Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios

Contact name: Laura Barnes

67
Total bookings

Rating

(54)

over 3 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

My name is Laura Barnes and I have my own studio in an original mill warehouse in the moor town of Todmorden, West Yorkshire. I run all my craft courses from here and create my animal portrait commissions. With 26 years experience in commercial mosaic and other crafts, including working with the National Trust and Crafts Council, I now offer tutoring to small groups. I have a fantastic mix of materials and tools and a very spacious workshop where I run classes in mosaic, leaded stained glass and willow weaving all year round.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Todmorden

Full Day Mosaic For Indoors or Outdoors on slate with Laura Barnes.

Next date: 20th Apr 2024

4 places left

(12)

£90.00

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Todmorden

Half day glass cutting for mosaic workshops with Laura Barnes.

Next date: 20th Apr 2024

6 places left

(3)

£50.00

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Todmorden

Half day mosaic workshops with Laura Barnes.

Next date: 20th Apr 2024

6 places left

(15)

£50.00

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Todmorden

Hares and Hedgehogs mosaic day

Next date: 24th Apr 2024

4 places left

(1)

£90.00

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Todmorden

Highland Cow willow sculpture.

Next date: 20th Apr 2024

£200.00

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Handcrafted gift

Mosaic Bespoke Pet Portraits.

1 item left

(2)

£450.00

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Handcrafted gift

Mosaic stepping stone.

1 item left

£160.00

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Todmorden

Two day Leaded Stained Glass panel making.

Next date: 25th Apr 2024

4 places left

(17)

£195.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

14 Apr 24'

Lesley Rafferty reviewed: Two day Leaded Stained Glass panel making.

"Just completed a two day leaded stained glass course with Laura and loved every minute of it. It was relaxed, informative, creative, challenging and fun all at once. Can't thank Laura enough for making us feel so welcome at the studio, hopefully see you again soon - Lesley & Si x"

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"Hello Simon and Lesley! I was just admiring your beautiful panel photos and this review came through. For a first go at this technique-heavy course I was delighted at how quickly you both got a grip of it. Really well done... and thank you for choosing this workshop, I enjoyed teaching you. "

5 Apr 24'

Jill and Ian reviewed: Hares and Hedgehogs mosaic day

"We really enjoyed this one day Mosaic course. It was just what we were hoping for. Laura was very patient and helpful and we created a lovely mosaic each. This was our first attempt at Mosaic work and we were thrilled with the outcome."

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"Hi Jill! Thank you so much for your review. Both of your lovely mosaics are now on course images for this very course! Lovely to meet you both, come again. Laura. "

26 Mar 24'

Julie Mackenzie reviewed: Half day mosaic workshops with Laura Barnes.

"Three of us attended a half-day course in mosaics with Laura. None of us had any previous experience, but we arrived with enthusiasm and a few ideas on what animal we wanted to attempt. We were made very welcome by Laura and shown what to do in a friendly and informal environment. Laura shared her skills, and the experience was really enjoyable. We were absolutely thrilled with our final efforts which we took home and hung in our gardens. I thoroughly recommend this craft session to anyone who enjoys a new artistic challenge. "

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"Hi Julie, thanks so much for your review! I love to share my knowledge with people and you all made beautiful mosaic work. I hope the mosaics enhance your garden throughout the year. Lovely to hear back from you. Laura.."

1 Mar 24'

Andrea Abbas reviewed: Willow Hares, Bees & Stag heads

"I had such an enjoyable and relaxing day making a Willow Hare. Laura was ever so patient and guided me through each step. I’ve travelled all the way from Cumbria but it was certainly worth it. Had a great day. Thanks very much Laura! Would love to come back for more!"

Laura Barnes Crafty Fox Studios responded:

"Oh you are so welcome! Love your hare sculpture which isn't easy but you took to the craft quickly. Well done and I thank you for your review. Would be great to work with you again! Laura. "