Latest reviews

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

"I had such a fantastic time today learning/relearning how to create Fused glass pieces. Martin was so helpful and happy to advise me on anything I needed. I can't wait to collect my pieces. This was such a lovely day I'd like to do it again."

Jayne Brookman reviewed: Introduction to traditional stained glass (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"what a lovely day. Kate was an excellent tutor, the workshop was airy and well organised. I really enjoyed making the panel- everything was explained well and Kate was really good at checking if you were OK but also letting you get on and do it yourself which gave a great sense of achievement. I will definitely be going back again for another workshop!"

Alex Bamford reviewed: Silver jewellery class for beginners

"Absolutely brilliant day. Nothing was too much trouble, even with my difficult planet design. I'm so happy with the finished product, thank you. 10/ 10 would recommend!"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Alex - and well done for sticking with your design idea - it worked out well! Jonathan"

Sarah Meyrick reviewed: Silver jewellery class for beginners

"Amazing day! This was a birthday gift and I've always wanted to have a go at making jewellery. We learned different skills making a keyring first then after lunch, made a piece of silver jewellery. I chose a ring with a textured surface and I am so happy with how it turned out! Jonathan is a great teacher and it was a lovely relaxed atmosphere, would love to do it again! (the cake was delicious too!)"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Sarah and lovely to meet you both. It was a good day and so was the cake! I'm so pleased that you are happy with your silver jewellery. Jonathan"

Gillian Bamford reviewed: Silver jewellery class for beginners

"Lovely day from start to finish. Plenty of tea and cake, and great help and advice in a relaxed informal setting. Cannot express how quickly the time flies and you have a lovely piece of jewellery to take home. Give it a try and you will enjoy it."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Gillian - it was lovely to meet you both, and to help you with your silver jewellery designs. Jonathan"

Dave Ashdown reviewed: Silver jewellery class for beginners

"We have had a brilliant day. There is something so rewarding in being able to finish and look down at the ring on your finger and say "I made that". Have learned new skills, got a new ring, but most of all it was just fun."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Well done Dave and thank you for the kind words. I've added your reef knot ring design to my list of favourite projects, so thank you for that too! Jonathan"

Julie Webster reviewed: Private or private group silver jewellery making / silversmithing workshop day at Silver Designed Personally

"I signed up for a 1-1 day workshop and had the most amazing day! Sara was warm, personable and very thorough in explaining processes and techniques during the day. The studio is situated in a stunning environment and fully fitted with all necessary tools and equipment. As I had hoped to make a pendant and a ring, I was delighted that there was time to make the pendant in the morning and after a light lunch, had time to make a spinning/meditation ring during the afternoon. Sara works with you on your design ideas and has an extensive range of raw materials to work with. Her studio was immaculate and a very clean, professional working space. The session was totally hands on so you really feel that you have made your pieces at the end of the day, from design, cutting out, filing, soldering and polishing. The atmosphere was very relaxed and would totally recommend either a half-day or full-day session. I am already thinking about what I can make on my next visit! The jewellery world is your oyster - you can enjoy making earrings, bracelets, pendants, rings, etc. Totally recommend this workshop as, unlike larger classes, you gain personal attention where Sara will work with you on whatever you choose to make and you can work at your own pace with guidance as and when required. I had such a chilled day and already looking forward to another workshop. Also, if you love pooches you will be in double heaven; if not, don't worry, Misty can have a day off from helping in the studio."

Silver Designed Personally responded:

"Julie Wow - that's an amazing review thank you so much for taking the time to write in so much detail. I had a really lovely day with you too and absolutely loved what you made - so original..... AND some of the best piercing skills I have seen for a beginner. Great job! Looking forward to seeing you again some time soon. Sara (& a lick from Misty)"

Tish reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Couldn’t recommend the course more. Bought as a present for an iron sixth wedding anniversary experience and we had a great time. Bob was a great, patient and funny teacher who managed to keep a watchful eye without being too overbearing. The instructions to find it were spot on and chippy lunch was just what we needed. Plenty of brews throughout the day to keep us hydrated. We were both so pleased with what we came home with and are so thankful to Bob for this!"

