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21 Mar 18'

Jody reviewed: Wet and Needle Felted Dragon for Chinese New Year

"We had such a fun day! I am so pleased with my stingray fish. Although I didn't get him finished on the day, I know what to do to finish him at home. I think I just picked something too complicated to get done during the workshop hours, but I will finish it and send in a photo! He's going to be so cool! Thanks for a lovely day Rachel and Rhian, I learned a lot!"

21 Mar 18'

Jenny reviewed: Introduction to Mosaic

"I joined Hannah at her Introduction to Mosaics day and it was excellent! Hannah herself is really nice and friendly and really put me at ease, helping me to design my mosaic and advising me on the colours and shapes to use (she has a wide of variety of mosaic tiles to use). Hannah also showed me how to use the tile cutting tools and how to grout a mosaic (giving me some grout powder to take away with me). I would really recommend this course!"

21 Mar 18'

Kelly Rider reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"I really loved taking part in this course, the tutor Sarah was amazing and explained how to do the pattern when I got stuck. She's very patient, and able to go at all paces. I joined as part of the BBO project to help me get out and be around people, the group was small of all different levels. Would highly recommend."

20 Mar 18'

James Bauer-Mein reviewed: Furniture making course: Fundamentals of Furniture Making Part 2 (beginner) - Surrey

"Having completed this course and the fundamentals part 1, I can wholeheartedly recommend it. I had no experience with hand tools or joinery and thoroughly enjoyed the pace of the course. The atmosphere is very relaxed. All the tools are explained, not just in use, but what makes a good tool, how to sharpen them, what to look out for when buying regardless of budget. I will be going back for more."

20 Mar 18'

Lynne Wilson reviewed: Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

"A great birthday treat! Great to work in a creative environment with such good support. Lucy has lots of expertise, ideas and has a relaxed and homely place for you to work in. The day flew by, I loved sharing it with my daughter, friend and another crafter. I left with something that far exceeded my expectations! We plan for this to be at least an annual experience - can't wait Thank you so much Lucy."

20 Mar 18'

Richard reviewed: Bronze Smelting and Casting

"This was a most enjoyable and informative day with great group of people. The tutor was highly knowledgeable, yet the atmosphere was informal and friendly, with a like minded bunch all keen to learn. The small group of just six plus the tutor made this a great learning opportunity and all questions, basic or not were answered fully. Be prepared to take your turns on a gigantic set of bellows! You'll learn enough to gain the confidence to have a go at smelting at home without a significant outlay on equipment. This is a rare opportunity that I'd waited some time for but it was definitely worth it and I can't recommend this course highly enough."

20 Mar 18'

Jane Wells reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"Really good introduction to stone carving. Helpful intervention and advice. Appreciated being allowed to express myself and my choices were supported. Truly relaxing weekend spent with some lovely people."

20 Mar 18'

Judith reviewed: Art and craft of labyrinth

"Thank you so much for your warm, open, inviting welcome to sacred geometry. I loved every moment of working and playing under your kind and patient guidance ... I loved the mystery of your enquiry and your bringing us to wonder and bringing wonder to us. What a journey of discovery this course has been!"

20 Mar 18'

Hannah Harris reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"Loved every minute of it. Enjoyed learning new skills. Sarah is a wonderful teacher and so patient. Lovely atmosphere created by Eliz and CLP and all the learners. I surprised myself that I could create something beautiful after only just beginning crochet recently. Thank you so much."

20 Mar 18'

LindaE Attewell reviewed: Fused glass day course - beginners/intermediate

"This is a great course in a lovely setting. Nicola explains everything very well and supplies all you need. There are examples of work to inspire you. I made a dish and coaster. I am so pleased with them. All my friends are very impressed! I would definitely recommend this course, the time just flew by. I'll definitely be going back ... thank you Nicola."

20 Mar 18'

Wayne groom reviewed: Rustic Furniture Making – 2 day course

"Yet again trading post did it again for me.hell you lot are great helpful and most of all fun fun fun. Great group, superb instruction (even when he spent most of his time assisting with his first ever square legged stable) .May have to come again as my 6 year old has claimed it as hers and does everything from eating breakfast on it to her colouring books. Thanx guys, great time and have been recommending."

20 Mar 18'

Sarah Lohmann reviewed: Table Loom Weaving Workshop - Dobby & Rose

"The perfect introduction to weaving - a supported practical experience with a great outcome. I did not anticipate the speed with which the fabric grows, nor the quality of the fabric produced; it's exciting to see how one could progress to produce lovely tweedy patterns. I'm excited by this and look forward to taking it further."

