Latest reviews

Ada reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"Not one to write reviews but thought this is worth it. I attended the two days course and had an amazing experience. Jason and Louise created a very friendly atmosphere for learning. I definitely will be back !!"

Diamond Awl Leather Workshop responded:

"Hello Ada Hope you are well and thank for your kind words. If you need anything or guidance, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Regards Jason"

Jill reviewed: Willow sculpture at Larkswold

"What a lovely place to go to for a course. Looked after throughout the day with drinks, cakes and a delicious lunch. Kate helped us to make amazing willow sculptures. My heron looks majestic in the garden. Can’t believe I made that in a day. Thanks to all involved for a wonderful day."

Larkswold responded:

"Thank you so much Jill - we’re happy to hear you enjoyed the day! Hope to see you again. Emma"

Moyna reviewed: Introduction to Natural Dyeing Workshop, Mere, Wiltshire

"I spent a wonderful day yesterday in the middle of the Hampshire countryside with a lovely small group of fellow dyers. Claudia shares her knowledge and experience freely, with ease, fun and enthusiasm. She obviously loves her subject. Her tuition is spot on - easy to follow with lots of examples and encouragement to be hands on. The practical experience was well set out and we each produced a different dye bath - it was fascinating to see the colours develop. I learnt so much - I came away with exactly what I wanted from the day - enough knowledge to encourage me to carry on at home, but not too much technical information that could put you off 'flying solo'. Good straightforward information booklet to take home and lots of contacts and suppliers to stock up. I loved it and would recommend this day to everyone."

Elka responded:

"Thank you so much Moyna for taking the time to leave a review, it's so helpful to gain feedback. Thank you also for your contribution to the workshop, it was lovely to meet you. Best wishes, Claudia."

Kay Ryder reviewed: Make silver jewellery using precious metal clay or silver clay

"Absolutely loved my day with Toni, she is very patient with excellent teaching skills. First time for me using silver clay and I made some beautiful earrings to treasure. I was also very interested in the other courses that she ran and will be looking into these to book with friends. All in all a good day that made you feel you had accomplished something special, with Toni there guiding you. 5 stars from me *****"

Lynne Vowles reviewed: Simple Frame Basket with Windrush Willow

"I have just attended the plant support course. What a fabulous day. Richard was brilliant at explaining everything and showing us what to do. We started working in the barn as it was more sheltered but eventually moved outside into the sunshine. We ate our packed lunches sitting under the shade of some willow trees and were later treated to a great lemon drizzle made by his wife Sue. It was wonderful to be able to come home with two amazing and different plant supports. Richard was always on hand to help out when I needed reminding how to do the weaving or if a stronger pair of hands were needed. I had slightly achy hands by the end of the day but a small price to pay for such a fabulous experience. The plant supports are currently in the garage just waiting to be treated before putting outside. Can't wait to see my sweet peas growing up the tall one. Thanks for a great day Richard."

Karen and Graham Brett reviewed: Glass bottle cutting for beginners - Sittingbourne

"We really enjoyed the glass bottle cutting workshop today. Janet and Claire are both excellent tutors, very patient and eager to ensure everyone gets the best out of the day. It feels amazing when your first bottle accurately breaks apart and everyone cheered when it happened! We are so pleased with the glasses we made and these will be well used. All in all, the day was very relaxing, informative, well organized and enjoyable. Thankyou Janet and Claire!"

Phil Grimley reviewed: Come Frame With Me - Making your own Picture Frame

"Had a fabulous day with Ady in his studio. Great to get an insight into framing, to get something quite sentimental to me framed up and ready to hang and check out all the awesome fast jet stuff on the walls (and his daughter Katy’s stunning artwork too!) Plasters provided free too! A great day and I’m super proud of my frame."

Studio 93 Framing responded:

"Thanks Phil, great to have you over today and great to see your finished frame too. Hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend in Norfolk!"

melanie egleton reviewed: Resin Art Experience

"Amazing course, Eunice was brilliant and we all came away with pictures we were really proud of. We can’t wait to do another course."

Eunice J. Friend responded:

"Thank you Mel, great to meet you and your sisters, I would love to see you back again in the future. Keep going with the resin, you have the magic touch"

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

"I spent an amazing day with Jo learning how to make a hare. Jo is a wonderful and patient teacher who gave me confidence in my skills to make a beautiful hare! The studio is set in Jo’s beautiful garden a lovely setting for some of her work, and a perfect place to learn an art skill. I am so proud of my moon gazing hare and look forward to returning to make other items with Jo. Thank you for a perfect day"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"Thank you Angie ? We had a lovely day in the studio and well done on your fabby moon gazing hare ??? Jo x"

Andrew reviewed: Glass blowing course - taster

"What a wonderful day, highly recommended!! Another thing knocked off my list ? Under the expert eye of Steve and Chris... made several items and surprised myself... enjoyed it so much added the make a bauble too ? thank you!"

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you Andrew for taking the time to leave us a review, we do appreciate it. We are pleased you enjoyed your time with us, It was lovely to meet you. Regards Steve & Chris"

Jackie reviewed: Silversmithing Jewellery Making Course: Level 1 (7 weeks - Midday - Merseyside)

"I have just finished the level 1 course and feel like I have learnt loads of new techniques. I will be attending the level 2 in September. Thank you, for teaching me all the techniques I’ve learnt."

