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Vivien Davies reviewed: Bargello Embroidered Mini Wall Hanging Workshop

"Carrie is friendly and most welcoming. Clear and patient instructions. Thoroughly enjoyed the course. Would certainly recommend Bargello for a relaxing and calming craft. Looking forward to booking some future courses"

Crafts for Wellbeing responded:

"I'm so pleased you enjoyed the workshop, Vivien, it was lovely to see you. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. I hope to see you again on another course soon!"

Allison Waddell reviewed: Introduction to Resin Art Workshop

"Attended a great workshop with Sophie. Produced 4 coasters and a place mat following Sophie's instructions and after a short demonstration. I've been inspired and feel confident enough to continue this craft at home now."

Unusual Girl Art responded:

"That's so good to know it was a helpful class! Resin can be so offputting with all the different things to consider and getting started it is often the hardest part, so I'm glad to hear the session helped you get comfortable using it. Your pieces look really lovely and I'm sure many more will follow :)"

Steve Birchall reviewed: Pottery throwing in Huddersfield

"Pottery throw down was really good, Geoff the instructor is so supportive and positive however bad I was. Really enjoyable and gave me confidence to try more and not worry or be afraid of the clay. Again really good."

Earth Pig Pottery responded:

"Thanks for your glowing review, Steve. Glad you enjoyed the session. Hope to see you again. "

Yvette Elysee reviewed: Brush Calligraphy Workshop - Saturday Afternoons

"I absolutely loved this course, Jen was brilliant and I learnt so much in the time that I was with her. Looking forward to the next class!"

Jen Roffe responded:

"I'm so glad you enjoyed the workshop Yvette, you made such great progress during the afternoon! I'm looking forward to seeing all the practise pay off, and yes it would be lovely see you at the improvers class in July!"

Jackie & Jim reviewed: Pick & Mix Glass Fusing Taster Session (Private Booking)

"We loved this course, a very fun activity for a few hours. We booked the private session, which was easy to arrange. Dawn was so lovely, personable and great teacher. Clearly has expansive knowledge of her craft. The room was nice and warm, tea and coffee too. We would highly recommend. "

Dawn Turner Designs responded:

"Thank you Jackie & Jim, it was a pleasure to welcome you to the studio, and I so pleased you had a good day. "

Linde De Rose reviewed: Pick & Mix Glass Fusing Taster Sessions (Open Group)

"Loved it! The course was nice and relaxed and easy to follow. Dawn is super friendly and helpful during the process."

Dawn Turner Designs responded:

"Hi Linda, so glad you enjoyed the session, the kiln is on, and I can't wait to see the results! Thank you :-) "

Peggy Taylor reviewed: Silver Ring Making Workshop

"A special, unique opportunity to learn or brush up skills in a beautiful environment. Darren, whose workshops takes on average two people is an extremely talented jeweller. I'd read a review about not being too ambitious so whilst had ideas was willing to be guided. Darren was so friendly and facilitated me to run with it adding even more to my design. Wow! I now not only have my beautiful ring but an experience which will stay with me and enable me to go further. Thank you Darren. "

Immeroin Farm Workshop responded:

"Lovely to meet you, it was a great creative afternoon in the workshop. Thank you for the excellent review. I really do appreciate it. Darren "

Laura C reviewed: Make your own leather dog collar and lead

"Great experience from start to finish. Catherine is very warm, welcoming and makes you feel relaxed. Had a great time and loved learning how to make my own dogs collar and lead. I found it really interesting and now have got the "bug" so am going to try making some on my own 😁 Recommend to anyone who has an interest in this and would like to have a try themselves. Would make a great gift for someone! Thank you x"

Catherine Edwards Leather responded:

"Thanks so much Laura, we had a great time talking dogs and puppies and making the collar and lead for Miss Minnie! I've been having a good old look at your shop MinMont Pets, looks brilliant, lovely website! Cx"

Stu reviewed: Japanese style chopping boards workshop - Marlborough

"Pet & Jacqui are an encouraging, helpful couple who made me feel confident despite my lack of experience to go ahead and truly make a chopping board I am proud of. I can't recommend them enough! "

Kimberley Ridgeway reviewed: Pick & Mix Glass Fusing Taster Sessions (Open Group)

"Fabulous evening, Dawn was a fantastic host and made us feel very welcome. She was very knowledgeable and and made the evening relaxing and enjoyable. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be booking again. "

Dawn Turner Designs responded:

"So pleased you all enjoyed the session and I cannot wait to see everybody's results. You're welcome back, any time - thank you "

Jane Hatton reviewed: Pick & Mix Glass Fusing Taster Sessions (Open Group)

"What a fantastic evening we had. My mum and I thoroughly enjoyed learning and creating our glass fusions. Thank you Dawn for your patience 😏"

Dawn Turner Designs responded:

"What a fabulous review, thank you Jane - it was a pleasure to welcome you and your lovely Mum to the studio, and I am thrilled you enjoyed your workshop. I can't wait to see everybody's results. "

Angie reviewed: Feltmaking - OOH the choices!

