Latest reviews

Louise reviewed: Silver clay beginners course - Lori Ridgway

"Went yesterday and had a fabulous time. Really enjoyed learning a new way to work with silver and can't wait to go on further courses."

Lesley Tubb reviewed: Wet felting / needle felting workshop: Private session with Zenia from The Lady Moth

"Had a really enjoyable few hours with Zenia working on a sunflower pin cushion. Zenia's instructions were clear and easy to follow. There was no pressure and she was very patient and concerned that I ended up completing a successful project. Would certainly recommend, and am looking forward to joining another class in the future."

Jayne reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"I won my candle making class as Kerry had very kindly donated it to a charity auction. I enjoyed every aspect of the morning the class was very relaxed and informal but informative. Kerry paces the class well so you never feel rushed with a welcome coffee and cake break too. Kerry has an eye for detail and styling when you arrive for the class her presentation of the materials etc is so pretty. I will definitely be back."

Julie P reviewed: Indigo & Arashi Shibori workshop

"A really fun way to spend an afternoon, Lisa is a great teacher and her enthusiasm is infectious. I love my scarf and pillow cases and have already ordered the kit that she recommended so that I can continue my experiments with shibori techniques. I really hope that Lisa starts the “Indigo Club” as I would love to go along to share ideas and have more fun."

Dasha reviewed: Blacksmith experience day in Tilford, Surrey

"Had a really wonderful day of blacksmithing - it's been a dream of mine for years to try it out and I finally did (and all my friends were really jealous)! Neil is a wonderful teacher and very patient, and knows exactly when to step in/give close guidance and when to take a step back so you really feel like you're learning (look! I did this bit all by myself!). We made 2 beautiful pieces (a coat hook and a poker) and I'm so proud of them - I can see the imperfections, sure, but at the end of they day they're something that I created with my own two hands, which is something that I really value. Only thing I would say is that it's VERY warm work and I picked a midsummer day to go... bring clothes you don't mind sweating in! (That is obviously the nature of standing near a forge all day though, so I probably should've figured!) Thanks for the wonderful experience Neil - I'd do it again in a heartbeat (and bring all my friends)."

Philip Coop reviewed: Blacksmithing one-to-one North West UK

"Thoroughly enjoyed my one day blacksmithing course and left the forge with a fire poker, herb cutter and a keyring. Not bad at all considering Ive never done anything like this before. Colin is a great tutor and I learnt a lot. More importantly I had fun working with him and wouldnt hesitate to return or recommend to anyone. Cheers Colin!"

Sam Hanson reviewed: One day silver pendant and earring workshop

"A lovely day spent designing & making...I left with 2 pairs of earrings that I’d made. My friend & I spent the day with Jolene, she was patient, answered all of our questions and a was pleasure to be with. We will definitely go back ...doing a workshop is a lovely idea...very relaxing and fantastic that you make something that you can take away and wear. Sam x"

Jennifer reviewed: Beginners Candlemaking for Two - Anglesey, Wales

"I booked a beginners workshop for my 8 year old daughter and myself, as a fun treat. We had a wonderful time. Anita was very patient and friendly, happy to explain and help my daughter with the more complicated parts, so that I could continue with my candles. She even took charge of my camera to get photos of us both! We started by choosing two colours and two fragrances each. We then dyed the first lot of wax and added the fragrance, which was used to make several tealights. The second batch of wax was then prepared and used for two votives and several wax melts each. These done, we had a break for a drink, slice of cake and a natter with Anita. After the break, we moved onto hand dipping a pair of candles each, which was fantastic. Again, Anita took charge of my daughter to enable me to make mine, which I very much appreciated. By the end of the workshop, we had a box of beautiful candles, a new skill and some very happy memories to take away with us. I would heartily recommend it to anyone and cannot thank Anita enough for the wonderful experience."

Jean M reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"The workshop was very well organised and the candle making process was clearly explained. Kerry obviously loves all aspects of candle making and she passed on her enthusiasm to the members of the group. The workshop was good fun, well timed and everyone had a beautiful product to take home, I would certainly recommend it. Thanks to Kerry for a very enjoyable experience."

Liam Thomas reviewed: forge a Rustic knife with a Hamon ( Temper Line) /antler handle or wooden handle knife making / Blade smithing

"Fantastic course. Good attentive tutor. Real fun."

