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16 Mar 18'

Dayzee reviewed: Percher hat making - blocking for beginners millinery workshop

"I really enjoyed this workshop and I had such a fabulous day. I am feeling very inspired now and eager to try and recreate many of the techniques that we were taught. I found the way the workshop was structured was a big help as you can get overwhelmed when you are shown a lot at once. Rachel broke it up into bite size pieces and then watched and helped in between. Getting feedback on what we were doing as we went along was very encouraging. We then moved on to learn even more. So many new skills to bring to my other work. The range of colours and materials that were available was very inspiring too. It's easy to visualise when there are so many complimenting colours and shapes to start with. I can see this becoming a new hobby."

16 Mar 18'

Kerry Partridge reviewed: Bladesmithing Experience Day

"I cannot recommend this course highly enough to anyone who is looking to try something different or is interested in smithing or knives. A really relaxed environment and incredibly hands on from the start. Graham was a great tutor... demonstrated (on his own piece, not yours), then perfectly guided our small group. Never interfering or taking over, always encouraging and only getting involved if things were going wrong. Once corrected it was straight back to you again. Everything was there - small group (so lots of attention), plenty of tools (so never waiting) and no pressure (so you could work at your own pace)... even the lunch was great!. I've never done anything like this before, but was totally delighted (and proud) with the knife I walked away with. For the cost, quality of the course and my final knife this is by a distance the of the best craft course I have done - thank you Graham."

16 Mar 18'

Kerry Partridge reviewed: ** SPECIAL OFFER ** 10% off - Bladesmithing Experience Day - Wiltshire

"I cannot recommend this course highly enough to anyone who is looking to try something different or is interested in smithing or knives. A really relaxed environment and incredibly hands on from the start. Graham was a great tutor... demonstrated (on his own piece, not yours), then perfectly guided our small group. Never interfering or taking over, always encouraging and only getting involved if things were going wrong. Once corrected it was straight back to you again. Everything was there - small group (so lots of attention), plenty of tools (so never waiting) and no pressure (so you could work at your own pace)... even the lunch was great!. I've never done anything like this before, but was totally delighted (and proud) with the knife I walked away with. For the cost, quality of the course and my final knife this is by a distance the of the best craft course I have done - thank you Graham."

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15 Mar 18'

Lottie Breakwell reviewed: Percher hat making - blocking for beginners millinery workshop

"I absolutely loved Rachel's fascinator workshop! I went into it not sure what to expect, it was nothing like I have ever done before, and my brain doesn't naturally lend itself to working in 3D, but the directions and demonstrations were well done and easy to follow. I came home with so many new skills and techniques I can't wait to explore more, and finish my fascinator (I was far too indecisive to do so on the day). I would recommend it to anybody, it was great fun, I thoroughly enjoyed the day."

15 Mar 18'

Elizabeth Wills reviewed: Animal sculpture (The Hare) with Jeremy James

"Just finished this Course today and wow, it was wonderful. I have no artistic ability at all - just an uneducated enthusiasm - and despite this, Jeremy was able to guide me to making a passable hare. It’s an addictive pastime and I’m already planning more work now I have some basic techniques. Jeremy is a great teacher and was able to - with enviable ease - demonstrate, assist and guide on the entire process of making and modelling a hare sculpture. I would highly recommend this course, great value for money and as ever, the Potclays folk are wonderful - very welcoming and friendly. I really, really enjoyed this course!"

15 Mar 18'

Helen Cooper reviewed: Country House Crafting Retreats in rural Hertfordshire

"Fantastic weekend away. Scrapbooking in beautiful surrounding, basic but very comfortable bedrooms, lovely food and fantastic company. My only complaint we have to come home!"

15 Mar 18'

Sally Allpress reviewed: Kiln Formed Glass in Cornwall

"Had a brilliant day. Having never worked with glass before found it really interesting and absorbing. Fi was a great teacher very patient and knowledgeable. Thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it highly."

15 Mar 18'

Kate Beckett reviewed: Kiln Formed Glass in Cornwall

"I have just attended the course today and loved it from start to finish. Fi was delightful and put me at ease straight away, helping when needed, but letting you use your imagination. I would recommend this course 100% and I am looking forward to seeing my creation!!"

15 Mar 18'

Amanda reviewed: Candlemaking for Beginners

"An absolutely brilliant day, thanks to a very patient Rob (I was late due to the flooding on the roads) and two lovely ladies who made the experience equally as enjoyable and fun. Rob was informative and certainly made us feel welcome and at ease, I was even told off a few times! (being too eager or cheeky probably). I learnt many technical skills that I was missing and with my freshly honed skills, I'm looking forward to making and selling as part of my craft business. Thank you so much Rob and I will hopefully look forward to the next level of candle making skills/making moulds etc. Thank you!"

15 Mar 18'

Gloria Stein reviewed: Fun with Felt Flowers

"A wonderful tutor. I have learnt so much in one session with Nancy and now look forward to further sessions with her."

15 Mar 18'

BARBARA THOMAS reviewed: Silver jewellery workshop for beginners with Jude Karnon

"My daughter and I had a wonderful day - seven and half hours spent making jewellery with a short break for a delicious lunch. Jude even managed to work out a way for my daughter to achieve the complex origami style pendant that she had thought up (although there were sighs when my daughter realised that she was giong to have to do some very delicate soldering). It was very much a hands on experience which was great, even better we each managed to make three pieces of jewellery."

