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Nigel reviewed: Blacksmithing: make a candle holder

"Nigel thoroughly enjoyed the experience, the expertise given by the instructors was excellent and the food was lovely and plentiful."

Janie reviewed: Carving & sculpture workshops

"What an extraordinarily wonderful day - thank you Gareth. It was intense, fascinating and exhilarating (occasionally mortifying!!) but it has raised my self-confidence so I'm able to do it on my own. I have decades of learning ahead, and Gareth's meticulous tuition has really set me off down the track. What a great day - fabulous! Thank you again - beyond happy! "

Michaela reviewed: Stained glass garden panel workshop - Hampshire

"Wow, what can I say, brilliant course. With only three people on the course the help and personal touch from Rachel is great. Such a friendly atmosphere, all questions asked and answered. Everything explained every step of the way, including a little history about the craft. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is even a little bit curious."

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thank you Michaela, so glad you enjoyed your day :-)"

Ondrej reviewed: Wood turning - 2 hour taster session

"I really enjoyed the 2h course. As a complete beginner to wood turning I learned about tools and settings to use and had a great opportunity to make a small piece by myself. I highly recomend the session for anyone interested in wood turning without prior experience."

Anna L Nichols Furniture responded:

"Glad to hear you had a great time "

Catherine reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"This course was fun and I enjoyed learning a new skill. Richards explanations and instructions were very clear and detailed which will enable a beginner to start using resin for their own projects. I am really looking forward to seeing how my pour ends up when dry and after this course I decided to book onto the part 2 course to learn how to finish resin and wood projects."

Darren Nairn reviewed: Damascus knife making in Grassington

"Great course, Richard is a great teacher and very knowledgable. Thoroughly enjoyable course, highly recommend. I'll be back soon for the next course. Cheers "

Rachel reviewed: Fluid art - acrylic pouring

"Another excellent course from Eunice. Lots of fun and creativity. Informative and encouraging with useful post-course info. Thanks Eunice! "

Ian reviewed: Sharpening carving knives and axes

"I would throughly recommend this course for anyone wanting to learn the dark arts of knife sharpening. Robert was a great tutor, showing, explaining and guiding with clear and concise instructions. Where I was unable to follow a certain action, Robert offered another way that suited my abilities. Even though the course was for three hours, Robert continued on till I was familiar with the skills I required to sharpen my tools. Robert is a very knowledgeable and friendly person who made the course an enjoyable experience. "

Touchwood Glasgow responded:

"Thanks for the lovely kind words, Ian, it was a pleasure to work with you through the sharpening processes. Hopefully you've got a good idea how to keep your tools in ship-shape now. I discovered that you'd left a honing stone some days after our sharpening night - it was camouflaged in amongst all the woody things on my workbench, hence it escaped our eyes when you were packing away your equipment! I will keep it for you, and you can drop in sometime that suits you to pick it up. All the best - and thanks again ?? "

Fiona reviewed: One day stained glass workshop London for beginners and enthusiasts

"A lovely day spent in Tejal's garden studio learning the basics copper foiling. Good instruction and numerous hints and tips mean that I'm feeling confident to try this for myself and can't wait to get started ?"

Rabbit Family reviewed: Easter Bunny & Christmas Snow Hare Needle Felting Kit (Over Seas)

"I just received my package today and I’m excited to start working on the rabbits. I have a quilt that I need to complete for a new baby girl so when I get that done that’s my next project. thank you for being so prompt and sending it."

Art Felt Fibres responded:

"Hi! I'm so glad the parcel arrived safely to California - sending all the very best for your bunny makes! Do share a photo of your finished Rabbits! xxx"

Clare G reviewed: Half day glass fusing for beginners/intermediate

"A fabulous time, great location, brilliant course, thoroughly recommend. "

Denise reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing - Experimenting with Image transfer with Clare Cosens

"Another enjoyable experience learning new techniques using alcohol based inks acrylics and image transfers on my gelli plate. Todays workshop was great, a relaxed but very informative session. I would highly recommend any one trying it , it’s amazing what you can produce , and having Clare on hand to support with her expert knowledge is an added bonus. Thank you Clare , keep up the good work "

Clare Cosens Designs responded:

"Really pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Your image transfer prints looked fantastic! "

Lucy reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing - Experimenting with Image transfer with Clare Cosens

"A fantastic workshop that taught lots of different techniques. Clare is an amazing teacher and the small group sizes made for a welcoming and great atmosphere to learn in. A workshop I would highly recommend! Thanks Clare."

Clare Cosens Designs responded:

"So pleased you enjoyed the workshop and for taking the time to leave a review. Lots of fantastic prints with beautiful colour combinations!"

