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Mike reviewed: Make a Windsor chair

"Really great green woodworking course. Ben is a really nice guy and everyone takes home a stunning ash chair. I was bought the course as a present and would definitely recommend it to others. Learned so much and cant wait to take on another woodworking project"

Hannah Sheppard reviewed: Bees for Development Sustainable Beekeeping Weekend Courses 2024

"A fantastic immersive weekend learning about bees, their society and what they need from nature to continue pollinating a third of the world's food. The five tutors presented an incredible bank of knowledge and insight and even taught us how to build our own hive. I have left the course enthused to learn more and already making a plan about how and where to keep bees, and also how to advocate for bees to my local council, county council, fellow gardeners and neighbours. It became apparent through the course how different the sustainable approach to beekeeping is vis-a-vis other more interventionist approaches, and how modern farming methods can be so destructive. So, thank you Bees for Development; I am glad to have started my journey with bees, with you."

Catherine Mears reviewed: Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

"Excellent one day Glass fusing with enamels. I arrived as a surprise birthday present and knew nothing about it so consequently no preparation done whatsoever. Steve is a great teacher and very helpful. The full day gave us lots of opportunity to experiment in the morning making large tiles and learning how to apply the enamels to produce different finishes. After a lovely lunch at the local pub, we made our large panel in the afternoon. There was also time to make tea light panels. We were able to make lots of pieces which Steve fired overnight ready for collection next day. I was delighted with my wall panel and selection of tiles which I am going to slump into dishes. It was lovely to meet Alison and Lizzy and spend the day doing glass with them. I can thoroughly recommend this one day course and feel inspired to continue with the enamels using my own kiln. Thank you Steve for a great day."

Louie McCarthy reviewed: Weekend introductory blacksmithing course 'B' at Quinnell School of Blacksmithing

"Really great introduction and some super helpful guys!"

Vannin reviewed: Mosaic and Glass Art 2 day Course

"I took four children, two aged 10 and two ages 12, and myself for a two hour workshop as a school holiday treat. Maggie was inspiring to work with and more than generous with her materials. She managed to facilitate each of our very different creative processes so that we all came away with a piece we’ll treasure. I can see us returning again in the future."

James Deutsch reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"Brilliant day of wood turning! From a complete beginner but with an interest in wood generally, I found the course to be really interesting - with something to show for it at the end of the day! Mark's knowledge, exacting standards and patience I found to be second to none. A genuinely nice guy and a cracking teacher all combined to a thoroughly enjoyable day. I am seriously considering how and when I could take up as a hobby - and when I do - likely to be back. Thank you so much!!"

Catharine Morris reviewed: Creative Paper Cutting (1 day) in the Peak District

"This course was very interesting and enjoyable. Christine is an excellent teacher and she was full of enthusiasm and conveyed this throughout the day. She managed to give us all enough individual time and help as needed. These days are however never long enough; needed more time. There is an assumption that participants should to go home with a finished "piece"; I feel this is not as useful as learning more techniques and trying out different ways of doing things. It was a good start and I hope to continue with it. The venue was excellent with very friendly hosts and excellent refreshments. Highly recommended."

Paul Siddals reviewed: Blacksmith forge experience day - introductory course with use of power hammer

"This was an excellent practical full day's introduction to blacksmithing. During the very enjoyable day I did squaring, drawing out, scrolling, off-setting, up-setting and twisting. Chester is likeable, patient and knowledgeable. I had a whole day (9.45 to 18.00) of one to one tuition for a very modest cost. I would recommend this course to anyone, male or female of any age over 14. Forging is a fascinating skill that engineers and artist should experience, although everyone would find it fascinating ."

Karen A reviewed: Creative Paper Cutting (1 day) in the Peak District

"I really enjoyed this course. Every detail was fantastic - being welcomed on the driveway, the fantastic studio, the inspiring tuition from Christine, the lovely materials, the wafting smells of freshly made soup and cake, the excellent company of others on the course, the pace of work and the abundant creativity. Thank you."

Anne Nichol reviewed: Creative Paper Cutting (1 day) in the Peak District

"This course was held in a wonderful setting and run by Christine who is extremely skilled talented and experienced. We had 8 people in the group which was an ideal number so we could both work independently and be given plenty of guidance if needed. Christine explained all the processes involved in paper cutting in an encouraging and enabling way. I would have liked more time to develop and work on the afternoon project as that felt a bit rushed but otherwise a really inspiring and worthwhile introduction to an interesting craft. The hosting, venue and yummy food greatly enhanced the experience. Thank you all."

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

"Hello Anne, Thanks so much for your positive review. Great to hear you enjoyed the course. I will pass on your comment about needing longer for the afternoon project. Time tends to fly on our one-day workshops...partly the nature of creative pursuits, I'm afraid, but if we can pace things differently we will. So glad you enjoyed the setting and sustenance!"

Paul Brophy reviewed: Make a Windsor-style stool

"This is an excellent course. This was my first attempt at woodworking and I am delighted with my finished stool. Ben is a great teacher and the sessions in his workshop are really enjoyable, relaxed with a healthy dose of hard work."

