Latest reviews

Toby F reviewed: Woodturning Experience Days - Come and spend a day turning your first bowl

"A fantastic experience from start to finish. Full of knowledge and wisdom, Stephen has a great mix of being an excellent, and hilarious teacher! I had a very enjoyable day learning a new skill whilst discussing all forms of creativity and life in general. I had never wood turned before, yet I have managed to come away with 2 bowls that even my other half thinks are excellent - so we must have done something right! I look forward to returning to the Bodden Cross Studio again soon, and experimenting with our shared passion for typography on the letter carving course!"

Bodden Cross Studio responded:

"Thank you Toby for your kind words and I look forward to seeing you soon."

Rachel reviewed: Mixed media - Bugs and Butterflies

"I really enjoyed this session. It was great to try new techniques and materials to create a mixed media bug. Catherine is always so enthusiastic and encourages us to be adventurous and try new things. She brings a huge array of materials , resources and stimulus for us. Very rewarding!"

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review. We shall pass on your feedback to Cathy. We look forward to seeing you again soon at Stanwick Lakes. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Jason reviewed: Learn drawing skills - Passion for graphite!

"Fantastic, superb instruction, very patient, puts you at ease and makes a fab tea "

Field Breaks Art responded:

"Thanks Jason, it was lovely to meet you and I'm glad you enjoyed the workshop, best of luck with that sketchbook now! Hazel :D"

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

"It was a brilliant introduction to pottery! Pat was totally great, she has a lovely warm personality and explained everything really well and showed me the ropes. It has definitely made me interested in doing more."

Pat Southwood responded:

"Thank you for your kind words, you did really well and I am glad to have sparked further learning!"

Geoff Huckstep reviewed: Sterling silver stacking rings for complete beginners

"I purchased the Stacking Rings for beginners at the Simply Amazing Jewellery School as a Christmas gift for my wife, Alison. To my delight, she came home buzzing from the session…and the rings she made are fabulous! She said the day was made by the friendliness of the rest of the group….and the excellent support provided by Viv the teacher! I’m sure her appetite has been whetted for future courses and, from my point of view, it’s always nice for us poor fellas to get a Christmas present right! 👍🤗🤣. Well recommended! "

Simply Amazing Jewellery School responded:

"Thank you so much for this lovely review, Geoff! I am really pleased to read this, we had such a lovely day all of us, and all keen to learn - amazing to see confidence building with tools and techniques ! It's a great idea tho, for all you partners of creative folk out there to plan your next day out! I do lots of Saturday workshops so get the calendar out and book a day you can both remember!"

Susan McIntyre reviewed: Come Frame With Me - Making your own Picture Frame

"What a day! Ady is a brilliant teacher. I came home with a piece that looked like I'd paid a professional to do it. I highly recommend this class to anyone thinking of learning to frame. The information I learned is transferrable to my doing this on my own. Just a brilliant day."

Studio 93 Framing responded:

"Thank you for your comments and your enthusiasm on the day, Susan! I'm so glad you enjoyed it and do hope that you take up framing for yourself sometime in the future - do let me know if you do!"

Georgette reviewed: Introduction to fused glass (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"Martin's workshop was relaxing, interesting and fun! Time went so fast and I was surprised by the amount of pieces one can complete in a single workshop! Martin is a very patient and clear teacher and always willing to help out to materialise our ideas. I fully recommend his workshop!"

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review, I hope to see you again in the future."

Wendy reviewed: Mixed media - Bugs and Butterflies

"Really enjoyed the course, excellent tutor who takes the time to help each student to achieve amazing results - look forward to every session ."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review - we really do appreciate it! We are glad you are enjoying the workshops and shall let Cathy know. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

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

"Excellent couple of hours with a very knowledgeable and friendly teacher. Booked as a surprise birthday gift and we thoroughly enjoyed it! Can’t wait to get our pots. :)"

Pat Southwood responded:

"Thank you so much, I am glad you enjoyed yourselves, your pots are drying nicely and I will have them with you as soon as I can. "

Nikki Denning reviewed: Beeswax Wraps - Craft Party - Group bookings only

"We had such an enjoyable morning with Claire & Janet. We were greeted with a warm welcome and the craft room was beautiful. It was very relaxed, we had much laughter and chatter and music played whilst we made our wonderful aromatic bees wax wraps. During our tea break we were treated to delicious cakes and they even let us take home the ones we couldn't eat during the session. It was thoroughly enjoyable and we came away with some very useful wraps. They even allowed us to bring Pompom the Pomeranian who sat very quietly in the craft room. We would highly recommend this workshop, nice and chilled and a real treat! "

Simon reviewed: French Polishing workshop full day with Rob Cain

"Great fun, really nice friendly guy. Very informative and managed to achieve a good finish."

The Old Polishing Shop responded:

"Great to meet you Simon , I'm glad you had a fab session you picked it up so well. Here if you need me , all the very best Rob "

Stephanie reviewed: Crochet workshops in Leeds City Centre

"This is a great way to learn as Ann can tailor the class to your requirements. She was very encouraging and very patient. She has photocopied notes ready to take away and was a great hands-on tutor. It’s also a lovely venue with tea and snacks on hand."

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you Stephanie for your kind review. You have expressed all that I have hoped the workshops would provide. I'm glad you like the venue. Good luck with your crocheting. Kind regards Ann"

Kathleen reviewed: Dressmaking with Kirstie Combe at The Viking Loom Ltd York

"Had a wonderful day. Kirstie and Romy are both extremely welcoming and helpful. Although I have made some garments in the past, I picked up loads of additional tips on how to alter patterns to create a better fit and hints on how to achieve a more professional finish to the garment. I will definitely be back"

The Viking Loom Ltd responded:

"Hi kathleen . thanks so much for coming and throwing yourself in so wholeheartedly . glad you picked up plenty and look forward to seeing you in the lovely dress . best regards romy ."

