Latest reviews

10 May 16'

Jeanne Adams reviewed: Introduction to Glass Fusing with Enamels - Full Day Workshop

"A great day, very intensive but very rewarding. I'd love to do it again!"

10 May 16'

Darren Heron reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Very friendly and fun day. Help was there when needed without feeling like your hand was being held constantly. I'd recommend it to anyone if they have ever fancied having a go."

10 May 16'

Matt & Jess reviewed: Blacksmithing for beginners - one day taster

"What a day! Originally bought as a Christmas present for Matt, I soon decided I couldn't pass up the opportunity to have a go, and with Trudi's excellent planning, I was able join just days before the course. I'm so glad I did, and we thoroughly enjoyed! Aaron's knowledge, skills and friendly nature made him the perfect tutor - always on hand if help was needed, but also gave us space to just have a play! I would highly recommend the course - once my family saw the beautiful pieces we'd made, they now can't wait to have a go!"

10 May 16'

John Benson reviewed: Woodturning courses ( beginners and intermediates) in Hampshire, Wiltshire & Dorset

"Recently starting out woodturning I wanted to get some instruction to put me on the right path for what to buy and how to use turning tools, sitting behind a desk for my job have little such knowledge. Andy gave me an excellent days tuition, calm, friendly and very knowledgeable and I was made to feel at ease straight away. His workshop is located in wonderful surroundings and his very well equipped to say the least and we during coffee looking across the beautiful countryside that made the day even more pleasurable. I learnt a great deal and far more than I thought I would need from safety, wood, tools, how to use them and what to buy. I came away with my first turned item/bowl ever and am very excited to get going with my turning and what to buy. Thanks for a great day Andy,I will be back again."

10 May 16'

Andrew Browne reviewed: Wood turning courses in Dorset

"I have recently attended a texturing and design day with Mark because for years I have admired his work, not just with his fantastic turning, but also with his techniques for embellishing his 'works of art' with different textures, colours and materials - his finished items are always impressive. Like me, his inspiration seems to come from nature with the occasional oriental slant! Mark is an excellent tutor, always explaining in the simplest of terms the correct processes to use and breaking them down into simple stages to follow to achieve the highest quality of finish. I learnt a lot in a day and feel that I can now take my turning to another level. I already have a good knowledge of turning, but would like to sometimes add 'a little something else' to the item, and it is always good to have someone else handy to 'bounce' some of my ideas off! Thanks Mark"

9 May 16'

Carolyn reviewed: Silver jewellery Pendant making workshop

"An excellent course and well run by Sarah. Four hours of her tuition and great company made this course good value. I learned a lot and I am so pleased with the silver pendant that I made. Give it a try!"

9 May 16'

Keith Knight reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"This was my second visit to the forge, as I had such a great day out the first time. I had a candle stick project in mind which Alex said was achievable in the one day. We did a lot of forging but the best bit was fire welding which I had always seen done but did not know how the process worked. I was a bit nervous but Alex is a good and patient teacher, and he was happy to answer all my questions, I had a really good and interesting day. I would highly recommend his one day course."

9 May 16'

Emily reviewed: Shoemaking Workshop

"I loved making boots at Greenshoes! It was a great weekend with super friendly and helpful people who guided us through all of the techniques with plenty of tea breaks. I made long pull-on boots which I've been wearing non-stop ever since. It's such a great feeling to be able to say 'thanks, I made them!' when people compliment you on your shoes! I'm hoping to go back and make some summer shoes for when it gets too hot to keep wearing my boots"

9 May 16'

Chris reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Absolutely fantastic! Lovely teacher. Learnt a lot and look forward to putting it all in to practice."

9 May 16'

Sidali (from Algeria) reviewed: The Natural Skin Care Workshop

"I did enjoy the course and all my questions were answered with full details."

8 May 16'

Jane Hatfield reviewed: Upholstery weekly classes

"I loved doing this upholstery course at Badger Upholstery and am now the proud owner of a sumptuous footstool which I love and is admired by everyone who comes to my house. The course took place in the centre of colourful, creative Montpelier and was really easy to find. The studio was well equipped, peaceful, bright and sunny - perfect for learning new skills in a relaxed environment. The teacher, Karen, created a lovely atmosphere for the class - welcoming, warm and friendly at the same time as being productive and focused. Her teaching style was just what I needed - supportive, positive, encouraging and very patient. As students, we all came with varying levels of experience, skills and confidence and Karen was able to adjust her teaching to meet all of our needs - in fact, we all worked on different pieces of furniture and were all thrilled with the results. She also looked after us very well, offering teas, coffees and delicious home made cookies and cakes. I feel like the course equipped me with a huge range of new skills and I would definitely highly recommend this course."

