Latest reviews

Lyn reviewed: Raku Taster Workshop

"A wonderful day for our family, the age range was over 60 years we all enjoyed it!! We hope to do something similar next year. Laura and James very welcoming and the icing on the cake was a very tasty picnic lunch."

Zoe reviewed: Rounded and backed books

"I loved learning in Anne’s calm and roomy workshop, feeling absorbed and relaxed, learning by doing loads. I made a book! I’m very pleased. Hubby is impressed too. I want to learn how to make a box for it and will make a temporary dust jacket until I’ve returned for Anne’s guidance. Meantime, I’m going to reattach the cover and spine of a favourite cooking book. I know now what to do and that I can if I focus. Ace!"

Bircher Common Press responded:

"Thank you Zoe. It was my pleasure."

Issy and Russell reviewed: Stained Glass using the Copper Foil Technique

"My dad and I had a lovely day learning stained glass with Elaine. We both made pieces much better than we thought we could with Elaine’s guidance. The whole day was really fun and informative and I would recommend it to anyone. "

Stained Glass by Elaine Alexandra responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I loved your hare projects and will be uploading the photo of your projects to the gallery on this website in the new year. I am so pleased that you both enjoyed your day. With Best Wishes, Elaine"

Helen Berry reviewed: Lino printing landscapes

"What a fabulous day we had Lino cutting! Lee is a great teacher, very patient and knowledgeable. The small class size meant we all got individual attention & came away with some lovely prints. It's also a good venue with space to create. Oh & the biscuits were delicious! We will definitely be going again! Thanks Lee 😊"

Anke reviewed: Anifeiliaid Ffeltiedig gyda Maeve Clara / Felted Animals with Maeve Clara

"That was another lovely day I was able to spend with Maeve. She is such a natural talent with felting wool. I can only highly recommend to attend a course with her. I would never have believed to be able to make a 3D animal but am totally chuffed with how my little dog turned out, thanks to her advises and tips. "

Alison reviewed: Two day (consecutive) stained glass starter course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"I was an absolute beginner and Paul led us through each process carefully and kindly. He was very knowledgeable, clearly well trained and made sure we all came away with a piece to be proud of. It was challenging for me to tackle something very new and physically surprisingly quite demanding, I was delighted with my piece and have felt a real sense of achievement. Paul also looked after us very well and kept us sustained with food drinks and chat. Very many thanks."

Siân Davey reviewed: Hedgerow basketmaking

"This was a really enjoyable day. Amanda’s instructions were clear and understandable - it’s a tricky craft to master but I came home with a basket to be proud of. Met a lovely bunch of people too. Would definitely recommend. "

Paul reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"I bought this course from my son’s 12th birthday and he absolutely loved it. Rudy is a fantastic and patient teacher and my son gained three metal items he worked himself, new experiences and an understanding of blacksmith skills. I’d definitely recommend this course and I hope we can return for a follow up session. "

Aardvark Blacksmithing responded:

"Thanks for the review glad your son enjoyed the day was a pleasure meeting you both your son worked well on the items we made I enjoyed the making of the spear head as I don’t usually make them so was good to work with you and your son on this Thanks Rudi "

Marie reviewed: Leaded Stained Glass Workshop, Bedford

"Everything was excellent!!!!! The teaching, the equipment and the choice of glass. Fantastic day 😊"

Yvonne reviewed: Upholstery for Beginners Workshop - in Warrington, Cheshire

"Enjoyed the course at Grappenhall yesterday thanks to Jo for her patience and help making the stools. Maybe just having 8 on the course would be more comfortable as I felt it was a little cramped"

The Boho Shed responded:

"Thank you for your feedback Yvonne which I will definitely take into account. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the course."

Maurice lynch reviewed: Basic blacksmithing course

"This was a Christmas present for my partner and he absolutely loved the course. In his words a proper manly gift, he found the instructors great, the whole black smithing process very educational and he came away with a knife that he made. He was very impressed."

Kim and Paige reviewed: Whittling Workshop

"I went with my granddaughter. We had a fantastic morning. Matt and Emma are very good host. They were very informative and we were both pleased with our honey stirrers we made. Hope to another course soon. "

Manor Wood responded:

"Hi Kim, thank you for such a lovely review! So glad you enjoyed the morning. Emma"

Anne Ferguson reviewed: Beginners Mosaics Workshops near Exeter, Devon

"This was an amazing day! It had been bought for me as a 70th birthday present and I wasn't sure what to expect. I need not have worried! Denny was very welcoming and I felt immediately at home. The course was extremely helpful. We learned how to use the tools first of all, and then made a simple coaster. After tea and (amazing) cake we then created a piece of artwork which was framed for us to take home. All in all, a really brilliant day and with something to show for it too. I look forward to the next one. Thank you Denny."

