Latest reviews

25 Oct 17'

Michaela reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop Owl Brooch

"Had an absolutely wonderful time, will be going back for more, very helpful & patient plus has a great talent."

25 Oct 17'

Andy Spanjers reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"My wife gave me a voucher for a day of wood turning instruction with Mark for my birthday. I had a bit of experience turning wood (self taught) and so Took my tools and work samples along. Mark was able to tailor my day to suit my strengths and weaknesses. It was a long and thouroghly enjoyable day, covering all aspects of turning finishing log prep and tool use and sharpening. Mark was very helpful and full of knowledge. I think the fact that he is passionate about what he does comes in his teaching. The information and websites he emailed are an added bonus to the day. Thanks very much Mark! My head is still buzzing from all the information! PS.I've already raised my lathe to stop my backache!"

25 Oct 17'

Amy Boon reviewed: Beginners sewing and quilting at Spools and Scissors Suffolk

"I had a brilliant time on the bags of fun class with Tracey! Learnt so much as a complete novice at sewing and got to take home my bag at the end of the day. Would highly reccomend for anyone interested in sewing!"

25 Oct 17'

Cherry Brunwin reviewed: Full day introduction to glass fusing course.

"I had a wonderful day at Pink House Glass for this workshop. Amanda is an excellent teacher. She is enthusiastic, inspirational and encouraging and also provides very clear instruction. She is also a great cook. I have yet to see the results of my first efforts, but however it turns out, I feel I will have learned quite a lot. Thank you Amanda."

25 Oct 17'

Ms. R reviewed: Photography Days

"Had a really enjoyable day with Richard & Sue. I was lucky enough to be by myself. :) I was comfortable and at ease throughout the day which went by very quickly. They looked at my camera and explained how I could make the most of its features. They encouraged me to take different types of pictures & to see the difference that adjusting various settings make on the outcome of the image. The area is amazing for photography & fresh air. Richard & Sue are sincere & friendly with a genuine passion for photography. I'm so happy I stepped out of my comfort zone & went ahead."

25 Oct 17'

Moira Baker reviewed: A lino cut workshop with Linda Farquharson

"I am ready to go on my 4th course at Linda's workshop. Very worthwhile and enjoyable. Anyone interested in linocut should seriously consider coming here."

25 Oct 17'

Mayuka Jayasekera reviewed: Steam-Bending Courses in Cumbria

"I've been on a few furniture making courses since I attended the professional steam bending course with Charlie, none have compared really. There is a lot to take in and Charlie was always happy to answer any questions I had, as well as show us techniques that were slightly off the course agenda. Charlie and the team provided us with a fun yet constructive atmosphere. I certainly learnt a lot and thoroughly enjoyed the course, the beauty of the surroundings and the food (wow!!)."

25 Oct 17'

Denise horn reviewed: Painting on Glass (Level Two)

"Really enjoyed this course, David taught it really well with just the right measure of guidance and allowing you to make your own discoveries. I have learnt some valuable new skills, just need to work on them now - I feel it has opened up a new area of hot glass work for me to try. thanks Denise"

25 Oct 17'

Sue Kerrison reviewed: Fabric printing & lampshade making workshop

"So pleased to have attended Ria's lampshade workshop. A lively, enjoyable experience obtaining new skills , taught with patience and inspiring creative knowledge. Really delighted with my unique finished shade and the sense of achievement. Just need more lights! Gets you buzzing to have more individual shades."

25 Oct 17'

Geni Najman reviewed: Green Woodwork and Pole Lathe day

"What a fantastic day: a wonderful setting, expert tuition and delicious refreshments - and a dibber to show off to family and friends! Chris Allen is an excellent teacher: he assesses your ability very quickly and offers just the right amount of help and guidance, whilst allowing you a free hand to progress at your own speed. A thoroughly enjoyable day."

25 Oct 17'

Lynne Jones reviewed: Botanical Prints and Eco-Dyeing in West Wales

"Excellent course content - a lot learned and the pieces we took away with us at the end of the day are absolutely gorgeous and I will definitely wear my scarf. The venue was perfect with lots of space to work in make a mess. Claire was a great tutor, very approachable and knowledgeable and Suzi is just so helpful and friendly. Lunch was provided and it was wonderful! Home cooked, and so tasty - as we had vegetarians and gluten-free folks with us their dietary needs were catered for and we all had the same but it was so deliciously yummy it was not obviously specialised - Juliet is an amazing cook. I will be booking again and I highly recommend this workshop 5/5"

24 Oct 17'

Hazel Jeffrey reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

"I have just spent a day with my sisters at Kate's immersing ourselves in sculpting willow - learning a new and exciting skill. Kate was incredibly supportive throughout, spending time with each of us and showing us how to construct a heron, a sitting hare and a running hare between us. I don't think any of us really believed we would come home with such huge willow structures and we all felt a great sense of achievement. Kate supplied additional willow so we could continue to work on our creations at home. We all feel we can continue to develop our skills going forward. Thanks so much for a wonderful day Kate."

