Latest reviews

Chris Evans reviewed: Millinery Taster / fascinator making

"What a lovely day I spent on a making a fascinator with an excellent tutor Yolanda Howells. I was totally delighted with my finished result so much so I rebooked another course with her. Great help and Yolande is so helpful and knowledgeable. Would be great for a hen party."

Embellish Millinery responded:

"thank you Chris"

David Campbell reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"Just completed a day’s tuition with Mark. To say you get value for money is an understatement. We started at 09:30 and finished at 19:30. I only started turning as a hobby just before Christmas 201. So that Mark could asses what knowledge I had, we covered the basics of the lathe and tools. I had with me the tools I have been using, so discussed different grinds on each. There is not enough time to cover all the items we discussed on the day which was massive. At the end of the day I came away with lovely bowl, but more importantly a lot of excellent information. Suffice to say, for anyone wanting to take up woodturning as a hobby or improve their technics, get in touch with Mark and you will not be disappointed with the amount of information you will gain in just a few hours. I usually never recommend anyone unless they deserve it (which is seldom) but Mark is one of the exceptions I make. I intend to get some practice in, and then arrange for another visit."

Janice Chatham reviewed: One day bangle/ring workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day with Jolene. She was very welcoming and she demonstrated very clearly the techniques and steps we were going to experience. I was not confident that I would achieve making any decent bangles, but I was delighted with the results! She gave me lots of encouragement and it was a really fun day. I would certainly recommend this course to others, it is so nice to produce your own 3 bangles and learn new skills."

Philippa Carwardine reviewed: Pottery throwing taster on The Potters Wheel (temporarily suspended due to social distancing restrictions)

"Today, my 12 year old daughter and I had a wonderful introduction to throwing pots on the wheel. We both made some lovely useable pots and enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere. Sharon was a great teacher and was very patient. We enjoyed cakes and mini easter eggs during the break which was a nice touch, and we would thoroughly recommend a taster session."

Sharon Pottery Classes responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review, it was great to work with you both and see mother and daughter together making progress and comparing your efforts!"

Sue McMillan reviewed: Chocolate and Prosecco - chocolate indulgence day!

"Had a wonderful day making lots of Easter eggs, lollies etc. It was a fun course and we made so many things. It really is great value for money. Yolanda is a very good tutor and the studio is great. The lunch provided was excellent. I would happily recommend the Teachme Courses."

Sue and Alan reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"We both really enjoyed this course. Kate was an excellent teacher very patient with all us novices. I made a lovely goose which I am really proud of, Alan was a little over ambitious making a fox, which he completed 90% of, Kate has kindly offered to finish it off for him. Lovely lunch and plenty of drinks. Had a lovely day."

Ian FitzGerald reviewed: Woodturning workshops - one day

"Steve. Thank you for an interesting and informative day, and introduction to woodturning. Your explanation of tools, technique and properties of different woods was easy to understand and hopefully this was evident in the pieces I made......almost by myself ? Thank you again, and if I need a refresher at anytime I will gladly book another course."

Shirley Appleby reviewed: Five day woodwork course - wood

"Thank you! An amazing week full of information and opportunities. A well structured course that allowed me to explore the use of wood and a wide variety of tools and techniques to achieve the desired results. If you are interested in working with wood this course offers an excellent foundation."

Heather Jones reviewed: One day needle felting workshop with Celestine and the Hare

"I hadn’t done needle felting before but managed to produce a piece with more than a passing resemblance to a squirrel. A very interesting, fun and relaxed day."

Charlotte Elizabeth reviewed: One day needle felting workshop with Celestine and the Hare

"I really enjoyed the day with Karin. She is an excellent teacher and shares her expertise generously. I have a fair amount of experience with needle felting but felt that I learned so much. It is so good to find new ways of doing things and use different fibres. The other people on the course were fun and the conversation flowed too. We were treated with cake, tea and coffee in between the felting. I would recommend the courses to anyone, whether a total beginner or someone with experience, as Karin works in a way that benefits all."

Jackie Weynberg reviewed: Beginners Weaving with the Rigid Heddle Loom - at All in a Spin

"Great day and so nice to be able to take something home at the end of the day that I had produced. I have now finished all the tassels on my scarf and I am looking forward to wearing it. The course is a very good introduction to weaving and by the time you leave at the end of the day you feel confident in the skills you have learnt."

