Latest Reviews - Creative, craft and artisan courses and workshops

Oxford Linocut Workshops - lino cut print block printing

Great introduction to linocutting! Claire was an excellent teacher with just the right amount of help and advice. Friendly group, lovely setting, tea and cake - what’s not to like? Would highly recommend to anyone thinking of giving this a go!

By RuthPage - 1 day ago

Introduction to soap making - workshop with afternoon tea, Lincolnshire, perfect Christmas gift

This was a lovely course run by Sharon who was friendly and helpful throughout. All equipment was provided and there were plenty of colours and fragrances to choose from for our soaps. Afternoon tea is a lovely touch while we wait for our soaps to harden. I live in the Cotswolds but attend the course in Lincoln as it was...

By Alison Honeyford - 1 day ago

Christmas candle making workshops for beginners - St Albans

It was a really friendly course which I attended on my own. It was great to learn a variety of techniques and we made more candles than I thought we would! I definitely can recommend the course, a really relaxing way to spend a morning in a beautiful setting! Thanks!

By Mandy - 1 day ago

Art class for beginners in Harrogate, short course, small class

I felt a combination of nervous and excited at the start of this beginners art course. The tutor Nicola put as all at ease very quickly. She is very positive and encouraging. Her passion and enthusiasm for her art shine through. I was amazed by how much we all achieved in the the first session. The second session on mark...

By Sue Baty - 1 day ago

Glass Fusing and Slumping for Beginners and Improvers

I had an amazing day with the two lovely ladies who teach this class. They were warm, welcoming, very clear, concise and very patient. The food they provided was fabulous. I am looking forward to attending another class. Thank you for a lovely day x

By Fiona - 1 day ago

Blacksmithing taster day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

We had such a brilliant time and can’t wait to get back for another go! The whole team are fantastic and I would recommend this to anyone. Adrian and Andy were excellent teachers - they make it look very easy! The level and amount of work was perfect - challenging but not overwhelming, tough but not knackering. It felt complicated...

By Nancy Isherwood - 1 day ago

Weekend upholstery courses - Oxfordshire & Berkshire Borders

What a wonderful experience! Many students with more involved projects were returning for their 2nd, 3rd or 4th time. I was able to complete a simple chair in just one weekend. It was very satisfying to go home with a beautiful piece of furniture I’d completed myself. Philip has a huge amount of expertise and a patient and encouraging style...

By Kate - 1 day ago

Potters wheel throwing for beginners Trentham Stoke-on-Trent

I booked a day course with Mathew for my wife's 40th birthday so she could try her hand at throwing on the wheel. I had used a wheel before and wanted to brush up and get some new skills. Mathew is an accomplished potter and a natural, skilled teacher. In next to no time he had my wife producing some...

By Ian Legge - 1 day ago

Make a silver ring: one-to-one workshop

What a fantastic experience! I knew I was in safe hands with Ange as she explained each step in detail. She's a great teacher - knowledgeable, patient and encouraging. Came away having learnt so much and with a beautiful stack of 3 rings which I'm thrilled with. A thoroughly rewarding afternoon. Highly recommended!

By Siobhan - 1 day ago

Needle Felting the Natural World for Complete Beginners

The day was an eye opener on what you can do in such a short time when you have an excellent teacher. I would recommend it to everyone... Sandra of Stroud

By Sandra Garner - 1 day ago