Latest reviews

Eileen Mary Saunders reviewed: Introductory course covering wet felting and Nuno techniques in the beautiful Forest of Dean

"I had a fabulous day with Christine creating a 3D picture, with a background, with 3D wet felted flowers, needle felted onto it. I love Christine's understanding of colour and how she helped me create in felt the piece I had imagined in my mind. It was great fun carding to blend colours and also to add texture and the way Christine helped the piece evolve as we played and experimented as we went along."

Christine Waygood. Contemporary Textiles. responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review. I really enjoyed working with you, and the challenge of trying to achieve the effect you wanted in the day. You created a lovely piece. I just wish we'd had twice as long to work on it! I've still got lots to do on mine- but as I said, I'll show you mine (when it's finish) if you'll show me yours! Maybe you can bring it along to my open studio in the summer?"

John reviewed: Box making for beginners

"This 1 day course was great, i cant believe Andrew managed to get me to make a box in one day, you do learn as you go along, great to learn all about how wood it cut and machined, i loved using the big machines, and hand tools. Will defo be back for more, chair making looks like a good course. thxs Andrew"

Kaz reviewed: Silver Stud Earring Duo Workshop with Lindsay Forbes of Laconic - Durham

"Lindsay was informative, friendly and helpful. I enjoyed learning new skills and surprised myself with the end results. I would however suggest that the course for a beginner, was about three quarters of an hour too short. It would have been easier for me if the we actually did each step just after Lindsay explained it as opposed to once she'd finished the whole procedure ."

Bench Box responded:

"Thanks so much for your review Karen, I'm glad you enjoyed the workshop and appreciate your feedback on this course!"

Phil Hockham reviewed: Creative metalwork and welding, scrap metal sculpture.

"I thoroughly enjoyed the day. The Tutors were both professional and friendly. I would recommend the course to anyone who was interested in Art/craft welding techniques. Many thanks for an enjoyable day"

Mike reviewed: An Introduction to Pyrography Wood Art with Ruth Wheeler

"Loved it. Great atmosphere and learnt a lot"

Maisie reviewed: Sea Glass Bezel Ring or Charm Course - (Reading)

"I attended the course to improve my bezel making skills. At the end of the course I had made a beautiful bezel set pendent and feel I can replicate my skills at home. Thank you Carol for your help."

La Jade responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review maisie, I am glad you enjoyed the course."

Lorna reviewed: Sterling Silver Jewellery Making Earring Course (Merseyside)

"I attended the course and with the help of Carol the tutor managed to make 2 pairs of gorgeous earrings. One dangly and the other pair studs. I had such a great time, I will be booking another course soon. ??"

La Jade responded:

"Thank you foor your lovely review Lorna, I am glad you enjoyed the course."

Milly reviewed: Sterling Silver 5 Week Stone Setting Course (Merseyside)

"I attended the course to improve my stone setting skills and hopefully learn some new ones. The course delivered above my expectations, and I feel very confident with the new skills I have learnt and can now implement them within my jewellery making. Carol is great and very helpful and the busy units were lovely.. Thank you.."

La Jade responded:

"I am glad you enjoyed the class Milly and are hapoy with the new skills you learnt. Tha k you Carol."

Lulu reviewed: Sea Glass Bezel Charm Setting Course (Merseyside)

"Wow what a great experience to attend the course and make my very own sea glass ring."

La Jade responded:

"Thank yolu for your review, I am happy you enjoyed the cours"

Michelle reviewed: Silversmithing Taster Day - (Reading)

"I attended. The course with my sister who purchased it for my birthday. The course was really enjoyable and are both surprised that we managed to make several lovely rings."

La Jade responded:

"Thank you for your review Michelle, I am glad you and your sister enjoyed the course."

Sunny Gill reviewed: (NOW FULL) Watercolour 2022 painting workshop at Back Room Art Stourbridge

"The watercolour class run by Heather Wilson at the Back Room Art Studio was a lovely and enjoyable experience. For someone who hasn’t painted in a long time I was made to feel welcome and the tips and techniques were very helpful. The class was run very smoothly and well organised and had a nice, cosy, relaxed setting. All materials were provided as well as lots of great advice from Heather. I will definitely be coming again to any future classes."

