Latest reviews

30 Oct 17'

Dr Will Weston reviewed: Two day dry stone walling course for beginners in association with Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain

"Excellent enthusiastic teaching. Good staff to student ratio. Great balance of theory and practical teaching by people passionate about their craft. I could not recommend highly enough. I am now looking forward to carrying out some simple repairs on the walls of the small holding of some friends."

30 Oct 17'

Jessica Podmore reviewed: Creature Collage Workshop

"Tania conducted a mixed media workshop with a variety of students. The workshop proved challenging and exciting for all students involved. Tania provided great instruction and demonstration of technical processes and materials to be used. In addition, Tania encouraged the students to consider their own creative aspirations and worked alongside their personalised ideas. I highly recommend Tania and the expertise she has to share, a highly enjoyable and informative day."

30 Oct 17'

Andie Ayoubi reviewed: Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

"This was my second time one Steve's one day course. Thoroughly recommended, Steve is an excellent teacher and very skilled craftsman who is willing to share his expertise (ie you aren't corralled into doing what teacher wants but are given free reign with great input from him). We all had a great time! Very pleased with my own pieces, one already earmarked as a gift for a good friend. Will definitely be going on the two-day course next year."

30 Oct 17'

Shirley Barefield reviewed: A relaxing day of clay making

"My friend and I spent a lovely day with Trisha. It was great to feel so encouraged to learn and experiment with clay. Trisha is a warm and inspiring teacher and sculptor, and her beautiful home and garden make for a very special day - the food was yummy too! Can't wait to go back and do the glazing."

30 Oct 17'

John H-D reviewed: Learn to Turn in the Dartmoor National Park

"A day of two halves. The morning setting up my grindstone and learning how to sharpen my tools correctly, sharpening my tools and learning about the use if tools - the afternoon turning a socket jig to hold fruit and turning an apple and a pear. A very informative and constructive day. Chris is a very patient man and gave good clear instruction on what to do. Thank you Chris for a most helpful and constructive day."

30 Oct 17'

Corinne Armstrong reviewed: Powertex Decorative Notebook Cover

"A very informative and enjoyable day , my tutor Beverley Brittle is an excellent teacher answering all my questions Her demonstration was very good, I purchased a starter pack, I can’t wait to get started."

30 Oct 17'

Mike Ellwood reviewed: Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

"Have just completed 2 days with Gerald, this has revived my interest in wood carving. Great introduction to the basics now all I need is tools to finish the Owl before Christmas. Excellent teacher, workshop and refreshments."

29 Oct 17'

stefan Thomas reviewed: Oak stool making experience - rustic carpentry & green wood work

"Truly amazing session. Wow! I've no knowledge or skills in traditional wood working and want to learn from Ian who has been highly recommended. I really liked the talked about traditional wood working skills. I would well recommend Ians workshops. 5 star. Amazing. :)"

29 Oct 17'

Sian reviewed: KF Creative Mosaics Workshop with Karen Frosdick – Make a beautiful 30cms mosaic bowl

"I really enjoyed the class and was very pleased with my finished bowl. The tutor was very helpful and encouraging and a real character. I would definitely recommend the class and the venue which felt like a real workshop. I'm really impressed with the range of classes you offer and the quality of tutors you attract. Keep it up."

29 Oct 17'

Olga and David Brown reviewed: Glass fusing class - powders and enamels

"Excellent course for us because we wanted to learn more about the Glassline pens. Taught the basic skills like cutting glass which is always useful to become confident in it. Very educational and a great day."

29 Oct 17'

David Brown reviewed: Jewellery Making Classes

"First part of the course encouraged us to try different techniques to create textures and rolling wire to give us inspiration and skills for the project in silver. My family loved the pendant I made. I am looking forward to other courses Helen might be planning for 2018."

