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Anna Kruczynska reviewed: Woodturning courses in Hampshire - Beginners and improvers wood turning courses - Turn British, all British lathes!!

"I booked a one-day course with Andy as a birthday gift for my 14yr old son, and was encouraged to give it a go myself since I was going to be hanging around anyway. I’m so glad I did as it turned out to be an amazing experience for both of us. My son had kept showing me Woodturning demonstrations on YouTube which made me think he needs to experience the real deal. Andy IS the real deal! A real wealth of information and skills. His tutoring style is relaxed and friendly, providing the right mix of demonstration, gentle encouragement and letting you go for it. His workshop is an Aladdin’s cave of tools and equipment all neatly displayed. I could see my son was totally awestruck! The whole day was five-star, topped off with a delicious cottage pie courtesy of Martine, on the decking overlooking a truly beautiful coy carp pond shrouded by various species of bamboo, and surrounded by bonsai trees. My son is now about to embark on the Duke of Edinburgh Award and he wants Woodturning to be his skill section. Need I say more!"

Simon reviewed: Spoon Carving in the Woods (an introduction)

"What a great day, located in peaceful woodland I spent an immensely enjoyable day learning to carve a spoon. Phil really knows his trade and is also an amazing teacher, patient and good to chat with. We started the day with a Lime log and ended up with two spoons.....just brilliant. On top of that there was real coffee on the open fire, snacks during the day and a sausage sizzle lunch......honestly the best course I have attended and great value."

Margaret reviewed: Make your very own Tote bag

"I attended Richard’s tote bag workshop along with my husband. I cannot praise it highly enough. Richard is a great teacher, very patient and very generous with his knowledge, he even gave me advice on how to restore a damaged leather bag that has sentimental value for a friend. We both enjoyed the day tremendously! If you are thinking of booking a course with Richard, don’t hesitate, you’ll have a great day and come away with a lovely piece of leather work. When I took our tote bags to work they caused quite a stir and a sizeable amount of envy with several people asking if I would sell them! I can’t wait to go back and make something else and, in the hours we were with him, he has given me the confidence, advice and encouragement to attempt the restoration for my friend."

Rachel Warrillow reviewed: Powertex fabric sculpture introduction session

"I had a lovely time on this workshop last Saturday. Annette is so welcoming and has a wonderful space in her studio with inspiration at every turn! She is so knowledgeable and passionate about her medium. The time flew by and I was really pleased with my finished piece."

Marie Donohue reviewed: Artisan Printmaking Weekend Course

"Very young helpful, relaxed but at the same time encouraging of extending the individual . I would recommend this course strongly"

Lucie Winton Stubbs reviewed: Fused Glass workshops at Bere Alston, near Tavistock, Devon

"Absolutely brilliant day and I am 1,000% hooked!! Wendy is a great teacher, with a huge amount of knowledge about glass and it's flexibility, flow and limits, but encourages you to push your boundaries as an Artist, which is amazing and hard to find on some courses. She allows you time/freedom to experiment but is always there to help and assist when needed. I highly recommend this course!! Fantastic studio setting also ... love working to the sound of chickens ... makes me feel at home. Lucie x"

Karen Dearn reviewed: Percher hat making - blocking for beginners millinery workshop

"Rachel is a lovely warm person who is gifted and passionate about this craft. It was a wonderful day with 3 other lovely people but we gelled beautifully! A "must" for anyone going to a special event who wants to make something truly beautiful and unique. Thanks Rachel, Suszanne, Mary and Christine, a pleasure to meet you all... Venue perfect. :)"

Alison reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"Great day with a fab bunch of ladies and tutor. We learnt a lot, luge day lot and came out with a unique hand made animal ? Trumpet Corner, was fabulous in terms of Location offering loads of parking, great staff and fabulous local and handmade food, what could be better!"

Jan Goode reviewed: Mosaic day workshop on Orkney

"I had a great day and was really pleased with the mosaic I produced."

Jane Stock reviewed: Artisan Printmaking Weekend Course

"The workshop was well organised and a great success. There were 3 people taking part which meant that we benefited from a high level of guidance and input from Nicola which enabled us to make good progress and complete many prints to be proud of. There are ideas and techniques which I will be able to take forward and make use of with textile work and further printing at home. The lunch provided by Nicola was excellent and there was a good supply of chocolate brownies throughout the day!"

Caroline Jones reviewed: Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

"I spent a really informative day with Ed, the course was really thorough and I came away with a fantastic moulding of my model - ready for slip casting in a couple of weeks. Thanks again Ed and I look forward to the next course!"

Bridget Kimber reviewed: Handmade cards in Hampshire

"I have been to June Adams workshops three times and I am totally hooked. You come away with all these amazing magical cards that you can't believe you have made. June is so patient and I have so enjoyed her workshops including one for my birthday which was such a surprise. I only wish June lived nearer that I could attend more of her workshops. Yes I would thoroughly recommend one of June's workshops as a Birthday/Christmas etc present."

Cardinal Cards responded:

"Thank you so much Bridget. A chance meeting in Hobbycraft brought us together and I'm so happy you have enjoyed the workshops x"

Fiona Maclean reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"Had an excellent time at Margaret’s workshop - this time working on a 3-D object coated with Delft pottery pieces. Margaret is patient, imaginative and a terrific 3-D artist. She has tremendous skill and imagination and is a kind, caring and totally wonderful teacher. She helps you when you are struggling and praises every little step on the way to creating a personal piece of work. Thank you Margaret for all your kind words, terrific teaching, lovely environment and company. Thoroughly enjoyed my course these past two days."