AC J reviewed: Quilt in a day course FOR TWO people with Amanda Jane Ogden

"From the moment we made the booking to the second we left Amanda's studio yesterday, we felt utterly looked after. The one-day workshop was perfect. We learned so many techniques in a day, we left buzzing and full of anticipation for this whole new world that had opened up to us. Amanda is a super kind and patient teacher and makes sure you understand every step of the way. I would highly recommend this course. We were absolute beginners and left feeling confident to embark on our own quilt-making journey."

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you for this review A-C. Such a pleasure to meet you and Emely and to see your two very different quilts develop over the course of the day. Amanda"

Toni reviewed: Introduction to ceramics - 8 week course

"This has been a very enjoyable course. So much so that I have booked another one. Bob and Joe are friendly, patient and explain techniques really clearly. The facilities are great and I have been able to improve my skills. Every week I was warmly welcomed and encouraged. I highly recommend giving it a go."

Lindsey reviewed: Introduction to welding course for two people

"Great course. We were welding within 30 minutes and by the end of the day we'd tried several types and I think I now have an understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of each. Roger's very passionate about what he does which made it a fun day."

Laura reviewed: Throwing & hand-building pottery workshops £64 per person for 2 hour workshop

"Had a fantastic time throwing and hand building with Catherine, an incredibly patient teacher. Much harder than expected but Catherine was encouraging and by the end we had managed to each throw a couple of pots."

Tor Inge Dolve reviewed: Two-day woodcarving for beginners

"William Barsley is a very competent wood carver. He is a good instructor and supportive in the learning process. I would definitely recommend this course to others."

Julie reviewed: Wet felting workshop - Making a bag

"I had a very enjoyable day, I learnt a lot about wet felting and I was very pleased with the bag I made. Our tutor Tunde was very friendly and taught us a lot and made the day very enjoyable. I would be very happy to do another course with Tunde in the future."

N White reviewed: Woodwork Day Course

"Had to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances. Was told a could rebook at any time as no refund was offered. Spoke to Ted on messenger and seems like a nice enough bloke."

Jeff Thompson reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"Very interesting and informative day spent with Simon learning some of the basics of wood turning. I'm completely new to this but after only one day I think I'm already hooked- thanks to Simon for being very patient! It's great to be able to focus entirely on one thing- the piece of wood spinning round in front of you so is excellent mindfulness training!! I even managed to produce a couple of pieces to take home! Highly recommended- I'll be back!!!!!"

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

"Hi Jeff, Thank you for a lovely review. So glad that you found the experience relaxing and enjoyable. Look forward to seeing you again :) -- Simon"

Maria Pancholi reviewed: Introduction to ceramics - 8 week course

"I look forward to my pottery class on Friday afternoons all week. Joe and Bob are incredibly knowledgable and very patient. I’ve enjoyed re visiting techniques I’ve not used in years and have one off unique pieces to show at the end . I’ve re booked another course . I can’t recommend pottery classes with Bob and Joe highly enough - just wonderful and a must do"

Fiona Hackshall reviewed: Deep Buttoned Bench or Footstool Workshop - 1 Day Workshop

"I rate the footstool workshop 5 out of 5! Learning the process and new skills was what I enjoyed most about the day and I wouldn't change anything about the workshop at all. I would definitely recommend the day to friends or family."

Simon reviewed: Introduction to ceramics - 8 week course

"My second course and so I had freedom to explore the techniques myself and Joe and Bob were always on hand to advise. A great learning environment."

Hayley Wedgbury reviewed: Epoxy resin river coffee table workshop

"This class is well worth the investment. I now have the confidence to execute all of my epoxy resin ideas, using wood for console/coffee tables and moulds to create beautiful decorative home accessories. Richard is a master at his craft and an excellent teacher. I highly recommended this course."

Sally Marr reviewed: Beginners Watercolours & Cream Tea Experience (minimum booking is for 2 people)

"My friend and I booked the session as a relaxing treat for one another's birthdays. Amina was lovely and her studio is a fantastic space to work in. The session ran like clockwork without feeling rushed, and my friend and I both enjoyed the painting, and cream tea afterwards surrounded by beautiful artwork. I'd definitely recommend this experience to anyone wanting some relaxed learning."

A.S.K Art & Pottery Gallery & Studio responded:

"Thank you for the lovely comments, Sally. It was lovely to spend time with you and Rachael today. You showed real creativity and completed beautiful watercolour paintings. Enjoy all the birthday celebrations."

Adam Mustafa reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"This was a really amazing class. Richard was incredibly engaging and knowledgeable, it was very well worth the money and I can not wait to do all the courses available. Extremely great space and class!"