CraftCourses helps people experience the joy and satisfaction of making and doing all across the UK, and beyond.

Supporting crafts since 2011

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CraftCourses will help you connect with thousands of craftspeople & artists all across the UK, who teach their wondrous skills!

We have a massive choice of creative in-person workshops, handmade art & craft kits,  classes available live online, downloadable online tutorials and a handcrafted shop offered by our 6,000 + strong community of independent UK makers & creative organisations.

Our mission is to make that connection between UK artisans and those of us keen to experience the joy of practical and creative arts. There is great satisfaction in being creative; making and doing things with our heads, hands & hearts - it's so good for us on many levels.

We have collected 44,750 reviews so far from happy customers, with a whopping 98.9% of them rating their experience as "excellent". 

Established in 2011 in Pembrokeshire, we are a family run business and the UK’s largest creative experience site; from glassblowing to blacksmithing, printmaking to pottery, sculpture to photography, oil painting to digital illustration, there is something for everyone!

Our gift vouchers and cards make a unique and memorable present, redeemable against anything on the CraftCourses site.


Who we are?


Made in Wales, we are a certified B corps™ and a member of the Good Business Charter as well as winners of the 'Creative Entrepreneur of the Year' at the GBEA awards 2022. 

We are a small team of engineering, customer services & marketing professionals. For 12 years now we have been dedicated to supporting artisans, craftspeople, arts centres & colleges across the UK, with our excellent customer services, marketing & bespoke software.

We have a yen to do some good in this world by shining a light on the many wonderful benefits of being creative and learning hands-on, practical skills. We are passionate about getting more people making and all having some fun in the process!




Do you teach or make?


For our large community of over 6,000 UK based artisan makers & tutors, we offer an effective and friendly way to share your fascinating skills with the world, book & sell your courses, kits & 'makes' and earn yourself significant additional income.

Teach with us - join the CraftCourses Makers Community! 

We are free to join, with no listing fees, we take a modest commission (the cheapest comparable rate we believe you will find) only when we deliver a fully paid up customer to you.

In return we offer a highly effective marketplace for your craft & art courses & kits, a very secure booking platform, full refund & cancellation handling, bespoke cancellation policies, safety & protection for both Makers & Customers , excellent customer services (real live friendly & polite people answering our phone calls and emails!) and fun & engaging marketing via our social channels, newsletters & our solid search engine rankings. 

What our tutors & makers say about us

Join the CraftCourses community, you will be among friends and very welcome !



Contact


We love to hear from you!

You can contact us between 9.30 a.m. and 3 p.m weekdays.

With over 30,000 reviews we needed a way to give our star Makers & Tutors the recognition they deserve. Browse the UK's most popular creative tutors & makers from the award-winners below

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Recent reviews

19 Mar 24'

Emily reviewed: Wheel Throwing Workshop

"Great experience. Lots of support in learning how to throw pottery on wheel. Helpful advice, lots of fun would go again!"

19 Mar 24'

Gill Rice reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"I have just finished the Monday night course and have signed up to go back after Easter! Martin is a great teacher and he has thought of everything! You make 3 items in total, following a template you make a stained glass panel using foil, then a second leaded panel before completing your own project under Martin’s expert guidance. Everyone has their own tools and dedicated work space. There are full colour options when choosing your glass for your first two projects, and an abundance of glass available on site if you need to purchase any for your own project. Everyone is so friendly and interested in each other’s work. It’s an amazing atmosphere at the sessions. Martin explains each stage very clearly and is very encouraging. Nothing is too much trouble. I would definitely recommend!!!"

19 Mar 24'

Tammy Butler reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"I just completed Martin’s 10 week course, and he is a brilliant, patient and friendly teacher. You’ll never feel lost as to what the next steps are and he’s very hands on to show you everything you need to know. I’ve waited all my life to learn the skill of stained glass, and I’m enjoying every minute of it! "

19 Mar 24'

Patrick reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"Really excellent day spent with Alan in his beautiful home learning how to carve a spoon from a log. Clear, concise instructions given throughout with plenty of time spent on techniques to ensure effective and safe carving. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who has an interest in spoon carving or whittling in general. "

19 Mar 24'

Alan reviewed: Log to Stool with Gedwood

"Did this day course with my adult daughter and we both thoroughly enjoyed it. Ged's cottage and workshop is located in a lovely setting and this in itself is uplifting. The course itself is excellent with high quality tools and natural materials supplied, moreover Ged is an excellent tutor who is highly skilled and has infinite patience. All in all a wonderful experience which was relaxing and therapeutic, with the added bonus of a lovely handcrafted stool to take away. Highly recommended!"

