Latest reviews

Suzanne reviewed: Multi Colour Lino printing course

"Really enjoyable mindful course. So interesting and inspiring learning about each step of the process. Would thoroughly recommend this workshop."

Printmaking with Evelyn Polk responded:

"Thank you Suzanne for the review, Was a pleasure to have you in the studio. Evelyn"

Victoria S reviewed: Full day on the pottery wheel

"Wonderful day on the potter’s wheel. Rachel provided excellent instruction and was so patient. Can’t wait to do it again."

RACHEL BYASS CERAMICS responded:

"Thank you I look forward to meeting you again to collect your lovely pottery Rachel"

Nigel the bodger reviewed: Introduction to leaded stained glass

"Gen was the perfect hostess and gave excellent well paced direction for what can be a tricky craft. She demonstrated all the techniques needed to give first timers like me the confidence to have a go at home. Despite my sometimes frustrating habit of not doing as instructed, she patiently nudged me back to the righteous ways of the glass wizard ! A lovely lunch was provided and refreshments a plenty highly recommended."

Wicked Gen Crafts responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review. I had a great day with you and was so pleased you worked through all the processes to make your own individual piece that you should be proud of."

Mathilde reviewed: Spoon Carving with Touchwood Glasgow

"Robert's workshop was absolutely brilliant. The day passed so quickly. We started from scratch and axed a log of wood ourselves to carve our future spoons. We learned to used all the tools, which I loved. Robert found the right balance between teaching/giving advice and giving us space to solve problems, while always being available to help and step in when needed. He is also very passionate and knowledgeable about carving so I felt like I learn a lot. I enjoyed it so much I would actually do it again! And we all left with beautiful spoons and spatulas. I highly recommend it."

Charlotte reviewed: Paint pouring with tea & cake

"Amazing!! So much fun, only might have needed wine half way through to calm my nerves haha xxxx"

Jaki Taylor reviewed: Light & Dark impacting in watercolour at my farm studio TV artist Marilyn Allis

"Not only is Marilyn an excellent artist, she is a superb teacher. I go to as many of her workshops as I can and also signed up for her 'Lockdown' zoom lessons,which were great fun! For this workshop on 'Light and Dark', she made it easy to understand the importance of tone in a painting and I very much enjoyed using what I had learned to paint my own Naples street scene. Great fun and I can't wait for the next one!"

Katrina Khattri reviewed: Beginners Pottery Day Course

"An excellent teacher and great communicator. His approach towards his new students are ingenious and thoughtful. I had a wonderful, full of fun first ever pottery lesson and very glad that i got Mat as a teacher. Look forward for more lessons to hone my skill. Katrina"

Gill reviewed: Silver jewellery course for beginners in Exeter

"Really helpful course. Materials and lots of useful pointers and helpful hints provided. Came away with 3 lovely pieces."

Tony D reviewed: Learn to turn in Snowdonia, North Wales - Full day

"Having never used a lathe before I was a little nervous about stepping up to such an advanced machine for the first time, but Les is such a wonderful teacher that those nerves were quickly replaced by excitement as he adeptly and patiently explained how it all works. I'm absolutely thrilled with the objects I was able to make under his tutelage and definitely have the 'bug' now - I can't wait to delve into this more. The day was extremely enjoyable, with Les willing to expand beyond the scope of the class to discuss all sorts of things to do with wood identification and finishes for various types of project, and his passion and knowledge for the craft is evident. If you have even a passing interest in turning for the first time I cannot recommend this class highly enough - I had a fantastic day in his lovely workshop and I hope I can come back in the future to try making something else. Would give it six stars if I could!"

Pren responded:

"Thank you so much, Tony. You did remarkably well and I thoroughly enjoyed working with you."

Reza Hezaveh reviewed: Shibori Dying Workshop with Emma Wilkinson

"I enjoyed attending Emma's workshop on Shibori Technics, it was highly professional, organised and informative workshop'"

Creative with Nature Ltd responded:

"Hi Reza, thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review and really glad you enjoyed the course. warm regards, joe gregory. x"

Shilpee reviewed: Silver jewellery making class for beginners

"I really enjoyed this day. It was great to learn new skills and I left with some rings that I love. Jonathan was very patient and a great teacher. I would recommend this course and hope to attend another one."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Hi Shilpee. You are always welcome back. It was great to help you with your new skills - your hand made silver rings worked out a treat. Well done! Jonathan"

Mandeep reviewed: Enamelling on silver - Cloisonne

"What an amazing course! My wife and I booked this course as it's something we both wanted to try. What can I say, Lynette is an amazing teacher and this course exceeded all our expectations. We were thoroughly guided through the whole process in extreme detail, and Lynette was very patient and more than happy to answer any questions we had throughout. We ended up with some amazing pieces to take home. Much recommended to anyone looking for a good shared experience!"

LCEnamels responded:

"Thank you for this lovely feedback. I also really enjoyed the day, sharing my love of enamelling to two wonderful people. I have added photos of you beautiful pieces to the gallery for the course as shining examples of what can be achieved during the days workshop."

