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Jo Butler reviewed: Upholstery weekly classes

"Karen is a skilled and experienced upholsterer. There's nothing she doesn't know and she is the most amazing and patient teacher. I started with a weekend course about 18 months ago and have been hooked ever since. I love my Tuesday evening upholstery classes; they are the perfect antidote to the stresses of my day job. I fully recommend Karen's classes; whatever you want to upholster she'll help you create a professional looking and unique outcome!"

Lynne reviewed: Introduction to Candlemaking

"I did Wendy's candle-making course and loved it. We all went away with 7 candles, learnt a load of techniques we can use at home to make some more and had a fun afternoon with some lovely people. I am going back for more of Wendy's classes."

Katharine Jones reviewed: Introduction to Candlemaking

"A very relaxing afternoon spent learning about the basics of candle making. As well as coming away with some lovely little candles to light at home, I'm enthused to have another go at making some on my own."

Judith Kean reviewed: An introduction to wood turning with Gregory Moreton (2 Days)

"Had 2 great days on the Basic Woodturning course. Many thanks to Greg who is a very patient and encouraging teacher. Learnt various techniques including how to sharpen your tools - an essential part of turning. Highly recommend this course too anyone wanting to learn turning. Made 2 items to be proud of and surprised my friends. Hope to return for another course layer in the year Thanks again"

Janette Brown reviewed: Silverclay beginners jewellery workshop in Newcastle upon Tyne

"Really enjoyed the silver clay workshop. Claire was really knowledgeable and helpful and I’m now really enthusiastic about giving it a go on my own! Can’t wait to get started in the meantime I’m really enjoying wearing the pieces that I made during the workshop."

ToDot Handcrafted Goods responded:

"Thanks Janette you made some lovely pieces of jewellery!"

Deborah Durkin reviewed: Upholstery daytime or evening leisure classes

"Great course - Liz the tutor is excellent, super knowledgeable and very kind and supportive. She strikes a very good balance between instructing and letting you have a go on your own. Good equipment and great to have fabric books to choose from."

Claire Furness reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"A very relaxed and informative experience day. Jonathan is very patient and friendly, he was happy to take time to show us a range of techniques resulting in us making lots of lovely samples as well as our finished silver items. Highly recommended! Many thanks."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Claire. Great to meet you and your lovely family. Hoping your'e still enjoying your hand made jewellery Jonathan"

Tillie Furness reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Had a wonderful time! Lovely setting and great atmosphere! Can't believe how many different things we made, all turned out beautiful. Very impressed by the quality of the support. Was as close or as independent as you needed it to be and had all the tools, fully equipped! 100% recommended! Bought as a present by mum."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Tillie and well done with your jewellery making. Jonathan"

Anna may Furness reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"A fantastic day, I have learned loads and really enjoyed it Thank you."

Libby reviewed: Wheel thrown mug workshop

"Brilliant lesson at Loam with 3 other friends. Jack was very patient and a great teacher and we were so delighted with the pots we were able to create in the session. Would highly recommend the tasters for anyone looking to try pottery for the first time."

Jenny Blair reviewed: Woodturning Tuition:Wiltshire

"I had an amazing day with Pete. He was generous with his time and knowledge. Absolute value for money. I have helpfully made a couple of lovely new friends. He was very flexible on what we did, it was totally based around my requirements. Brilliant."

Paul Jeanes reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"Had an amazing day with Mark and despite my total lack of knowledge he was extremely patient! From start to finish he explained everything and guided me through the process of a beginner. Since the course I have naturally had questions and he has answered them quickly and thoughtfully. Although I have still not bought a lathe I will do so next year and having Mark on hand to guide me is very reassuring. Great course and for a complete beginner like myself I would thoroughly recommend Mark and the course."

Dan Plane reviewed: Creating a Viking knife an introduction to forging and knife making at Bearded Pig Forge

"This course was awesome! Spike was great, helpful, encouraging, knew loads about the craft, the history, and the science of what we were doing. I was so happy with the knife I made, it's so pleasing to hold and feel and know that I made it from a bar of steel. I cannot recommend this course enough on every front! Thanks Spike!"

