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Pam and Kate reviewed: Create a ceramic animal sculpture with Twisted Earth Ceramics at Ilkley Manor Studio

"Just wanted to say what a great day we had making our donkeys. We were total begginers so not sure how we would manage to create anything that resembled a donkey. Sure enough with Richard's excellent teaching and support we each have a donkey to be proud of. Would highly recommend Richard's workshops, good fun,relaxed atmosphere and a great way to bring out your inner creativity. Looking forward to seeing the donkeys in a couple of weeks."

Liz reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"No idea how Sebastian managed to support us all so well. V knowledgable and with great people skills. Although no one in the group had carved stone before, our experience of thinking/working in 3 D was very varied. None at all in my case but that was OK. My 87 year old father's response? 'That was a fantastic weekend' - and it was. It's never too late to try something new!"

Gina Tanner reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Just the right balance of tuition and help. Planning to attend another course next year to build on experience gained. thank you Sebastion - a relaxing, but productive weekend."

Alison Marquand reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"Many thanks for a super day, Dawn! It was lovely to meet others who are enthusiastic about machine embroidery too and to see the different interpretations and methods they used. Your help and advice was excellent and I picked up tips and ideas to try later. The plentiful supply of tea,coffee, delicious biscuits and cake was a perfect bonus! Many thanks."

Linda Sandison reviewed: Knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"My friend Joan and I spent a lovely 2 hours in Ann`s company learning to crochet. As everyone has said she was unbelievably patient with us complete novices! Joan and I were amazed to find we both had a granny square to take home with us and a new skill! Our session was on 31st August and we are both slightly obsessed _ I am currently trying to master holly leaves for Christmas _ there are so many free patterns on the intranet! Best £15 spent in a while- thanks again Ann"

Leeds Central Faith and Light responded:

"Thank you, Linda, for taking the time to write a review. I am glad you and Joan found the workshop useful and were pleased with the results of your hard work. It does get addictive!! Hope your holly leaves work out."

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

"A Brilliant day and thoroughly enjoyed meeting Mel and the other crafty ladies on this felting workshop. As a total beginner due to the excellent and patient tuition was guided through the whole process and came away with a lovely felted picture. A five star day."

Maria reviewed: Fascinator making millinery workshop Burton-on-Trent

"What an enjoyable day! An an instructor, Rachel is patient and delivers the course in an interactive and supportive way. She will provide 1:1 assistance if you need it and freedom to explore if you don't. I had such a lovely day, with a great bunch of ladies. I only wished I had booked more places and brought some friends / family. I can see how this would make an excellent birthday experience or alternative 'hen' party. I'll be looking to book on to the next stage course soon... if only you lived closer, Rachel ;-)"

The Quirky Quillers responded:

"Thank you Maria :-) I am always happy to have an excuse to return to Yorkshire! If you have a few people who are interested I can always look at tailoring something specific to you, with a mix of beginner and intermediate! I look forward to seeing you again soon."

Julie Fussell reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Sebastian runs a great course. His technique is to let you pick up the tools and get stuck in, but he is always there if you have questions or need advice. You’ll be amazed at what you can achieve in 2 days, even as a completely beginner."

Judith reviewed: Stained Glass Nuno Felted Scarves Online Class

"I had a great day on this course Lena was a very good teacher she is very creative and willing to share her knowledge with a passion for her craft . Lena was very welcoming and her Apple pie was an unexpected bonus. I would recommend this course as it was a fantastic day and come away with feeling of achievement I will be signing up for another one of her workshops."

Susan Ennis Hutton reviewed: Woodturning Course in North Yorkshire with Philip Greenwood RPT

"I recently did a wood turning course with Philip Greenwood. I enjoyed the my day tremendously. Philip is a brilliant teacher, he made the day fun and informative and his ability to simplify the process put me at my ease. Wendy provided copious cups of coffee as well as a tasty lunch. I can highly recommend Philip and his courses and look forward to attended another in the near future. It was a lovely way to spend a day. Oh, and I got to make and take home a very impressive wooden bowl. Result!"

Barry Gait reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I have just enjoyed the same course as Jim and can only reiterate what he has said. Gerry has taken a small group of likeminded people through an interesting introduction to wood carving that has included basic techniques, tool maintenance and wood choice. We have all come away with a finished introduction piece and our own piece almost finished. A fascinating two days that has also been a lot of fun with regular refreshments including excellent soup and buffet at lunchtimes. I can't recommend the course highly enough."

Guy Wood reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Sebastian is a fantastic tutor. He balanced tuition with experimentation perfectly. His interventions were always thoughtful and delivered with sensitivity . I thoroughly enjoyed the course and achieved far more than I thought possible within the 2 days. I would highly recommend the course, it was perfect ."

