CraftCourses helps people experience the joy and satisfaction of making and doing all across the UK, and beyond.

Supporting crafts since 2011

Hands forming a vessel on pottery wheel
CraftCourses is the UK's largest art & craft courses booking platform, connecting you with thousands of independent craftspeople, makers & artists who share their skills.

We have a massive choice of real life in-person workshops and courses to offer you an unforgettable experience, as well as a chance to develop satisfying and useful hobbies.

Our huge community of independent UK makers also offer you an unrivalled selection of handmade art & craft kits,  classes available live online, downloadable online tutorials and a handcrafted shop.

Our mission is to make that connection between UK artisans and those of us keen to experience the joy of practical and creative arts. There is great satisfaction in being creative; making and doing things with our heads, hands & hearts - it's so good for us on many levels.

We have collected 48,000 reviews so far from happy customers, with a whopping 98.9% of them rating their experience as "excellent". 

Established in 2011 in Pembrokeshire, we are a family run, organically grown UK business - and the largest creative experience site. From glassblowing to blacksmithing, printmaking to pottery, sculpture to photography, oil painting to digital illustration, there is something for everyone!

Our gift vouchers and cards make a unique and memorable present, redeemable against anything on the CraftCourses site.


Who we are?


Made in Wales, we are a certified B corps™ company (a global movement committed to using business as a force for good) and members of the Good Business Charter and Fintech Wales. Our founder Kate Dewmartin won 'Creative Entrepreneur of the Year' at the GBEA awards 2022. 

We are a small team of engineering, editorial, customer service & marketing professionals. For 13 years now we have been dedicated to supporting artisans, craftspeople, arts centres & colleges across the UK, with our excellent and good value services, marketing & bespoke software.

Our mission is to shine a light on the many wonderful benefits of being creative and learning hands-on, practical skills. We are passionate about getting more of us making and doing things, meeting likeminded people and having some fun in the process!




Do you teach or make?


For our large community of over 6,400+ UK based artisan makers & tutors, we offer an effective and friendly way to share your fascinating skills with the world, book & sell your courses, kits & 'makes' and earn yourself significant additional income.

Teach with us - join the CraftCourses Makers Community! 

We are free to join, with no listing fees, we take a modest commission (the cheapest comparable rate we believe you will find) only when we deliver a fully paid up customer to you.

In return we offer a highly effective marketplace for your craft & art courses & kits, a very secure booking platform, full refund & cancellation handling, bespoke cancellation policies, safety & protection for both Makers & Customers , excellent customer services (real live friendly & polite people answering our phone calls and emails!) and fun & engaging marketing via our social channels, newsletters & our solid search engine rankings. 

What our tutors & makers say about us

Join the CraftCourses community, you will be among friends and very welcome !



Contact


We love to hear from you!

You can contact us between 9.30 a.m. and 3 p.m weekdays.

CraftCourses in the media

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29 May 2021
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19 Dec 2020
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17 Oct 2020
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9 Jan 2020
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8 Jan 2020
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11 Dec 2017
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11 Jan 2013

With over 45,000 reviews we needed a way to give our star Makers & Tutors the recognition they deserve. Browse the UK's most popular creative tutors & makers from the award-winners below

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Recent reviews

21 Nov 24'

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

"It was a brilliant weekend. I learnt so much from Tina, she was so helpful. As a student a bit further away I feel that she has set me up wonderfully to continue practising and progressing on my own. I had learnt a little bit from the internet and she was fantastic at adjusting the workshop so everyone there was being challenged enough to progress at their own speed. It was a very enjoyable weekend. "

Tina's Bobbin Lacemaking responded:

"Hello Poppy Thank you for taking the time to leave a brilliant review. It was a great pleasure to meet you and helping you on your lace makinh journey. I am looking into being able to start teaching remotely, if you are intrested. It possibly will not be until the new year. Before then do get in touch via email with a picture if you have any problems. Regards Tina "

21 Nov 24'

Maggie reviewed: Hare Sculpture workshop with Jo Garden Art in beautiful Norfolk/Suffolk

"Excellant,well organised day, clear instruction...in a loverly homely setting.Very clear directions and joining information. Plenty of refreshments ...and a loverly product to take home."

21 Nov 24'

Pete Grayson reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"Great course, as usual. Martin is a great tutor and makes the time very enjoyable. I’m really looking forward to next term. Thanks again Martin "

21 Nov 24'

L.C reviewed: Festive Willow Reindeer (1 day) in the Peak District

" I used a craftcourses gift voucher to make a willow reindeer with Anthony at the Zanthium Studios. He was very patient, funny and great at explaining everything. As a complete novice, I've impressed myself and my family with my creation and he will have pride of place in the hall this Christmas, greeting any visitors! We had a lovely lunch and afternoon cake and a really great day. Thank you! "

21 Nov 24'

Jasmine reviewed: Fused Glass Christmas Decorations with April Pebble

"Just wonderful, so festive and fun! Thank you so much, we all loved it"

21 Nov 24'

Penny Howard reviewed: Stained Glass Taster Course - Half Day

"The Stain Glass Starter Course was amazing & Gil & her helper were lovely. As a none artistic person who wanted to push her comfort zone & have some fun whilst being creative, this class was perfect & I can highly recommend it. We were encouraged but never pushed, helped but our wishes were never ignored & it was an enormous amount of fun with a jolly crowd. I went on my own & was warmly welcomed & included in everything & I can't thank you enough for a wonderful time. "

Rosehill Arts & Crafts responded:

"Penny - thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words, it is much appreciated. We are so pleased you enjoyed the course and hope your Robin has pride of place! Thanks again and take care. Gill and Grainne"

21 Nov 24'

Lisa Summers reviewed: Mosaic workshop at Jackie Nash Art

"We had a wonderful time. Would highly recommend. Thank you Lisa and Rose "

Jackie Nash Art responded:

"Hi Lisa I am really glad you had a lovely day, and you both continue to celebrate your special Birthdays throughout the year. If you have any mosaic questions just get in touch. Best wishes Jackie "

21 Nov 24'

Tim Swatridge reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"Thank you Martin an excellent course in a very goad facility. I enjoyed it very much with a large amount of learning."

