Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses reviews

26 Mar 23'

Ian reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"This course is great. I wanted to get back to basics and really practise marking out, cutting by hand and being shown how to hand plane properly. Ted gave some great advice and I've learnt loads. The day flies by and I really feel I'll be making better projects in the future. Would highly recommend. "

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Cheers Ian thanks for the kind words and keep polishing those chisels etc 👍👍 I'm pretty certain that you have some great skills at hand and your knowledge is also excellent. Hope you can come along again soon. Happy woodworking and kind regards Ted 😎👍"

4 Mar 23'

Tracy reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"Really enjoyed the day, learned lots throughout the day, it flew by! Ted is really knowledgeable and makes you feel at ease. Would recommend this course. He also makes a good cup of tea!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Tracy it was a pleasure working with you and I hope you make some great wood work in the future. 👍👍👍😎 Ted "

26 Feb 23'

Gabriel reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"Really informative and useful day. I picked up loads of tips which I hope to put to good use soon. Ted was a great (and very patient) teacher too. Thanks again!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Gabriel I'm sure you will find some of the knowledge useful in your woodworking projects as you had a very good methodical approach which is ideal for any crafts person. Kind regards Ted "

15 Feb 23'

Kev Dunn reviewed: Electric guitar (6 String) Building day course

"Brilliant course, I have learnt so much in such a short amount of time, from advice to the build, I throughly enjoyed it, the guitar is great with no issues, as for Ted, a very skilled person indeed and to make it even more enjoyable we found out we were old school friends from long ago, I can't praise Ted and the course enough, it is worth every penny, thanks Ted for a cracking day :-) "

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Kev it was a good chance to chat about a time I'd forgotten about. So glad you liked the guitar course and let me know how you get on with it etc. Look forward to seeing you soon bud. Keep on rocking 👍👍👍😎 T "

6 Feb 23'

David Linnell reviewed: Guitar Strumstick Dulcimer 3 strings instrument

"What an amazing experience! Did this course with very limited woodworking experience - Ted was lovely, chatty, helpful and engaging as he talked us through how to create a dulcimer. I'm genuinely blown away that we could achieve so much in the day! We got to use a variety of techniques - and also understood WHY we were using them, how to adapt along the way, when to be precise and how to build on the skills. Really pleased and would recommend the course to anyone!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks for the kind words David it was a pleasure to work with you both last Saturday. I hope you and your mum get many happy hours strumming together. It was a lot of fun and I hope you use the instrument in your band sometime. Kind regards Ted "

6 Feb 23'

Rob Snape reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"Had an amazing day with Ted in his workshop! He's a great guy with some fantastic stories, and his woodworking knowledge was second-to-none. I learned so much on the day and there were lots of tips I took away to use in my own woodworking. I'll definitely be back soon for another course with Ted!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Cheers Rob I hope you find time to use those skills and make some interesting work, I also look forward to seeing you again soon on another course. Kind regards Ted "

31 Jan 23'

Tony Quinn reviewed: Foot stool making day

"I have just completed the foot stool making day. The whole experience was very enjoyable and you actually get to make something that you can be proud of and take home. If you are are interested in woodworking this is a great way to learn how to use hand held and machine tools to make something from a design and templates out of solid oak. The tutor Ted is very friendly, helpful and patient as you work through each stage of the work in progress towards completion. I can highly recommend Ted and this day course on woodworking."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Tony I really appreciate your kind words and our chat on art. Hope the stool comes in handy and looks forward to seeing you on another course my friend. If you get chance go see the paintings in the Lady Lever Museum. Kind regards Ted "

22 Jan 23'

Lisa reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"I had a really good day. Ted showed me what I was about to make and I didn’t believe that it was possible. With Ted’s help and guidance though I was able to do it. Ted made the day fun and I learned a lot. I’ll be booking my next course very soon."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Lisa your skills were excellent to start with and I think that you will be able to master woodworking in your home life too. Glad to assist you with the bandsaw box and look forward to seeing you soon. Kind regards Ted "

