Latest reviews

Gill reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop Owl Brooch

"I cannot recommend these workshops highly enough, they are such a pick me up. I suffer with depression & I find that crafting helps raise my spirits, that is exactly what happened here. I can't wait to go back, all the other ladies in the workshop were lovely & supportive as well."

Anne-marie reviewed: Beginner’s Soapmaking Workshop in Salisbury

"Great course; fun, friendly, informal, safe and well taught. Cat explained clearly, gave a demo then we had a go. My soap looks and smells great and is all natural. The notes & recipes provided are excellent and I am confident and excited to make soap at home. Thanks Cat!"

Debbion Burkmar reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"Booked a session with Joleen as a surprise birthday present for my friend. We had a lovely day making Bangles, chatting and eating cake. Came away with three beautiful handmade bangles and a wall/ Christmas tree decoration, which hands on the wall next to my fireplace. My friend thoroughly enjoyed her birthday surprise and we learned new skills which is one of my aims for this year. Jolene was clear , calm and an excellent instructor. We felt totally at home in her beautiful little studio jam packed with all things beautiful."

Corinne Warwick reviewed: A day on the tiles: one-day mosaic workshop

"Really enjoyed the day. Fiona was very welcoming and the environment was lovely. I managed to finish my mosaic on this one day course and have been inspired to continue with this hobby. I would thoroughly recommend this course and this tutor."

Jemma Partner reviewed: The Annie Sloan complete chair makeover Workshop at La Di Da Interiors

"Had the most fabulous day learning how to renovate a chair, painting the frame in any colour you like from the Annie Sloan collection, and then completely re-upholstering the seat pad. Add to that the gorgeous cake and fish and chip lunch! I learnt so much and I can’t wait to use my new skills, I can’t thank you enough. Looking forward to using my new paints purchased in the shop (and don’t forget to buy a bottle of gin too). So much fun had, and everyone loves my chair x"

La Di Da Interiors & Gifts responded:

"Thank you for your review! So glad you enjoyed the course and your chair is being admired"

Jan Beer reviewed: Stacking Rings Experience Session

"Its a MUST ........I went to Montys to do this course and thoroughly enjoyed it, the teaching was brilliant, plenty of time to do your work and was was thrilled with the 3 rings I made. All the staff are so friendly and had great fun.....and plenty of cups of tea"

Jenny reviewed: Beginner’s Soapmaking Workshop in Salisbury

"Cat is a very thorough teacher. Really enjoyed the day and feel confident enough to do make soap at home now. Group size brilliant - we all had space and attention from Cat when we were making our two batches of soap. Really enjoyed the day."

Mark J James reviewed: Stone carving for beginners - Weymouth

"A brilliant hands-on introduction to stone carving from a very talented teacher. The small classes and the individual tuition John brings to the course, allows you to express your inner self through the ancient art of stone carving. Highly recommended for the absolute beginner or someone who wants to develop a little further!"

Susan reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"This was my first experience of upholstery and I had a fabulous day learning how to reupholster a chair. Sarah is a wonderful teacher, giving clear, easy to follow instructions. With only 3 people in the class Sarah was able to give individual help. Tea, coffee and biscuits were provided throughout the day and Sarah gave us a delicious lunch too, which gave us time to chat. I would highly recommend this course...it has inspired me to learn more about this craft."

Helen reviewed: SAORI creative weaving day

"A perfect day… I was lost in world of colour, relaxation and mindful creativity. I went home with a beautiful piece of textile art of which I am very proud (and I am a very harsh critic!!) and a real sense of joy. I felt comfortable and well looked after during the day, learning so much in an enjoyable and supportive atmosphere. Amanda shares her knowledge and love of weaving with such warmth and brightness that it is impossible not be inspired. I enjoyed every moment and can't wait to return... thank you very much!"

Lynda reviewed: Introduction to wet-felting: handbag, iPad case or something else!

"I just took Cathy's 'wet felting around a resist' course. Made a bag that I am really happy with and had a wonderful day. Cathy was really welcoming, she had made a lovely lunch, and she really knows her stuff. I had a great time and learned a lot. Very Highly recommended"

Susan Stow reviewed: Stone carving for beginners - Weymouth

"I really enjoyed my Beginners' Stone Carving Workshops and am now the proud owner of three Portland stone carvings in my garden. John is a gifted and patient teacher who adapts his teaching to the skill level of his students. If you are interested in trying stone carving, I would thoroughly recommend John's workshops,"

Becks Armstrong reviewed: Copper foil stained glass workshop

"The craft course was absolutely brilliant! The teacher was lovely, made you feel at ease and explained everything succinctly. The venue was also lovely. I thoroughly enjoy myself. Thank you."

