Cowshed Creative reviews

Julia Wilson reviewed: Dry stone walling at Cowshed Creative on our traditional Lakeland Farm, Lake District near Windermere

"I thoroughly enjoyed the dry stone walling workshop. We had an experienced, encouraging and patient tutor, the setting was stunning, the home made food was delicious and I finished the day very proud of the wall our group had built together and confident I'd be able to continue walling on my own. I'll definitely be considering other Cowshed Creative workshops in the future."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks Julia. The wall you all built looks great. Look forward to seeing you again."

Anne Oldham reviewed: Sea Glass Jewellery at Cowshed Creative, the Lake District

"First time I'd ever done a jewellery making course and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I'd been collecting sea glass on my lockdown walks and this was an ideal opportunity to do something with it! An absolutely beautiful location and the converted barn was tasteful, cosy and comfortable. Lunch (especially pud) was delicious. The instructions and demonstrations were clear and easy to follow even for a complete beginner and I was delighted with the three pieces of jewellery I made. Lovely host and friendly jeweller made this an excellent day."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Lovely to meet you and many thanks for such positive feedback. We hope to see you again!"

David Garrard reviewed: Dry stone walling at Cowshed Creative on our traditional Lakeland Farm, Lake District near Windermere

"I recently attended the Dry Stone Walling Course at the Cowshed. The day was 'hands on' and very instructive. Richard, the course tutor, was very experienced and extremely knowledgeable about the course content. His relaxed style put everyone quickly at their ease and whilst the instruction and activity was testing (some of the stones weighed a ton - only joking) the day was very enjoyable and passed rapidly. I would thoroughly recommend this course. The farm surroundings, in the heart of the glorious Lake District, really raised your spirits and the care and attention paid to the arrangements and in particular the refreshments was first class. Well done and thank you to George and Richard."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks David for such lovely comments. We hope to see you again."

Carol McArthur reviewed: Dry stone walling at Cowshed Creative on our traditional Lakeland Farm, Lake District near Windermere

"The host on the day was very welcoming and provided excellent refreshments throughout the day. The venue was perfect, with safe social distancing being practiced at all times. The course was a good introduction to dry stone walling. The instructor was very knowledgeable about his craft and provided excellent 'hands-on' tuition. I would have liked more written information to take away on the day but overall it was a really good crafting experience."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks for such positive comments Carol. Richard already has plans in place to improve the hand-outs. Hope to see you and David again."

Derry Lowe reviewed: Shibori & indigo dye at Cowshed Creative, the Lake District National Park, near Windermere

"It was a really lovely day all round. Driving through stunning countryside and views to get there. The barn is a lovely place to work in, good facilities. Kate is a friendly helpful 'good' tutor, and George produced wonderful food, and plenty of it too. Went home happy and contented, and very pleased with my creations. Will hopefully do other courses there. Why would I not!!!! (no moji to put a smiley face)."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Many thanks for your lovely comments Derry. Hope to see you again."

Lisa Wilton reviewed: Natural Christmas Wreaths at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District near Kendal

"The cowshed was lovely. Loved making my first wreath and found it interesting to learn what you can do. Teas and coffees all good and the cakes were amazing. Met some lovely people. Will be doing more classes in the future here. Finding the place and parking were easy."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks Lisa for such positive feedback. Great to meet you and Bill and hope to see you again."

Gwen Harrison reviewed: Natural Christmas Wreaths at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District near Kendal

"The wreath-making workshop was brilliant. The place itself is wonderful, in a lovely converted barn in the most beautiful countryside, with a log burning stove to keep us warm. And Belinda and George were so friendly and helpful - it was great fun. What's more, George had gone to such efforts to make the most delicious vegan mince pies and cakes. A thoroughly enjoyable experience which I'd heartily recommend to anyone."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks Gwen for such great feedback. Lovely to meet you and hope to see you again."

Lucy Nelson reviewed: Natural Christmas Wreaths at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District near Kendal

"A real treat. Best craft workshop I’ve been on - exceptional - 5* all round. Belinda and George gave us just the right amount of high quality teaching and support in a really friendly and focussed atmosphere so I think we surprised ourselves with what we made. The setting and studio barn are exceptionally beautiful. 5* for drinks and cakes too. I was given this workshop as a present and went home feeling as if I’d been given 3 presents - the workshop, the skill and the wreath! Thank you to George and Belinda."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks so much Lucy. We feel quite overwhelmed by such amazing feedback!"

