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Jane Burns reviewed: Acrylic painting workshop at Back Room Art Stourbridge

"An excellent four hours getting to grips with acrylics. Heather was knowledgable, warm and friendly. She made the course really enjoyable. All materials we needed were at hand and everything was well organised. I took my eleven year old granddaughter and she thoroughly enjoyed experimenting with acrylics, as did I!!"

Back Room Art responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review 🙂 I'm so glad you both enjoyed it and hope you continue painting 🤗"

bex reviewed: New - Create Festive Angels and Flying Cats and Dogs in Derbyshire.

"This course was very enjoyable. The studio was lovely and warm and Liz was a great host. We learnt to make some angels out of wire and some foil hanging decs. really enjoyed it"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Bex, Good to hear from you and thank you for letting me know about your day at The Slipper Studio. It was lovely to spend the day with you all, celebrating Fran’s birthday. Wire and metal foil are great materials to work with, so lots hopefully of potential for further experimentation. Best wishes and happy making. Liz Wellby"

Deborah Curran reviewed: 1 Day Bring Your Own Upholstery Project

"Brilliant day . Great instructions and demonstrations and Lucy was so patient with us all. I learnt so much and will definitely do another course. Thank you for helping me transform an ugly footstool into a thing of beauty . "

Roundedby responded:

"Oh it was a really great day! Everyone worked so hard, and was really interested in learning the process too. I can not believe a) how many staples you had to remove stripping the footstool and b) how brilliantly you finished those deep corner pleats, they are not easy and you absolutely bossed them -your William Morris footstool was a triumph - you definitely deserve to put your feet up! Lucy "

Anthony O'Malley reviewed: Introduction To Welding & Basic Fabrication

"Really enjoyable day and I achieved the outcomes I set out for myself. Joe instructed on a one to one basis on MMA, MIG and TIG basic welding techniques. Very practical focused tuition based on the tell, demonstrate to student and then get them to do it process. Joe was very knowledgeable and structured in his method of teaching and it was obvious he enjoyed what he does."

SCAVENGER DESIGN BRIGHTON responded:

"Enjoyed our lesson together. I think we both learnt, especially the meaning of Synergy !!! Thanks Joe"

Stephanie reviewed: Hand Embroidery Winter Berry workshop with Rachel Davies

"I had a super time on the course, Rachel is so welcoming and made every step easy to follow.. She was very encouraging and I came home with a lovely piece of work. I definitely will do more of Rachel’s courses."

Rachel Davies Studio responded:

"Hi Stephanie, Thankyou for your lovely review, I do appreciate it. Your finished canvas looked wonderful, and Im glad you enjoyed it..thankyou again...very best wishes, Rachel"

Emma and Brian reviewed: Fused Glass Candle Curve

"Wendy was a wonderful tutor, offering advice on our designs. We had a lovely, relaxed morning making our glass curves."

Penny reviewed: Modern Calligraphy (1 day) in the Peak District

"This was a marvellous course. The facilities were good - the room was light and airy and there was a delicious lunch and plentiful supply of drinks....but more importantly the teacher was excellent. Ali clearly explained everything and she was very attentive to our individual work and queries. I came away feeling enthused and delighted with the work I had done and seen. I only wish there was a follow-up course!! "

Zantium Studios Ltd responded:

"Penny, what a superb review! Thankyou so much. I will pass this onto Allie and hope to welcome you again sometime. We are always open to designing new courses here at Zantium Studios. A follow up class could work well... Enjoy your new calligraphy skills. Your cards will be signed with a flourish this year!"

Emma Faith reviewed: Damascus knife making in Grassington

"Bought this course for my son’s birthday and he said it was fantastic. He had an amazing and insightful day into black smithing. He’s going to book again, it was that good!"

John reviewed: Spoon Carving with Touchwood Glasgow

"Had really wonderful day with Robert and the other participants on the course. We went through the whole process of selecting which wood to work with and to think through what we wanted to make. The technical instruction was excellent and the workshop and company fantastic. Being able to leave with a respectable carved spoon was the icing on the cake. Would recommend 100%."

Juliette Gafsen reviewed: Weekend Beginners In-depth Workshops- Bobbin Lacemaking Workshops (Effingham, Surrey).

"This course was very well taught, as a complete beginner I was so happy to finish the weekend with an understanding of some of the techniques involved and a finished piece. The process of lace making had seemed too complex to tackle alone, but the weekend offered personal help and support. Recommended! "

Tina's Bobbin Lacemaking responded:

"Good morning Juliette Thank you so much for taking time to leave this review. Glad to hear that you enjoyed the weekend ! It's always good to hear that students are happy with what they learnt over the weekend. Hopefully you will be able to fimish your 2nd bookmark. Do get in touch if you need help. Best wishes Tina"

Lucy Brennan reviewed: Make a Leather Cross-body Bag at the Wolfram Lohr Studio in Hove

"Had a fantastic day learning leather craft with Wolfram. He was a fantastic teacher and I learnt so much! I would highly recommend this course to anyone. I will definitely be booking more courses with him in the future."

