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Fiona reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Just LOVED these two days. Peter is a very good teacher and I came away with a beautiful ash bench as well as a whole new set of skills. Things for me that made the course particularly special were: having really good quality well-sharpened tools, and plenty of them, having a good choice of material to work with, and the way Peter managed our timing, so everyone completed a project."

Lucy Sanders reviewed: Stained glass sun-catcher workshop: Hampshire

"A brilliant course. Rachel is a fantastic teacher; friendly, enthusiastic and able to get the perfect balance between offering support and help where needed whilst allowing you to make the project your own. I had a brilliant day and can't wait to give it another go!!"

Swanwick Studio responded:

"Thank you Lucy, I think we all really enjoyed our day :-)"

Janette Digby reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Really enjoyable. Fascinating. I had a great time and made a lovely bangle - with Jonathan's gentle guidance."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Janette. Lovely to meet you. Well done with your jewellery making and thank you for the thoughts about the new benches! Jonathan"

Chris Clarke reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Really enjoyable day. Time flies when you are having fun. Will definitely be recommending this day to all my friends Thank you Jonathan"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Chris Lovely to meet you and I hope you are still enjoying your silver jewellery. Thank you for the kind words in your review and your words of encouragement for my fledgling business Jonathan"

Eveline Chamberline reviewed: Willow weaving - a square lidded basket - with Wyldwood Willow

"An excellent course that i thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend highly to anyone who likes craft with natural materials. Amanda is an excellent teacher who lets you get on with it, but is always athand to advise when needed. Lovely location and friendly atmospherein barn with logburner and excellent coffee,tea, cake and lunch! And everyone finished their animal sculpture."

Eveline Chamberlain reviewed: Willow weaving - a square lidded basket - with Wyldwood Willow

"An excellent course that i thoroughly enjoyed and would recommend highly to anyone who likes craft with natural materials. Amanda is an excellent teacher who lets you get on with it, but is always athand to advise when needed. Lovely location and friendly atmospherein barn with logburner and excellent coffee,tea, cake and lunch! And everyone finished their animal sculpture."

Sarah Wright reviewed: Willow weaving - a square lidded basket - with Wyldwood Willow

"Fantastic weekend! The learning was well supported and the hospitality was warm and wonderful. Looking forward to booking on a basket weave course next year. Thank you!"

Sherry Hotchkin reviewed: Creating ceramic animals courses - with James Ort & Alison Pink

"What more can I add to all those glowing reviews - except to say they are all more than well deserved. What a hugely enjoyable weekend! Alas, I didn't produce my hoped for masterpiece - my fault for talking too much!! But I learned SO much - new techniques - lots of "tricks of the trade" and so many helpful tips which I shall find really useful for future projects. James's enthusiasm and good humour and Alison's gentle, constant encouragement make them an unbeatable team. This is one of the best courses I have ever attended. I cannot recommend it highly enough. 5* +++"

The Phoenix Studio responded:

"Wow, that was an epic review Sherry! I normally have to pay my students to give me such a good write up ;o) Thanks for coming and it was lovely to meet you. My Mum said it was great to see you too after all those years! x"

Mike Hanson reviewed: Stone carving for the Garden - Carve your own garden planter or bird bowl in Bath stone – a two day creative stone carving workshop with Zoe Singleton

"The two of us on the course started with a block of limestone each and after two days (12hours ) of hard work we finished with very presentable garden planters with bird motifs.( Our choice). It was a thoroughly rewarding time and so stimulating that I have put in an offer on some stone tools! As a teacher Zoe was empathetic, encouraging, patient and always helpful. Lunch was included and included home made bread, soup, savoury items and puddings, which were delicious. The work was demanding in terms of concentration and both of us had aching wrists but it was most enjoyable and stimulating. Thank you Zoe for an absorbing experience which I would like to repeat, perhaps with a different stone. I'm hooked! Mike"

Dagna Gaythorpe reviewed: 2 Day Beginners and Intermediate Lino Print Course with Helen Maxfield

"Another excellent day. Helen is a very good teacher and I have come away with some lovely cards and prints. Delicious lunch."

Pat Andrews reviewed: 2 Day Beginners and Intermediate Lino Print Course with Helen Maxfield

"Another great Lino cutting day."

Martin Agombar reviewed: 2 Day Beginners and Intermediate Lino Print Course with Helen Maxfield

"Very pleasing day. Felt that I learned a lot and enjoyed experimenting. Very impressed with the work of the class as a whole. Facilities all good, food was terrific."

S. Wilson reviewed: 2 Day Beginners and Intermediate Lino Print Course with Helen Maxfield

"Great day well informed, great food."

Jill Riches reviewed: 2 Day Beginners and Intermediate Lino Print Course with Helen Maxfield

"Enjoyable and instructive day with Helen. Everyone obviously enjoyed the excitement of their final result. Excellent food as usual and warm welcome from Bev and Nigel."

Pam jarvis reviewed: 2 Day Beginners and Intermediate Lino Print Course with Helen Maxfield

"I haven’t attended a work shop for two years, then I felt it was excellent - there has been no change. No doubt I will come again in 2019. Facilities and food are excellent. Nigel and Beverley very welcoming and helpful. A very happy day."

Paul Sunners reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Rustic, rural and relaxing. I thoroughly enjoyed the weekend and Sebastion's relaxed, friendly approach enabled each group member to achieve a most satisfying outcome. What better recommendation that three of the small group are regular visitors. I intend to re-visit myself. Thank-you Sebastion for facilitating such a memorable experience..."

Anon reviewed: Christmas in a jar

"The whole course was most enjoyable."

Anon reviewed: Christmas in a jar

"Great tutor wonderful recipes, and lovely produce to take home."

Anon reviewed: Wheelwrighting - a three day course

"Having everything prepared and ready to work on. Attention to detail and expert help readily given. The patience of the tutor."

Anon reviewed: Wheelwrighting - a three day course

"Used several tools I haven't used before and learnt a lot about the techniques involved in a pleasant atmosphere with a likeminded group. Very enjoyable."

Chrissie B reviewed: Candle making class & bubbly in Brighton & Hove

"My daughter and I had such a wonderful time with Charlie. She was a fantastic host,encouraging,calm and knowledgeable. The studio setting was tranquil, light and cosy with easy parking. Definitely worth doing, especially in the run up to Christmas. Our bespoke candles were lovely and we feel confident in continuing our new hobby back at home!"

Emma Edmunds reviewed: Potter's wheel pottery - half day course Siramik

"My sister and I attended the course together and we both thoroughly enjoyed the day. We laughed, made a mess and ended up making a few items we're both really proud of. Yoka was kind and helpful, even when my bowl was lobsided and looking sad she managed to work a miracle and get it back on track. It's a lovely course in a beautiful setting, well worth it."

Meredith reviewed: Sandcast glass with wire inclusions

"Super course. I'm not naturally very creative and was definitely a novice but with Jenny's help and patience I made some pieces I am really proud of. The glass works was an amazing place to be, we were made to feel very welcome. Cannot recommend highly enough."

Sue Hurst reviewed: Felt Pictures-Painting with fibres - intro to 2D wet felting/felt making

"A really enjoyable and instructive 2 day course. Heather is very clear and understandable, not only with instructions but also With the reasons why. Over the 2 evenings I managed to produce a 2d and 3D piece to a reasonable standard. Heather also provides a great range of merino wools in glorious colours for each project. As well as all other materials necessary. A productive, sociable, therapeutic experience."