Latest reviews

Naomi reviewed: Paper Making - Hand Made Recycled Paper

"My husband and I had a great time on Wendy's paper-making course to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Wendy had everything so well organised, and she explained really clearly how to do each step, along with demonstrating it for us before we then had a go. We came away with some lovely pieces of handmade paper, and we plan to make some more here at home! "

Fiona reviewed: Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

"The best glass course that I have been on. Steve is very generous with his knowledge and advice to help you get the best out of the course. It was a wonderful day that flew by too quickly! Lunch was a great treat in a pub garden, I cant wait to go on another course with Steve in the near future."

Andrew M reviewed: Spoon Carving with Touchwood Glasgow

"I had a memorable day at the woodcarving course on 6 August. The company was good, the mood relaxed and Robert was very generous with his knowledge and patient with his instruction. Altogether, a great way to spend the day and a terrific souvenir to take home. If you're thinking about it, do it . . . this course will enlighten you."

Tonia reviewed: One day leather bag making workshop

"My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our day with Rosanna. She was a patient tutor and we were both delighted to learn new skills. We are really pleased with the finished bags that we have taken home. We are hoping to book another course soon!"

Gill reviewed: Marvellous Mosaic one day workshop

"Had a great day on the Marvellous Mosaics course. Very relaxed atmosphere with the right level of support and instruction. I would happily recommend this course to anyone who has ever fancied having a go at making a mosaic. "

Lindsey Kennedy Portfolio responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review and I am so pleased that you enjoyed your day creating mosaics. It was great to see your design develop through the workshop and that I provided the support to do so. If you pursue the craft further I would love to see photos! "

Juliet W reviewed: Double-Sided Lampshade Making

"Went to the lampshade making class with my sisters and it was fantastic. We learned the whole process and they looked amazing. Will definitely be making more now at home. This is my second course with Wendy, the first being soap making (again highly recommend) and have booked on for the beaded snowflake course! "

Jane, Christine and Sue reviewed: Heritage Embroidery - Stumpwork Two Day Workshops

"Rosemarys stump work course was most enjoyable and achievable . She made us feel relaxed and gave us confidence which enabled us to learn and produce a piece of embroidery we were all pleased with . Would highly recommend . "

Heritage Embroidery responded:

"Thank you so much for your review, it certainly was a relaxed and fun two days in which you all achieved so much. Well done all of you!"

Georgia E reviewed: Double-Sided Lampshade Making

"Fab! This is our second course at the little craftery and have our third booked already. Definitely going to use the skills learnt to replicate at home! Thanks Wendy"

Fiona McG reviewed: Lino Printing Day with Oxford Linocut Workshops

"Had a lovely day at Claire's lino printing course yesterday. Great setting, great instruction and great company! I learnt a lot in a short time and have been inspired to continue experimenting with the techniques that Claire so expertly taught. Definitely one of the best 'art' courses i have attended. "

Robert Laws reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I loved the challenge of tackling something completely different and never tried before, Sebastian was great with demonstrating techniques and advice on how to achieve what I was carving. The fellow participants were lovely and there was encouragement and friendly chat throughout the 2 days. I came away feeling that the course had provided me with something to be proud of."

Ann F reviewed: Potters wheel experience

"Viv was a superb and patient teacher. She encompasses the basic skills to produce something you can actually use! I would highly recommend it - even a complete beginner like me! Plus the other little workshops are lovely to browse too! I would recommend treating yourself to a new skill and lovely company. "

Rick P reviewed: Forge a Knife- Blacksmithing and Knifemaking Experience Day

"A brilliant day! Jon is a great teacher and the course was well paced and structured. He explained each stage, demonstrated as required and then coached me through the various stages in the knife making process. Definitely a course I would strongly recommend."

Penny reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I attended the stone sculpting course over the weekend of 6th/7th August. There were 6 of us on the course with varying levels of art/craft experience but all stone sculpting beginners. We started with the basics, the tools, how to use them and had a trial piece of stone to try them out on. Everyone had an idea of what they wanted to create. After about two hours Sebastian helped us select a stone for our 'creations'. The rest of the weekend was spent producing our piece of art with as much help from Sebastian as needed - I needed quite a lot! We had great weather so there was plenty of space to work in his somewhat quirky environment. It was great fun and everyone produced a sculpture that was more than good enough to display in the garden at home. I would definitely recommend this course."

Matt Kennedy reviewed: Hand forged rustic knife course

"An easy 5 stars. Friendly and relaxed, yet still very professional and knowledgeable Would highly recommend this course and Andy in general. Thanks."

