Latest reviews

31 Jan 18'

Eileen reviewed: Fused glass day course - beginners/intermediate

"I had a great day trying a new craft. Lots of support for design and help in putting things together. Very pleased with the results. A lovely day."

31 Jan 18'

Sheila stokoe reviewed: Chainmaille - Helmweave Bracelet

"A really good class, very enjoyable. The class was small so very personal teaching! I've already put what I learnt into practice! Thank you."

31 Jan 18'

Guy reviewed: Introduction to green-wood furniture making

"Ben offers a great insight into green woodworking on this course. It is a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere with small classes of 4 people. This means Ben is on hand to provide individual as well as group advice as we worked towards building our stools. He is a great instructor and really nice guy. I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone interested in woodworking! Great value for money too."

31 Jan 18'

Paul Kirnig reviewed: Intermediate throwing with Richard Heeley

"Really interesting course. Facilities were ideal. Staff at Potclays were friendly and helpful. Richard Heeley was a great teacher offering lots of one to one help and advise. I went away feeling really inspired. I have no hesitation in recommending this course to those wanting to develop their throwing skills."

31 Jan 18'

Katrina Deering reviewed: Embroidery kits with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Hereford

"Another day of relaxed sewing. Learnt new skills as well as the need to be more patient! The kit was easy to follow and really impressed with the results. Will complete at home with all the information that I would need supplied. Kate"

31 Jan 18'

Chris Mcleod reviewed: Stained Glass and Piqueassiette Mosaics Courses at Blue Sky Mosaics in Aberdeenshire Scotland.

"Ann is an excellent tutor - her courses are always inspiring and an opportunity to meet with other like-minded individuals. She is hands-on and always available to help when inspiration falters! Thoroughly recommended!"

31 Jan 18'

Sian reviewed: Stained glass summer workshop in Hampshire by Stardust Stained Glass

"Really enjoyable course, so pleased with the glass decorations made. Sarah was really encouraging and knowledgeable. Highly recommend."

31 Jan 18'

Kashmira reviewed: The Intermediate Candle Making Workshop

"Extremely knowledgeable. Sakeena is great as a trainer and it's encouraging hearing her story and what she's created."

31 Jan 18'

Deanna reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Really enjoyable and informative day. Feel as though I could confidently make candles at home."

31 Jan 18'

Kara reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Very enjoyable class - very informative and personable class. Thank you for a great course! Gone away knowing I can do it! Thanks"

31 Jan 18'

Monique reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Had a fantastic time, very informative!"

31 Jan 18'

Meena reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Wonderful class. So much information. Had a great morning!"

31 Jan 18'

Shaista reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"This was a fabulous course to candle making. The course leader was engaging, generous with her knowledge and a great teacher! Loved it!"

31 Jan 18'

Sam Willows reviewed: Chainmaille - Helmweave Bracelet

"Fantastic course in a lovely location. Relaxed and enjoyable. Can’t wait to do another!"

31 Jan 18'

Linda Wright reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"Can’t thank Peter and David enough for an amazing introduction to Green Woodworking. Never in my wildest dreams did I really believe we would all be returning with 8 much loved and admired pieces of furniture but thanks to Peter’s patience and excellent teaching methods that’s exactly what happened. We all stayed at the lovely Corner Cottage, just a few yards away from the workshop, and had a weekend to remember. Can’t speak more highly of the course and am now wondering when I could squeeze in one of the five day courses!"

31 Jan 18'

Alison MacColl reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"Great workshop and Kerry was a lovely host/teacher. Everything was very well organised, laid out and relaxed and answered all our questions throughout. I came away knowing great tips/advice like how to burn a candle properly and different types of wax. There was a great selection of fragrances to choose from and I Iove my candle and can't wait to burn it next week."

