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Mishie T reviewed: Wet felting expressive landscapes in wools and silks

"Fantastic felting workshop."

Felting in Devon responded:

"Thank you?"

Siobhan reviewed: Half day Christmas themed cold process soap making workshop with Keri at The Soap Coach

"Spent a great evening on the hot process soap course. I had no previous knowledge of soap making but Keri explained everything very well so that not only did I come away with loads of great smelling soap, but I also feel confident enough to try it again at home. Can't wait to get using my soap!!"

Sharon reviewed: Introduction to traditional Calligraphy - foundational hand

"I loved the course today! Thank you Sunita. It was really a lovely relaxed day where I learnt a lot. It has inspired me to continue."

Rita Ashby reviewed: ColourWheel art classes for adults - Maidenhead - Thursday

"I attended last term but was unable to continue in the current term due to other commitments. I found the class very inspirational and really enjoyed learning new techniques which were clearly explained and demonstrated by the tutor. The class is so well organised by Rene, who made me feel very welcome right from the start. I can’t wait to attend again next term."

Fran kirby reviewed: Introduction to traditional Calligraphy - foundational hand

"I really enjoyed the introduction to traditional calligraphy workshop today , and would highly recommend Sunita it was a relaxing and lovely environment to learn this beautiful new skill . I’ve always wanted to learn calligraphy , and have been inspired to continue my journey , Sunita was very helpful and encouraging of our group , looking forward to the modern workshop in April that I have also booked. Thankyou so much"

Mel reviewed: Learning to Spin: One Day Workshop

"Me and my sister did this course and really enjoyed it. Lucy is really knowledgeable and experienced. We learnt so much. It was a beautiful setting and a fabulous day! We would highly recommend it to anyone."

Werewools responded:

"Thank you so much. I had an epic day watching you two pick up spinning so quickly. You were both amazing. Looking forward to catching up with you at some stage."

Ruth Phillips reviewed: Making silk flowers workshop

"I have attended 2 of Rose's workshop. Rose is an excellent teacher and you enjoy a creative day learning a new skill in a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Everything is prepared for you and Rose gives very clear instructions and it's lovely to come home with a beautiful flower creation."

Made with Rose responded:

"Thank you Ruth. It was a really fun day and I look forward to working with you again"

Christine Fox reviewed: One to one pottery throwing class in Worksop

"This was a birthday present for my husband. I was very pleased with the tuition given in such a relaxed way. A great 2 hours - thank you very much. We are planning another visit!"

Carol Parrett reviewed: Animal pastel workshop

"My daughters bought me the voucher for my birthday. I attended with my friend and thoroughly enjoyed the day which was in a lovely peaceful setting. We learnt the different techniques to make our animal portraits and I was very pleased with the results. I was amazed how you can make the eyes so lifelike. Thank you."

Black Cat Art responded:

"I'm so pleased that you both enjoyed the day and went home with a finished drawing. You achieved a lot in what felt like a short time. Drawing the eyes can be such fun as they make so much difference to the drawing. I hope you have been inspired to do more pastel drawing in the future."

Nikki reviewed: Long Draw Spinning for beginners

"Pam is an excellent teacher with a real passion for teaching others long draw spinning. Having the use of a wheel for a month to practice on between lessons and the opportunity to contact Pam for advice means you have the best chance of producing some really good yarns. I can’t recommend highly enough!"

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

"2nd visit to Wendy and most fabulous day again! Thought I would do something different and Wendy (as always) is happy to see that come to life. Will be back for 3/4/5 visits ☺ Excellent"

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

"My second workshop was even more enjoyable than the first! Absolutely fabulous day Wendy, thank you so much. I’ll definitely be coming along to see you again."

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

"We really loved this workshop! It is our second time here and we shall come again. Wendy is a great teacher, such a lovely, friendly, softly spoken lady."

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

"Thank you Wendy. It’s been a really fun day and I loved making my lighthouse! You gave excellent tuition and made wonderful tea! I now have so much respect for crafts people who work with glass! Curves are not easy!! This has also been really good mindfulness practice, with the rest of my life all put into the background for a few hours. Thanks again. All the best Rob."

Sandra Stringer reviewed: Georgie's needle felting animals

"We had a fantastic time on the felting course. Georgie is a great tutor and very welcoming. We are very happy with our lambs and would definitely recommend to friends and we would go again."