Andy Robinson reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"What a fantastic day! Throughout the day Steve was full of advice and tips, very patient while we made mistakes and then worked out how to fix them. Every step of the way telling us why we were doing something and what the outcome should be. Great experience and can thoroughly recommend it."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Andy Thank you very much for your review, I'm really glad that you enjoyed yourself so much. I hope you'll use your knife and get the very best out of it. Kind regards Steve"

Chris Little reviewed: Three-day stone carving course

"Miranda is a wonderful teacher who differentiates well to match her teaching to each students needs. I will probably book another of her courses. "

Emily V reviewed: Watercolour painting workshop at Back Room Art Stourbridge

"Before this course I had not painted since school & had not got a clue where to start. But now I feel so confident. Learning all the techniques & equipment types was great. Recommend to anyone, I had a lovely time meeting new people too."

Back Room Art responded:

"Hi Emily Thank you for your lovely review. It was great to see your confidence grow within the workshop and your final painting is amazing. Many thanks Back Room Art "

Sharon reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Chillington Hall

"My second course with Miranda and it was brilliant. A great teacher, so patient and I was really pleased with my finished piece. Miranda also welcomed my 15 year old neice who had a fantastic time on her first sculpture course. Many thanks. Highly recommended!"

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for the review Sharon, glad you both enjoyed it. "

Nigel Marsh reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"If you're looking for a wooden box making course/introduction then this is the one! Mark is a great tutor and has an excellent workshop. You get to learn a lot in 2 days and use a wide range of techniques and tools. Mark is very encouraging and gives you the confidence to do most of the work yourself. I was more than delighted with the box that I made, it actually looks professional! I'll hopefully be back for more courses in the future and in the meanwhile buy some tools to work with what I've learnt. Thanks very much Mark for such a great weekend; really enjoyable and relaxing."

Christine reviewed: Copper wire jewellery Workshop

"This is an amazing learning experience. Kamsi clearly knows her craft and has the experience and patience to pass on what she knows. Very thorough going through everything from the best tools to levels of difficulty. I am really pleased with my progress today, I have learnt so much more than by watching a video. I will be returning to upgrade my skills and try something new. A highly recommended course. Thank you"

Mya Designs responded:

"Hey Christine, thanks for a lovely review and it's been a pleasure to teach you. I'm so glad you found the techniques useful learning to curl and form the wire to wrap around the lovely gemstone you had with you. I can definitely see an improvement from the original picture you sent me. I love your final piece especially with the 3 sizes of coils you used around the bail, bringing delicacy and balance against the larger stone, beautiful combination! Thanks so much for coming to my workshop and hope your journey home was smooth. xxxx"

Tor reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Brilliant. Loved every minute of it and came away with some that resembled what I had in mind. Thank you Sebastian."

Tatiana Christides reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"We have just spent two wonderful days creating beautiful sculptures under the kind and inspired guidance of Jo. This was a Christmas present from family and we enjoyed every minute - stunning location, fun music while we worked (Jo just seemed to know our favourite era), interesting conversations and at the end two sculptures in the garden that are enjoyed by us and visitors. Happy memories for ever! "

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you so much Tatiana ?. Really enjoyed having the family in the studio. Your leaping bengal cat and Scott's crane were fabulous. I expect the copper & bronze patination will continue to evolve. Thank you for sending the photos of them settled into the garden - I hope they bring enjoyment long into the future. Jo x"

Jane reviewed: Stained Glass Traditional Leading Workshop for Beginners

"This was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, with all participants achieving a very pleasing result - me included! You do need stamina (as does the tutor) - this is a full-on, eight hour course, but it was excellently prepared, well structured and with all materials to hand, and a good lunch provided. I am certainly glad I attended. "

Vitreus Art responded:

"Many thanks for your review Jane! We’re delighted you’re pleased with your garden panel. M&J"

Linda Huckvale reviewed: Willow Deer Sculpture Workshop

"A very enjoyable day, working in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The course was well organised with refreshments and all materials to hand, Rachel's instructions were clear and everyone was engaged and allowed sufficient time to complete each section before moving on. To come away with a finished product was a real treat."

Tracie reviewed: Solid silver precious metal clay jewellery making courses

"Hannah was a delight to have as a teacher, very knowledgeable. Throughly enjoyed from start to finish. Her input was great, showing me ideas and explaining what could and could not be done. Nothing was too much. So proud of what I had made, would definitely recommend. "