Latest reviews

Jackie Ure Reid reviewed: Full day fused glass course with breakfast, lunch and all materials included

"A most enjoyable day, more than ‘just’ a days course. A real pamper day, from the moment I arrived to the moment I said goodbye. A super welcome, delicious food and patience, inspiration, artistic knowledge. Clean, warm and a super home and studio. Money well spent, I would recommend this course to anyone. I collected my pieces today and was thrilled how well they came out, thank you Kim and Sharon 😃"

Catrina Nixon reviewed: One day leather bag making workshop

"My friend Kate and I had the most wonderful day making our beautiful handbags under Rosanna’s expert and patient guidance. I couldn’t believe what we achieved in just one day! So satisfying and so rewarding. Strongly recommended! Thank you Rosanna!"

Rosanna Clare responded:

"Thank you Catrina, so glad you both enjoyed it 👍"

Darren BC reviewed: Explore your Creativity in Enamels - an introductory morning of enamelling for 2 people

"A totally brilliant morning - it was gift for my wife and I joined her. It was informative, relaxed and good fun with some great pieces produced by both my wife and I. I have already recommended this to some friends 😎 Christine is also incredibly talented and her studio and work is very inspiring, overall a great morning! Thank you."

Original Kiln-fired Enamelled Jewellery responded:

"Thank you very much Darren, It’s great to know the two of you had such a good time designing and making your enamel pieces. I was very happy to pass on my experience and it would be fantastic if you do go further with enamelling, Nikki."

Valerie Jackson reviewed: Fused Glass Workshop at the Warehouse

"A really enjoyable course. Jo is a great tutor - very encouraging and supportive. It was lovely to spend a morning in great company and to see how different all our designs were. I will definitely be doing another course - highly recommended."

Jo Turner Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you for the review and I am so glad you enjoyed the course. Your pieces are in the kiln firing today :) and I will let you know as soon as they are ready. Jo "

Chantal Staplehurst reviewed: Pottery and decorating day for two

"Spent a lovey day learning to throw bowls. Marina was incredibly patient and explained everything in great detail. Would thoroughly recommend this course."

Marina Randall Ceramics responded:

"Thanks Chantal for your lovely review. Was really great and a lot of fun with you both too 😊 Marina x"

Lyn reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"A great experience. Vicky was welcoming and well prepared. Her tuition was clear and she was helpful at every stage. I was delighted with my glass designs and am looking forward to showing them off to friends and family. Very happy to recommend Vicky’s Glass Fusion Workshop. "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Aw, shucks, I'm blushing now.... thank you for your kind words, it was great that you knew what you wanted so we could get started on making your pieces. It'll be nice to say that you made them when people ask where you bought them from!"

Jackie Healy reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Fantastic course, learnt so much from Jo. Thoroughly recommend anyone to attend this course. Both Jo and Andy very welcoming. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Jackie - your 'sun salute lady' was lovely and I'm sure will look fabulous in your garden. The rust you finished her in will gradually change as she enjoys the different weather conditions! Jo x"

Janette Proud reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Felted Pictures Workshop in Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"We enjoyed a fabulous day with Melaine on the Felted Picture workshop. We were all beginners and Melanie was so patient, knowledgeable, unassuming, approachable and friendly and had a lovely sense of humour. She has amazing resources to use and we each made a picture we are delighted with. We would definitely book another workshop with her.Thank you so much x"

Linda reviewed: Needle felt hare or other...or create a picture

"Loved learning new techniques, a most enjoyable workshop Definitely recommend "

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"Thank you Linda, you are naturally talented :-) . well done. "

Patricia reviewed: Fused Glass Workshop at the Warehouse

"Jo is a wonderful tutor. She is very talented, patient and explains everything in a simple to understand way. I loved this course and look forward to many more. "

Jo Turner Stained Glass responded:

"Thanks for the review, I am glad you enjoyed the course and it is lovely that you are getting back into glass. Your pieces are in the kiln today, I'll be in touch as soon as they are ready. :) "

Mairi Whiting reviewed: Beginners Mosaics Workshops near Exeter, Devon

"My friend Rebecca and I had a wonderful day at the Beginners Mosaic Workshop and came away with two surprisingly professional looking pieces....a practice coaster and individual wall art in a frame. We were both delighted! Denny is warm, friendly and calm. She immediately put us at ease and treated us to a very informative day. She has a huge variety of materials to choose from and we left with skills and confidence to have another go at mosaic at home. The tea/coffee and home made cake was a bonus! Thank you so much Denny for a very enjoyable and memorable day. "

MosaicXandMe responded:

"A lovely review, thank you Mairi. So glad you enjoyed the day and were pleased with your creations - they did look great! I enjoyed the day too - you were great students. P Hope to see you again at another workshop. "

Jean O reviewed: Wet felted landscape 2 day workshop - Sunday 26th Feb & Sun 12th March 2023, Boston Spa

"I spent two very enjoyable days with Janine guiding us through my first taste of wet felting. The course was very well organised, well resourced & came with detailed notes to take away. I was amazed at what could be achieved & was delighted with my finished landscape. I will certainly be following this up & would highly recommend this course. "

Janine Jacques responded:

"Hi Jean, It was really lovely to meet you. I am so pleased you are pleased with your finished artwork. So pleased you enjoyed your 2 days on the course. Thank you very much for your lovely review. I really appreciate it. All the best Janine "

Denise reviewed: Fused Glass Workshop at the Warehouse

"Such a great day. Jo is a great and patient tutor. I'm thrilled with what I achieved."

