Latest reviews

Pauline Hastings reviewed: Quilt in a Day, one-to-one course with Amanda Jane Ogden

"I had such a wonderful, fun, productive day learning to make a quilt with Amanda last week. Amanda is a very calm and patient teacher, with a wealth of experience and advice to offer. The fabrics that she had curated were lovely and I am so pleased to have come away with a completed mini quilt and the skills and enthusiasm to embark on my own quilting projects. The course was everything I hoped for, and more. Highly recommended to anyone thinking of giving it a go!"

Amanda Jane Textiles responded:

"Thank you Pauline for your review. It was a pleasure to teach you. This is just the start of your quilting adventure! Amanda"

Katy Temple reviewed: Clay Online : Hand Made Tiles

"Really informative session, I just got so much out of it. Thank you so much!"

EJaRt Creative responded:

"Thank you for leaving a review. We are so pleased that you got so much out of the session. We love to share our knowledge and experience with our students. Happy tile making!"

Jules reviewed: Lampshade Making Workshop with Clare Cosens

"Clare was absolutely brilliant - we had a fab time and loved the cool lampshades we made. Would definitely recommend this as a fun and relaxing treat activity!"

Clare Cosens Designs responded:

"I’m really pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Your lampshade looked amazing!"

Annie reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - 1 day

"We had a fantastically enjoyable day. Jill is incredibly generous with her knowledge and enthusiasm and really encourages you to get creative. We were able to explore different materials and techniques, so the day just flew by and we left still brimming with energy and ideas. We can’t wait to see our finished pieces once they are fired!"

Fired Glass responded:

"Thank you Annie, Jill and I are delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with us and felt creative and enthused. That makes us very happy to hear."

Rebecca reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"So there’s YouTube and then there’s a PROPER course! You simply cannot compare the two! A two-day course with Bill will leave you with a huge amount of knowledge and more importantly hands-on learning! Bill is more than welcoming, patient and with an eye for detail…. providing you with the skills you need to tackle your own projects at home. A bonus is Bill's great sense of humour … and he makes a cracking cuppa! Thanks, Bill …. Will defo be back! Xx"

Bespoke Leather responded:

"thanks for the lovely review Rebecca and good luck in your new leather work venture. best wishes Bill"

Deb Tilzey reviewed: Lace pattern porcelain ceramics in Kendal, South Lakes

"My friend and I did this as a birthday treat for her. We had such a lovely day and we were so pleased with our finished results. Nik was so friendly and helpful. She guided us through the process, making us feel completely at ease and always allowing us the opportunity to try different ideas so that we, as well as the other lovely lady on the course with us, had really beautiful and different final pieces."

Alice reviewed: Silver Stacking Rings Workshop - with Lindsay Forbes of Laconic; Sedgefield

"Wow-what an amazing experience this was! I got this as a gift and loved every second, Lindsay was so kind and considerate when we rearranged. I am only16 so I was nervous, however, the class was extremely interesting and Lindsay put me at ease instantly. I have had numerous compliments on my jewellery and would recommend this class to anyone with any skill set."

Denise reviewed: Furniture upcycling workshop - 1 day

"I had a great time learning how to make my table look like new. I felt at ease from the start and with it being a small class Hannah is always there to help and advise. Great products for us to use and everything explained well. I definitely recommend doing this course. Really enjoyed it. ?"

Tread Softly responded:

"Hi Denise, Thank you so much for coming and for leaving such a lovely review. It was great having you on the course. I thought you did an excellent job of your side table and I bet your telephone looks perfect on it :) Thanks again for coming!"

Anne Barclay reviewed: Hand Spinning For All - Norfolk

"I had the most wonderful day learning to handle fleece from raw and to spin it into unique & beautiful usable yarn. Theresa was a brilliant teacher, and an inspiration: very knowledgeable and clear. I left The Spinning Barn eager and excited to do more of this wonderful craft. Two days later I have bought my first wheel and can’t wait to start on my own. My head spins with the possibilities!!"