MosaicXandMe responded:

"What a lovely review! Thank you so much Anne - it’s really made my day. You and Alli were great students and you created a lovely mosaic each. Hope to see you again in the new year. Best wishes - Denny "

Adrian Shepherd reviewed: Introduction to Lino Printing in Cambridgeshire

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day Lino printing. I learnt a great deal from Judith which has made me even more excited to print more. Judith was very patient and helpful, the group was just the right size and the venue is a beautiful centre. I thoroughly recommend this course. Thank you Judith."

print paper stitch experiences responded:

"Thank you Adrian, you produced some very creative and precise prints in the workshop, I hope you enjoy making many more. "

Denise Lee reviewed: Pewter Casting - Make a Christmas Decoration

"I have now attended two of Fleur's courses and have thoroughly enjoyed them both. Fleur is knowledgable, helping as much or as little as you want her to. I enjoy having Christmas decorations I am proud of. "

Margaret Macdonald reviewed: Macrame Christmas wreath workshop

"Lovely place and very helpful tuition. "

Sarah reviewed: Spiral topped basket weaving

"Very much enjoyed this fascinating look at an ancient craft. I would recommend it as a day well spent. To my immense surprise, the basket I made even looked vaguely like the demo model! "

Andy W reviewed: Blacksmith Experience Day (4hrs)

"This is without doubt one of the most enjoyable, informative and interesting activities I have ever done. Dan is a fantastic instructor. Someone who has that rare ability to be able to transfer his wealth of knowledge and blacksmithing ability and deliver it in a way that is easy to understand and act on yourself. Dan made it so even a complete novice to blacksmithing like myself felt confident and had real self belief in forging on the day. Dan was always available to answer any question I had, be that about forging in general, things about the day itself and everything in between. I was so chuffed with the fire poker in particular that we forged. I would never have envisaged myself being able to make something like it and make it look so good. A testament to the quality of Dan as a teacher and his guidance. I cannot shout loudly enough about this course and about Dan as an instructor. It really ticks all the boxes of what a great experience activity is. I recommend it to everyone and will definitely be back for more myself in the near future."

P Dennis reviewed: Pewter Casting - Make a Christmas Decoration

"A fantastic and fun workshop. Fleur was a very good teacher, explaining and demonstrating everything really clearly. I love the decorations I made. Thank you. "

Lynda & co. reviewed: Needle felted wool landscapes or animal portraits (am/pm)

"Fabulous session for a lovely crafting afternoon. We all enjoyed the course. Very therapeutic & taking away our finished product a bonus. Chrissy is a lovely welcoming host & provides expert advice throughout. Thank you so much. 🙂"

Chrissy Webster Mosaic & Craft responded:

"Thank you Lynda for leaving such a fantastic review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the session."

Nina reviewed: Needle Felting - Half Day - Feather Felts

"Had a lovely morning with Jane learning how to do felting. She is an extremely good teacher and everyone made lovely Robins decorated with gathered gifts plant materials."

Feather Felts responded:

"Thanks so much Nina, we had a really lovely session and thank you for driving so far to attend. I hope to see you again one day :) Jane"

Jane reviewed: Silver Clay Charms - Evening Jewellery Making Workshop - In London

"My son and I had a wonderful evening with Penny where we made some lovely pieces of jewellery. She was very patient, and explained everything very clearly, and had a great sense of humour that helped everything along. I would highly recommend if you are interested in silver jewellery and it's a great introduction to jewellery making."

Penny Akester Jewellery responded:

"Hi Jane, congratulations on your first piece of jewellery! Happy to hear that you enjoyed the evening, do get in touch any time if you start experimenting at home and have questions! Have a great week Penny"

Cindy reviewed: Beginners/improvers glass fusing workshops in Hemingford Grey, Cambridgeshire

"Very interesting course where you work on specific techniques with good instruction."

Gore Tree Studio responded:

"So glad you enjoyed the workshop. Carole GTS"

Samantha Smith reviewed: Glass Bauble blowing experience with Chris

"I booked this course for my 81 year old mum and 23 year old son. They both really enjoyed the morning. Straight forward instruction and lots of laughs. Help when needed and left alone when competent. But with the watchful eye of wisdom! Would 100% recommend. "

Jane Phillipps reviewed: Painting Restoration

"I had an amazing day with Rachael. We spent 5 hours totally absorbed in the art of cleaning my painting and I left feeling confident that I could finish it at home and give it a new coat of varnish. Her enthusiasm for the craft is obvious and catching! Thank you Rachael, I will treasure this day. "

Rachael Milligan at Little Leaf Studio responded:

"Thank you very much Jane. Such a lovely day and a fascinating painting to be working on. I hope you enjoy working on the final stages. With best wishes"