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the nice review."

21 Nov 24'

Heather reviewed: Stained glass weekly classes in Sheffield (South Yorkshire)

"I have been doing courses with Martin since January 2017. It's a really learning experience. Martin helps you achieve whatever you want, no matter how challenging it is. He provides a safe environment to work in. I will continue to attend his classes as long as I'm able to."

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

"Thank you for the nice review, I look forward to seeing you again next term."

21 Nov 24'

Diane Kammerling reviewed: 1 Day Bring Your Own Upholstery Project

"What a stimulating and great day of learning with Lucy. Right from the start Lucy was very warm and welcoming and you feel at ease. Huge learning curve but Lucy is with you every step of the way and I came away feeling very enthused in continuing my pathway in Reupholstery. Loved it and would recommend wholeheartedly. Would love to do more courses."

Roundedby responded:

"Oh Di, thank you - this has made me smile, I love it when people 'catch' the upholstery bug! Well done for working so hard on your footstool, it was certainly one of the more memorable "what do we think is inside?" discoveries! You did such a great job, and I love how the pattern sits on the loaf shape of the stool - hope to see you again! Lucy"

21 Nov 24'

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

"A wonderfully productive day which I would thoroughly recommend. As a beginner excellent instruction, guidance and advice was given during the day whilst I was able to work at my own pace. Martin gives clear precise instructions in a very well organised workshop with everything you need on hand. Martin is incredibly patient being prepared to repeat demonstrations as many times as needed. I was amazed at the items I was able to make during the day and look forward to returning to do another course."

Martin McAssey Glass responded:

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

20 Nov 24'

Leanne reviewed: It's raining cats and dogs - painting pets in watercolour

"Thoroughly enjoyable day - painting with the talented, wonderfully funny Liz Chaderton - in the beautiful setting of Micklems Farm. Extremely good value for money, given all supplies are included. Liz provides perfectly placed tutorials and demonstrations throughout the day, and ensures everyone is comfortable and gets the support they need. The subject matter for this watercolours course was cats and dogs, which was simply lovely to work on. Liz brings plenty of inspiration for those who don't have pets themselves. I just loved this course. It was a privilege to spend time with Liz and learn the art of watercolours! "

Liz Chaderton Artist responded:

"Hi Leanne What a delightful review. Thank you so much. You quite made me blush. Hope you might want to come back again in 2025. Lizx"

20 Nov 24'

Rebecca Stewart reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Weaving Christmas Wreaths and / or other Decorations at Tenterden

"What an incredible course, in the most glorious setting! Highly recommended. I created the most beautiful woven wreath and feel those skills are something that I will use again and again. A craft that’s tactile and allows you to loose yourself in nature. Marianne was an incredible guide, who taught us the skills as we worked. There was no lost practice time from the moment we walked in to the moment we left with our treasured wreaths."

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Thank you so much for your review and recommendation, Rebecca, Would be great, if you could use it in a forest school setting. With your DIY background, it'll be easy to apply the skills to a whole manner of items. Have fun!"

20 Nov 24'

Ruth Cheesley reviewed: Linocut one day workshop: one to one

"Absolutely wonderful day with Annette learning all about linocutting! I had bought a kit and done a bit of experimenting myself but there's nothing that compares to sitting down with an artist and learning from their decades of experience. Annette is a fantastic teacher and really took the time to understand what I wanted to work on and the areas where I wanted to develop my skills. We had a great day focusing both on techniques and the all important lessons in how to get a good print when you've finished with the carving. I was able to make four small blocks for repeat printing on wrapping paper, and one larger block of a butterfly which we worked on for single prints. I loved being able to try different techniques like multi-layer prints which I wouldn't have come across otherwise, they came out really well! It was great to use her printing press which of course gives much better results than hand-pressing. Definitely recommend the course, Annette's knowledge is vast and she's incredibly helpful in pointing you towards tools, equipment and resources to ensure you can keep on printing when you get home!"

Annette Rolston responded:

"Thanks Ruth. Am glad you enjoyed the workshop. Happy printing. "

20 Nov 24'

Fee reviewed: Learn How to Decoupage Workshop

"Thank you Maxine... for a wonderful... inspiring hands on decoupage afternoon full of fun and laughter... I throughly enjoyed myself... You are a FAB teacher... sharing your creative talent and skills... You have given me lots of food for thought for some exciting creative projects... Thanks again... Lots of Happy Warm Wishes Fee 😀 "

I Luv Pebbles responded:

"I’m glad you enjoyed the workshop. Enjoy this new craft and projects using this technique "

20 Nov 24'

Audrey reviewed: Alien spoon carving

"I had a great day learning to carve a wooden spoon! Alan took us through the process step by step, teaching us how to use the tools safely and properly, and with plenty of breaks where we had delicious homemade food. Alan was a kind, patient, and helpful instructor. All in all, a very fun and memorable experience!"

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