Latest reviews

Carly A reviewed: Needle-felt a Hare - with Annis McGowan. A 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Hi Annie, Thanks for organising today, it was fabulous and your lovely workshop definitely lives up to its name! see you again another time"

Kasia Howard reviewed: 'Art of Stained Glass' - Oldbury, Birmingham

"I decided to book a two day course with Jamal, as I wanted to learn more about the art of painting and leading from a professional skilled in the traditional techniques. I came away totally inspired and full of respect and awe for this beautiful art form. Jamal is an encouraging and patient teacher - who is willing to share his in-depth knowledge. I would heartily recommend this to anyone who is keen to learn more about this beautiful art form."

Edward Bick reviewed: Platinum Palladium Print Making workshop

"Great two days spent learning how to make platinum prints. Richard is friendly, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. Lovely location just Northwest of Derby. Would highly recommend."

Anne reviewed: A Dry Stone Walling Workshop Bedfordshire

"My husband and I attended the workshop run by John on 10th Aug. We had a thoroughly enjoyable day and gained great insights into techniques used to build dry stone walls. John is a great instructor and very patient with absolute novices. There’s a good balance of checking/making sure you are on track and being left alone to work it out for yourself. Very therapeutic! I would actually like to go back to do a 2nd day to try building different part to the wall e.g. foundations stones. Thanks for a memorable day."

London School of Dry Stone Walling responded:

"Hello Anne - Thank you for your feedback. I am pleased you felt the benefit of 'being left alone' to put one over two or two over one. There is much to learn and you achieved completing a good section of the wall, juggling with the stone and following the line !! The next section is under preparation, more trench digging ready for foundations, to carry on building into where we finished the raking back!! You would be welcome to return, at any time. Take Care, Best Wishes, John"

Daizy Woodrowe reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"A thoroughly enjoyable afternoon learning batik for the first time. Very informative friendly tutor who shared many tips and insights into this wonderful art. Felt very happy and comfortable with friends in Barbara’s beautiful home surrounded by her exquisite craftwork. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"Thank you Daizy. There are many levels to batik and you did well in this introduction class. :-)"

Sarah reviewed: Wild basketry- workshop in the woods, forage your materials

"Thank you so much for such a lovely day in a magical setting. It was perfect. I really enjoyed the day and have been eyeing up my neighbours' grasses for my next basket :)"

Karen Witham reviewed: Knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"Enjoyed the workshop with Ann yesterday. She was an excellent teacher and went through all I needed to learn to get me knitting again. Such a lovely relaxed couple of hours and I am very excited to get going. I went straight to Kirkgate market to get some wool. Thanks Ann, I'm enjoying practising."

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you Karen for your lovely review - you were very easy to teach, as your previous experience with knitting, albeit many years ago, showed. I hope you are able to continue to enjoy your knitting as much as you did your workshop. Kind regards Ann"

David Gough reviewed: Painting with beeswax & dyes - Batik Pictures

"After completing an introduction to batik workshop and liking the technique so much, I went back again to do a full day's workshop. All the materials and equipment were supplied, and lots of useful hints and tips given. I was delighted with the result that and it is now framed and hanging on my lounge wall. I can highly recommend this course."

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"I am really pleased that you have learned so much and being on two of my Batik days. Maybe join me for the crackle glaze class one day :-)."

Samantha Grove reviewed: Christmas Pudding - needle felting workshop with The Lady Moth

"Great friendly and warm welcome. Small class size so good for students to get to know each other and share progress throughout class. Competent, patient, and encouraging tutor. I felt feeling satisfied and confident in the knowledge I gained. Also the venue has off street parking which is amazing in town."

Patricia Mcbride reviewed: Botanical Contact [“Eco”] Printing: An Introduction

"A lovely evening in a beautiful setting. The course was very good and well organised. Maggie explained and demonstrated the methods clearly and methodically. I love the scarf I made and I’m planning to frame some of my leaf prints on paper. I am keen to develop what I learned. Thank you Maggie."

By Maggie .. Naturally responded:

"Thank you Pat. So glad you enjoyed it and decided to keep the scarf for yourself. Your paper prints are wonderful. xx"

Lisa from Worcestershire reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"What a fantastic day! I am so proud and amazed at what I have achieved. Thank you to Julie for all her advice, help and ideas. The homemade cake was a wonderful treat. I feel I have been well looked after!"

Rachel from Evesham reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Inspiring workshop and great to make a finished piece. Thank you!"

Wendy from Cardiff reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Fantastic day. Thank you so much for your patience and guidance. Lovely cake."

Olivia from London reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"What a fantastic day! Learned so much and very excited to try out new skills at home. Thank you for such a wonderful Sunday!"

Guy Seaborn reviewed: A Dry Stone Walling Workshop Bedfordshire

"I had a wonderful day! It seemed to pass extremely quickly, which was a testament to John's insights and "the wall." It is essentially a big jigsaw. I learned about basking stones, hearting stones, batter, first lift and second lift and more to boot. It was an inspiring and renewing experience which I would recommend to anybody in these fast days of computer games."

London School of Dry Stone Walling responded:

"Hello Guy - Thank you for your feedback. I am pleased you were inspired by the experience. It was good to see your handling of the stone and how it improved during the day, choosing particular ones to form a 'racking angle', keeping the batter and placing the fillings. Best Wishes, John"

Jenny reviewed: A fabulous introduction to fused glass - one day course

"A fantastic day. Siobhan is so inspiring and we learnt so much. Plenty of individual attention, tasty lunch and fun had by all."

