Latest reviews

Carina Rofe reviewed: Egg frame basket (1 day) workshop with Hopewood Baskets

"Absolutely loved this course. Fantastic tutors, learnt a lot and yet it was also relaxing. Am so pleased I learned to make my first ever basket with Sarah and Marcus."

Hopewood Baskets responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review; we’re delighted to hear you had an enjoyable day! Lovely to meet you and weave together, and hope to see you again one day. "

Sue R reviewed: Explore printing

"Great introduction to gelli plate, monoprint and linocut printing. All three being something we can easily do again at home on the kitchen table. Lisa walked us through the techniques at a pace to suit us, and gave us lots of opportunity to explore and experiment. Well thought out day, with plenty of cups of tea, and some naughty cakes too 😋"

Coneyhurst Studios responded:

"You both had such brilliant ideas with your exploring of the printing techniques. I am so glad you had such a great time."

Gillian Berry reviewed: Gelli Plate Experimental Monoprinting.

"A very enjoyable day, lovely food and very clear instructions. Thank you."

Fiona Setchell Artist Tutor responded:

"Thank you Gill. It was lovely to meet you. You created a beautiful set of prints, especially the Barbara Hepworth inspired prints. Happy retirement, may it be filled with creativity ! All the best, Fiona. "

Lin Holliday reviewed: Kiln Fired Enamelling with Katie Sanderson. Half day workshop

"What a brilliant morning! Katie was great - friendly and welcoming and took us through some health and safety, and then demonstrated some enamelling techniques. We all then went back to our work benches to make 2 orv3 items to take home. It was really absorbing and satisfying. I went home with two pendants and a brooch I had made. I would recommend the course and will be back to do another course. "

Katie Sanderson, enamel artist responded:

"Thank you so much Lin! I really appreciate your lovely review. Hope to see you again. Many thanks Katie"

Claire reviewed: Silver Filigree Heart Necklace Workshop; with Lindsay Forbes of Laconic - Sedgefield

"The course was fantastic, very well organised and easy to access, even for us as beginners. Lindsay was very patient helping us to make something really lovely and was determined to ensure we all took home a piece to be proud of. Thanks so much for all your hard work. "

Bench Box responded:

"I'm so glad you all enjoyed the course Claire, thanks for coming along and for the great feedback! You should all be so proud of the lovely necklaces you made, they really are fab! "

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

"What a fantastic day, from start to finish. Jo could not have been a better host and facilitator; she made us feel so welcome and at ease, patiently guiding us through each step of the process of making our hares with such skill and clarity. I am so pleased with my moon-gazing hare! Now I can't wait to make another hare from the kit I brought home with me and I hope to attend another course soon. Thank you, too, to Andy for all the cups of coffee!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Helen! It was a great workshop and I hope you enjoy making your hare kit at home. I look forward to seeing you back in the studio! Jo x"

Emma and Robbie Fitzgerald reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"Richard was amazing - we had such a great day and love our finished breadboards. The course was informative and fun at the same time and has definitely got us thinking what our next project will be!"

Sue reviewed: Christmas Swedish Style horse - whittling course with Rix & Co

"Excellent course really enjoyed it. Pete was very supportive and encouraging as well as being a good teacher. Really pleased with the results. Lunch was delicious too!"

Rix & Co Rocking Horses Ltd responded:

"Thank you so much Sue for your review, lovely to meet you both and please come again for some more traditional woodcarving! Pete"

Lisa reviewed: Recycled silver stacking rings making with Mat

"Amazing course, nice and small class with lots of support. Finished up with three stacking rings that felt very proud of. Definitely recommend to anyone. "

Raj & Julian reviewed: Two People - Sculpture/soldering brazing wire forming courses, specialising in insects, fairies

"As complete beginners, we had a great day with Roger teaching us how to solder/braze. We learnt the techniques that will enable us to continue at home. Roger really knows his stuff, he has some amazing pieces that were inspiring and we can't wait to get started on our own projects. "

Emma reviewed: Resin Cheeseboard & Coaster Workshop

"Great experience and lots of fun. Value for money 💰. Eunice is a great teacher and full of knowledge. "

Eunice J. Friend responded:

"So glad you enjoyed and took away lots of knowledge for your exciting new venture"

Anna reviewed: 4h mosaic workshop for beginners

"*HIGHLY RECOMMEND* The perfect Saturday afternoon spent in a warm and friendly mosaic workshop. There is an abundance of materials and design ideas to fully indulge your artistic side. My friend and I felt fully relaxed by the end of the workshop having expert tuition on how to best achieve our design goals. Even when I hadn't finished my piece, Marie kindly gave me all the tools and guidance to finish it at home. Lovely friendly dogs to keep you company, and tasty warm drinks and snacks. Highly Recommend to anyone wanting to try a bit of mosaic. "

mppmosaic responded:

"Thank you so much Anna for your wonderful review. It was a pleasure teaching you and Aicha, and you were clearly both very talented, your mosaics are lovely! I wish you the very best with your artistic pursuits! Marie-Paule"

Jennifer reviewed: 2 hr Potters Wheel Experience, Heskin Chorley

"Absolutely loved our session yesterday. Laughed and laughed the whole way through! Would recommend! "

The Crafty potter responded:

"Hi Jennifer It was a giggle ! Thoroughly loved having you join us in the studio. Thank you for your fab review Sharon"

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

"Well one of the best courses I’ve attended and I have booked a second visit. Jo is a great teacher and nothing is too much trouble. A beautiful setting and a very warm welcome awaits you and you leave with your unique sculpture. Roll on 2024 when I can book my third visit."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Anne - I enjoyed working with you in the studio and look forward to your 2 day workshop later in the year! Jo x"

Joanne solly reviewed: Fused Glass - Taster

"Brilliant morning. Bought as a birthday present for my friend glad I did .Julie explained everything to ensure we got the result we wanted.She is very good at explaining things and puts you at ease. left feeling very relaxed after a stressful week at work. Would recommend this course to everyone it's good fun and great to see your creations coming to life . Will definitely look into doing this course again."

