Latest reviews

Jodie Caller reviewed: Fused glass workshop with Helen from The Butterfly Effect Studio in Halford.

"Thank you for an amazing glass fused course. Me and my partner had the most amazing day. Helen is an amazing teacher. We had plenty of time to practise. We definitely got our monies worth, we could make as much or as little as we wanted and Helen had all the tools and glass that we needed, we were spoilt for choice. One of my pieces had a little problem in the kiln but the amazing Helen allowed me to come back and remake this item. We were both so happy with what we had made. Helen is amazing, we will definitely be back and will be recommending Helen to our family and friends."

Butterfly Effect Studio responded:

"Hi Jodie, thank you for taking the time to review my fused glass workshop and for your kind words. You were both so enthusiastic during the day and the items you created were delightful. I appreciated your patience and I’m so pleased you were happy with the outcome- your penguin panel was a triumph! I hope you and Rob put your fused glass creations in pride of place once you move into your new home??"

Natasha Wildy reviewed: Evening illuminated felt bowl workshop

"Fantastic morning learning to wet felt, amazing teacher and a wonderful birthday present for my teenage daughter. Thank you so much."

Teesdale Felt responded:

"Thank you so much for your fabulous review. I really enjoyed my morning with you and you made some beautiful bowls which were delicate enough to really let the light shine through. I hope to see you again. Best wishes to you and your family, Claire"

Stuart Littledyke reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"One day taster course was absolutely brilliant. Really enjoyed the day, Adrian and Andy are a fantastic pair of lads, really helpful on the lead up to the day with information etc. On the day gave brilliant instructions on how to make our objects. Plenty of tools to go round and ample space around the forge for safety. Met by Debbie (who also made lunch) with a hot drink and biscuits. Lunch was to die for, beautiful food. Had a laugh with the others on the course and some joking with Adrian and Andy. Nothing was too much trouble for them all. I will be booking onto another course for next year. Already planning on making my own forge and have already purchased my air blower. Recommend this course to anyone. Brilliant day. Thank you to you all."

Sam reviewed: Laser Craft - Beginner - 1 Day - One to One

"Absolutely fantstic course ! Highly recommended. Rachel is lovely and has so much knowledge, it was a pleasure and one of the best courses I have been on. Be warned !!! You will come away addicted to lasering and the possibilities ? thanks again Rach."

Gifted Crafts Company responded:

"Thanks so much Sam. You did so well and it was lovely to meet you. Can’t wait to hear what you get up to! Sorry about the addiction! Rach ?"

Mollie Gilchrist reviewed: Fused glass robin craft kit

"I enjoyed an afternoon designing and creating my Robin fusing. I'm hoping to plan a break in Dorset next year and attend an in person workshop. Many thanks Wendy for a well-thought-out home craft experience."

Wendy Jeavons Art responded:

"Thank you Mollie, I'm so pleased you enjoyed the kit. It would be fabulous too see you for a workshop soon. Wendy x"

Paul Jeffery reviewed: Beginners 1-day 1-2-1 woodturning workshop for 1 person

"A day to be enjoyed by novices and those with experience alike. Simon is an excellent tutor. He obviously has lots of experience and knowledge and a very good way of imparting it. The workshop, machinery, tools and hospitality first class."

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

"Hi Paul, Thank you so much for your review and so glad you found the day worthwhile. — Simon & Louise"

John reviewed: 10-week online watercolour for beginners course with live tuition via zoom

"Many thanks for being such a great teacher and for your support, encouragement and constructive feedback; I enjoyed the course and think my work developed above my own expectations. I look forward to my next course with you. Kind regards, John"

Jane Burras reviewed: Fused glass workshop with Helen from The Butterfly Effect Studio in Halford.

"Helen is a wonderful teacher, she allowed us to settle in first (we were a group of seven friends, and there was a lot of chat to start with!) Then she introduced us to everything we needed to know and let us go our own creative ways. It was amazing how we all produced quite different work. Helen gave us plenty of advice and suggestions whenever we needed them so that we felt supported and able to get the best out of our work without being dictated to. Everyone really enjoyed the day and we were thrilled with our final pieces. I would highly recommend this course, we will be going again!"

