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Carole Howes reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"I’m not into crafting but wanted to give this a go as I love my garden and knew a willow sculpture would be a great addition to it. There were 4 ladies on my course. 3 of us opted for herons, which Kate said was usually the most popular choice, and the other lady wanted to make a dog. I knew I was not a natural willow crafter straight away, but Kate was always there to demonstrate and help me out. I came home with a beautiful heron which has been greatly admired and looks fantastic in my garden. Everyone went home with a unique piece of art that we had (mostly) made ourselves! A lovely day."

Kate Morrell willow sculpture responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind comments"

Maria-José reviewed: Candlemaking for Beginners

"My husband bought a session for my visiting sister and her 3 children as a present and we thoroughly enjoyed it! It was lovely to learn different candle-making techniques. The children loved to get to choose their own fragrances and colours and then take home the 5 candles they made. Rob was great with them and was able to explain things in an easy to understand way. Highly recommended."

Graham Hough reviewed: A whole day woodturning tuition

"My day of wood turning skills was amazing. My tutor Chris was fantastic he put me at ease from the first mintue. We talked about what i felt the course would give me. The opportunity to be shown on how to do craft skills was amazing on a one to one level i gain large amounts of knowledge which will help me moving forward.this was the course i needed Thank you Chris. Regarda Graham Regards"

Chris Parker Woodturner responded:

"Hi Graham Thank so much for your review. Im glad you enjoyed your day, if you need any further guidance i would be happy to help. Chris happy turning"

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

"My daughter and I had a great day, loved every minute Thank you Bernadette and Liz"

Pip Carr reviewed: Watercolours for beginners online course, by Sarah Colgate

"This beginners watercolour course was excellent. Very detailed written instructions and very clear and methodical videos demonstrating the methods. A lot of thought has been given to ensure that someone new to watercolour has all the information and knowledge they need to get going. The lessons built on each other well, reinforcing the techniques at each stage. Sarah provided very comprehensive and constructive feedback, ensuring I could improve and build on what I had produced. I cannot recommend it highly enough and I will be going on to do the Intermediate course later in the year."

Sarah Colgate responded:

"Thank you Pip, for your review. I am glad you were able to develop and build up your skills as you progressed through the course and found the course materials and feedback effective. I look forward to working with you again in September. Sarah "

Sheila reviewed: Business candle making workshop - one to one

"Really enjoyed the candle making course. Kerry is a great teacher and the course is laid back, fun and full of information."

Warren Woodward reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"The woodturning course is fantastic and highly recommended. I had a wonderful day of woodturning under Simon's expert tuition. The day passed too quickly, and I could have happily stayed longer making more pieces and honing my beginner's skills. A great lunch and refreshments are also provided. I want to do it again."

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

"Hi Warren, Thanks for a great review - you're welcome to visit again and it would be great to see you. Happy turning! -- Simon"

Sarah Brabbin reviewed: Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

"Ed, a thoroughly nice chap showed me how to create a plaster mould from one of the little ceramic birds I had made. Although a simple 2-part mould, it wasn’t as daunting and technical as I had imagined it would be, it all made perfect sense and I left with a sense that I could give it a good go on my own back at the workshop."

Cristina reviewed: Candlemaking for Beginners

"Un taller entretenido y relajante que hemos disfrutado tanto los adultos como los niños. Hemos hecho velas con técnicas distintas, cada uno usando su creatividad. El profesor, Rob, sabe hacerlo fácil y es muy agradable."

The Wax Studio responded:

"Hi Cristina, Thanks for the kind review - here is the English translation for those who need it! 'An entertaining and relaxing workshop that we have enjoyed both adults and children. We have made candles with different techniques, each using their creativity. The teacher, Rob, knows how to make it easy and is very nice."

Zenya Human reviewed: An Introduction to Pyrography Wood Art with Ruth Wheeler

"What a fab day spent in a beautiful location, Ruth was lovely, so helpful and creative. I enjoyed it very much and if I get the chance I will definitely return. ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️"

Sculpt IT - Ruth Wheeler Art responded:

"I loved your energy and enthusiasm and I would love to see your finished pyrography on your egg sculptures. Hope to see you again."

