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Linda Pyne reviewed: Mosaic class

"Having stayed at the B&B and been inspired by Dawn’s mosaics I was very keen to return for one of her courses - I certainly wasn’t disappointed. Dawn you are a wonderful host, teacher and cook... the atmosphere and company was great, the time flew and at the end of the course I had a beautiful butterfly which I’m proud to display in my home. Thank you so much - I’m now confident and inspired to continue mosaicing on my own!"

Jigsaw Mosaics responded:

"Thank you Linda my pleasure, I am very grateful to you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Dawn x"

Michelle, Jill & Jude reviewed: Sun printing workshop in Devon

"We all had a wonderful spent learning the techniques of sun printing. Bridget initially gave us a demonstration and then we were given lots of freedom to create the kind of prints we individually preferred. Bridget was on hand with lots of guidance and inspiration progressing us from printing on paper to material. The weather was wet and windy which made working in natural sun light outside impossible but we used lamps indoors and it did not seem to hamper us all from creating some really lovely pieces to take away with us. We all agreed we would love to do more courses with Bridget and will be signing up for silk painting in the Spring. Two of us travelled from Wiltshire and it was well worth it. A tasty lunch was provided. Thanks again Bridget."

Amy tibbs reviewed: Needle felting workshops taught live online by Heartfelt by Heidi

"I did the felt penguin workshop yesterday with my sister, we had a great time, Heidi was very friendly and welcoming as was the whole group of ladies. It was are first time and would definitely go again. Thanks for a great morning I love it. Xx"

Heartfelt by Heidi responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Amy, I loved meeting you and your sister. I am so glad you enjoyed the workshop. I love teaching Needle Felting, especially to complete beginners who come with an open mind and willingness to learn, but usually have no idea about how to felt, but go away inspired by their own characterful make. You were great fun and should be proud of your cute penguin, I hope to see you again in the future x"

Becky Thompson reviewed: Linocut one day workshop: one to one

"Annette is a fabulous teacher and shares her knowkedge and experience very generously for every lesson. She showed us a variety of styles and we were all able to create our own projects. I learnt that lino cutting is very versatile and that its normal for a cutting to take many hours. I would throroughly and wholeheartedly recomend this course if you fancy a fun day making prints."

Rachel Luca reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"Had an amazing time on Kerry’s candle making course with great all round company. Kerry’s kitchen workshop was so beautifully laid out. Was very interesting learning some of the science behind candle making and candle burning. I bought the candle kit which was very reasonably priced and I will definitely be making my own candles from now on. 5 stars all round. Thank you Kerry"

Shelagh Tompkinson reviewed: Stained Glass - Leaded Light (3 days) in the Peak District

"I have just had a fantastic weekend at Zantium making stained glass. This was my second visit to the Studio and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. Alison, who runs the course is always friendly and welcoming, she makes great lunches and even greater cakes! Lili, the tutor, is inspiring - she guides you through every step of the process, gives great advice and encourages you to learn through hands on experience. There were only 6 of us on the course and therefore, as numbers are deliberately kept low, Lili is able to give lots of one to one tuition. A great weekend - I'm looking forward to going back for more!"

Lesa Husband reviewed: Mosaic introduction day

"The Mosaic Introduction day was very enjoyable and informative. Prior to attending, I was a little apprehensive due to not being particularly gifted in arty endeavours. I needn't have worried, Helen was so warm and friendly and gave great advice and encouragement throughout the day. My friend and myself were both delighted with what we achieved in a day and we both agreed we learned a lot whilst also finding it relaxing and fun. Highly recommended. Thanks Helen."

Sharon Howarth reviewed: Introduction to leaded stained glass

"This was my 4th course with Gen and definately my most challenging but with a great deal of help and patience from Gen i love my finished piece ."

Wicked Gen Crafts responded:

"Thank you for coming back for another course and I am glad I managed to challenge you some more! I hope to see you back again for another course sometime soon."

Gareth Jones reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Brilliant! Thoroughly enjoyed everything from the excellent food to the excellent tuition. I now know how much energy and care goes into making metal objects. The arms and back are tired but my mind has been excited by the day. Thanks again to you all."

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

"I had a simply wonderful 2 days learning new skills, I will cherish this experience for a long time and have a stool to remind me."

Tim Litherland reviewed: Stone carving 1 day introduction course in East Yorkshire at Micklethwaite Studios

"Spent last Friday undertaking my first attempt at stone carving, it was a revelation bought to life by Alan and Tracey. They could not have been more helpful throughout the day. It was a relaxed pace to the day with allowing me to concentrate and get the most out of it. I am certainly considered how I might further myself in this art. Thank you Alan and Tracey."

Micklethwaite Studios responded:

"Hello Tim, Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to meet you, and you did a great job with getting to grips with tools, techniques and materials to create your carving! We will hope to see you again if you decide to continue your carving journey... Best wishes, Tracey"

Paul reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"Great day, really enjoyed it. Learnt a lot of skills and made a fantastic wedding ring. Thanks Paul"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Thank you Paul - well done with the ring making and best wishes for the big day! Jonathan"

Jan reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"What a fabulous day. Jonathan has the patience of a saint and so much knowledge. I now have a lovely silver bangle to wear - as well as a copper practise one! What an experience! And I'll be telling my friends. Jan"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Hi Jan. Thank you for the kind words. It was great to meet you all and I was very impressed with your developing confidence. Hoping you are still enjoying the jewellery! Jonathan"

Tracey reviewed: One day silver jewellery making in Worcestershire.

