Latest reviews

3 Jul 16'

Chloe reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"What a fantastic afternoon we had! A lovely introduction to a new craft for us all, we never realised how therapeutic it would be! Sallyanne is happy to answer any question you may have! At the end of the afternoon we were all proud of our achievements and hooked with the willow weaving bug! Highly recommended!"

3 Jul 16'

Lynne Hartley reviewed: Introduction to silver jewellery making workshop with Diane Lee

"Just back from THE most amazing day here! On arrival we were in awe of the studio. It's a well stocked aladins cave and I felt like a kid in a sweet shop. There were five of us in the workshop, and we all hit it off straight away, with one another and Diane. Diane is a lovely, friendly and welcoming lady, with an amazing talent. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable in her craft, but she can teach those skills to a bunch of novices and ensure that they take home stunning pieces of their very own handcrafted metal work jewellery. Can't wait for more dates as I'm definitely booking a return visit!"

3 Jul 16'

Jane Cook reviewed: Art & Craft Days - Make a Willow Basket in a Day

"Excellent course - tuition, venue, refreshments were all marvellous!"

3 Jul 16'

Raechyl reviewed: Plaster mould making for slip cast ceramics with Ed Bentley

"Ed solved every problem I threw at him. He had plenty of handy tips and tricks for mould making which I can't wait to put into action. Ed's a great teacher and a great guy who clearly has a passion for his craft. I'd highly recommend the course to anybody who had an interest in mould making :)"

3 Jul 16'

Rebecca Lloyd reviewed: Introduction to silver jewellery making workshop with Diane Lee

"Brilliant class - couldn't have asked for better! 4 of us in the class and by the end, we were laughing and joking like we'd know each other all our lives. It was such a lovely atmosphere :) I'm a bit of a wuss when it comes to sawing/drilling (basically using anything that could potentially hurt me if things went awry!) but thanks to the support and expert guidance from Diane, by the end I was happily sawing and drilling away with the rest (and gazing lovingly at my new rings and earrings!) It was a fantastic day and I would honestly recommend it to anyone :) Thanks Diane, it was well worth the long trip ;D"

3 Jul 16'

alison reviewed: Felted Purse Workshop

"The course leader is a good teacher, she knows her craft. All materials etc were provided and enough time was given to make the purse. Am very pleased with my end product."

3 Jul 16'

Claire Peachment reviewed: Introductory course covering wet felting and Nuno techniques in the beautiful Forest of Dean

"Chris is a very experienced and talented teacher who makes the day fun and enjoyable. She has a natural warmth and passion for textiles which comes across in her teaching, encouraging and showing the various applications of wool to create stunning results. I would recommend booking one of her courses and creating something beautiful and unique."

2 Jul 16'

Marion Parsons reviewed: Autentico Basic Chalk Paint Workshop - Hailsham, East Sussex

"I thoroughly enjoyed my time on this course and would actively recommend this to anybody interested in crafts/painting/art. Pete and Stella made me feel so welcome and relaxed throughout my time on the course and I will definitely be going back!"

2 Jul 16'

Kate Read reviewed: Product Photography & Styling E-course for people who make & sell lovely things

"I barely knew how to use my lovely camera before I did this course! It was amazing and so much fun. Everything was so well explained with great lessons so that nothing seemed too technical or overwhelming. Lyndsey is such a lovely teacher and gave so much help and feedback. I have a much better understanding of light now and how to manipulate it to create a lovely photo. I am so happy I did this course and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to improve their photography skills."

2 Jul 16'

Lesley reviewed: Glass Art - two day course in stained glass (traditional leaded or copper foil "Tiffany" technique)

"I have just completed a 2 day workshop for copper foiled stained glass. I had no experience whatsoever in glass work, but with Matts patience, guidance and encouragement, in a very relaxed atmosphere, I came home with a stained glass panel that I was proud of. I would recommend this course to beginners and improvers, and I shall be going back to try out another of the courses. Thanks Matt for a great couple of days."

2 Jul 16'

Claire reviewed: Handspinning workshop

"Diane was very welcoming and helpful. I took my own wheel and received help in getting to understand the tension. Was even given a new drive band. Extremely good value. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to understand more about spinning."

1 Jul 16'

Carly reviewed: Leather Mask Making

"I would highly recomend this course, firstly the setting was sooo beautiful. The instructors were so lovely and knowledgeable, I learned lots of skills including how to mould, cut and dye leather to make a mask I was really pleased with. I was also given worksheets and lots of advice on how I could easily repeat what I had learnt at home, and was able to buy all the tools and leather I needed too. Cant wait to do another course there again soon."

1 Jul 16'

Ian Walton reviewed: Intermediate woodworking course

"I have just completed the Intermediate Woodworking Course, which was really excellent. I already had some woodworking and diy experience, but thanks to Ciarán's skilful teaching, patient guidance, and advice on related topics such as sharpening and tool selection, I feel I have made significant progress over the 10 weeks of the course. The small class size, together with the convivial atmosphere and Ciarán's knowledge of, and passion for, all things involving wood made the sessions thoroughly enjoyable. It is a fast paced course but that's part of the fun - total immersion which means that you will learn lots. I will watch out for more of Ciarán's courses and I have no hesitation recommending this one. A truly excellent course."

