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Joy Roberts reviewed: Wet Felting - Jewellery and Beads

"I attended the felt bead class today. Excellent value for money. I learnt a completely new skill and took home a beautiful necklace, very impressive. Wendy's tuition is first rate and her Craftery is definitely an inspiring place to learn new crafts and buy materials."

Rachael Tomlinson reviewed: Make and decorate a ceramic bowl in one session

"I had so much fun and also relaxed for the first time in ages! Josie brings so much experience, but is also the loveliest, most patient, kind person and teacher; she's great company! Having tried other pottery courses this is by far the best, a very small group in her personal studio. Additionally she is very helpful if, like me you wish to continue hand-building at home, I have dropped new pieces back to her for firing, and Josie always gives you her time and help. Can't recommend more!"

Josie Warshaw Ceramics responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Rachael. I look forward to spending more time with you when you come to my evening class on Thursdays. I feel you have caught the making with clay bug! Josie"

Claire reviewed: Full day mosaic workshop for beginners - Meriden, West Midlands

"It was a really wonderful day. A great atmosphere, Anne has lots of patience and a lovely sense of humour. Not only is she a great tutor but also a great host (lunch was lovely and catered to some fairly specific dietary requirements without any fuss). Lots of choice around what to make and different things to make it with and the day was so good I'm thinking about repeating it to try out a different project"

Christy Jones reviewed: Pottery wheel throwing and hand building full day

"We really enjoyed our day very informative and will definitely return for further tuition. The homemade soup for lunch was delicious."

Lesley reviewed: Felted flowers workshop

"I'd been wanting to learn how to eco print for a very long time but hadn't been able to find any courses locally. Luckily I found Lena's Botanical/Eco Printing Course (which ran in June) a couple of days before it was due to start and it was the best thing I ever did. Lena is a great teacher and very knowledgeable and I learnt so much. The other ladies on the course were all very friendly and helpful and we all produced many beautiful eco printed fabrics and other items such as scarves, bags and T-shirts. I've found it very addictive and continue to experiment with eco printing at home at every opportunity. I would thoroughly recommend the course."

Sandra Purser reviewed: Silver clay 2 day course for beginners - Lori Ridgway

"I had two very good productive days with Lori in her workshop and am extremely pleased with the pieces I made. Lori patiently took me through each stage and taught me lots of new skills. The first day was quite intense (when all the groundwork was done) but the second day was when all the magic happened! I was made to feel at home in Lori's well equipped workshop and look forward to returning again for another course in the future."

Ann Hall reviewed: One day introduction to glass fusing in Medway, Kent

"I first attended one of Beverley’s workshops a couple of years ago. I was a bit apprehensive about going on my own, thinking others would be there with friends, and also I’m not arty at all. The workshop was friendly and welcoming. At this workshop I made a small dish, a suncatcher and a coaster. I’ve always loved fused glass and wanted to give it a go. I’m due to attend another workshop with Beverley in a couple of days. I would recommend these workshops to anyone wanting to try a new skill."

Beverley Bunn Glass Art responded:

"Thank you for your kind review Ann. I'm so pleased you are now really finding your feet with your glass fusing and it was lovely to have you back for a bespoke skills day too. Look forward to seeing your freeze & fuse projects!"

Kath Smith reviewed: Willow Framed Basket Making Day - Complete Beginners

"I am so proud of what I achieved! This course exceeded all my expectations and I had a wonderful time. Thank you so much Victoria for a truly memorable day. Very well organised, informative, challenging and fun. I will be recommending you to my friends."

Silvia reviewed: Lino cutting in Rye, East Sussex

"I truly enjoyed the course. It is perfect for beginners like me, as plenty of advice and support is given. Stephen and his wife have been great hosts and the atmosphere was very friendly and relaxed. Highly recommended!"

Nikki Bennett reviewed: One day introduction to glass fusing in Medway, Kent

"I had a brilliant day at Bev's glass fusing course. After purchasing a few Christmas pieces myself from Bev in the past as well as commissioning Bev for a fairly large glass centrepiece which has pride of place in our bathroom, I thought I would love to have a go myself. Bev was an excellent tutor and very patient with us complete beginners. I had to stay behind at the end of the day to finish my work (just like school, I was chatting too much!) and I could not wait for my 2 pieces of glass work to be fired in the kiln. It was really thrilling to see how it looked. I made an emerald green (with sparkly bits) cheese platter and a cream and berry coloured curved small dish. It was more difficult than I thought it would be, but totally fascinating and the time flew by. I'd love to do another session!"