20 Mar 18'

Maggie harris reviewed: Wet and Needle Felted Dragon for Chinese New Year

"Very good course, lovely group, shame there were not so many courses in Pembrokeshire. Tutor very helpful, fun class."

20 Mar 18'

Katy Williamson reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"A lovely way to spend a Saturday in the company of like-minded people while learning new skills. I liked the way that everyone could choose their own colour choices of wool and we were free to progress at our own pace, so as not to keep faster stitchers getting fed up or slower ones panicking that they couldn't keep up. Coffee, croissants and chocolate cake were all enticing bonuses too. I'd definitely return."

20 Mar 18'

Fiona Todd reviewed: Spring Cushion Crochet Workshop

"I went on the course as part of the bbo project, to help me get out and meeting people. I really enjoyed the project and actually did a proper c2c ?? I would definitely recommend any of these courses."

20 Mar 18'

Karen reviewed: Introduction to Soft Pastels 10-week face-to-face art course in Kidderminster West Midlands

"Fabulous day - very therapeutic process. Not what I was expecting at all! Great teacher - patient and inspiring. We all finished our pictures and everyone overjoyed with the results. Our wool paintings all looked so different. We will invite Raya again to our group to teach us felt making. Looking forward to your next class, Raya. Thank you very much. Karen"

20 Mar 18'

Yvonne ( Redditch) reviewed: Embroidery Hanging-"Stitch for the Soul" with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Another really enjoyable day and another masterpiece! Thanks for a great day!"

20 Mar 18'

Alex williams reviewed: Embroidery Hanging-"Stitch for the Soul" with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"A fabulous way to spend a day! Such an inspiring teacher and environment- you won't want to leave! I have thoroughly enjoyed myself and can't wait to come back. Thank you!"

20 Mar 18'

Marianne (Cheltenham) reviewed: Embroidery Hanging-"Stitch for the Soul" with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Thank you Julie for another fabulous day of learning new skills with new people. I hope to be back again soon."

20 Mar 18'

Susan (worcester) reviewed: Embroidery Hanging-"Stitch for the Soul" with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"Another delightful day with Julie, designing and having fun. She is so encouraging and supportive. The Tigley Textiles studio is like a sweetie shop!"

20 Mar 18'

Carole reviewed: Pottery 6 Week Classes

"I did this course and now I'm hooked! The introductory course gives you a real insight into all aspects of pottery making. You get the opportunity to experiment with the different methods of making a pot and because classes are kept small, you are helped every step of the way. Joan is an inspirational teacher who is happy to share her vast knowledge and experience. I now go on a weekly basis and am really enjoying learning new skills and learning how to be creative with with slips and glazes. I would highly recommend this course and the classes to all levels."

20 Mar 18'

Janice C reviewed: Beginners blacksmithing course - 3 days

"I went on this course with five friends to celebrate one of my friends sixtieth birthday. When I told people how I was spending part of my half term I was met with unsupportive comments of basically I would never be able to produce anything. How wrong they all were. I produced four highly useful implements which have been shown with pride and received much admiration. The said objects now take pride of place on my fire hearth and in my garden. I cannot believe how absorbed I could become on creating something out of metal but my emotional well being at the end of the course was something to be celebrated. I had ‘hammered’ to my hearts content relieving every ounce of pressure - marvellous. Can I recommend this course? Unreservedly and Peat was the best tutor you could ask for along with Tom his very patient helper."

20 Mar 18'

Brian W reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"A friend recommend I go on the Allied Welding 1 day welding course. I thought the course content was interesting and informative and the day itself was informal and enjoyable. Very happy with the the course. *Review written at the welding facility on 17/03/18, hard copy kept at premises."

20 Mar 18'

Steven B reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"My employers sent me on the course and what a great day it turned out to be. The course was run really well, I learnt a lot, and would recommend to anyone who is interested in learning to weld. Thank you. *Review written at the welding facility on 17/03/18, hard copy kept at premises."

20 Mar 18'

Ellis J reviewed: One day MMA/MIG welding course

"An excellent beginner course which provides a great intro into the Arc and MIG welding. A concise handout sheet of the content covered would make a great improvement to the course content. *Review written at the welding facility on 17/03/18, hard copy kept at premises."