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Jane F reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"Just done our second course with Bex to make a Hobo Bag - yet again Brilliant! Another immensely enjoyable day, Bex is so patient with us and her knowledge and tips make the bag look professional. Added to all that she kept us supplied with drinks and nibbles - she worked so hard. Would highly recommend her courses to anyone even if you have never sewed before. Bex manages to instill confidence, even when you make mistakes and mess up her machines! We're planning our next bag session as I type."

Marion reviewed: 🧺 3 Day Willow Weaving Workshop

"A very enjoyable 3 days. Amanda is an inspiring teacher who kept us all working on our different projects with plenty of time and encouragement for everyone. The Workshop was a loverly building with several door , well ventilated for COVID times."

Grahame Anderson reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Had a great day with Bob learning basic hammer skills. Bob tailor's the course to suit individual needs and teaches in a thorough manner that has given me confidence to pursue further interests in blacksmithing. I can't recommend Bob and this course highly enough. Thank you ?"

Helen reviewed: Screen printing for 2 people: using paper stencils onto fabric

"What a fabulous day. Booked for my sisters birthday and we both had such fun! I felt very out of my comfort zone at first but Liz was great and by the end of the day I felt very happy and proud of my achievement. Delicious lunch too and the cutest dog. Thank you Liz for making such a special experience for us."

Ruth reviewed: Stained Glass with Jen McEwan

"I had a really great day, thank you. Very pleased with my end products. The techniques were well explained and we were fully equipped to make the glass items. Lovely place to be, with nice refreshments throughout the day, and I bought lunch in the cafe next door. Highly recommend this course."

Created By Hand responded:

"Hi Ruth Many thanks for the lovely comments and for taking the time to make them. Jen is one of our many talented tutors and her classes are always really popular. We are super pleased that the day was what you were hoping for and we look forward to welcoming you again to one of our other classes Dave"

Stephen reviewed: Pole lathe turning taster days: bowl turning

"A really enjoyable course with Maurice in a lovely location. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and enjoyment of wood turning and carving. Cheers, Step."

Touch Wood responded:

"Thanks Stephen!"

Liz Holman reviewed: Watercolour for All 4 week Online Course Monday Morning Via Zoom

"I have enjoyed the variety of subjects we have covered thoughout the course. Initially I was not sure about learning on line but surprised myself about how much one could get through in a session. It has been an enjoyable experience, I have continued to learned a lot and feel I have improved my skills. I would encourage anyone interested in learning to paint in water colour to give it a go!"

Shirley reviewed: Watercolour Techniques for All - Taster Session Online Course Tuesday Evening Via Zoom

"Bit apprehensive at beginning as not painted for a few weeks now but all fell back into place. For me - my outline in pencil is always too dark, and I need to remember to put my colours on lightly rather than go too dark. I enjoyed painting the ballerina . I’m not too happy with my background next to her legs (harsh line). Thank you."

Carole Pullen reviewed: Watercolour Techniques for All - Taster Session Online Course Tuesday Evening Via Zoom

"Very exciting, it was a real challenge but I’ll have to do a few more to practice the techniques. My my challenge is getting the balance with the water so that I can blend and not have hard lines. I think I need to be patient and start off paler..."

Karen reviewed: Watercolour Techniques for All - Taster Session Online Course Tuesday Evening Via Zoom

"I like the picture and I am pleased with the result. Still getting hard lines in places and my brushwork is not always accurate. However I think I have improved."

Julie reviewed: Watercolour Techniques for All - Taster Session Online Course Tuesday Evening Via Zoom

"Really enjoyable session learning some new techniques. Good pace. Definitely worth doing again."

Susanna reviewed: Watercolour Techniques for All - Taster Session Online Course Tuesday Evening Via Zoom

"I enjoyed this more practice on blending. I love the spattering with the foliage brush as I had never done that before."

Lucy Payne reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"This course was very enjoyable and I would highly recommend it. It is based in a stunning location and Jonny and Becky are fabulous hosts. They are skilled, knowledgeable and patient tutors enabling everyone to succeed in making a basket to be proud of. Lunch was delicious, as was the chocolate cake! Many thanks Jonny and Becky for a thoroughly enjoyable day."

Joanne Fernihough reviewed: Basketry courses at SalixArts in Cambridgeshire

"We had an excellent day. We were both surprised at how good our baskets turned out….all down to the quality of the teaching…Debbie was very good, patient, great fun and made us most welcome…would highly recommend the course…and we may well be back ourselves!!"

SalixArts - Debbie Hall responded:

"Thanks Jo. It was lovely to meet you both, and would love to have you back again! I had a great fun day too! Hope you both really enjoy your lovely baskets."

Hazel reviewed: Pottery Throwing (Group Discounts Available) Lessons in Worcester

"Oh my goodness - this was so much fun! Chris is such a lovely chap and such a good teacher. I suspected that this would be a laugh but possibly a bit disastrous. But with Chris’ guidance, we each ended up with a few very respectable dishes - though we will have to wait a couple of weeks now to see if they make it through the firing! I had some ideas in mind that I had emailed to Chris in advance and he had taken the time to think about how to achieve what I was after and come up with some great ideas. I wholeheartedly recommend taking the workshop if you are in the area."

