Latest reviews

Rose Barned reviewed: Abstracting the Landscape in Acrylics - Workshop

"This course I took was an amazing time to stop, look and listen to all that was said about acrylic abstract landscapes. A small and friendly group led by Lynn who promotes your own magical abilities to your signature art. I would highly recommend this course to anybody who wants to start their own journey with the love of acrylic abstract art. Loved my time with Lynn in the silk mills Frome in Somerset. Xxxxx"

Paint What You Feel responded:

"Thanks Rose, as always it was great fun working with you. I love your enthusiasm and sense of humour. You also have great drive to develop your work which is inspiring. I was delighted that you sold not 1 but all of your lovely Dragonfly series-how many was it? 6, 7? That's fantastic. Part of this process is finding confidence to share your work. Something that lots struggle with! Well done! x"

Oliver Roper reviewed: Full Day Set Piece Experience with Orchard Blacksmith

"I did the full day experience on 04/05/24 and it was a Great Day and Experience. The instructor Sean was great and the group I was apart of all a good bunch. Highly recommend this to anyone interested in learning the basics of Blacksmithing."

Rachel reviewed: Braided Wire Bracelet

"My daughter and I had a great time making bracelets and earrings and are really chuffed with our new jewellery. Pat was so kind and patient, the other ladies in the group were good fun and we had delicious coffee, cake and biscuits all morning. Brilliant!"

Mhairi reviewed: Porridge Bowl Making

"We had a great time making wooden bowls, I'd highly recommend!"

Jane Turley reviewed: Wood joints class using reclaimed materials

"What a fabulous day! I got all I wanted from this course and more. Tyler is an excellent educator - patient, bursting with knowledge and know-how, and who creates a safe, supportive environment to learn in and is generous both with his skills and time. I recommend this very highly indeed! "

TM Woodcrafts responded:

"Thank you very much for your kind words and for joining me! It was a pleasure to have you for the day! You did fantastic! 🙂"

Florence Myles reviewed: Enamelled jewellery for beginners and improvers - fired glass jewellery techniques

"I had a very enjoyable day rediscovering enameling after a 50 year break! I enjoyed it as much as I did then. Toni is an excellent teacher, receptive to her students' needs and backgrounds. I will be back for more!"

Dan Rees reviewed: Make a shave horse at Sallerton Wood

"I had the privilege of attending the shave horse making course at the beginning of May and I had an amazing time. The course was well paced over two days, allowing us to have plenty of time to learn and practise new skills. I was not much of a woodworker to begin with, but feel much more confident in the skills and with the tools needed. Andy was such a great teacher (I had already done the introduction to green woodworking course previously) and the setting is magnificent. Don't worry about bringing a lunch either, Andy fed us well on both days!"

Sallerton Wood responded:

"Thanks, Dan, for taking the time and trouble to post your positive review. It's great that you enjoyed the course, and the woodland setting in which it took place. We hope that you get a lot of enjoyment from using the shave horse that you made, and we look forward to meeting you again if you decide to return to Sallerton Wood sometime in the future. Many thanks for your support."

Annette reviewed: Fissures II - Nuno Felted Mosaic Scarves

"What a fantastic day! Thank you Emma. Great tuition - so patient & knowledgeable. Lots of beautiful materials to choose from. I'm so inspired to make another scarf at a different workshop. Looking forward to making my matching bag! The Home made flapjacks were scrummy too!"

Sue reviewed: Fissures II - Nuno Felted Mosaic Scarves

"Great Fun! Love the result."

Kasia reviewed: Welding day class

"That welding course was fantastic! The instructor was incredibly knowledgeable and approachable, making learning a breeze. I loved the session where I could practice new techniques with confidence. It was also a great opportunity to connect with other enthusiasts. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in welding skills. It was a great pleasure. Thank you very much!"

Mark Cotton reviewed: Willow Weaving ‘Pheasant’ Workshop

"Great course and tuition, and also great fun. The pheasants we produced were all very personalised. Mine has pride of place in my garden."

Stanwick Lakes Art and Craft Courses responded:

"Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are really happy that you enjoyed the workshop and shall pass your comments onto the tutor Jane. We hope to see you here at Stanwick Lakes again soon. Best wishes, The Stanwick Lakes team."

Vickie Rudkin reviewed: Beginners half-day pairs pottery throwing workshop

"Had a pottery workshop with Louise on Sunday and it was so much fun. She was very patient with us both and we have not laughed like that in a very long time. We did manage to get some respectable pieces off in the end too and can't wait to see what they come out of the kiln like! Would highly recommend Louise and the workshops at Blended Monkey - Simon does the woodwork courses too. Lovely spot and a really creative place to be."

