Latest reviews

Carole reviewed: Gelli Plate Printing - Experimenting with Image transfer with Clare Cosens

"Excellent course; Clare is an extremely knowledgeable, patient and inspiring tutor. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and will be attending another soon!"

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

"Jo is a talented and patient teacher who is generous with her knowledge and time. I had a super day making a medium sized hare - I learnt lots and it was good fun too. Thank you Jo"

Andy Upson reviewed: Bladesmithing experience day

"Great welcome by a great bloke. Made to feel very comfortable. Workshop is a safe and easy place to work in. We did the one day knife making course. Loads of hands on work by us. Very happy a proud of the final product. Did I mention Steve is a top bloke. Thanks for a great day."

White Tiger Knives responded:

"Hi Andy Thank you for your review, it was a pleasure to host yourself and John in the shop yesterday. You both worked extremely hard and threw yourselves into each task with skill and well measured control. I hope you use your knives and you should take great pleasure and satisfaction from the hard work that created them. Kind regards Steve"

Sapana reviewed: Linocut Printmaking Workshop for beginners and improvers

"Thoroughly enjoyed the class leaning a new technique, Aprille is a lovely lady and answered all my questions. Thank you for this experience 😊"

Pauline reviewed: Blind Embossing: lino printing without inks, in Derbyshire

"Blind embossing course with Liz Welby Excellent course as ever. Fantastic workshop and location Liz provided a clear instruction sheet that can be taken home and studied an inspiration to carry on in future . All requirements for the day Can highly recommend any course by Liz"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Pauline, Always lovely to work with and thank you for letting me know about your time at the studio. Blind embossing is such an interesting process, with lots of potential for mixed media and print work. It’s speed and adaptability are a real bonus, and it’s good fun. Hope to see some of your new work in the near future. Best wishes Liz Wellby"

Rachel reviewed: Glass Fusing for Beginners - Flowers or Meadows Curved Art Half-day Class

"Jenny is a fantastic teacher. A lovely environment with expertise and guidance every step of the way. A great immersive experience. Thank you! "

Madeline reviewed: Crochet - Beginners - Wednesdays

"Great course in friendly company. Bryony is very patient, gives clear instructions and works through the basics of crochet at a gentle pace. Suitable for complete beginners or those returning to the craft and needing a refresher."

barry barnes reviewed: Mig Welding For Beginners Introductory Day Course.

"Brill day very good teacher lots of welding only down side no chocolate digestives . will keep in phone for help many thanks barry"

Newport Wrought Ironwork responded:

" Barry it was great meeting you and thank you for the review it is very much appreciated, I am happy that you enjoyed the welding and hope that you gained the knowledge that you required for future projects. If I can be of any assistance in the future please feel free to contact me . Regards Tony "

Becky G reviewed: Introduction to green woodwork course at Sallerton Wood

"I was bought the intro to green wood working day as a gift, I would wholly recommend it to anyone looking for an alternative present for someone. It is a magical and relaxing setting, Andy is a patient teacher and I came away with a spatula I'm really proud of! I hope to be back for more soon. Thank you Andy for a fab day."

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thank you very much indeed, Becky, for your kind review. We are really pleased that you enjoyed the course, and its relaxing woodland and streamside setting. We look forward to seeing you again sometime in the future if you return for another course."

Helen Houghton reviewed: Transfer printing on fabric

"I had a really lovely creative day learning Transfer printing. Alison is a very experienced textile artist and generous with her knowledge. I learned lots of new techniques and was able to experiment and enjoy playing around with new ideas. The studio barn is lovely and we were spoiled with hot drinks and home made cakes. I can’t wait to go back! "

Blooming Designs - Art in the Barn responded:

"Hi Helen, Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your day and I am so pleased you enjoyed the day. Transfer printing is a really fun day and very experimental. It is always exciting to see how the dyes are transformed when heat is added, you never know what the outcome will be ! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes Alison "

Sam reviewed: Blow a bauble at Chew Valley handmade glass

"We had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the experience. Everyone was very friendly (even those who were making their baubles before us). The guidance and support was clear and they made everyone feel like the piece they had created was special and unique!"

Chew Valley HandMade Glass responded:

"Thank you for your review Sam, always pleased to hear you have enjoyed your time with us. Lovely to meet you both. Regards Angie and Steve "

Joy Andrews reviewed: Creative Mosaic Making in-a-Day!

"5 stars! For some reason my previous review only left 3 stars despite clicking on 5! Three of us had a great day learning how to mosaic - fantastic to have a go at a new craft . Will hopefully be back "

Juli reviewed: Jewellery Making a Silver Spinner Ring incl. lunch

" Course was absolutely brilliant , tutoring was excellent, lovely lunch supplied and venue ideal. Thoroughly enjoyable and look forward to returning. "

EJaRt Creative responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your day and look forward to welcoming you back soon."