Jon Z reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"Top 1-1 day at the forge. Really didn’t know what to expect as it was a present but really enjoyed. Super relaxed but informative from Jon. I made a lovely kitchen knife to the shape I wanted. I felt totally safe in his hands and picked up some bits pretty quickly while others took a little more guidance. Be prepared as it’s a physical on your feet kinda day but that’s what I was expecting. Can’t wait to use the new knife in the kitchen."

Geoff Cooke reviewed: 1 Day Forged Knife Making Course with Ben (Bean) Lam

"Very good experience and very informative. Bean knew his stuff and was very helpful. This is a good test for your metal working skills, using traditional methods. Only niggle was no refreshments. Luckily I was staying on site, so on the breaks I was able to get something to drink. "

Rhiana Laws reviewed: Work of Iron | The Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"My husband LOVED his day with Jack Waygood - 100% recommend to anyone considering. Jack has trained all over the world and as an artist blacksmith, as well as architectural blacksmith has incredible talent. My husband really enjoyed his teaching and company and said he has an incredible set up and learned a lot. Thanks for a great day Jack! "

Brian reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"Really enjoyable afternoon. It was very informative. Will be experimenting at home soon. "

Jeff reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"We have just done the beginners course. A really enjoyable and informative session. We had lots of questions that were happily answered. I have a shocking memory and would of liked a handout with the step by step instructions. Can’t wait to have a go at home. "

The River Shop responded:

"Hi Jeff, Thanks so much for your review. Head over to our Patreon and todays class handout is available free of charge with our bronze tier. Hope that helps! Richard "

Steve stoker reviewed: One day salt or pepper mill woodturning course for two people

"Salt and pepper mill,. Many thanks Bill for a super day The instruction and demonstration was excellent, myself and Keith learnt loads and were both pleased with the items we produced. The facilities and equipment were first class. Your attention to detail and teaching was made very enjoyable Thank you and looking forward to booking another course in the future."

Paula reviewed: The Art of Drawing - half day workshop in West Wales

"Great half a day with Kate doing various things including contour drawings in her wonderful studio. She provided everything we needed and helped us to experiment using things we picked from the garden. Kate is very inspirational, it was a great session and I really enjoyed how it freed up my creativity and loosened me up. Thanks Kate! I would definitely recommend a half day (or more!) with Kate in her studio."

Coach House Studio responded:

"I'm so glad you enjoyed your drawing session, Paula. It was lots of fun having you both here! You produced a stack of fabulous work... Thank you, come again soon ?"

Debbie reviewed: Raku - learn the exciting art of rapid Japanese glaze firing

"This was a great day, and clearly Richard knows a lot about pottery and is generous with his time. We covered a variety of different Raku firing techniques and found the day really interesting and enjoyable. We also came back with a few pieces of Raku glazed pottery we can keep."

David Ham reviewed: 2-day blacksmithing courses

"This course was an excellent introduction to blacksmithing for a total beginner like me. The balance between good preparation and flexible learning was really good, and the pace was just right. We made three items over the two days, all of which will be useful in our home. Aaron is a really good teacher, whatever your ability. Highly recommended."

A and T Petersen Ltd responded:

"Thank you David for your lovely review. Really glad you enjoyed the course. Trudi "

Jac Kingsley reviewed: 5 Day Professional Furniture Refinishing Workshop - Traditional & Contemporary

"I’ve just completed a week long course with Ollie. It was a great experience from start to finish and I feel confident to continue restoring furniture as a result. Ollie is highly skilled and a great teacher. His years of experience means he can advise on and provide solutions for all kinds of unseen problems. I highly recommend him and his wonderful workshop."

Joan reviewed: Mini-Maker sessions - woodworking for kids at Ash & Co. Workshops

"My two granddaughters thoroughly enjoyed this class, a great experience for them Thankyou ?"

Ash & Co. Workshops responded:

"Hi Joan, thank you for your lovely feedback, so pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Many thanks, Jonty :-)"

Lewis Calder reviewed: Work of Iron | The Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"I bought this course to make some props for my Dungeons and Dragons game and I got exactly what I wanted, During which I made a Hook as a beginning project, A signet ring with a sun engraving and another project. It didnt feel too professional/strict, it felt very casual and calm and not that I had to rush to get it finished within a certain time. Jack was a kind instructor and gave me enough space to do it at my own pace without leaving me clueless as to what to do. I didnt have an exact design for what I wanted so when I got there we sketched something that fit what I wanted. I wasnt available for any of the given dates so we talked and were able to change it to a monday. Overall It was a very fun course and im glad I did it and now have experience in this skill, I will likely get it again sometime in the future"