Latest reviews

Angels reviewed: Hedgehog needle felting workshop

"A wonderful felting course in a wonderful location with wonderful people. I throughly enjoyed every minute of this very enlightening course. This was my very 1st try at felting, the tuition was excellent as were the refreshments and baked pastries. I came home with a rather long nosed, very cute, hedgehog who I wouldn't change one bit. I also purchased a felting rabbit kit which lays in a beautifully presented box waiting for its creation. Beware however, I believe like me, once you've been on this course you'll get the felting bug. Very much looking forward to visiting, learning and felting on my next chosen course here. You truly won't be disappointed - enjoy. "

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

"I recently attended Martin's glass fusion course for the 4th time because from my first time to this one, I have enjoyed, been challenged and was totally engrossed during it. I have no art experience but Martin shows you examples of things to copy or be inspired by. He positively encourages you to try your own ideas with and uses his expertise to tweak things. The only thing i ever need is more time, 5 hours fly by. Thank you"

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you ?"

Karen reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking with Gedwood

"Had a great time on this course. Excellent tutor. Came away with a usable item. Thoroughly enjoyed it. "

Gedwood responded:

"Thanks Karen, Glad you enjoyed it and hope to see you again on a course? "

Jude White reviewed: Spinning lessons one to one

"I would highly recommend Cath as a spinning tutor. My lesson was well organised, highly informative and, even though I’m a complete novice, I left feeling I had made real progress. Cath’s approach is patient, friendly and her enthusiasm is infectious. I’m looking forward to my next lesson very much. Thanks Cath for a brilliant hour. "

Beechwood Crafts responded:

"Thanks Jude, It was a real pleasure to share my enthusiasm with you. You spun a beautiful skein. I am looking forward to seeing you again best wishes Cath "

Claire & Liz reviewed: Cyanotype/Sun Printing Workshop

"Val was a warm and friendly host, we were so lucky to be able to use her expert knowledge to produce some unique artwork. She had a good balance between telling us how to make the cyanotypes and advising us, without influencing our designs. The cake and cookies were an added bonus, she's an excellent baker."

little blue hodgepig responded:

"Thank you both for joining me. I’m so pleased you enjoyed the course. Good luck with your onward cyanotype journey. "

Tom reviewed: Weekly Saturday morning art classes in Stockton Brook with Louise Adams

"I’ve been to a couple of sessions with Louise and so far it’s been excellent. Louise is so talented but very modest, friendly and welcoming. It’s a very supportive atmosphere and the rest of the group are really welcoming too. Whatever your experience I think anyone would gain a lot from attending. I highly recommend this group."

Stockton Brook Studios responded:

"Thank you Tom for your kind review. It makes me really happy that you are enjoying the classes. Yes, the group is lovely. We all learn lots from each other, and it’s fun to work together."

Ellen reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This was an excellent course, I thoroughly enjoyed it. Everyone was extremely welcoming and friendly. Great, informative teaching, delicious food and a really nice atmosphere. I can't recommend it enough. "

Mark Whitehouse reviewed: Stone Carving 'Gargoyle' Kit

"Fast delivery, even to me in the Scottish Highlands. Great kit with everything you will need. The only niggle is the instructions are not the best for reading the measurements, photo's are very dark. Over all great kit."

Southern Stone responded:

"Thank you for your review and feedback Mark. Have you already completed the carving? If not, please let me know and I will send you a PDF of the leaflet so you can see the measurements better. We will look to update these when next printing."

Helen Bagnall reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"Certainly one of the best craft courses I’ve ever been on, and I’ve been on lots. The teaching was perfectly pitched – you could work at your own pace but you never run out of things to do because there was so much available. It was a packed day with lots of colours and shapes and ideas. We came away having made several pieces of fused glass and absolutely delighted with what had achieved. "

Louise Diss reviewed: Make silver jewellery using precious metal clay or silver clay

"What an amazing day! We made some amazing pieces and toni was a brilliant teacher. Thank you "

CG Crafts responded:

"Aww thank you. It was lovely to teach you both. Happy silver making. Toni"

Ruth reviewed: Learn to make Roman Blinds - Worcestershire

"This was a really enjoyable course to do. Judi is so experienced, knowledgeable and helpful and gave really clear instructions as we made our own sample blinds. I'll definitely be doing another course with Judi and would recommend this course 100%."

Pat W reviewed: Pottery Hand building Mugs, Heskin, Chorley

"Excellent course, made to feel welcome. I have never done anything like this before, tuition levelled just right for total beginner. Would recommend this course to all levels of expertise."

