Latest reviews

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 definately be looking to book on one of her other courses."

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 at though Lynn’s 12 week course. Really helpful working with a small group and working with others. Broadens my understanding of landscape too"

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. "

Jeff Carter reviewed: Glass blowing for beginners with Jon Lewis

"Really enjoyable experience - it's not as easy as he makes it look but you start to get the hang of it towards the end, which leaves you definitely wanting another go! After learning the basics of handling molten glass and making a few glass pebbles you soon move onto adding colours and blowing shapes. Jon talks you through everything and works very much at your pace so it never feels like you're being rushed onto the next thing - thoroughly recommended."

Sandy reviewed: Silver bangle making workshop

"Really enjoyed this course. The tutor was lovely and very patient with everyone. She explained things thoroughly and helped us all to achieve great results, with which we were all very pleased!! Thanks very much!"

Laura reviewed: Fused Glass Introduction with Manchester Stained glass

"I loved the Fused Glass workshop! I have done other workshops with Sharon and really enjoy her approach - just the right balance of demonstrating the skills needed and then letting us loose on all the beautiful materials . The Fused Glass class is especially good in that regard as there is an array of glass products to use- not just the sheets of flat coloured glass - which really did it for me! Such an enjoyable afternoon - as usual the small group setting meant that I could get help whenever I needed it - and I was really pleased with the piece I made."

Aly reviewed: Seaglass jewellery workshop at Sea & Solder, Dorset.

"Had a lovely, and very interesting, day & can't believe I made my own pendant - with a little help from Jules! Jules is an excellent and patient teacher, happy to let you get on, or help as required. Booked to make a ring next. Thx Jules. "

Lesley Skibinska reviewed: Copper Sculpting workshop: Chasing & Repousse

"Great course, wonderful setting, fab tutor. Totally recommended. Made 3 items, learnt several new skills. Bring your creative side with you."

Nigel Wood reviewed: Two day wood carving course at Middleton Hall

"Loved it. Excellent course well planned and presented. Geraint was pleasant, friendly and full of advice and help through out. Will book another course to keep learning. "

Annie Scott reviewed: Beginners Lino Print Workshop

"Cat is a lovely teacher. Very good with guidance, ideas and patience! Pleased with my creations and would recommend. "

CatKing Artwork responded:

"Hi Annie Thanks for your kind review. It was a pleasure teaching you and I hope you keep printing! Kind regards Cat"

Teresa St Claire-Barrass reviewed: Two day stone carving course at Middleton Hall

"Absolutely loved this course. Miranda explained the stone carving brilliantly & was always on hand to either demonstrate, assist and explain the process.It was a lovely weekend in a lovely setting, well organised with everything you needed to hand. We came away very proud of our Portland stone carvings."

Amerton Arts Studio responded:

"Thank you for your review Teresa, glad you all enjoyed it. "

Linda reviewed: Hardwood table furniture making course with Finbarr Lucas

"I recently had the delight of attending Finbarr’s 3-day table making course. His small class size means he’s always on hand to guide students. He is immensely knowledgeable and has a unique style of teaching. In the same way that a yoga teacher or physiotherapist uses their hands to correct your stance, Finbarr positions you so that you apply the correct pressure where wood and blade meet. Finally, I can make straight cuts!!! Not only did I learn loads, but I had a wonderful, relaxed weekend with friendly people. Oh, and delicious cake!!"

Finbarr Lucas responded:

"Many thanks, Linda. It was a delight to meet you and the other students on the course last weekend, and I thoroughly enjoyed the three days. There are a lot of different skills to take on on this course, from marking and measuring, cutting and shaping, chopping and drilling, to sanding, finishing and waxing, and you applied yourself to all of them enthusiastically and with determination. You should be very proud of the table you produced, and I hope it takes pride of place in your home. My partner Jess was very chuffed to have mention of her home-made cakes as well!"

Ieuan Rosser reviewed: Welding For Beginners

"The course exceeded expectations. A very relaxed environment and style of course, a small group so lots of one to one advice and guidance. The content of the course was flexible enough to fit to the various needs of the attendees. Very hands on early in the day following the safety introduction, but the theory and principles were covered naturally as the day went on. Liam was a very knowledgeable instructor and was always on hand to answer questions with clear and easy to understand explanations. Would highly recommend to others looking to gain an understanding of core welding principles whilst having a predominately hands on day in a comfortable and welcoming environment."

Sue reviewed: 3D Elegant Lady A4 Canvas

"My daughter and I attended the ‘elegant lady canvas’ workshop and thoroughly enjoyed it. Jan was very welcoming and kept us well supplied with drinks and snacks. Her teaching was very clear and she guided us through the various techniques but also gave us lots of opportunities to apply our own creativity and ideas. I would thoroughly recommend this workshop."

Fiona Thomas reviewed: Fused Glass Workshop - Tea Light / Votive Candle Holder

"Fantastic morning, I loved getting creative and I’m so pleased with my pieces. Thanks so much, will definitely book again 😊"

David Woodhouse reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - Saturday Workshop

"I had the most fabulous day learning the basics of upholstery with the wonderful Sarah who welcomed me into part of her home. This day was part of my birthday present bought for me by my wife and I can honestly say that the whole day was just perfect. Sarah is a brilliant teacher who demonstrated each part of the process in a comprehensive way to ensure that I had a complete understanding of what was required, she then let me try and replicate the process with gentle hints to assist me in getting the required result. At no point was I made to feel inadequate and I was delighted with my finished result and will definitely return for some more instruction but this time with my wife who is also keen to learn."

Leiah reviewed: Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

"Brilliant workshop. I would highly recommend attending and I will definitely head back soon. "

Christine Smith reviewed: Willow Plant Supports Workshop - Willow weaving with Willowtwisters

"What a wonderful setting weavers wood is to learn to make plant supports. Sara is so friendly and patient. I can’t believe in 3 hours I came home with 2 fabulous willow structures. Thank you Sara. I’ll be back. "

Willowtwisters responded:

"It was a pleasure Christine. Thank you for your kind words and I'm glad you like our Weavers Wood! We love it too! "

Mandy Bown reviewed: Willow Catalan Tray Taster Workshop with Dovecote Willow

"The willow weaving course I did was really enjoyable. I’m thinking about doing another one!"

Dovecote Willow responded:

"Thank you Mandy, you were a pleasure to teach! 🤩"

Ranbir K. Bains reviewed: Natural dyeing - a taster day

"Thoroughly enjoyed this course. Judy is very engaging as a tutor. Her knowledge and years of experience is evident in the ease with which she is able to impart this in her teaching. I am new to the craft of dyeing and having thought I would be able to teach myself I realised how invaluable it is to learn from a practitioner a plus is Judy still loves her craft and teaching its techniques to new students."

Judy P. dye - print - weave responded:

"Thankyou so much Ranbir, I’m glad you enjoyed the day. And I look forward to seeing you in July for another workshop. Get back to me with any questions when you are set up at home to do your own plant dyeing. "