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Kat reviewed: Stone Carving One Day Workshop at Oakraven Field Centre, Mitcheldean, Gloucestershire.

"Fabulous day course carving limestone. Stephen was kind, helpful and capable, and we learnt lots that we can take away and apply ourselves at home for practice. The location was also stunning and made a great environment for this type of course. Excellent value for money as well. Thank you for all your help, patience and support. We will absolutely be back for more!"

Echinus Ltd responded:

"Thank you Kat, It was a pleasure, I look forward to seeing you both again soon. Stephen"

Tony reviewed: Gem cutting - faceting basics - the step cut square facet

"Fantastic course, friendly chap, managed to solve my long-running issues with getting a good polish on a stone!"

Treasureworks responded:

"Thank you Tony! Lovely to meet you, I had a great time teaching you. It's all about the mirror finish with gems, I'm very happy to have been of help! Regards, James : )"

Sarah Cardus reviewed: Bookbinding - Sketchbooks, Journals, Books - Beginner - 3 Hours - One to One

"I had a fantastic time learning how to make a journal with Rachel. She was so informative, friendly and lovely to talk to, and I came away with a notebook I am really proud to have made. I will definitely be back to build on the skills I have learned! "

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you ever so much Sarah. It was so lovely to meet you. I am very proud of your book too, huge well done. Look forward to seeing you again, All the very best, Rach"

Louise Ward reviewed: Leaping Hare The David Hall South Petherton

"Such an amazing workshop. Jo was an excellent tutor and we all ended up with an amazing looking sculpture at the end of the day. I hope to attend another one of her courses in the future. "

Jo Sadler Willow responded:

"Thank you Louise. It was absolutely fantastic to see 14 hares Leaping across the stage. It was a very enjoyable day with generous laughter and many hands making my end of day so much easier...thank-you. "

Tanya & Chris Barber-Hopgood reviewed: Greenwood carving at Sallerton Wood

"Andy is a brilliant teacher, balancing good, clear instruction whilst allowing you to explore the creativity of the craft by yourself. So the product you take home will be entirely unique to you. The course is adapted to different levels of skill and we were complete beginners. Even if you have no experience in woodworking but you want to try your hand at something new in the crafting world then this is a fantastic course for you. You will not only take home something completely original that you have created with your own hands but you will do it in the most beautiful of surroundings. I can’t begin to describe the peaceful atmosphere of this woodland and highly recommend camping. For 2 days you will feel like you are completely removed from civilisation. We visited in the Spring when the forest was blanketed by bluebells and wild garlic and on our first day met a deer. We awoke on the Saturday morning to the sound of light rain, a babbling brook and birdsong. People pay money for meditation soundtracks that aren’t as good as this. We would recommend taking a pair of well fitting gloves as this sort of work is hard on the hands. All in all a wonderful place to stay and a wonderful thing to do. Would highly recommend in every regard. "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks very much, Tanya & Chris, for your lovely thoughtful comments about the course, and its peaceful woodland environment. We are really pleased that the two of you returned to Sallerton Wood to do the Greenwood Carving course. Your comments will be really useful to others when deciding whether to attend a course with us at Sallerton Wood. Thanks too for your suggestion about work gloves! Very helpful. We hope to see you both back again at Sallerton Wood sometime in the future."

Sharon reviewed: Candlemaking for Beginners

"Lovely day, clear and informative, hope to back again soon."

Nick Paish reviewed: Chair making course at Sallerton Wood

"I came back for another course at Sallerton Wood and late May is the perfect time of year as the wild flowers and bird song are at their best in this little piece of paradise. Andy remains the perfect tutor with his calm and easy to follow advice while leaving you be to add your own mark on your piece. I made a large arm chair with a rail back and I still can’t get my head around how in 7 days I turned a couple of logs into a beautiful chair. Don’t worry about going hungry either as every day Andy provided a fantastic spread for lunch, the pizzas made in the wood fired oven were the best, and plenty of biscuits and cakes to keep your energy levels up. I can’t recommend a Sallerton Wood course highly enough, whatever you choose to make you will have a great time in a beautiful location and take home something you made with your own hands "

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Nick, for that lovely review. We are delighted that you returned to Sallerton Wood to attend another course and make a wonderful arm-chair. We're glad too that you enjoyed the woodland environment with its wild flowers and bird song. Thanks for your comments about the lunches, and we're pleased that you liked the pizzas in particular. We hope to see you back at Sallerton Wood again one day, for a course or just a visit. "

Rebecca reviewed: Epoxy Resin Art Masterclass: Seascapes

"I took this course on 3rd of June and really enjoyed it. Richard, the course instructor, was welcoming, funny, explained the do’s and don’ts of epoxy resin, without making it complicated and putting the fear of God into us. Demonstrated what we would be doing, (which for a visual learner is great). He asked and answered questions about resin. All in all a very pleasant experience."

Clare Jepson reviewed: 1 Day In Person Handbag Making Course - Ten Bag Choices - £199

"I’ve done the 1 and 2 day courses and both were amazing. I’ve learnt loads of new techniques for sewing leather or my domestic and industrial machines and I’ve now signed up to the gold membership"

Rich Bloor reviewed: Pottery throwing in Huddersfield

"Brilliant couple of hours pot throwing with my wife. Geoff was a great teacher. My wife can't wait to go back to glaze the pots she made. Highly recommend and we will be returning. Thanks, Rich."

Earth Pig Pottery responded:

"Thanks, Rich. So glad you both enjoyed your session. It would be great to see you again to glaze your pots!"

