Latest reviews

Laura reviewed: Micro Macrame - Beaded Bracelet

"Wendy is a calm and patient teacher, and everyone came away with a lovely macrame bracelet along with a new skill!"

Linda Rogers reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"What a brilliant course! Julie is a very talented teacher who is patient and encouraging. Our small group finished the day with a real sense of achievement and very proud of our finished baskets. The day passed by very quickly as Julie mixed demonstration, activities, and breaks for the delicious cakes! I would recommend this course to anyone who would like to learn a new craft in a friendly and relaxed way. I came away inspired thank you Julie."

Tracy reviewed: Hand built ceramics: Make your own jug and bowl

"I booked this day course as part of an Easter trip away in the Lake District. It took us about an hour to get there by car. We had 3 generations of family there and everyone loved it. We made a couple of pieces each with Penny's guidance and then she showed us how to paint them in the afternoon. Penny's knowledge and hospitality is amazing, we could not fault the day and the lunch provided was delicious. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone!"

Jo Foster reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Really great course. I learnt so much on my 2 days with Bill and came away with some beautiful leather items into the bargain! Bill is an extremely knowledgeable and supportive teacher and so kindly stayed on a little on my 2nd day to enable me to finish my project. Thoroughly recommend this course."

Robbie reviewed: Small Leather Goods Workshop

"I had a great time learning from Richard and came away with a leather belt that I love. I had no previous experience with leather making and do not consider myself to be very creative, but Richard guided me through the process and taught me a lot about leather and belt making. I thoroughly enjoyed the course, would definitely do it again and I would recommend for any skill level."

sue reviewed: Micro Macrame - Beaded Bracelet

"What a lovely Macramé bracelet class where I learned a new creative skill on a wet Sunday morning. Wendy is very patient (just as well as I seemed to be the last one to finish every time) and very knowledgeable. I left the class eager to show off my new bracelet (which looked shop-bought, in a good way!) As soon as I arrived home I showed my daughter how to make a bracelet with the kit I bought from Wendy. Watch out everyone this Christmas, guess what you're going to get from me??!!"

Emma Patrick reviewed: Macrame - Plant Hangers

"I enjoyed this so much I have booked into the macramé wall hanging class. The class was well taught and I am pleased with what I produced."

Jane Fearon reviewed: Silver clay beginners course - Lori Ridgway

"An amazing experience ........ had a fab time and made some beautiful pieces...I still can't believe I made them !!! Lori is a lovely inspiring lady and an excellent teacher, very patient and explained the different stages simply and in full detail, I didn't want the morning to end ..... I cant wait to get back and do the 2 day course. Thanks Lori"

Anne Bartholomew reviewed: Free-machine Embroidery Workshop with Dawn Ireland

"Free Machine Embroidery Course with Dawn Ireland Such a lovely day. Dawn's workshop is a model of good practice. She is welcoming and organised with a portfolio of inspirational work for different interests and skills and an abundance of colourful materials to use . She offers constructive advice and encouragement throughout. Her hospitality and environment enhances the enjoyment....including lovely cake and gorgeous cats! Dawn is a talented textile artist and I learned a lot of new techniques which I take away and hope a little bit of her magic has rubbed off!"

BEVERLEY TREBLE reviewed: Micro Macrame - Beaded Bracelet

"A very good course. Easy to learn thanks to Weny’s teaching and patience. Very relaxed and nice friendly atmosphere. Time goes very quickly and it’s informative and enjoyable. This is the second course I’ve had and will certainly be joining more in the future."

Jo Underhill reviewed: Lino printmaking workshop

"I did a lino printing course at For Every Cloud and I loved every moment! I hadn’t done it since I was at school and under Donna’s expert guidance I discovered a passion for printing - I now make (and sell!) cards, wrapping paper, tea towels, cushions etc... Do it!"

Monty K reviewed: A Practical Dry Stone Walling Workshop Central London

"A great day for an introductions of Dry Stone Walling- stretchers, cheek ends, 2 over 1 and 1 over 2- all in a beautiful garden setting. Thanks John for sharing your knowledge and organizing such an enjoyable day!"

