Latest reviews

Anita reviewed: Soy wax container candle making workshop - morning

"The afternoon was brilliant! Lindsey was very organised, explained and demonstrated things clearly, created a friendly, relaxed environment, and made sure that everyone was included and had everything they needed to produce three beautiful candles. My car smelled wonderful all the way home! This course was well worth travelling to. Thank you so much Lindsey!"

Eileen reviewed: Mosaic day workshop with Professional Artist Coralie Turpin- Sheffield, South Yorkshire.

"I really enjoyed my day.thank you very much, the time went by much to quickly."

Coralie Turpin Artist responded:

"Thank you Eileen x"

Maggie harris reviewed: Needle felted puffin

"My 5th course with Rachael and Rihanna makeing a sea scape,loved it. Brill friendly class, love both tutors, so helpful,full of tips, and best tutors I’ve had over the years ,highly recommend all the classes. Very friendly group,fun, plenty of hugs if you need one ?... Tea coffee on tap. Plenty of wools to buy,if needed. Can’t wait for next dog class ?"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thanks Maggie, It is always lovely to have you with us and you are so complementary of everyone else's work as well. We hope you have a wonderful Christmas and we hope to see you again in the new year - I will promise to sort out a dog course as soon as I can. Rach"

Morgan Middleton reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"The experience with Richard was really really great! It was a calm and tranquil atmosphere, very informal and explorative. Richard gives clear and concise directions, yet still allows you to be creative. He’s very friendly and approachable. We learnt two pottery techniques and it just made us want to go back. Will definitely recommend to others, and go back to do it myself!! The experience would be a perfect gift for others!! The soup was also fabulous!"

Andrew Poyner reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"I attended my wood turning course on Wednesday 28th November with Mark after a self induced wait due to house refurbishment with my lathe moth balled in my workshop. The prolonged wait was thoroughly justified as any intervention prior to my tuition would have been disastrous. Mark's style of tuition is incredible. The one to one teaching is second to none and the attention to detail of both instruction, theory and practice is unbelievable. He is patient and tremendously encouraging which instills confidence in the student. I felt very proud of my efforts which Mark was only too pleased to commend. I am now totally hooked on my future in wood turning but will no doubt make future contact with Mark to further my education. If you are looking to start out in the hobby of turning then look no further that Mark Hancock. Thanks Mark for a truly memorable experience."

Jasmine reviewed: Pottery Tuition ~ Learn how to Throw on the Potter's Wheel, Slab-build and Coil in 1 Full Day's Attentive Teaching

"I had such a wonderful time spending the day with Sonya in her lovely studio. I'm an Art teacher and wanted to improve my skills and confidence in Ceramics. I went in without any idea of what I wanted to create and came out with a beautiful vase which was made up of a mixture of hand thrown pieces and some slab built pieces. Having Sonya work with me 1:1 was brilliant and she was able to tailor the session to suits my previous experience with clay which was great. She was also able to share her experiences of teaching in a school which was really useful. I loved it so much I'm thinking about getting my own wheel and kiln. Thanks Sonya!"

Sonya Ceramic Art responded:

"Thank you Jasmin, it was a pleasure teaching you and you are such a natural! Your final piece is amazing...degree standard! It is drying at the moment and then once fired you can pop back to decorate it and learn about the Alchemy of glazing! See you soon...Sonya"

Ann reviewed: Two person 'Have a Bash' at Blacksmithing course in Shropshire

"I really loved the day with Jake in the workshop and surprised myself by being able to make a poker and four hooks in the time. Jake was an excellent teacher. Very encouraging. Helped when needed but allowed us to have a good go by ourselves. By the afternoon session I felt pretty independent which is surprising in one day and with such a new skill. Thanks Jake. You were great !"

Ian Lambert reviewed: Surface Techniques in Glass with the Cheshire School of Glass

"I recommend this course to anyone. Even if you aren't that artistic. We used clever tricks to create really professional looking imagery. Steph and Jenny worked really hard to give the absolute maximum to all 4 students. This course is fantastic. Thank you to both of you."

Sue Lowe reviewed: Stained glass for all at the Cheshire School of Glass

"I was gifted this course for my birthday. Steph ran the course. It was wonderful. She is really knowledgable, patient and great at explaining the process. I made a wonderful panel that is in pride of place in my hall window. I can't believe in the space of 2 days that I made such a work of art! It was all down to Stephs brilliant teaching."

Ann Hoare reviewed: Luxury Christmas decorations (full day) with the Cheshire School of Glass

"We had such a lovely day. Jenny was so kind and patient. I had never worked with glass before and was surprised how easy it was to cut. We made masses of decorations and the next day , after they had been cooked , Jenny had very kindly put beautiful hangings on the backs and ribbons to match. I found this very relaxing, which I never though glass work would be! I'm a amazed how fearless i became of the material. Good fun."

Samantha Critchley reviewed: 'Glass for the garden' with the Cheshire School of Glass

"I have never worked with glass before, so I wasn't sure if this course would be appropiate for me. I would encourage anyone who has no experience in glass or has had a go before to do this course. Jenny taught me to cut glass with ease , create original designs ( even though I can't draw! ) and learn how the fusing technique works. At the end of the course we were given a well made metal structure to hold our glass work."

