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Petra reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Superb. Natalie is an excellent teacher, very knowledgeable and manages to help everyone with their individual needs, interests and varied abilities, thoroughly enjoyed the two days and learnt so much, but in a very manageable way. MIG, TIG, stick welding and blacksmithing with a finished individual project, superb. I would definitely recommend you give it a go whatever you level of experience, brilliant."

Leoni Thomas reviewed: Two day leather work course - bag making

"A fantastic weekend spent with Jason and Louise at Diamond Awl. They are knowledgeable, creative and have lots of patience! I thoroughly enjoyed the course - thank you!!"

Laura Carter reviewed: Make your own wedding rings - Bristol

"What an experience! I had no idea how special it would be to make our rings. I knew that I wanted bespoke rings, but I didn’t know that the process of making them would be so emotional. Lucy is wonderful. She is such an integral part of the day, her presence and aura make you feel really comfortable and confident. I felt incredibly close to Dan while we were working, helping each other and making decisions together. You are walked through the process of making the rings in a way that allows you to learn for yourself while making sure that things go to plan. I loved that we got to make a practice ring that we could take home. Our rings have turned out perfectly, we are both over the moon. I can not recommend making your rings with Lucy enough. Please don’t think twice, it’s an experience that really kicks off the wedding magic."

Becky reviewed: Needle felt your dog with Crafty Gal

"An excellent day all round, I thoroughly enjoyed the whole day. Denise gave clear instructions to create our own dogs which all looked fab. And the workshop is just stunning."

Crafty Gal responded:

"Thanks for taking the time to review Becky, much appreciated - it was such a fun day, and I'm slightly in love with your dog! A greyhound is definitely on my list! See you again, Dx"

Sarah Ollier reviewed: Woven bark craft (The foraging bag)

"An excellent intro to bark craft. It was really therapeutic working with natural materials in the forest and the finished results were all unique and beautiful. We had plenty of info on techniques and materials and as much or little intervention from Nadine as we wanted. We all worked at our own pace but everyone left with a beautifully finished woven pouch. Highly recommended."

Sarah Ollier reviewed: Spoon carving for beginners with Green Fox Wild Crafts

"We did this course in a beautiful forest setting. Nadine was a great tutor, gradually introducing new techniques and leaving us to work at our own pace with help when we needed it. She have us plenty of info on tools and materials to geek out on too. Highly recommended."

Gregory Waring reviewed: Spoon carving for beginners with Green Fox Wild Crafts

"I did an introductory 2.5 hour course which taught us the skills needed to whittle from a spoon blank to a completed spoon (didn't include the axe work to get to a spoon-ish shaped bit of wood but this is included on the full day version). Nadine was a great teacher - introducing the skills gradually and providing just the right level of supervision/intervention to ensure we could learn in safety and at our own pace. I was delighted to leave at the end of the session with my first spoon, and a surprisingly respectable spoon at that. As a bonus, now I understand why my previous attempts at hacking a spoon out of a stick with a pocket knife hadn't worked out all that well! Highly recommended!"

Kate Riley reviewed: Table Loom Weaving Workshop - Dobby & Rose

"Had a lovely evening with a friend weaving a sample and trying our hands. It was very relaxing and Rebecca was a patient and charming teacher. Thoroughly recommended."

Cheryl P reviewed: Beginners fabric printing two day introduction at Slamseys

"Fab time. So informative, well lit, easy to access space with plenty of good facilities. There was so much space to work and it was the best break from work. I hope to start my business using the printing skills I've learnt. Ruth was so helpful before and after the class, answering questions and also helping me to get set up. I'll be back soon enough, I'm sure x"

Andrea reviewed: Beginners fabric printing two day introduction at Slamseys

"I've been practising since the course and having such fun! Thank you so much and for all the useful information on the blog. But please, do send us the recipes as well!"

Rowena reviewed: Beginners fabric printing two day introduction at Slamseys

"Such a wonderful way to spend a couple of days. I've got so many beautiful things to take away with me and I've also got my eye on a couple of other courses. Now to make something from the reams of fabric I've hand printed! Wow!"

Alexis reviewed: Printmaking summer school at Slamseys, Essex

"Thank you for sending out all the info & thanks again for a great five days printmaking and a lot of inspiration!"

Haz reviewed: Printmaking summer school at Slamseys, Essex

"Thank you so much for everything! I'm really excited as I've ordered it all to get going from home - just waiting for a few more items to arrive so that I can start and keep experimenting!"

Claire reviewed: Printmaking summer school at Slamseys, Essex

"Had a blast learning all these different ways to make art. As an artist it was right up my street - lovely space to be in and plenty of time to explore."

LHC reviewed: Beginners lino printing

"Thank you for an informative and enjoyable day yesterday. I hope to return for another course soon."

Becky Gardner reviewed: Beginners lino printing

"Really recommended. I had a lovely time at the workshop."

R Nielson reviewed: Beginners lino printing

"I didn't feel too rushed throughout this course, but also feel like I got what I needed to from it. I'll be printing my own wrapping papers come Christmas, I know it."

Mrs J Brown reviewed: Beginners lino printing

"Such an informative two days. I really do feel like I was able to get to grips with the technique, although I will continue to practice with my kit at home. The blackberry cake was a lovely touch."

B Stevenson reviewed: Beginner's screen printing at Slamseys

"Loved it!!!!"

Leanne Baker reviewed: Beginner's screen printing at Slamseys

"Came with my teenage daughter as she's a very keen artist. This course was informative and fun and we felt well catered to. I got a lot out of it and I know my daughter did too. Will keep an eye on new courses as we'd love to come again - more teenage options please!"

Mrs S Parish reviewed: Beginner's screen printing at Slamseys

"I had such a lovely time with Ruth. She is very patient and made sure we all knew what we were doing. I might need to practice a little more, but overall I'm thrilled with what we achieved in such a short space of time."

Nick C reviewed: Beginner's screen printing at Slamseys

"Loved my prints. Feel like I can keep going at home with screen printing. Nice setting."

Mike reviewed: Beginner's screen printing at Slamseys

"Had a fabulous time learning to screen print - very informative, will keep this up at home. Good facilities and teaching style."

Bev reviewed: Painting course - Intermediate (watercolour or acrylic)

"Always wanted to try and paint, was a utter beginner. Cat was a great teacher, patient and always encouraging even when I thought it was all going wrong. Lovely class, warm, friendly and very relaxing. Would recommend to anyone who is an utter beginner. Like Cat kept saying to me "everyone can paint" and yes it was true I got there in the end and loved every minute of it."

CatKing Artwork responded:

"Thank you! That's very kind of you Bev. Great to have you in the class -a lovely group - I hope to see your next painting soon! Cat"

Toni Pincott reviewed: Conscious Interior Decor; For holistic living

"How the basics at art classes at school should have been! I learnt more about colour in one morning than hours in a classroom in the 70s. Lucy has an incredibly easy, approachable and informative style which means every part of her sessions are full of learning and ease. She offers excellent one to one support but the benefits of being with the fellow students are considerable - from hearing projects they have done or plan, to gaining confidence on what can be achieved."