Julies Handcrafted Glass responded:

"Thank you for your lovely comments it was a pleasure working with you. "

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

"What a fantastic day! From starting with a coffee at 9am to leaving with our treasured sculptures eight hours later, the whole experience of making a hare from scratch was meticulously planned. Jo was very welcoming, highly experienced, and patient, with all the different stages of construction perfectly timed. There are opportunities to personalise your own hare, so that no two are ever alike. And Jo’s beautiful studio is set in the most beautiful position, with many of Jo’s own sculptures to admire. Never having ever done anything like this before, I would thoroughly recommend this course (although wonderful for more experienced sculptors too I should think as Jo will give as much, or as little, guidance as you need). I am absolutely delighted with my ‘running hare’ and quite amazed that I was able to make such a wonderful thing! Thank you Jo - it was ALL fantastic!"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thanks Jeannine! We are so lucky to live in this gorgeous location. Your running hare was fabulous - so much movement! Hope to see you again, Jo x"

Lois Johnston reviewed: Embroidery for beginners

"I enjoyed a wonderful day with Rosemary recently learning the basics of embroidery. There was no rush to move on until we felt I’d mastered each stitch and I was even (finally) able to do French knots by the end of the day! Looking forward to starting my own project now that Rosemary’s given me the confidence :)"

Heritage Embroidery responded:

"Thank you so much for your glowing review. I’m so pleased to hear that you now have the confidence to do your own projects."

Liz Phillips reviewed: Mandala hand lino print workshop

"Had a lovely morning with Diana creating our first Mandala Hand Print. Very therapeutic and came away with lots of fantastic prints. Looking forward to getting creative again very soon! "

Heddfan From Narberth responded:

"Thank you so much. It was a really lovely session. Fab results. "

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

"Thank you to Scot and Sue for a fantastic day. My daughter and I learnt so much on the upcycling pallet workshop, we left feeling more confident in using various tools and the skills in which to create many projects. Can’t recommend this course highly enough, my daughter said it was the best workshop she’d ever done It inspired us both "

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Hi Rhonda We are so happy you both loved the course so much. You were great fun to have for the day and the bit's you made looked amazing Sue "

John reviewed: Upholstery classes in Norwich

"Lee is a very knowledgeable tutor, it's a friendly environment, and an excellent day."

Lorraine reviewed: Candlemaking for FUN! Making candles to gift

"So much fun ! Really enjoyed every minute. Lots of help from the lovely Jo to create an amazing array of goodies that smell fabulous . Such good value when you get to take lots of fantastic (hand made by me) good looking gifts home, oh and there is tea and cake too !! "

The White Candle Company responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review, it means a lot. I've passed on your lovely comments to Jo, who thoroughly enjoyed meeting you. Thank you. Jo x"

Andy Green reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"This is a brilliant little course, hosted by somebody that clearly works far too hard. Jo is very passionate about what she does and anybody that is thinking about doing this course, needs to get booking. Good things don’t last forever. Food, tea, coffee and cold drinks are in abundance and you will be well and truly catered for. Everything you need to get you started, in constructing your business plan as well as the basics in candle making will be afforded to you. You will not be an expert when you leave, but you will have the tools to learn your craft. You will leave with plenty of information, pointing you in the right direction to make you successful and I was surprised at how much information Jo yielded about her business. Very few other business owners would deliver this level of open and honest, trade secret sharing. Don’t hesitate, get booking. "

The White Candle Company responded:

"What a lovely review - thank you so much :) I do believe in honesty, it's a warts and all course! I truly am very proud when I see people go off on their own journeys and have enough confidence in my own business to not worry about competition! It was lovely to meet you and I'd be really interested to know how it goes from hereon. Take care lovely. Best wishes, Jo x"

Claire reviewed: Candlemaking for FUN! Making candles to gift

"Cannot recommend this enough! Had a fabulous morning with Jo (2) who was so patient, explained everything thoroughly and helped us create some beautiful candles and a diffuser to take home. Loved it! Tea & cake thrown in as well, a perfect morning! Thank you Jo and Jo! ☺️"

The White Candle Company responded:

"Ah! We got there!!! Thank you so much for your understanding with the mix up earlier this year, or was it last year?! I'm glad you had fun. I've passed your lovely comments onto Jo. Take care and enjoy melting your makes! Best wishes, Jo x"

Joy reviewed: An Introduction to Weaving with a Table Loom, Oxford

"I had a fantastic day working on the loom! Jeremy is very knowledgeable about weaving. He explained about how the different patterns were made, and had lots of examples and samples to show to help demonstrate this. We even had time to discuss double weave :) I'd definitely recommend this course if you want to learn about weaving."

Jeremy Uden Designer/Handweaver responded:

"Thanks Joy! I'm really glad you enjoyed it. Jem"

Patricia reviewed: Weaving: the journey begins

"I had a wonderful introduction to weaving with Ashleigh. His knowledge of the craft and skill in teaching is second to none. I learnt so much and in such a short time. He explained each step very clearly and encouragingly. Thank you Ashleigh, this workshop has given me the encouragement to continue my weaving journey."