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Sarah Flood reviewed: Stained glass - leaded panel

"It was a really interesting and fun day."

Steve Metcalfe reviewed: Stained glass - leaded panel

"Met all my expectations and more - an excellent day."

John Dickinson reviewed: Willow Curlews with Phil Bradley in the Yorkshire Dales

"It's a wonderful location. I thought the hosting was first class and the tutor, Phil, could not have been better. Many thanks for a wonderful day Cheers John"

Charlotte Osborne reviewed: Silver clay and silver smithing - Rings, bangle and charms

"I loved it. It was a really fun day - very friendly and with great teachers. The amount of jewellery we got to take home is amazing."

Kate Banks reviewed: Silver clay and silver smithing - Rings, bangle and charms

"A very enjoyable course that exceeded expectations! I didn't expect to make so much - very good value for money. I liked everything about the course, especially the help and tuition."

Lesley Swain reviewed: Silver clay and silver smithing - Rings, bangle and charms

"Fab happy day! A great day, I would come again."

Kirstie Fox reviewed: Silver clay and silver smithing - Rings, bangle and charms

"All fab! I really enjoyed making the jewellery."

Michele Etherton reviewed: Silver clay and silver smithing - Rings, bangle and charms

"It was very well organised, lunch was great and the teaching was brilliant. It was a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and very conducive to learning a new skill."

Nicola Howe reviewed: Silver clay and silver smithing - Rings, bangle and charms

"Fab day, fab lunch, fab company! I enjoyed learning the process and having so many finished pieces to take home."

Molly Pake reviewed: Chocolate and Prosecco - chocolate indulgence day!

"I liked the fact that we could make as much as we wanted. There was no time limit either."

Esme Baedwell reviewed: Chocolate and Prosecco - chocolate indulgence day!

"I loved the whole day, flavouring and tempering and also learning about the history of chocolate."

Julia Beadwell reviewed: Chocolate and Prosecco - chocolate indulgence day!

"I learned how to temper and flavour chocolate and how not to be afraid to experiment."

Alimi Adewale reviewed: Lucy Churchill's Stone Carving Workshops

"I was privileged to take Lucy's class in stone carving, to learn under someone with an early career in museums and restoration carving is a rare opportunity and you get to learn what they don't teach in art school, traditional stone masonry secrets and ideas. She gets you into it from day one, and you realise there is a carver in everyone. After the first day you just get it and the stone starts to yield because of the technical know-how she has instilled: understanding tools, tool techniques, tool sharpening and reading medieval stone signature. I travelled all the way from Africa for this class because this is the best UK stone carving class, and Lucy is always providing her students with amazing meals and unlimited teas. Gratitude for sharing lots of knowledge in stone carving."

Catherine and Miles reviewed: Two person 'Have a Bash' at Blacksmithing course in Shropshire

"This was a fantastic day and a great way to gain an appreciation of the skills that go into the blacksmiths art. Jake was a very patient teacher, clear in all his explanations and very skilled in seamlessly recovering any minor student mistakes without any fuss. His teaching style achieves the tricky balance in ensuring that you do everything safely and to a good standard for a beginner while not being intrusive, all of which leaves you with a great feeling of achievement at the end of the day when you leave with items made through your own efforts. Jake himself is incredibly skilled, making all the techniques look easy when he demonstrates what you will be doing yourself later, but his talent lies in then breaking these down into easily understood and manageable bits so that you surprise yourself when you are able to replicate what you have been shown, albeit much more slowly! We had a great day and this taster has led to us wanting to learn more as soon as Jake sets up a blacksmithing part 2 course in his new forge. Would recommend this course to anybody. Thanks for a fun day Jake."

Charlotte Powell reviewed: Throwing taster session

"Great fun, would like to come back and have another go."

Pete Rhodes reviewed: Throwing taster session

"Great fun. Deiniol was very patient!"

Julie Jones reviewed: Taster pottery throwing lesson (various dates)

"We had a fantastic session with Jack who was an excellent teacher. I would definitely recommend this course for a fun and creative afternoon."

Susan K reviewed: Willow Curlews with Phil Bradley in the Yorkshire Dales

"Phil is a fantastic tutor, showing you each step and then letting you get on with it, before moving on to the next stage. Rachel and Mike are wonderful hosts and we are honoured to share this unique location for the day, which makes the experience even more special. Everyone enjoyed a tasty lunch of homemade soups/bread and baking. They even provided fresh water, juice and suncream, as it was a hot, sunny day and we were able to work outside. Everyone had a unique hare to take home and I'm sure we all enjoyed it. Highly recommended, thank you Rachel, Mike and Phil."

Penny Harris reviewed: Three day luxury felt picture making retreat

"Inspirational three days. New techniques learnt. Good company too. Plenty of space in Felting room with everything we needed"

Linda Lemmon reviewed: Beginner’s Soapmaking Workshop in Salisbury

"I had an absolutely fab day. Beautiful setting and Catherine was a great teacher. Clear and concise in her teaching, patient and very generous with her knowledge. I am definitely inspired to try more of the recipes at home. Highly recommended."

Herbal Harmony responded:

"Thank you Linda! So glad you had a great day, enjoy your soaps and hope you have fun making more of them at home!"

Karon Lindner reviewed: Persian Patterns: Exploring the geometric genius of the Persian master-craftsmen

"Wonderful experience - challenging, beautiful, encouraging tutors, so much to learn, to enjoy. Looking forward to next time ..."

Prema reviewed: Persian Patterns: Exploring the geometric genius of the Persian master-craftsmen

"I have thoroughly enjoyed the weekend learning and experiencing Persian geometry with Daniel. Daniel's passion is evident and brought the patterns to life, skillfully guiding us even through what at first seemed like the most difficult of patterns and made it very achievable. The quotes and stories that were told about Sacred Geometry brought forth a very rich experience. I now have the spark to continue my journey, thank you Daniel for sharing your obvious passion and Vija for your beautiful support."

Rosie reviewed: 2-Day Traditional Stained Glass Painting Course for Beginners

"I had a great time on Nathalie's course and produced some images I was really happy with by the end of the second day. Nathalie is very knowledgeable and I felt I was learning all the time through watching, conversation and practicing different skills. There was a good atmosphere in the studio and there were lots of laughs. It was nice that Nathalie allowed us to see her studio where she works giving the experience a more authentic feel."

Couleurlive responded:

"Dear Rosie, Thank you very much for your precise and kind review. I am delighted you kept good memories of those two days."

Anna Kelleher reviewed: Weaving the cosmos: sacred geometry and hexagonal weave basketry

"Great course! Fun, interesting and very pleased I have a basket and new skills to take home too."

G. Ross reviewed: Weaving the cosmos: sacred geometry and hexagonal weave basketry

"A thoroughly enjoyable day! Something so different - yet satisfying. Highly recommended."