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Nina Platts reviewed: 1 day basic shoe making course

"What a lovely way to spend a day! I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and was thrilled with the mules I made. Judi was not only very helpful and encouraging but great company as well. As there were only two of us doing the course, we got lots of help when we needed it and the atmosphere was very relaxed. I would reccommend this course to anyone."

Vicki Morrison reviewed: Fused Glass Half Day

"I attended Julie's glass making course last Wednesday and had a lovely time. Julie was a lovely host and provided tea and biscuits. She made everyone feel welcome and at home. We were a group of 5 and each made two Christmas decorations. Julie provided information on all the types of glass and how to apply them and then she let everyone design their own decorations. It was lovely that everyone came home with decorations that were unique to them. Julie was there to help when required but also gave everyone plenty space to experiment. We all had a lovely time."

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

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day with Andy, and learnt a helluva lot - now to try and transfer the skills to the lathe in my workshop! Splendid day, including the delicious home-cooked lunch. I absolutely recommend this course."

Biz Nimmo reviewed: Introduction to silk painting - workshop at The Mulberry Shed

"Thank you so much Sheila for such a wonderful day! I would highly recommend this course to anyone (whether you have any artist abilities or none!) . Sheila created a brilliant, friendly learning environment. She was always so helpful and encouraging. It was really interesting to do something so creative but actually very different to anything I've done before. Really fun course and well worth your time and money....I think my mum and I might even go back for round 2!"

Eirian Roberts reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"A thoroughly enjoyable day, it was good to catch up on skills which had been allowed to rust as well as learn some new ones, to catch up with many friends, and to take home an adorable, unique hare. Rachel, you are enthusiastic, and full of ideas; careful in your approach, and focussed on the abilities and objectives of each participant. Looking forward to the next time, Eirian"

2 Inspire You responded:

"It was great to see you as well. Your hare was fantastic and had a real personality!"

Joff reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Great day, really interesting. Brilliant instruction, delicious food, excellent banter. Can't wait to come back."

Ros reviewed: Printing on clay

"Inspiring, creative and fantastic fun!"

Zoe Lloyd responded:

"Hi Roz, thank-you for your review, I will look forward to seeing you again soon."

Nina reviewed: Printing on clay

"Zoe is an absolutely brilliant tutor - the range of techniques she teaches and her creativity are inspiring. I always love doing courses with Zoe and come away with exciting pieces and new ideas! I can't recommend her highly enough."

Zoe Lloyd responded:

"Hi Nina, Thanks for your review, I will look forward to seeing you again soon."

Hannah Awcock reviewed: Full day fused glass course with breakfast, lunch and all materials included

"Excellent course. We were really well looked after - and had a productive and very enjoyable day. I would recommend to anyone looking to try fused glass making."

Patricia van Heerden reviewed: Natural skincare & wellbeing - make & take parties/workshops

"I went on the Make and Take course and took the lady I'm looking after with (I'm a live in Carer). She was quite depressed when we got there but soon cheered up watching and participating with us. She loved the smells and watching Jenny show us what to do. Jenny was very informative about what should be done when making products, the quality of her oils and it was great fun being there. She made us cake and told us how to make almond milk which was lovely. She also did a bit of feel good therapy with us. I would highly recommend her courses."

TimeOut4Me responded:

"Thank you so much Patricia and Betty for coming along. Such a pleasure to be with you both xx Debbie Timeout4me"

Roxanne Neall reviewed: Pole Lathe Bowl Turning - Your First Bowl

"Adrian's course was thoroughly enjoyable and he had such an obvious passion for the craft that was very encouraging for the whole day. The day was great for absolute beginners like me but others with more experience were also able to develop their woodworking skills further. Although I struggled, I really enjoyed seeing the process from start to finish rather than turning a bowl from a blank and Adrian was very encouraging and helpful throughout. Food provided was absolutely delicious and there was tea and coffee throughout so that was fab! I would recommend this course to all people with any kind of quirky interests as even if woodworking isn't your passion seeing the traditional methods Adrian uses is a wonderful experience!"

Sal reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"The day course run by Rach was lovely, we needlefelted either a bear or hare, though only one person has guessed correctly what my animal was. That's down to my artistic ability, not the tutors though! And I''m pleased with my hare(or donkey?) The teaching was clear and delivered in a relaxed and friendly way. I'd recommend the course wholeheartedly. I learnt a lot. Thank you Rach and Rhian."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Sal, i think everyone needs new glasses! He was fabulous and was made with lots of love which is the main thing."

Clare reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"Hi Rachel I had a lovely day. Thank you for giving us a great workshop. Felting is something I only do at workshops but I enjoy the opportunity. I am happy with my hare's limbs but will need to do more work on the head and ears. The day was just too short. Best wishes Clare"

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much Clare. I am glad you enjoyed yourself and hope to see you again soon."