Karan simmonds reviewed: Kate Morrell willow sculpture courses

" Had a lovely day doing the work shop very friendly people and a great teacher in Kate come home with a great willow animal would definitely recommed it and great value for money x"

Kate Morrell willow sculpture responded:

"Many thanks for your kind review was lovely to meet you "

Linda reviewed: Jewellery Making a Silver Spinner Ring incl. lunch

"Excellent session. Helen was extremely knowledgeable, patient and supportive. I would highly recommend "

Catharine Meakin reviewed: Needle Felting course with FURZIE at Pirzwell Workshop, Cullompton, Devon

"Fantastic day with Michelle in a wonderful venue. As an absolute novice at needle felting under Michelle’s guidance I was able to create my first creature. The day flew by so quickly, we learnt different techniques and the whole atmosphere and crafting was very therapeutic. Definitely inspired by Michelle’s wonderful work - will be taking up as my new hobby - highly recommend to all "

Sonia C reviewed: Ecoprinting- Exploring the Magic and the Alchemy

"I very much enjoyed the eco-printing course. Our tutor was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We did lots of different printing of leaves on various materials and had wonderful surprises on seeing our finished projects. I would definitely recommend this day course."

Sue Cottrell reviewed: Crafty Basketry's Willow Plant Support (Obelisk or Cloche) at Cowshed Workshop, Tenterden - Morning Course

"19/04/24 I completed the day course on making a basket. I found the course quite challenging for me but Marianne was patient and supportive throughout the day. She has an abundance of knowledge about the craft and I learnt a lot about the processes involved. I am happy that I managed to complete a basket. Thank you Marianne for all your support."

Crafty Basketry responded:

"Thank you so much for your review, Sue! It was lovely to have you on board. You're so modest, as you made a massive basket; great size and shape and I love the colours. Well done, you! I hope you'll have a lot of pleasure, using your basket over the years."

Sarah reviewed: Create with a gel printing plate in Derbyshire

"The advanced Gelli mono print class was intensive. Liz was able to demonstrate several new processes aimed at bringing more depth to our printing knowledge. In a group setting this was particularly enlightening as each person had a slightly different interpretation and we were all able to learn from each other. Liz’s relaxed manner and knowledgeable instruction helped us to be experimental yet still maintain the structure of whatever we were learning. I would highly recommend this course to anyone with a little printmaking knowledge who wants to develop new techniques in a friendly yet professional atmosphere!"

Liz Wellby - Artist, Teacher & Maker responded:

"Hi Sarah, Lovely to hear from you and thank you for letting me know about your workshop experience - it’s much appreciated. It’s always interesting working with artists whose skill set is already extensive and their focus has been developed and honed with different creative media. You bring different ideas and understanding, but with the curiosity to explore a new way of working, which creates an interesting challenge for me too. There was a lovely energy throughout the day, which you really added to. I hope you have time to continue mono printing, as I feel it will work really well with your painting practice, allowing for an interchange of ideas. Best wishes and happy printing Liz Wellby "

Kathryn reviewed: Pottery & Ceramics Ad hoc sessions, Learn when you want

"We had such a lovely afternoon creating. Geri was lovely and it was very relaxed and chilled. Thank you"

Geraldine Francis Ceramics responded:

"Thank you for your review, You were both great students. "

Elaine Gawronska reviewed: Pick & Mix Glass Fusing Taster Sessions

"A first for all four of us and we really enjoyed it. Very happy with all our creations and would recommend. Give it a go. Different and fun."

Dawn Turner Designs responded:

"So pleased you all enjoyed the session, you all did some amazing pieces; I’ve been holding off sharing until I knew you’d had your ‘opening ceremony’ - thank you for your lovely feedback - Dawn "

Ros reviewed: Fused glass introduction 1/2 day at Kingcot, Worcestershire

"Thankyou Vicky for a great time. Very relaxed and enjoyable. "

Kingcot Gallery responded:

"Dear Ros, you are more than welcome and thank you for doing this course as part of your family celebrations. All the best Vicky"

Caroline reviewed: Pottery wheel & glass fusing private course

"Myself and my friend booked for the half day pottery and glass fusing course. It was so much fun and a perfect way to try out 2 different activities. Both activities were fully supported and Chris and Sarah were both very patient with the many questions we asked. We have just received our finished items and are so happy with the final results. Thoroughly recommend."

Sarah Greening Glass responded:

"It was great to meet you both and so pleased your pieces arrived in the post OK. Many thanks, Sarah"

Kath Doyle reviewed: Ecoprinting- Exploring the Magic and the Alchemy

"I really enjoyed the day and learnt a lot. Fiona packed a huge amount in. The day was extremely well organised and she even provided biscuits. "

Caroline reviewed: Lampshade making with Grace & Favour Home, Devon

"A very kind, patient teacher who nothing was too much trouble for. A brilliant course. Thank you Rachel"