30 Jan 18'

Kathryn reviewed: Fused glass day course - beginners/intermediate

"I really enjoyed our workshop with Nicky. A lovely day spent learning a new craft, and I was so surprised at what I managed to create in just one day! Nicky provided great support and guidance, and expert assistance where required. I would really recommend her workshop to anyone looking to try a fun new creative craft - you'll be amazed what you can produce!"

30 Jan 18'

Jazmine reviewed: Firebird Forge Blacksmithing School

"Brought as a Christmas present for my boyfriend Callum and we loved every second of it, even if we did get lost. Mort was incredible and helped us both with our different projects. I made a candle holder and Cal made various knives, my favourite being a viking knife. Mort then took us to a lovely little pub for lunch where we had a great chat and Cal was asking about various ways to try and get into the industry and Mort had all the answers. After lunch we then carried on blacksmithing and I was definitely struggling but Callum was loving every second of it. Once we both finished, Mort polished off the candle holder in beeswax and etched one of Callums knives. At this point I was playing with the wellbehaved dogs. As soon as we got in the car to pull away, Cal wanted to go back and he definitely will. What an incredible day! Thank you Mort!"

30 Jan 18'

Ella edwards reviewed: Table Loom Weaving Workshop - Dobby & Rose

"I attended the beginners weaving class today with my mum and we had the best time. Rebecca is a great teacher, she makes you feel relaxed and gives you the space to experiment with the loom. She combines knowledge with enthusiasm to provide a fun morning. I have attended many craft courses over the years and this has to be one of the best."

30 Jan 18'

Ali O’Connor reviewed: Embroidery kits with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Hereford

"Really enjoyed the day, Julie is a talented artist and great teacher. Nice venue and great food. The embroidery kits provided were excellent and great for all levels. I was a beginner and Julie answered all my questions."

30 Jan 18'

Debbie Taylor reviewed: Create a ceramic animal sculpture with Twisted Earth Ceramics at Ilkley Manor Studio

"Hi Richard, I just wanted to drop you a line to thank you for your awesomeness today. I can honestly say I've never been on a course where I felt so chillaxed & supported in achieving the set brief. You need to give yourself a massive pat kind on the back( cow kind of course) for today's sculpture course on how fab the experience was from learners perspective. I feel your enthusiasm in what you do, radiates & projects into your classes, making the whole experience much more rewarding. This infectiousness as left me feeling inspired. Idd love to come back & join you again for a different course later in the year All the best Rich & thanks again"

30 Jan 18'

Andrew Collinson reviewed: Straw skep hive making course - with Bees for Development

"I really enjoyed the course. Lots of good tuition to get you started and making your skep. All the materials were provided in abundance as well as a specialist tool called a fid. These were for us to take away so that we could complete our skep at home. I now have a nearly completed swarm catching skep ready for the swarming season. I also intend making a couple of skeps to keep bees in. Good food and refreshments too and a lovely relaxed atmosphere made this a very enjoyable and productive day. Many thanks to BfD and Nick."

30 Jan 18'

Sue Vincent reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"As complete and utter novices with all things DIY we were a little nervous when we gamely agreed to attend Peter's two day course with a groups of friends. We needn't have feared; both Peter and Dave were unbelievable patient and caring - helping every step of the way and never once deeming a question too silly or irrelevent. We have had a fabulous weekend, full of laughter, fun and even learning a new skill. We would highly recommend the course and we are now the proud owners of two lovely walnut and birch footstools."

30 Jan 18'

Jo Dickens reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"We went on a two day course with friends. A lovely way to learn a new skill, have some fun, relax and forget about the stresses of everyday life and spend time with friends. The course was very well run, in a friendly and informal way. Peter and David got the right balance between instruction and letting us have a go, and we all came home with furniture that we love and are proud of. Full of enthusiasm for our new skills and we would definitely recommend the course to anyone."

30 Jan 18'

Eileen Ashmore reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"An absolutely fantastic day, this is the third one of Michelles that I have been on, so helpful and great tuition, come back every time with new ideas, perfect lunch and the afternoon cakes are to die for. Looking forward to my next day with her."