Chris Greening Pottery responded:

"Hi Hazel, Many thanks for the great review and particularly the heads up on what you would like to achieve - some very nice shallow dishes that fit very well with what we tend to make in the classes but with the added twist of an interesting sgraffito design. Really pleased that you found it such fun; it's lovely when people thrown themselves into the process. Your pots are drying nicely (particularly in this heat!) and will be going into the kiln for the first of their firings next week. I'll be in touch soon. Thanks again for the booking. Best wishes, Chris."

Eleanor Randall reviewed: Two busy mini bees in acrylic TV artist Marilyn Allis Unlimited Tuition Link

"Marilyn makes it easy to learn how to paint. What a wonderful teacher."

Hazel reviewed: Enamel Bowls Workshop

"I would highly recommend this workshop. My husband and I both really enjoyed ourselves. I had no idea what to expect, but Teresa is an excellent teacher and we had such a fun and gently paced morning. No real artistic skill is needed to produce something that looks beautiful and unique. The process was much simpler than I had thought - anyone could do this. The exact outcome is somewhat down to luck, but Teresa guided us through our options and had lots of examples to show us which helped with decisions on colours and pattern. We each ended up with a gorgeous bowl that we are completely delighted with."

Lappelli Craft Studio responded:

"Hazel, thank you for your review.I’m so pleased that you enjoyed your morning and the gorgeous bowls you made ?"

Katherine Byrne reviewed: Metallic acrylic Wild flowers tuition and materials Box TV artist Marilyn Allis

"What a wonderful kit , loved all the captions and step by step help on the videos , beautiful paint and great quality very much enjoyed doing this felt like artist was in the room superb couldnt recommend having a go at this enough begginers to more experienced will enjoy this fantastic experience"

Nigel Graham reviewed: Pottery Throwing (Group Discounts Available) Lessons in Worcester

"A really enjoyable 1 1/2 hours. Chris was excellent at showing and telling us what to do to make tapas dishes. A friendly chap, with a well stocked studio, he made it look so easy. At the end of the lesson we’d both made 3 or 4 dishes each.....and had glazed them too. I recommend that anyone should have a go...it’s great fun, and quite therapeutic once you get the hang of it. Looking forward to collecting the fruits of our labour in a few weeks time :)"

Chris Greening Pottery responded:

"Hi Nigel, many thanks for the lovely review and particularly pleased that you found it a therapeutic and interesting session; a chance to just get immersed in something a bit different for a while. Your pots are drying nicely (particularly in this heat!) and will be going into the kiln for the first of their firings next week. I'll be in touch soon. Thanks again for the booking. Best wishes, Chris."

Anne Wardell reviewed: 2 Day Stained Glass Workshop

"Knowledge tutor, engaging topic & lovely surroundings. Thank you!"

Mary Finan reviewed: Introduction to Candlemaking

"Really enjoyed this candlemaking course, so much so that I am interested in carrying on making them at home. Wendy is a brilliant teacher with lots of patience. She takes time to explain everything and is willing to help if you get stuck with anything. I have done other courses with her, and have booked her Silk Paper Making course for the autumn."

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

"A really great day. Everyone really enjoyed it and we all made hare sculptures to be proud of due to the first rate teaching and guidance.. Jo is a very welcoming host and the setting for the workshop is just stunning. Thank you for a lovely day."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Mary ;-) lovely company and gorgeous hares and not too hot weather! Am just preparing for today's workshop with a 31 degree forecast. Just as well I have air conditioning in the studio ;-) ;-) Jo x"

Debbie Williams reviewed: 1-to-1 Organic Skincare Workshop at Maid in the Meadow

"An extremely enjoyable day spent with Allison learning how to make organic skincare products. She is such a natural teacher with a great passion for her subject that she imparts freely in a friendly and relaxed way. The products made are lovely on my skin. She even helped me make products for my daughter, which was so kind of her. She goes out of her way to make the day enjoyable and you come away with so much information and a will to carry on making the products for yourself. I learnt so much and it felt like spending the day with a friend."

Maid in the Meadow responded:

"Thank you Debbie for your lovely review. I’m so glad you enjoyed your day and are enjoying using the products you made for yourself and I’m sure your daughter will love the products you made for her too. Its exciting that you feel inspired to continue to make products for yourself in the future and you’re very welcome to visit the workshop next time your in Norfolk. Best wishes for the future. Allison"

Lesley reviewed: Silver clay jewellery making taster workshop

"It was absolutely fantastic to be able to finally attend another course with Anna and Lynn - very relaxed, great course with enough time to craft the silver clay, it was a bit different with the COVID rules but felt completely safe at all times - loved making my charms and stone setting- highly recommend The Arienas Collective and my friend and I are already looking to book another course - there is something for everyone ???"

The Arienas Collective responded:

"Hello Lesley. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review. We're so glad to hear you felt safe, since this is important for being able to relax and enjoy your workshop, and benefit from the wellbeing benefits of engaging in a creative activity. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! I wonder what you'll choose next??? With very best wishes Lynn :-)"

Henry reviewed: Spoon Carving Taster Session

"Mike tailored the course to meet everyone's individual skill basis and carefully adjusted grips/found ways to improve technique. Very helpful and good fun."