Latest reviews

Andrea Woods reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"I can highly recommend geli printing with Liz. She was welcoming, very knowledgeable and supportive throughout the day. The course is thoughtfully structured with demonstrations and tips interspersed with practice time. A beautiful goodie bag to take home with your work is the icing on the cake. Slipper Studio is a fabulous venue, cosy due to the log burner and very inspiring with Liz's beautiful work on show. And with the added benefits of a studio cat, pristine facilities and chocolate biscuits, what more could you need. I can't wait to return for more."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Andrea, Thank you for taking the time to let me know about your day and thank you so much for your kind words. It was lovely working with you and I am absolutely stunned and sat here with a huge smile on my face. I love running workshops and get to meet such lovely folks. I am very fortunate to have such a great place to live and work and sharing it with other people is such a pleasure. It will be great to welcome you back, so hope to see you here in 2023. Best wishes Liz Wellby "

Sharon I reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"Had an absolutely fantastic day on the course last week and came home excited to book another session. Sarah was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful throughout the day making sure to spend time with each of us, answering any questions we had. She explained how the day would pan out early on and was really friendly engaging in conversation as a group so we could get to know each other. It was a lovely calm environment and I will most definitely book again as soon as I’m able to. Thank you for a lovely day! "

Elaine reviewed: ZZZ Stacking Rings - Jewellery Making Workshop

"Vicky was super lovely from start to finish. Very friendly with easy to follow directions to make some beautiful jewellery. I'm a total beginner and with her help I was able to make some beautiful rings I was really proud of. "

Bigbury Mint responded:

"Hi Elaine Thank you for your review and your comments, they are much appreciated, I have passed them onto Vicky who thanks you very much. Kind regards Dawn"

madeleine reviewed: SAORI Weaving Discovery Session

"Nicola is a wonderfully encouraging teacher who has worked out a way to get you straight into weaving... no overload of information, just gentle support and tips... loved the class"

Wayward Weaves responded:

"Thank you Madeleine! I'm really happy that you enjoyed the session, it was great to have you there. Hopefully see you again soon in the new studio...."

Jo reviewed: Beginners 2 sterling silver stacking rings Jewellery course

"Attended this course today as a total beginner with no experience and had a great day. Sarah was so lovely and welcoming, very relaxed and not rushed. I am so proud of my stacking rings and now have a much greater understanding of what it takes to make handmade jewellery. I would happily recommend Sarah's course as I had a lovely day... Thank you so much X"

Nathan reviewed: Beginners 2 sterling silver stacking rings Jewellery course

"This was a gift for my birthday and I have to say it was a really good experience. Sarah was very welcoming and explained all the steps/techniques perfectly. I would highly recommend "

Maya reviewed: Beginners half-day 1-2-1 pottery throwing workshop for 1 person

"Brilliant! I learnt absolutely loads and really enjoyed my course. Louise gave a demonstration, and then I got straight in making loads of my own pots, plates and bowls with helpful tips as I went. I really look forward to picking up my finished items soon. Many thanks Louise - I hope to be back again. "

Dyfan and Charlotte reviewed: Introduction to candle making workshop

"Such a well organised course with all participants having their own workspace and hob to make the candles. Pauline and the team were all so friendly and accomodating. Pauline’s passion for her craft really shines through. We learned a lot about making candles and also had lots of fun. We really hope to book again!"

Megan reviewed: Blacksmith experience day in Tilford, Surrey

"Highly recommend this - it was a really fun day! The metalwork itself was challenging enough to make it very satisfying, and Neil was encouraging and patient. It is quite physical, so be prepared for lots of hammering - very therapeutic! I learnt tonnes and would love to do more of this. The Museum of Water and Steam is great too - well worth a visit."

Hot Metal Works responded:

"Hi Megan, thanks for coming, I really appreciate you making the time. Hammering, who'd have thought.. :-) The Museum is great, a very well kept secret."

Tracy Drinkwater reviewed: Beginners half-day pairs pottery / ceramics workshop

"Absolutely loved my pottery course. Learnt so much and Louise was a fantastic teacher. If you have never tried pottery before I definitely recommend Blended Monkey. I'm Looking forward to more courses in the future. Thank you for a great morning "

Fiona reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"A great day with Jonathan beginning with the copper wire to gain confidence and then moving onto our main pieces of silver work. There was also the option to pay extra for a more substantial piece of jewellery. Within the course price the was the option of stacking rings, a bangle, pendant or earrings. My group were all very happy with our final pieces. "

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Fiona. Lovely to meet you both. Well done with your silver jewellery making and thank you for your very kind words. Jonathan"