8 May 16'

Helen Gorton reviewed: Needle felting - half day - feather felts

"We had a very relaxed an enjoyable afternoon making felt pictures. Jane explained the techniques well and provided all materials. There was a huge range of merino wool in all colours and it was easy to create a picture in just a few hours. Jane showed us some pieces of work that others had done for inspiration but really all that is needed is your own imagination and a willingness to experiment. Jane offered some guidance but mostly left it to us to develop the felt picture in anyway we liked. As a non arty person I was pleased with my first attempt and would definitely go back to have another go. I would highly recommend this course"

8 May 16'

Nicola Hunter reviewed: Intermediary Glass fusing workshop with Laura Hart of Hart Glass

"We spent 3 brilliant days learning how to cut, grind, colour and fuse glass and made glass pendants and birds for a chandelier. Laura is an excellent teacher, very hands off allowing you to experiment but with advice at key points to ensure you get the result you are looking for. I can't wait for September to do my next project."

8 May 16'

Lucy Allen reviewed: Intermediary Glass fusing workshop with Laura Hart of Hart Glass

"Laura is great. We spent 3 days with her at her studio. We turned up with no experience of glass fusing or in fact any glass work at all, Laura showed us the ropes and helped us to create all the components for a chandelier. It was great fun and Laura was very patient and knowledgeable. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend her. Thanks Laura!"

8 May 16'

Catherine W reviewed: Glass Fusing and Slumping for Beginners and Improvers

"Been going to the classes for over two years now, every time there is something new to learn and lovely people to meet. Janice and Jean are really nice ladies and excellent tutors, love their food and their enthusiasm never wanes, even when we test their patience!! Well worth trying, you'll be surprised at what you can make."

8 May 16'

Mark Frost reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"My wife bought me the course as a Xmas present. Had a really good interesting day with Alex, where I made a snail letter rack. Alex is a first class teacher and happy to answer all the questions I had - highly recommended."

8 May 16'

Andrew reviewed: Wood turning courses

"A proper workshop with a lot of character. George was full focussed on me and quickly understood my capabilities and perhaps potential. I felt that the day was well paced in line with my level of concentration i came away determined to take things further and will most certainly return to George for further tuition. I was a little apprehensive to begin with but was immediately put at ease with a coffee and chat .More than anything it was fun and I came home buzzing with determination and excitement."

8 May 16'

Judy Carter reviewed: Ceramic moon gazing hares

"Fantastic course!! I was there yesterday had a great time and I managed to make a 'Green Man' which I never thought I could achieve. Linda is a lovely lady and patient teacher and she makes delicious cakes. I am definitely going back to have a go at making a Hare. Very highly recommended."

8 May 16'

Jenny reviewed: Wood turning courses

"A very patient man working with a novice kept me safe all the time. Made very welcome by George and his wife Sue. Excellent tuition so much so that I want to go for further lessons."

8 May 16'

Mike reviewed: Wood turning courses

"Thanks very much for the woodturning experience last Friday. It was a very pleasant and relaxed day. I was pleasantly surprised by the bowl I managed to make, and Liz was very pleased with it too!"

7 May 16'

Sheena Hallybone reviewed: Glass blowing morning at Shakspeare Glass

"Awsome workshop today, made some fab pieces of glass, will was on hand the wholetime, talking us through each section. Thoroughly enjoy the whole process. Would definitely go again and recommended to others"

7 May 16'

K Campbell-Legg reviewed: Upholstery and furniture restoration - Weekend course

"The class is really fun - interesting people - a great tutor - and learning a new skill- what could be better. If you've got an old chair that needs some love and attention this is the place to go."

6 May 16'

Sam reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"I Wanted to try a blacksmithing experience, I looked online and found this course. I can highly recommend the course as Chris is a very helpful and a patient teacher and works with you in a step by step manner so you can fully understand the processes and produce two professional pieces of work. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing this is an excellent course to have a go."

5 May 16'

Abida Khan reviewed: Make fabulous felt - needle felting and wet felting techniques to make animals, bags, pictures...

"Spent a wonderful day learning wet felting with Toni. I finished three projects an iPad cover, a picture and the makings for a flower. Toni is warm and friendly and a wonderful teacher. Thank you Toni :)"

5 May 16'

Mike Ferneyhough reviewed: Blacksmithing for Beginners - Full Day Forging for One

"An excellent course and a fantastic day Chris is a skilled blacksmith, a great teacher and made us feel at ease straight away. I booked this as a birthday present for my Dad and when booking Chris suggested I came along as well and we did the course for two - I'm so glad I did ! If you have never done it you should try it there is something elemental and quite amazing about heating up metal and being able to shape and bend it almost like plasticine. We went at a nice relaxed pace Chris demonstrating when each of us taking turns on our own work. We made an artistic leaf shaped keying although you are hitting things with a hammer its quite delicate work. The highlight for me was having a go a fire welding - where you almost melt the metal and the sparks really fly ! I've looked back at the photos while I was doing it and I'm grinning from ear to ear. Definitely Recommended."