Latest reviews

Clarissa Parker reviewed: Half day glass fusing for beginners/intermediate

"I thoroughly recommend this course, Nicky was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and patience. On a half day course I was taught a variety of cutting techniques and provided access to many different materials. So much fun - if I could give more stars I would!"

Neal reviewed: Lino Printing Day with Oxford Linocut Workshops

"A great day's course with Claire. Everything planned and prepared to ensure we could all make the most of the time available. I would highly recommend it for anyone with an interest in printing."

Alison Gore reviewed: Seaglass jewellery workshop at Sea & Solder, Dorset.

"Absolutely beautiful day from the warm welcome to the final taking home my beautiful ring. Jules was on hand to take us step by step through the silversmithing process and help out when/if needed with kindness and patience. Lovely setting."

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

"I attended the one day hare workshop with my friend and we thoroughly enjoyed the day and the experience. We both came away with lovely moongazing hares much to our delight! Jo is a great instructor and ready to help when needed. The studio is light and airy and we enjoyed lunch in her lovely garden. We both thoroughly enjoyed the experience and highly recommend the course."

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Sharon. Lovely to see you and Rona after so Covid postponements ?. So glad it was worth the wait and you loved your splendid hares. Jo x"

Mary Tebb reviewed: Beginner’s Soapmaking Workshop in Salisbury

"This course was excellent. Catherine was very knowledgeable in her subject (she is a medical herbalist) and happy to share her experience with us. She had a great range of products to use with different oils, colours and scents so we could personalise our soaps. Everything was supplied and you get to take your soaps home. Would very much recommend."

Imelda reviewed: Relief carving & sculpture in hardwood with Alister Neville: a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Many thanks Alister and Annie. Thoroughly enjoyable and productive day! A new hobby has been found."

Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden and Barns responded:

"thank you Imelda for your kind comments, we're so pleased you enjoyed the course so much - Alister knows how to make it all happen ..enjoy your new found skills - onwards and upwards, as they say! :) "

Jack reviewed: Bristol Bronze Club - 2 day lost wax bronze casting workshop

"Superb course, Dave was a fantastic teacher, so much so that we only realised quite how complex the process was at the end after we'd finished, he explained everything very clearly and gave excellent instructions. I would highly recommend this course. Lunch was great too!"

Pete reviewed: Tiffany stained glass wild flowers workshop

"Fantastic course. You learn lots and are very content with what you produce"

Doreen Mills reviewed: Tiffany stained glass wild flowers workshop

"A really enjoyable day. The instruction, equipment and materials was first class. I managed 6 flowers and was pleased with the results. Can’t wait to try it again."

Jessica Santisteban reviewed: One-to-one 3 day lampshade making masterclass including business startup guide for crafters

"I had the pleasure of spending 3 amazing days at Moji’s studio in Brighton, England. I learned how to make the gathered and pleated lampshades - it was such a wonderful experience, I did not want it to end! I wish I had booked 5 days, so I will need to return for more classes in the future. Moji is a wonderful teacher, it's clear her skills and knowledge are honed from decades of experience. I appreciated all her business advice, she genuinely offers her wisdom to you. More than that, she is so enjoyable to spend the day with and we had a lot of fun together. I went home with 2 beautiful lampshades and I’m so excited to buy the supplies and start making more! "

Jo K Bloomfield reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"Hi Jo, I just wanted to thank you for your time and knowledge during the “candle making as a business” course on Friday last week. You were very welcoming and very generous with your skills and knowledge. I loved every minute of it from the lovely location and your workshop to the lunch which was delicious, I’m just sad I didn’t try the cake ! I have definitely learnt a lot and more importantly testing which was an unknown territory for me. I love the oil burner I bought and have very much enjoyed the candles I bought for myself too, energise is just lovely. You are very talented Jo. I’ll definitely be back when I’m ready for a 1-1. If anyone is contemplating booking this course… do it ! You most definitely won’t regret it. Thank you again and if I don’t speak before, have a wonderful holiday you most definitely deserve it. Warm regards Jo KB"

The White Candle Company responded:

"Thank you lovely and it's worth nothing, all the best candlemakers are called Jo! Welcome to the club xx"

Richard reviewed: Creating a Viking knife an introduction to forging and knife making at Bearded Pig Forge

"This was a fantastic introduction to blacksmithing, with Spike being a patient and empathetic tutor. It is hot and strenuous work. The day goes by really quickly. Spike is helpful, and in no way patronising to clearly struggling beginners (me!), and, at the end of the day, you leave with a functioning product. I'd recommend this course to anyone (but maybe consider going when the climate outside is slightly cooler!)"

