Latest reviews

Paul Swan reviewed: French Polishing & Woodcare - Beginners Course - 1 Day

"I have just spent a day with Ollie, and have been amazed how much I learned, and was able to achieve, in a single day. Ollie is a brilliant tutor and has an encyclopaedic knowledge of his subject. He is patient and encouraging and has given me real confidence. I am a box-maker, and wanted to add french polishing as an option I can offer to clients in the future. I believe that I can now do that."

Lynne Friel reviewed: Paper Making - Hand Made Recycled Paper

"I attended a paper making workshop with Wendy. She's a great teacher, everything was ready for us and we followed the process step by step with Wendy's encouragement. We enjoyed tea and refreshments whilst discovering the techniques of paper making. We each went home with a mould and deckle and the skills to make paper at home. Can't wait to get started. Highly recommended."

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

"Fantastic one day course. Achieved more than ever thought possible!"

Janet Hood reviewed: Wet felted bowls, vessels and vases

"Another excellent and interesting workshop. Each step was fully explained and demonstrated by Kat who is always informative and fun."

David reviewed: Green woodworking and nature connection in the Malvern Hills

"One of the best weekends I have had for a while. Fantastic time in a magical location where we all had the opportunity to socialize with a group of avid wood enthusiasts and of course learn the basic craft of green woodwork. Tom’s know-how, expertise and teaching skill is beyond par, not to mention Ida’s spiritual and woodland education that together provided an holistic experience. Food, which included 3 meals a day, far exceeded anyone’s expectations allowing some “glamping” notion to the experience. Highly recommended for those who wish to get out of the rat race for a few days and gain some skills which can then be used anywhere. Thank you Tom, Ida and the hospitality team."

Richard David Way reviewed: Oak stool making experience - rustic carpentry & green wood work

"This experience was given to me as a birthday present. It was an excellent present. The course was fully hands on and extremely rewarding to attend. Ian is very knowledgeable and very friendly. The course was relaxed and there was plenty of time to complete each stage of the project without feeling rushed. The stool I made now has pride of place in my home and I sincerely look forward to visiting again for another one of his courses. I would recommend his courses to everyone."

Penny reviewed: Lampworking Workshop: Full Day Beginners Workshop

"I have done a little beadmaking before and wanted to extend my range of techniques. Suzanne was really welcoming and knowledgeable, she demonstrated clearly what I wanted to know, answered all my questions and helped me to learn the techniques. A very satisfying day."

Suzanne Jewellery responded:

"So pleased you enjoyed your day, thank you for taking the time to review your workshop. Suzanne"

john Albiston reviewed: 2 day blacksmithing courses

"what a great way to spend a weekend. Aaron was a great teacher, helping when ever a guiding hand was needed. i learnt a lot and made some great things. highly recommended."

Lynn Cooke reviewed: Linocut printmaking at Bull Mill Arts Wiltshire

"The workshop is very professionally run by Olivia with all tools and materials provided. The standard of teaching is excellent. Olivia has a way of ensuring that you have a thorough understanding of the processes and the highest level which might be achieved. With her artists eye she guides you towards completing a piece of work to the very best of your ability. Never doing it for you but rather explaining how to get over possible problems or design weaknesses. Absolutely recommend the course for location, setting, facilities and teaching."

Wendy reviewed: Half day willow bird feeder/hanging basket course with Joe Gregory

"All of Joe's willow weaving courses attended so far have been enriching and enjoyable experiences. Joe is very approachable and friendly while she has a lot of patience in showing her students what is required to make a successful piece of willow weaving whether that takes a specific form such as a basket or whether it is more of a free form sculpture such as an animal. I would highly recommend Joe and her courses to anyone!"

Creative with Nature Ltd responded:

"thanks wendy! lovely feedback. xxx"

Naomi reviewed: Learn to Turn in the Dartmoor National Park

"I had a lovely day wood turning with Chris. This is the first time I have ever tried turning and it was a marvelous experience! Chris was very patient and knowledgeable about it all and I came back with a lovely bowl. It's a lovely day out that I would recommend to anyone. Chris will even give you chocolate biccys and cuppa soups if you were to forget your lunch!"

Steph Woods reviewed: Creating ceramic animals courses - with James Ort & Alison Pink

"The clay animal weekend was fabulous. The demos were great and the teachers were so supportive and helpful during my modelling process. I struggled on day one but remembered it's not about the results it's about the learning and creating. On the Sunday I realised I had learned alot already and felt braver and more relaxed, so I just "went for it" and was really pleased with what I created. The environment is so lovely, with great light from the garden accompanied by the cockerel regularly having his say! It is such a beautiful place to be, hang out, create, relax, learn and let go of perfectionist inhibitions! And the people are always so lovely. This was my second visit - I did clay life-modelling last year. I look forward to playing again soon!"