Ann Shaw reviewed: Lino Printing Day with Oxford Linocut Workshops

"We had an informative, enjoyable, creative and fun afternoon with Claire, thank you. The teaching pace was just right, she skillfully and patiently showed us what to do without doing it for us and she was very well organised resulting in us all producing lovely cards to take home, leaving us with a feeling of satisfaction and also that we would like to have another go"

Angela Haines reviewed: Weekend landscape painting in watercolours

"I joined Georgina's class as a beginner a few years ago. She taught me how to paint and at the same time encouraged me to develop my own artistic style. The sessions are always relaxed usually starting with a short demo on a new technique or an ongoing project . When working on our own paintings Georgina always has time for everyone to discuss their progress and offers support and guidance . Since joining Georgina's class I feel I have grown in confidence as a painter and would recommend anyone interested in art to have a go."

Katie Geer reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"I had a fabulous day with Rowena learning to throw pots, the course was informative and hands on taught in a warm, friendly and patient manner. I enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and watching and learning from a talented artist. I am thrilled with the pots I managed to throw under Rowena’s guidance."

Rosemary reviewed: Glass fusing & slumping with Jill Fordham at Cambridge Art Makers

"Jill is a wonderful teacher with years of experience of glass art and teaching under her belt. Having never done anything like this before I was able to produce beautiful pieces in just a few short hours! The space at Cambridge Makers is also really lovely and welcoming and has excellent facilities."

Mandy Guest reviewed: Needle felt your dog with Crafty Gal

"I had absolutely no experience of this craft (or any other come to that!) and had a really enjoyable day. It was relaxed, friendly and I came away with a little felted hare full of personality! Thank you Denise, it was lovely to be together with my friends and acquire a new skill at the same time. Thoroughly recommended."

Crafty Gal responded:

"I am SO happy you enjoyed your day Mandy, and glad you all had such a nice time meeting up. Hopefully it's inspired you to do more needle felting too! All the best Dx"

Rosemary reviewed: Watercolour Flowers with Janet Edwards at Cambridge Art Makers

"I hadn't done any painting since my school days (a long time ago!) and was pretty terrified but Janet walked everything through with such patience and encouragement I was able to get over my insecurities and paint a picture I was proud of! Everyone in the class I was in, had different insecurities but by the end everyone had painted a beautiful picture and felt confident that they could continue to grow! Her experience in painting flowers 'in the flesh' is well demonstrated and she knows how to bring out the delightful characters of every species; even the most tricky of characters! Her techniques for composition are genius!"

Bernadette Reeve reviewed: Needle felting workshop - Create your own woodland creature

"Three of us wanted to have a get together and do something crafty and we hit on Denise's felting workshop. It was lovely; we all came away with our completed woodland creature which was so satisfying to make and complete in one day! Denise is very friendly and helpful and the setting - Denise's studio - was very quiet and relaxed with so much in the way of crafting materials around to inspire! The cake was delicious as well! Thank you, Denise!"

Crafty Gal responded:

"Thank you so much Bernie for the fantastic review! You were a great group and I'm thrilled you had such a fun time needle felting with me - the start of many woolly projects to come for all of you I hope! Remember I'm here if I can help with anything you go on to! Have fun! Dx"

Sandy Hoare reviewed: Bead jewellery making party/ Workshop

"I attended the bead making workshop last week. Lindsey was very helpful and informative. It is a great way to spend a morning learning a new skill. I found it very therapeutic. I came away from the workshop with a bracelet, earrings and a box all of which I learnt to make from scratch."

Margaret reviewed: Amazing encaustic art day course

"My daughter-in-law wanted to try something new so she and I went on the 2 hour taster session for her birthday present; I had done some encaustic wax work with Phil in the distant past. We had a great time learning and practicing techniques and came away enthused to do more and clutching a bundle of mini works of art we had produced. A very relaxed and enjoyable session."

Bev Young reviewed: Irresistible mosaic ornaments - for gardens year round

"I’ve attended several of Anne’s courses - and they are EXCELLENT! Anne has a wonderful sense of humour and makes the classes such a warm and inviting experience . Whatever your level of expertise you could not fail to come away having learnt something new - and of course a wonderful piece of artwork! Anne does not try to impose her creative style and encourages you to explore and creat your own. Wholeheartedly recommend !"

Making Mosaics responded:

"Thanks Bev - are you still creating your beautiful detailed pieces I wonder?"

Kerry reviewed: Saturday Silver Clay Jewellery Workshop at Ransom's Pavilion, Hitchin 9.30am - 12.30pm

"A really great morning spent learning a new hobby, I would highly recommend this course. Tuuli explained and supported each stage of the process and all resources were provided so you didn't need to take anything with you. I still can't believe that I started with a pea sized piece of clay and after a couple of processes went home with 4 pieces of silver jewellery. Thank you Tuuli :)"

Tuuli Parker responded:

"Thank you for your kind words Kerry! I'm really glad you enjoyed the workshop. Kind regards, Tuuli"

Susannah reviewed: Printmaking practice relief

"I did a lino taster day with Sue at Cambridge Art Makers. I am slightly biased about the space as I work here!!! But I thought Sue's teaching was fantastic. She was very informative and although I have tried lino in the past I felt like it was the first time I really 'got it' and the infinite possibilities that the medium has to offer. I can't wait for this longer course to explore the process further."