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

"I attended the beginners fused glass course. It was really well organised and each person had the materials and individual work space. I would recommend this workshop and will attend further workshops to learn more. Loved it and the items I produced."

Mike Double reviewed: Glass blowing day experience

"Had another great day out at Chew Valley Glass. Have been hooked on having a class of glass blowing.The experience was so enjoyable and fun with all the experience and patience of Chris . Every step of the process was explained and helped to achieve a remarkable end product we created together. The shapes and colours are created then patience is needed to see the end products. After cooling they are available to take home to show friends. Hopefully they will encourage people to book and enjoy the experience."

Bransfield Glassmakers responded:

"Hi Mike - I think you probably wanted to post this review on another glassmaker's page, not ours?"

Alistair Pring reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"Firstly my apologies it has taken me this long to leave a review - not sure where the time has gone. I have nothing but good things to say about Kate and the course. She and her husband were very welcoming and the environment for doing the course, in a tent in their beautiful garden, is amazing. I could have quite easily sat in their garden for the afternoon with their dog and enjoyed their company and the sunshine, let alone doing the course. My wife and I both did a heron each and we were amazed that we were able to create something so large in just one day without much of a clue what we were doing! Kate was an excellent teacher and was supportive of my at time haphazard efforts and always willing to help un-wonky my bird! It was a willow wedding anniversary present and we both thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you again!"

Rachelle reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"Had a great day doing the blacksmithing experience day, chris is a great teacher. He is very friendly and patient, hapoy to answer all questions. He is very passionate about blacksmithing and his enthusiasm is infectious. Highly recommended!"

Susannah reviewed: One Day Copper Foil Workshop For Beginners

"What a lovely mindful day! Relaxed, learnt lots of new things, brilliant company from Ruth and a left with a wonderful momento to keep. Highly recommended, and I look forward to going back to do another course soon. Thanks, a really perfect experience!!"

Ruth Mullan Stained Glass Artist responded:

"I am so pleased to hear that you did manage to relax on your day/week off and that you enjoyed your copper foil experience with me in my studio learning new skills. I really loved the little heart you made and the colour combination you chose. I look forward to seeing you again Susannah on a stained glass workshop! ??"

Nick P reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"This course was inspirational, I have been looking forward to it for a long time and I was not disappointed. Andy is a fantastic teacher ensuring that we all acquired the necessary skills in a gentle and positive way, giving enough guidance but not so much that learning opportunities were lost. Even in the rain Sallerton Wood was a dreamy place with Andy's structures blending in perfectly. I now really have the green woodworking bug and am planning my very own bodger's shelter to be followed by a pole lathe. I will be booking an 8 day chair course next as I would love to learn about steam bending"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Nick, for that kind review; much appreciated. We're delighted that you enjoyed the course so much. Glad to hear that you like the timber-framed structures at Sallerton Wood that have been made for the courses there. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sallerton Wood for a chair-making course. In the meantime, enjoy using the shave horse that you made on the recent course at Sallerton Wood. "

Claire Sutherland reviewed: French Polishing & Woodcare - Beginners Course - 1 Day

"As a total beginner to any sort of furniture restoration this was the ideal workshop for me. I wanted to understand how to smarten second-hand furniture that I bought from charity shops. Just for me, not as any kind of business. Oliver was able to explain how to French polish, step by step and provided excellent pre course notes with all the materials needed. He also emailed me afterwards a specific list of what to buy and what I could leave out as I'm not planning only doing loads of furniture. I took 2 small pieces of furniture, one was in need of too much repair to French polish as a beginner, but Oliver showed me how to wax it, so I went home with that improved too. Good fun day, would recommend!"

