Latest reviews

Brett Moss reviewed: Building and weaving a side chair at The Quiet Workshop

"This has to be my all time favourite course, coming away with a beautifully crafted chair. This is the course you want if you are looking at learning multiple techniques in woodworking, steam bending, carpentry joints and weaving a seat base. St John is a fantastic tutor giving you space to work on your own project, but close by to offer support. Bryony’s cooking is something to behold, lunches & morning & afternoon breaks were always accompanied by delicious homemade creations. Yum"

The Quiet Workshop responded:

"Brett, thank you so much! That’s a lovely review to read. You were great company in the workshop and given your experience and absolute breeze to teach. Look forward to seeing you again soon! Best wishes, StJohn & Bryony"

Becs from Hampshire reviewed: Silk Painting a Scarf or Chinese fan: all welcome

"What a lovely afternoon in an utterly gorgeous and inspirational setting. Steph is so warm, friendly, patient and makes fab brownies! We had never done silk painting before and we had a wonderful time. Thanks so much, Steph."

Strawberry Moon responded:

"It was so lovely to have you both here. I’m happy that you had a lovely time. Hope that the pottery went well! Come back anytime x "

Roberta Goodey reviewed: Cyanotype / Sun Printing / Blueprints

"Had a fab afternoon with Caroline. She was enthusiastic about the technique and very informatiive. "

Rock n Wool Creations responded:

"Oh thank you Roberta! That's so kind. Glad you enjoyed the session and hope to see you again soon. Best wishes Caroline xx "

Mike reviewed: Introduction to Welding for Artists

"Visor was not checked by tutor thus light temporarily blinded me. I left the course coz of shock. No phone number to make contact. What health and safety aspects were in place? "

London Sculpture Workshop CIC responded:

"Thank you for your feedback, Mike. We’ve looked into the incident and can confirm the helmet was brand-new, fully checked, and all settings (including grinding mode) were demonstrated during the safety briefing. As you felt shocked, we immediately provided you with another visor to reassure you. We’re truly sorry the experience unsettled you, and we do everything we can to support learners to feel safe and confident in our workshops."

Sue Kelly reviewed: The First Cut - lino cutting for beginners & rusty printmakers in Derbyshire

"I went to Liz’s beginners Lino cutting workshop yesterday and found it to be a very good introduction to the craft and enjoyed Working with her and the other participants A lovely day in a beautiful house and a goody bag to take home with our prints at home time. A wonderful experience learning something new."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Morning Sue, Thanks for letting me known about your day at The Slipper Studio - it’s much appreciated. It’s such a lovely process and you took to it like a duck to water, creating a beautiful print. It was great to see your skills and understanding grow throughout the day and to share the experience with you. Go buy your materials and equipment and enjoy the next few months of exploration. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Paul Johnston reviewed: Welding with confidence

"What a great day, fully hands on, lots of welding and direction with Nigel’s vast knowledge and experiences. Would recommend to all "

Martin reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Really enjoyed the 2 days with Sebastian. Extremely happy with my stone carving, would recommend."

Liz and Luc reviewed: Stained glass one day course for beginners: for two people

"We had an absolutely brilliant day celebrating our anniversary by learning a new skill. Emma was a wonderful tutor who made us feel at ease and made the day really fun and enjoyable. Emma, thank you for sharing your skills with us and you’ve made us converts to the art of stained glass crafting!"

Katie reviewed: Stained Glass Copper Foil in New Romney, Kent

"I really enjoyed it, thank you so much for a lovely day. The atmosphere was relaxed, the setting welcoming, and I left feeling very pleased with my finished piece."

Tracie reviewed: Stained Glass Copper Foil in New Romney, Kent

"I liked being able to work at my own pace, with plenty of time to finish without feeling rushed. There was lots of one-to-one support, which made the tuition really effective. The facilities were excellent and the refreshments kept us going throughout the day."

Shaz reviewed: Stained Glass Copper Foil in New Romney, Kent

"This was a really enjoyable course. The instruction was really clear, the tutor was friendly, and it made for a great day overall. I felt supported with all the tools and materials, and the variety of glass available meant we could design something unique. Would absolutely recommend and come again."

Carol reviewed: Coffee, Cake, ‘n’ Craft – Copper Foil Suncatchers in New Romney, Kent

"The coffee and cake were lovely, and I really appreciated the variety of glass to choose from. The guidance was clear and supportive, and I was very happy with my final product."

