Woodturning Absolute Beginners

Mark reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"Very informative, learned a lot of technique and general knowledge about the equipment and tools. I even managed to turn a nice little wooden vase which I definitely wouldn’t have been able to do without having been on the course "

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks Mark, I hope to see you on another course in the future."

David Mills reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"A really enjoyable day. Its been a long time since I used a lathe but Paul's instruction and reassuring manner enable me to recapture my confidence. His tips and techniques from sharpening tools to good turning techniques resulted in the production of a vase I was pleased to take home. I now have confidence to get woodturning again. Thanks for the tea and the lunch too. Recommended."

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feeback David, good luck with your return to woodturning! "

Sandy reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"Great introduction to woodturning. Paul is very knowledgeable & experienced. Came away knowing enough to have a go on my own. And very pleased with my bud vase!"

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks Sandy, good luck with your own creations!"

Tom reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"This was an excellent course which I thoroughly enjoyed and learnt a lot from. It was well structured, starting with all the safety issues, going on to the setting up of a piece on the lathe and then looking at the various techniques of using chisels. Paul is a good communicator and explains things in a clear way. During the practical work he kept a close eye on each participant, giving advice and tips the whole time. "

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feedback Tom. I'm glad you found the day useful."

David reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"A most enjoyable day with Paul. I have never done wood turning before but at the end of the day I came home with a rather nice vase (and a satisfied smile on my face). Plenty of tea and coffee was available and Paul's wife provided a lovely lunch. Paul was very patient with me and the other complete beginners. Recommended."

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feedback David. I'm glad you enjoyed the day."

Paul reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"Paul was very knowledgeable and very patient, always available for additional support and advice as required. We came away with a lovely bud vase each which will take pride of place in our home. A tasty lunch and plentiful teas/coffees supplied throughout the day by Paul's wife made this a great experience to remember. Thankyou Paul."

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for your feedback Paul, it was a pleasure."

Avril Wareing reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"I was extremely disappointed with this course that I bought as an 18th birthday gift for my grandson. Described as a ‘beginners’ course, my grandson, who has no experience of woodwork but was keen to have a go, found himself in a group with three older men who all had considerable experience. My grandson was totally out of his depth and there was no consideration of his being an actual beginner. Having expected him to come out with a small memento of a pleasant day that he could keep as a reminder of his special birthday, he is totally disillusioned and has no interest in taking his interest in woodwork any further. This course is not inexpensive so I regret having wasted time and money that would’ve been better spent in any other way. "

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"The course is aimed at complete novices and no prior knowledge or experience is assumed or required and I have been running these courses for nearly 20 years without a single complaint for both adults and children. Actually, two of the other three people were complete beginners, the third had limited experience in other aspects of woodworking but none of the three would have booked the beginners course if they were "considerably experienced " as I offer more appropriate courses for people at that level. Had your grandson completed the day, I'm sure he would have gone away with the small memento but instead, he gave up. I offered your grandson additional support, which he declined to take up and I also emailed you to offer time for your grandson to return to complete the course, potentially with additional one to one support (as he was obviously struggling on the day) but I received no response. The offer is still open if you wish to contact me directly to discuss."

Jodi reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"I bought the beginners woodturning course for my husband and me. It was a great day. There were four of us on the course and we were all amazed we came away with such a lovely looking bud vase at the end of it. Paul was very knowledgable and the homemade lunch made by his lovely wife was fab! "

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feedback Jodi. I hope you do more turning in the future. "

B Terry reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"Really good introduction to wood turning. Shown and practiced various techniques and cuts. Lovely lunch included and all very friendly. "

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed the day."

Tony reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"Fantastic day, so friendly and professional. Very recommended"

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks Tony, I'm glad you enjoyed the day."

Peter Harvey reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"A really fantastic day with Paul, for me a total beginner. Always liked wood products, the infinite grain patterns and colours, to be able to craft something myself was just great. Thanks Paul"

Chris howard reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"Fantastic course. I had an excellent day and really pleased with what I made. Paul is extremely knowledgeable and very patient making sure I got to grips with using the tools correctly. He also went above and beyond going through other aspects of wood working. I would highly recommend this course. Thanks Paul!"

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feedback Chris. I'm glad you enjoyed the day."

Gary Smith reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"Great day, really informative and a worthwhile experience. Being able to practically create something was fantastic. A delicious lunch was provided and I would recommend the day."

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the review. I'm glad you enjoyed the day."

Richard Worrall reviewed: Woodturning Absolute Beginners

"Fantastic course by Paul Hannaby, lovely cozy workshop. Paul was very patient, he took us through the safety aspects of using a lathe, tutored us in tool sharpening and all the basic cuts in Woodturning, definitely recommend for the beginner, as with most craftwork, it’s harder than it looks until you know some of the tricks of the trade, then it’s practice, practice, practice. Thank you Paul, will be back for an ‘Improvers Course’ when I’ve practiced some more."

Paul Hannaby Creative Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for the feedback Richard. I'm glad you enjoyed the day and I look forward to next time."