24 Oct 17'

Allison Bucknell and friends reviewed: A One-day Feltmaking Course to Make a Fabulous Felt Hat in the Beautiful Forest of Dean.

"Really good interesting and fun day-amazed at how much we achieved.We all enjoyed our day, and were quite impressed with our respective titfers. Allison. A great day- 4 hats achieved,all different. What an achievement. Frances Thank you for a great day- and a great hat! Honor"

24 Oct 17'

Laura Wilcox reviewed: Can't crochet, won't crochet?

"I tried the 'Can't crochet, won't crochet' course with Yvonne, it was brilliant, has got me started on the right track, all I need now is a follow on course, maybe bring a pattern and Yvonne can help you work through it?"

24 Oct 17'

Rosie reviewed: Stained Glass Workshop with Gillian & David Wing of Strawberry Glass

"I thoroughly enjoyed the day. The tutors were first rate in their pace and delivery and included a lot of health and safety issues as well to ensure the environment and ourselves were kept safe."

24 Oct 17'

Jane reviewed: Stained Glass Workshop with Gillian & David Wing of Strawberry Glass

"The Stained Glass course was excellent. I was in Gill’s group & thought her a really good teacher. I will certainly do another course with her. Value for money was fine, as was the venue. I’m looking forward to being able to come down & do some more."

24 Oct 17'

Katie Tiffany reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Really great day, thank you Adrian, Andy and Debbie for the lovely food, great tuition and your patience. We had a great day and would 100% recommend this day. Katie and Andrew"

24 Oct 17'

David Russell reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Excellent day, would strongly advise anyone who fancies a go at hammering some hot metal & making something cool to have a go."

24 Oct 17'

Tim Mobbs reviewed: Hand forged rustic knife course

"Had a fantastic day with Andy. He was very knowledgeable and answered any questions. This was hands on from the word go until the knife was completed. He was great at letting me have a go, crack On and only stepped in when needed. My favourite birthday present ever! So good I’m currently trying to work out how to turn my shed into a smithy! I would recommend this to absolutely anyone who has an interest in blacksmithing."

24 Oct 17'

Lucy Henry reviewed: Annie Sloan Method with Chalk Paint for Upcycling Furniture at La Di Da Interiors - The Basics

"Thoroughly enjoyed the course and Stephanie made it great fun and interesting - the time flew by! now have the confidence to get painting."

24 Oct 17'

Jacqueline Jeynes reviewed: Open Spine Bookbinding in West Wales

"Had a great day making my Open Spine bound book at Carole King’s workshop on Wednesday. Lots of different papers to choose from for the cover so this time I picked a very girly, red-hearts on blue background – definitely not my usual choice! Bit fiddly in places, but we all finished on time and everyone’s was very different. I love my book so will use it for all the small sketches and paintings I have done over the years rather than just look at a beautiful – but empty – book!"

24 Oct 17'

Julia Benton reviewed: Open Spine Bookbinding in West Wales

"was a fun day, learning a new skill, in a great venue, good food and a very good teacher, notes that went with the course are well written"

24 Oct 17'

Debbie reviewed: Conscious Interior Decor; For holistic living

"I've now attended 2 Interior Design days with Lucy and the same group of ladies. We all enjoyed the first day so much and wanted to learn more, so we booked a second day. We're also hoping to book a third day in 2018. We've covered the basic principles of interior design (a mix of theory and practical tasks) and had the opportunity to discuss our own ideas and projects along the way - these days are really inspiring and have helped me with my own projects at home. Lucy is an excellent host - I love the informal, relaxed atmosphere for learning and the home made food and drinks throughout the day are fantastic! I would highly recommend these courses."

24 Oct 17'

Julie and Tony reviewed: A relaxing day of clay making

"We have had two wonderfully nurturing days with Trisha so far. The first to make our pots and the second to glaze them. She encourages you to play with the clay and the glazes and I have rarely seen my husband so engrossed. A delicious and relaxing lunch in the middle of the day just added to our sense of wellbeing. Thank you Trisha."

24 Oct 17'

Chloe pears and Tracey Palmer reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"Julie's basket making course was fantastic! Julie is amazing at what she does and is a fab teacher, so helpful and patient with her students : ) Rob also came in for the afternoon and was also incredibly helpful and just brilliant at what he does. You guys are so passionate about what you do and its lovely to see! Oh, and thank you for the beautiful cakes too, they were delicious! We had a lovely day and would definitely recommend to anyone thinking about doing the course. Thank you so much! Chloe and Tracey x"