Latest reviews

17 Oct 17'

Lucy reviewed: Mixed Media every Wednesday at The Studio, Somerton, Somerset.

"I attended this course with my sister-in-law and we enjoyed it so much that we can't keep away! Constance's enthusiasm is so infectious that you can't fail to enjoy the course. It is so refreshing to be able to experiment and play with lots of different techniques to produce such interesting creations."

17 Oct 17'

Lucy reviewed: Silk Painting Techniques Class Full Day

"I have a superb silk scarf that I painted at a workshop with Constance. My son also painted one for his Granny. We both thoroughly enjoyed experimenting with different techniques and loved our finished scarves. Constance is a fantastic tutor and has incredible creative enthusiasm!"

17 Oct 17'

Lynn Moore reviewed: Natural soap and skincare workshop

"What a fabulous and fun day! Nichola was very welcoming and knowledgable about her subject. Lots of lovely things made over the course of the day. Highly recommended."

17 Oct 17'

Sophie reviewed: Lampwork Glass Bead Making Workshop, Stourbridge

"I thoroughly enjoyed the half day workshop with Sarah. As a complete beginner I was really apprehensive to start with. Sarah is a very good teacher and within no time I felt at ease and was able to make some beautiful beads. I'm very happy with the finished product and will be definitely returning to create some more!! Highly recommended!"

17 Oct 17'

nazi mintzhabib reviewed: Learn Full Body Massage

"Hi Naz, I enjoyed the class as well. You are a great teacher and a massage. Thank you so much - could not recommend highly enough Nazi"

17 Oct 17'

Nigel Pugh reviewed: 2 day blacksmithing courses

"As a beginner both one day and two day courses I attended were inspiring full of fun and enthusiastically taught by Aaron who has great knowledge and a passion for anything involving iron."

17 Oct 17'

Tracey Newland reviewed: Painting & Sailing ART retreat holiday in Greece for beginners and improvers inc flights & 7 nights B&B ATOL protected

"Absolutely fantastic course, enjoyable company plus positive and enthusiastic instruction. The setting was beautiful, with plenty to do for those not painting as well. Subject matter for painting was varied from still life such as flowers in terracotta pots, village life and quaint buildings, to stunning vistas of sun, sea and mountains. Thank you to Vicki and Beth for a well organised, relaxing and fun holiday."

17 Oct 17'

Mandy Davies reviewed: A fabulous introduction to fused glass - one day course

"A really great day. Lots of fun. Siobhan and her husband are so welcoming and friendly you feel very inspired. Plenty of drinks on tap and a great lunch. Thank you for a wonderful day"

17 Oct 17'

Linda Fernley reviewed: 1-to-1 Mount cutting and effective presentation for painters and photographers

"I joined this workshop in Farnham on Saturday without the slightest clue about how to mount a picture or photograph. By the end of the day I was a 'professional'! Lynne is a superb tutor; she demonstrates and explains very clearly and, with such a small class of just six, is able to constantly give advice and tips as we each created our own 'masterpieces'. I'm so pleased to have learnt this skill and would absolutely recommend this course."

17 Oct 17'

Andy Stevens reviewed: A Dry Stone Walling Workshop Bedfordshire

"I had a great day, great company, great instruction . John was excellent and very informative. Gave everyone in the group equal time and answered every question asked. I feel that, with the instruction given, I could quite confidently build my own wall. I would recommend this course to anyone that wants to spend a day in the fresh air, away from computers and phones and learn something new. Thanks."

17 Oct 17'

Alice reviewed: Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

"I am a furniture maker, and wanted to create a mould for a new product. Ed was very open and listened to what I needed to create. A patient, gentle natured person very knowledgable in the mould making world. He also understands the production of the piece afterwards, so takes you through the whole process and creates a mould for your needs. I would highly recommend him for any mould making needs. An incredible view onto the old Spode factory, a perfect setting. I didn't get to eat one, but would recommend trying an oat cake if in Stoke on Trent, Ed knows a good place."

17 Oct 17'

Mike Carr reviewed: Cider making - one day workshop

"Definitely aimed at absolute beginners. Most of the day is spent processing the apples to produce the juice from which cider can be made. This is followed by a relatively short discussion about what happens subsequently to convert the juice into cider."