Susan Drysdale reviewed: Mexican Offrenda

"What a lovely day, with good company, good food, and a chance to make something really different. I have just finished off my Mexican Offrenda, and am really pleased with it. The course was really well organised and gave us plenty of scope to be creative with help and advice when needed. Thanks Kay and George for a creative and relaxing day."

Georgia reviewed: Mexican Offrenda

"What a lovely day we had! The setting is beautiful, located in among the hills of Kentmere. The Cowshed is a lovely creative space with a roaring log burner and plenty of space to work. The food was delicious and plentiful - soup and lots of cake, with gluten-free requirements well-catered for - thank you! The creating element was clearly explained by Kay and well-supported at every stage. Everyone was able to achieve success regardless of their ability. Resources were plentiful and enabled everyone to create something that was very much their own. I am really pleased with my Offrenda and felt a real sense of achievement as I am not confident in my artistic abilities at all. Thanks to Kay for a lovely relaxing and yet productive day, and to George for being a great host. I look forward to coming back and maybe staying in your lovely pods too! I can thoroughly recommend the whole experience. Georgia"

Susan reviewed: Mexican Offrenda

"A wonderful colourful day! Cowshed Creative was easy to find and beautifully nestled in the fells, the barn was welcoming with a huge roaring log fire and lots of inspiration already laid out for us. Kay was a warm-hearted, fun, clear teacher - dressed like Frida Kahlo! - who had lots of ideas and practical suggestions when my piece got a little more complicated than the brief. The atmosphere around the table was open and friendly, we all got to know each other a little whilst exercising our creative muscles and making - chatting and making, what a good combo! And with homemade food - seemed like a kaleidoscope of different breads, choice of soups (OK we tried them all!) desserts and cake. A lovely touch was a 'chillout zone' by the fire with inspirational books if you needed a break. In short I thoroughly enjoyed my day and am terribly proud and excited by the piece I made... definitely recommend. Thank you Kay and Cowshed Creative."

Zena adhberry reviewed: Raku pottery at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District National Park near Kendal and Windermere

"An exceptional and magical experience at Cowshed Creative. From learning how to form pinch pots to glazing, firing and smoking our Raku pieces, our tutor guided us with gentle humour and much considered kindness. Our hosts provided a delicious lunch including pudding and cakes on both days. The barn was warm and we could cosy up by the wood burning stove when in need of refreshments. A wonderfully engaging course, enhanced by the idyllic setting of the Kentmere Valley... thank you Cowshed Creative."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thank you Zeena for such lovely comments. Hope to see you again soon."

Marion Brown reviewed: Raku pottery at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District National Park near Kendal and Windermere

"The Raku course was such an enjoyable event. Two excellent days. Organisation was perfect as was the beautiful location. A lovely warm welcome from George on arrival. Chris was a fabulous, patient teacher and I made far more work than I expected even though I was a complete novice. The firing process was exciting and I loved the element of surprise as to how the glaze would turn out. Lunch and cakes by George both awesome. The barn was toasty warm and comfortable to work in. I wouldn't change a thing and would highly recommend taking this and any other course with Cowshed Creative."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks for such great feedback Marion. I will pass on your comments to Chris. Look forward to seeing you again."

Deborah Michel reviewed: Oil Painting Portraiture Skills with artist Cat MacDiarmid at Cowshed Creative, Lake District

"This was an excellent course for me. I found it very challenging but left with a very strong desire to improve my drawing. I even set a target of doing one quick portrait a day. Cowshed Creative is an excellent venue. There’s a roaring fire, excellent food and perfect hosts. Thanks"

Sharon reviewed: Oil Painting Portraiture Skills with artist Cat MacDiarmid at Cowshed Creative, Lake District

"Kat is a wonderful teacher and the course was brilliant from start to finish. I even have a new found love of charcoal after working with pencil for so long, thanks to techniques and methods that Kat has taught me. George and her husband were great hosts at cowshed providing a homely atmosphere alongside delicious food and friendly conversation. Thank you to all for a wonderful day."

susan landon reviewed: Willow garden structures at Cowshed Creative, the Lake District near Windermere

"A brilliant course. Hazel is a great teacher, she explains things clearly and thoroughly and has wonderful examples. She could interest and cope with all abilities, knows so much about felt, gave lots of inspiration and had amazing books about felt. The Cowshed is a lovely space, the fire was lit, lots of homemade delicious food including gluten free yummies. In all I felt very looked after and thoroughly enjoyed the day, just ace, totally recommend."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks Sue. I've passed all your lovely comments on to Hazel. So impressed by the stunning work everyone made. Hope to see you again."