The Spinning Barn responded:

"Thank you so much for such a wonderful review Anne. Im so happy that you enjoyed your day and particularly that you felt so inspired to continue. Im very excited to hear all about your wheel and your progress very soon. Theresa x"

Alena Bilkova reviewed: Needlefelting landscape one day workshop

"Amazing experience. I have learnt new craft skills- felting. The lesson on ZOOM went well- a very nice teacher (Catherine). She guided me well on how to produce a nice piece of Artwork. We chatted and had a good laugh. Well recommended."

Arts a Flutter responded:

"Thankyou Alena, you were a joy to do a workshop with."

Alex Fleming reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience

"Having watched forged in fire I was excited to try out blacksmithing! Sandy’s forge in Newbridge is a great location near Edinburgh so was easy to get to. We made a hook and a fire poker that I am pleased with. The teaching was helpful but still allows you to make mistakes and have a go! Would definitely recommend it!"

AthelstaneForge responded:

"Thanks Alex, was a pleasure hopefully see you again soon!"

James Baily reviewed: Lucy Churchill's Stone Carving Workshops

"Lucy is an excellent carver and teacher, passionate and talented. The three day course went at the perfect pace. With teaching and guidance adapted for each student. The location is perfect for relaxed steady focus. Enjoy your life, do this course."

Derek & Lynne Campbell reviewed: Potter's wheel pottery - half day course Siramik

"What a fantastic way to pass 4 hours, this treat was a gift from my daughter 2 years ago, covid obviously got in the way. Trying something different was the idea and what a good one. From the first minute, Yoka makes you welcome, we and 4 others were educated on the various clays available and their origins before a brief understanding of glazes and finishes, both entertaining and educational. Nobody in the group had any experience of "throwing" a pot but after a demonstration from Yoka and a slow, stage by stage attempt ourselves, with lots of one-to-one help from Yoka we all managed to get something resembling a pot on our wheels. Quite a sensation of actually achieving something. We went on to make 3 further pots, generally, each attempt being better than the last actually started shaping them!!!! A really fun, informative morning. Yoka is delightful, a great teacher and as others have noted a Master (can I use that term) Potter, her beautiful work on display and for sale is a testament to her skill. A great morning out, suitable for all ages, highly recommended"

Siramik responded:

"Hello Derek and Lynne, thank you so much for your review, much appreciated. The course was made successful because of you. Great students and learning a great skill which your lovely pots are an legacy off. Now waiting till they are fired and glazed. Won't be long. Thank you."

Ida reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - half day

"Did the 4 hour course with a friend of mine and we had the best time. Just picked up our items and we still can’t believe we made them! Just an amazing workshop! :)"

Fired Glass responded:

"Thank you Ida. You and Katrina made some wonderful pieces. Jill and I are delighted you are happy with them and that you enjoyed your time with us too! Kind regards John"

Richard Ward reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Great Course and very fulfilling day - Thanks, Ted! Highly recommended... Ted was a good, easy-going (and very patient) tutor and was very happy to answer my questions, even beyond the box making course. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole day and will definitely be going back for another course. Thanks, Ted (looking forward to the next)"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Richard you have some good skills at hand indeed. Hope you are well and look forward to seeing you soon mate ! kind regards Ted"

Margaret Martin reviewed: One day introduction to stained glass for complete beginners (copper foil method)

"This is a fabulous course. As a total beginner at this craft, with the lovely Sally’s help and guidance, I left at the end of the day with an amazing piece of stained glass which I’m thrilled with and proud of. Sally is a superb tutor and shared her skills and knowledge and was on hand to help, assist and advise throughout the course - I even managed to use a soldering iron for the first time ever! I was so impressed with Sally’s support and encouragement during every step of the process and appreciated the strict health & safety regime that Sally insisted on to keep me safe during the course."

Craft Workshops responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review. You created a wonderful stained glass saling boat which you should be very proud of - well done! Look forward to seeing you in the workshop again soon :)"

Karen M reviewed: Macrame - Wall Hanging

"Great fun learning how to create a macrame wreath. Wendy leads the way with the basic knots but you are given the freedom to continue to express your own style. There is a choice of wire shapes: heart, star, rainbow and many more. Then you can have one or two colours to make the macrame. So pleased with my shooting star that I bought two wireframes and the cord to make more at home for Christmas presents. Well worth the cost and two hours spent in a delightful craft room enjoying the company whilst learning how to create beautiful works of art. Thank you, Wendy."

