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 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. There’s something for everyone and we teach at various venues around the UK and internationally, as well as online.

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Day & Evening Classes

Classes from 1-5 days for every level across the UK.

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Online Classes & Tuition

Learn from the comfort of your own home.

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Certificate & Diploma

Gain a high technical standard in hand embroidery

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BA (Hons) Hand Embroidery

A 3-year degree course in Hand Embroidery

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Future Tutors Programme

A full-time 3-year course to teach & work at the RSN.

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Our Tutors

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13Dec

ONL103 Friendship Angel

13/12/2020£39.00
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20Dec

ONL104 Christmas Pudding Bauble

20/12/2020£39.00 Only 1 space left
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05Jan

Protected: ONL088 Technical Tuesdays: Term Two (with Jacqui MacDonald, Daytime)

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05Jan

Protected: ONL082 Technical Tuesdays: Term Two (with Sarah Smith)

05/01/2021£300.00
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05Jan

Protected: ONL085 Technical Tuesdays: Term Two (with Sara Rickards)

05/01/2021£300.00
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05Jan

Protected: ONL062 Technical Tuesdays: Term Two (with Jacqui MacDonald)

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Day classes
14Jan

ONL109 Drawing Basics for Beginners

14/01/2021£187.00
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16Jan

ONL105 Basic Box Making

16/01/2021£114.00 Sold Out
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“I have just been to a course in Glasgow and wanted to say what a really uplifting experience it was.”

Maud, RSN Scotland

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“Brilliant day, wonderful tutor, relaxed atmosphere.”

Gill, Hampton Court Palace

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“My lesson exceeded all my expectations. This experience is a highlight of my life!”

Peggy, Hampton Court Palace

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“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

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“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

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“Where better to learn than with the experts?”

Cecelia Rexworthy

Certificate student

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