The Crafty potter responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review, was lovely having you join us in the studio. Sharon x"

Fiona shone reviewed: Silversmithing workshop

"Kami is an excellent teacher, I had a great afternoon learning how to work with silver, kami gave me loads of clear instructions and did not take over. I came away with 2 rings and have now placed an order on eBay to continue trying!! Thank you Kami ?"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hey Fiona, thanks for a lovely review. It was great to see you already had some skills with jewellery making and showed me this with the beautiful details you added to your ring design. I'm so glad to hear that it has inspired you to continue being creative and can't wait to see what you make next! Wishing you all the best :) "

Barrie reviewed: Box making workshop

"I recently attended this workshop and had a fantastic day. It was a great experience to spend the day in a professional furniture making workshop and get to use the different machines, and with the expert guidance of Jake and Gaz, produce a very beautiful looking box. "

Samantha Kirkland reviewed: Loom weaving

"Julie provided a truly enjoyable workshop. She had taken the time to put kits together which made it so much easier and she took the time to support us individually where there were aspects we were struggling to understand. It was a really great atmosphere with a fabulous and supportive tutor and we would highly recommend any of Julie’s workshops. We are just thinking about which to do next ?"

Julie Hicks Textiles responded:

"Thank you Sam for such a lovely review !! Look forward to seeing you on another workshop x"

Gill Denney reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"What a wonderful course in an inspiring environment. Dawn’s workshop is full of gorgeous textile work. Really appreciated being able to take my own machine too. Dawn’s friendly & encouraging guidance was brilliant. Came away eager to develop my own skills in free motion machine embroidery. Thank you so much. "

Dawn Ireland Textile Artist responded:

"Hi Gill, So lovely to meet you at the workshop recently. I’m really pleased you enjoyed the day and are eager to develop your own skills using this great technique. Hope to see you again. Best wishes Dawn "

Claire reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"A completely brilliant and rewarding day spent making a beautiful bag. Easier than I thought it would be - thanks to the excellent tuition and having all the materials to hand. Can't wait to go again!"

Richard Elsey reviewed: Beginners half-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"The beginners half day workshop was excellent. The tuition provided by Simon was first class and felt that I learnt so much in the afternoon, thank you. "

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

"Hi Richard, So glad you enjoyed the session and learned so much. If you do take up the craft, don’t hesitate to get in touch if you need any help or advice. — Simon"

Sally reviewed: Log Bottomed Willow Basket

"This was a really enjoyable course. Rachael was very supportive and very knowledgeable. I liked being able to choose the weaving style and go home with a basket I am proud of. The venue was great and the wood fire and constant fire kettle brews added to the whole experience. "

Beki Murphy reviewed: Mosaic taster session @ White Stones Studios

"We had the best day with David guiding us step by step to create an amazing mosaic. I was so pleased with my finished piece. David has a wealth of knowledge and skills, and he is so encouraging. His workshop is incredible- like an Aladdin’s cave! Do this course - you won’t regret it! "

David Nicholls Art responded:

"Thanks for the great review Beki! So glad you enjoyed your day ?"

Leigh reviewed: Making Wax Wraps

"My mum and I really enjoyed this course, a great experience and got to go home with 4 wax wraps each (which are already in use!). Wendy is a very knowledgeable crafter, I highly recommend signing up, thank you!"

Chris Saunders reviewed: Birds on a wire - creating small sculptures in Derbyshire

"My overriding impression of the day was the expert and insightful teaching I received, so patient when clearly I was making heavy weather of things. So much so that in order for me to take home all 3 items Liz pre -prepared some stages i.e.”flat- pack” style. Thank you very much indeed "

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Chris, Thank you for taking the time to let me know about your day. It was a lovely day and a pleasure working with you, helping you develop your skills and understanding. Time can be against us in a workshop situation and I didn’t want you to leave without exploring and making each of the pieces. I’m picturing you on a winter’s evening, with tools to hand, making more wire birds and hanging wreaths, knowing that you’ve mastered all those skills. Best wishes Liz Wellby "

Charlie Poole reviewed: Natural dyeing - a taster day

"It was another wonderful day learning so much from Judy. It was a lot of information to take in but fascinating to discover what wonderful colours can be created from natural plants and it's given me a good basis to go ahead and start experimenting myself."

Judy P. dye - print - weave responded:

"Thanks Charlie, it was a pleasure to have you and your mom. would love to see your results when you have time to practice at home. Judy "

Rachel Britton reviewed: Drum Lampshade making at ShedLight

"I had a great morning online making a drum lampshade with Vanessa. I had never made one before but Vanessa made it a really enjoyable experience. I also really enjoyed being in my own home yet able to do something new and very creative (with expert help and advice). Not having to travel made it ideal for me. There was a great selection of fabric to choose from for my lampshade and all the equipment arrived packaged well and complete. Vanessa is so experienced and calm and the whole session was relaxed and fun. She passed on tips and tricks and what products to use for future lampshade making projects. The finished product is excellent and I completed it during one morning session."

ShedLight responded:

"So happy you enjoyed your course Rachel and it was a delight to teach you! Thank you for the lovely review ?"

D.Banistet reviewed: Border Collie needle felting kit

"There was lots of material in the kit. Even dogs eyes in the right size. Not easy to gind. Unfortunately the copies were not very clear and I had problems using them and one whole page was missing. It was one l needed most. This was noty first felting Project so I could manage but not sure about beginners. I would have been very happy if this all had been of s better quality. 3 stars this time. "

Bruceartandcrafts responded:

"Thanks for your review I can only apologise for the quality of the copies "