17 Oct 17'

Jenny Crawford reviewed: Micro Macrame - Beaded Bracelet

"Brilliant one and a half hrs spent making bracelet love it thank you Wendy x"

16 Oct 17'

John Coombe reviewed: Learn to carve wooden spoons, beginners and improvers

"Good course, learning various techniques of knife use. Very knowledgeable and experienced tutor. We all made a butter-knife and then a scoopy statula thingy which gets much use in the kitchen."

16 Oct 17'

Jen reviewed: A fabulous introduction to fused glass - one day course

"Not being very creative and having little idea about fused glass, I thoroughly enjoyed this day. Under Siobhan's expert guidance I managed to create a number of pieces without even cutting myself! The day was great fun, lunch brilliant and Siobhan and Dan great hosts. Would totally recommend and would love to repeat."

16 Oct 17'

Chris reviewed: Learn to carve wooden spoons, beginners and improvers

"Fantastic day!! Dave is excellent at teaching how to carve spoons, the setting was brilliant, such a cosy yurt with log burner set in an orchard setting, I went in the colder months and the stove kept us toasty warm! I was on the day long course with about 4 other people, there was plenty of demonstration time and then lots of 1-2-1 help from Dave as you progressed through the day. There were tea breaks and lunch breaks (take a packed lunch) and we all left with carved spoons that we had created from a log! In my opinion this is one of the best courses for spoon carving and at an incredibly reasonable price!"

16 Oct 17'

Annie reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop Owl Brooch

"I spent a fascinating three hours with Lana learning about wool, sheep & needles. Lota of tips on techniques. I was so absorbed the time flew by. Lana is very patient, knowledgeable and really helps you to get the most of the session. I would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn to needle felt."

16 Oct 17'

Vikki Hollis reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop Owl Brooch

"Really enjoyed learning how to needle felt and looking forward to attending the next workshop & learning more skills. Plus i made some new friends, a very enjoyable way to spend three hours. The cake was also very delicious thank you"

16 Oct 17'

Jo Dark reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop Owl Brooch

"My friend & I had a great time at a needle felting workshop, very helpful lovely relaxed supportive atmosphere. Easily 5 stars topped off with tasty cake."

16 Oct 17'

Jane attfield reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"A great weekend! The course gave me the opportunity to do something totally different, to be creative and have time out in a lovely setting. Sebastian was always on hand for help and support when needed and he was encouraging and supportive of all our very different project ideas. I was amazed by what I had managed to produce as a complete novice by the end. I'd recommend this to anyone even someone who thinks they would never be able to do it."

16 Oct 17'

Deb jones reviewed: Needle Felting Workshop Owl Brooch

"I would definitely recommend a felting course with Lana was made to feel very welcome and the tuition was excellent. I had a really fun session & will be going back again, it was my first time Thank you for the lovely cake as well :)"

16 Oct 17'

Mark reviewed: 1-to-1 Mount cutting and effective presentation for painters and photographers

"Excellent group and one to one tuition. Friendly small class. A great skill to learn."

16 Oct 17'

Lisa reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I loved the place, the animals, the fields stretching out beyond, the simple technology and working in the fresh air. Sebastian was so good at creating a mellow peaceful atmosphere, taking us back to when time was spent making things to last."

16 Oct 17'

Edna reviewed: Make a silver ring or bangle

"Who would have thought that 50 years after being taught geometry at school I would find a use for it. Today with Lucy I learned that making fine jewellery is a lot more complex than just learning the practical skills such as filing and soldering. Once again my ability has been stretched and I loved every minute although I told Lucy it was torture. Gently Lucy has again allowed me to evaluate my project and it has changed again. No longer including enamelling but I believe it will look all the more fantastic"

16 Oct 17'

Stuart Hillston reviewed: Learn to carve wooden spoons, beginners and improvers

"I enjoyed a lovely day in the countryside with Dave in the mindful pursuit of spoon carving. We were blessed with wonderful weather, which meant plenty of outdoor time until the sun got too hot, as Dave very patiently, and safely, taught us the basics of making a butter spreader in the morning and a spoon in the afternoon, all from a "lump" of wood. I was happy to go slowly, being respectful of the tools and enjoying time with the other class members. The combination of warm sunny weather, and the peace and quiet was very conducive to productive creativity, and we moved under shelter to stay cool in the afternoon - had it rained we would have been under this cover from the start. I recommend you take this course as a way to experience making something by hand under the guidance of a skilled teacher."