London School of Dry Stone Walling responded:

"Thank you for your feedback Monty. I am pleased to hear you are developing one of the engineering principles !! It is good to share information to help learn something new. It was indeed a great social workshop as well, with participants exchanging views, opinions with interesting anecdotes. Take Care - Best Wishes - John"

Shirley Hoyne reviewed: Wire & mixed media sculpture courses with James Ort

"I would also give this course the highest recommendation! James is a young, talented artist in all the media he teaches in (plus more I'm sure!), but he is that rare find - an empathetic, balanced and clever tutor. He kept an eye on all of us, encouraging us all to put our best creative 'hats' on, giving advice and an opinion if you asked for it. This is especially vital when you're new to a creative media, as we all wanted our work to look the best it could - and it did!! I was amazed at what I was able to create, but also with all the other great varied pieces of work everyone else created. His encouragement of the group to share ideas/praise/encouragement with each other really works. His pre-course advice was super helpful, all admin re: the course spot on, and he even makes a great lemon drizzle cake!! I can't wait to go back and try other things, soon as possible. This guy is a lovely person and his teaching/studio are REALLY good - just GO :-)"

Tom McGrath reviewed: Whittling course

"Was given a voucher for the course as an anniversary present from my wife, and had the best day ever! Martin's teaching style is excellent--beginning with safety, on to techniques, with discussions of wood choice, sharpening and style, all done with warmth and humour and under the watchful eye of a master craftsman. I would recommend this course to anyone who has the slightest inkling to take up whittling. I enjoyed this day with 3 other friendly gents on the course, and the lunch was fabulous. Well Done Martin! See you in a couple of months for the spoon carving weekend."

Alison Hill reviewed: Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

"Good company (Steve, Lizzie and Kathy), brilliant guidance in converting fanciful ideas into achievable projects with gorgeous glass to take home. My daughter was really pleased with the end result. Planning helped me get the most of the day and it proved helpful to have alternative ideas. Having ideas for stencils cuts down on time although for Kathy the surprise gift led to exploration and wonderful pieces. A note on the production of stencils would help but Steve saved the day and we managed."

Olie Cook reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"I was bought a day course by my girlfriend as a birthday present and I hugely enjoyed my day in the forge. Alex has a fantastic teaching style of showing you what to do and then letting you get on with it! Even though I turned up with a vague notion about making a candlestick, Alex showed me a variety of pictures and then we drew out a rough sketch and went from there. The day flew by but Alex very subtly kept me on track and I got to go home with a lovely piece of metalwork to show off and a big grin to go with it. I only wish I had somewhere I could go and bash hot metal more often."

Simon Keeley 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

"Very many thanks, Simon, for the inspiring and immensely practical course. I had wanted to try stonecarving for years. You will see me again at one of your future course if I am lucky! Gill said she felt all of her 84 years as we staggered back to the car with our lumps of stone - and my muscles this morning tell me which ones I used yesterday.- but we had such a wonderful time. Thank you again. Miriam"

Carolyn reviewed: An Introduction to Glassblowing: Half-day Saturday courses

"Brilliant, I can't wait to collect my pieces next weekend. The workshop was in the afternoon, only 3 of us, which meant that we were able to make 3 pieces with Adam helping and sharing his knowledge. Demonstrating the pieces first and then helping us. Thank you Adam and all your staff for a great afternoon. I'll be back definitely."

Shan reviewed: Macrame - Plant Hangers

"Well taught and just the right number of other students"

Simon reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"Came to Mark’s course having never touched a lathe before, and left with quite a complex bowl that I am exceedingly proud of. Mark was patient and informative and I came away very pleased at having learned the basics of a new skill."

Clare reviewed: Table Loom Weaving Workshop - Dobby & Rose

"A very enjoyable introduction to weaving. Well-pitched for complete beginners, with the loom all ready and set up to start weaving straight away. Room to begin to experiment with patterns independently, but with only two in the class, plenty of support to improve technique and answer questions as you go along. Plenty of tea and biscuits add to the enjoyment!"

Judith savage reviewed: One day Traditional Lead Stained Glass Course

"I took both the foil and lead classes with Cheryl. What fun and inspiration by such a lovely lady. Very nice relaxed atmosphere with no pressure. Loved her studio and not forgetting the darling little doggies, wanted to take all of them home with me. Now have lots of fun ideas to do when I get home. Thank you so much Cheryl."

Tina reviewed: One day Mosaic workshop Moon Hare Studio, Devon

"Excellent way to learn in a small group in relaxed environment. Starting with the basics of tile shapes, by the end of the session you walk away with a mosaic. Hardest bit of the class is deciding what to make and which colours to work with. Loved it !"

Robin Lane- Roberts reviewed: Sculptural green wood working

"Really great experience! My husband and I went along to the space last week and had the best time. I have never carved before, but found my self instantly involved in the process. Not only a great way to learn a new skill, but also to get to know new people, share stories and have a laugh! More than worth it!"

Paulo reviewed: Sculptural willow weaving - Animals

"This was a great experience. I worked with a group of strangers who, over the course of the day became my friends and at the same time we created a willow sculpture which surpassed all my expectations. Working collectively to create a thing of beauty lifted my spirits and gave me new ideas and skills to take home with me. I have great plans for the garden this summer. Stephen, the teacher was quite inspirational and we had tea and cake. What's not to like!"