Georgies Felted Friends responded:

"Thank you very much for your message Sandra. It was lovely to meet you both today and I’m so glad you enjoyed the course. I thought your Lambs were absolutely adorable and had such character! Kind regards Georgie"

Siobhan Fox reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"Absolutely brilliant day with Paul. Very enjoyable, very interesting, very therapeutic! Paul was very knowledgable and patient and could not do enough to help us throughout the day. A great way to celebrate our mums 70th. Would definitely do this again or perhaps the stained glass workshop next time."

Philippa Davidson reviewed: 2 Day Leather Practical Skills Workshop

"My partner very kindly brought a gift voucher to attend Richard's leather workshop. I have recently started making leather dog coats. I can only say this course is amazing!. Richard is a font of knowledge, he has been a huge help in guidance for going forward in my new business adventure. I have learnt a vast amount and have come away feeling more confident. I would highly recommend anyone making leather goods to seek out this course."

Derek Chapman reviewed: Bladesmithing Weekend

"Fantastic 2 day weekend knife making course. Graham, David and Decklan know their stuff, plenty of equipment and patience so no waiting around. Left on Sunday with a knife with handle and sheath. Also booked in for the following Wednesday and Thursday for one to one course with Graham. Graham is a fountain of knowledge on metallurgy, furnace work, quenching and just about any thing to to with bladesmithing. I have been collecting knives for years and have a small forge at home and have attempted to make a few knives to be fair they were rubbish and ended up in the bin, the knife I made on Thursday I would be proud to add to my collection. I'm sure I will be going back to Vlakvark Forge to learn more at a later date. If you have any interest in knives or knife making, book yourself on to this course, you will not be disappointed."

Aimee reviewed: Pottery classes in Teesside

"I enjoyed the pottery class, it was a great way to try pottery for the first time and find out how enjoyable it is! Would definitely recommend."

PoppyRose responded:

"Thank you Aimee, so glad you enjoyed your taster! your planter looks great. Best wishes, Louise"

Rhona McGonigal reviewed: Making a mosaic with slate

"The creative possibilities were endless- a really enjoyable class! The small class size was ideal as we all got the right amount of input. Thoroughly recommend!"

Kate reviewed: Bespoke Contemporary Fine Art Encaustic Wax Workshop.

"Thank you Lyn for a most informative and enjoyable day. Considering my friend and I were absolute beginners, I was delighted to end up with such an accomplished finished product. Lyn is patient and flexible whilst covering all the basics, and her enthusiasm shines though it all. She has inspired me to have a try at home. I thoroughly recommend trying one of Lyn's courses."

Contemporary Encaustic Wax Workshop responded:

"Dear Kate and Mel, Thank you for your review of the workshop. It was a pleasure to meet you both, and I was seriously impressed with your finished work on the day. Do keep in touch, would love to see more of your encaustic work, Take care Lyn"

Barbara reviewed: Making a mosaic with slate

"Thoroughly enjoyed this half day course. A great introduction to the joys of mosaic making. Rachel is a superb teacher, patient and also really helpful with design ideas and techniques to try. The time flew but we all completed a lovely slate tile, each beautiful and different from each other's. Highly recommend giving it a go!"

Mitch Tiisler reviewed: Embossed pewter box workshop

"Mel is very welcoming and personable. She is clearly very creative with a wide range of knowledge across many medias, and open to sharing her knowledge when asked. Made to feel at home (provided some nuts and hot drinks). We were given lots of guidance and step by step support alongside a wide range of examples/resources. A very simple method to pick up within minutes of Mel's explanation and trial/test piece; and then the rest of the session to be creative and make it your own. You take a wooden box, colour the clasp and hinges, and remove the corners in prep and paint it whatever colour you like. Then you draw out your design and begin embossing on the pewter sheet. You also use a pattern for the surround on a separate piece of pewter. Then we treated/coloured the pewter and then cleaned it to your required shine. Finally sticking the pewter bits to the box. We also got a tour of the building while we were waiting for the pewter to be treated, which was lovely to see all the creativity. A wonderful day. Would recommend."

Mitch Tiisler reviewed: Beginners stained glass workshops using copper foil.

"Jo has a vast amount of knowledge to share. The day was well organised and gave us some creative freedom alongside a structured task. It consisted of two creations. The first being four rectangles to practice and understand basic skills/process. The second we were give advice and shown examples, and given freedom to make what we liked with the provided colours and shapes. Great day."

Mat reviewed: Home Scented Workshop with Wirral Candle Co.

"I went on this course last year with my mum. It was a great day out and we learnt a lot about scent testing and blending. The tutor was amazing and the environment was so unique."

Wirral Candle Company responded:

"Aw, thanks so much for coming & supporting a local independent business. Hope to see you on more creative workshops at The Wirral Candle Company ?✌?"