1 Jul 16'

Tony and Caroline reviewed: Blacksmithing one-to-one North West UK

"We had a fantastic day with Colin. He is a great teacher - shows you all you need to know and lets you really get into it, just helping out where needed. Very informative and relaxed, we're very proud of the items we made! What an amazing experience."

30 Jun 16'

Jane reviewed: Handspinning workshop

"Great day, Diane is very helpful and patient. Her helpers even modified my spinning wheel. Highly recommended."

30 Jun 16'

Sarah Barber reviewed: Introduction to Spoon Carving

"I have always wanted to whittle and after researching into what was on offer, I found Chris' course. What can I say - it was so great from start to finish. From the surroundings, to the lunch and afternoon tea and most importantly to Chris' instruction and guidance. Chris certainly knows his stuff and his love for the craft of woodworking certainly shines through and makes the day whizz past, and he gives you the enthusiasm to carry on and learn more about whittling and woodcraft. I would highly recommend this days course, and is great value for money for what you get. And I ended up with a spoon made by on own fair hand, of which I am extremely proud."

30 Jun 16'

g.eylers reviewed: Candle making workshops

"We took a small group of year 7-8 students to learn the art of candle making. During the planning stages of this expedition Angharad had helpfully supplied us with advice and put together a comprehensive package. Angharad's warm welcome instantly created a relaxed atmosphere and children and adults learnt a great deal about the raw materials and production. It was a brilliant hands-on experience, which involved a lot of pouring, moulding and rolling of wax. The activities were short and varied and kept the children interested and involved. At the end, they had all produced three different candles to take home. We were all very proud of our handiwork! Angharad was calm, competent and friendly and our day out was a huge success. Children and staff alike had a fabulous time and we would highly recommend this workshop to young and old!"

30 Jun 16'

Stella Boothman reviewed: Landscapes in Fleece

"Spent a lovely day with the very knowledgeable SallyAnne. I booked a one to one course as I was keen to learn lots of different techniques and methods. I learnt so much, SallyAnne is a very patient, organised and encouraging teacher, with an enthusiasm and motivation to share her skills and knowledge. I felt relaxed and enjoyed every minute of this day. I would definitely recommend attending any of her courses, I will definitely be back for more. Thank you so much."

29 Jun 16'

stacey and Steve reviewed: Wedding/Civil Partnership Ring making workshop - Sterling Silver

"We had a wonderful day with Sarah making our wedding rings. A cute little workshop in her garden. Sarah is very friendly, professional and super talented! We had so much fun making our rings and everyone made comment on how much of a personal and awesome thing to do. We also had Sarah capture our wedding day. Highly recommended, x"

29 Jun 16'

Helen Hallows reviewed: Product Photography & Styling E-course for people who make & sell lovely things

"I loved Lyndsey's five week online photography and styling course. It gave me the confidence I needed to use my digital camera for product shoots and some great ideas and professional tips for styling my product and developing my brand. Since I did the course, I've been able to develop the workshop side of my business and create all my own marketing with the photography skills I learnt."

29 Jun 16'

Lizzy Chambers reviewed: Product Photography & Styling E-course for people who make & sell lovely things

"I have just completed the January 2016 course and it has been worth it. I had owned my own camera for over a year but didn't know with it, so I would only using my phone camera as it felt safe. Six months of support and neutering with Lyndsey in the chat room has brought me a long way. Her course covers everything from how to create your brand through your photos, knowing your customers, how to use your camera, build sets, shoot on location, using natural light and how to create expensive looking professional photos with easy home made equipment (except for the camera and tripod part!). I feel more confident in my photography and I'm planning and photographing my next photo-shoot myself!"

29 Jun 16'

Nancy reviewed: One day leather bag making workshop

"Fantastic afternoon learning a new skill on your own or as a group. The product actually looks really good and I am proud to show off. Rosanna was a calm and patient teacher. I am definitely going to buy the tools to make these for friends and family."

29 Jun 16'

Gemma Hutchinson reviewed: Capturing pretty Flat Lay photos - perfect for Instagram and Product Photography

"I did Lindsey's five-week online course and couldn't resist spending a day learning some photo skills in person. It was an inspiring day in a stunning location. I came away with the creative boost I needed and some gorgeous photos to boot."

29 Jun 16'

Juliette Scott reviewed: Product Photography & Styling E-course for people who make & sell lovely things

"I have just completed this truly amazing course. I signed up back in January and it has been such a pleasurable six months working through the tasks and assignments, reading the incredibly useful information, and watching the online tutorials. I had no idea that so much could be achieved with natural light and I loved learning all the 'tricks of the trade'. I am excited to put what I have learnt into practice. I felt that the course was good value for money as Lyndsay was so generous with sharing her knowledge. I am sad that the course is now over but utterly delighted to have worked through it."

29 Jun 16'

Katherine Mardle reviewed: One day leather bag making workshop

"This course was excellent. I'd strongly recommend it if you want to have some fun and feel rewarded whilst making something with leather, which actually looks pretty good as a finished product (I was proud of mine, even though I've never done anything like this before). It would have been fun with a few friends too, and Rosanna was a great teacher and gave me extra help when I needed it."