Wolfram Lohr responded:

"Thanks much it was a pleasure to have you botimy workshop for my cross body bag course. So happy that you bot produced beautiful bags! "

Caroline reviewed: Fused Glass Advent calendar

"Fantastic course. Time flew by as we were transfixed in creating our masterpieces. Everything was explained clearly and the course instructor was so helpful. A great pre Christmas course."

Steve Creek reviewed: Beginners half-day pen turning experience (woodturning) 1-2-1 or pairs

"Simon is very knowledgeable and has an easy going fun attitude which puts you at ease straight away. The course was well run and we both enjoyed the experience very much. We will definitely be returning to increase our wood turning experience. Thank you Simon !!"

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

"Hi Steve, So glad that you and your mum had such a nice experience and went away with two lovely pens. I've sent the notes as promised; any queries or questions, just get in touch. Would be great to meet you again soon! --Simon"

Ally reviewed: Moroccan Leather Bookbinding

"Really interesting course. Hamza was extremely knowledgeable and patient, and I was even treated to an impromptu concert! Highly recommended"

CRAFT DRAFT responded:

"I had the pleasure to host you. You were so good at bookbinding and I enjoyed the discussions we had about culture. Thank you ! "

Izzie reviewed: An introduction to flint knapping

"A wonderful experience learning all about Flint Knapping with Johnny! Well worth the price and couldn't recommend this course highly enough! "

Jonny Crafts Things responded:

"Glad you enjoyed it, tell your colleagues!"

Irina Hurley reviewed: Lampshade making in Bradford on Avon

"Great experience, fun and amazing tutor. Can highly recommend. "

Stitches by Mary Lu responded:

"Hi Irina! It was lovely to meet you and a pleasure to have your company on the workshop! Your finished Lampshade was super! Mary Lu "

Tim H reviewed: Kitchen Knife Course

"What a wonderful experience, a birthday gift from my wife. David was a hive of information and provided just the right amount of guidance and instruction. Although a recently retired engineer and used to working with my hands, I learnt so much and benefited from Davids vast experience. An excellent instructor with a warm and friendly delivery with supporting anecdotes. I had a great day and came away with a knife to be proud of, thank you. "

Hand forged Yorkshire responded:

"Thank you so much for your kind review Tim, massively appreciate it. Was a pleasure meeting you and its fantastic to hear you enjoyed the day and found it so interesting. You did an excellent job with your knife, really well done I hope you enjoy using it for many years"

Jonathan S. reviewed: An introduction to flint knapping

"A tremendous introduction to practical flint knapping. Excellent premises, exceptional help throughout the day - 5 stars (because there aren't more - really should be 10 out of 10! Highly recommended."

Jonny Crafts Things responded:

"Glad you enjoyed the day."

Rachel Toach reviewed: Gothic/Steampunk Style Shadow Box

"My daughter and I did the gothic/steampunk shadow box workshop today. Jan was fantastic, she was so accommodating to our requests and questions. My daughter wanted to do a different theme for her box and Jan was able to accommodate with this request, nothing was too much trouble and Jan made us feel very welcome and comfortable. It was fantastic value for money and we have both come away with our own amazing unique piece of artwork. Just sorry for all the mess I made!! We had loads of fun x"

Feline Fixins Powertex Fun responded:

"Hi Rachel & Bethany, it was lovely to meet you both, and to help you to achieve your great boxes. Each very different but equally artistic. I hope Bethany gets full marks in her GCSE for her work, she deserves it. Loved your creation too, just up my street. "

Jasmine reviewed: Sip and make-Beginners Earring making workshop

"Diane was lovely. It was a fab course really enjoyable 🙂"

Samantha Brown reviewed: Lino printing landscapes

"A wonderfully creative day. Lee is very encouraging, a great teacher, making the whole process easy to follow and enjoyable. The setting is inspirational in itself. The day has given me the confidence to sign up for more courses. "

Karen Silvestri reviewed: Weekend Beginners In-depth Workshops- Bobbin Lacemaking Workshops (Effingham, Surrey).

"A really excellent 2 day workshop. Great teaching meant we each came away having completed something. Plenty of helpful hints (and cups of tea and cake) to keep us going and all the equipment provided was of excellent quality. "

Tina's Bobbin Lacemaking responded:

"Hello Karen It was lovely to meet you, and spend the weekend teaching you the rudiments of Bobbin Lace. I hope you find time to finish the snake bookmark. Looking forward to seeing the finished item. Thank you for taking the time to leaving a review. Best wishes Tina"

Paula Limburn reviewed: Gelli plate printing workshop with Creative Hug

"A great afternoon with 5 other pupils. Very well organised, with plenty of space and materials to experiment with. Thoughally enjoyed it. "

Clarke Uren reviewed: Beginner's Woodcarving half day course

"Fantastic experience for the uninitiated in the art of wood carving. Anna did a really good job of getting across the basics then guiding us through a project of our choosing. Highly recommend. "

Yandle & Sons Ltd responded:

"Thank you for your feedback. I will let Anna know :)"

Vicky S reviewed: Make Your Own Mosaic Decorations

"We received a warm welcome from Ann and was on hand to guide us step by step throughout the session. There was lots of choice as to design and colours, and no rush to complete. Highly recommend to anyone."

Mosaicables responded:

"Thank you Vicky. Glad you enjoyed it. It was lovely to meet you both and hope to see you again"