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6 Apr 16'

Benjamin Adnams reviewed: Furniture making SKILLS WEEK - Essential cabinetmaking hand skills - 5 days in East Sussex

"I liked everything about the course. Really. The people, the equipment, the course content, John's expertise,Sara Jane's cake. It was all brilliant. Very organized. I', struggling to think of anything which could be improved, so that must be a good sign!"

6 Apr 16'

Suzy Devey reviewed: Encaustic Art - What do you want to learn?

"I spent a full day course with Mel on Thurs 31st March 2016. Melanie is nothing short of excellence, her knowledge and experience through her own experimental practice shines through. What a delightful day! I travelled from Scotland thinking what will this be like? I was met by a friend, it seemed uncannily as if we had met before:). I didn't know how to make the most out of the new tools I had purchased, but I loved the medium. Melanie took me through some fabulous basic techniques and then continued to tailor the day through experimentation, which answered my questions about encaustic media. The day also fully left me feeling confident in my work and how important playing and experimentation really is. We both ended up learning from this day in a relaxed and beautiful location. I can't wait to do more and see more of Melanie's work emerge. Huge Thank you Melanie. I would have no hesitation to do it again straight away."

6 Apr 16'

Sarah reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"We had a brilliant day learning the process of spinning using a drop spindle and spinning wheel. Elaine was very patient, encouraging and really knowledgeable and helpful. There was a range of different spinning wheels available for us to try which was great. It was a really enjoyable and informative day and brilliant to come away with yarn I had drafted, spun and plied myself. Loved it :)"

6 Apr 16'

Marion Janner reviewed: Needle felting course with Furzie at Saltisford Canal Trust, Warwick

"What a brilliant day! I'm a complete craft klutz but Michelle was so patient, encouraging and skilful that by the end of the day I was thrilled to take home a delightful Herbert the Hare. Everything about the day was wonderful - choice of location (the very lovely Lapstone shopping centre), refreshments, company and of course the felt-knitting. Never done anything like this before and found it very absorbing and satisfying. An outstandingly enjoyable day. Am looking forward to doing more of Michelle's courses and will encourage my friends to take part as well."

6 Apr 16'

Ian Simpson reviewed: Beginners 10 week woodworking course NO LONGER RUNNING

"Just completed the 10 week Monday night beginners course. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Ciaran was great; helpful guidance and very encouraging. The small group worked well and very happy with the table produced and the new knowledge and skills acquired. It has motivated me to sharpen all those old tools, clear out the shed and create some bench space for some more projects ! Can definitely recommend and will be going back to do the intermediate course later in the year. Ian"

6 Apr 16'

Maria reviewed: Animal Sculpture Workshops

"I have done 2 classes now- the hare and the christmas decorations. Both times me and my friend had a great time: -the Yurt is fabulous -Leilah is a great teacher, super patient, great at demonstrating and helps you out if you're having difficulty. -all of the things I have made look like what they are meant to be!"

6 Apr 16'

Merna reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"Fascinating. I truly enjoyed every minute and time flew by! Very lucky to attend one of your classes and meet such a lovely and inspiring person like you. Very relaxing experience and great value for money. Came all the way from Egypt to do this and it was totally worth it! I am very happy and satisfied with this course. Can't wait to try it back home!"

6 Apr 16'

Luisa reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"Amazing teacher. A pleasure to be a part of the class. Thank you so much!! I wish you all the best for the future. I will remember this experience always."

6 Apr 16'

Mai reviewed: One day introductory course to candle making

"It's the most amazing experience I've ever had. Mixture of learning, creating, discovering new talents in my self and making what I love with the most respected teacher. Thank you so much for your time and effort and passion that you delivered it to us."

6 Apr 16'

Elaine Joy reviewed: An Introduction to Stained Glass - 2 day Weekend Workshop

"Fantastic! Brilliant! Fi is very knowledgeable and puts you at ease from the moment you meet her. The two days are all about being hands on and I have come away thoroughly inspired by the craft and its endless possibilities. I had undertaken a stained glass course before using copper foil techniques but this was a couple of years ago and I have never used lead and so it was like starting again but Fi quickly assessed my capabilities and following discussion we designed my project and got started. With informative help on hand when needed, I was really chuffed with my finished panel. Would thoroughly recommend this class and can't wait to return to do more!"

5 Apr 16'

Sally Tolley reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"I had a lovely day on the spinning course, Elaine was indeed very patient with us. It was a lovely day spent learning a new craft. We were made to feel very welcome in her home ."

5 Apr 16'

Rebecca Lonsdale reviewed: Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun

"Myself and 2 friends had a wonderful time on this workshop. Elaine is very patient and explains the process of spinning very well. I well and truly have the spinning bug now I understand the process!"

5 Apr 16'

Margaret and Dave Calder reviewed: Introduction to Green Wood Furniture Making - 2 Day Course in South Devon

"This was a really fun weekend and we came away with two tables that could fit together or be used apart and we are very proud of them. We enjoyed ourselves lots and learnt so much. Thanks Peter and Jarv."

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: Christmas in a jar

"Sara-Jane was an excellent tutor and will be coming again next year."

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: Christmas in a jar

"All of it! Excellent day. We made a good selections of items which you could make at home!"

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: Christmas in a jar

"All of it was great! The relish was good as it was a slightly different method from the usual jams and jellies!"

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: Christmas in a jar

"Excellent course. Lots of hands-on and very good advice."

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: Christmas in a jar

"Brilliant. Have done a course with Sara Jane and can't wait to do another."

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: Preserves with Sara-Jane

"Best bit was making the striped orange - with brandy! Smells delicious - so like autumn. Lovely tutor - a real asset to Acton Scott."

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: Ploughing with heavy horses - a two day course

"Thank you for such a unique experience today! What a pleasure to be able to see and work with your gentle giants Charlie and joe! Loved every minute! Keep up the great work"

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: Working with donkeys - half day course

"We had a fabulous day today at Acton Scott on our Working with Dusty course! Simon was a really charming and knowledgeable host, the sun shone for us, and of course Dusty was the star!"

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: Ploughing with heavy horses - a two day course

"Had a really lovely and informative day on your ploughing with horses course today. Lovely people, friendly, welcoming, and down to earth. Thanks to all involved"

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: The Fruit Garden Preserving - one day

"I wouldn't change anything on this course…it was just right! (maybe damson gin?!) Thank you very much!"

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: The Fruit Garden Preserving - one day

"It was excellent…all of bit! Fantastic teaching, great getting hands on and a big haul of products to take home!"

5 Apr 16'

Anon reviewed: The Fruit Garden Preserving - one day

"We were totally catered for, it was the perfect holiday, the best I could have wished for."