AC reviewed: Wet Felt Bag (No Ball Technique) in New Romney, Kent

"The tuition was so patient and positive all the time, which really helped me feel confident in trying something new. It made for a relaxed and friendly day. I will definitely book more courses, as this was such a good experience."

Sheila reviewed: Wet Felt Bag (No Ball Technique) in New Romney, Kent

"It was a very enjoyable day as always, with plenty of chances to try new skills in a relaxed way. Great fun from start to finish, and the group atmosphere made it even better. I came away feeling inspired and refreshed."

Liz reviewed: Wet Felt Bag (No Ball Technique) in New Romney, Kent

"Yolanda showed great patience, and it was clear she was attentive to us all. The balance of teaching and creativity made for a great course, and the facilities and materials provided were excellent. We were kept well refreshed with a lovely lunch, hot drinks, and even afternoon tea, which made the day feel extra special. I look forward to the next one, as it was such a rewarding experience. Thank you for such a thoughtful and enjoyable day."

Kim reviewed: Wet Felt Bag (No Ball Technique) in New Romney, Kent

"It was a great day and everything was organised so well. Thank you so much, Yolanda, for the guidance and support throughout. The whole experience felt creative and relaxed, and I really love my felt bag. I was delighted with the result and enjoyed every moment."

Rosie reviewed: Silver clay & silver smithing workshop in New Romney, Kent

"A really enjoyable day with quality instruction and materials. The course was well organised and gave plenty of opportunity to learn new skills while making something special. We were kept well refreshed throughout with an amazing lunch and afternoon tea, which added to the relaxed and welcoming atmosphere."

J reviewed: Silver clay & silver smithing workshop in New Romney, Kent

"A very enjoyable day. The course was well set up, the atmosphere was welcoming, and I left feeling really pleased with what I had made."

Sue reviewed: Silver clay & silver smithing workshop in New Romney, Kent

"I had a great day on the Silverclay and Silversmithing course – excellence all round. The teaching was clear and supportive, the materials were of high quality, and the facilities made it easy to work confidently. Everything deserved 5 stars and I would highly recommend."

Lyn reviewed: Silver clay & silver smithing workshop in New Romney, Kent

"5 stars."

Bev reviewed: Coffee Table/Bench Making in the Woods - Beginner Green Woodworking course

"I had a great couple of days making a coffee table. Celi was brilliant, very knowledgeable and made you feel really welcome. Also met some lovely people on the course too."

K reviewed: Lino cutting and block printing in New Romney, Kent

"A lovely day all round. Therapy is the best word to describe it — relaxing, creative, and just what I needed. The setting was calm and welcoming, the refreshments added a nice touch, and the instruction was spot on. I left feeling relaxed and very happy with the course."

Viv reviewed: Lino cutting and block printing in New Romney, Kent

"Absolutely brilliant day! It went too quickly because I was enjoying every moment. From the start, Yolanda and John created a welcoming environment that immediately put me at ease. The teaching was clear and encouraging, which made me feel confident trying new techniques. Amazing environment, teaching and food really stood out — nothing was too much trouble and everything had been carefully prepared to make the day run smoothly. The facilities were excellent and the refreshments throughout the day kept the energy up, while the lunch was both tasty and relaxed, giving us a chance to chat with others on the course. I could see how much thought had gone into making sure we had the best experience possible, and it all deserved 5 stars. By the end of the session, I felt proud of what I had created and left feeling inspired to keep going with block printing at home. I would definitely recommend and will definitely be back. Thank you Yolanda and John."

Rebecca reviewed: Lino cutting and block printing in New Romney, Kent

"I had such a good experience on the lino cutting and block printing course. Good course, lovely lunch, and everything was set up so that we had all the tools and materials we needed. The pace was just right and the instruction was clear, which made the whole process easy to follow even as a beginner. The friendly atmosphere and well-thought-out facilities made it enjoyable from start to finish. Highly recommend."

Ruth reviewed: Mosaics in New Romney, Kent

"Yolanda is a lovely teacher and very knowledgeable, which made the learning side of the mosaic course both interesting and enjoyable. She and her husband were very accommodating, provided a lovely lunch and refreshments that kept us going throughout the day. The afternoon tea was especially thoughtful and added a touch of indulgence to the experience. I was really satisfied with my final mosaic and felt proud of what I achieved. Their warmth and attention to detail made the whole course feel welcoming and memorable."