Latest reviews

Lesley reviewed: Gel plate printing starter kit with handmade A5 gel plate, instructions and videos

"I bought this kit for my arty teenage granddaughter. Something new for her to try at a very affordable price. She hasn’t found time to try it out yet. She may find that I have had a go at it before her - nothing like this was around in my teenage years! It looked really good and relatively easy. Can’t wait to see the results!"

Bev Evans Art and Print responded:

"Hi Lesley, thank you for the review. I hope your granddaughter enjoys learning to gel plate print. I hope she lets you have a go too - you will love it! Best wishes, Bev "

Liz Richardson reviewed: Beginners fused glass with Esmary Fused Glass

"I was delighted to find a glass fusing course close to home and went with my daughter on my birthday. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Mary is an excellent teacher and guided us through the process, giving hints and tips throughout. I knew I wanted to make a wave but because I can’t draw I had difficulty translating my ideas onto the glass. Anyway after learning the effects of the different elements I came up with my item. I absolutely love it. Unfortunately I have been unable to upload a photo. Thank you Mary, and for the extra kind touches which made the session so special. Hope to come again in the near future. "

Sand and Waune reviewed: Full day leather craft workshop

"We really enjoyed the leather workshop, very informative, friendly and enjoyable. We are inspired to go on to make more 🤩🤩"

Kirsten Christensen reviewed: Creative Mosaic Making in-a-Day!

"My friend and I had a lovely/interesting workshop with Lisa-Marie on Sunday. Her studio was like an Aladdin's cave and with her help/guidance we all came away with some super mosaics and a better understanding of the technique. "

Creative Avenue York responded:

"It's lovely to hear that other people enjoy my studio space and my hoard of arty bits 'n' pieces! It was lovely to meet you both. I'm so pleased you could put your pottery finds to good use and create a mosaic with them. I look forward to creating with you both again sometime. Regards, Lisa-marie"

Rosie reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"Really good days work! Judith took us through the basic techniques and had plenty of examples to get ideas. Also very encouraging with choosing from some photos I had taken with me. We worked round the heat of the weather and all produced prints to take away. Plenty of equipment and paper etc. "

Craig F reviewed: Bowl Woodturning Tuition Half Day with Registered Professional Turner

"Spent a half day turning a sycamore bowl with Joe and it was such a great experience! Joe is very passionate and it definitely comes through while he teaches. Ideal for somebody like me, who is pursuing a new hobby! Couldn’t have had a better day learning from Joe who is a true craftsman. "

Joe Creed-Kaile responded:

"Hi Craig, Thanks for the nice review, I wish you the very best in your new hobby. Joe."

Angie Coxon reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making in Durham

"We had an amazing time at the candle making workshop. I learned a lot and feel confident to make my own candles at home. Claire is very friendly and helpful and made the whole experience very enjoyable. The afternoon tea was delicious too. I'll definitely be doing more workshops with Claire X"

Andrew and Liz reviewed: Glassblowing Full Day Masterclass

"Beth and Katie were great instructors. Patient, helpful, knowledgeable, interesting, relaxed. It was a really great day. We have not yet seen the results of our endeavours - I think that my wife's will be much better than mine :-) - but we both had a great day. Highly recommended"

Alice reviewed: Handmade cards in Hampshire

"What a beautiful afternoon, brilliant company and came away with 3 stunning cards and lots of ideas for next time! June is so helpful and has got the patience of a saint! "

Cardinal Cards responded:

"Hi Alice. Thank you for your lovely review. I'm glad you are enjoying the workshops and the different techniques to keep making new cards. I always look forward to your visits. June x"

Catherine overton reviewed: Round Shopper Willow Basket

"Absolutely amazing day, a gift to my friend Ann for her 60th birthday and we thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience, from learning about the community and all they do to making the most wonderful basket that I will treasure. Suz was an amazing tutor with the patients of a saint on an extremely hot day! A lovely calm lady who took the time to explain everything so well. Well worth travelling down from Lincolnshire for many happy memories made, thank you Suz"

The Coppice Co. responded:

"Hi Catherine! Thank you for your review. I'm glad that it was a successful birthday treat!"

Elaine & Jane reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers in Derbyshire

"We attended The First Cut Lino Cutting for beginners and rusty printers. We had a thoroughly enjoyable day. Liz was very informative, generous with her sharing and interesting. Her studio is full of her wonderful creations and the day felt very inspiring. We thoroughly recommend this course."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Elaine & Jane, Lovely to hear from you and thank you for taking the time to let me know about your day. It was great to meet and work with you both. You both had different creative experiences, but made great progress with this addictive process. Hope you’ve had time to buy some new kit and start planning your next pieces. Happy cutting and printing. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Karen Stevenson reviewed: Beginners table loom weaving: 2-day Intensive workshop

"The beginner intensive table loom course is a wonderful first step into loom work. I knew next to nothing when entering and Pamela guided me/us through all the steps to thread the loom and offered advice on techniques, ideas and colours as we went. With a small class it really is almost one to one lesson. It really was a wonderful way to spend a weekend. I would thoroughly recommend. "

Pamela Print Woven Textiles responded:

"Thank you Karen for such a positive review. I thoroughly enjoyed teaching yourself and Robert. You really are a natural weaver."