15 Mar 18'

Brian Hirst reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"I was bought a one day course as a present by my kids. I had a great time ... Now I just need to get my own forge ... Plus maybe a bit more tuition! Alex is a great teacher, very patient and attentive but equally happy to let me get on with it and learn stuff for myself. I would thoroughly recommend it, and certainly be happy to go again, maybe my arm won't ache quite so much next time! Cheers Alex"

15 Mar 18'

Victoria Sampson reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"What an amazing weekend!! I can't praise Natalie and the team highly enough for giving me so much confidence and making the whole weekend so much fun. I was quite apprehensive to start with but Natalie's energy, enthusiasm and obvious love of her job was infectious and put us all at ease immediately. It really didn't matter what our level of experience was as we were given full instruction's and shown how to use all the equipment and plenty of time and help to practice. I honestly thought we would be given a pre-formed project to put together, but no ... all our projects we made from scratch and everyone one on the course went home with something amazing they had created. I would highly recommend this course to everyone and hope I get an opportunity to do more. A great experience!!!"

15 Mar 18'

Eileen Hall reviewed: Quilling for Mother's Day with Learn to be Crafty

"A very enjoyable course for letting your imagination run wild whilst making chocolates. Plus knowledgeable tutors in Fiona and Helen and a lovely bunch of "students". All this makes for a fun time!"

15 Mar 18'

Lisa Robinson reviewed: Rustic Furniture Making – 2 day course

"This was a fantastic course and the second one I’ve done at trading places. Excellent instructor, great atmosphere, very good value for money and I went home with a really impressive piece of furniture. I have already recommended it to friends. 5 stars! Lisa"

15 Mar 18'

David Hordern reviewed: Clay portrait weekends with Karin Ort

"Hey took the 2 day weekend sculpture course. Never sculptured a head in my life!! Live model - 2 days later had a real head which could recognise. Great facilities/studio, materials, equipment and in depth instructions. Will be going again very soon"

15 Mar 18'

graham dolman reviewed: Nigel Hobbins wood carving and tool care classes

"Recently completed a five week course-wish it had been ten times longer! The amount of knowledge/advice/guidance Nigel gently imparts in truly wonderful surroundings made for a fun and very enjoyable course. Would highly recommend for both beginner and experienced carver"

15 Mar 18'

Val reviewed: Wood carving classes in Pembrokeshire, Wales

"I was quite nervous about starting a course where I was a complete beginner and had little previous experience of any craft work. I need not have worried. Anthony's courses are relaxed, informative and really enjoyable. He tutors on an individual basis according to your skill level. He patiently guides you through your project giving clear and helpful suggestions in a non-intrusive way. The whole atmosphere is very relaxing and well worth trying."

15 Mar 18'

Rebecca Browne reviewed: Candlemaking for Beginners

"Thoroughly enjoyed this experience from start to finish. Rob put us at ease from the start to finish. I managed to take away the confidence and excitement to begin making candles for myself and my family. The enthusiasm from this course is relentless, I’m driving everyone nuts talking about it. I cannot recommend this course enough. My friend would love to attend another course just on making moulds alone."

14 Mar 18'

Rob reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Had a great time and would definitely recommend to anyone. Day 1. After the Health & Safety chat & putting on safety gear it's pretty much all hands on:- with grinders & polishers, MIG & TIG welders, plasma cutter and the forge! There's plenty of opportunity to get comfortable with and understand the kit, experiment with different techniques etc. all the time Natalie & team are on hand supporting and encouraging. Day 2. You're making your chosen project using the kit you experimented with yesterday. Again there's plenty of encouragement, support, guidance and supervision. Natalie is amazing, very talented & passionate and she clearly thrives on seeing us get into our projects & enjoy working with metal. Everyone made something they could be proud of, even me, and everyone was smiling & enjoying the experience all the time."

14 Mar 18'

Victoria Reffin reviewed: Metalwork Craft weekend with The Iron Lady - Bradwell Blacksmiths

"Booked the two day course for my Mum and myself as christmas presents. Arrived to a really warm welcome by Natalie and her team!! We felt comfortable straight away. After a chat and coffee we explored the workshop, where you could clearly see how much love and passion Natalie has for what she does. Natalie's enthusiam was really nice to see, a breath of fresh air!! We went freelance on exploring everything she showed us that day. On the second day we created our chosen product, after a day of practice and investigating all the equipment we felt at ease knowing we could operate everything safely. It was so much fun. Something so different and enjoyable!! Would highly reccommend every single bit of it. I loved it, i know my Mum did too!!!! Thank you again!!!!"

14 Mar 18'

Helen Williams reviewed: Country House Crafting Retreats in rural Hertfordshire

"My favourite weekend of the year !! Great to get together with other like minded people for a weekend of uninterrupted crafting. Fab food catering for all dietary needs,basic but adequate rooms, huge table spaces to spread out on, on site shop, optional break out sessions all set in beautiful grounds (which we only get to admire out the window as we’re all too busy !! ) Great to meet old and new friends and share ideas and stash if needed. Always book my next retreat before I leave !!!"

14 Mar 18'

Emma Smith reviewed: Snail painting workshop

"Treated my mum to this course for Mother’s Day as something a little different to do together. Saz made us feel so welcome and it was great to chat to other students who dropped in to work on their clay projects. We had a wonderful time and cannot wait to see our finished snails; Hughbert Sebastian Forbes and Horace! We will definitely be back."

14 Mar 18'

Louise Pope reviewed: Perfume Making in Norfolk

"I attended the Perfume Making course run by Diane. It was a great experience run by a lovely lady. Diane is very patient and knowledgeable I thoroughly enjoyed the day, and made perfume that I love and wear. I recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn something new and have a great day out in the process."

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