Ann Aitken reviewed: Holiday ceramic sculpture workshop for children 8+ (and adults)

"How fortunate we were to have been recommended to Beatrice's courses - the opportunity to learn from such a skilled sculptor who is also an arts educator and a therapist is rare! My 14 year old daughter attended her second course with Beatrice summer 2018, (the previous one was 18 months ago), and once again she thoroughly enjoyed it & produced a beautiful sculpture. Beatrice allows the participants to choose what to make, but provides many ways to inspire her students with animal figures, photos & other student's sculptures. Beatrice is an amazing teacher, providing guidance, advice & helping the students to develop their techniques."

Alexandra Back reviewed: Stained glass summer workshop in Hampshire by Stardust Stained Glass

"I was a little apprehensive but Sarah made me feel very welcome. She was a great instructor. It was a nice small group and I met lots of lovely like-minded ladies; all excited about cutting and shaping our first pieces of glass to make our very own sun-catchers! I would love to book again! Thanks."

Gill reviewed: ‘Winter dream ' wool painting face-to-face textile art course in Worcestershire

"Fabulous workshop! I have really enjoyed the whole process- very therapeutic and beautiful execution of a wool painting with sort natural fibres. Professional tuition with individual approach . I love my painting and thank you so much to Raya Brown for a great day I spent at your Magic Wool Studio! Gill"

Pete reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A very enjoyable two days spent indulging the "creative side". The course enables you to dive right in and start working whilst Sebastian is on hand quietly encouraging and advising when required. Thoroughly recommended."

Rosy, Pippa, Carol and Liz reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"This was one of our BEST Cousins’ Weekends ever! Thank you so much for all your help. It was lovely to meet you. We will definitely recommend your course to our friends. The course was the right blend of serious stonework, pleasant company and beautiful surroundings. We will all be taking home something we will be pleased with."

Les McGarrity reviewed: Handmade cards in Hampshire

"Since she started them, I have attended June's workshops on numerous occasions and she offers valuable advice to all levels of card makers. New techniques are demonstrated well and new products are highlighted on her Facebook page regularly. Baubles now are also being featured in her workshops - they are truly beautiful."

Cardinal Cards responded:

"Thank you Les. You always seem to go home covered in glitter! I'm happy you enjoy the workshops x"

Christine and Mary Scott reviewed: Percher hat making - blocking for beginners millinery workshop

"Rachel was very friendly and explained everything very clearly and fully. We spent the morning learning techniques and the afternoon making our own fascinators. She had masses of materials and samples of fascinators so we were spoilt for choice. She even supplied a beautiful strong hatbox for our finished creation."

Rachel Griffin reviewed: Handmade cards in Hampshire

"I have now been to June’s on two occassions and I’m so pleased with the cards I have made. June is a lovely lady and very helpful and knowledgable. It’s a very relaxed environment which makes you feel comfortable and I for one would never have thought I could make the cards I have with June’s help. Thoroughly recommend this course to anyone who would like to have a go at making cards with stamps."

Cardinal Cards responded:

"Hi Rachel. Thank you for your comments. It's lovely to know you are happy with your cards and it's a pleasure to share my experience with you x"

TJC reviewed: Handmade cards in Hampshire

"Wow! I was quite intimidated by stamping before going to the class but June has given me the confidence to experiment and shown me how it is easy to get great results with simple techniques. It's easy to learn in such a relaxed atmosphere. Thank you June, I'm sure to come back soon!"

Cardinal Cards responded:

"Hi Trudy. Thank you for your lovely review. I know you were not keen on stamping when you arrived, but it was lovely to hear that you were more than happy with your stamped cards and actually looked forward to more stamping in the future. Hope to see you again soon x"

Leona Haley reviewed: Handmade cards in Hampshire

"The group was highly recommended by friends so I joined with another group of friends . As a beginner the lovely June is patient, encouraging and willing to share her great knowledge, enabling us to make cards that we can't believe we made our selves. I would totally recommend the craft course, it is fun, value for money and really helps you to develop your card making skills."

Cardinal Cards responded:

"Thank you Leona. I know you are already a card maker so it's lovely to hear that you have gained more knowledge from the workshops and more ways to use what you already have. Hope to see you again soon x"

Sarah Gray reviewed: Handmade cards in Hampshire

"I have been a number of times now and I really do love it. I've learnt so much, it's fun, friendly, interesting and fantastic value for money. Would definitely recommend to anyone of any ability, I've been going with my 85 year old Nan and she loves it too!"

Cardinal Cards responded:

"Thank you Sarah. You have been coming regularly for almost a year and you have come on in leaps and bounds. You have learned a lot of new techniques and put them to good use when you come. Your cards are lovely and it's nice to see you happy with your own results. See you again soon x"

Eunice Spence reviewed: Creative Vibe - Glassblowing Sessions

"I had an absolutely brilliant day working with Ricky in his lovely studio. Ricky is a very kind, considerate teacher who patiently taught me how to create several different pieces of glass work, starting from a simple piece, getting progressively harder throughout the day. As there were only three of us on the day we all had plenty of time to get creative without any rush. I cannot praise or recommend the course highly enough, and would encourage anyone to have a go, you will be really pleased you did."