Debs reviewed: Taster Pottery Session

"A lovely session getting started with basic techniques. Just the right balance of teaching, guidance/advice and independent work. Looking forward to going back for more!!"

Amy Punshon reviewed: Blacksmithing Introduction courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Thank you for a great day. I booked the day for my dad and me for his birthday. We were really well looked after and got to get really stuck in and make some fantastic projects."

Lee Fitzgerald reviewed: Wood turning courses

"2 day course for a birthday present was made very enjoyable by George and his wife Susan. Their hospitality was great. It made me feel at home and relaxed. George’s excellent tuition was pitched perfectly for a beginner like me. The creative and technical aspects of woodturning were imparted from George’s experience with a humorous and easygoing teaching style. I had fun and I feel that I have learnt a lot from this course. It has motivated me to continue woodturning as a hobby. A generous birthday gift and an excellent tutor."

Jan pietrasz reviewed: Lino printmaking workshop

"I did a printing course at foreverycloud with donna vale . We covered many aspects of printing using different techniques. Donna is a brilliant teacher, the content and encouragement she gives every student encourages you to do your best and be inspired. I would highly recommend any of foreverycloud courses ."

Phill Roberts reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"I have been woodturning for a few years now, all self taught. and my partner gave me a one day course with Mark. I learnt more in one day with Mark than I've learnt in years. Mark is an excellent teacher and the patience of a saint. A day with Mark is a day well spent. Thank you Mark."

Joseph Evans reviewed: Glass blowing for beginners with Jon Lewis

"Such a great experience! Jon is a really knowledgeable and patient teacher. The workshop is in a very picturesque location in an old mill on the side of a canal. On the day we went even though we had minus figures and snow outside we were sweating inside. To work with glass is very demanding but also very rewarding and Jon was helped us to be very productive. In 6 hours we managed to make so many interesting glass sculptures we were shocked (cups, bottles, marbles, paperweights) and also were able to keep them all. Would highly recommend this course to anyone with an interest in exploring a new material. In fact we’re probably going to go back to try to expand our skills further. Well worth the money and a hearty lunch is also included!"

christine murray reviewed: Sgraffito Printed Fused Glass (1.30pm)

"Very enjoyable and unique workshop. I have benefited a lot from her experience and guidance and shall keep an eye out on craftcourses .com for any more of her wonderful mosaic workshops."

Caroline and Peter reviewed: Pottery making party in lovely seaside studio

"It was lovely to meet you on Saturday Jenny. We felt the whole day was very relaxed but informative. Tea and Jaffa cakes were very much appreciated. We had lots of time to create our masterpieces and achieved a surprising amount considering we had no idea what we would be able to do. We did feel it was a little tight for space but as you say on a nicer day we would have been spread out in other areas. We are looking forward to seeing our creations finished and feel very inspired to do more."

Jenni Cox reviewed: Wood turning courses

"Well, what a great day I had yesterday! . I’m on a very limited time frame at university to get my project completed and I NEVER expected to get the components completed to such a high standard, all thanks to George. I totally underestimated the skill of wood turning. I assumed it would be easy to work to exact drawings, hence why I sent them to George the day before. This was not the case as it is all free-hand. At university I am used to making things to the 10th of a millimeter, so free hand for a major project was way out of my comfort zone, but working to exact drawings wasn’t what George was used to either however we made a great team!!! I had such a lovely day and learnt some of the basics of woodturning. I want to go back to learn properly (not working to drawings this time!). George has no idea how much time and un-necessary stress he has saved me by helping me to complete these parts, I am so grateful and I LOVE them! Massive thank you to George and his wife for being so welcoming. I had such a lovely day and can’t wait to return soon!"

Glyn Fisher reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"This was just the best start I could have had in wood turning. Mark is an exceptional teacher, his knowledge of equipment is huge, his expertise in the art of wood turning vast and his dedication to giving you all of the information and help you need is the stuff of legends. I learned so much from this day. Thanks Mark."

Jo Egglestone reviewed: Bees for Development Sustainable Beekeeping Weekend Courses 2024

"A wonderful course with every opportunity to ask questions. I have come away from it with a plan on where to start with keeping bees, and even how to make the hive I want. Brilliant course I fully recommend."

Marion Thorpe reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"martin is such a nice man and a really good teacher he is fair in that if you miss a class he really does his best to fit you in some where I love the classes and I so enjoy what I produce."

Brigitte reviewed: 1 day basic shoe making course

"I had a fantastic day with Judi yesterday, I absolutely love the slippers I made, so impressed that I made them in a one day workshop. I really hope Judi runs some more workshops making Bally pumps that we spoke about yesterday as I would definitely return. Judi is a lovely lady and the lemon drizzle cake was lovely too. Thank you Judi."

Karen Read reviewed: Chainmaille - Helmweave Bracelet

"Had an enjoyable afternoon learning a new craft. Can't wait to book another one."