Vernice reviewed: Art & Craft Days - Carole Massey - Christmas Scenes Watercolour, Acrylics or Pastels

"I just wanted to say what a fabulous day I had. The hospitality was fantastic, (note to ones self, start diet tomorrow). Carol was superb, the best workshop I have been on."

Tim Laker reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"A most enjoyable and relaxing 2 hours and came home with a new skill which I will pursue at home, and a lovely pot hanger. Alice was very welcoming and the studio in an amazing location."

Chesca Rogers reviewed: Mini Felt Floral Wreath Kit

"We had such a brilliant day and our wreaths are absolutely gorgeous, I can’t believe we made them. Lyndsey was very patient and clear in her explanations and was so helpful. The lunch and scones were delicious and we felt very looked after. I can’t recommend this course enough."

Janet Blundell reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"A really good day. Julie's planning & teaching skills are first rate. The group was small enough for everyone to integrate & receive as much help as they needed (in my case a bit more! ) enabling everyone produced a basket to be proud of. The cakes were delicious!"

sarah woodcock reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"Excellent day, really enjoyed every aspect of it from start to finish. Julie is a really good teacher and we made the most beautiful baskets in just a,day, learning a lot of good techniques and new words. Both Rob and Julie,are very patient and positive. Thank you for an amazing day."

Hilary reviewed: Introduction to Block Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"I really enjoyed this workshop and also found it very helpful. I had done some lino printing at home and Judith showed me how to go on the next stage, adding layers of colour to my prints. A friendly and relaxed atmosphere, even though we were all concentrating very hard! A lovely setting too. Highly recommended."

Kat Tudor reviewed: Bead jewellery making party/ Workshop

"I bought tickets to this Bead Jewellery Workshop for a gift. We absolutely loved it! It was the perfect level of difficulty (we are complete beginners). Lindsay had a huge range of beads to choose from and gave us clear instructions at our own pace. We made a bracket and a pair of earrings and keep showing people are creations days afterwards! We would highly recommend this workshop and hopefully we will book onto Lindsay candle making workshop soon. Many thanks!"

Liz reviewed: Macrame Pot Hanger Workshop

"A happy two hours learning a new skill in a welcoming environment. A very enjoyable Sunday morning, thank you!"

Nicola Milner reviewed: Sculptural willow weaving - Animals

"This course was wonderful. Stephen is an exceptionally talented, warm and open guy. You cannot come away without being creatively inspired. He gives you helpful direction and also allows you space to experiment. He guided us through a communal project together (we built a willow den) before sending us off to work on our own projects. I made a lovely sphere garden sculpture. It’s a good idea to research what you might like to make beforehand (Pinterest is helpful) and send any pictures to Stephen in advance so that he can prepare. A great experience. If he was based near to where I live (in West London), then I would go for an inspirational “fix” every week. Thank you."

Eileen Hall reviewed: Quilling for Mother's Day with Learn to be Crafty

"Another informative, fun craft lesson. This time making scarves from T shirts. A fantastic day was had by all, cake and biscuits up to scratch! Can't wait for the Christmas lesson in November."

Rachel reviewed: Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

"I am not a particularly artist person - I just love to try...under Steve's tutelage, I feel I really have created my own masterpieces which will serve as a reminder of the joy and utter peace a day in his workshop provided me with... I cannot recommend Steve's work and his workshop, highly enough... although I'd quite like to keep him a secret too, so I can easily book on another weekend :-)... he's brilliant, the day was like a week's holiday and Devon is just perfect. Rx"

Sue reviewed: Sculptural willow weaving - Animals

"A wonderfully inspiring and thoroughly enjoyable day! We all worked together on a sculpture in the morning which, apart from being good fun, was an excellent way to introduce us to each other and to the different types of willow. In the afternoon we concentrated on personal projects. Stephen was extremely generous, encouraging, patient and helpful. His knowledge is extensive and invaluable. I learnt a tremendous amount and look forward to learning more; in fact, the only problem I can foresee, is that willow weaving could become addictive!"

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

"When I had a visit to England approaching I decided to look for a green wood furniture making course. I looked online and found Peter's course of two days as an introduction. I was not disappointed. The course structure was great for me as I had little experience in this craft. Peter was a wonderful tutor and was always on hand for advice. There was never an issue with the tools and I was introduced to new tools and their use. With fine weather on the first day we were able to work outside in a lovely Devon environment in the country. The second day was mostly indoors in a large well equiped workshop. How nice it was to be able to complete the project and have something to take home with me at the end of the course."