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Wendy Treble reviewed: One day leather bag making workshop

"Rosanna remained unphased by my daughter and me as we changed our minds over the leather we wanted to use for our bags! We had a lovely , memorable day and both managed to complete a beautiful bag, fully lined with zip pockets..we were both proud of our achievements. Rosanna was very skilled at demonstrating and then standing back to allow us to get on with the various processes ...and then stepping in to help when we needed rescuing! We would both recommend the one day course to others. The workshop is charming, the cafe close by and most welcome for lunch but above all, Rosanna is a skilled teacher. Thank you."

Diane Woodward reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"I have no previous experience of upcycling, but Steph was very knowledgable and gave and group lots of useful information. I didn’t realise how much you could do with the Annie Sloan paint. I really enjoyed the pace of the course and the time that was taken in explaining every stage of a painting project. Tea and cake was excellent to."

Debbie Mills reviewed: One day introduction to glass fusing in Medway, Kent

"What an amazing and fun day . Bev taught us so much on this day course . I came away inspired and proud of my achievements. I would recommend everyone give it a go !"

Beverley Bunn Glass Art responded:

"Thanks so much Debbie! You know you can always come for a refresher if you want to start making your glass at home again - just get in touch x"

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

"I absolutely loved this workshop. It was such a relaxing and creative atmosphere with Melanie who is an excellent teacher as well as a very lovely person. I would definitely recommend this workshop to anyone who is looking to start learning a new skill or simply want a day of creativity making some lovely glass pieces."

Hope Best reviewed: One day introduction to glass fusing in Medway, Kent

"Had a thoroughly enjoyable and informative day with Bev. I’ll definitely be booking another course."

Beverley Bunn Glass Art responded:

"Thanks so much for the great review Hope - what a lovely day we had! It was lovely to meet your mum and your son too!"

Sally Swindell reviewed: One day introduction to glass fusing in Medway, Kent

"I loved my day doing this course. Bev is a wonderful tutor; friendly and informative. I still love my creations that I came away with and considering the pieces you come away with, and the personal tutoring you get, I think it's well worth the money. A great day."

Beverley Bunn Glass Art responded:

"Thanks for your lovely review Sally! It was so nice having you and your family in the studio for a day."

Matt Addinell reviewed: Spoon carving course - from log to spoon with Jeffrey Hart

"I had a fantastic time learning to spoon carve with Jeffrey. I had no experience of spoon carving, or woodwork in general, before this but that caused no issue. All of the tools were provided and the pace of the teaching was excellent. Jeffery really took the time to explain and demonstrate each stage and technique so i never felt out of my depth. I found spoon carving with Jeffery to be incredibly satisfying and surprisingly relaxing and recommend it to everyone. Be warned, you may find it addictive."

Alison Mansfield reviewed: Needle felt landscapes workshop on Orkney, including lunch

"Just didn't know what to expect as my husband bought me Catherine's felting workshop as a Christmas gift but it was a superb day. I had wondered how on earth I would spend 6 hours sticking needles in a bit of fabric...but I was totally engrossed for the whole time. Catherine allowed creativity to flow and interjected with expert advice whenever necessary. She was great company. I was so proud of the landscape I created and still can't quite believe how easy I found it. I would highly recommend Catherine's felting workshop to anyone including total beginner like me."

Adrian Whybrew reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"Thank you Mark for a great introduction to woodturning. Your enthusiasm and the tuition I received were second to none. I intend to contact one of the local groups and begin to equip my workshop to enable me to begin turning in earnest."

Vicky reviewed: One day introduction to glass fusing in Medway, Kent

"Beverley is so friendly and helpful, her courses are really easy going but she doesn’t hesitate to offer any advice you need. Totally recommend her."

Beverley Bunn Glass Art responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review Vicky - looking forward to seeing you for some more stringer pulling soon!"

helen halford reviewed: Silver Jewellery Day Workshop at Studio Budgie Galore, Sheffield

"I had been looking for a silver jewellery workshop for a while and was pleased to find the one at Budgie Galore. I had a brilliant day, learnt some new skills, met some nice people with similar interests and I have since signed up for a weekly course - I couldn't be happier"

Kate reviewed: Woven Plant Pots

"I enjoyed this so much. Felt I'd really learnt everything I needed to get going - and have since done so! Elka is a great teacher and very encouraging."

Elka responded:

"Hi Kate, thanks so much for the review. It was a real pleasure to meet you. I'm so glad that you enjoyed the workshop and that you've started weaving at home, fantastic!"

