Latest reviews

Paul Carabini reviewed: Taster pottery throwing lesson (various dates)

"My wife and I attended the afternoon beginners course. It was a really enjoyable afternoon. Jack the instructor was very personable and helpful. He gave us all the training and support we needed and made it a fun experience. I would definitely recommend!"

Diane reviewed: Mosaic workshop in Hornsea coastal town

"Excellent day, very enjoyable. Learned lots & came home with a fabulous mosaic!"

Mosaic Mosaic responded:

"Many thanks Diane, Glad you enjoyed it. I think I enjoy myself as must as everyone else. It is fun meeting everyone. Thanks for coming."

Rebecca reviewed: Fused glass workshops for all

"I had a fantastic time on this course. Karen was friendly and informative and really helped me let my creative juices flow! We got great instruction, plenty of materials to pick from and beautiful ideas to get you started. I love the pieces I created and had such fun doing it!"

Sarah Ford reviewed: One day beginners painting course with Sue O'Mara Art - all materials provided

"I thoroughly enjoyed the oil painting day course with Sue. She is warm, welcoming and knowledgeable not to mention full of great tips. I surprised myself with the winter scene that I was able to create with Sue’s support and guidance. The day was well paced and I enjoyed every minute. Highly recommended."

Nina Sergison reviewed: Fused glass Christmas decorations (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"As a complete beginner to working with glass I thought the course was relaxed (deceptively so, as we made lots of Xmas decs ), interesting and very informative ! Lots of encouragement and help from Martin ! The hamlet looks interesting and on a nice day I’m sure would be worth a wander round with a nice cafe and toilets. Seriously considering enrolling for the 10 wk course."

Wendy May reviewed: Modern calligraphy (full day workshop) - Hampshire

"Long an admirer of modern calligraphy, I decided I'd learn it myself. Sunita is the perfect teacher. She has a warm and friendly style which puts everyone at their ease. She explains the various steps to learn different letter shapes in a simple way, encouraging questions, and then lets students practise before explaining more. In between demonstrations, she walked from table to table helping students. She moved on to showing different types of writing - including how to "bounce" words (letters joined up but each at different heights, which is typical of modern calligraphy). She then encouraged everyone to complete their own projects - cards, bookmarks, gift tags, etc - using materials she supplied. All in all, I loved the workshop and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking to learn or impove their modern calligraphy skills."

Pauline Manners reviewed: Christmas Pudding - needle felting workshop with The Lady Moth

"What a nice person and what an excellent teacher, thank you Zenia. I have done a number of sessions and really enjoyed them all. Even as a total beginner kind and patient help meant I was able to be really pleased with my first attempt at a little fox."

Jonathan Newell reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"What a superb day! Two friendly, helpful and enthusiastic leaders. Home made flapjack and biscuits with tea and coffee when I arrived. Home made cake at the end of the day . Two projects demonstrated and made successfully . Great companions all working hard and cheerfully . What a splendid day! I'm looking on the website to see if I can go again. Thank you all so much ."

Katrina reviewed: Textile landscape workshop in Dorset

"Imogen was warmly welcoming, calm, organised, clear and patient in delivering this workshop. She encouraged free use of imagination and experimenting with colours, textures and effects based on initial ideas - of which she provided many. It inspired me to just take the plunge, as did the support and encouragement between all participants - what a great atmosphere and also an opportunity to meet people of like mind. The lunch was delicious (how did Imogen manage all this?) and gave the added bonus of relaxed conversation - plenty of coffee/tea/biscuits throughout the day too. Ditching my problematic electric machine, the timely loan of a vintage hand-cranked Singer helped to avoid disappointment. I've now cleaned up and learned how to navigate the intricacies of a vintage Singer previously languishing in the shed at home."

Imogen Bittner Studio responded:

"I'm very pleased that you have renovated your old Singer as I personally find them easier to use, as I think you did mine, on the day. I'm even more pleased that you enjoyed the day and want to continue to work in this way. I thought your use of fabric was innovative and your subtle use of colour produced a really delicate and well thought out piece of work. Your presence on the course added to the very enjoyable atmosphere and I would welcome you back, should you wish to try another."

Maria Sheridan reviewed: Willow Ethical Trophy Stag Head sculpture course with Joe Gregory at Creative with Nature Todmorden, West Yorkshire

"The ethical trophy stag head sculpture workshop was a lot of fun with excellent tuition from Joe. We learnt so much about willow and how it was grown and treated before we worked with it. I knew so little about it before and now I'd like to craft with it again. I'll definitely be booking another workshop in the very near future."

Creative with Nature Ltd responded:

"really happy you enjoyed the course maria. xxx"

Tracey reviewed: Metal jewellery and silversmithing, beginner to intermediate, 4 weeks.

"Tracey is an excellent teacher with a great sense of humour. I attended one of her workshops with my daughters and niece and I was amazed at how much we made in such a short amount of time. Tracey somehow managed to balance all the health and safety stuff with a fun and relaxed approach. We learnt a lot in a few hours and came away with lots of silver treasures. My daughters and niece are really proud of their rings and earrings. I have previously attended silver making night classes where I achieved very little over weeks and weeks. Tracey's courses are quite different. I would recommend this course without hesitation."