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

"We had such a good day! Jo was not only an amazing tutor and well organised but also so lovely! The atmosphere was fun and relaxing in her fab workshop. I would definitely recommend this to anyone."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Penny ;-) So glad you and Chris enjoyed the day. Still finding bits of tin foil ;-) ;-) ;-) xxx"

Karen Swain reviewed: Stone carving for beginners - Weymouth

"I gave this experience to my husband for his Christmas gift ( he is a builder- retired). He would recommend the day 100% and had such a good time. John was so good, he it patient and encouraging. If the day was out of five stars he would give him six! We now have a beautifully carved Portland stone dove. Thank you John"

Sculptor John Davey responded:

"Thanks Karen, Arthur. It was a great day passing on my love of stone carving. Its quite exiting to see how my students progress in their skills and watching the sculptures evolve towards their finish. Well done Arthur, great work. Take care John."

Julie Willis reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"A great day with an excellent tutor. Barbara provided all materials and guided us through the process. Really pleased with my first attempt at doing batik painting."

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"Your batik picture of a parrot with attitude looked amazing :-), you have a great sense of colour too. I'd love to see a picture of it framed. Keep creating. Barbara"

Helen Bortolozzo reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"Fabulous day batik painting with Barbara.Lovely lady who explained the technique really well. Wonderful experience.Thanks Barbara."

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"Thank you Helen, your scarfed lady was brilliant :-) and thank you for your framed picture, she looked even better. I was spurred me on to do a framing frenzy lol. Barbara"

Ian McNair reviewed: Woodturning Course in North Yorkshire with Philip Greenwood RPT

"A thoroughly enjoyable day with Phil. I learned a lot and came away with the confidence to progress at my own rate. Phil's Woodturning book (included in cost of course) is a mine of straight forward, easy to read information. For anyone looking to take up this hobby, I cannot recommend this course enough."

Darren Small reviewed: Pyrography workshop

"Was a great day for Grandmother and Granddaughter (12), both enjoyed the tuition and found it easy to follow. The work completed was very good and they would highly recommend the course."

Ruth Carson reviewed: Willow Obelisk Sculpture

"What a fantastic day we had! I would never have believed I could make a heron out of willow, but with Kate's expert tuition I managed it. She is an extremely talented lady, and so helpful and patient, I thoroughly recommend her course. My daughter, Laura, made a lovely hare, and now we are planning to go back and make more animals. Alison was an excellent host. We were well suppled with refreshments throughout the day, and the lunch was delicious. There was plenty of parking available on site, and afterwards we had a stroll around Alison's gorgeous garden."

Tresillian House responded:

"Dear Ruth Thank you very much for your kind review and comments. I am delighted you had such a really good day. The group were good and despite all being beginners, grasped the principles of the weaving quickly - all ending up with brilliant sculptures. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. Best wishes, Alison at Tresillian House"

Helen McCarthy reviewed: One day Mosaic workshop Moon Hare Studio, Devon

"Wonderful workshop powered by Adela’s amazing talent and enthusiasm. She was a brilliant relaxed and knowledgeable teacher - the time flew and we came home delighted with our lovely creations. Recommend!"

Graham Lant reviewed: Stone carving for beginners - Weymouth

"John is an excellent instructor, he is passionate about his skills, everything provided and wonderful location. I took my own design and John was as excited as I was about bring the stone to life. Throughly recommend and will attend the expert course."

Sculptor John Davey responded:

"Thanks for that Graham. I really enjoyed myself as well. Looking forward to meeting you again to hone your stone carving skills. Great sculpture well done you. Do send me a photo of your work when its washed and in place. Take care John."

Loraine Sherlock reviewed: Textile landscape workshop in Dorset

"This was a perfect workshop with a small group that took place in Imogen’s delightful studio/workplace. Starting with a short walk to the historic Sturminster Mill to gain inspiration, we spent the day under Imogen’s clear guidance creating our individual stitched pieces. Every step was made clear to us and progression was at our own pace. We were able to select our materials from the wonderful array of fabrics provided - so much to choose from! I would thoroughly recommend this workshop that caters for both beginners and more experienced stitchers."

