Latest reviews

12 Jun 16'

Debbie Hodges reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"I thoroughly recommend this day course if you are interested in learning basket making. Julie is an excellent tutor - she has years of experience and is patient and thorough. The classes are kept small to allow plenty of one to one guidance and assistance, and although there is a lot to pack into the day, it isn't rushed and I learnt so much. The added bonus is that you get to make your very own basket to take home at the end of the day, with all the materials supplied. The homemade cakes were delicious too!"

11 Jun 16'

Su Parker reviewed: Online textile surface pattern design workshop

"As a complete beginner I spent a thoroughly enjoyable day with Deb, who was both knowledgable and encouraging. We looked at the elements of good textile design through existing design examples. This was followed by creating my own design based on plants found in the garden, which was eventually transferred into print. It's given me plenty of ideas and I'm now looking forward to furthering my experience of design and printing. Thank you Deb!"

10 Jun 16'

Charlotte Mayhew reviewed: Two day leather work course - bag making

"I had such a great time on this course. I learnt so much and Jason was incredibly generous with all his knowledge and went out of his way to answer all my questions, even the ones i hadn't yet verbalised! The company and setting was perfect, lunch was great and i had 100% satisfaction walking away with my new skills and bag that i had made. Thank you"

10 Jun 16'

Ann Gray reviewed: 2 Online Felt Picture Courses - Summer Storm & Raindrops on Roses

"It's a long time since I enjoyed a day as much as the Bridget's felt making workshop. She is a great host and teacher. We had the lot - from individual guidance, to fascinating snippets about the history of felt making, to loads of information about how Bridget has developed her felt picture making skills - all to help us produce a felt picture we could be proud of. She created a warm, friendly atmosphere in which the 9 hours we spent working on our pictures flew by. I particularly welcomed her skill in analysing the photos and images we brought with us to base our felt pictures on. Her guidance enabled us build layers that would produce a good felted image. Inspirational - I've already booked on a two day masterclass and I'm looking forward to working on some small felt pictures at home."

9 Jun 16'

Helen Watkin reviewed: Candle making workshops

"Angharad provided a wonderful day course in candle making at her lovely home set in the beautiful Welsh countryside. The course allowed us to explore several candle making techniques using different materials in her comfortable workshop. As there was just the two of us Angharad was able to devote a lot of time and we enjoyed the hands-on nature of this course, coming away with a lovely collection of candles and the enthusiasm to use skills learnt to make a few more at home. We would like to thank Angharad for her informative and knowledgeable approach along with great amounts of enthusiasm for making this such a great day. Thank you."

9 Jun 16'

Vicky reviewed: Basic to advanced knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"Thankyou Ann for helping me build the skills to begin a crochet granny square blanket, I would definitely recommend you to anyone looking to learn how to crochet and build the confidence to continue independently. The vintage tea rooms are also lovely and an ideal location for this workshop. Thankyou xx"

9 Jun 16'

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

"What a lovely course. We were made so welcome and the teaching was excellent keeping to each persons individual pace and needs. we came away with lovely pictures and more importantly the skills to continue to paint in felt independently if we wished. Thank you."

8 Jun 16'

Jane East reviewed: Fused Glass Making Evening Classes

"After an evening talk at WI several of us attended a workshop which was great fun & from there I am now on my 2nd 6 week course. The subject is very absorbing, the workshop offers good conditions & Liz is extremely helpful but also gives confidence to those of us who feel inadequate! I haven't felt so enthusiastic about something for a long time, mostly thanks to Liz & her knowledge."

8 Jun 16'

Sadia reviewed: Basic to advanced knitting workshops in Leeds City Centre

"My daughter and I had a lovely afternoon learning to crochet for the first time. My ten year old picked up the basic techniques really quickly and although we didn't finish the toy hammock we started at the session -we managed to continue and finish it off at home (thanks to the written notes provided by Ann). It was a great starting point and gave us the encouragement to continue with further developing our crochet skills. Thank you Ann !"

8 Jun 16'

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

"This was the second course I have completed and can highly recommend it, I look forward to the next one. Adrian and Andy run an informative, hands on, yet relaxed course perfect for novices like myself. Debbie's lunch and treats were delicious too! Thanks again."

8 Jun 16'

Geoff Thompson reviewed: Wood turning courses in the Midlands

"This was a gift from my wife for a one to one days tuition with Mark. I had no experience of woodturning despite being a Carpenter for the last 35 plus years so was somewhat apprehensive regards the day. Having spoke to Mark in order to book the date I already felt more at ease and was looking forward to the day. Butties in hand and the big tool box left behind the day was far more enjoyable and informative than I would have imagined. Marks tuition was tuned to my ability and interest and I felt comfortable at all times. This was a first class experience and Mark is an excellent tutor and his personality helps to make the day."

8 Jun 16'

Dr Brad Kirkland reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"I came on the beginner's course to get a taste for it because I research fourteenth century armour smiths. Adrian & co. were fantastic the entire time each time I've been out, and now I've made my own tools and am hoping that someone will not be able to make it to a future booked course so that I can take their spot. The first course introduced some basics and gave me the chance to make some gifts for family back home. By the second course I felt a lot more confident in what I was doing, but they still were right there with help and direction whenever it was needed. And of course there's Debbie's excellent food that everyone raves about in these reviews."

