Latest reviews

Stephanie Maloney reviewed: Carve a spoon in a day

"Had a beautiful day in a beautiful setting, learning how to carve using axes and knives. Mike was so knowledgeable about his craft, and so patient, giving clear instructions, but also lots of 1 to 1 help whenever it was needed. There's something really magical, working a piece of wood with your own hands into something beautiful, and a great sense of achievement at having created it. Highly recommended."

Sarah Dalby reviewed: Creative Mosaic Making in-a-Day!

"Had a really great experience on Sunday making a Sunflower mosaic for my garden. There was so much choice with different materials - I could of made anything. The time went very fast disappointingly because I was enjoying myself so much. Highly recommend."

Creative Avenue York responded:

"You certainly utilised the variety of tiles in your sunflower and all of the colours and textures will look amazing in the sunshine! So glad you enjoyed the workshop."

Mehtab reviewed: Watercolour Painting Course - 10 x weeks - THURSDAY AFTERNOONS

"I enjoyed the painting and learning about watercolours. My tutor, Brenda delivered the art class at a comfortable pace and was very encouraging too."

Andrea Blood reviewed: Creative Mosaic Making in-a-Day!

"I wish all courses were as good as this one! Sometimes my expectations of courses are way higher than the eventual reality....but I'm delighted to say that this time my expectations were met, and exceeded! Lisa-Marie is an excellent teacher, with a lovely personality that exudes warmth. Her range of materials and reference materials is absolutely excellent - she literally has everything and anything you might need. We were 4 people in a class, all with different tastes, and everyone found materials that suited their projects perfectly. I will def look out for further courses run by Lisa-Marie. 10/10."

Creative Avenue York responded:

"Thankyou so much for your kind words Andrea. I'm so glad you enjoyed the workshop. I look forward to creating with you again."

Carl Henderson reviewed: Learn to turn in Snowdonia - taster course

"I found Les Symonds to very knowledgeable and helpful in this taster course. He, without a doubt, has excellent knowledge about wood turning. I will be returning for a further course in the future"

Pren responded:

"Thankyou Carl...I'm really pleased that you enjoyed your morning at the workshop."

Phil reviewed: Woodturning tuition in Wiltshire

"Andy’s communication skills before and during the course were very clear, positive and helpful. The workshop was well equipped and had multiple equipment and tools that the course required. He acted in a very professional manner and was insistent on both health and safety issues before the start of the course,. He made great efforts to ensure my understanding about the differing tools, equipment for beginners as well more experienced users, the procedures and skills required for woodturning. The course was done at a good pace and clearly he has the patience of a saint ensuring that if necessary there was plenty of practice time to gain the necessary basic skills. Thoroughly enjoyable and would attend again after a bit more practice. His good lady Mary provided multiple tea and cakes which were greatly appreciated!! Definitely a highly recommended course and tutor"

Justine melody reviewed: Coil pot workshop

"Lovely class of ladies with a brilliant teacher a great way to spend a morning I loved making my clay shell pot and will definitely be going to the next one"

Bob Makin reviewed: Weave a scarf in a day - handloom weaving

"Anne's course was both instructive as well as fun to be at. All the necessary equipment was at hand. It was an open time for questions about the weaving, as well as other related topics. The Craft House served us well also. Small size of class gave plenty of time for all the students to ask and receive help or instruction where needed. Anne's openness around her own history of weaving made the day not only enlightening, but also personable. You also ended up with a scarf at the end of it, along with further printed instructions for the correct finishing of the work. An excellent day of crafting and an excellent tutor."

Daniel reviewed: Introduction to green woodworking at Sallerton Wood

"Sallerton Wood is a truly magical place and Andy is it's wizard. I was gifted this course and I honestly could not have asked for a better gift. I had done a whittling course before and that doesn't even come close to how great this was. I truly left feeling connected to nature, educated and feeling reset by this wonderful place. Would love to return again and build upon what Andy taught so well. Thank you for a fantastic day and having me in your slice of the outdoors."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Daniel, for that enthusiastic review. It's great that you enjoyed the course so much, and the woodland environment in which it took place. It would be really good to see you back at Sallerton Wood at any time in the future."

Jessica reviewed: Mosaic/chat/create! with award winning mosaicist Emma Abel

"Thank you for an excellent introduction to mosaic design and creation. The workshop both met and excelled my expectations of learning to put glass tiles together; your encouragement made this possible. I am delighted with my completed White Admiral. I found the pace and delivery of information and technical instruction to be timed sympathetically with my progress which gave me great confidence. You guided, directed and helped me to achieve a completed mosaic whilst feeling I had learned and created."

abelmosaics responded:

"Thank you so much for this Jessica, your White Admiral butterfly was created with much diligent cutting resuting in a lovely mosaic."

