Latest reviews

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."

Oyinda A reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"I left my details with Allied Welding and they called me back when a date became available. The course was excellent. David was very helpful, informative, and extremely flexible. I felt a lot more comfortable tackling welding jobs by the end of the day. *Review written at the welding facility on 22/09/18, hard copy kept at premises."

Richard C reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"The course is absolutely brilliant and there's nothing that could be improved on. *Review written at the welding facility on 22/09/18, hard copy kept at premises."

Alan S reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"The course content was very good and very full, a lot was covered. David was great help. *Review written at the welding facility on 22/09/18, hard copy kept at premises."

Stephen H reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"A very informative course. *Review written at the welding facility on 22/09/18, hard copy kept at premises."

Katrina Evans reviewed: Needle felted Valentines workshop with 2 Inspire You

"Rachel is a natural teacher who has an eye for guiding people to the best results but without telling them what to do - so you can learn by experience with an expert on hand to give an opinion if asked for. She has a big range of materials to use, and costs are very reasonable too. If you want a creative day with everything on hand and a nice atmosphere and friendly people, I would always recommend Rachel's felting classes."

2 Inspire You responded:

"Thank you so much! Nothing gives me more pleasure than seeing the pride in what everyone achieves. It is very addictive as a craft but so relaxing as well."

Chris Letchford reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"My wife bought the day as a present for last Christmas. Before the day I had done some evenings sessions at a local college so had some of the basics. Alex gave me a lot of tips that I did not get elsewhere and helped me clarify a number of things I was a little uncertain about. He has a really good set up and is very calm and collected and patient as a teacher. A great day which I would recommend to anyone interested in having a go."

Josie reviewed: Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

"Thank you so much to Lucy and my fellow "upcyclers" for a most enjoyable day last week. Lucy provides an idyllic location and set up in her lovely homely kitchen and is full of inspiration and know-how! The day was so relaxed, fitting in cake breaks and a delicious bowl of soup, yet we all achieved such a lot! I wish I could go back every month!"

Beth reviewed: Lampshade making workshop Edinburgh Scotland

"Fantastic workshop. Very relaxed and enjoyable. Ginny is great at explaining the steps and very patient. Help is at hand if needed but it is easier than you might think to create a lampshade even when like myself you don't think you are crafty!"

Little Lamptastic responded:

"Thank you Beth! It was lovely to see you and your shade looked amazing!"

Clare Mellor reviewed: Oak stool making experience - rustic carpentry & green wood work

"What a brilliant experience! Ian is so passionate about his work and is a wonderful teacher. He took us through some of this history of wood working before showing us the traditional way to make two beautiful stools. It was hard work but we absolutely love the end product and they are now looking great in our home. We have learnt new skills and have a new found respect for this craft. We would like to thank Ian for a wonderful experience (and for all the cups of coffee) and would highly recommend this course to everyone-thank you!"