8 Jun 16'

Sivi reviewed: Two day leather work course - bag making

"The course was well worth the 6 hours drive to get up from London. I found that I felt really comfortable asking questions as you were really patient throughout. This was despite me going off book on design and needing a little more help to finish the bag in the two days."

8 Jun 16'

Avanthi Selvaratnam reviewed: Two day leather work course - bag making

"As a teacher your guidance and knowledge really allowed us to plan a functional and personalised bag that was achievable in the 2 days. It was such an eye-opening and life changing experience in a beautiful setting. What a lovely way to spend a summers weekend!"

8 Jun 16'

Dax Hewitt reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"This was the third course I have done with Adrian, Andy and Debbie. It's a full day starting with a brew and biscuits then after the safety briefing and a demo by Adrian it's time to put the steel in the fire and start hammering. Each step is demonstrated by Adrian and both Andy and Adrian are constantly on hand to point you in to the right direction. At lunchtime Debbie puts a great spread on of very tasty food but be warned, there is a lot of it. After lunch it's back to the fire and hammers then at finish time it's a hot or cold drink with a large slice of cake. This course was the tool making course, a pair of tongs and a couple of punches. What was particularly good was making the punch then using it to punch the rivet hole in the tongs. It is really satisfying to use a tool that you have made from scratch to make a more advanced tool. After 3 courses I have the tools and enough knowledge to make more tools and go on to make other items too. Thank you Adrian, Debbie and Andy. I will be back next year."

8 Jun 16'

Graham Barnard reviewed: Furniture Making - Cabinetmaking Fundamentals in East Sussex

"Open and friendly instruction, well structured and extremely well organised."

8 Jun 16'

Mary Fox reviewed: Beginners Hand spinning - 'From fleece to fibre’ - at All in a Spin

"Thank you Dunja for a truly inspiring day and for sharing your knowledge. From a beginner's point of view, it was a considerable achievement to be able to come home with a skein of spun wool, even though it clearly illustrates that there is much room for improvement! Your patience was greatly appreciated and it was lovely to meet you."

8 Jun 16'

Matt reviewed: Blacksmithing one-to-one North West UK

"Fantastic course with Colin, had a great day full of really good advice and guidance. Colin is a great instructor who shows clearly what needs to be done but then allows you to have a go and only stepping in when it's going a little pear shaped. This is the way practical courses should be run. Copious amounts of tea/coffee are on tap and the whole atmosphere is relaxed. I would recommend this to anyone and have done! It's amazing what you can make in one day on a forge. Fantastic, thanks Colin, we will be back. Matt and Matt"

7 Jun 16'

sandy flores reviewed: Taster Sessions - Fused Glass

"Thoroughly enjoyable. Course instructor was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Felt I achieved something and actually made a couple of items which turned out really well"

7 Jun 16'

Will Lepper reviewed: Woodturning in Devon with Colin Simpson

"I was given a 1 day course for my 60th Birthday, colin was very easy to get on with and explained how to do things in simple steps, as a beginner i managed to produce 3 pieces!! my wife and daughter were very impressed. I would love to do more but will need more lessons to learn how to hold tools correctly without having to check, as I was taught so many different types of cut using a variety of tools. Well worth the cost and effort, a great day I would recommend it to anyone very satisfying great fun Lovely day, if you can do it you will not regret it."

7 Jun 16'

Sylvia Zair reviewed: Wet felting with Virginia

"I attended this course a couple of weeks ago. Virginia was an excellent Tutor - she gave clear demos / explanations, and all materials required were provided. A relaxed atmosphere added to the mix and greatly helped my first introduction to the art of wet felting, and warm hospitality on top made this a thoroughly enjoyable and worthwhile experience. I completed my picture, and came away with a lovely sense of achievement as well as a set of instructions which will be invaluable as I try another one at home. I heartily recommend this course to others who may be wanting a new avenue for their creativity."

7 Jun 16'

Rebecca reviewed: Ceramic workshops for all in Accrington - Weekly sessions

"Such a wonderful experience from start to finish! Was made to feel so comfortable, enjoy something new, meet the amazing Marion, and watch your creations come to life! Would highly recommend for those totally new to pottery and glaze, or even those more experienced; You will not be left disappointed."

7 Jun 16'

Orla reviewed: Mindful Mosaic workshops with Dionne Ible - Bedfordshire

"I attended Dionne's mosaic workshop last weekend. I had a great time. She had a fantastic selection of materials and is lovely to work with. I love love my mosaic and was really inspired by her artwork and the creativity of the other people in the workshop. I would highly recommend the workshop."

7 Jun 16'

Andy & Sue reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"We highly recommend this day course with Julie. Excellent tuition with extremely useful tips and information, delicious home made cakes, friendly, relaxed atmosphere and baskets to take home that we were very proud of. Very pleased to have taken the decision to book this."

6 Jun 16'

Julie Cole reviewed: Basket making in Norfolk

"What an excellent tutor Julie is! Patient, friendly and extremely knowledgeable about her craft and best of all, Julie wants to share her knowledge with her students. A well run and wholly absorbing course with the bonus that you take home your very own hand crafted basket at the end of the day. I cannot recommend this course any higher, a first class introduction to English basket making."