Michelle Ruddock reviewed: Upholstery for Beginners Workshop - in Cheadle, Gr Manchester

"Hi Jo Just wanted to say a big thank you for today. I've had such a lovely time. You made me feel so relaxed and I loved our chats. Great company. The workshop was brilliant and I am so pleased with what I have created within the space of a few hours. You are so patient, attentive and very knowledgeable. Thank you to your Mum for the scrummy cakes too. You will definitely see me again."

The Boho Shed responded:

"Michelle!! What a gorgeous review. It was so lovely to meet you. Thank you too for such a wonderful day. I’m so pleased you enjoyed it as much as I did. I look forward to seeing you again soon. I’ll pass on your compliments to Mum. ??"

Jenny reviewed: Premium experience package dry stone walling for beginners

"A most enjoyable time spent with my work colleagues. Built a beautiful section of Dry Stone Wall with the expertise guidance from Carl. All done in such a fun and relaxed manner. Sharon's delicious food kept us all fueled throughout the day. Plenty of liquid refreshment too !!!!!!! Highly recommend this Course. Leave the stress of the Office and your mobile phone behind you. Get outside in the beautiful Peak District...learn a new skill and surprise yourself. Thankyou both so much for an amazing experience ( except for that one annoying stone right at the end )!"

Amy reviewed: Online natural bath bomb making course

"I did the online version of this course this morning - it was hugely enjoyable, and I learnt a lot! I will definitely be making more of the bombs for pressies for friends and family! The kit for making the bombs was posted out to me and then you just need a couple of extra bits you would typically have in your kitchen. The course was fun, but clear to understand and Leoni was super knowledgeable! Would recommend *****"

Madie reviewed: Stepping Stone Mosaic Making Workshop - Reveley Lodge Gardens, Bushey Heath, Herts

"Another great workshop! It was in a beautiful location, and it was nice and relaxing to sit doing a mosaic piece for the day. Audrey was really helpful and guided everyone through the process, including some people who were complete beginners. I am looking forward to future workshops."

Olivia Nurrish reviewed: Bespoke Photo-encaustic workshop

"Lyn is an extremely good tutor, giving you total one to one attention, explaining and guiding you through a number of different techniques in this fascinating and versatile medium. In addition to the tutorial she spent time in advance of the workshop preparing my photographic material for use in my painting. Lyn is super enthusiastic, very knowledgeable and good fun, the day was a delight and I would recommend her course highly to anyone from a beginner to someone wanting to extend their artistic practice."

Contemporary Encaustic Wax Workshop with Lyn Kirkland responded:

"Olivia it was a pleasure to teach such an enthusiastic student. Your grasp of the nuances of encaustic wax was really very quick. I do hope that you are happy with your finished piece and that you continue to experiment…or perhaps come back for another workshop! ?"

Olivia Nurrish reviewed: Bespoke Photo-encaustic workshop

"Lyn is an extremely good tutor, giving you total one to one attention, explaining and guiding you through a number of different techniques in this fascinating and versatile medium. In addition to the tutorial she spent time in advance of the workshop preparing my photographic material for use in my painting. Lyn is super enthusiastic, very knowledgeable and good fun, the day was a delight and I would recommend her course highly to anyone from a beginner to someone wanting to extend their artistic practice."

Michael reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"A very warm welcome by both Louise and Simon when I attended their wood turning beginners course. The day was well planned, clearly presented and structured to your own speed of learning and your ability to execute the various techniques. All equipment was of a high quality and safe standard. A most rewarding day backed by clear and precise supporting notes. Wonderful hosts. I would definitely be happy to recommend this course.."

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

"Hi Michael, Thank you for such an honest and heartfelt review! We're so glad you enjoyed the day and that it met your expectations. Do get in touch if you need more guidance; we hope the notes are useful. -- Simon & Louise"

Nick Whitehead reviewed: French Polishing & Woodcare - 2 Day Beginners/Intermediate Workshop

"Ollie is a very good teacher, able to tailor his level of input to your skill level. I have been woodworking as a hobby for many years and learnt some important new skills. Highly recommended"