Latest reviews

28 Jul 16'

Farouk Okhai reviewed: Furniture making SKILLS WEEK - Essential cabinetmaking hand skills - 5 days in East Sussex

"Well thought out. A good pace. Excellent venue. Beautifully laid out classroom. Good workbench. Very good explanations about tools and the different brands."

28 Jul 16'

Russell Smith reviewed: Furniture making SKILLS WEEK - Essential cabinetmaking hand skills - 5 days in East Sussex

"The course was taught at the right pace and the tuition was very good."

28 Jul 16'

Kate Beckett reviewed: Pembrokeshire Maddie Janes Mosaic

"Maddie provided an excellent introduction to mosaic in her beatiful studio near St Davids. She invited me to work on a small piece first using a relatively simple technique and then to try a bigger project of my own choosing. Her light and spacious studio is brimming with a huge variety of materials in every colour, shape and form and with the equipment needed to shape them to fit your design. She is attentive, informative and encouraging; adapting her teaching to the individuals skills and needs. Being surrounded by her own varied mosaics and beautiful Pembrokeshire countryside provided inspiration and peace to work in. Overall I had a fantastic day, came away with some nice pieces and lots of ideas. Materials, tea and coffee were all included so it was also very good value for money. I will definitely go again."

27 Jul 16'

Sue Hanna reviewed: Pembrokeshire Maddie Janes Mosaic

"We decided to opt for an alternative birthday party for our 7 year old daughter and her friends. Maddie came highly recommended by a friend and needless to say we were not disappointed, as a matter of fact everyone who attended -both children and parents - had a fabulous time. We were particularly impressed by Maddie's ability to work with each and every individual child at their own pace, making sure that everyone went home with at least a couple of beautiful mosaic creations which I am sure they will cherish and will provide a wonderful reminder of a memorable day! Thank you Maddie!"

27 Jul 16'

Karen Barringer reviewed: Patchwork and Quilting City & Guilds Level 2

"After completing level one with Bev. I had fell in love with the challenge of learning to quilt both the technical and design elements and was truly inspired to continue on and achieve level two. I am just about to finish year one of the level two course. As always Bevs sessions have been well organised, encouraging, thought provoking and a pleasure to attend. I would recommend Bev as a tutor to anyone wishing to learn the basics of quilting or wishing to move into the more complicated design / tech arena. Bev certainly knows her stuff and I look forward to next years challenges."

27 Jul 16'

Tom Bartlett reviewed: Spoon carving (Two Day)

"Two very enjoyable days learning spoon carving. Martin is a great teacher, very patient and enthusiastic. Put on a good lunch with plenty of tea and biscuits. The course has given me a really good grounding in the basics of carving, I started as soon as I got home! Thoroughly recommended."

27 Jul 16'

Emma Hobbs reviewed: Two day stained glass workshop including glass painting

"We recently took part in a two day lead light course, the company and its owner Nick are professional and excellent to deal with. The course is to a very high standard and we were extremely impressed by the service and quality."

27 Jul 16'

Sue Allatt reviewed: Needle felting - half day - feather felts

"Just spent an exciting morning with Jane learning the beginnings of felting. Jane is an excellent teacher and I loved every minute and also the picture I made. Will definitely attend another of Jane's workshops."

27 Jul 16'

Kim Barrett reviewed: A One-day Feltmaking Course to Make a Fabulous Felt Hat in the Beautiful Forest of Dean.

"Wonderful fun with Christine, excellent teacher, and great product (hat) to take home at the end of the day. I'm now addicted! Kim Barrett"

27 Jul 16'

Annie Tyhurst reviewed: A One-day Feltmaking Course to Make a Fabulous Felt Hat in the Beautiful Forest of Dean.

"Beautiful way to spend a day - felting, lovely food, and wonderful company. Annie Tyhurst"

27 Jul 16'

Vivianne Ancliff reviewed: Lampwork Beadmaking Full Day Introduction For One

"My mother and I attended the one day course. Being complete beginners we needed all the help and advice that we were given, but we were soon making some wonderful beads. Ruth and Andy are wonderful teachers and very patient when things were not going right! but we got there in the end. I am all fired up to get producing on my own, if only I can find somewhere safe and quiet to work. A very good fun day and excellent value for money. Plus a delicious homemade lunch ;)"

27 Jul 16'

Clare Harvey reviewed: A one day felt making course designing and making your own pair of cosy slippers. in the Forest of Dean

"Felting courses with Christine Waygood are such great fun. Not only is Chris a fount of knowledge when it comes to every aspect of felt-making but there are simply no limits to her creativity. I always come away feeling really inspired, buzzing with new ideas and looking forward to my next visit. Clare"

27 Jul 16'

Pat Dew reviewed: Fused glass taster (afternoon)

"I had my first go at fused glass and it was thoroughly enjoyable I can't believe how much we did in a relatively short time but there was no sense of rush or being hurried along. I really enjoyed choosing different colours and textures and can't wait to see the final results. Gen was excellent, very knowledgeable and encouraging.I would highly recommend this course and a great way to spend some time with a group of friends."