Alison Shaw reviewed: Create a ceramic animal sculpture with Twisted Earth Ceramics at Ilkley Manor Studio

"I booked on the Highland cow course with family and friends. I knew I would have fun. But I wasn’t sure about the quality of what I would have created at the end of the workshop. I shouldn’t have worried. Under Richards gently guiding hand I was totally amazed by my fabulous cow. The whole group were saying what a relaxing fun day. I would love to go back and do the Hare course. During the day two ladies turned up at different times to pick up theirs fured and painted animals. They also said what a lovely time they had and were very pleased with their efforts. Thanks Richard. See you again ???"

Jenni reviewed: Pole Lathe Bowl Turning - Your First Bowl

"A really lovely day! I did the one day bowl turning course, Adrian broke it down step by step showing us the complete process. He was very supportive and helped with technique. We were provided with some delicious food, and I felt very welcome. I would definitely come back for another course and recommend to others! I started the day having never turned before and I have created a beautiful bowl! Thank you"

Ian Martin reviewed: Pole Lathe Bowl Turning - Your First Bowl

"I really enjoyed the day. The time seemed to fly by and everybody had fun. Adrian’s partner made us home made soup, bread, and cake which were all top notch There are times that it’s hard work, as you’d expect, as it is definitely a skill requiring that you pay attention and put in a bit of elbow grease. I’m very happy with my bowl however and i’d recommend the course to anyone. Adrian is a charistmatic chap and patient teacher."

Emily reviewed: Introduction to silk painting - workshop at The Mulberry Shed

"Had an amazing day at the Mulberry Shed! Sheila is absolutely lovely, very knowledgeable and has endless patience. She was brilliant in offering us helpful tips and advice, as well as inspiration for our designs. A really great day for people of all abilities- don't worry about needing art 'inspiration' as Sheila is fantastic at helping you explore ideas. Brilliant value and would highly recommend this workshop for both special occasions and fun days out!"

Hilary reviewed: Community Group Felting course

"Had a great time making a needlefelted bear at today's course. All the materials and equipment were provided, and Rachel is an excellent tutor. Thanks very much Rachel, and thanks to Rhian as well (for patiently helping me when I went wrong!) . I'm very pleased with the result. It was a thoroughly enjoyable day, and I'd definitely recommend it."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thanks Hilary, I a so glad you all had such a good time. We like to give you the best to work with as we know you are such pro's with wool!"

Julie Burbidge reviewed: Wet felted picture workshop - Teesside

"Delighted to learn the beginnings of a new skill from such an experienced artist. Hellen welcomed everyone and made us all feel comfortable throughout the day. A wonderful way to spend time with a piece of work to bring home and work on at our own pace. Thanks to Hellen and all the other participants for making this a thoroughly enjoyable day."

Helga reviewed: Painting with wool & silk fibres - Feltmaking

"Nice day making felt landscapes. Good to learn a new technique!"

Katharina reviewed: Painting with wool & silk fibres - Feltmaking

"Really enjoyed learning something new and had fun making felt landscapes! Managed to get two A4 landscapes done. Barbara was really nice and helpful and it was a very pleasant workshop day! Thanks :)"

Fiona Buchan reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"Attended the candle making workshop in the lovely village of Temple with my daughter and 2 friends last week. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Kerrylyn was a warm friendly person and welcomed us and the rest of the nice group into the kitchen of her home, where she taught us her art. It was fun participating also relaxed and I gained alot of knowledge from it. I would certainly recommend it to others. Fiona Buchan"

Cathy McCall reviewed: One day atmospheric landscape oil painting course aboard the narrowboat Peewit with Melanie Max

"I spent the day with Melanie to try my hand at painting with oils. She is a very enthusiastic teacher/mentor, and had set out the days aims and tasks very clearly on arrival. During the day we covered perspective, light and focal point. How to mix the paints and various techniques with brush and palette knife as well as discussing the materials themselves. Melanie did some demo pieces, and then I had the opportunity to try too. The ambience on board was lovely - a tiny studio with calming views along the river. Just shows what is possible in such a small space! I really enjoyed all aspects of the day and learnt a lot - especially about perspective - which sounds scary and dull, but Melanie has a clever and I feel unique way to explain that - and it makes such a difference to the success of the piece. I should definitely want to return another time to do more. If you want a day getting away from the rush of daily living and the chance to connect with the landscape and your inner eye, then this is the course for you. Enjoy!"

Alan Phillips reviewed: Blacksmith experience day in Tilford, Surrey

"Neil is a patient and very capable instructor and the day was very enjoyable. There was a lot of one to one time because Neil takes a max of 2 trainees on the day. If I had access to a forge near my home I would certainly want to do this more often - it's extremely rewarding."

Maggie Erskine reviewed: 1 day introduction to silver jewellery making

"Jonathan provided a superb grounding in silver jewellery and all the ntechniques were really well explained. It's very hands on which is brilliant, we did lots of activities that made the processes clear. Was really happy with the resulting pendant I made. A real 5 star craft experience!!!"