Thomas Clark reviewed: forge a Rustic knife with a Hamon ( Temper Line) /antler handle or wooden handle knife making / Blade smithing

"Many thanks for a very enjoyable couple of days. Great tutor."

Kieran Donnelly reviewed: forge a Rustic knife with a Hamon ( Temper Line) /antler handle or wooden handle knife making / Blade smithing

"Had a really good time. Very good course and tutor."

Eamonn Reily reviewed: forge a Rustic knife with a Hamon ( Temper Line) /antler handle or wooden handle knife making / Blade smithing

"Grand couple of days. Good course and tutor."

Peter Blacke reviewed: forge a Rustic knife with a Hamon ( Temper Line) /antler handle or wooden handle knife making / Blade smithing

"Great time and nice to see the finished item. Recommended."

Joe Fletcher reviewed: forge a Rustic knife with a Hamon ( Temper Line) /antler handle or wooden handle knife making / Blade smithing

"Good tutor and enjoyed the course. Many thanks."

Paul Rogers reviewed: forge a Rustic knife with a Hamon ( Temper Line) /antler handle or wooden handle knife making / Blade smithing

"Great course. Hard work but worth it."

Saffron brown reviewed: Regular ceramic & glazing tuition and pottery wheel workshops Shetland

"Absolutely outstanding women with many skills! Me and my friend kaomi had a blast! Sonje couldnt have been more welcoming and supporting! We had a great time and found a new love for the potters wheel! Enjoyed every second and its such a great price for what you get to do and experience! Highly recomend to anyone!"

Werxzovart responded:

"Thank you so much Saffi for the wonderful review. I also had such a great time with you and Kaomi, it was definitely a very entertaining afternoon. Am so pleased you enjoyed your selves, it makes running a workshop a great joy with students like your selves! I look forward to seeing you again and thank you again for booking the session!"

Ellie reviewed: 'Art of Stained Glass' - Oldbury, Birmingham

"I took a 4 day course with Jamal to explore the stained glass and enamelling processes. Although I had some ideas for the type of piece I wanted to create, I had very little previous experience. Jamal was not only an expert in his field, he was patient and offered encouragement and support to help me carry out my ideas. Jamal is highly experienced and shared samples of his own work to give inspiration and insights into the medium. I would highly recommend a course with Jamal if you want to have an expert craftsman help you learn the stained glass process."

Sophie reviewed: 'Art of Stained Glass' - Oldbury, Birmingham

"Had a fabulous time leaning all the different techniques on my one day glass leading course. It was great to be able to go from choosing the design and then see it through to taking the finished product away. Jamal- thanks for being such a patient and helpful teacher! Would highly recommend to any fellow beginners, it was a day well-spent!"

Kerry reviewed: French Polishing & Woodcare - Beginners Course - 1 Day

"I attended a one day course with my husband and couldn’t have wished for a better Christmas present. I refurbished a small mirror and David a barley twist table. Ollie explained what we were to do and showed us exactly how to achieve the finish we wanted in his well equipped workshop. It was a brilliant day and has definitely laid the foundation for further projects. We hope to return for another course soon."

BumbleeBee reviewed: Indigo & Arashi Shibori workshop

"I had a brilliant afternoon learning all about indigo dye, it’s history and how to use it, and Japanese Shibori pattern dyeing. Lisa from Indigowares is a very enthusiastic teacher and we were encouraged to bring natural fabric such as bull denim, calico, cotton, linen or silk and it was amazing to see how it was transformed by dipping into the vat of indigo dye. Lisa would like to start an ‘Indigo club’ and I will definitely be going if she does."

Paul R reviewed: Indigo & Arashi Shibori workshop

"Such a great day. Lisa was a great host and very knowledgeable on the subject of Shibori. Highly recommend."

Ian Flanders reviewed: Forged in Fire Knifemaking for the Beginner Blacksmith/Knifesmith

"A knife from a piece of metal. Really enjoyable day. Great tutor."

Charlie Fielding reviewed: Forged in Fire Knifemaking for the Beginner Blacksmith/Knifesmith

"Great day. Brilliant tutor. Recommended."

Roger Blunt reviewed: Forged in Fire Knifemaking for the Beginner Blacksmith/Knifesmith

"Really fun day. Had a blast. Great end product."