Latest reviews

Ash reviewed: Copper wire jewellery Workshop

"On arrival Kami was enthusiastic, welcoming and hospitable. There was an array of beautiful items to help inspire use to create our own piece, which was great as the session was geared towards what we wanted to make with her guidance. Kami was a very patient instructor showing us the many techniques we needed for the session. The two of us were making different pieces which meant there were different techniques at different stages of the process. Time seemed to fly by. We both ended up with our finished jewellery at the end of the session. We were so pleased with our efforts and with Kami’s instructions. A fab time. Highly recommended for creative novices like us. Thank you Kami. "

Mya Designs responded:

"What a lovely birthday surprise to spend some creative time together. You both had quite different designs in mind and great to see you achieve them. Ash you did great with hammering and forming your ring, and Kate, what a knockout design for your bracelet! I hope you'll continue to do more crafts, there's loads on this website. Thanks again for joining me. Take care x"

Sue Woodger reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Basket Making for Beginners/Improvers - Day Course at Cowshed Workshop, Tenterden, Kent

"Marianne. I really enjoyed the day with new people and leaning a new skill. It was great taking time out of my life. I find it hard to do new experiences on my own thank you for making it easy."

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Well done. Sue, for plucking up the courage to go and make your amazing basket. You stepped outside your bubble and had a lovely time! Hurray! May it encourage you to do that more often, just being bold and going for something you love the look of, trying your hand at something different, or perhaps at weaving a lampshade, or ornament, like a dragonfly, huge flower or sculptural item. It was a pleasure to have you on board. Wishing you lots of fun on your new journey."

Dave Shipley reviewed: Introduction to Woodturning - Full Day

"I recently attended the Introduction to woodturning - full day course with Rick. I have to say it was a great experience with a knowledgeable tutor. Rick was patient and explained really well to a complete beginner like myself on how to hold and use the tools and a lot more besides. He really is suited to teaching and does it well. There is a lot to take in but the payoff is coming away with a couple of completed projects which I feel proud to have produced ( although Rick got them over the line ). So if you are considering a course with Rick then do it you wont be disappointed. I am hoping to get back again at some point. Thanks Rick :)"

Rick Dobney Woodturning responded:

"Thanks for your kind review Dave, I'm glad you enjoyed your day. You are right to be proud of your pieces, you did well and covered so much in the day. I think the expression is "Rick helped me to get them over the line", this is typical for all students new to woodturning. I look forward to welcoming you back to my workshop in due course. All the best Rick"

Paul reviewed: Beginners 2 sterling silver stacking rings jewellery course

"I had a great morning with Sarah making a couple of silver rings for my daughters. Sarah is both skilled and knowledgeable and has a great teaching style. She is also very friendly which makes the course really enjoyable. Highly recommended."

Sarah Madsen Jewellery responded:

"Dear Paul, Thank you so much for taking the course with me. Really lovely to have taught you and thank you for taking the time to write a great review. All the best Sarah 🤗"

Billie Hawkins reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"My parents had a truly wonderful weekend with Sebastian and found the experience very rewarding and relaxing. Great value for money, if you are interested in Stone Carving this is definitely the course to do especially if you are beginners."

Ruth Martin reviewed: Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

"If you want to learn any skills in plaster, Ed is the guy to go to! I worked with Ed for 4 days one to one to learn plaster sledging which was super fun. I came away with a really well rounded knowledge of the techniques, some prefect plaster models and a kit to keep practicing the skills in my own studio. I also picked up lots of tips and tricks for working in plaster generally just through working in the studio with Ed! Basically can't recommend him more, and you'll get some great conversations and coffees along the way! Thanks again Ed! "

Alice reviewed: Cracket! 2 day beginners hand tool woodworking course

"Great!"

Clare reviewed: Make your own leather belt with Cazzy, a qualified saddler.

"A great course, fun and informative and I was really pleased with the belt I made. Cazzy is a fantastic instructor, the location is lovely and the quality of tools and materials very high. "

Strapped Leather responded:

"Aww thanks I loved meeting you both! Glad you enjoyed yourselves x"

Jill & Ian Kenna reviewed: Mandala Creation Dotting Workshop in Derbyshire

"This course was an anniversary present to each other and it did not disappoint. The whole experience was relaxing and fun and the time flew by. Tamsin is an excellent teacher - patient, kind, enthusiastic and encouraging as well as extremely talented. We had seen pictures on the website and thought that we would not be able to achieve anything like that standard but, thanks to Tamsin's step by step instructions and demonstrations, we did. She had the ability to be at the other end of the table helping someone else but still spotting that you needed guidance or were hesitating over something. She gave equal attention to us all and was extremely affirmative at every stage. Kits were available to purchase at the end which contained everything we had used on the course so we could continue our Mandala journey if we wished. However there was absolutely no pressure to buy one. The studio was lovely, the atmosphere relaxed and, even though we over-ran at the end, Tamsin did not rush us but allowed us to continue until we had finished. We would definitely recommend this course."

Tamdala responded:

"Thankyou so much for your amazing review Ian and Jill. I am so pleased you enjoyed this experience and created a lovely memory for your anniversary. It was a pleasure to meet you both and watch you both create fabulous dot mandalas. Happy dotting xx"

Laura R reviewed: Celtic Knitting with June Kerr

"Really fun course. All supplies were provided - only had to bring yourself to the class. Great instruction and assistance. Southlands Arts Centre is also a nice location. "

Laura R reviewed: Gelli Plate Printmaking - Introduction, The Art of Pattern & Texture

"Great course! Everything was included - no need to bring anything but yourself, an apron, and creativity. Lots of examples, ideas, explanations, demonstrations, and encouragement by Karen. The venue was also nice - the room had everything we needed and there is a cafe and a shop with lots of work from local artists. "

Karen Patricia Hendry responded:

"Thank you Laura. I’m so glad you had such a lovely day. And you were so productive and experimental too. Yes, I totally agree it is a lovely venue. "

Debbie Andrew reviewed: lamp with Lushious Lampshades

"My daughter and I enjoyed a fabulous afternoon making our very own lampshades. Helga's tuition was very informative, helpful and encouraging. We'd love to try another workshop!"