11 Jan 23'

Kevin Simmons reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"Had a great day, learned loads and throughly enjoyed it. Day flew by and will definitely book another course. Ted is a really nice teacher, takes his time and tailors the course to meet your needs"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Kevin you have some good skills at hand my friend. See you some time soon. Kind regards Ted "

10 Jan 23'

Rosie reviewed: Guitar Strumstick Dulcimer 3 strings instrument

"Absolutely fabulous course. Ted has a brilliant way of teaching and I am thrilled with the Strumstick Dulcimer - I can't quite believe I made it! I would highly recommend this course or any of the several that Ted runs for anyone interested in improving their woodworking skills."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Rosie made a fantastic instrument that she will be proud of for many years to come. I must add that her hand to eye skills were 10 out of 10. Nothing seemed to hard for her and she was great company too. The shaping of the neck was truly beautiful so well done Rosie. Look forward to seeing you soon. Kind regards Ted "

2 Jan 23'

Richard / Sam reviewed: Woodworking Machinery Techniques and use.

"I bought this course (one day woodworking machinery) for my son (18yrs) because he’d taken to ‘helping himself’ to my various cutting power tools without any knowledge of what he was doing! He seemed to really enjoy himself. He found Ted very friendly and helpful and came home reporting of the many power tools he’d used. He’d also made a lovely little box with some very neat joints and had a go at some other joints as well. Thumbs up 👍 for Ted’s course from us. Hopefully we’ll get on another one. Thanks."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Richard your Sam did get stuck in on his day and hopefully learned a few things too. Look forward to seeing him again on another course soon mate. Kind regards Ted "

13 Dec 22'

David S reviewed: Marquetry inlay design course

"Excellent course, very informative,Ted good tutor "

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks David Im looking forward to seeing you in the new year on the basic Woodworking day. We'll done today and you were excellent company too. 😉👍👍👍 Ted "

17 Nov 22'

Robert Berry reviewed: Guitar Strumstick Dulcimer 3 strings instrument

"I went on the Strumstick Dulcimer course and ended with a lovely instrument which plays a great sounding tune! Ted was very informative about all the techniques required and encouraged me to take these on so that I was able to work the wood to a level I did not believe possible. Ted was great company with many tales of music and musicians from the 60s 70s and 80s especially, and the day sped along happily. It was a fantastic experience, a lovely gift idea, and a refreshing break from my regular responsibilities. Many thanks Ted!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Robert for those extremely kind words. I hope you have many happy hours with your new handmade strumstick. We did cover many things during the day and it was obvious that you have a lot of skills at your fingertips too. Look forward to seeing you soon in the near future my friend. Thank you again Ted 😉"

6 Nov 22'

Hans & Stijn Marynissen reviewed: Guitar Strumstick Dulcimer 3 strings instrument

"What a brilliant day we had. This course was a birthday gift for my son and me. Neither of us had any fine woodworking experience. But Ted is a great teacher, very safety conscious and we felt at ease immediately. We learned so much about all aspects of fine woodworking and the course lets you glimpse into the fascinating world of the luthier. Such attention to detail, such craftsmanship. You’ll never look at a guitar in the same way. We were amazed on how our own efforts turned out. You start the day with a stick and you have a fine musical instrument at the end of it to take home and play. And what fun we had in the process, hands down the best workshop we’ve ever done. Ted is very knowledgeable about his craft and music but also has a great sense of humour and is full of stories. There was gratuitous banter as well as outright favouritism when it came to tool choice. I still have to file the complaint. Honestly, a fantastic day, thank you."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks so much for your kind response. They worked very well on the strumstick dulcimers and the time flew by quickly. I'm looking forward to seeing them again soon. Hope they don't drive you mad with there version of Dueling Banjos. 😎👍👍"

31 Oct 22'

Ray Lewis reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"I enjoyed my day with Ted. I had never had any formal training in woodworking and needed the basics. I completed 4 joints which I could take home and show the family. "

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Raymond you certainly have some good skills at your fingertips my friend. Look forward to seeing you soon on another course? Your welcome any time 👍👍👍 kind regards Ted 😎"

10 Oct 22'

Richard Long reviewed: Clock making day

"Excellent course, delivery very knowledgeable. Learnt a lot and not just about the item I was making as picked up some very useful tips on a wide variety of woodworking activities."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Richard you and Chris are welcome on any of these courses in the future my friend. I hope the clock keeps ticking and Chris masters the Strumstick ???"