19 Mar 24'

Rachel Floyd reviewed: Copper Foil Extended Class

"Really enjoyable class, nice and informal (relaxed atmosphere) but really great instruction. Thank you!"

Chrissy Webster Mosaic & Craft responded:

" Thank you Rachel, I'm so glad you enjoyed the day, and thank you for offering a great review for me.! "

19 Mar 24'

Susie Bates reviewed: Willow Weaving ~ Shoulder / Foraging Bag

"What a lovely couple of days at Denmark farm willow weaving a foraging basket. Justine was a fabulous teacher, very attentive and made the whole experience a delight. I was amazed at the beautiful basket I created with no previous experience. Beautiful and calm venue and the wonderful Mara from the centre was popping in to welcome and support us. . "

Denmark Farm Conservation Centre responded:

" We're so happy that you joined us Susie and made such a beautiful first basket. Thanks for your kind review and hope to see you again soon. Mara"

18 Mar 24'

Nicola Jenner reviewed: Silversmithing Jewellery one day workshop at Brightsmiths: One to One tuition

"I had an individual one day course with Rosie. It was such a fantastic experience, way beyond the level I expected. Rosie went through every aspect of the work in detail, explaining the tools and processes required and patiently helping me along with the practical aspects. I can’t believe how much we covered, and how generous Rosie is with both her time and her resources. I can’t recommend the day with Rosie highly enough - I left feeling confident I could give some of the techniques a go on my own, which I would never have expected at the start of the day! "

The Brightsmiths Workshops responded:

" Thank you Nicola for such a great review We certainly covered a lot of ground in one Day ! I am so glad that you feel able to have a go at making something at home …makes me feel good about passing on my skills . I look forward to sharing you more Silver Jewellery making techniques, tips & tricks with you in the future Also ..BIG NEWS. …your lovely Review is the Tenth 5 star Review I have received ….which means that Craft courses have given Their GOLD AWARD so an extra large THANKYOU to you and all my other Students who have taken time out to Write such good reviews for me .. Take Care , keep Smithing Rosie"

18 Mar 24'

Steph reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"I have just completed the 10 week course and have thoroughly enjoyed it! Martin is a great teacher - he explains and demonstrates techniques needed, is extremely patient and clearly has a huge depth of knowledge and skill in his craft. I love the practice pieces and the lantern I made. I would highly recommend this course! "

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

" Thank you for the review, I'm really glad you enjoyed the course."

18 Mar 24'

Laura reviewed: Basket making for beginners using traditional willow basketry techniques

"A wonderful day learning the art of working with willow, some really useful tips and tricks offered in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere - and a fantastic basket to come home with. Becky and Johnny took efforts to ensure everyone mastered the skills needed to complete a basket to be proud of. Highly recommend. "

18 Mar 24'

Tina reviewed: Stained Glass Panel Workshop with April Pebble

"A great day, nice small group."

18 Mar 24'

Richard reviewed: Building and weaving a side chair at The Quiet Workshop

"StJohn & Bryony, thank you for providing such a fantastic experience in your workshop last weekend. The tutoring was excellent as was the hospitality! You make a great team. Clear instruction and demonstration. I would not hesitate to recommend your courses and wish you all the best for the future. "

The Quiet Workshop responded:

" Richard, thanks so much for your review. It was lovely having you in the workshop. I’m definitely going to steal your technique for tying back the weft as you weave; it’s now on the flip chart. I hope you get the holdfasts sorted out; let me know if you need any other measurements. StJohn & Bryony"

18 Mar 24'

MRS KIM CARTER-BAGGOTT reviewed: Fused glass 'create' workshop

"My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our morning session. Kathryn was very patient and willing to help if we needed it. I would definitely do further courses in the future to improve my skills. "

18 Mar 24'

Suzanne C. reviewed: Mosaic/Chat/Create! with professional mosaicist Emma Abel

"It was great to learn a new skill, I hadn’t realised how tricky it was to cut just the right shape. I enjoyed the atmosphere within the group, very friendly and supportive, as it’s always good to meet new people. It was great to see how the mosaic built up. I really enjoyed the sense of achievement at the end, thank you for all your support."

abelmosaics responded:

" Your Dragonfly mosaic worked really well Suzanne, thank you for the lovely review."

18 Mar 24'

Su Ch. reviewed: Mosaic/Chat/Create! with professional mosaicist Emma Abel

"Lovely choice of tiles, very friendly, good guidance and instruction; very good tuition – I would recommend you."

abelmosaics responded:

" Thank you Su, it was great to meet you."

18 Mar 24'

Fleur reviewed: Berry Basket

"Daisy's workshop was really lovely. Her teaching is clear, gentle and encouraging and well paced. I was so pleased with the basket I made, can't wait for the berries... I could easily become addicted to willow! "

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