Beverley Bunn Glass Art responded:

"I love it when a customer gets the glass bug and wants to learn to fuse themselves! Thank you Nikki for your lovely feedback - it was great to have you in the studio and you're welcome back any time! Bev x"

Dawn Woodson reviewed: Beginners Candlemaking for Two - Anglesey, Wales

"Great beginners course that exceeded my expectations. We learned several different candle making techniques and were able to choose from a wide range of fragrances. I came away with some realy lovely candles that i am really proud of! Anita a great teacher, i would happily recommend this course to anyone."

Ruth Lockyer reviewed: Needle felting workshop - Create your own woodland creature

"A wonderful day full of fun and laughter. Thanks Denise for your great teaching, I am so pleased with what I achieved and have already used my new skill making another hare. Many of my friends will be getting hares for their Christmas presents."

Crafty Gal responded:

"So happy you enjoyed your day! AND look forward to seeing pics of all those lovely Christmas pressies you make! Enjoy, x"

Lauren reviewed: Beginners 2 sterling silver stacking rings jewellery course

"This was an excellent course. Sarah created a wonderful and friendly atmosphere, as well as, teaching us the key principles of jewellery making. The results were amazing and I enjoyed the course immensely. I am hoping to do future classes and I would highly recommend this course."

Chris Waynment reviewed: Fused Glass workshops at Bere Alston, near Tavistock, Devon

"Thank you very much for a relaxing, enjoyable and productive day! A lovely studio space, with an excellent range of tools and materials, plenty of inspiration and lots of friendly expert tuition and guidance from Wendy. Thanks again!"

Stuart Tudball reviewed: Fused Glass workshops at Bere Alston, near Tavistock, Devon

"Lovely day learning an interesting new skill and the result was surprisingly good! Teaching was very thorough and encouraging and Studio is a great space. All very welcoming and professional while being relaxed and comfortable. Many thanks. Stuart."

Maria reviewed: One day stained glass workshop London for beginners and enthusiasts

"Thank you for a lovely glassy time! Beautiful workshop. Great conversation plus learned a new craft creating a copper foil sun catcher, now proudly displayed in my window."

GlassSeasons responded:

"Thanks Maria, appreciate it!!!"

Brian Phlarte reviewed: STAINED GLASS FOR HOME AND GARDEN

"Myself and my wife had a wonderful time on the Leaded Panels course, so much so we booked ourselves in again. I have a feeling I'll even be doing this as a hobby at home! Anna is great instructor and was incredibly encouraging to everyone on the course. 10/10 - highly recommend!"

Clara Denning reviewed: STAINED GLASS FOR HOME AND GARDEN

"Had an absolutely brilliant time on Anna's workshop. So inspiring and super friendly. Anna is a great teacher and you can be the most non-creative individual like myself and still come out with an absolute gem of work (if i do say so myself L.O.L.!) Have already booked Anna to do my daughter's birthday party which she is super-excited about. xx"

Judy Hewitt reviewed: Fused glass day course - beginners/intermediate

"It was my first attempt at Glass Fusing and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. Nicky was very patient and guided me gently. The only negative point was not finding her studio easily, but once found, it will be remembered easily. It was a very enjoyable day and I want to do it again."

Jan Green reviewed: Jewellery making at the Cheshire School of Glass

"An Excellent course! There were 4 of us on the course and we had such a good time. It was 2 days of indulgence and relaxing. Their were a lot of materials including dicroich glass. Jenny gave all of us jewellery findings for our work and showed us how to attach them. Lunch and drinks provided in abundance. I will definitely be purchasing a microwave kiln , which we tried... although most of our work was fired in a conventional kiln for speed. Thanks Jan"

Nathan T reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"A fantastic course that's structured really well. A very enjoyable day, I learnt a lot, and I will be in touch for a welder. You could perhaps put a vice on the work bench? *Review written at the welding facility on 01/09/18, hard copy kept at premises."

Alex C reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"The course is perfect for first time welders, I'd be interested in doing any further course you run. *Review written at the welding facility on 01/09/18, hard copy kept at premises."

Andy C reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"The course content was brilliant, everything was adequate and above and I would recommend thoroughly to all. *Review written at the welding facility on 01/09/18, hard copy kept at premises."

Trevor P reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"The course is good and very hands on. I thoroughly enjoyed it, thank you. *Review written at the welding facility on 01/09/18, hard copy kept at premises."

Jim G reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"I really enjoyed the day. David is a great teacher and the course is excellent. *Review written at the welding facility on 01/09/18, hard copy kept at premises."