Butterfly Effect Studio responded:

"Hi Jane, I’m touched by your kind words and appreciate you taking the time to review the workshop. It was such a lovely day spent with like-minded people, I imagine your other arty/crafty sessions are always good fun too. I’m pleased you enjoyed it and loved the items you created, your bird was so full of character! Hope to see you all again in the future."

Janet Martin reviewed: A complete introduction to felt-making

"Hilary was very flexible about structuring the day. I learnt a lot and had a thoroughly enjoyable day."

Liz Goodman reviewed: Silver Jewellery - Sea glass workshop

"This course was interesting. It was far more expensive than others I have seen but I thought it suited me better although it probably didn’t. I didn’t have any sea glass and thought there would be plenty available on the day and there wasn’t. I ended up with a Rose Quartz ring, not really what I wanted, looked up prices they are only a few pound to buy cabouchens and this was an extra. I’ve since sourced on eBay sea glass packs are very inexpensive to buy if you don't have time to go and find it. I also didn’t realise I would have to pay for materials, extra £20 requested in total! Lovely lady but other much more competitively priced courses available."

Jill Douglas reviewed: Deep Buttoned Stool - One Day Workshop

"Emma was very patient and kind. She demonstrated really well the techniques needed for the course and helped when necessary. Fantastic ! ?"

Julie Turner reviewed: Deep Buttoned Stool - One Day Workshop

"A truly fantastic day learning the basics of upholstery whilst engaged in a project to construct an attractive and useful storage crate - which you get to take home with you at the end of the day! Great support throughout the "build" with plenty of time to allow progress at your own pace. Booking the course was easy with great online comms, and I must say that Emma was particularly helpful when it came to re-booking as a result of the pandemic. If you will excuse the pun, the icing on the cake was a slice of Lemon Drizzle served at lunchtime - absolutely delicious! Top tip: the converted chapel can be a little cool, so do take warm clothes with you."

Tessa Lewis reviewed: Creative writing course, 5 hours, live online, one-to-one tuition. Beginners to advanced.

"Deana, Many thanks for the new knowledge, tips and confidence that your course has given me. You're a warm, friendly and supportive teacher and the flexibility with which you structured and scheduled each session around my needs made the course fun, useful and really relevant for me. I feel able to go on now with the novel that I'd given up on, and that's all thanks to you! Very best wishes to you and yours, Tessa."

Deana Luchia responded:

"Thank you so much, Tessa. I’m so pleased you enjoyed the course and found it useful. I’d love to read your novel when it’s finished so keep going!"

Nick Morris reviewed: Deep Buttoned Stool - One Day Workshop

"I went for an upholstery workshop with Emma. The workshop space is super cool and even though it was very chilly (you could see your breath in the air!) we survived thanks to the fire. Emma demonstrated what to do really clearly which was good as I had never done any upholstering before. She also showed me what tools and equipment I would need to start doing it myself at home so I really feel I learnt something. Emma answered all my many questions in a friendly and supportive manner and I had a really good time. I would recommend this course to anybody interested in a new creative hobby, and also to anybody who is interested in making upholstery part of their work or business. I am proud of the footstool that I made on the course and have included a picture of it in its new home. Thanks Emma for a great day and thanks Ian for the cup of tea!"

Rosamund Spiers-King reviewed: Deep Buttoned Stool - One Day Workshop

"I attended the one day Storage Crate Workshop at Semper Hopkins and had a simply wonderful day. The setting in the old chapel is lovely and we had such a nice group of people too. Emma is a fabulous teacher, everything is explained so well and you don't feel rushed at all, all safety aspects are taken into consideration as well, both for working with tools and Covid which was very reassuring. I had chosen to do the crate for our spare room and Emma was really helpful helping me select the right colours and materials. We had such fun being creative and all the while knowing we would be walking away with a piece of furniture we can keep, I even got to make my own buttons. Every time I walk past my crate I cant help but smile at what I achieved. I would highly recommend this wonderful relaxing and fun way to spend a day. Its given me a real insight into how much work goes into making proper furniture but also given me the confidence to give other projects a go. Cant wait to return and make a bench or a stool soon! PS The lemon cake was yummy!!!"

Tom reviewed: Box making weekend in Cumbria

"This the second time I have taken this course and my fifth time to the workshop having done other courses that Mark & Richard offer. The course was as enjoyable as the last time I did it. Mark is a superb teacher and anyone who does this course will benefit greatly from his knowledge and experience. If you are interested in woodworking and want a good way into trying it then this course is for you."