Catherine reviewed: Silver clay short course

"Absolutely amazing course x Anna was so knowledgeable, patient and helpful. I was able to make several pieces while there, that I love, and felt confident that I could continue and try these myself at home. The environment was calm and well set out, with all equipment and the work area clear and clean, Anna talked me through various methods and techniques so that I was familiar how I could build these into my pieces when working alone. I really enjoyed my day, I couldn't be happier. Thank you Anna "

Silver Jewellery Art responded:

"Hi Catherine, what a lovely review of the course. I'm glad you liked it and that you've caught the bug to continue working independently. It was a great pleasure for me to work with such a talented person. Thank you."

Jude reviewed: Introduction to throwing on the potter's wheel

"Spent a really great afternoon with Geri being shown how to throw a pot. Thank you for your patience and excellent advice"

Geraldine Francis Ceramics responded:

"Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to meet you. Geri "

Julie reviewed: Full day sea glass stone setting with silver clay - Make a fine silver sea glass pendant necklace

"A great day! The step by step instructions and individual attention ensured we all left with a lovely piece of jewellery. Would thoroughly recommend. Thank you so much!"

Rebecca Oxenham Jewellery responded:

"Thank you so much for the lovely review. I am so glad you enjoyed the day. X"

Penny reviewed: Mosaic day workshop- Learn mosaic techniques with Professional Artist Coralie Turpin - South Yorkshire.

"I had a fabulous day on this course, even though I turned up with only a rough idea of what to do. Coralie, the tutor, is very helpful and generous with her skills and knowledge. I learnt a huge amount in just one day! The workshop is in a large room full of light, in a big building of artists' studios. You can't help but feel the creativity everywhere! I would highly recommend this course. "

Coralie Turpin Artist responded:

"Thank you for your lovely review Penny, It was a wonderful day. You’ve definitely got the eye, your piece is a delight. See you soon now you’ve caught the bug of mosaic making. Best wishes Coralie"

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

"Mum and I had the best time on this course! Vicky was warm and welcoming, and so knowledgeable- she put us at ease right away! We enjoyed making our pieces enormously, and can’t wait to see them once they’ve been fired!"

Sue Lovels reviewed: Design your own Fused Glass Flower

"Arrived broken...poorly packed Patchy response from seller He eventually replaced the broken part but I had to pay the additional postage.... Have bought better pieces from better sellers"

Janice reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Middleton Hall

"Great way to spend a weekend, learn a new skill and take something home from it. Instruction was first class and friendly. Setting was beautiful and the weather was perfect. Would thoroughly recommend to anyone wanting to learn something new. Thank you."

Charles Tye reviewed: Two day dry stone walling course for beginners in association with Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain

"A great introduction to an old craft. Excellent tutors, a good bunch of fellow students and a fine looking wall at the end of it. In my unbiased opinion. All conducted in a fantastic landscape which is enhanced by the walling throughout."

Sharon reviewed: One day fused glass course at North Norfolk Stained Glass

"Attended this course yesterday and met some lovely other attendees in a very calm atmosphere. Paul was super informative and attentive, and very patient. I love my piece of glass and it was fascinating how different, yet beautiful each piece was. Thank you Paul. "

Tracey Clayton reviewed: Needle felted Dogs and Cats in Hebden Bridge

"It was a fabulous day, Josephine was so patient and knowledgeable, I will definitely be looking to book on one of her other courses."

Phinefibre responded:

"Thank you so much Tracy, very happy you had a fab day. It was really lovely to meet you after connecting online. Hopefully see you on another course soon."

Anna Brooker reviewed: Spoon carving in the woods

"Fantastic workshop! Suz was very patient with our somewhat questionable skills and carefully explained each technique. Very calm, mindful atmosphere sitting in a clearing in the bluebell wood, whittling away. Very happy with our slightly wonky first attempts at spoons and ordering some whittling tools this week! Highly recommended! "

The Coppice Co. responded:

"Thank you Anna! Best of luck with your continuing spoon journey!"

vivien meadows reviewed: Abstracting the Landscape in Acrylics - Workshop

"An inspiring interactive workshop building on our skills with encouragement, advice and new ways of tackling lines, paint and materials. Took me forward another stage from where I’d arrived on Lynn’s 12 week course. Really helpful working with a small group and working with others. Broadens my understanding of landscape too"

Paint What You Feel responded:

"Thank you for your review Vivien. As always, I really enjoy working with you. Your work is inspiring and I'm glad that with a little guidance you are developing some really beautiful pieces, with beautiful passages of paint that are uniquely you. The group was great, everyone put in 110%. I think we were all exhausted by the end of it! I loved it too. Happy painting, Lynn"

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

"Along with two friends we attended Ade’s fantastic Blacksmith Course near Yarm. A warm welcome with coffee followed a comprehensive H&S talk and then we were away with our first project. Ade & Andy provided help and humour all day showing how to get the best results from our time at the furnace. Debbie’s lovely food was served with a smile & the lunchtime added to the feeling of camaraderie amongst the group. At the end of the day we had two nice projects to show off at home and a lot of laughs along the way. Highly Recommended for anyone to attend. "