Imogen Bittner Studio responded:

"I was very impressed with how your landscape evolved during the day and how you developed the different stages in your own way to produce an atmospheric and unique interpretation of this place. Your positive and cheerful attitude added greatly to a very enjoyable day."

Ian reviewed: Beginners 1-day pairs woodturning workshop

"We found Simon and Louise both very knowledgeable and accommodating, meeting my fathers specific disabilities to enable him to participate fully in the woodturning. It was great to have lunch around the farmhouse table, discussing progress with fellow pottery students too. We made a honey dibber and small bowl! We would fully recommend the day."

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Ian, Thanks so much for a lovely review and we're glad you both enjoyed the day. Any questions in the future, please don't hesitate to get in touch."

Sandra kerns reviewed: Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

"We did this class as a family of four. We had a brilliant day in the woods,under a parachute tent, with a log fire and our teacher Mark. Mark was very knowledgeable and gave us great instruction to be able to make our spoons. He was very encouraging and took us through each step so that we felt we could achieve the result we wanted. Lunch was a wonderful meal of fresh bread and lovely home made salads, with coffee and cake for dessert. All in all a great experience that I would thoroughly recommend."

Walderchain Wood responded:

"Sandra Thank you for the feedback, much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed the day. All the best Mark and Cristina"

Jill Pearson reviewed: Marvellous Mosaic one day workshop

"A wonderful, perfectly paced workshop. I wasn’t very confident in my abilities but Lindsey offered lots of great advice and encouragement and provided a plethora of exciting materials to work with. I was surprised at how pleased I was with my completed mosaic heart and it will have pride of place on display in my home. Thank you Lindsey!"

Lindsey Kennedy Portfolio responded:

"I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your first foray into mosaic making. Thank you so much for choosing my workshop and I hope that it has inspired you to continue at home!"

Rebecca Dolbey reviewed: Marvellous Mosaic one day workshop

"Great fun. Lindsey had lots of lovely materials for us to use and offered enough help and guidance for everyone to complete a beautiful mosaic without feeling rushed."

Lindsey Kennedy Portfolio responded:

"Thanks for choosing the mosaic workshop to spend time creatively with your friends. I'm so pleased that you all enjoyed your creative day with me and that you were able to have time to design and make mosaics at a relaxed pace, and most of all, that you had fun!"

Rebecca reviewed: Make a terrarium

"This workshop does not disappoint. The setting is so calming and lovely, as is Mel! We were guided step by step on how to make the terrarium and provided with a variety of plants and other decorative materials to assemble as we wanted. Highly highly recommended, great value for money and I will definitely be going back again!"

Atticus & Willow responded:

"So pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Thanks so much for taking part, your terrarium looked amazing and your company was a pleasure. Hope to see you again in the future."

Jane Jeans & Sue Fudge reviewed: Stone carving for beginners - Weymouth

"A thoroughly enjoyable, inspirational, friendly, relaxed and yet so well organised course with everything you needed provided. John is an excellent tutor. Sue and I have attended a lot of art and craft courses over the years and this is right up there as one of the very best. Complete novices with regards to Stone carving yet we came home with pieces we were proud of. Thank you John, we’ll be back!"

Sculptor John Davey responded:

"Thanks Jane, Sue the pleasure was all mine. You were both very good students, really enjoyed your company and energy, all creating a very enjoyable group dynamic. I,m both proud and humble to pass on my passion. Hope to see you soon. John."

Fiona Mowbray reviewed: Saturday Silver Clay Jewellery Workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin 9.30am - 12.30pm

"Really lovely way to spend a Saturday morning. It’s like magic the way the clay turns into silver jewellery"

Tuuli Parker responded:

"Thank you Fiona for taking the time to leave a review. It is greatly appreciated. I'm glad you enjoyed the workshop. Kind regards, Tuuli"