Jo B. reviewed: Wild basketry- workshop in the woods, forage your materials

"That was such a great day! It was such a tonic to spend a day making in the woods - feeling very inspired to attempt another basket ."

Anna Fitzpatrick reviewed: Powertex fabric sculpture introduction session

"What an absolute delight spending the day with Annette. Her craft room is a magical wonderland of characters and art that she has created and she has even a storyline behind some of them. She was so calm and patient with me, gently guiding me with inspirations and cups of tea to making a lovely figurine that I'm so pleased with and proud of. I will gladly be recommending her to all and everyone. The dear friend who got me the voucher for my birthday and I are planning to go see her again and to come away inspired and buzzing again. She's a lovely,lovely skilled woman.See you soon Annette and thank you so very much for all you did. X P.S. You also get to have the company of her smashing dogs."

Peter Buckland reviewed: Learn to Turn in the Dartmoor National Park

"One of the most enjoyable and rewarding courses I have done! Chris is very skilled and an excellent teacher. I started as a complete beginner, and with his guidance produced a very nice simple but graceful bowl, learning the most important techniques and skills. Course involves just two students at a time, each with own lathe. We learned a lot from just watching each other. Altogether a thoroughly enjoyable and constructive day. I am expecting my own lathe this afternoon, and cannot wait to get on and try some of the techniques out. My strongest endorsement of this course."

Hala Lloyd reviewed: Pottery Tuition ~ Learn how to Throw on the Potter's Wheel, Slab-build and Coil in 1 Full Day's Attentive Teaching

"I ended up at Sonya’s studio, having been let down by a last minute cancellation at a group workshop elsewhere, and I’m so very glad that happened! I had a tremendous day which positively flew by! Sonya is very warm, welcoming and accommodating. The 1-1 set up for the day was structured yet flexible and I was able to try my hand at throwing, which I’d always wanted to do and thoroughly enjoyed even if I didn’t end up with anything resembling a pot! Significantly, I was able to produce a built up wall plaque, which is a very important project to me, and which I’ll be going back to add glaze and lustre to. I’m really looking forward to learning these next stages and have no doubt Sonya will ensure the experience is informative, personal and fun ! What more could I ask for!"

Sonya Ceramic Art responded:

"Dear Hala, I'm so very pleased you enjoyed the 1 day workshop with me. It was a pleasure helping you build your wall plaque from an initial idea into reality. It's not often that a student comes with such a clear idea of what they want to create, and with so much authentic detailing. It was mesmerising to see how your piece evolved over the day and I'm so looking forward to helping you put on the final touches with glaze and lustre. I see another ceramicist in the making! Best Wishes, Sonya."

Alan Head reviewed: Woodturning courses in Hampshire - Beginners and improvers wood turning courses - Turn British, all British lathes!!

"Had a great day with Andy. Have been turning for a short while and needed to finesse my skills. Andy pitched the course at exactly the right level and I learnt straight from the off. Overall, a cracking day and will be booking another day in 6 months or so to more on the the next level. Also, must mention Mrs Andy for a fantastic cottage pie at lunch time!"

Louise Whitcombe-Troth reviewed: Glass painting with Sarah Lewis, Wolverhampton

"I had a wonderful relaxing afternoon yesterday painting sun catchers. I had never done anything like this before and found Sarah to be a really helpful and knowledgeable teacher.....and very patient. I am looking forward to going again to improve on my very basic skills and I would definitely recommend this workshop. A friendly atmosphere, delicious refreshments. Give it a go, you will love it. Thank you Sarah, you are amazing."

Sarah Lewis Designs responded:

"Thank you very much for your lovely review. It is really appreciated. You were excellent students! Very well behaved! Lol! You both created beautiful suncatchers. You should be really proud of yourselves. Looking forward to seeing you again. Thanks again for your lovely review. Sarah P.S the refreshments were delicious. I may have enjoyed a couple of scones after you left! Lol!"

Jo Worthington reviewed: Upholstery for Beginners Workshop - in Warrington

"Really enjoyed the footstool course with Jo of the Boho Shed. Jo was really thorough, taking us through how to make them step by step. I feel confident that I could make one at home. Thank you to Jo for a really good day"

The Boho Shed responded:

"Thank you for your lovely comments Jo. It was great to meet you and your Mum. You made a couple of gorgeous footstools. Hope to see you again. x"

Rose, Nicki & Caroline reviewed: Colourful stained glass panel making course

"What a lovely day as a birthday treat. We all enjoyed this insight into the skills and effort that goes into making even a small panel and will look at stained glass windows with a greater appreciation in the future. Jo is a patient and relaxed teacher holding small, personal classes in her perfectly set up studio. We were thrilled with our first achievements and will display them proudly as reminders of an enjoyable day out."

Jo Snowdon Stained Glass responded:

"Thank you for your review, I'm so glad you enjoyed the day, you all did very well! Best wishes, Jo! X"

Dan Fletcher reviewed: Stone carving 1 day introduction course in East Yorkshire at Micklethwaite Studios

"Had a days lettercutting with Alan and Tracey and what a fantastic day in a brilliant setting. Both absolutely lovely people with a vast knowledge of the craft, showing me how best to cut out the letters and marking them onto the stone. I have done a few courses at a few different places but this place is above anywhere I've been before and would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to learn anything about carving stone. Will definitely be back for more tuition."

Micklethwaite Studios responded:

"Hi Dan, Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to meet and teach you, and your approach to developing your carving skills was fantastic, with your beautifully carved letters being the outcome! We will really look forward to seeing you again. Best wishes, Alan and Tracey"