Latest reviews

28 Sep 15'

Jon massey reviewed: Quilt block of the Month with Chris & Kate: An English Summer or a Lone Star, 10 Saturday sessions

"I took a sampler quilt course with Chris and Kate at the beginning of the year and I've now signed up to this block of the month. They are very knowledgable and good fun. Two tutors for the price of one and I love this design"

28 Sep 15'

Janet Pierpoint reviewed: One to one, One day, blacksmith course

"My husband knowing I always fancied having a go, treated me to this one day course for my 50th birthday. I knew what I wanted to make and Alex was up for it and so made a 5ft garden osbliske for my mop head hydrangea in the garden. It took all day and I had to weld it together later at home in our shed with my son's help. It was hard work and hot but I really had a brillant day, so much so, that my daughter commented on the way home that I look like a chimney sweep, my face being black from working on the forge. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and now wish to continue, Alex was great and very patient. So ladies, (and men) Blacksming is so rewarding and it's not just for boys!"

28 Sep 15'

Helen Davidson reviewed: Green Man Ceramic wall sculpture

"I am a regular at Linda's workshops - why? Because it's a fab way to spend a Sunday creating something you would have thought was well beyond you. Linda's relaxed and informal teaching style - not to mention baking skills - are excellent. Go along and give it a try!"

28 Sep 15'

Jo davidson reviewed: Green Man Ceramic wall sculpture

"Highly recommend these workshops. Enjoyable day out and you will make something you're proud to display - I thought I'd be useless but Linda is a great teacher and I've been back to make more!"

28 Sep 15'

Laura reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Very interesting. Definitely going to try this at home! Very friendly environment, enjoyed all the tea and biscuits!"

28 Sep 15'

Lindsay reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Excellent - I can't wait to get home and try this myself!"

28 Sep 15'

Jayne reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Looking forward to using my lovely new candles and melts. It has inspired me to try it myself. Thank you!"

28 Sep 15'

Kim reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"The course was fantastic. I will definitely be making more!"

28 Sep 15'

Emma reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Combined my two favourite things - candles and scents. Loved it. Thank you."

28 Sep 15'

Kirstie reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Great course with a lovely host. Really enjoyed it."

28 Sep 15'

Nicola reviewed: Soy Wax Candle Making Workshop

"Excellent course. Very relaxing and enjoyable."

28 Sep 15'

Mrs Dhinoy reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"I thoroughly enjoyed my day. Thank you Sakeena."

28 Sep 15'

Joelin reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"It was just brilliant. I loved the course and found it very helpful and useful."

27 Sep 15'

Sheila mason reviewed: Blacksmith for a day in the Yorkshire Dales

"Marvellous surroundings a very interesting course .we were able to make key rings then dragon hangers in the full day course.wonderful food was provided to keep us sustained which we enjoyed looking out across to ribble head viaduct .new friends were made.great day 10 out 10 ."

27 Sep 15'

Sofia Billett reviewed: Tapestry weaving workshop for beginners

"Jane is a wonderful enthusiastic teacher and makes you feels very welcome in her fabulous studio. She provides everything you need from materials, to encouragement, to lovely food (with the help of her charming husband Graham). The pace of the workshop is very good and I was able to learn so much. You can also leave with a finished piece which gives you a great sense of achievement. Time runs fast and before you know it, it is time to go home...highly recommend it!"

26 Sep 15'

Agnese reviewed: One day Traditional Lead Stained Glass Course

"Such a wonderful day during which I have learnt a lot of things about stained glass. I also went home with a beautiful stained glass cat which will always make me think of today. Cheryl is funny and patient and very competent. I couldn't recommend this course enough!"

26 Sep 15'

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

"A lovely relaxed workshop. Raya is very patient and showed us many techniques of working with fibres. I never knew that wool and silks could be used in such a creative way. The end pictures were wonderful. Will come back for further workshops. Thank you very much, Raya!"

26 Sep 15'

Ray and Alison Canham reviewed: Make silver jewellery using precious metal clay or silver clay

"We weren't sure what to expect when we booked to make our own wedding rings but the day was wonderful. Toni's an engaging, patient and informative tutor. She explained every step and made sure we were able to practice as much as we liked until we felt competent to use the silver clay. The whole process is simpler than we expected and we were able to enjoy every step, which has made the rings even more special. Toni kept the rings for us and made sure they were highly polished ready for our big day. We've had loads of compliments on the rings including from a complete stranger while we were on honeymoon who spotted Alison's and asked about it. Highly recommended."

25 Sep 15'

Richard Payne reviewed: Blacksmith for a day in the Yorkshire Dales

"A really great experiance, I enjoyed the course and did far more than I expected. We were tutored and looked after wonderfully. The food was exceptionally good. Thank you for a really great experience which I hope to repeat again in the future. I would recommend this to all."

25 Sep 15'

Ros Duffy reviewed: Fused Glass Making Evening Classes

"The studio is amazingly spacious and the tutor is incredibly friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. Learnt a great deal and would highly recommend."

23 Sep 15'

Carol Burmeister reviewed: Basic throwing with Jon French

"I have just taken my pots home and put them in my art/pottery room and low and behold they are much bigger than the others I have made. Therefore my objective on going on the course has been achieved. Let's hope I maintain the new quality and size. During the course I realised I had been throwing incorrectly and corrected this during the course really quickly. I had also misunderstood a few basic principles and came home more knowledgeable about throwing and how process-driven pot making is. I enjoyed the relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Being a retired primary school teacher I knew that Kevin really enjoyed his work (both teaching and potting), and conveyed that to his students. This can be inspirational and if done really well, out of the hundreds Kevin teaches, will produce future gifted teachers and potters."

23 Sep 15'

Ruth and Mary Davies reviewed: ‘Winter dream ' wool painting face-to-face textile art course in Worcestershire

"A wonderful day that we both thoroughly enjoyed. It is hard to believe that we have created such lovely pictures! Many thanks to Raya for sharing her expertise in such a professional and relaxed manner."

22 Sep 15'

louise reviewed: Mindful Mosaic workshops with Dionne Ible - Bedfordshire

"I did a mosaic making birthday party with my friends and really enjoyed it. I am not very artistic but still loved designing and making my mosaic. Dionne created a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere and provided lots of design ideas. I would definitely recommend trying this out!"

22 Sep 15'

Nick reviewed: Blacksmithing, bladesmithing and metal craft

"Had a fantastic time and has inspired me to start a career in becoming a blacksmith!"

22 Sep 15'

Alison Shears reviewed: Pottery throwing course in the South Downs National Park (one day - one-to-one)

"I received a 2hr session as a Christmas present as it was always something I wanted to try. Rowena was wonderful and made the 2hrs so enjoyable and funny. I made and acheived so much more than I ever imagined and now would like to go back to make more. I, 100% recommend everybody should give this a go at least once in their lifes.5"