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Emma Cameron reviewed: Silver Jewellery - Ring Making

"I really enjoyed the ring making day. Jenny was an excellent teacher and explained each process really well. I’m very pleased with the ring I made! It’s not a large class and was very good value."

Emma Alabaster reviewed: Screen printing at Danywern

"We had such a wonderful day. Its in a beauiful area and was so relaxing. Rachel is a very patient, kind teacher. I felt that I'd really learned something. As a disabled student, things can be more difficult, but not here. Every effort was made to enure I was happy & comfortable. I would definitly recommend this course. I'm hoping to come back soon to take the other courses that Rachel is teaching."

Rachel Cadman Craft Courses responded:

"It was lovely to meet you and hope you come again. You cards were lovely! R"

Jo Hayes reviewed: Garden Plaque or House Number

"Providing all that you'd want from a course. Enthusiasm, knowledge, friendly instruction that was easy to follow. I had a really enjoyable day, filled with wonderful coloured mosaic glass and Adela who effortlessly made us feel welcome, passing over lots of useful tips and info. I'd say go and experience a fun day and informative day at the Moon Hare Studio with Adela,I loved what I made. AND there was tea and biscuits! Great x"

Jen and Tash reviewed: Introduction to wet-felting: handbag, iPad case or something else!

"My daughter and I spent a fabulous day with Cathy learning to 'wet felt' We each took home a highly individual bowl/pod made from Cathy's bountiful and very beautiful supply of Merino wool and silk in a myriad of wonderful colours ! We would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone interested in spending a very stimulating, creative, hands on day, eating wonderful cake with a warm and friendly tutor in a delightful setting - all in all a wonderful day - which I would love to repeat, when I have earnt myself another 'treat day' ! ? ❤️ to Cathy."

Jane L. reviewed: 1-day patchwork & quilting workshops in Watford with Green Man Quilts

"My day of “free motion quilting” was enjoyable, informative and inspiring. Sheena has a great knack of sharing her knowledge in a humorous way. She encourages and motivates and gives tips and short-cuts to simplify tasks. The limited class size means that you get plenty of one-to-one time with Sheena as well as discussion and sharing ideas with the other students. I learned so much"

Susan Fage reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"What a fabulous course this was. Kate was extremely welcoming, knowledgeable and a great teacher!!! I made a Stag’s head....amazing!!! The setting was beautiful, a lovely lunch was provided, with gorgeous homemade cake, served with unlimited amounts of tea and coffee. Would not hesitate in highly recommending this willow sculpture course!!"

Jackie Garwood reviewed: Needle felting - half day - feather felts

"I recently spent a lovely morning in Jane's company making a felt hare that I feel really proud of! Never having done this craft before I was a little apprehensive, but Jane put me at my ease immediately in her lovely cosy cottage kitchen, with tea and cakes! She is such a patient teacher and a lovely, warm lady and so easy to chat to that 4 hours just flew by. I will definitely be back again! Thank you Jane"

Helen Sargent reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"Awesome candle making workshop just finished at http://cantocandle.com/product-category/candle-making-workshops/ . Learnt loads and I made my own rhubarb and strawberry candle and my own blend of candle fragrance oil, almond and apple. Kerry lives in a lovely old stone school house in a beautiful village full of stone cottages. I had the company of 9 other ladies on the course around a massive country kitchen table. The teacher Kerry is lovely. Coffee on arrival and coffee and cake mid morning was a lovely treat and it was even gluten free cake so I could have it. My smell sense is so heightened after a morning of smelling so many different lovely candle fragrance oils and the act of making a candle is so relaxing and enjoyable. Kerry gave us all the information sheet to take away which was really helpful so I could just concentrate and enjoy the workshop without having to take notes. I would recommend this workshop to anyone."

Keith Kirby reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"I can’t speak highly enough of Andy and the courses run at Sallerton Wood. The entire ethos of the courses are very well thought out and and have real depth and harmony with the beautiful natural environment. Small class sizes enable Andy to easily transfer his enthusiasm and considerable knowledge to participants regardless of prior knowledge ensuring excellent value for money. I can’t wait for my next visit!"

Ring making course reviewed: Silver Jewellery - Ring Making

"As usual Jenny’s tuition was excellent and an enjoyable time was had by all. Would certainly recommend this course and venue"

Felicity Fulwood reviewed: Felt art -(wet felting )with Debra Esterhuizen, Appleby , Cumbria

"What a great class, had so much fun and learnt loads, Debra is so inspirational and very good at explaining things both in detail and with her hands on demonstrations. The studio is lovely I loved being able to see her creations and to touch and feel all the different types of materials you can use in this wonderful craft. I came away so inspired and wanting to try out more as soon as I could. I created two large pieces both of which I am extremely pleased with, and one I will use in another project. I look forward to coming back and learning even more. Anyone hesitant about booking or travelling a distance to this workshop - just do it. You won’t regret it."