Katie Timson reviewed: Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

"I thoroughly enjoyed the day I spent with Ed in his studio. He was instantly warm and welcoming and with a lot of care and patience, managed to find a mould-making solution to a problem that I’d thought for several years may be unsolvable. I was able to take plenty of notes, photos and videos of various parts of the mould-making process to help me make a more moulds at home and there were lots of tips along the way. Ed is a lovely teacher and I’d highly recommend him for mould-making tuition and expertise. I only wish I’d got in touch sooner! "

Kitty lockett reviewed: Knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"I really enjoyed this 1 to 1 learning experience. Ann was very patient with me and took me through the steps I needed to start knitting. Plus the venue is lovely. I recommend this course to anyone "

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you Kitty for your review. I am glad you enjoyed the experience and hope you continue with your new skill. It was a pleasure to teach you. Kind regards Ann"

Sarah reviewed: Felt Slippers

"Fun day with felt. Well thought out designs options and feedback from the tutor. Appreciated the copy of written out instructions to take home along with links for materials "

Emma Jackson (Silversoles - Felted Textiles) responded:

"Great to hear you enjoyed the workshop and found the notes useful. Enjoy wearing your slippers!"

kemal reviewed: Introduction to Furniture Restoration - Cambridgeshire

"I am a total newbie but Bill was so kind, sincere, and expert in his area that I felt I had the best chance to learn from someone who has that experience and is extremely helpful. I strongly advise this course! "

Lauren reviewed: A Creative Day Workshop (max 6 people for one price) - discovering or recovering creativity for work, home and life. Art in Suffolk

"I had never done something like this before and am so glad I did. The session was really inspiring. I loved every minute of it. I enjoyed the calm space to think creatively and had loads of fun too. Jane is the best teacher. Thank you. I wholeheartedly recommend this."

Jane Beaumont Art responded:

"Thanks Lauren. I'm delighted you enjoyed it and took inspiration from the session that got you thinking about your future. All the best "

Ilona reviewed: 3 hour Fused Glass Course With Glass Quarter Designs

"We all really enjoyed our afternoon with Charlotte. We were very glad we booked the 3 hour course, as once we got started we all had lots of ideas of things to make and didn't want the session to end. Charlotte was very helpful and encouraging. We can't wait to see how our items turn out after firing."

Cleo reviewed: 2 x 20cm Lampshade Making workshop

"Very enjoyable course, clear instructions, lots of help when required and I ended up with two lovely lampshades which will take pride of place at home. "

Bypoppyuk responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review, and I’m so glad you enjoyed the workshop and your lampshades will look amazing in your home! 💖 many thanks Poppy x "

David reviewed: French Polishing & Woodcare - Beginners Course - 1 Day

"Very interesting and informative day Well worth it"

Elise reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"Excellent experience suitable for complete beginners, really good explanation of techniques used through the session and hands-on guidance throughout. Steve was happy to answer all of our (sometimes stupid) questions but also gave us the space to complete the steps ourselves, all in all making it really feel like we have created the bauble instead of watching someone else make it and just decorating at the end. Overall an excellent experience, not too time-heavy or costly and left these 2 beginners feeling quite accomplished with our first glass makes!"

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you so much Elise for your kind review, we are so pleased you both enjoyed your experience with us. Regards The team at chew valley handmade glass "

Bernice Brewster reviewed: Private or private group silversmithing make a copper rose workshop at Silver Designed Personally

"We had a wonderful day with Sara thoroughly enjoying an afternoon of coppersmithing. Sara is a wonderfully patient tutor, carefully explaining the process of creating a copper rose. A truly enjoyable experience and at the end of the afternoon we all left with a beautiful copper rose. So inspired by Sara's workshop that we would like to attend a silversmithing workshop. Thank you Sara for a cracking afternoon!"

Silver Designed Personally responded:

"Bernice et al! Thanks so much for taking the time to write me such a wonderful review, truly appreciated. I had such a great afternoon with you all too and am really looking forward to seeing you all again to make some lovely silver jewellery. Thanks Sara "

Clive reviewed: French Polishing & Woodcare - Beginners Course - 1 Day

"This was a very intensive Course Day, with a lot to do and to absorb. Ollie is an excellent Tutor and takes you through the various steps in detail. He has a great sense of humour, which adds to the enjoyment of learning the skills of French Polishing, including the vital steps in preparation. It was hard work, but well worth it & thoroughly recommended."

Nan Jackson reviewed: Nuno, two person felted wool onto silk scarf course

"This is a brilliant course. Jo is a friendly and talented teacher so we all made beautiful unique scarves. "

Francis reviewed: Needle felted Owls for beginners

"My 12 year old son & I spent a very pleasant afternoon creating little needle felted birds. Jo's studio is bright, warm and full to the brim with materials to create with and her tuition is fun and informative."

Katie reviewed: Business candle making workshop - one to one

"Great couple of hours with Kerry learning some really helpful things. It was super to be in her gorgeous kitchen making candles with her."

Can To Candle responded:

"Hi Katie It was lovely meeting you and hearing about your plans."