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Rebecca Denton reviewed: Beginners candle making private workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"I attended the course on Sunday 29 April 2018 and loved it. Sarah explained everything and her instructions were easy to follow. I have a learning disability and normally need assistance or need to be shown something more than once. Not on this course I got it straight away and didn't even need to mention that I may need additional help. I CANT NOT WAIT to get on further courses with Sarah. Thanks you"

Bev Archer reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"Great patient tuition allowed me, a complete beginner, to proudly take home a completed leather saddle bag! Highly recommended."

Glenn T reviewed: Introduction to Spoon Carving

"What a great day. excellent knowledge, tuition, setting, lunch, tools, experience! highly recommend !"

Keira Smith reviewed: Fused glass workshops in Cornwall

"I have had a great day making the glass. You are shown how to do everything and use all the equipment. Thank you for a great day with Wendy at the Red Store."

Mike Smith reviewed: Fused glass workshops in Cornwall

"I have had a great day with Wendy - very informative and taught us how to cut, shape, grind and make a whole piece. Thank you for a great day and what a lovely place the Red Store is."

Vicki oliver reviewed: A night (or morning/afternoon!) on the tiles: a 2.5 hour taster mosaic course

"We had a brilliant evening at the Night on the Tiles. Fi explained really well how to cut the mosaics, possible designs and helped us when needed. She had all the colours you could want in different shades. We both made a few coasters each which my mum and I were so chuffed with. We’d both recommend Fi’s classes and that evening course."

Anna Osborne reviewed: Two-day Silkscreen Printing Course: Design and Print Your Own Fabric £170.00

"Highly recommended! An extremely informative, well structured introduction to silk screen printing. Fantastic studio spaces to work in full of inspiration. Caroline is superb teacher, her knowledge and encouragement bringing out the best in us on the day whilst leaving us all wanting to develop our ideas further."

Philippa & Georgina reviewed: Introduction to Glassblowing

"Jason was brilliant from day one of requesting info on the session. The session itself was so much fun and despite being slightly apprehensive about what would happen, we felt completely at ease and totally in control at all times. We made some beautiful pieces including flowers, birds and Christmas baubles. Jason is a great teacher and we'd gladly go back for another session - highly recommended!!"

Mark Henderson reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"Just finished my weekend course with Mark on box making, what a great and interesting time spent with a guy with so much skill and knowledge of wood, from learning about timber joints to the hints and tips they give you, things you would never have thought of until they are pointed out to you, I myself have worked with timber and sheet materials for many years but this was still an eye opener for me to see a master at work. The items they produce have to be seen to be believed, taking into account the challenges faced when working with a natural product such as wood. So many thanks go to Mark for his teaching over the last 2 days I will take this back to my own workshop and try to apply some of the skills he has shown me. I would recommend these courses to anyone that has a love of wood. Many thanks for all your help again."

Marion reviewed: Friday mosaic making

"I really enjoyed this course. The atmosphere was friendly and relaxed. Everything you needed was supplied. Audrey and her Mum were helpful and supportive throughout. The two hours sped by. I have booked myself in for three further workshops - with grand intentions to produce something more ambitious."

Montet Designs responded:

"Hi Marion, I'm really pleased you enjoyed the workshop! I look forward to having you attend my next few workshops and to see what wonderful mosaics you'll create. Thanks! Audrey"

Jacqui reviewed: Friday mosaic making

"A brilliant way to spend a couple of hours! Ideal for any level - even complete novices - as there is plenty of help and advice at hand should you need it. Can't wait to do it again."

Montet Designs responded:

"Hi Jacqui Lovely to have you part of the workshop on Friday. I'm really looking forward to seeing your fab mosaic completed! Thanks for coming! Audrey"

Stephen Seamons reviewed: One-to-One Private workshop

"Attended the April two day Lead glass workshop. Excellent course with equally excellent teaching and facilities. A great way of learning a whole load of new skills whilst having a real fun time. Enjoyed every minute."

