisa-Marie, and some much appreciated help cutting glass when I thought I’d taken on a task too big and wouldn’t finish in time. Would definitely attend again"

Creative Avenue York responded:

"Thankyou for your kind words Jade. It's a pleasure to share my hoard of lovely materials and see them become part of someone's artwork. I'm so glad you stuck with your vision and took the time to place all of those tiny pieces to create your Van Gogh masterpiece! Regards, Lisa-marie"

Nicky reviewed: Modern upholstered footstool workshop - Lewes - no experience required - the perfect gift!

"The course run by Lucy to make your own footstool was so fulfilling. For a complete novice the support and instructions were fantastic. We never felt hurried but learnt new skills in a really well thought out and prepared day. The day flew by with a lovely lunch provided which was a point to share experiences. It's amazing after one day you go home with a lovely stool and is testament to Lucy, her teaching, skills and friendliness"

Roundedby responded:

"Ah Nicky you were absolutely brilliant, thank you for such a thoughtful review - I love your Denim & Marmalade combo, it was so striking and you worked in such a careful way, no wonder it looks so good! Lucy"

Ben miller reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"As a total novice to woodcarving, I found this course very informative. Our tutor thoroughly explained everything from the types of wood used, tools required, their uses through to sharpening & links to sites to obtain materials. A thoroughly enjoyable day that I would highly recommend. "

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. We are very pleased that you enjoyed the workshop and shall let the course tutor know. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Basim Shaffu reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"Very enjoyable and creative course especially working as a group with other friendly people and a very knowledgable experienced and helpful instructor to guide us. I will most certainly take it on."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Good morning, Thank you for your lovely review- I shall share this with the tutor! We hope to see you again. Best, The Stanwick Lakes Team."

Stacey Darrell reviewed: Wet-felting workshop with Fabulous Feltings

"Beautiful venue, clear guidance from Jane, interesting content, generous materials & well fed into the bargain. Plus a sparrowhawk landed on her bird feeder during our lunch break. What is not to like. Jane has an interesting workshop filled with her beautiful work to inspire her students. All in all an enjoyable day & worth every penny of her reasonable charges."

Fabulous Feltings responded:

"Thank you for your comments Stacey - it was a pleasure to have you at my workshop and your work is beautiful. I’m so pleased you enjoyed your day 😊"

Cynthia reviewed: Rag rug making course in North Herefordshire

"A very enjoyable and instructive day which certainly lived up to expectations. Gentle encouragement from Jenni and pleasant company from the other participants. Lots of ideas to carry on this totally addictive craft with no expensive outlay for either equipment or materials. A great sense of recycling with a purpose to produce something attractive and useable from virtually nothing. Many thanks Jenni."

Jenni's Rag Rugs responded:

"I am so glad you enjoyed the day, as I did. It certainly is recycling with a purpose."

Carol reviewed: Weave a patterned scarf in a day - Harrogate

"Fabulous day with a fantastic tutor held in a great yarn shop…..Yarn Etc. Anne was an amazing tutor and very knowledgeable about textiles. "

Kate Norris reviewed: Stained Glass Sun Catchers. (Foil Method) One day class. Beginners and intermediate welcome.

"What a beautiful day!! My mum has always wanted to try stained glass, literally for years! So when we decided to go away for a few days I had the idea to look for a days workshop for her. We planned our whole holiday around this day and it didn't disappoint! We took some alcohol-free fizz with us and a little packed lunch but everything else was provided by Clare. We honestly had so much fun and now my mum is looking into getting all the equipment to carry on making. A little spark has been ignited! So thank you for everything Clare! We cannot recommend highly enough. "

Woodland Crafts responded:

"I'm so pleased that you had a great time. You certainly both have an aptitude for this craft and did so well with the pieces that you made. Well done! Thank you for your kind review. Clare"

Joshua W reviewed: Stitch! General Sewing & Clothes Making Classes for all levels and any project in Brighton - Hove - Sussex

"Really helpful teacher Mel. Handy location for travel. I am replicating my favourite top in the Stitch! class. "

Sew in Brighton responded:

"Hi Joshua, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. So pleased that you're finding the classes useful for your Replicate project. Best, Kat & the team"

Caz Hildebrand reviewed: Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

"I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to do a course on mould making with Ed Bentley. It was such an invaluable experience. I learnt so much, felt inspired and encouraged to develop more complex moulds and tackle challenging forms. Ed is an excellent teacher, most generous in sharing his vast knowledge, very positive and supportive and interested in helping you find the best techniques for your practice. He is also a kind and thoughtful host. I can't wait to go back and learn more. "

Lilyanna M reviewed: Stitch! General Sewing & Clothes Making Classes for all levels and any project in Brighton - Hove - Sussex

"I really enjoyed the Stitch! class I went to, I brushed up on how to use a sewing machine by starting the cushion project and I saw a great belted wrap-robe project in the classroom that I look forward to starting soon. There were only 3 others in the class and the air con was so refreshing. "

Sew in Brighton responded:

