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Julie hampson reviewed: Introduction to Needle Felting Workshop - Sheep and Fox

"Thoroughly enjoyed the beginners course, very relaxed, friendly venue. Claire was very informative in the art of needle felting and an excellent teacher."

Felt Wildly responded:

"Thank you Julie, was lovely to meet you and thank you for coming cx"

Joanne reviewed: Photoshop or illustrator skills - group booking

"This is a fabulous course , I was one of the first to benefit from the bespoke training. I couldn’t believe how much I learnt about photoshop and digitising my designs . Everything was tailored to my individual needs and I was given amazing support and encouragement throughout. Thank you so much!"

Mary Jones Design responded:

"Thank you Jo!"

Lisa Roxby reviewed: Introduction to Needle Felting Workshop - Sheep and Fox

"Thoroughly enjoyed these workshops. I learnt a lot of new skills here, welltaught at a managed rate. The construction was nothing like I had imagined, but feel I now have the skills to repeat this again. I am looking to book another course as it was so well led, however cannot find a Saturday with the animals I want to do on the schedule at the moment. If I do I will definitely return for the day. Well worth it, excellent value."

Felt Wildly responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Lisa. Contact me via my website www.clairescraftsonline.co.uk and let me know what you would like to do next and suitable dates and I will do my best Kind regards Claire x"

Geof Cartwright reviewed: Five day woodwork course - tools

"I attended this course in March 2019. An excellent course, well lead by Richard and Mark. Facilities were very good and the lunctime "toolbox talks" were very imformative. Thanks very much."

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

"I attended the robin wreath workshop with a friend. It was a wonderful day. Zenia is the most amazing teacher who was patient and kind to everyone. We all worked at different speeds but we were all encouraged and praised. It was a great experience and I will be attending another one for sure xxx"

Pauline Reynolds reviewed: Introduction to Needle Felting Workshop - Sheep and Fox

"I attended the course with a friend who doesn’t normally do craft but is a crochet fan. We both thoroughly enjoyed the day. Everyone was friendly and helpful and there was a mixture of abilities. I picked up lots of tips and ways of improving the Fox I’d tried to do on my own at home. Think the Fox was abit fiddly for my friend and maybe we should have just attended the morning one as she found sitting for a long time abit much. I however could have stayed for a week. Shall definitely come again. Thank you"

Felt Wildly responded:

"Thank you Pauline Was lovely to meet you. We do have to fit a lot into the day and I have put a little note about this on the website explaining it is quite intense! Kind regards Claire"

Tony Reeves reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"I went on a course with Mark in January 19 the review does not seem to have been posted so will review again Thanks Mark for a wonderful day. The passion for woodturning and dedication to teaching is second to none. I enjoyed every aspect of the day being a novice you showed to mount the wood on the lathe how to stand at the lathe holding the chisels in the right or left hand. thank you for the information where to source equipment.I hope to do another course it was a tiring but very rewarding day . I was bought the course for my 70 birthday after an accident i was unsure if i would manage the course with limited mobility but Mark made every thing possible. Thanks again if it was possible i would award 10 stars on the review. Thanks Tony"

Nicole Fuller reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Really lovely day! It was great that we made lots of different things and Jonathan was brilliant with showing us how to do everything. Would definitely recommend it!"

Kate reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Booked as a Christmas present by our husbands. We were thrilled to have the chance to make our own piece of jewellery. We have learnt new skills while having fun. Nothing was too much trouble for Jonathan. We came away with 3 beautiful pieces of bespoke jewellery. The husbands did well for a change!"

Carly Harrison reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"A lovely day, such a sense of achievement making my own spinning ring, bespoke and better quality than I could buy. We will be back to make more. A wonderful girly day."

Francina Whelan reviewed: Blacksmith experience day in Sheffield

"What an amazing day ! Learnt so much and created 2 wonderful pieces to take home . David was a great teacher could not recommend this course more highly."

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

"Excellent course. I had so much fun and I love my duckling. Zenia is very good at explaining and also helpful. I absolutely recommend her workshops."

Louise Evans reviewed: Beginners Pottery Day Course

"Thanks Matthew for a fantastic day. My daughter and I loved every minute and even surprised ourselves. Your help and patience in teaching us how to produce some great pieces shows how you can teach novices in such a short time!! We look forward to collecting our pieces and putting them to use. We would recommend you and look forward to returning one day soon. Thank you"

Dimbleby Ceramics - Studio Pottery Courses responded:

"Hi Louise, Thank you for the kind review. It was lovely to meet you and Hannah,. It was fantastic to see the progress that you both made creating forms on the wheel. Best wishes Mathew"

Martyn Williams reviewed: 2d needle felted pictures

"A fantastic 3 day workshop. First time wet felting and learning new techniques to embellish and embroider using free motion sewing. Great group of people, fantastic support as always with Rachel and Rhian. Would recommend this 3 day course. Thanks again Rach, can’t wait for the next class."