Lesa Vander Bie reviewed: Paint The Tree of YOUR Life art & personal development

"Kassi's Paint The Tree of YOUR Life is a beautiful journey of healing and self-discovery. Through her caring and empathic curiosity, Kas provides respect and support for whatever level of sharing and 'opening up' you feel comfortable with. It's a magical process of traversing through your own inner 'forest' as your beautiful tree unfolds the treasures that await your heart. I would encourage you to consider her class. Kassi's gift as an Artist and Therapist and the loving, private classmate-shared experience touched me deeply."

Sara reviewed: One day needle felting workshop with Celestine and the Hare

"I've done workshops with Karin before and always learn something new! Her teaching style is relaxed and fun, and works equally well for complete beginners and people who've done some felting before. I really enjoyed making a squirrel."

Steve Reay reviewed: Stone Carving (relief & 3D) sculpture for Beginners/Ints. - 3D- with Simon Keeley: a 'Quirky Workshop' at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns near Penrith and Ullswater

"Welcoming,rural setting with tasty,nutritious food. Facilities are in renovated Cumbrian farm cottage and outbuildings -comfortable and spacious. The venue is run very well by Annie. Simon is an attentive tutor,whose skills in Stonecarving are amazing. He is friendly and supportive - and manages to produce good works from his pupils by attentive and directed instruction. He makes the course very enjoyable and successful for all on this introduction to Stone carving."

Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden and Barns responded:

"Many thanks for submitting feedback about your Quirky course, we appreciate the time and effort this involves. Hopefully, we will see you on another occasion at Greystoke... with best wishes Annie & co x"

Andrea Higginbottom reviewed: Introduction to Greenwood Spoon Carving

"Fantastic course - Nadine and Gaz were brilliant and Myles loved ever minute and is really keen to do more, they made loads of things and he is really proud of his achievements! Thank you!"

Brian B reviewed: Wood Engraving Printmaking with Peter Brown at New Brewery Arts - Gloucestershire

"A wonderful arts centre that I am really glad to have found. I learnt today that I have skills and abilities that I never knew I had!"

Julie Parker reviewed: Modern calligraphy at New Brewery Arts - Cotswolds, Gloucestershire

"Very good fun"

Jane Edwards reviewed: Modern calligraphy at New Brewery Arts - Cotswolds, Gloucestershire

"Super vibrant delivery, very knowledgeable and good atmosphere. Learnt all the alphabet letters and formation, how to use equipment and how to be patient and improvement will come with practice."

Sarah Whitehouse reviewed: Make a Silver bangle at New Brewery Arts - Cotswolds, Gloucestershire

"Excellent class thoroughly enjoyed it!"

Julie B reviewed: Make a Silver bangle at New Brewery Arts - Cotswolds, Gloucestershire

"Really delighted with my bangle, lovely teacher, I would recommend. Great lunch and good service."

Sarah Whitehouse reviewed: Ceramics at New Brewery Arts with Abi Leach, Wednesday morning or afternoon, or Thursday morning or afternoon- New Brewery Arts Cotswolds Gloucestershire

"Thank you Abi and New Brewery arts. I had a really great day! Abi was friendly and patient and explained everything brilliantly."

Anna Trusty reviewed: Ceramics at New Brewery Arts with Abi Leach, Wednesday morning or afternoon, or Thursday morning or afternoon- New Brewery Arts Cotswolds Gloucestershire

"Fantastic workshop; very friendly atmosphere, plenty of 1:1 help."

Janet reviewed: Candle making workshops

"An excellent course! I had a wonderful day ... I made loads of candles with different mediums/ colours/ scents. A really interesting, fun and enjoyable day ... Angharad creates a warm and friendly atmosphere in the workshop. Thank you!"

Gillian reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"I had a great day with Jo learning all the tips and tricks of the trade. I wanted to learn how to make candles so I could enjoy them at home. In the past, I had bought many different candles in beautiful bowls/glasses and wanted to learn how to refill them. My daughter and I had a great day and we both went home with lovely candles. Thank you Jo!"

Tiffany reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"We had a fantastic day with Jo, candle making extraordinaire! Our aim was to learn how to make candles for our jellewery business, we had tried learn on our own but couldn't get it. A day with Jo helped us iron out all of our questions and gain a huge array of knowledge. The course is great for people who want to learn for themselves or for a business. The best part is you get to take home a huge array of candles and goodies."