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Mark Gough reviewed: Beginners Woodworking: Make a Bread Board

"Really enjoyed the workshop and would highly recommend it. The tutor was patient, explained the steps clearly, and was on hand when things were not going as planned. Very happy with my new board and will definitely be doing another course. "

Tracy Hewitt reviewed: Willow Christmas stars workshop near Tewkesbury with Dovecote Willow

"The workshop was great fun! A small group so not noisy or overwhelming, tea available to help yourself to when you wanted to. Vicky was incredibly welcoming and also very patient and helpful to us willow weaving novices. Three hours was enough time (with a lot of help from Vicky) to make a large star, a reindeer and a mini Christmas tree, so very satisfying to turn up at home with all of my goodies. Thank you for a wonderful morning Vicky. "

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you so much Tracy, I’m so pleased that you enjoyed the session! Best wishes Vicky "

Karen reviewed: Fused glass Christmas decorations (1 day) in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

"A really enjoyable day! Martin is a great teacher and adapts his teaching to people’s experience. For those like myself with experience of working with glass, Martin was happy to allow us to create our own designs and advised as and when needed. For those with little or no experience he performed demonstrations and provided step by step clear guidance. Lots of lovely glass and bits and pieces to choose from to decorate with. Everyone, however experienced, made lots of decorations and had a really great day. Thanks Martin - will be booking on some more courses for sure!"

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the lovely review, I'm really glad you enjoyed the day."

Nicky Edwards reviewed: Mosaic in a Frame Workshop in the cotswolds - gloucestershire/wiltshire/oxfordshire

"Such an enjoyable workshop. Karen was a very knowledgeable tutor and took us through the various techniques and materials we could use to make our mosaic. I was delighted with the results and now have the confidence to try it out at home. "

Helena Beaumont reviewed: Seasonal decorations for 2 people

"Fantastic course with a very knowledgeable Stevie who supported us and made it a really enjoyable experience!! ☺️ thanks "

Stevie Davies responded:

"It was fun! Thanks for coming over and arranging the surprise for your mum. I'll be in touch about the fired decorations soon! :)"

C Hewitt reviewed: Christmas fused glass lantern making with Chan Foy

"I really enjoyed this course. Chan is a great teacher. She is very patient and explains things in a way that is easy to understand. She has created a warm, friendly, creative space, and I would happily attend another one of her courses. There was a huge variety of glass colours and shapes and frits to use. We were also taught how to score and break glass safely. I was very pleased with the beautiful Christmas lantern I made."

Jane Lund reviewed: Yorkshire Rose stone carving class

"Loved the carving course, Helen was kind and patient as I hacked my way through a nice piece of sandstone, helping me position the chisels and showing me time and again how to hold them - it's a bit like learning to use a pencil for the first time and I won't pretend it's easy but it is really enjoyable and I'm going to carry on in the hope that one day I'll be able to produce something decent."

The West Riding Stonecarving Association responded:

"Thank you for your great review. I hope to see you again Jane."

Lisa reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"Really enjoyed the whole day. Emma is so lovely. Workshop was fun and informative. Relaxed atmosphere, coffee, biscuits & mince pies - a lovely welcome. Would highly recommend."

Lesley reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"Really enjoyed the session having never made any felt crafts before. Wonderful experience and very therapeutic with the stabbing! Lunch included and provided with plenty of drinks!"

Mandy reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"It's been a lovely, lovely day! Very informative, relaxed and creative. Experienced tutor who was very generous with materials, time and patience. Excellent instruction so that you could continue with this activity at home."

Sheela reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"Really enjoyed it!. Emma you were very patient, I haven't done anything like this before. The added extras such as biscuits, mulled wine & mince pies were a lovely touch - made it special!"

Susan reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"It was a lovely experience, suitable for beginners and those who have felted before. Tuition and takeaway instructions were both very good."

Annette reviewed: Festive Wreath - Felted Decoration

"Another fantastic workshop. Perfectly paced giving time to finish each step and go away with a finished wreath. Really enjoyable day. Thank you."

