Classes & Courses at the RSN
Students come from all over the world to take classes at every level.
Royal School of Needlework classes and courses are renowned for the level of teaching expertise. We cover a full range of techniques from stunning Goldwork and Crewelwork to Blackwork and Silk Shading. Tuition is delivered in small, friendly classes with expert RSN Tutors bringing a wealth of experience, technical knowledge and enthusiasm to each student.
Enjoy a Day or Evening Class, work on your own piece in a private tuition session or take your love of embroidery to the next level and join us on the Certificate & Diploma programme. Our full-time BA (Hons) degree course is your springboard to a creative career in fashion, interiors or textile art. There’s something for everyone and we teach both online and in-person at various venues around the UK and internationally.
Try a Day Class
ONL23121 Oh Christmas Tree
HCP2085 Bah Humbug!: Beaded Christmas Decorations
ONL23123 Christmas Tree Inspired by Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’
RCT109 Queen of Scots Sprig inspired by 17th century embroidered bed hangings at the Palace of Holyroodhouse – EXCLUSIVE (Onsite)
HCP2086 Festive Wreath Brooch – NEW
ONL23125 From Drawing to Design
CC104 Goldwork Bee: Canterbury Cathedral onsite partnership class
ONL23124 Metalwork Gingerbread House
“I have just been to a course in Glasgow and wanted to say what a really uplifting experience it was.”
Maud, RSN Scotland
“Brilliant day, wonderful tutor, relaxed atmosphere.”
Gill, Hampton Court Palace
“My lesson exceeded all my expectations. This experience is a highlight of my life!”
Peggy, Hampton Court Palace
“The quality of the teaching is superb. I am achieving a level of technical skill which I never would have thought possible before I started the course.”
Ghislaine Peart
Diploma student
“I enrolled on the course because I was planning my early retirement. The course is rich, creative and inspirational and it’s just amazing what you can achieve.”
Ann Howden
Diploma student
“Where better to learn than with the experts?”
Cecelia Rexworthy
Certificate student