"I have thoroughly enjoyed the day, my bangle looks amazing. It was good fun learning with the copper; different techniques to making a bracelet. Will definitely do this again. What to make next? Tracey"

Salt Way Silver responded:

"Hi Tracey Many thanks for the kind review. Well done with your jewellery making and we did have a giggle too! I'm glad to hear you had a good day on the boat Jonathan"

Emma Watt reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"I thoroughly enjoyed myself this morning at Kerrylyn’s candle making class. Lots of interesting information and detailed steps in how to make the candle and the blend of scent to put in it. I’d say it was value for money and it was a lovely morning meeting really interesting people as well."

Annette reviewed: Glass etching workshop in Devon

"Jenny is a superb teacher and we had a great afternoon, leaving proudly with an etched mirror and tumbler. She inspired us to be creative and individual, to produce high quality objects in a very relaxed atmosphere with lovely tea and homemade cake. Thank you so much Jenny. I will be recommending you to friends."

Amy cockrem reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I got this for by partners xmas presant last year he has loved it today he said he thoroughly enjoyed it and will be booking again thankyou"

Alys reviewed: Introduction to Block Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"What a lovely day learning lino printing! As a complete beginner I couldn't recommend this course, or Judith, more highly. The atmosphere is relaxed and encouraging, and although everyone on the course chose very different subject matter, we all ended the day with a collection of amazing and individual prints. I would do it again tomorrow."

Katie Wilkinson reviewed: Needle felting workshops taught live online by Heartfelt by Heidi

"Heidi was very welcoming and helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and would recommend anyone to try it. I am a complete beginner but felt very pleased with what I achieved on the first go. I look forward to attending more of Heidi’s courses. Thank you ?"

Heartfelt by Heidi responded:

"Thank you Kate, I really enjoyed teaching you, your penguin was brilliant, I am so pleased you were inspired! I would love to welcome you back in the future. Heartfelt thanks Heidi x"

Sarah Vickers reviewed: Potter's wheel pottery - half day course Siramik

"I was bought a half day voucher by my brother as a birthday present as he knew I enjoyed doing pottery. I have done a few courses in the past and thoroughly enjoyed working on the potters wheel. However I learnt more in the two hour course run by Yoka than I learnt on several evening college courses. Excellent training in a lovely atmosphere, I would definatley recommend this course and will be going back."

Hilary Alder reviewed: Blacksmith Experience Day - Anvil Forge

"What a fantastic day I had at Anvil Forge, getting a taste of the life and skills of a blacksmith. I am delighted with the garden sculpture which will look terrific by our pond. My friends will be so impressed. I'll take a little credit, but most of it will have to go to John, Mark, Spencer and Charlotte for their kind and sympathetic instruction and encouragement. You may well see me again! Many thanks to you all."

Anvil Forge responded:

"Hi Hilary I am pleased you enjoyed the course and as we mentioned you are welcome to return at any time. The garden sculpture you made ( I think you deserve most of the credit) looked great and would enhance any garden. Best wishes John and the Team"

christopher hallpike reviewed: Learn to carve wooden spoons, beginners and improvers

"Dear Dave, sorry I'm so late with this review - it just slipped my mind. I really enjoyed the day which was very well planned and presented. Just enough to be challenging without being overwhelming. I certainly learned a lot and would like to come to another of your classes sometime. I have sanded down the spoon and butter-spreader and they really look quite aesthetic. (I filled the hole in the spoon with Araldite which looks a bit odd but works!)"

Karl Wills reviewed: Bees for Development Sustainable Beekeeping Weekend Courses 2024

"A useful and informative course at a very nice location. Like many others I had been shown the modern (industrial) way of keeping bees, which felt at odds with my ethics regarding animal welfare. The sustainable bee keeping course provided the information to show that keeping bees could be done in a way sympathetic to the bees. The instructors each had their own views and this helped to create an overall balanced programme."

Rachel Hewitt reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"Went with my sister in law after we had enjoyed the candles at a fair over the summer. We had a really wonderful time! Kerry was a wonderful host and explained each section brilliantly. The place smelt amazing and was so welcoming and warm. We made our own scented candle, then learnt how to make our own sent to use in a future candle. Everyone on the course was so lovely! We came away so happy and excited about making our own candles in the future. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking for a gift for a crafty friend or a fun morning out with friends. I would also say, having looked into other craft courses, this was really good value for money!"

Julie Higgins reviewed: Upholstery classes at Sandra Fryer's Workshops

"I found Sandra’s course after being let down at the last minute by someone else. This proved to be the silver lining in my cloud! Sandra is very easy to get on with as she has a very friendly and easy approach to teaching which is great when you are a novice. I jumped in at the deep end with a large armchair and she didn’t flinch - she had me making piping in no time! Nothing is too much trouble - no project a lost cause. Everything is possible and the results are always amazing. I could easily spend all day, every day, padding, cutting, stapling and stitching. Sandra certainly makes it addictive. The tea and cake helps too. If you feel like treating yourself this is definitely the way to do it. I can’t praise her classes enough."