Latest reviews

14 May 16'

Julie Wymer reviewed: Improvers Hand Spinning - Next Steps in Hand Spinning - at All in a Spin

"This course is an excellent way of increasing knowledge and learning about new skills and tools available to novice spinners. The technical side of learning about ratios helps your understanding of how to spin for specific projects and the blending of colour and fibres is exciting and inspirational. I would recommend the course to anyone who wants to learn more about spinning and the techniques available to create beautiful spun yarn."

13 May 16'

Sarah Potter reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"With just 4 people on the course, Elaine was able to spend plenty of time with each one of us, sorting out our problems ans setting us back on the right path. We covered everything from how to choose a fleece and what to do with it, through drop spindling before using a spinning wheel. Elaine provided a variety of fibres for us to try out. There really was nothing we weren't taught! A lovely day in a beautiful location."

13 May 16'

Roger Bacon reviewed: Wood turning tuition, New Forest, Hampshire (1 day, 1 person)

"A really good experience , Graham is a very patient teacher, I came away feeling very satisfied with a lovely bowl as a keepsake of my efforts"

13 May 16'

Eugene Kelly reviewed: Container candlemaking course and wax melts with afternoon tea

"If you ever want to spend a day of fun and learning this is it,4 hours flew by and the course and trainers are brilliant,if you are serious or just want to have fun could not think of a better place to be,and the lunch is really good to,eugene"

13 May 16'

Deana Luchia reviewed: One to one photographic tuition London - Online

"Brilliant course. I did it with a friend and there was just the two of us in the workshop which was perfect. I am an absolute beginner and my friend is already quite proficient, but Richard passed on plenty of tips for both of us and got us taking really decent photos of City landmarks. Would definitely recommend to anyone wishing to improve their skills and feel more confident about photography. Richard was very patient, knowledgeable, fun and great at instilling confidence. Beautiful locations too. Overall just a great experience."

12 May 16'

Paul Stacey reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"This was my second visit to see and work with Alex after a really enjoyable first experience, the second visit did not disappoint. I made another matching garden obelisk to match my first visit. Alex is friendly, patient, supportive and allows you to push yourself so you can get what you want out of the day. Also had the bonus of lunch being included. It's a great experience in a great place and its really enjoyable skill and material to work with."

12 May 16'

Sophie C reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Myself and my mother-in-law attended a beginners spinning day with Cathy and Jean this week and it was absolutely fantastic! We both had a wonderful time and had produced our first skein by the end of the day! Cathy and Jean made us so welcome and at ease, it made the whole day fun! It has definitely started something and I can't wait to start practising again! Thank you Cathy and Jean!"

12 May 16'

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

"Thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and seeing everyone's interpretation of similar scenes. Never used these techniques before. So have learnt something new and had a really good day."

12 May 16'

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

"Wonderful workshop. A completely new technique and I will do this again. Thank you so much. Gillian"

12 May 16'

Donovan reviewed: Wood turning courses

"A thoroughly enjoyable and informative day's tuition, please also pass on my thanks to your wife for lunch and refreshments; plus to top off an excellent day out I've come away with a very nice bowl."

12 May 16'

Kate reviewed: Seaweed Foraging Goodwick, Pembrokeshire

"A throughly enjoyable and enthralling day with Jade and a delicious feast for lunch. I am now full of enthusiasm for foraging and learning more about wild food and medicine. The whole day was an experience not to be forgotten - I would recommend this course to anyone."

12 May 16'

jessica benstead reviewed: Amazing encaustic art day course

"Spent the day with Phil, and I thoroughly enjoyed it, I've never done anything like this before and he was really encouraging and explained things well. He has a great sense of humour and in a really lovely village. I was amazed how many techniques and styles can come out of an iron and wax and I am really impressed with everything I created, I loved that if you did something wrong you could start again so easily or go over it and do something else. He let me be creative we went down the route of things I liked the look of and he showed me some fantastic techniques to try another time. Would highly recommend as something fun to do, I didn't get messy and I didn't burn myself! I will be back for more without a doubt!"

11 May 16'

Helen Barker reviewed: Needle felting course with FURZIE at Trumpet Corner Tea Rooms, Ledbury, Herefordshire

"I really enjoyed my day. Michelle was an excellent teacher and created a very relaxed atmosphere. It is great to be able to complete (nearly) a whole project in a day and have something worthwhile to take home. I would thoroughly recommend the course."