2 Inspire You responded:

"thanks Martyn! It was so good to do and I have already planned the next one! I hope the Collie and Pug are getting on well! Thank you for allowing yourself to be filmed for the video as well. Hope to see you soon. Rach"

Don Don reviewed: Leather Lined/Embellished Belt or Dog Collar Workshop

"Fantastic course. The morning was full of fun, laughter and great chat. Learnt lots about traditional leather techniques as well as modern techniques. Came away with a lovely pink belt - very proud of my stitching. I am keen to return and try my hand at making something else. Karen was very knowledgable, patience and has great artistic ideas. Highly recommend."

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

"Had a fantastic day with Andy, very knowledgeable and patient, happy to answer any questions and had some great off topic conversation. When Andy says the rule is everyone goes home with a bowl he means it. Learnt so much in one day but never felt under pressure and came home having made an excellent bowl. Thank you to Mrs Brownie for a superb lunch. Will be returning for further lessons. Thank you Andy."

Christine Teller reviewed: Macrame Pot Holder Online Workshop

"A very enjoyable 4 hours, learning something new and in pleasing company. Lyndsey, I thought, was an excellent teacher - encouraging and engaging in a relaxed way. Her studio was very much 'fit for purpose' and added touches like coffee and tea with biscuits and scones were very nice."

Crafting with Lyndsey responded:

"Thank you for your lovely comments Christine. I am so pleased you enjoyed the workshop, it was lovely to meet you. Best wishes Lyndsey"

Lindsey Steele reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"A really good introduction to felting. A wonderful venue and knowledgeable teaching. Jo was very patient and the end result was beyond what I expected. encouraged me to try another dog at home"

Naomi reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Fantastic informative course . What a great tutor , I had a brilliant time !"

Graham Beadle reviewed: Learn to carve wooden spoons, beginners and improvers

"Dave's experience to myself as a semi experienced carver was still valuable and learnt a few extra things throughout the day. There's always stuff to learn but Daves friendly gentle and laid back approach to teaching shone throughout the day along with the glorious sunshine that warmed the cosy yurt after the morning logs had accomplished their job. Tea coffee and Daves homemade flapjack made for a thoroughly nice day out."

Ashley reviewed: Embroidery for beginners

"Just to say how much I enjoyed today, you made it very enjoyable and interesting."

Annette Schindler reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"I have just had a wonderful day with the wonderful Elaine, she explained the use of drop spindles and before I knew it I was attempting to use a spinning wheel. Elaine's calm and patient teaching manner was brilliant and her explanations of how to use the spinning wheel and comparisons of different styles and types was extremely helpful. She is genuinely interested in why you are attending her course and then offers tips and advice suited to your own personal needs. Very highly recommended! In fact I plan on booking myself on to the 2 day course where you prepare and then spin and fleece from start to finish!"

Mary reviewed: Introduction to Soft Pastels 10-week face-to-face art course in Kidderminster West Midlands

"I have been taking part in this course...Raya Brown is a fantastically encouraging, informative and knowledgeable tutor who knows how to teach! I had dabbled with watercolour and thought perhaps it might be too basic, but I could not have been more wrong!! The first lesson gave me a real appreciation for "how to draw with a pencil" and since then we have used many mediums including pastels, charcoal, coloured pencils and next week watercolour. I realise how much I DID NOT KNOW!! I have learnt so much and the process has been enjoyable not a chore. I have even enjoyed doing my homework!!! If you at all interested in art take the opportunity to take part in this course you will not be disappointed ! Well done Raya Brown...I will be sad when the course finishes but looking forward to perhaps a summer school, landscape week and oooh painting/drawing holidays!!!"

Priya Haughey reviewed: Country House Crafting Retreats in rural Hertfordshire

"It was my first workshop on Scrapbooking and I absolutely loved it! Linda is superb as an organiser, always helpful and efficient. I had lots of opportunities to do my own thing, learn new techniques and get really good tips. The people in my group were fantastic - generous with advice and tips, their crafting stuff and so very friendly and warm. It was a welcoming, supportive and most of all, fun environment. I would absolutely love to go back - I've already signed up for the next two workshops! My only advice would be - be quick to apply! Places get filled fast, which is no surprise, given how wonderful and experience it is."

Creative Scrap metal welding reviewed: Creative metalwork and welding, scrap metal sculpture.

"Absolutely amazing course! These two young women have huge amounts of knowledge, skill, and fun! You are well supervised, but also given free rein to try things out independently. I have now, well and truly got the welding bug thanks to these amazing women. (Wish I could move in!) VS"