"Hi Lilyanna, thanks for leaving a review and we look forward to welcoming you back to start the belted robe project! Best, Kat & the team"

Beata reviewed: Interior Design Course - five weeks

"I just wanted to thank Aleksandra for her excellent online interior design course! You complete the course modules and homework assignments with Aleksandra's direction, and they all work together to help you identify your particular design aesthetic so that your final product is exactly what you want and love. Aleksandra is incredibly encouraging and brimming with ideas and industry experience to help you develop your ideal scheme. The weekly meetings with Aleksandra , who added design advice or suggested easy modifications that I hadn't considered, were comforting to me as she helped me polish the ideas I was developing. She also sent me resources to further investigate my ideas. Everything came together week by week to form my completed scheme. Aleksandra's advice helped me design my living room. Thank you so much and I'm looking forward to designing my kitchen next. "

Skela Studio responded:

"Oh Beata, I can't thank you enough for the lovely words! "

Yash reviewed: Work of Iron | Innovation from the Anvil | Edinburgh | AXE FORGING

"The session was absolutely amazing. Hammering the hot metal and tweaking it gave me such a good feeling. Thanks a lot for your time, Jack. I'm looking forward to more fun sessions."

Linda reviewed: Glass in Concrete for Beginners

"I cannot rate this course highly enough. A thoroughly enjoyable time with Ruth learning a new way to work with glass. Ruth is a very welcoming, encouraging, supportive teacher. As well as creating something I am really pleased with, spending time with Ruth was a joy. The time goes really quickly. I can't wait to pick up my stepping stone and show it off!! I hope you book a course and enjoy spending time with Ruth creating something you're proud of too."

KelZig responded:

"It was a wonderful day. Amazing conversation and time to zone out from the outside world. You also made a really amazing stepping stone. Definitely going onto the Instagram wall as a showpiece! Thank you for the lovely review and I hope to see you again next time you're in our neck of the woods."

Mario Prost reviewed: Lathe turning for beginners with Thompsons Wood

"Absolutely brilliant woodturning beginners course. Jake is a skilled (and entertaining!) teacher. Everything is clearly explained but the course is very much centred on hands-on training, with Jake doing an excellent job at making you feel confident to take on increasingly complex tasks. The day went by in a flash. Highly recommended."

Jacqueline Perrett reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 pottery / ceramics workshop for 1 person

"I have never done pottery before. I bought the 1-2-1 wood turning for my husband, so thought I’d try the 1-2-1 pottery. I always find personal courses better so you can move at your own pace. Louise made me feel at ease, and had a great teaching style as she never touched my work. Just coached. I loved that. There were lots of choices for me and my creativity. I can’t believe I came out with so many useful things. The wheel was a real challenge but such fun. And we stayed at their crafters retreat which is like a little oasis. The whole day with my husband woodturning with Simon, staying at the lodge and the pottery, made it such a special anniversary. And my husband's bowl and honey drizzled were perfect. Everything was perfect."

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

"Thank you for the fab review Jacqueline. It was a pleasure to have you in the ceramics studio ... you're very creative and you made some lovely pieces! Also pleased that Mark enjoyed his woodturning workshop with Simon. Again, some beautiful pieces made - bet you needed that hot tub in our Crafter's Retreat in the evening though! So glad you had a fabulous anniversary too! "

Chris reviewed: Two day (consecutive) stained glass starter course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"I cannot recommend this course highly enough. Paul is a very skilled, knowledgable and thorough tutor. We learned how to create a stained glass panel from beginning to end in a pleasant, relaxed and friendly environment. Paul’s patient guidance resulted in very impressive results, and the practical skills we learned, together with the tips, techniques and information Paul taught us, have given us the confidence to perhaps try this at home. It really was an enjoyable couple of days spent in good company, and we are very pleased with our panels. Thank you Paul. "

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you Chris, that is most kind, please don’t forget to get in touch if you’d like more information on anything. Best wishes Paul :•) "

Helen Copus reviewed: Peg Loom for the Impatient

"What an enjoyable day! Excellent tutoring, lovely atmosphere and a new skill learned. Great to come home with a wee rug that I'm proud of and a real desire to make more. Highly recommend this course."

Connor reviewed: Mastering Pen Making.

"We had a fantastic day overall! Derek was friendly, welcoming, and enthusiastic, and with his help we were able to create some lovely pens, even though we had no experience woodturning. Would happily recommend and book again!"

Assynt Pens responded:

"Thank you Connor. Very kind word, and I’m glad you/David enjoyed the course 👍"

Mark Sadler reviewed: One Day Stained Glass Foiling Method Course

"My sister and I went on the course Sunday and both had the best of days. Cheryl is amazing, her studio is amazing and we made some glass that amazed us. Will remember for a long time. Thanks Cheryl "

Cheryl Powling Glass responded:

"Awww Mark thank you for your kind words , this is why I love my job , meeting people like you .. thank you again hope you come back xx "

Julian Cowan reviewed: Spoon Carving Taster Session

"Really enjoyed the spoon carving taster course ,Mike was very informative, professional ,and we enjoyed the whole experience from start to finish "