Kate Lee reviewed: Modern calligraphy (full day workshop) - Hampshire

"What a fantastic day, from the moment of arrival to ending. Great content, very informative and no question went unanswered. Sunita has a great ability to teach in a very easy to understand way. The tools and ideas were perfect. Highly recommend to anyone that us thinking of a calligraphy course."

Nicola Spence reviewed: Modern calligraphy (full day workshop) - Hampshire

"Great teacher, explained everything clearly. Would recommend for anyone, you will have a new love for calligraphy by the end of the day, can't recommend highly enough."

Carol Greenwood reviewed: Fused Glass Half Day

"My daughter purchased a session as a birthday surprise and something we could do together. I was initially a bit nervous because I'm not creative and my daughter is. However, Julie soon put me at ease and I thoroughly enjoyed my session. I was quite blown away by the amount of different products in Julie's workshop - lots of beautiful colours and different textures that I found it hard to choose; like being a kid in a sweetie shop. Julie was very friendly, knowledgeable and encouraging. She was there each step of the process and gave advice but not in an overbearing manner so I felt very comfortable attempting to produce my own glass objects. Julie's mince pies and apple pies which went down well with our tea/coffee. I had a thoroughly enjoyable session and will be returning."

Caroline reviewed: Glass Fusing for beginners

"Absolutely brilliant! A wonderfully productive day learning new skills and discovering new crafts. With two Angel Tealight holders made and a beautiful Christmas decoration too I am thrilled at the value for money, and we got lunch and cake! I will be back."

Anne Farnell reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Beginners glass fusing workshops in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"I attended the beginners fused glass workshop at the Quilt Cabin a couple of weeks ago. It was such a lovely day - very well organised with a lovely group of ladies & Melanie was an excellent teacher. All materials were provided , including a nice lunch & refreshments . I’ve just collected my pieces after they’ve been fired & I'm so pleased with them. An excellent day & really good value. Looking forward to another one next year."

Phil Charters reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Absolutely brilliant course. Adrian and Andy hit just the right balance of instruction and letting you get on with it. Debbie's food is excellent, home baked bread and cakes?! The place is amazing and the equipment and knowledge is spot on. Great day out which lets you take home something unique and self-made."

John Collins reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This was without doubt one of the best days of my longish life, the hospitality was excellent and the tuition of teaching an old dog new tricks was second to none, so proud of myself. I will definitely be back for more in the future. Thank you all for a wonderful day. John Collins"

Matt Cooke reviewed: Hammered/ stamped silver ring workshop

"I did a ring making course. 3 hours really well spent. I went home with a hammered textured silver ring bespoke to me. Karen is a patient, and friendly tutor whose experience and skill is manifest in the outcomes people went home with. A great set of skills and a variety of courses available. I would heartily recommend this course."

BENCH space responded:

"Many thanks for your feedback! It's always great to hear that the workshop was enjoyable and that you love your jewellery. We look forward to seeing you again for more adventures in making!"

Leslie reviewed: A relaxing day of clay making

"I attended both the pottery making day and the glazing day...what a treat. I made 15 pieces, my Christmas shopping is sorted! But that’s not all, these two days were like going on holiday for a week, calm tranquil creativity, wonderful wholesome lunch and incredible chocolate chip cookies! Highly recommended !"

Emma Smith reviewed: Silver clay Warwickshire

"Fantastic experience and a very enjoyable day. I was a complete novice, having never made anything before - Kate is very encouraging, really good at explaining what you need to do step by step, demonstrating each of the processes and great at supporting you with your ideas of what to create. It was lovely to meet new people, who all made the day even more special. The setting of the course at the Jenny Ring was great, we were very well looked after with refreshments, lunch, cake and prosecco!! I would highly recommend the experience. Thank you for a great day x"

Lynne Grane reviewed: Spinning rings workshop

"What a fabulous day! Kate is a brilliant teacher and very patient, I met some lovely ladies and enjoyed the whole experience, wouldn't hesitate to recommend these courses and would love to do it again sometime."

Albee reviewed: Wildlife photography weekend

"I found Sid incredibly informative, patient and a great teacher. For me being able to get close to a variety of English wildlife was simply fabulous and I am absolutely thrilled with my photos. I can’t wait to do another course with Sid!"

Going Digital Devon and Cornwall responded:

"Thank you for your kind words Albee, it was a real pleasure to share the experience with you, I look forward to seeing you again soon..."

Sophie reviewed: Adults friday morning art club Colchester

"I’ve attended two of Queen Street Art School classes. Kirstin and Aniela made me feel welcome and comfortable. This is a great way to learn new techniques, have fun and discover your inner creativity. All of the materials are of top quality and the studio is a calm environment to be creative. I would highly recommend booking a class/course and I intend to go again the future."

Anne Rogers reviewed: Create beautiful Christmas table & stocking gifts in Derbyshire

"I had a lovely day. The setting was super and I was made to feel very welcome. The instruction was very clear and the resources were good. I achieved a lot in one day, learning new processes. A smashing studio with even more smashing tea and biscuits. Thankyou."

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Anne, Thanks for taking time to review your workshop. It was lovely to meet and work with you yesterday. I hope your family and friends appreciate the lovely handcrafted gifts they will receive this Christmas. Best wishes Liz Wellby"