Jason reviewed: Potter's wheel pottery - half day course Siramik

"Wonderful experience! Highly recommend if you are interested in pottery. Yoka is super friendly and she will teach you everything about pottery. Thank you Yoka. We will definitely come back and join another lesson in the future."

Ian McCabe reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"I was booked on a one day silversmithing course at Lucy’s which I received as a Christmas gift. The course was originally to make stacking rings, however, when I arrived we discussed the possibility of making one abstract design ring instead. As I have a background in metalwork (not jewellery!) Lucy thought that this would be achievable for me. We spent the first part of the day designing, planning and discussing techniques and preferences. Lucy was incredibly helpful and patient with me, and, with her expert knowledge she guided me though making a template,trying out embossing on copper and eventually cutting and making the ring in silver. The whole experience was an absolute pleasure and I learned a lot in a short time. Lucy is a lovely lady and although I didn’t quite have time to finish the ring on the day, she supported me with advice over the phone and via email to help me to finish the project at home. She was unstinting in passing on her knowledge and I would love to return for another course."

Ian reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Sebastian is a great course leader. I learnt so much about stone carving during the two day course under his direction and support. Using a range of hand tools supplied, I was able to turn a block of stone into a really great garden sculpture. I was so pleased. Despite having no previous experience of carving, I now feel able to do more stone carving at home. Many thanks Sebastian"

Hazel Whitford reviewed: ZZZ Personalised Silver Band Ring Making Course in South Devon

"A thoroughly enjoyable evening working with a group of pleasant and relaxed participants.The evening was well planned and techniques explained in a friendly manner. The girls were helpful and encouraging as we all experimented with patterns before making our rings. Very happy with the outcomes. A cuppa would have been appreciated."

Marion Lloyd reviewed: Draw your dog with Molly and Maud

"Molly and Maud were delightful and skilled teachers. Six unconfident students were all proud of their drawings after an informal and hardworking day. And rather astonished to develop skills they didn’t think they had! The course was fun and focussed. The cake was delicious. Highly recommended."

Phil Brown reviewed: Stained glass taster day in Worcestershire

"From the greeting in the Car Park in the rain through to when I left Vicky looked after me all day. I made a stunning panel and had time to add a small copper foil piece. The lunch was superb, with excellent company. Everything was explained and demonstrated, and I was advised how to improve on areas that were less than perfect. Really enjoyed the whole day!!!"

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Hi Phil, thank you for your review, really appreciate it. Maybe a train panel next time........!"

Beth reviewed: Pottery throwing in Huddersfield

"A great time trying pottery for the first time, Geoff was a great teacher and made the session fun!"

Earth Pig Pottery responded:

"We try and make the session as enjoyable and informative as possible. A relaxed atmosphere is the key - most beginners are often nervous about making pots on the wheel and a fun, non-judgemental mood is important. Thank you for your review."

Tom & Jemma reviewed: Beginners Pottery Day Course

"We had an amazing day with Mat. He's a fantastic teacher and a great host. We were complete novices going into the session but by the end of the day we'd produced 4 pots each - and had we'd had a lovely tim while doing it. Highly recommended all round."

Bernie Penny reviewed: Two day painting workshop in West Pembrokeshire with Kate Freeman

"I booked this two day course with Kate as a present for my wife, and these words are from what my wife has related to me and the brief moments spent talking with Kate, who was never backward when making tea or coffee after chauffeuring my wife to the studio. She has a vast range of techniques and styles and oodles of enthusiasm. She is so nice as well, she instantly puts you at ease. Her studio is quite large and airy, seeing as it was February, nice and warm too. After two days in the company of Kate, sharing ideas and absorbing so much knowledge and know-how, my wife was buzzing. I am certain she will return. Well done and thank you Kate."

Coach House Studio responded:

"Thank you Bernie - It was lovely meeting you! I'm very happy that Anne gained so much from her time here at the Coach House. Anne produced an extraordinary amount of work over two days, and I look forward to seeing how her paintings develop in the coming weeks. Call in any time."

Antonella reviewed: Beginners half-day pairs pottery / ceramics workshop

"We had such a great time! I have booked the pottery class as a birthday gift and it was brilliant. We had such an amazing time learning and chatting. Louise is a fantastic and knowledgeable teacher and made us feel so welcomed and relaxed throughout the day :) She took us lovely photos too which we will treasure forever as well as the ceramics that we made. I cannot recommend this experience enough!!! Thank you!"

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

"It was a pleasure having you both in the studios :-). You made some fabulous pieces - especially the Bourbon biscuit! ;-). I'll let you know when your creations are ready!"

Debbie W reviewed: Bespoke Contemporary Fine Art Encaustic Wax Workshop.

"What a lovely day. Time just flew past. You are a good and patient teacher explaining the steps and you gave me great confidence. I love my picture and am already planning the next one. I will recommend you to my friends. Best wishes,"

Rodie reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"Lovely relaxing course . Went home and made some more pot hangers. Hooked. Alice was very informative and patient very enjoyable . May do other weaving courses with Alice also.?"

Sue Allsopp reviewed: Introduction to glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"Spent a fantastic day with Jen. Such a knowledgeable teacher, so enthusiastic and friendly. Although we had some basic awareness of glass cutting the whole day was a revelation and we enjoyed part. Thank you Jen."