Ellie Stokes reviewed: Introduction to herbal medicine - weekend courses

"I came on this course in about 2012 and enjoyed it very much. Rowan is very good at encouraging you to do the preparing yourself, which did give me confidence in trying it at home. In fact, over this last Christmas, my daughter insisted we made the moisturiser that I had first made with Rowan! She has taken a few pots home."

Rowan Mconegal responded:

"Thanks Ellie, so glad that you found it useful!"

Alex lanaghan reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"This course met my every expectation and more, I’ve always had an interest in knife making and I finally got a go at it. The team were very friendly and helpful and with Graham’s vast knowledge and help it made the process go very smoothly. This has only made me even more interested in knife making as I now hope to attend again at some point and even start making my own knives in my own workshop."

Alex lanaghan reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"This course met my every expectation and more, I’ve always had an interest in knife making and I finally got a go at it. The team were very friendly and helpful and with Graham’s vast knowledge and help it made the process go very smoothly. This has only made me even more interested in knife making as I now hope to attend again at some point and even start making my own knives in my own workshop."

Caroline Kirkman reviewed: Group Soap-making Workshop - Soapology Studio - Nottinghamshire

"Really enjoyed this course. Soap making can be a bit “sciencey” and Emma got us through that easily and we have excellent course notes to refer to. The practical section was well thought out with a logical progression and plenty of time to explore her very interesting workspace and ask lots of questions. I travelled from Winchester and it was worth the drive! All in all a very good course."

jane milner reviewed: Needle felt workshop

"As a practising artist Yvonne is a highly creative and inspirational teacher and I would highly recommend her needle felt courses."

Harry Wilson reviewed: Learn to carve wooden spoons, beginners and improvers

"A very enjoyable day full of interest with the opportunity to handle a variety of tools. Instruction was well paced and constructive. Highly recommended."

Cynthia reviewed: Woven Plant Pots

"Excellent teacher, allowed own pace working and gave support when needed. Would recommend to a friend."

Elka responded:

"Hi Cynthia, thank you so much for the review. I look forward to seeing you again on the Intermediate course in March! Very best wishes, Ellie"

Nigel Hughes reviewed: A day on the tiles: one-day mosaic workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed the day Fiona was very friendly and welcoming and keen that we all completed a piece of work, so the day was very much hands on from the beginning Workshop was comfortable and very well equipped and we were very well looked after throughout the day I did complete my mosaic with grateful thanks to the tuition and advice from Fiona, but we were encouraged and supported to make our own choices Will be back for more as this introduction day has definitely inspired me to learn and do more"

Alison reviewed: Crafts in the Valley - Felted Pictures Workshop in Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire

"What a fabulous creative inspirational day - chance to learn a whole variety of techniques with a luscious choice of wools, great support and knowledge. Great food also. Highly recommend."

SATISH MEHTA reviewed: Painting and Drawing one day workshop for adults with Penny Mason, Birmingham (NO CLASSES UNTIL MARCH 2021)

"I couldn't have asked a for a better introduction by Penny into the techniques of drawing and painting. I spent the day at her studio and was thoroughly immersed into what she was telling us and what we were doing. The day went so quickly that I was amazed at it was soon time to go home so soon, even though I spent a day there. In Penny's wonderful surroundings it was way a perfect start to learn various techniques and I shall be attending again in the near future. I would also like to thank Dan for the numerous coffees and wonderful soup which which he made. I would thoroughly recommend Penny if you want an intro into drawing and painting and it was well worth the cost!! See you soon Penny. satish mehta. 30.01.2019"

marilyn gibbs reviewed: Woven Plant Pots

"Great fun day - no question too silly - very clear instruction - friendly environment. Would recommend course to anyone."

Elka responded:

"Thank you Marilyn! I'm so glad you enjoyed the day. It was a pleasure to meet you :)"

Jill Essex reviewed: Beginners Free Motion Machine Embroidery Workshop in Buntingford, Hertfordshire

"This was my second workshop with Sue. She was helpful and encouraging as ever, particularly when I was having trouble with my 40 year old sewing machine. Sue makes sure everyone is making progress, intervening in a non-obtrusive way when things aren't going so well. I came away with a piece which I felt quite proud of and I was doubly pleased today to see it as an example of beginners' work on her website. Thanks for another great workshop."

Sue Nicholls Designs responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review Jill."

Colm Ebdy reviewed: Learn to turn in Snowdonia, North Wales - Full day

"Had a brilliant time, learning how to operate the lathe safely and came away with a good understanding of how to turn. Les is a very knowledgeable and patient tutor and puts you at ease. I enjoyed the day, which seemed to fly by! I came away with a lovely scorched bowl and a xmas tree!! I have since purchased a lathe and Les was good enough to advise me on what was good and not so good, and has even offered to help me get started once i have the lathe set up, what more can you ask for!!"