Lisa Mack reviewed: Jewellery making at the Cheshire School of Glass

"An incredible experience. Jenny is so enthusiatic and knowledgable you can't help but enjoy eveything this course has to offer. I was fortunate enough to have Jenny to myself on this course and it really was awonderful two days. I'm amazed at how much I made over 2 days. The time went so quickly it was hard to leave. I will definitely go again to cheshire school of glass art."

Jacqueline Lawrence reviewed: Intermediate glass fusing at the Cheshire School of Glass

"An excellent two day course full of useful information, lots of handouts and plenty of high end materials to experiment with. Jenny catered for eveyone's previous experiences in glass. Some of us had done courses with Jenny before, some elsewhere. A good mix of technical theory and practical to really give you a grounding of glass fusing. We made a lot of quality pieces in two day. I felt we all really had our moneys worth. Fab course. I recommend it."

Eve reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"This is definitely one of the best 1day courses I have attended! It was fun and informative and in a great setting too. The group was small, so there was plenty of time for everyone to practise their skills with guidance from Jason. We all left with lovely handmade leather goods we had made ourselves. Thanks Jason!"

Beth reviewed: Fused glass, crushed glass dish workshop, Stourbridge

"This course was amazing! It was my first attempt at doing anything to do with glass, I'd been wanting to try something for a while and it did not disappoint. Jane and her helper were amazing with teaching us about cutting glass, giving advice and making us all feel relaxed and creative so that we could make something unique. Brilliant day. The studio was amazing and in a brilliant location, with lots of other arty shops and studios to look around afterwards. Will definitely be going back and would highly recommend!"

Beth reviewed: Powertex fabric sculpture introduction session

"This course gave me the chance to be messy and creative with a completely new craft, and I loved it! Annette is a wonderful tutor and such a creative soul, it was lovely spending the morning learning from her, seeing her work, and her studio space is very enviable!! I will definitely be doing more with Powertex in the future and recommend this workshop to anyone who just fancies being creative and making something unique!"

Graham Lawless reviewed: 1-to-1 tailored course with one of the UK's leading glass artists Jennifer Barker, at the Cheshire School of Glass

"This course was exceptional. Jenny is so warm and friendly, but even more importantly a true professional. If you have thought about setting up a business or just having a glass workshop Jen provides all the key information and skills to get you set up. I made a mountain of stuff as well. I thoroughly agree with a comment someone else has put... Jen is exceptionally generous with knowledge and materials. Graham Lawless"

Helen reviewed: Fabulous felt picture 2 day masterclass near York

"Really enjoyed it. Excellent instruction and lovely sized class and great choice of coloured fibres. Very relaxing and enjoyable two days."

Pat Marshall reviewed: Pottery classes in Teesside

"Surprise anniversary present from my husband. We had the most fantastic time learning to throw a pot on the wheel, returning once it was fired to paint and glaze the pot. Louise was absolutely brilliant, patient, informative and very knowledgeable. Would recommend this taster session as a fun activity."

PoppyRose responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review. It was a pleasure to have you both and your pots look great. Best wishes, Louise"

Philip Durrant reviewed: Make a Windsor-style stool

"This was a really fun course and Ben is a great teacher. I'd recommend it to anyone with an interest in learning about wood working. And now I have a stool that I've been showing off to everyone!"

sue rowlands reviewed: Introduction to Block Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"I had a really wonderful day and Judith was an excellent tutor, who is clearly very talented. I was thrilled with the images I produced and subsequently did some online purchasing to practise this at home. I would definitely attend a follow-on course to learn more complex techniques in the new year."

Ailsa Wakley reviewed: Introduction to weaving on a frame loom at Bristol Textile Quarter

"I really enjoyed the afternoon, despite feeling terrible with a cold. We were made really welcome with drinks and lovely cakes and I learnt a lot of skills within the 3 hours - enough that I have successfully completed the piece I started and inspired my two boys (8 and 10) who are now well on their way to completing their first pieces. I'm now well into my second piece of work and have been purchasing lots of wool to make more textured work."

Louise Pollock reviewed: Traditional upholstery & caning restoration - weekly classes nr York / Pickering

"Anne is amazing and is so patient with everyone. I really look forward to my Tuesday morning upholstery class and have learnt so much. I would definitely recommend her."

Helen Jowsey reviewed: Enamelled jewellery for beginners and improvers - fired glass jewellery techniques

"Had a great one to one class with Toni on Tuesday 27th November. She is very knowledgeable and I learnt a lot. I was even able to salvage my very first firing which I thought was ruined. I would highly recommend a class with Toni in her home studio."

CG Crafts responded:

"Thanks Helen, it was lovely to meet you and help you with your journey along your creative degree."

Sylvia Ellis reviewed: Pottery / ceramics wheel throwing, full day

"We had a great day my daughter and I. Lorraine is a knowledgeable and patient teacher and we would do it again anytime. Well worth the cost which we thought tdpw reasonable compared to other similar. Plenty of space and equipment/wheels for our group so we were never in a queue Thanks Lorraine"