Rosa reviewed: Felt Landscapes and Textured Panels at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District National Park

"Wonderful, gentle & kind teacher who dedicated every moment to our enjoyment & learning. Complete creative freedom & support. Absolutely loved it & would do it over and over again! Amaaaazing food & beautiful setting & nice warm fire & cups of tea ! Very peaceful and lovely and just fab, thank you!"

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks for such lovely comments Rosa. Hope your enjoying wearing the amazing 3d sunflower you created! Look forward to seeing you again."

Judith Stevens reviewed: Felt Landscapes and Textured Panels at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District National Park

"Excellent course, really good selection of materials and plenty of examples to help us to design our own pictures. Our tutor was lovely, really encouraging, helpful and patient. I was very impressed with the pictures I managed to produce. The setting is lovely with the most amazing log burner to keep us warm and cosy. The food was all home made and delicious. A truly wonderful experience, I will certainly keep my eye open for future courses here."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Lovely to meet you Judith and thanks for your lovely comments. Hope to see you again."

Yvonne reviewed: Mosaic in a day at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District National Park near Kendal and Windermere

"A really enjoyable day, a small friendly group of ladies who all supported one another. The tutor had time to spend with each individual which was good and the range of tiles and equipment was more than expected. The venue is brilliant and well thought out to accommodate a wide range of students. Our hostess was welcoming and the catering was excellent. It’s a little way out geographically but the drive is well worth the fabulous views. I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone who is looking for a lovely day of craft, company and good food. Well done the Cowshed x"

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks Yvonne. We so appreciate all your lovely comments and hope to see you again!"

Jacqui Kent reviewed: Mosaic in a day at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District National Park near Kendal and Windermere

"The mosaic class was excellent. It was a small, friendly class so we all had plenty of individual attention from our teacher Kay, and we had a good selection of materials to choose from. The barn is beautifully converted with a great atmosphere and an enormous wood burning stove to keep us warm. The lunch was delicious and plentiful with yummy cake in the afternoon. The day was great value for money, I'm very pleased with my mosaic and I'll definitely be going back to learn more."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks for all your lovely comments Jacqui. Hope to see you again!"

Suzanne bailey reviewed: Sterling silver jewellery

"I really enjoyed this course! The venue is amazing and I was made so very welcome by George and Jo. The workshop is extremely well organised, I felt like I learnt so much from the day. So many skills were covered and I would not hesitate to recommend it. I left with the most amazing necklace that I still can’t quite believe I made ! The group worked really well and I think everyone would agree we had a fantastic day ! Oh and I must mention the food ! Yum! We were fed and watered throughout the day including a very tasty lunch Thankyou!!!"

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks for such lovely comments. It was great to meet you and look forward to seeing you again soon."

Alison Leith reviewed: Abstract Landscape with Award Winning Artist Catherine MacDiarmid at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District

"Absolutely loved the venue - gorgeous Barn with huge logburner. George made us feel very welcome and provided some excellent lunch and a wide variety of dessert and homemade cakes."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks for such lovely comments. Hope to see you again."

Jo Butterworth reviewed: Sea Glass Jewellery at Cowshed Creative, the Lake District

"The location of Cowshed Creative is beautiful and the venue is roomy & homely. George is an attentive host - providing a good selection of drinks and delicious food (all homemade by the looks of it). We felt welcomed from the moment we arrived until the workshop ended. The course was great too; we learnt so much in a day and all came away with some beautiful jewellery. The only improvement I can suggest would be to make it a two day workshop, so that you could make more items and perfect the various techniques we learnt!!"

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Many thanks Jo for your lovely comments and helpful feedback. Will definitely look into the possibility of a 2 day workshop next year."

Sue Astbury reviewed: Abstract Landscape with Award Winning Artist Catherine MacDiarmid at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District

"Really enjoyed this course. Catherine was a great tutor, providing lots of guidance and encouragement. The venue was a lovely building, good location, but a little cramped for the activities. Food provided was generous and very tasty. Overall good value for money."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Thanks Sue for such positive feedback. You are right, we will definitely increase the table space for painting activities next time and provide some easels. Hope to see you again."

Olwen Swan reviewed: Lakeland Landscape - gouache & mixed media at Cowshed Creative in the Lake District National Park

"Really enjoyed my day at Watercolour Landscape at The Cowshed, wonderful place. Karen made the course so interesting and she so was very helpful. Can't knit or sew now with my fingers, but found I could manage the painting. New interest for me now. Thank you Karen and also George for her lovely home made food. Regards,Olwen Swan."

Cowshed Creative responded:

"Delighted you have found a new hobby and thank you for such lovely comments."