29 Oct 17'

Sherri reviewed: Full day leather craft workshop

"I attended one of Rosanna’s full day leather workshops and had a great day! It was a wonderful hands on class. Rosanna was an encouraging and informative teacher and made the day really enjoyable. I came away with my completed projects of which I am very pleased! Thank you for a fabulous day, I am sure to be back! Sherri"

29 Oct 17'

Sarah reviewed: ‘Winter dream ' wool painting face-to-face textile art course in Worcestershire

"I spent a great day at Magic Wool Studio with Raya Brown learning an amazing technique of wool painting. Wool painting for me was like making a picture with various fibres. I fell in love with this technique. I would like to say thank you to Raya who inspired me so much to create my work. Raya is a talented and patient tutor who gives clear step by step instructions to help her students achieve great results within a day workshop. I would recommend this course to anyone."

29 Oct 17'

Lin Salter reviewed: Needle Felting - 3D Cats

"I thoroughly enjoyed the course. Wendy is an excellent teacher and I really felt that I had learnt a new skill. I intend to go back for other courses."

29 Oct 17'

Katy Thierens reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"What a lovely way to spend a Sunday morning. Kerry welcomed us into her beautiful home and taught us everything we needed to know about candle making. Her knowledge is outstanding and we spent the morning learning about scents, wax, wicks, how to burn candles properly and so much more. Coffee and cake was an added bonus. If you love candles like I do, please go along to Kerry's workshop and make a candle that now only smells good but looks great. I'll be back!"

29 Oct 17'

Keren reviewed: Blacksmithing - one to one - Hammer Skills

"Had a fantastic day with Bob, learnt loads, and would like to thank him for his patience and excellent teaching. I drove home with a big grin, super proud of my curtain rail. It has to be the best birthday present I have ever had."

29 Oct 17'

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

"I’d tried making mosaics previously but my glass cutting was abysmal. It’s so much easier with the right teacher and tools! I’ve done 3 of these days now and each time Matt has been brilliant. He will help you develop a design beforehand if you contact him and I’d recommend doing that as the day feels like it goes very quickly. He brings a lovely selection of glass and you can learn a range of techniques dependant on your chosen project. Careful though, you might get hooked!"

29 Oct 17'

Christine Tait reviewed: Bespoke candle making workshop - Edinburgh

"Had a fabulous informative morning at Kerry's candle making workshop. Learnt lots about candle making technique, scents and how to burn candles properly. Kerry is a fantastic teacher and I would highly recommend this class."

29 Oct 17'

Robyn reviewed: Fairy house workshop - mixed media for house or garden

"Wonderful course!! Would absolutely recommend. Lovely relaxed atmosphere, Lovely resources and a great finished product to bring home. I’d never used powertex before, but sue made it very easy to get the hang of, with lots of guidance but at the same time complete freedom of creativity. Can’t wait to go back for another course ?"

29 Oct 17'

Den belcher reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"An excellent day. Julie is very kind, patient and full of amazing skills and ideas."

29 Oct 17'

Kerry kernan reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"An excellent day. Friendly group, confidence building teaching. I loved every second. One of the best workshops I have ever done."

29 Oct 17'

Deborah Whittaker reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"A wonderful day to spend a day. I look forward to putting my new skills to use. Thanks!"

29 Oct 17'

Karen Olorenshaw reviewed: Machine embroidery - stitch doodling with Julie Brand at Tigley Textiles in Worcester

"A fabulous day showing us how to do free machine embroidery. Julie let us go at our own pace and encouraged us throughout. We all produced beautiful outcomes and the day was an absolute delight. Can't wait to play more!"

29 Oct 17'

Natalie reviewed: KF Creative Mosaics Workshop with Karen Frosdick – Make a beautiful 30cms mosaic bowl

"Very enjoyable, relaxing too. Would consider attending again. Learnt about the craft as well as made a lovely bowl! Able to make own creative, individual bowl. We were encouraged and directed well so we could create our own piece which is‎ unique rather than follow a prescribed pattern. So many different styles were created in the one class. ‎Tutor was fun and informative, time for all. Clear info, all great!"

29 Oct 17'

Rachael Clark reviewed: A one day spoon carving course

"What a wonderful teacher! Sharif was exceptionally patient and encouraging - he coped with our mad family which is no mean feat! We learnt a whole array of skills and I for one cannot wait to get back and fine tune the spoon we made on the day! We are looking into times to come and do the bowl turning next! Cannot recommend Sharif highly enough - thank you!"