Hazel Wilson reviewed: An Introduction to Weaving with a Table Loom, Oxford

"I throughly enjoyed my introduction into weaving, it was all I hoped it would be. I spent the day learning different techniques, and patterns, and had plenty of time to practice weaving and come away with a stunning sampler. Jeremy is such a talented teacher, with a thoughtful and encouraging approach, guiding you through the art of weaving on a 4 shaft table loom. Thank you for sharing your designs and beautiful work. "

Jeremy Uden Designer/Handweaver responded:

"Thank you Hazel. I hope you go on to buy a loom soon! Jem"

Ewurafua Plange reviewed: Epoxy Resin Art Masterclass: Seascapes

"Loved every bit of this class, very informative, very fun. It was really easy to follow the instructions and absolutely loved the results. "

Maggie reviewed: Beginners Linocut Workshop at Hitchin Lavender Farm, Hertfordshire

"I thoroughly enjoyed Kim’s beginners linocut course. The venue was beautiful and fragrant (Hitchen Lavender Farm) and the course was pitched just right for all who attended. I am a beginner but Kim was so welcoming, gave great explanations, demonstrations and also some additional creative ideas. She provided everything we needed, including extras like tissue paper for a mixed media approach and by the end of the 2.5 hours I felt like I had learnt a lot, felt confident with the basic techniques and had a linocut and prints I was proud to take home. Thoroughly recommend the course and Kim’s tutoring. "

Martin reviewed: Half Day Intensive Glass Blowing Course

"Absolutely amazing experience. Bought this as a gift for my partners birthday for us to do together. Would highly recommend to anyone who has an interest in glass blowing or even for anyone wanting to try something new! Beth and Kath were amazing instructors, very knowledgeable and passionate. The day really was fun and laid back. Will hopefully be booking onto the next course very soon. "

Blowfish glass responded:

"Thanks Martin, it was great to meet you both. I look forward to seeing you again sometime at our returning beginners ! 🔥🔥🔥"

Sam reviewed: Epoxy Resin Art Masterclass: Seascapes

"Booked this course for my husband and me to do together, after he saw and liked some seascape artwork when we were on holiday. It was his first ever crafting course and he loved it, as did I. Richard is a fantastic tutor - patient, knowledgeable and encouraging! We made some coasters that we are really pleased with and will definitely be back for more classes!!"

Ruth McAllister reviewed: Oval shallow basket for the garden at New barn at Usk Castle Chase,Monmouthshire

"A relaxed and very rewarding one-day course. With lots of expert help, I was extremely pleased to come away with a lovely shallow basket that I will proudly use in my garden to gather cut flowers. Amanda is a patient and expert teacher who finds a perfect balance between showing, doing, explaining and guiding. There was even tea and cake. "

L.Edwards reviewed: Wood Carving Course

"A great course for both beginners and those wishing to learn more."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

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

Julia King reviewed: Two day Leaded Stained Glass panel making.

"Had a great time. I learnt so much and Laura was brilliant; very knowledgeable and supportive. I will definitely be trying another of Laura's courses."

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"Hi Julia, I really enjoyed working with you. You are very welcome to come again and learn another skill. Thank you for your review! Laura "

Wendy Edmundson reviewed: Mosaic garden plaque workshop pm

"Very good course! Christie is a great teacher. Very laid back but also safety conscious. She was really helpful with design suggestions and useful tips. It was a very relaxed small group. Very enjoyable. I've booked another! "

Chrissy Webster Mosaic & Craft responded:

"Thank you Wendy for coming to the class and the wonderful feedback. See you again very soon!"

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

"Myself and 3 friends attended the 1 day glass fusion course. Paul was an excellent tutor and was incredibly patient teaching us the glass cutting techniques and guiding us through our designs. We all thoroughly enjoyed the day and would highly recommend it! Thankyou Paul!"

North Norfolk Stained Glass responded:

"Hi Suzanne, thank you again for coming on the class and your kind review. Please pass on my best wishes to the others :•) Paul"

Julie Burrows reviewed: Pottery throwing sessions on the potter's wheel in Norfolk

"Spent a wonderful 2 hours with Pat at her studio yesterday, really enjoyable experience. Superb instructions, equipment and really nice person, thank you Pat. Can't wait to see my bowls "

Pat Southwood responded:

"Thank you so much, it was lovely to meet you both, they are looking good! Pat. "

Betty Burrows reviewed: Pottery throwing sessions on the potter's wheel in Norfolk

"It was great and both my daughter and myself had a wonderful time. Pat was very knowledgeable about pottery and had lots of patience and was really helpful."

Pat Southwood responded:

"So pleased you both had a good time Betty, you both worked really hard! Pat."

Janet reviewed: Upholstery for Beginners Workshop - in Warrington, Cheshire

"Thoroughly enjoyed the upholstery course with Jo. Really pleased with my stool and feel ready to tackle some bigger projects now. Thank you for a lovely day."

The Boho Shed responded:

"I'm so pleased you enjoyed the day Janet and delighted it's inspired you to continue. Thank you for your lovely review. x"

Norman Berrill reviewed: Viking Age Blacksmithing Course - One Day Experience

"I had a great day with Tom, He was very helpful and understanding, He is also very professional and has a very good knowledge of metalworking, I am very happy with the results of my time at the forge, I will happily recommend this course to anyone who is interested in doing this course. "

Hilary reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"I enjoyed this so much! A very relaxed but thorough day. Starting from nowhere (fifty five years since my last art class) I came away with two linoprints which I'm really happy with. It was easier than I thought it would be and I really want to do some more"