"What a lovely day I had on this course. Barbara was lovely and extremely welcoming and knowledgeable with years of experience in felting, how lovely it was to gain from that. "

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

"I really liked the idea of trying gel printing, the fact that these plates are environmentally friendly really drew me to them. I highly recommend this starter kit, as you get everything that you need to make some great prints. "

Bev Evans Art and Print responded:

"Thanks Lee! The environmentally friendly plate is a big thing for me too. I also try to make all my tools from repurposed single use plastic or something that can be recycled. Best wishes, Bev"

Sophie reviewed: Miniature Bowl Carving Class

"My boyfriend and I had a really fun time carving miniature bowls under Tim's guidance. Learned a lot about whittling and knife techniques in a safe and friendly environment (not to mention excellent coffee and some treats). I am a slow learner but Tim was very patient and helpful. Left with a bowl I was pleased with and a sense of accomplishment. Would recommend 🥣👌"

Heather Church reviewed: Mosaic Birds 'n' Bugs with Lisa-marie from Creative Avenue

"Brilliant couple of hours. Lots of choice of mosaic options. Great creative chat"

Creative Avenue York responded:

"Thanks for that Heather. I think the chat is an equally important part of the experience sometimes, was a great afternoon. Regards, Lisa-marie"

Louise reviewed: Introduction to Botanical Relief Workshop

"It was amazing! Janet is super welcoming and her studio is beautiful such a relaxed environment. I would highly recommend this to anyone. I had zero experience and Janet explained everything very thoroughly and was extremely patient with me. I enjoyed soaking up both her knowledge of her craft and her knowledge of the spinner's mill where the studio is. It was such a nice way to spend the morning and I had the best time. Janet’s art is beautiful and I’m really pleased with the piece she helped me to create. Can’t recommend enough! "

Step in the Picture responded:

"Thank you so much for the really lovely feedback Louise. I am so pleased you enjoyed the workshop. It was such a pleasure to meet you and the piece you created was absolutely beautiful!"

Carrie Myden reviewed: Training course in upcycling with pallets. An introduction to making furniture with pallets for beginners

"My daughter and I did the one day pallet upcycling course with Scott and had a thoroughly amazing time. Scott has a wealth of knowledge and soon had us breaking pallets apart using different techniques. Then using our reclaimed wood we set about de-nailing, measuring, sawing, drilling, screwing and sanding to create a unique item to take away with us. I've never used power tools before and it was such fun and even better it's given me the bug to go and get my own pallets and break out the tools from the garage. Thank you so much Scott and Sue, you have an amazing workshop, a great way of teaching and very tasty cakes."

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Thank you, Carrie, for such a lovely review. We are both so glad you enjoyed the course, and now, unfortunately, you are "one of us." you will never again be able to see an abandoned pallet at the side of the road and not think "that would make a lovely bookcase or garden sofa or something else amazing." keep building and have fun Scott"

Liz H reviewed: It’s only natural - creating small wire sculpture in Derbyshire

"Thoroughly enjoyed the whole day. I already had some experience of working with wire at home and it was great to learn to think a little differently and create some new ideas. I would highly recommend this course."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Liz, Lovely to hear from you and thanks for taking the time to let me know about your day exploring wire. It was good to work with a more experienced maker, helping you to try different methods and challenging us both to consider alternatives. Hope those clippers and pliers are busy with new projects. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Carolyn reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Well planned and thoroughly enjoyable day learning a new technique and coming away with a piece which I was very happy with. Jo’s teaching skills are excellent and even uncertain beginners can create a wonderful sculpture. I would absolutely recommend this course. "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Carolyn! I'm really pleased you enjoyed making your lovely leaping hare and learned some new sculpting techniques. Jo xx"

Jacky reviewed: Create a willow obelisk/plant support, birdfeeder and dragonfly/butterfly for your garden (Chandlers Ford, Nr Winchester- Hampshire)

"Had a brilliant day willow weaving with Jacquie. "

Willow and Crafts responded:

"Thankyou Jacky Im glad that you enjoyed yourself :-) "

Tessa reviewed: Crochet workshops in Leeds City Centre

"What a lovely couple of hours spent with Anne learning how to crochet. Time just flew & by the end I had started to learn a pattern for a flowered blanket. As a complete beginner I needed to know everything & Anne is a very patient tutor who explains things very clearly. Anne provided all the equipment along with print outs & patterns to take away to ensure I could continue with my new found skill."

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you Tessa. So glad you enjoyed your session and are continuing to use your new skill. Good luck with your blanket. Kind regards Ann"

Sabrina reviewed: Frame Loom Weaving Starter Kit with Online Beginner Weaving Course

"Great kit. High quality yarns and beautifully packaged. Bought for me but would make a great gift. "

Elka responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review Sabrina. I'm so glad you're happy with the kit! Best wishes, Ellie "

Rebecca Corns reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - 2 hours (pm)

"I'd never done this before and was unsure what to expect or how I'd get on. I really enjoyed it. John and Jill were very friendly and welcoming. It was all quite relaxed, and relaxing to do, and I felt encouraged to have a go. It was great to try something different and I'm looking forward to seeing the end result."

Fired Glass responded:

"Thank you Rebecca so pleased you enjoyed your time with us and we made you feel welcome and relaxed. "

Sarah Duckworth reviewed: Create a mosaic in a day in Yorkshire with professional mosaic artist Sue Kershaw

"Very much enjoyed the day - great instruction and materials and Sue was available to help with useful advice whenever needed! Nice relaxed atmosphere. Really pleased with what I created!"

Sue Kershaw responded:

"Thank you Sarah it was really lovely to meet you both. I am so happy that you had a great time."

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

"Great product and course was helpful and funs and was good as complete novice"

Bev Evans Art and Print responded:

"Thank you Paula! So glad you enjoyed it 😊 Best wishes, Bev"