Paula Nichols reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"Beautiful location. Easily understood instructions. Paul has an easy going manner that calms any nerves you may have about trying this craft. Unfortunately we didn't get to meet Natalie but her work is displayed in the studio & is inspirational. Under Paul's gentle guidance I was able to produce a piece of glasswork that reflected me and my art. Thank you."

David Morrall reviewed: Hand forged rustic knife course

"I had an excellent time making my very own knife, the instruction was excellent and the forge was brilliant. Really looking forward to visiting again."

Thaleia reviewed: Intro to 3D wet felting; make a small vessel using a resist with Purr & Wag It, Tabletop Workshops

"Had an excellent and enjoyable afternoon with Heather teaching us about 3D felting. Heather explained everything clearly and in detail. She helped us understand the reasons behind our actions and the properties of wool and how they can affect the end results. We all came away with beautiful felted vessels which will be proudly displayed. I will definitely continue to experiment on my own and mix wet felting techniques with needle felting and embroidery. Highly recommend this course."

Francesca reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"This is such an amazing experience! Bob is truly a master of his craft and has endless patience. This course gives you a great insight into the basic skills and allows you to try them out for yourself. Bob provides a good balance between letting you practice yourself and being there to guide you, which makes the day very hands on and rewarding. I would definitely recommend this course to anybody with an interest in blacksmithing, I had no experience whatsoever going in but Bob put me at ease and the time just flew by."

Alexandra Savage reviewed: Upholstery classes in Norwich

"Lee is a great teacher, helping each participant to bring the best out of their projects. Everyone is friendly and there's lots to learn from them too. Highly recommended!"

Caroline reviewed: 'First Steps' a Swedish weaving hand embroidery workshop with Sarah Boardman

"Sarah has a lovely personality, is kind and caring. She is an inspiring patient tutor. Since I did a First Steps Course I have gone on to make up my own designs and have lots of fun doing it. When I first looked at Sarah's work I said 'I could never do that'! I'm rather addicted to it now!! Glad I got over myself!"

JJC reviewed: Beginners Freehand (freemotion) Machine Embroidery Workshop

"Really inspirational course, lovely venue, friendly participants, all with a common interest. The teaching was excellent and we all came away enthusiastic to do more."

Kaye Parnham reviewed: Needle felt hare or other...or create a picture

"Attended a full day course and made the cutest bunny despite me being a complete beginner. Thoroughly enjoyed the class, Barbara very helpful and informative. Will definitely be doing another class soon. Thank you Barbara x"

Chris Witcombe reviewed: Upholstery Masterclass

"I have never done anything like this before and was not certain what to expect. Simeon immediately put me at ease and I was very pleased with the result of my project. It was a very enjoyable experience which pushed me hard as upholstery and sewing is new to me. Will definitely do it again."

Reloved Works responded:

"Hi Chris Ace to hang out with you, great job on your chairs! Hope to welcome you back to the studio in the future. Big thanks Simion"

Joyce P reviewed: Learn pyrography - The art of drawing with fire

"Excellent tuition from Lee, we started with mark-making techniques and progressed on to creating our own designs on a chopping board. You had the opportunity to be really creative once Lee had shared the basic techniques and exemplar. Came away inspired to do more pyrography in the future."

Lee Borthwick responded:

"Thank you for the wonderful feedback. Delighted you got so much out of the class Joyce- it was lovely to meet you. Look forward to seeing your future endeveours with pyrography."

Andy reviewed: Fused Glass workshops at Bere Alston, near Tavistock, Devon

"Wow! Wendy was absolutely amazing and so was the day! She is gifted, thoughtful, personable and inspiring. I bought the day course for my daughter who is at University Arts London and she absolutely loved it!"

John reviewed: Small Leather Goods Workshop

"This is my second course with Richard and I have one more in July. I would highly recommend this gentleman to everyone. He is very knowledgeable and gives everyone on the course the same amount of time."

Suzanne reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"Lovely half day with Barbara and as a complete novice made a very cute owl. Barbara very helpful and informative."

Nickie H reviewed: Introduction to Beekeeping - One Day

"Emails prior to day timely and provided all the necessary information. Excellent day, comprehensive introductory programme well presented and illustrated. Good pace. Chris took questions as and when and answered well. Venue convenient with plenty of easy parking. Refreshments were good, lovely cake. Plentiful and well spaced during day. Only downside was the weather which meant we couldn’t handle the bees but another session is being organised to compensate- thank you. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend it."

Caroline reviewed: A night (or morning/afternoon!) on the tiles: a 2.5 hour taster mosaic course

"The mosaic course was leisurely and enjoyable. The studio was spacious and comfortable with refreshments and cake available. Fiona was friendly, patient and supportive providing a comprehensive range of materials and designs, although you're free to create your own coaster designs. Highly recommend."