11 May 16'

Kate White reviewed: Willow Piglet workshop

"Great day, clear instruction and encouragement and we all went home with recognisable piglets! One improvement would be a bit of pre course information such as saying that the venue might be on the cooler side (as it needs to be to work with the willow etc), so bring a few extra layers."

11 May 16'

Rosie Adams reviewed: Needle felting - half day - feather felts

"A very well prepared and presented day course which I really enjoyed. I managed to complete two very different pictures and tried out different skills. Finished the day with very positive feelings and intend to attend another session. I have no hesitation in recommending this course to others."

11 May 16'

Ruth Ara reviewed: Realistic and Adorable Needle Felt Animals & Pets

"Taking this course we had a thoroughly lovely, relaxing but productive day. Sophie was very knowledgeable, helpful and kind so all course members finished the day with an animal to be proud of! If you are interested in craft I would definitely recommend this course. I would love to do it again!!"

11 May 16'

Jennie Plant reviewed: Beginners Fused Glass Workshop - Light Catchers and Jewellery Making - at MADE IN HERTS STUDIOS

"I thought the actual course was excellent, I really enjoyed the instruction from Lynn, the way she ran it and the flexibility she provided in terms of design. I would have rated it excellent but unfortunately when I went to collect my items, they weren't all ready (the fixings hadn't been attached and they didn't have the supplies to do them then). They very kindly said they would post them to me but I still haven't received anything since the course."

11 May 16'

anita and william roberts reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"My son and I had a wonderful day with Nigel at the Forge, including two nights in the shepherds huts on what proved to be a snowy spring weekend. As a girl raised in the sexist days of the 50's and 60's I had no experience at all of metalwork and was a little nervous of what to expect. Nigel was interesting and knowledgable, willing to stand back or step in as needed. Having expected that we would observe much and participate a little we were thrilled to discover that once Nigel had demonstrated a technique we were able to practise skills with a considerable level of independence and to produce objects of our own. We came away very aware of the level of skill Nigel has in producing beautiful ironwork and with our own less than perfect, but proudly produced, pokers, shovels, metal leaves and a small dish. Nigel's flute playing was relaxing and fun and he made four children very welcome to watch and listen for part of the day. This day was a Christmas gift that was greatly appreciated - an all-round good experience."

11 May 16'

Jennifer reviewed: One day leather work course - small leather goods

"I booked on to the one-day course and made a fabulous notebook holder. Jason was so knowledgeable and gave us lots of his tips and tricks to enable everyone in the group to take these away and practise at home. I've now bought the tools to make up my own leather tool kit. Everyone in the group had an amazing day.....Lunch at the café was delicious and the endless cups of tea and coffee were fantastic......just what we all needed as we didn't stop nattering! I'd highly recommend this course to anyone. A huge thank you Jason and Louise for a truly enjoyable day."

11 May 16'

Anon reviewed: Breadmaking

"Very hands on. Well explained. Lovely ingredients. Excellent course tutor."

11 May 16'

Anon reviewed: Breadmaking

"Working with an enthusiastic teacher with like minded people."

11 May 16'

Anon reviewed: Breadmaking

"Best bit was learning how to make a variety of breads (and of course eating them)."

11 May 16'

Anon reviewed: Breadmaking

"All good. Atmosphere, good teaching, interactive aspect, a v. enjoyable day."

11 May 16'

Marilyn reviewed: Green Man Ceramic wall sculpture

"What a lovely day! Once we'd managed to find Linda's house ( tricky even with sat nav!), we were given a warm welcome and an opportunity to look at her amazing art creations! The room we worked in had good light and Linda had everything well organised. She's a brilliant teacher, giving us clear step by step instructions and lots of positive feedback. We were all really pleased with what we were able to achieve under her guidance, and can't wait to see our green men again, after glazing. Thank you Linda. Marilyn, Lynne and Rowena"

10 May 16'

Will Birrell reviewed: Introduction to traditional green wood turning course

"Highly recommended!! I have just spent a most enjoyable, informative and satisfying day attending the 1 day beginners pole lathe course. Simon is an extreemly knowledgeable and engaging tutor whose patience and concise direction allowed the day to fly by. The day was also complimented by good tea ,anecdotes and Simons enthusiasm for his craft and the surrounding countryside. With Simons guidance I produced a dibber and some hazel flowers ( after a number of hazel weeds!!!!!) but I was really chuffed to produce a captured ring - great feeling of satisfaction. The day was filled not only with practical tuition on the lathe but great information on health and safety, tools, timber and finishing. All said and done a great day - but don't take my word go and find out for yourselves - you won't regret it."