Sue reviewed: Small needle felted animals or pictures

"What a lovely way to spend some time learning a new craft. Barbara let us choose what we would like to make in our half day class for beginners, she was very patient with us and we all went home happy with a recognisable felt animal!"

Feltworld - Creative Arts responded:

"Hi Sue, your needle felted mouse, penguin and robins were so cute. Well done and maybe a large hare next time :-) :-)!"

Amanda Cooper-Cocks reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making Kit on Eco-friendly Willow Bases

"I now have a fabulous wreath on my door for christmas ,thrilled with the whole service.The instuctions were all very clear and easy to follow.thanks jenni and team for your attention to detail."

Jenni Wren Creative responded:

"Thank you so much, always so lovely to receive a glowing review. I am sure it looks amazing on your front door. Seasons greetings, Jenni"

Kay reviewed: Candlemaking workshops for beginners in Hastoe, nr Tring

"This is the second workshop with Anne that I have attended, as I enjoyed the workshop earlier this year so much, that I booked a space on the Christmas candle-making workshop as soon as I could. A friend saw what I had created at the first workshop and asked if she could come along too and really enjoyed it herself. Anne is very knowledgeable and gives very clear instructions, which are very easy to follow. She also has a great selection of scents and colours and glitter for that extra bit of Christmas sparkle. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who likes candles. Hastoe Village Hall is a great venue too."

Robert Simpson reviewed: Photography Days

"I had an enjoyable day with Richard and Sue. They are both welcoming and very knowledgeable. I learned a lot and felt like it was a good step towards getting me off of the 'auto' setting! Would definitely recommend."

Sandra reviewed: Blacksmithing Beginners day courses in Yorkshire and the North East

"Had such a great day with Ade, Andy and Debbie - so friendly and an experience I'll not forget in a hurry. Lovely welcome with hot drinks and homemade flapjacks. We were very well looked after by Ade and Andy when the forges were going, and then by Debbie at lunchtime and at the end of the day with delicious homemade cooking and amazing bakes. The whole experience was great, really good fun. The care and attention from all involved was second to none :-)"

Lucy reviewed: 1 to 1 Beginners Crochet and beyond - East Grinstead

"I really enjoyed my 1 to 1 crochet lesson with Nicole - I was a complete beginner and she explained the stitches etc very clearly. She was very patient and gave me time to correct my own mistakes which made learning faster :-) and she kept the tea flowing!"

Just My Cup Of Crochet responded:

"Thank you so much Lucy, It was lovely to meet you. You picked up crochet very well and I’m sure you’ll be making lots of beautiful items in no time. ?"

Gaynor Gravestock reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making Kit on Eco-friendly Willow Bases

"I thoroughly enjoyed the wreath making. It was all beautifully packaged and a delight to open. The instructions were easy to follow and I’m thrilled with the result. Thank you!"

Jenni Wren Creative responded:

"Thank you so much Gaynor and even a bigger thank you for sending the pic of the wreath in situ. Wow! I have door eny.? You have done a fantastic job and love the fact you have added some birch for a whimsical feel to a beautiful natural wreath. Well done.?"

Beth Carswell reviewed: Christmas Wreath Making Kit on Eco-friendly Willow Bases

"Absolutely brilliant! I have been wanting to make my own natural wreath for years but have never had the opportunity. Jenni sent everything i needed and i got to work whilst being guided by her thorough tutorials. Now i have a beautiful wreath this Christmas. Thanks Jenni!"

Jenni Wren Creative responded:

"Always a pleasure ?. Yes you should be very proud as you have created a beautiful wreath, weaving the base, then binding the greenery and finally decorating with Christmas loveliness.? Well worth the wait I'm sure, as your woven base can be reused and your door will never be bare at Christmas again.?"

Robyn reviewed: Beginners Epoxy Resin Workshop

"I was gifted this class for my birthday and what a great gift! I really enjoyed learning all about how resin works & how to work with resin and then made my own mini river block. Great environment to learn in and nice to be surrounded by people excited to learn as well. Richard made this class fun and educational and will definitely be booking another class! Would highly recommend - 10/10"