Jim Commins reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"I would wholeheartedly recommend this course to anyone who is embarking on the woodcarving journey. Today I finished the excellent 2 day beginner course with Gerry. Having no experience of woodcarving (or anything arts & crafts) I had a bit of trepidation on how the course would go but I worried needlessly. Gerry's relaxed approachable style, coupled with the group consisting of very friendly like minded people from a variety of backgrounds, made the 2 days a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Gerry steered everyone along the course at a pace to suit everyones ability, and at the end of the 2 days we all had one finished piece plus a second piece well on the way to completion. Gerry provided individul step-by-step tuition to everyone and was always there to guide me back on the right path when I felt myself going astray. We discussed tools, sharpening, woods, etc....I came away with a solid sense of direction on what was the best next steps for me. Gerry's knowledge and skills are clearly vast and we were obviously only scratching the surface of his talents. All in all I am delighted I attended and recommend to anyone."

Rachel Mundy reviewed: Powertex /mixed media journal workshop

"Amazing medium taught in a fun and hands-on way. I have completed several projects with The Crafty Little Corner always coming away with a beautiful piece of artwork and several new skills within the technique. Would definitely recommend for experienced crafters and beginners alike."

Jayne Wright reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"Enjoyed the day very much, Dawn was very helpful and informative, after getting accustomed with the concept of free motion embroidery on practice pieces I created a lovely picture to take home."

Rita Patrick reviewed: Introductory course covering wet felting and Nuno techniques in the beautiful Forest of Dean

"Attended a workshop on 29th September. I had a most wonderful day, thank you so much Christine. Very satisfying working with such lovely colourful wools. We all made our own items and Christine was very patient and encouraging all through. Thank you too Jem who made us a fabulous lunch. Rita."

Christine Waygood. Contemporary Textiles. responded:

"Thanks Rita, Glad you enjoyed it. See you again soon, Chris"

Iason reviewed: Nordic wood craft

"My girlfriend and I had a private workshop to make our own cup. Tom was very helpful, knowledgable and overall a really nice person! He knows his skills and is very good at explaining them. We especially liked the fact that he explained and demonstrated but also left enough space for us to try things for ourselves. In the end, it really is about doing and learning this by yourself but without Tom's insights you wouldn't know where to start :) The location is also really nice and Tom provides hot beverages and a shelter for those cold and/or rainy days. Would definitely recommend!"

Wooden Tom responded:

"Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure getting to know you both also."

Fi Axford reviewed: Two day stained glass workshop - lead panels or garden sculpture

"I have done three courses with Gigha, a 2 day garden panels workshop, a one day bunting & a one day lead panels workshop. I can't get enough! Highly recommended. Gigha's workshops are informative and good fun. You leave with new skills and your creation/s have had a day where everything else in your life is temporarily forgotten while you are engrossed in putting your new skills into action."

Rachel reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"We had such a great day with a friendly atmosphere and help was always on hand if needed! It was informative and fun throughout the whole day. Honest and genuine people who are passionate about what they do and guide you into being able to make your very own knife !! We will be back for the 2 day course ."

Rachel reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"We had such a great day with a friendly atmosphere and help was always on hand if needed! It was informative and fun throughout the whole day. Honest and genuine people who are passionate about what they do and guide you into being able to make your very own knife !! We will be back for the 2 day course ."

Nick Sterling reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I just wanted to say a huge thank you to you, Adrian and Andy for what has been an outstanding experience today! I’m knackered and my forearms hurt so much along with my back but it was all worth it to bring home the 2 masterpieces that I made of a dragon hanger set and the keyring. From the first contact with you on email through to meeting you today and then the patience and support of the lads, it all went to make it a truly memorable day for me. Your cooking is a loss to Darton but a gain to my waistline! Thank you again, you’re a superb team and long may you be successful."

Linda R reviewed: 'Applique & stitch' discovering Machine embroidery: a 'Quirky Workshop' nr Ullswater & the Lake District

"Dear Sarah and Annie, Just to say how much I enjoyed the embroidery course last Saturday. It was great to spend a day with so many lovely ladies and so many sewing machines! I’ve finished my picture and made a couple of lavender bags using the same techniques. I’m sure I will be doing lots more."

Jeanette Matthews reviewed: Handspinning - for beginners and improvers - Saturday afternoon Sessions

"A lovely afternoon with two knowledgable,friendly tutors. I felt welcome,and left having learnt the basics of spinning. Now to practice and hopefully return to develop my skills ."

Lisa Hayward reviewed: Glass etching workshop in Devon

"I would just like to say a huge thank you for a most amazing afternoon. A warm welcome helped to ease my nerves and with friendly expert advice I have created glass work which I am so very proud of. I am no artist but with your help, support and patience I have created Christmas gifts which are stunning. I definitely have the glass etching bug and will continue to explore and develop my skills and abilities. The other students were friendly, the cake was delicious and on leaving I felt relaxed and fulfilled. Its very hard as a working mum to make time for yourself but I am so pleased I took this opportunity and will recommend it to all my friends and family. Thank you so much Jenny"

John Lynch reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Utterly brilliant. Bob has a very well paced training programme that built the skills. He then supported & encouraged individual work to achieve my dream piece. Bob & the forge is the real deal."