Latest Reviews - Creative, craft and artisan courses and workshops

Jewellery Making with Lucy Copleston in the beautiful Vale of Clwyd

My mum desperately wanted to learn how to work with silver to go with her already stunning glass beadwork and I saw a great opportunity in a day's tuition for a birthday present for her and some creative time for me. We had a lovely day choosing leaves from Lucy's stunning garden and learning the basics of working with silver...

By Jessica B. - 4 days ago

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

Attended this course with my husband hoping to get him to explore and get involved in my love of all glass crafts and especially the art of fusing glass. My objectives were met. We both thoroughly enjoyed the day, learned a lot and had fun doing so. The only downside was that the day flew. Well done Martin for presenting...

By Gilly Skeemer - 4 days ago

The Candle Alchemist Workshop - Anglesey, Wales

Has a great time on this super workshop, very informative with lots of must know facts. Really fun to learn as a hobby and Ideal and cost effective for personalised gifts. I've already started on making more at home!

By Kate W - 4 days ago

Needle Felting Workshops in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, by Heartfelt by Heidi

I had the most enjoyable and creative time. Heidi was friendly and welcoming, giving clear instructions ( and little tips) on how to make our hare. She gave us advice on the types of wool and needles you can use when felting. I loved meeting the other girls on the workshop and our supply of tea and cakes from Heidi...

By Jennie Russell - 4 days ago

Soap and Cosmetics Business Course - Cheshire

I'd like to say a big thank you to Ruth after taking the 1-2-1 Business course. The content provided was extensive and Ruth covered all areas in great detail and her wealth of experience and knowledge is invaluable. The session was relaxed and informative and if you were thinking of turning a hobby into a potential business I would highly...

By Matt - 4 days ago

Learn to Turn in the Dartmoor National Park

We had a lovely day with Chris in his Ashburton workshop. As complete novices he put us at our ease and he is an excellent tutor. We were very proud of the bowls we made and had a sense of accomplishment at the end of the day. Lots of tea and biscuits and we found Chris easy to talk to....

By Nicola Knott - 4 days ago

Soap and Cosmetics Business Course - Cheshire

An interesting course, The exercises help you to grasp the aspect of calculating prices and allergens. The course content covers all the essentials which is listed in a hand out to take away. Although it will probably take a few times to go over the content again in order to get to grips with it all. I particularly liked the...

By Narinda - 4 days ago

Hedgerow Basketmaking Holiday

I attended a two day course on basket making at Off The Rails in Ladybank. A lovely venue and Jane is a very good course leader. I had a relaxed weekend with my own basket at the end of it. Highly recommended.

By Tony Carter - 4 days ago

Blacksmithing taster day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

I paid for a course for myself and my partner Debbie, christmas present for her! (do I know how to show a girl a good time?) and we both loved it......class size was just right, the instruction and guidance given throughout the day was excellent and the food was unbelievable......and so much of it too. We will be signing up...

By Craig Harrison - 4 days ago

Beginners Weaving Workshop - Dobby & Rose

This course was fantastic and gave me the basics of weaving. I had never woven twill before! Rebecca was very clear in her explanations and gave notes at the end which covered all we had achieved. She demystified the weaving charts so we could follow a pattern. I'm going back next month to learn more. She is an excellent, patient...

By Denise - 4 days ago