Harri Wood reviewed: Wheel thrown mug workshop

"Jack was very welcoming and a great teacher. The studio is lovely and the lesson was great! I will definitely be booking again and looking forward to joining one of the courses!"

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

"My husband and I really had a great day out at this course and made some lovely and useful glass pieces. We have just hung up the stars we made for Christmas and it brought back happy memories. The whole day was excellent and we had lunch and other edible treats during the day. Melanie was so kind and helpful to everyone. This was a great course."

Helen webster reviewed: Beaded jewellery workshop - suitable for all abilities - Worcestershire with Teresa Kent

"Great fun and came away educated and in possession of a beautiful beaded necklace. Thank you Teresa."

Helen Webster reviewed: Try Enamel workshop - suitable for all abilities

"Fabulous and totally addictive. I didnt want the session to end. Cant wait to go back. Thank you Teresa for a wonderful experience."

Sue B reviewed: Christmas Pudding - needle felting workshop with The Lady Moth

"Żenia is a wonderful teacher and the course was brilliant. The venue was well suited m, with space for everyone to work as well as great food. We all made our felted robin following Żenia’s instructions and demonstration and she supported us each individually answering questions and giving tips. I will certainly be booking to attend another class and will enjoy practising at home with the penguin kit I bought. ?"

Julia Meakin reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Really lovely day learning lots of techniques for jewellery making and loved designing and making my own ring! Jonathan is a very good teacher."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Julia and well done with your jewellery making! Jonathan"

Gemma Robins reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Excellent day. Enjoyed every minute. Very friendly service and helpful when things go wrong. Lovely experience, thank you Jonathan."

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Gemma - you are always welcome back! Jonathan"

Danielle and Jamie reviewed: Half day leather accessories workshop

"Vajira was really friendly and helpful.My husband and i are novices and learnt a lot in the half day workshop. Vajira was patient and allowed us to experiment. We'd recommend the workshop to anyone wanting to get to groups with leather making and for those wanting to make a personal gift for friends and family. Thanks Vajira. Danielle and Jamie."

Peiris Designs responded:

"Thanks for coming to do the workshop and it was lovely to have you. I hope you both made the rest of accessories you took the patterns with you. Looking forward to see the small gifts you make."

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

"Our Weekend of Wool at Cobbles and Clay in Haworth was absolutely fantastic! We all got a very warm welcome from Mel, Linda and the cafe staff. The tuition was first class and covered all abilities. Mel and Linda were so helpful, patient and full of wonderful ideas and the pictures we all created were amazing. The food (especially the cake!) provided by Cobbles and Clay was delicious too! I left feeling inspired to practise some of the ideas at home and I am really looking forward to joining Crafts in the Valley for another felting workshop soon."

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

"I actually loved this course so much that l went back and did it a second time! We got to make a range of beautiful items including a decoration and some functional pieces - l wear the jewellery all the time and people always ask me where l got it from! I love being able to say i made it myself in a course. Melanie is such a wonderful teacher, full of inspiration, enthusiasm and generally really lovely and welcoming! I also enjoyed having a trip out to a really beautiful part of the world and the food in the middle of the day was a real treat! I will definitely be back for more!"

Rob reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Great course with a range of technical tasks. Ability to work with some creative freedom and a very knowledgeable host. Would highly recommend."

Mary James reviewed: Lino cutting course - Laura Andrew Art Studio, Lincoln - Linocut lino printing

"I had a really enjoyable day with Laura. She was very helpful around arranging dates. I was not completely confident as this was a whole new area for me, but Laura is an excellent, encouraging teacher and soon helped me get under way. I was really pleased (and a little surprised) by how good my prints looked when done. I didn't think I had the skills to make something so lovely. I have to admit I have caught the bug and will be trying more printing at home."