Colourbuzz responded:

"Thanks Debbie, that's lovely to hear. It was great spending the afternoon in such wonderful company and your lampshades were truly luscious! Helga "

Stewart Noble reviewed: Box making for beginners

"I really enjoyed my day with Andrew and the course was interesting and useful. I learned a lot. He is a good teacher. The box is lovely!"

Lee Furniture responded:

"Thanks Stuart, glad you enjoyed the day, enjoy your box."

Bert reviewed: Building and weaving a side chair or arm chair at The Quiet Workshop

"Overall, the chair-making course is a really great experience. StJohn and Bryony are superb hosts that make the week an enjoyable time to spend in a workshop. I learned a lot during the week and feel confident that with a minimal set of tools I could get into making more furniture in the future. "

Bert reviewed: Arm chair extension day

"Overall, the chair-making course is a really great experience. StJohn and Bryony are superb hosts that make the week an enjoyable time to spend in a workshop. I learned a lot during the week and feel confident that with a minimal set of tools I could get into making more furniture in the future. "

Tracy reviewed: Glass blowing day experience

"What a great course for someone who loves glass, Jo and Maude were exceptional, explaining things really clearly, keeping us safe at all times, very patient!! & most of all so helpful when working with molten glass. I loved the experience, it was brought for me as a birthday gift by my husband & can't wait to see the final results. A big thank you also to all involved, including the other students, for taking so many wonderful photos, to keep as a memento of the day & working as a team."

Bransfield Glassmakers responded:

"Thanks so much, Tracy! I'll pass your kind comments straight on to Jo and Maude. Much appreciated. Alison"

Karen Rothery reviewed: 1 and 2 Colour Lino cutting and printing - (Art in the Barn) Tuesday 21st October 2025

"I learned to Lino print with Liz a couple of years ago and returned to learn multi colour printing this time. As always, Alison and Liz made the day a relaxed and creative one, supporting all attendees individually as needed, encouraging and positively helpful throughout the day and I left with a new skill I will definitely be using. The barn is a wonderful space and the welcome from Alison and Liz always warm. Another really good experience I can recommend."

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Hi Karen, Good to hear from you and thank you for taking the time to let us know about your workshop with us yesterday - it's always a pleasure working with you. You created a beautiful print, showing skill and understanding of reduction printing, with lots of potential for further development. I hope your third colour is equally successful. Happy cutting and printing. VBW Alison and Liz "

Eiméar Fossey reviewed: Fused Glass Workshop - Tea Light / Votive Candle Holder

"Love this course. Excellent teaching & support and great fun and biscuits"

Rob reviewed: Lathe turning for beginners with Thompsons Wood

"Great course, had a good time learning some lathe turning techniques with Jake who brought a load of positive energy and instructed very well without being overbearing. Highly recommend this course, I had no prior experience and got on great."

Lynn Hill reviewed: Lampshade Making Workshop {own fabric}

"Wonderful course and highly recommend! Caroline took us through, step by step, giving advice and support at every stage. I have a wonderful, professional looking, lampshade which I am very proud of! "

Rock n Wool Creations responded:

"Oh thank you Lynn, that's really kind of you! I'm thrilled that you love it and enjoyed our morning . Hope to see you again soon. Best regards Caroline xx "

Susie Hilbert reviewed: Full day leather craft workshop

"My husband surprised me with a Full Day Leather Craft Workshop for our 3rd anniversary (because, well, leather - and I really enjoy making things by hand). We both absolutely loved it . We learned a ton of new skills, gleaned some fascinating information and came away with some (eventually!) rather professional looking handmade leather gifts for each other. Rosanna is lovely. She’s a brilliant teacher, and went way out of her way to make sure all three of us on the course got out of it what we were individually looking for. She’s also very welcoming. I think we all felt relaxed and at home. The first part of the day was a bit intense (steep learning curve!) but the whole day was an absolute buzz. I can’t recommend it enough - whether you want to learn something new, or (like us) find a memorable way to spend your 3rd anniversary. "

Gina reviewed: Paint a Zentangle Platter

"My daughter and I spent a wonderful 3 hours back in February completing our zentangle platters. Saz provided lots of help and encouragement and the finished platters came out really well despite my shaky hands and lack of artistic ability 😄. "

Joanna reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Had a really lovely day. Jolene was really welcoming and lovely. I'm so happy with my bangles and rings"

Jolene Smith responded:

"Thanks for the review so lovely to meet you I really enjoyed the day and you were so creative"

Alex reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"Great day! Had a lot of fun and learnt a lot. Made a pendant, knife and a fire poker all of which I got to take home. Good guidance but also left alone enough to try out what youve just learnt. Would highly recommend!"

Grace reviewed: Beginners Lino Print Workshop

"A brilliant course. My sister and I took our mum for her birthday as she had always wanted to try it. Cat is a fantastic teacher - I felt like we achieved and learnt a lot in 3 hours and came home with some prints we were all really proud of. A really lovely way to spend the day. We’ll be back for another Lino printing course soon!"

CatKing Artwork responded:

"Hi Grace Thanks for your kind review. It was a pleasure to teach you three. Hope to see you back soon, Cat"