5 Oct 22'

Tor Inge Dolve reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Ted is highly competent and has a highly developed sense of humor."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Tor, Well done on the Bandsaw box day and please come back soon for another course next year. I hope you get back to Norway safely with good memories of the woodworking day course. Regards Ted"

13 Sep 22'

Eliza reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"Booked this course for my boyfriends birthday! He said he had the best day. Ted was personable, patient and informative! They had a really good laugh (even his Dad jokes!). He learnt a lot and will definitely be going back to make some of the instruments. Thank you for a cracking day. Would highly recommend. "

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thank you Eliza for a super quick review and the booking. Yes Jake was a good learner and a very positive person indeed.... And we did seem to chat rather a lot. Remember Xmas is around the corner so I hope to see you both on another course soon making presents for your family etc. Thanks again Ted. "

28 Jul 22'

Lyne Looker-Revell reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"Both my Son and I enjoyed our day learning important new skills. Ted was very patient and understanding. Would love to come back to learn door hanging! Looking forward to having a practice at some joints at home. Thanks Ted!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Lynette you and your son did very well on the day and You had a good hand skills which was a pleasure to see up close. Look forward to seeing you soon ??? Kind regards Ted "

17 Jul 22'

Ian c, Wolverhampton reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"As a retiree who has never done woodwork before this was first class. Tim/Ted welcoming, great tutor, encouraging, helpful, down to earth good guy. Will be back for more. "

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Ian if you do get a little workshop sorted please send me a picture. Look forward to seeing you soon on the Dovetail or bandsaw course etc. Kind regards T "

30 May 22'

Teresa reviewed: Woodworking Day Course

"I found Ted friendly and accomodated my endless questions! I feel i learned a lot in a short length of time and was quite proud of myself. Well worth spending a day on. In fact i may book another..."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Teresa Looking forward to our next meeting very soon and please send me any pics of the woodworking you do at home. The joints you made were very nice also you did well with the hand plane. If you need any advice you have my number! kind regards T"

20 May 22'

Carole reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Thank you for a really enjoyable day. I am delighted with my finished box. I truly didn’t expect to achieve such a result. All down to your encouragement and entertaining tuition."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Carole it was a pleasure to work with you both. Looking forward to hearing from you again soon. Kind wishes to the WI Ted x"

20 May 22'

Valerie Moreland reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Thanks Ted for an excellent day. With your great tuition I have returned home with my bandsaw box and I am delighted. Thanks also for the music. Valerie."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Excellent day Valerie so glad to meet you and hope the WI are pleased with your beautiful bandsaw box. Kind regards Ted Ps hope to c u soon on another course ???"

5 May 22'

Ingrid reviewed: Guitar Strumstick Dulcimer 3 strings instrument

"We have had an excellent day making our Strumstick Dulcimers with Ted. I am a complete novice at woodworking, and my husband had some experience. We were patiently guided through the process, introduced to all sorts of tools and made our very own instruments with just a little helping hand every now and then! And were entertained with stories and anecdotes. All we need to do now is learn to play our Strumsticks."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thank you Ingrid you and Peter were such great people and I had a good time too. So glad we managed to build both instruments to a good standard. If you do feel like another course just get in touch OK? Kind regards Ted "

28 Apr 22'

Andy Humphrey reviewed: Electric guitar (6 String) Building day course

"Excellent day with Ted. There was some work to do on the guitar kit supplied that was even ok for a DIY amateur like myself. Expertly guided by Ted throughout with tea, friendly chat between advice and knowledge regarding both the building and construction of guitars. At the end of the day I am sure Ted made my guitar sound far better then I ever will with my limited abilities. I would recommend this course without hesitation for anyone remotely interested in guitars and guitar construction."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thank you Andy. It was good to work with you on this build; some go together quite nicely indeed. Hope it gives you many hours of pleasure and a basic idea of the principles of a guitar's construction. If you want to build a 3-string Strumstick in the future you know where to come my friend. Kind regards Ted"