27 Jul 16'

Sally Scanlon reviewed: A one day felt making course designing and making your own pair of cosy slippers. in the Forest of Dean

"I have now attended 3 of Christine's feltmaking courses and have enjoyed them very much. She is a great teacher who loves what she is doing. The workshop is in a very beautiful part of the countryside and it is lovely to escape for a day of creativity. There is a wide choice of materials to use and I have been thrilled with the the things that I have made. I am looking forward to the next course. Sally Scanlon"

27 Jul 16'

Lindy Lloyd Evans reviewed: Inspirational Feltmaking using 3d techniques to make toys, jewellery and decorations in the Forest of Dean.

"I couldn't believe I could achieve something I was so pleased with in just one day. I've never felted before! Lindy Lloyd Evans"

27 Jul 16'

Mandy Fish reviewed: Inspirational Feltmaking using 3d techniques to make toys, jewellery and decorations in the Forest of Dean.

"Great Fun! Was really pleased with what I produced. Mandy Fish"

27 Jul 16'

Nok Masasri reviewed: Inspirational Feltmaking using 3d techniques to make toys, jewellery and decorations in the Forest of Dean.

"I really enjoyed the day I spent with you making a felt bird and flower. The colours we used were beautiful and we had great fun. Thank you Nok Marasri"

27 Jul 16'

Sue Hopkins reviewed: Flamework (Lampwork) - Making glass beads for beginners

"And I thought I was the most uncreative person in the world! However, the results from my wonderful afternoon with Toni were very impressive. That wasn't all down to me as Toni is a most competent teacher who was so encouraging and engaging that I couldn't fail to produce some lovely beads. The lesson was extremely well structured and it was very good to experience improvement as the lesson progressed. We started by making a simple bead and then moving through stages of making different shapes and patterns. In the end I felt that I really achieved something worthwhile both in the practical sense and also having a great time. Also, health and safety was taken very seriously. I can't wait to see my beads! Thank you, Toni!"

27 Jul 16'

Veronica Evans reviewed: Indigo dyeing & shibori

"I thoroughly enjoyed this course. It was very well run, everything we needed was supplied and our course tutor, Cath Lewis was an inspiring teacher. I had purchased some silk for dyeing but Suzi had brought silk, linen, cotton and wool and we tried them all. Cath actually taught us how to make an Indigo vat, not just how to use one and, after she had demonstrated lots of different tying techniques, allowed us to develop our own special interests. We all ended up with favourite materials and tried inventing our own patterns. The food was lovely, and our hostess even very kindly made gluten-free meals for me. All in all, it was brilliant. I thought it was a bit pricey at first, but looking back I got very good value for my money and I am very glad I did it. I would definitely encourage others to have a go. I am still dyeing, with indigo and now with Procion dyes as well, Cath opened a door for me and I am immensely grateful."

26 Jul 16'

Fran Law reviewed: Make a beautiful felt bag in The Forest Of Dean

"Great day Christine, thank you for lovely hospitality nice food. Chuffed with my two pieces of handmade felt. I will be back. Xxx"

26 Jul 16'

Piet Snyman reviewed: Firebird Forge Blacksmithing School

"I always wanted to do this, but never knew how much fun and hard work it would be. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and will be back for more. Mort is an excellent teacher and made sure that you get sufficient opportunity to practice and improve over the course of the day, but also have time to listen to his stories and have a laugh. I had a basic idea of what I wanted to make, but with Mort's knowledge it soon turned into something more special, but also challenging. At the end of the day I really felt I achieved something. I will definitely recommend this!"

26 Jul 16'

Nicola Hazleton reviewed: Millinery evening class (monthly) at Inkberrow Design Centre

"Created a button headpiece. Excellent tuition through out. Would recommended to anyone who wants to make a button it fascinator for a special occasion."

26 Jul 16'

Novvy Allen reviewed: Make a beautiful felt bag in The Forest Of Dean

"I really enjoyed your felt-making session last week. It’s a process I’ve not had the opportunity to try before and I didn’t expect to complete a whole item, I’m really pleased with it. Please keep me on your mailing list for future sessions."

26 Jul 16'

Susan reviewed: Stonecarving Weekend, Gloucestershire Cotswolds

"I really enjoyed this informal and well taught weekend course, it was relaxed and I am so proud of my sculpture"

26 Jul 16'

Lyn Musgrove reviewed: Fused glass taster (afternoon)

"Fantastic morning .I am not particularly arty but have really enjoyed having fun making 3 pieces of glass artwork.It was amazing what I achieved with a bit of help. I can,t imagine how anyone would not enjoy themselves and have already told friends about it."