Hazel reviewed: Fabulous felt picture 2 day masterclass near York

"I’ve just spent a wonderful weekend immersed in the joys of felting. Bridget is a patient, caring and inspirational teacher. It was great to see everyone’s projects - all markedly different - and the various techniques used to make them. I am sure I will be back to do more of these weekend courses to learn more from such a master craftswoman whose felt art has been accepted into the Royal Academy’s Sumer Exhibition. It’s a lovely part of the world to learn in too. I’m hooked!"

Vera Peiffer reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I had a great time on my very first weaving course with Alice at her studio. The group was small, and Alice gave plenty of attention to all participants. She explained the weaving processes clearly and was always on hand to sort out any problems we had. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and went home with a nice little piece of woven material. I cannot recommend Alice's course highly enough!"

Vicky reviewed: Needle felting workshop - Create your own woodland creature

"What a great day. So much fun and amazed and delighted at the end result all thanks to Denise. My little hare is very special and has pride of place. I was a complete beginner but am now totally hooked. Everyone should have a go and no better place or teacher to visit than Denise at Bonds."

Crafty Gal responded:

"Great that you enjoyed it so much, I loved that it was the first time you had done anything like it and you left raring to do more! And your hare was so cute, especially his cardigan!!!! x"

Emma reviewed: One day stained glass classes by Le Breton Traditional

"What a great day! It absolutely flew by. Matt’s enthusiasm for working with glass is infectious and his knowledge about his specialisation is vast! We packed lots into the day but it felt very relaxed. We were able to work at our own pace as our projects took shape and if needed help and advice was at hand. I’m really pleased with the finished piece. I can’t wait to try something a little more challenging next time."

April reviewed: Print Making workshops at the Ruskin Glass Centre

"A world away from anything I'd done before. A fantastic and unusual gift from my friend. I learnt so much and felt inspired and proud of my effort. Might buy a return visit for us for her birthday!"

Sarah Woodward reviewed: Print Making workshops at the Ruskin Glass Centre

"I had such a lovely day. Easy pace of learning, with a fantastic tutor. Beautiful setting (delicious organic cafe on site for lunch). This was a birthday present for me, and was a such a great gift. I made my own print - and surprised myself. I'm going to have it framed. We've all got the ability to be creative, we just need the opportunity :)"

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

"Thank you Raya for a wonderful day last Sunday, I really enjoyed the wool painting class, your tuition and guidance was first rate, whilst in a welcoming, relaxed and fun environment. I was so chuffed with my finished picture and learnt lots of new skills. I will definitely be booking another class in the future."

Gabi reviewed: Leather Crossbody/Messenger or Tote bag

"Richard was so knowledgable and gave a great introduction into the processes of vegetable tanning leather and different types of hides at the beginning of the course that was very interesting. The cross body bag workshop was a great way to learn many different techniques in one day and it was so satisfying to come away with a finish piece I could wear after just a few hours! The workshop was not restrictive and I was allowed to adapt the design of the bag along the way which made it feel very personal. I’m looking forward to practising my skills on my next project!"

Nish reviewed: Introduction to Glassblowing

"Just returned from a great afternoon at Ahava Glass. Fun, relaxed and informative. Highly recommended."

sian evans reviewed: Print Making workshops at the Ruskin Glass Centre

"Mike was a great Tutor and I learnt a lot about different styles of print making. I was able to produce my own piece of work which I am really proud of. Would highly recommend."

sian evans reviewed: Mixed Media Collage Workshop

"Tutor was excellent and explained things really clearly. I was able to use my creatively to produce a finished piece I was really happy with !"

N.Paine reviewed: Friday mosaic making

"This 2 hour workshop is so relaxing the time just flies by.....you get to enjoy good company and Audrey is so friendly and welcoming I have done 2 workshops so far and will be signing up for the next one I highly recommend this workshop."

Arthur reviewed: Make your own blacksmithing tools - 3 day course

"I would recommend this course to anyone interested in making their own blacksmith’s tools. You will make a series of tools; many designed to help make other tools on the course list, along with tools for bending and making scrolls. Peat’s relaxed teaching style and encouragement during the 3 days allowed me to improve significantly on past attempts at tong making and I am now equipped to continue building my tool collection. Peat, the food and the camaraderie all helped make this one of the best courses I have done in any craft discipline."