Jess reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I can not recommend this course highly enough. It was wonderful! Have just enjoyed an inspiring weekend with Maggie and learned so much. Maggie is so generous with sharing her skills, her resources and her inspiration. She is passionate about what she does and goes the extra mile to enthuse and support others. The two day workshop ensured plenty time to learn and create on the first day, then master the art of grouting and finishing on the second day. I have come home with a wonderful piece - delighted and proud. Thank you for all the help Maggie. I can thoroughly recommend the workshop and will be returning for more."

Hilary Kimber reviewed: Felting and Embroidery with Jackie Cardy in Brindle, Lancashire

"Just finished a very inspiring weekend workshop with Jackie up in beautiful Brindle. It was so much fun and we all got a lot out of it (including a piece well on its way to being finished) despite starting out with very different levels of experience. Thank you so much, Jackie!"

Iris Rimes reviewed: Beginners Shibori and indigo dyeing workshop

"Such a lovely time Lisa is a inspiration would well recommend to all thank you Lisa"

Indigowares responded:

"Lovely to meet you too! thanks for being a wonderful student x"

Poppy Graffy reviewed: Silver Jewellery - Ring Making

"A really fun and relaxed class. Nearly everyone was doing it for the first time and all made an utterly superb ring to be proud of. I am thoroughly looking forward to joining Jenny again for another course"

Denise reviewed: Oil painting workshop at Back Room Art Stourbridge

"Great workshop in Silk! Heather is lovely and so supportive and friendly. The workshop was well prepared and a I learned a lot. Heather supplied drink and chocolate rolls which went down well for all concerned... What a great teacher she is! I have booked the lino/batik and watercolour for June/July/October and look forward to them! Thank you Heather !! Denise x"

Susan Leishman reviewed: Embroidery kits with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Hereford

"Another fabulous day with Julie. Her workshops are wonderful. The samplers are gorgeous to do and she is on hand to help and advise. If you are new to embroidery you get to practise on spare material. And you get to meet lovely people too."

Karina van der Weide reviewed: Glove making workshop

"We had 3 great days. Vajira is an excellent teacher and learned us all techniques about gloves and mittens. It is so fun to make gloves and they fit very well because during the proces it is possible to messure them on your own size. We are bagmakers from the Netherlands and are experienced with leather. But still we learned a lot."

Sandra van der Weide reviewed: Glove making workshop

"Thank you so much for a Lovely time. In the Netherlands, were I come from, I found nowere a workshop gloves making. Vajira, you teach us very well and the gloves fits perfectly. They become beautyfull!"

Esther Grove reviewed: 2 Day Silver Jewellery Making Course - Ely

"I had a wonderful time on Jonathans’s two day course and would really recommend it to anyone considering this as an introduction to silversmithing. Jonathan is an excellent teacher and really patient to answer all my questions, giving just the right amount of support. I have left feeling confident in techniques and a good knowledge of choosing the right tools to invest in. We enjoyed homemade flapjacks and lovely lunches with plenty of fun and laughter too. I look forward to booking a further course with him."

Wendy Stafford reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Really enjoyed the day, the tuition and friendliness of Adrian and David and the lovely food provided by Debbie. It was hard work but worth every minute to learn the techniques and appreciate the skill of a Blacksmith in general. David's work is lovely anyway but his generocity in advice and help is really appreciated This was a gift from my son and daughter to help me appreciate the medium of metal and to help with my own business of glass by bringing the two mediums together.It certainly achieved that for me. I now feel better equiped to communicate with the metal worker about my requirements but I have also learnt a new skill which I would like to explore further, but perhaps not become a Blacksmith :-) Thank you Adrian, Debbie and David for the wonderful day."

Tom reviewed: Half-day Woodwork Taster Class in Yorkshire

"[Private tuition] Excellent day - Tom is a delightful and knowledgeable teacher with a huge passion for the subject. I learned a lot and really enjoyed it. Strongly recommended"

S Fourie reviewed: Distressed painted furniture course with refreshments

"Great course, came out with a lovely small bookcase and leaned so much."

Joanna reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing Workshop by Clare Cosens

"This was a very good workshop. Clare was organised, gave clear instructions and was very supportive. The small group setting meant that everyone got support and encouragement. I have come away wanting to do more and feeling inspired."

Sue Pryde reviewed: Drum Lampshade making at ShedLight

"Excellent instruction and some lovely fabrics to choose from. Even my hubby was impressed with the end result which is a great accolade :) Thank you Vanessa; I may well be back with a friend :)"

ShedLight responded:

"Thank you Sue, we did have a fun morning and it was lovely to meet you! Hope to see you soon Vanessa :)"