Susan Mackenzie reviewed: Reclaimed Wooden Personalised Box Crate

"Replied to messages promptly. Delivered in good time. Love the product."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thank you Susan. So pleased you like it. And so kind of you to take the time to write a review. All the best. Rach"

Jackie Strohm reviewed: Sculpture workshop two days with Jo Garden Art in beautiful rural Norfolk/Suffolk border setting

"Best 2days ever .i loved it .. Nice small group plenty of time for everyone .generous with supplis and all that u needed was at hand ...i dont like holidaying alone and this year i found the perfect break that was better than any holiday .returned home a relaxed and happy person. Thanks so much .love my hare and see u next year"

Jo Garden Art responded:

"What a lovely review - thank you Jackie ;-) Looking forward to seeing you back in the studio Jo xx"

Hilary Ann Holt reviewed: One day introduction to stained glass for complete beginners (copper foil method)

"I attended the course - an Introduction to stained glass for complete beginners (copper foil method) and very successfully made a beautiful gnome. I was a complete beginner. Sally was extremely attentive and I felt very guided by her throughout the day. Many of the skills needed to make the stained glass gnome were very intricate and as the group was small, Sally was always on-hand to help. We had a very enjoyable time and left Sally's workshop feeling very proud."

Craft Workshops responded:

"Thank you Hilary - we did have a lovely day and your stained glass was amazing! From total beginner to completed gnome decoration in a day - well done :)"

Caroline Dickson reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Beginners Morning Course - Weaving an Autumn or Christmas Wreath, Tenterden

"Such a lovely morning making a door wreath woven from willow. Marianne is a patient and kind teacher and it was most enjoyable."

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Thank you so much for your review, Caroline! It means so much to me, that you had a super time. The atmosphere was wonderful again and you made it even more special, adding your artistic flair. Look forward to seeing you again soon, who knows, at another basketry course. Many thanks again. With best wishes, Marianne x Crafty Basketry"

Andrea Jenn reviewed: Embellished wire & paper wall hanging workshop

"I attended this workshop with an arty and creative friend, and had my doubts about my own levels of creativity and what I would be able to achieve. However, I was so pleased with the results and I thoroughly enjoyed the whole day. It started with the location - what a wonderful gem of a place in Leek to hold the workshop. Lovely quirky cafe with a nice atmosphere. Everything was well organised, we all had our own visors for Covid safety, which were so good I forgot I had it on and tried to drink my coffee through it! Judith is very friendly and welcoming, gives great tips and instructions and talks you through the techniques, the tools and the materials. Really helpful and the time just flew by, it was very relaxing even though I was concentrating. Lovely lunch, back to more making and then yummy tea and cake before finishing our items. This workshop definitely brought out my creative side. If you are a craft hobbyist, you will love it. If you are worried like me that you are not very "arty" - you will love it!"

Judith Brown Jewellery responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review Andrea! I'm so pleased that your doubts about your creativity were swept way and you really enjoyed the day, I hope it means you might try other creative things in the future, that you might not have felt confident in trying before this workshop."

Norma reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"Just spent a fabulous day with Rachel. David and I came with ideas of what we wanted to make and were delighted to come home with finished items that we were proud of. Rachel was a kind and patient teacher and we had a lovely creative and relaxing time. Sadly now addicted and Rachel has given lots of advice as to what is needed if we want to carry on at home. The day was well worth the money."

James Agg reviewed: Glass fusing workshop - 2 hours (pm)

"My 8yr old daughter and I attended the 2hr session and loved every minute. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel exceptionally welcome. Jill's instruction and guidance made the process very enjoyable, allowing us to get absorbed into the creation of our pieces. The time absolutely flew by and we will have to return again to do it all again!"

Fired Glass responded:

"We are delighted you both felt that way James, that is our aim with every course and attendee. Thank you for considering us again in the future. Regards John and Jill"

Paula reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Excellent afternoon course where we got to carve our own spoons. Dave was a fantastic teacher, patient and supportive, and clearly passionate about the craft. It was a fantastic way to spend an afternoon. I would thoroughly recommend."