Jenny reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"Had a lovely morning learning how to make felted decorations/ animals. Really relaxed and friendly environment and lots of coffee and cake to add the enjoyment. An added bonus was the learning about felting and the expert tuition from Barbara. Highly recommend and thank you Barbara for such a great experience. "

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"I am happy that you had a lovely experience. Your needle felted Santa looked great and really fun too . Maybe a large hare next time ! :-))"

Mellissa and Matthew reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"Really welcoming and explained the whole process. You get to be far more involved here than at other locations and get to create a bauble unique to you! Both were super friendly and patient. Will definitely going back! Thank you so much for a lovely experience, allowing us to create baubles for our first Christmas in our first home. So special and will be treasured "

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you so much for your review Melissa, lovely to meet you and Mathew. Wishing you all the best on your first Christmas in your new home. Regards Steve and Angie "

Louise C reviewed: Lino printing Christmas card workshop

"Thoroughly enjoyed a relaxing, creative day in Penny’s wonderful studio setting making lino prints to make into my very own Christmas cards. "

Steven reviewed: Christmas Gnome Wreath Making Workshop

"Lovely afternoon with Jan who was incredibly patient with my rudimentary crafting skills. A great time was had by all."

Feline Fixins Powertex Fun responded:

"Thank you for your review Steven. It was lovely to meet yourself and Angela and to help you create your wreaths. You both did great work although they were so different from one another. I enjoyed the Prosecco too."

Sue and Ella. reviewed: Make your own Christmas Crackers

"I and my granddaughter Ella had a super time with Suzy making Christmas crackers. We found Suzy very accommodating and helpful. Everything was provided and of very good quality. Can't wait to put them on the table on Christmas Day. Thank you Suzy. 🎄"

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for your review and for coming to the workshop. It was lovely to meet you and Ella and I'm glad you enjoyed making your crackers. I hope they go down well at Christmas!"

Christine Fish reviewed: Fused glass Xmas trees

"What a lovely way to get into the festive spirit. Thank you Diane for the tuition, great selection of craft materials and making us feel so welcome."

Crafty Diane Gift Shop, Art Gallery and Craft workshops responded:

"Thanks for the lovely review Christine x"

Linda reviewed: Fused Glass Christmas Decorations with April Pebble

"Thoroughly enjoyed the workshop! I am not a naturally creative person but had great fun making my Christmas decorations. April was lovely - really informative, helpful and calming for a novice such as myself. Looking forward to picking up the finished articles once they have been in the kiln."

April Pebble responded:

"Ah thanks for these words linda, it was great to see your creativity shine through and you made some really lovely pieces. They are all now out of the kiln so you can pick them up on thurs-sat, between 10- 3pm from the Woven cafe or private message me if you want to get them a different time. Warm wishes, April "

Barbara reviewed: Glass Fusion Abstract Christmas Tree & Snowflakes Decoration Workshop

"I really enjoyed this well informed teacher. I'm looking forward to seeing the end product after they have been in the kiln."

Tom Claxton reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"I can thoroughly recommend Tony's MIG welding course. It was great value for the skills I gained and most importantly, the tuition is one to one. This means Tony is able to give you all of his attention and tailor the course and the pace around you. Tony is very friendly and is a good teacher. Overall very pleased with the day and I highly recommend it!"

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

"Thank you Tom for the review it is greatly appreciated. I am glad you enjoyed the course and gained some knowledge that will help you move forward with your future projects. Please contact me if you have questions or need any advice. Regards Tony "

Cara reviewed: Glass Fusion Abstract Christmas Tree & Snowflakes Decoration Workshop

"Wonderful workshop and colourful festive projects, thank you."

Claire reviewed: Beginners 1-day pairs woodturning workshop

"I bought the woodturning workshop for my Dad for his 80th birthday. We were warmly welcomed by Simon with a coffee and biscuits, after an hour & half drive, both Dad & I were abit nervous but we were soon put at ease by Simon after being reassured by his professionalism, knowledge, patience & interest in us as people. The workshop is very clean, tidy and well organised with health and safety deeply in mind, as being complete novices this is a must. We had a lathe each and lots of time to practise and ask questions before we started our lovely Cherry bowls. Which are taking pride of place in our homes. Our family’s really love them. We had a lovely lunch provided by Louise, thank you Louise… and refreshments offered to us thru out the day. Not only do you woodturn but also the process to get the best out of product, sandpaper, gritting, waxing etc… The day was just perfect and catered to us, going at our pace… This is certainly a birthday to remember for Dad and a day never to forget. We loved it, and will be back.. Thank you Simon & Louise. "

Blended Monkey - pottery - woodturning - green woodworking - pole lathe - throwing responded:

"Hi Claire, So glad you and your dad enjoyed the day and were look forward to seeing you again soon. — Simon"

Andrea reviewed: Roman Blind Workshop

"Really enjoyed the course and Dee very helpful and had time to supervise and guide us all, ensuring we all left with well made pieces of work. Lovely setting. Would highly recommend. "