Latest reviews

6 Feb 17'

Pauline Robson reviewed: Canal art - roses and castles - decorate a plate in narrowboat decoration

"I cannot recommend Julie too highly. The day was really enjoyable, well organised and well executed. The people on the course (6) in total, had a wide range of knowledge and talent. Julie's teaching was fantastic and everyone of us completed the project with great satisfaction. I am so enthused by it that I have now booked the more advanced course on 11th March and I can't wait to get started. Thank you Julie."

6 Feb 17'

Kate reviewed: Realistic and Adorable Needle Felt Animals & Pets

"Booked for Mum and I as a Christmas gift to ourselves. What a wonderful day! I made a stoat and Mum made a squirrel - both fantastic, if we do say so ourselves - even though we'd never done this before. Sophie is lovely - warm and welcoming. She clearly loves her craft and knows her stuff. She has a wonderful 'can-do', flexible approach to your project, helping you to achieve something of which you can be proud. The venue is gorgeous, the food provided wonderful, the information given before, during and after the day spot-on and I would heartily recommend this day to anyone thinking about booking. You will not be disappointed in any way."

6 Feb 17'

Katy Poyner reviewed: Croissants, pastries & brioche: Viennoiserie day at The Artisan Bakery School

"I would recommend this course to anyone who is interested in furthering their skills in Viennoiserie or for those who just want a really fun relaxing day making scrummy pastries in a wonderfully friendly environment! Penny is a brilliant teacher and has a lot of patience for those of us who are new to this area of baking. Both my mother and I thoroughly enjoyed the whole day and couldn't speak more highly of this course! Thanks Penny."

6 Feb 17'

Lorraine reviewed: Beginners candle making private workshop - Marlow, Buckinghamshire

"I went on the candle making course on 4 February and was delighted in the way in which Sarah who took the class made you feel at ease and also made you feel that you were able to get great results in making the candles. It was a completely relaxed atmosphere with an intimate class which is ideal if you feel self conscious. I will certainly start making my own candles from now on as it has given me the confidence I needed. What was also great was that you were able to take home your creations and I would certainly highly recommend taking the course. Thank you Sarah"

6 Feb 17'

Keith Preedy reviewed: 'Art of Stained Glass' - Oldbury, Birmingham

"I did a 1 day lead light course yesterday along with my daughter. The course was informative and covered every aspect of making a lead light from the pattern, cutting the glass all the way up to the finished product which we were able to take away. Jamal explained the processes in a clear and concise way and we learnt so much in the time we were there. I would recommend anyone to go on this course if they have an interest in stained glass or any kind of interest in crafts, a thoroughly enjoyable day. Thank you"

6 Feb 17'

Valerie reviewed: Craft days, embroidery, sewing, silk painting etc

"This was an excellent day, we had a thoroughly good time and learnt a lot."

6 Feb 17'

Kathryn Thompson reviewed: Willow Piglet workshop

"What a fab day we had! Victoria is a skilled creative tutor (and she has a cute Dad). We had a giggle making our delightful piggies. I met three lovely ladies and we had such a good time together that we are all booked onto another course with Victoria next month so we can get together again. As a self-employed freelance artist it was great to talk about 'work stuff', something I rarely get a chance to do, it was like an away day with lovely colleagues. Learned new skills and made new friends in a warm and relaxing environment- would highly recommend!"

6 Feb 17'

Nathan Webb reviewed: Blacksmithing Experience Day

"I had a really great time at Colin's blacksmith forge. both in learning new skills and finding out about the history of smithing. I've didn't have any previous experience but it was easy to pick up and I'm very proud of the artifacts I made. The fire poker I fashioned will be very useful for my chiminea this summer. Thanks Col"

6 Feb 17'

Gill Whitehouse reviewed: Silver Ring Making - 3 hours

"Would highly recommend Xenia's workshops. I attended her wax casting workshop which I absolutely loved and it was only through Xenia's patience and encouragement that I produced a beautiful wax casting. Xenia explained each process of wax casting extremely well and she had confidence in my ability when I was ready to give up! I had the wax cast in 9ct gold and it is beautiful - thanks to Xenia's"

6 Feb 17'

Donna Walsh reviewed: From fleece to fibre 2-day spinning workshop

"Just completed the two day course for beginner - Fleece to Fibre, if you are new to this I would highly recommend this! Elaine is very patient and understanding makes you feel relaxed, has a fantastic way on explaining these in a easy way to understand, also she has an amazing knowledge. I'd only been spinning a couple of weeks my yarn was over twisted and lumpy came away spinning the most amazing yarn. Definitely recommend this is anyone!"

5 Feb 17'

Hollie Crosley reviewed: Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving

"I had a great day learning to weave, It was very relaxed and Alice was friendly and helpful. It was most interesting seeing how everyone in the group were able to get to grips with the technique put their own personality into their pieces."