ANETTA reviewed: Upcycling Paint & Paper Decoupage Furniture Workshop Experience: Spend Two Days with ReVamp Boutique

"This 2 day Upcycling Decoupage course was fantastic! Sarah is an excellent tutor and takes time to explain each stage of the course. We were all made very welcome. I really enjoyed upcycling furniture giving it a fresh look. Lessons with Sarah gave me more confidence in myself. Highly recommend to anyone! :)"

ReVamp Boutique responded:

"Thank you Anetta! So glad you enjoyed your two days with us! You are now armed with the skills to create beautiful furniture yourself at home. I look forward to seeing them and hopefully seeing you again at another of our workshops in the near future! Best wishes Sarah"

Chris Roberts reviewed: Beginner's Quilting Day "Wonky Donkey" with Sew Forest of Dean

"This was definitely the best course that I have been on to date, and I’ve been on a lot. Jen made me feel relaxed immediately. She gave everyone the help and attention they needed. The day was well paced ensuring that we all came away with the knowledge and skills to finish our quilt at home. In addition there was delicious cake! I thoroughly recommend this course to everyone. Thanks Jen for a great day."

Sew Forest of Dean responded:

"Thank you so much for your lovely review Chris. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day and I'm pretty sure you're finally going to get your first quilt finished! Thank you for a lovely day, happy quilting ?"

Ruth Williams reviewed: Furniture Painting Workshop (levels 1&2 techniques covered) in Warrington, Cheshire

"My day was a birthday gift and who better to share it with but my sister. We had a great day with Jo. She was so informative and patient with us. We took a shabby nest of tables and came away with lovely light, bright tables that look stunning in our conservatory. I would highly recommend this course to anyone. Thanks Jo."

The Boho Shed responded:

"It was a pleasure to meet you and your lovely sis Ruth and thank you for travelling so far to come to the workshop. I'm so pleased you felt it was worth the journey. You made such a lovely job of your tables. Thank you for your kind words. x"

Ellie reviewed: Beginners 2 sterling silver stacking rings Jewellery course

"Thank you Sarah for a fantastic morning. The workshop was brilliantly structured and we thoroughly enjoyed the challenge of making our own silver rings! We were made to feel very welcome and are thrilled with our creations. A brilliant mother, daughter treat."

rebecca francis reviewed: Glass Fusing: Garden Sculptures

"Huge thank you to Shirley for her expert tuition and patience with a complete novice. Thoroughly enjoyed the day and would highly recommend to all. Can’t wait to see my finished pieces"

Micklems Farm Creative Workshops responded:

"Thank you Rebecca, we're delighted you enjoyed your day at Mickelms Farm and we'll forward your kind feedback to Shirley. We hope to see you again soon!"

Val reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"What a lovely way to spend 3 hours. Dave was welcoming, his instructions were spot on and he was helpful and patient. Couldn’t believe I actually made a spoon. Don’t just think about it, go give it a go, it really is a great experience"

Della reviewed: Folk art painting

"What a fabulous course. We had a wonderful morning and learned some brilliant new skills. Debbie made everything seem achievable and we came away with some gorgeous makes."

Cake & Create responded:

"So glad you all enjoyed yourselves. You created some beautiful decorative candles ? and gorgeous folk art cards x looking forward to teaching you the comma stroke next ?"

Glenis Cheesman reviewed: Fused Glass Free Standing Wave

"My daughter and I had a wonderful Day. Jo was very supportive and helpful, offering just enough advice for us to achieve really good results."

Turner Rowe Art Centre & Gallery responded:

"It was my pleasure! I enjoyed our session and hope to see you again soon :)"

Eyglo reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"I loved this course! The tempo was good and there was a good balance between pigment and pattern. The teaching comes from deep wisdom and knowledge. SAOG Studios is 360 degree impressions of beauty and mystic knowledge - very stimulating. You create a soft atmosphere and are very good listeners and teachers. A great week that brought many elements of life into one."

Katie reviewed: Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern at SAOG Studios

"It has been such an amazing week! I have learnt so many things about colour and the alchemical process. I so enjoyed the geometry meditations at the beginning of each day. Both Daniel and David added intriguing stories, poems and information that made the course so unique. I'd recommend to anyone!"

Eleanor reviewed: Weaving the cosmos: sacred geometry and hexagonal weave basketry

"I just wanted to thank you for a wonderful day yesterday . It was really enjoyable, and I love my basket and ball! It was great to meet you and learn more about sacred geometry. It was a very welcoming and relaxing environment and the other students were all lovely. Thank you again"

Sarah Brown reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"What a great day! As a total beginner I learned a great deal about the process, machinery and safety elements of woodworking (special shout out the dust extraction, us asthmatics appreciate that!) It was a well run, friendly, funny and enjoyable day. I ended up with a very fine bread board I am proud of and i'll be back for more classes. Thankyou!!"

Kelly reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop - landscape pictures

"What a lovely morning with Pip creating 2 different needle felted landscapes. Her craft studio is within an annexe on her property. She was very welcoming and knowledgeable. I went with a friend and both of us were novices but produced beautiful pieces to be proud of."

Hannah reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"Such a wonderful morning with Vicky learning how to make beautiful fused glass pieces. We were all beginners having never done this before and Vicky showed us how to do it and was by our side all morning advising and helping. We all loved it and were thrilled with what we made. Highly recommend! Thank you Vicky."

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Thank you for your kind words, it was an absolute pleasure to have your friendship group for the morning!"