Angie Walker reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A lovely experience doing the 2 day stone carving course run by Sebastian Rasch in a lovely location. I would thoroughly recommend it. "

Linda Brooks reviewed: Creative Mosaic Making in-a-Day!

"Very enjoyable day. So much choice of things to create a mosaic with. Lisa-marie kept suggesting different things to use. Delicious chocolate cake made by Lisa- Marie's daughter, went down well with a cup of tea. Would go again."

Creative Avenue York responded:

"Thankyou Linda. Always happy to share my hoard of beautiful tiles and china! Can't wait to see what it looks like when it's grouted. (I've passed on your compliments to the chef!) hope to see you at another workshop sometime, Regards, Lisa-marie"

Al reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"Great experience with Peter as a very skilled instructor."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are pleased you enjoyed the course! Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Dinah Griffib reviewed: Frameless mosaic sun catcher or mandala class (AM)

"Loved this course. Very relaxed atmosphere, Chrissy was happy to help but also let you play and discover on your own. Everything you could possibly need was there. Thoroughly enjoyed it 😊"

Chrissy Webster Mosaic & Craft responded:

"Thank you for the beautiful feedback, and I'm so glad you enjoyed your mosaic making :) "

Susan Butwell reviewed: Handmade cards in Hampshire

"I had a fabulous time making cards with June. I made 3 cards in total and they were absolutely lovely; very professional looking. My sons and husband loved them too! I recommend this workshop and look forward to returning very soon."

Cardinal Cards responded:

"Hi Sue. Thank you so much for your lovely review. I'm so happy you enjoyed the workshop and you did indeed make 3 lovely cards. Look forward to seeing you again soon. June"

Karen reviewed: Silver Clay Beginners day

"Absolutely fabulous, really enjoyed the experience. Lovely location, learnt so much. I would strongly recommend this to everyone. I will be taking other courses in the future xx"

Louise Anne Designs responded:

"Thank you - so pleased that you enjoyed the day. It was lovely to meet you and I look forward to seeing you in the future 😊"

Kyle and Kathryn reviewed: Spoon Carving Taster Session

"Amazing time with Mike. Such a friendly and knowledgeable guy. Down to earth and happy to help us with all questions. Highly recommended! Thanks again "

Stuart reviewed: Bath bomb course

"We enjoyed a great day. We were looked after brilliantly; Sue and John were great hosts. Both Sue and John were very friendly and led the session at a pace that made it easy and enjoyable to follow. Our disabled son had such fun and was totally included from start to end. We couldn't believe how many products we made and took home with us. We would recommend 100%."

Edensoapschool responded:

"It was lovely meeting you and your family, glad you enjoyed your day with us. Hope to see you again. Take care. John and Sue Macadams "

Wendy reviewed: One-day Colour Workshop - experiment with colour and expression in lovely Lawrenny

"My friend and I had a great day with Louise. We learnt a lot. Louise was encouraging and clear in her instruction. She was enthusiastic and had lots of energy! It was refreshing to be spontaneous and free with our creating. All of us produced two pieces of art which reflected the new techniques we learnt and would thoroughly recommend attending a course with Louise. "

Louise Burdett Artist responded:

"Thanks so much Wendy! Was lovely to meet you and Julie and to spend the day with you. Loved your pieces. Hope to see you again. x "

Sarah Roberts reviewed: Bushcraft and Survival Skills Course

"We attended this course over the weekend and thoroughly enjoyed it - it was really fun and also informative and educational! We will definitely be booking onto more courses with Pete & Jacqui. Thanks again! Sarah & Simon. "

Ann Bywater reviewed: Learn the craft of hand spinning with SylPho Crafters: Plying and Art Yarns

"I enjoyed this course very much indeed and learned a lot. We were all complete beginners. We had the opportunity to learn different types of spinning (finger spinning, drop spinning, spinning wheel). There were lots of different wool and plant fibres to experiment with. The course was tailored to our individual needs very well. Phoebe and Sylvia have garnered a wealth of experience and resources over many years and are excellent teachers. Cannot recommend it highly enough. And great value for money to boot!"

Bridget Cummings reviewed: Felt Lampshades at Silversoles Studio, Birmingham

"Emma was amazing and gave lots of encouragement and technical help and information. The social atmosphere was fabulous and we all loved our finished pieces. A thoroughly enjoyable and very rewarding course"

Emma Jackson (Silversoles - Felted Textiles) responded:

"Fantastic to hear you enjoyed it & are pleased with your finished lampshades- they all looked beautiful."

Grace Hutty reviewed: Willow Kindling Basket- Beginners Log Bottomed

"I really enjoyed this course and was very pleased to come home with a completed basket! Rachel is a very good teacher and demonstrated clearly what we needed to do. She was quick to spot errors and help us put things right. I think a takeaway handout with written information of types of willow, how to source material, further reading, etc. might be helpful, but overall this was a really good day and I thoroughly recommend it. "

Workshops in the Woods responded:

"Hello Grace, thanks for the review. Your basket was amazing. There was a comprehensive leaflet that I gave out to everybody but I did notice that you left yours on the table. If you want to send me a message I’m happy to put it in the post for you or I can arrange to leave it in the café at work for you to pick up. Hope to see you again on a future course"