Jo Turner Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you for the review, I am really pleased you enjoyed the course. Your pieces are in the kiln today and I'll be in touch as soon as they are ready. :)"

Alan Robertson reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"An enjoyable morning with great company and good advice. I have some way to go with my carving and I look forward to another session or two in the weeks to come."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"Thank you Alan for your kind review. We are so pleased you enjoyed the walking sticks session. You have some very talented people in the group and i am sure they will give you every assistance to help you produce an excellent stick. Regards Alan "

Maggie Fitzjohn reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"I had a truly wonderful day. I'm a total beginner and Almut gave me clear instructions on how and why you do things. During the day she worked alongside me providing advice when needed and positive encouragement throughout. It was one of the best practical courses I've attended and I'm looking forward to my next visit. "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Maggie, Thank you for the very flattering review. I love your carvings design and I am impressed how competent and skilled you used the tools. It's aways great to see how transferable existing skills are. I am looking forward to your next visit. Greetings Almut "

Catherine reviewed: Introduction to Wood Carving

"I really enjoyed this 3 hour course, Rick was a great teacher, a good balance of theory regarding the different types of wood, tools, paints etc and practical basic cuts. My project on the day was a carrot that allowed me to practice the cuts, an eco friendly carrot for Rudolph. I have a new craft that I found very relaxing and mindful. Highly recommended. "

Scarecrow Woodcrafts responded:

"I had a great time as well Catherine, everything went super smoothly, you picked up on all the new information very quickly and learned all your basics right away! Looking forward to more meetings in the future and/or even starting a little carving club because why not? :D thanks again for the kind words! Rick "

Trudi reviewed: Painting on glass one day workshop

"So I’ve come back from a 2 day painting on stained glass course with Nina Perrott ………I had an absolutely amazing time, she is so talented, her work is brilliant, she is very patient and the whole course was just perfect, I’ve never been a drawer or painter but with her skills I have produced some work that I’m very pleased with, I’m hooked and will be working out a project so I can go back and do some more, highly recommended."

Clearsands Stained Glass responded:

"Thanks Trudi, I'm so impressed that someone who had never picked up a paint brush decided to start with glass painting, not the easiest choice! But you produced some fantastic work and it turns out, you have a very steady hand! Was lovely to meet you also. "

Mrs Anne Alston reviewed: 5 week course- Stained Glass

"What an amazing course! I wanted to be able to create my own design using coloured glass and the incredible skills involved in stained glass making. I am astonished at how much I have learnt and extremely proud of the result. Karen is knowledgeable and very encouraging and provides you with all of the equipment you need. This is a beautiful craft and I am very enthusiastic to continue honing my new skills. "

Frances reviewed: Eco Soy Wax Container Candles

"Doing this workshop was a successful birthday present for my young adult daughter. We both enjoy burning candles so wanted to have a go at making them using natural materials. We enjoyed Wendy's style of teaching – calm and patient, with her attitude of "There's no right or wrong, it's all an experience to learn from.". Happy atmosphere, cups of tea, music in the background, and a detailed booklet to take home so we didn't have to spend time making notes. We thoroughly enjoyed it!"

Elaine and Charlie reviewed: Peak Blacksmithing Experience days

"The snow melted enough for the course to go ahead and we had a great day. Tim was a very informative instructor and demonstrated all the stages clearly and logically from fire lighting and management to all the blacksmithing techniques needed to make our fabulous pokers. Jess was very supportive and offered sound additional blacksmithing advise along the way and was a very hospitable host. We were supplied with tea, coffee, pork pie, lunch and cakes. Perfect. We definitely recommend this day. Thank you. "

Peak Blacksmithing Experience responded:

"Hi Elaine and Charlie, Thank you so much for the fabulous review, it's much appreciated! We are glad you both enjoyed the day. We hope to see you again on another course coming later this year. Take care Jessica and Tim "

Mike Newport reviewed: Knife Making and Bladesmith Classes: Hand-Forged Viking Knife

"I had an amazing day at the Anvil today. All the guys were so helpful and knowledgeable. Spencer, Aidan, Dan and John are all obviously very skilled and take great pride in their work. It was a great pleasure to see them at their craft. Spencer was a fantastic instructor taken me through the techniques and processes of working with different types of steel. I then made a one piece blacksmith/Viking knife using the skills I was taught. I would recommend giving this a go, to work with fire and steel is truly satisfying and to produce a knife that I am proud to own and use is a joy. "

F. Frances reviewed: Walking stick making - Friday mornings, come and make a stick with Bill at Dukeries Community Workshop, Ollerton

"I felt quite anxious coming to a class in an unfamiliar setting but the group couldn’t have been more welcoming. I learnt new skills and I’m proud of the walking stick I’ve made with the help and guidance of this group."

Dukeries Community Workshop responded:

"We very much appreciate your review and I will pass onto Bill. We try to make everyone very welcome and its wonderful you have found a new talent Thank you so much Regards Alan "

Sue Wood reviewed: It’s only Natural - create decorative wire sculptures in Hampshire, Thursday 16th March

"Excellent day, good fun and great tuition. I loved that Liz came round all the time, to check how we were doing and to help if needed. "

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Hi Sue, Thanks for letting us know about your time with us. It was lovely to work with you and share your day. Fine wire is such a lovely material to work with and great when you have a creative urge. We hope you’re order is in for tools and wire. Happy making. Best wishes Alison & Liz"

Beverley Wood reviewed: Beginners DIY & Home Maintenance Workshop in Preston, Lancashire (1 Day)

"Fancy DIY? Have a few hours spare, bit of me time and you will also learn new skills! Change a plug, use a drill, skills to use around the home. Look out Bob the builder! Today I attended the DIY workshop and home maintenance course, I would say have a go you never know where it will lead you. Thanks Jo "

Beth reviewed: Paint pouring with tea & cake

"Such a great course! Dina and her mum showed us a range of different techniques. They were both very helpful in assisting me to make 3 beautiful canvases. I'd definitely come back for another course. Great cake too!"