5 Feb 17'

Helen Hall reviewed: Traditional Welsh Quilting with Lesley Jenkins in West Wales

"I thoroughly enjoyed my 2 day course. Lesley was amazing ..I have come away with so much more and can go forward in quilting would recommend to everybody"

5 Feb 17'

Melissa, Ann and Elizabeth reviewed: Learn To Crochet On The Norfolk/Cambs Border

"The three us were complete beginners to crochet. We were made to feel very welcome, relaxed atmosphere. Lovely venue. It was myself, my Mum and my 10 year old daughter. We all managed to do the basics in crochet. We feel more confident to carry on practicing what we learnt today going forward. We would like to return in the future for more tutoring to further our skills. Susan was there to help with me being left handed. Deborah was very good at teaching my Mum and Daughter."

5 Feb 17'

Carolyn Giddings reviewed: Felt Surface Techniques: Sampling Day

"I really enjoyed the workshop last Thursday. It was the first felt making workshopI had been on with Emma.The day was well organised with all the materials we needed available and detailed instructions . Emma taught us what to do step by step and was very willing to answer our questions and give help when required. A very relaxed fun day !"

5 Feb 17'

Sharyn reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"One word. Wow! This course was just perfect for me, a complete beginner, and was held in a very relaxed environment in Jo's beautiful home (with a gorgeous lunch included). The practical lessons were great fun using different types of wax to make a range of scented candles and melts. I left feeling ready to start making my own candles and with a big bag of all the goodies we made during the day. I highly recommend this course. You will enjoy every minute!"

5 Feb 17'

Nicola Robotham reviewed: Mosaic workshop at Jackie Nash Art

"Had a fantastic day! I am really pleased with the mirror I made. Jackie is lovely, very helpful and knowledgeable. Well worth the money. Thank you xx"

5 Feb 17'

Clare Taylor reviewed: Mosaic workshop at Jackie Nash Art

"Recently attended Jackie's mosaic course and really enjoyed it. Lovely relaxed atmosphere in the studio and Jackie was really patient and knowledgeable. I managed to make a really nice mosaic from the wide range of materials on offer and can't wait to return with a group of friends. Highly recommended!"

5 Feb 17'

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

"A thoroughly absorbing workshop. I had never worked with wool before and hadn't appreciated what a flexible medium it is. Using fibres to create a landscape and blending the colours was both exciting and refreshing with an amazing and colourful outcome. Raya's patience and skill in demonstrating and teaching was much appreciated."

5 Feb 17'

Michelle reviewed: Introduction to candle-making as a business

"Had a great day on this course, not only informative and full of great tips but really good fun and came away with so many lovely goodies! Jo gives you confidence that you can do it and really helps with any queries and all in her beautiful home with a delicious lunch included. I highly recommend this course."

5 Feb 17'

Peter Gilbert reviewed: Learn to Turn in the Dartmoor National Park

"I have now attended two of Chris' wonderful courses. The first was so enjoyable I took my son along for the second. Chris' teaching style is humourous and knowledgeable and he supports you at every stage of the wood turning process. At the end of the day you find that by some miracle you have produced a perfectly turned bowl and learnt some impressive skills. It is a process which requires concentration and precision and although you start out very nervous about what injuries you may be about to inflict on the innocent piece of wood ( not to mention the lathe and tools ) you very soon relax under Chris' guidance and encouragement and find yourself mesmerised by the activity. The Dartmoor location and Chris' excellent supply of chocolate biscuits and bonhomie make it a day of complete satisfaction."

5 Feb 17'

Tracy Ridley reviewed: Willow Piglet workshop

"What an amazing day. Left not only with miss piggy but some new friends. I can honestly say that it was the best day out I have had in ages. Victoria was amazing very knowledgable and welcoming. I can't wait to come back"

4 Feb 17'

Anne Thumpston reviewed: Felt Surface Techniques: Sampling Day

"This was my second felt sampling day with Emma. The workshops have been excellent, with clear instructions and advice. Well organised and paced. Emma is a very patient and friendly teacher. Her workshops are fun and very productive."

4 Feb 17'

kyle reviewed: Blacksmithing for beginners - one day taster

"The one day blacksmith course was bought as a gift and I thoroughly enjoyed it, I have no experience in this and I managed to come away with some lovely metal work at the end of the day. Aaron Peterson gave very good demonstrations, there was no paperwork and we were straight onto the hands on tools which was great. I would highly recommend this course to anyone as Aaron is very patient and will help you work at your own pace."

4 Feb 17'

Marie Fisher reviewed: Glass Fusing and Slumping for Beginners and Improvers

"Thoroughly enjoyed the day, can't believe how much we got through in such a short time. Janice and Jean are fabulous tutors, patient and so knowledgeable. They tailored their support to each student's needs and fostered individual creativity from the start. Oh and I nearly forgot, the homemade lunch and cakes were were delicious. I would thoroughly recommend this workshop. Thank you Janice and Jean."

4 Feb 17'

Denise Simpson reviewed: Willow hearts and flowers

"Great day with lovely people. Really relaxed. Came away with one large and one small willow heart. Really happy with my creations. Great tuition by Victoria . Will be back. I've got the weaving bug"