Lyn Griffithe reviewed: Cyanotype and Monotype - Printmaking at Home

"Excellent course with very professional accompanying videos .Tutor happy to answer questions and with a friendly approach"

Scarlett Rebecca responded:

"Thanks so much Lyn! So looking forward to seeing you prints at the feedback session soon. "

Ollii Park reviewed: Wooden mechanical toy (automata) making

"Stef and I had an incredible day together working on a mechanical toy. His insight into the mechanics and his generosity left me beyond satisfied with what I had paid for. At the start of the day, I threw a curveball in his direction, discussing an entirely new mechanism for a concept I had, and without a beat, he jumped onboard, and we spent the rest of the day prototyping and creating a working concept for me to take home. I cannot thank Stef enough for his open thinking and expertise, an incredibly rewarding, enjoyable day and I will definitely be contacting him again! "

Penlan Crafts responded:

"I am the one that should thank you Ollii! I had a lot of fun designing and building something new with you. You are very creative, and a very skilfull craftsman, and it was a pleasure (and a challenge, sometimes!) putting my (limited) knowledge at your disposal for your new project. I’d be happy to continue exchanging ideas and to further discuss the concept… "

Sheryl reviewed: Container candlemaking course and wax melts with afternoon tea

"My daughter and I attended the Candle Making course on 31st July and really enjoyed it. What a lovely, friendly atmosphere and a perfect setting. Julie is a great teacher. There were clear and easy to follow demonstrations and we're over the moon with our makes. Afternoon tea was provided and was good. Also thanks to Janet who was assisting Julie. Can't wait to get started making our own candles to gift to friends and family."

Jim reviewed: Bristol Bronze Club - 2 day lost wax bronze casting workshop

"Great course, exciting and fun. Learned so much and came away with a couple of small bronze pieces. Dave was patient, knowledgeable, confident, imaginative and experienced; exactly the right combination for a supportive tutor :-) He's such a nice guy that he even cooked lunch for us! I'd recommend this course; it's a great experience. "

Ore and Ingot responded:

"Thanks, Jim for the lovely feedback. "

Brian & Anne reviewed: Fused Glass Coaster

"A really enjoyable course and a good introduction to working with glass paint. "

Louise E reviewed: Goats Milk, Oats & Honey Natural Soap

"Nice smell and lovely creamy soap."

Trish Gilbert reviewed: A one day felt making course designing and making your own pair of cosy slippers. in the Forest of Dean

"Excellent course. Everything explained clearly and lovely lunch"

Christine Waygood. Contemporary Textiles. responded:

"Thank you Trish, enjoy your slippers!"

Maureen Brown reviewed: Tree Stump Planter Workshop - Sculpture Workshop Using Pal Tiya Premium

"Hi all I did this course and what a great day the studio was spacious and the class was small. There was plenty of help. The instructions were clear but Bob and Joseph were on hand to help if needed. I am very pleased with my pot and now can't wait to do another course. Thank you Bob and Joseph for a great day."

Cath Westwood reviewed: Silver clay beginners course - Lori Ridgway

"Very enjoyable morning making some beautiful pieces of jewellery, highly recommend."

Hannah reviewed: Fused Glass - Taster

"Attended the course with my sister and my 10 year old daughter, we all thoroughly enjoyed it. Julie was very knowledgeable and ensured we created pieces that we could be proud of. A lovely way to spend a Saturday afternoon!"

Julies Handcrafted Glass responded:

"Glad you all had fun I did also ."

Ruth reviewed: Personalised leather bound journal workshop

"I had a brilliant day with Tracy making my leather journal. Tracy is a great teacher - she is calm, patient and knowledgeable. She made the day really easy and enjoyable, and the time flew. I am so pleased with my journal and have had loads of compliments from friends and family. Thank you Tracy and I hope to be back to try another of your courses."

Helen reviewed: Lino Printing Day with Oxford Linocut Workshops

"Loved this course. Powerful techniques taught very clearly. Great result after just a few hours. I'm definitely going to keep doing linocut and printing. Thanks so much Clare."

Simon Witt reviewed: Two Day Stone carving course, Gloucestershire (Cotswolds)

"Had a really enjoyable 2 days carving. Dave gave excellent instruction, hints and suggestions in a calm patient manner, and kept my somewhat over-ambitious project achievable with sage advice! The food from Kaye was delicious with a great selection of dishes at lunch, and lovely home made snacks to go with the tea-breaks - many thanks!"