John Doherty reviewed: Drum Lampshade making at ShedLight

"I had a lovely relaxed afternoon learning how to make a drum lampshade, Vanessa made the whole experience easy to follow answering questions as we went along and gave great tricks of the trade. I shall definitely be going on another course with her again soon. "

ShedLight responded:

"So happy you enjoyed the course John and I look forward to seeing you again. Vanessa"

Andrew Birnie reviewed: Willow leaping hare sculpture - Studi0ne Bridport

"It was a great day with Jo teaching Gill and myself all we need to know to create two amazing willow deer. A fabulous birthday present and now I am hooked on willow weaving so will be hoping to make a leaping hare next time! Thanks Jo. "

Penny reviewed: Ring Making Workshop, Newcastle upon Tyne

"A wonderful morning with Emine discovering new skills with my teenage son. A lovely way to spend time together with beautiful keep sakes."

Silverkupe Jewellery responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely comments. It was lovely to meet you both. Best Wishes, Emine."

David Linnell reviewed: Guitar Strumstick Dulcimer 3 strings instrument

"What an amazing experience! Did this course with very limited woodworking experience - Ted was lovely, chatty, helpful and engaging as he talked us through how to create a dulcimer. I'm genuinely blown away that we could achieve so much in the day! We got to use a variety of techniques - and also understood WHY we were using them, how to adapt along the way, when to be precise and how to build on the skills. Really pleased and would recommend the course to anyone!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks for the kind words David it was a pleasure to work with you both last Saturday. I hope you and your mum get many happy hours strumming together. It was a lot of fun and I hope you use the instrument in your band sometime. Kind regards Ted "

Paula reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"Well what can I say. This was a fantastic day. Jonathan was a great host. Very professional, friendly and full of giggles. His studio is awesome. If you want a great gift for someone or have ever fancied trying making jewellery yourself. Go on this course. You will not regret it. "

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Paula and Sue. Your very kind words mean a lot and I am so very pleased that you both enjoyed your day at Salt Way Silver - and we did have a giggle or two! Well done with your silver jewellery making and good luck with your future crafting plans. Jonathan"

Rob Snape reviewed: Woodwork Day Course

"Had an amazing day with Ted in his workshop! He's a great guy with some fantastic stories, and his woodworking knowledge was second-to-none. I learned so much on the day and there were lots of tips I took away to use in my own woodworking. I'll definitely be back soon for another course with Ted!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Cheers Rob I hope you find time to use those skills and make some interesting work, I also look forward to seeing you again soon on another course. Kind regards Ted "

Roz Claydon reviewed: Hand spinning course - absolute beginners

"The one day beginners spinner course was a Christmas present. Hollie made the day thoroughly enjoyable. She was so encouraging and patient and I came away happy with what I had achieved and definitely be doing another course with Hollie. "

Angharad Burden reviewed: Valentines hearts weaving workshop at Usk Castle Chase in Monmouthshire

"Bought this as a gift for my Mum at Christmas. We both really enjoyed - it made for lovely Sunday morning and we’re really pleased with the hearts we came home with. Amanda was great at showing us what to do, would definitely recommend. "

Jackie adams reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"Five star course. Amanda provided a great one day quilting course. By the end of the day I had made my first quilt. She was welcoming, knowledgeable and a good do teacher. Recommended. "

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you for your review, Jackie. Your finished quilt is lovely! Follow-up notes will be with you tomorrow. Amanda"

Inga reviewed: Slate mosaic workshop at Jo Garden Art

"I can certainly confirm that Jo enables "people of any skill to achieve something they did not expect". The slate workshop was the second in-person workshop I've done with Jo in her gorgeous garden studio. It was a bit scary making something abstract and not having specific steps to follow, but there is plenty of time, encouragement and tea, and a wide range of slate, stones, glass, mosaic pieces and more. From an initial mild panic about my efforts going nowhere, two great pieces of slate art emerged. In fact every artwork created in that workshop was lovely and would look good on a wall. Amazing! The other workshop I have done with Jo was making an outdoor hare sculpture, which turned out to be an impressive focal point for the garden. Step by step Jo shows and then coaches you through each stage. Each workshop with Jo has been a fabulous time away in a relaxed setting, with wonderful hospitality and I have come away with creations that I certainly didn't expect to be as good as they are. Highly recommended, even for those who don't think they are very artistic."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much for this wonderful review Inga! It was lovely having you and your friends back in the studio once again. As you mention, everyone's work was gorgeous. Hope to see you again soon, Jo xx"

Sue Osbon reviewed: Rag Rug Workshop - Full Day - York

"A really enjoyable course; well-timed, friendly, full of information and advice. Plenty of material to work with on the day. Some items to take away were included in the course fee and there was plenty more to buy at reasonable prices (but no pressure to buy). The course tutors (Lorraine and Casey) were knowledgeable and kept us all supplied with tea, coffee and biscuits. Whether attending on your own or with some friends, I would recommend it. "

Ragged Life Ltd responded:

"We're so glad you enjoyed the class Sue, you were a pleasure to teach :-) Thank you for the lovely review, we do appreciate you taking the time."

Olivia Howlett reviewed: Pottery throwing sessions on the potter's wheel in Norfolk

"What a lovely experience this was, my mum and I really enjoyed learning how to use a pottery wheel and also having general chitchat with the lovely Pat. Pat made us feel right at home and we really enjoyed our time with her, it almost felt like taking up a hobby with a good friend, 100% recommend, we can't wait to see our pots!!! , thanks again Pat."

Pat Southwood responded:

"Thank you, what lovely comments, I'm so glad you both had a great time. Your pots are drying nicely and you can see the result soon!"