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.

The types of course that we offer are:

Day Classes

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

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Certificate & Diploma

Gain a high technical standard 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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BA (Hons) Hand Embroidery for Fashion, Interiors & Textile Art

A 3 year degree course

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Day classes
19Jul

5147 17th Century Wools & Gold

19/07/2019£111.00*Price includes the cost of £28.00 for the required kit. Sold Out
This introduction to 17th Century embroidery has been inspired by...
Day classes
20Jul

5148 Intermediate: ‘Goldwork Bee’

20/07/2019£118.00*Price includes the cost of £35.00 for the required kit.
This cute tubby bee will introduce you to Goldwork techniques...
Day classes ZK Silk Shading & Stumpwork Bunny in a Magic Forest
20Jul

5149 Silk Shading & Raised Embroidery: ‘Bunny in a Magic Forest’

20/07/2019£202.00*Price includes the cost of £42.00 for the required kit. Sold Out
Learn a traditional Silk Shading and Raised Embroidery technique working...
Day classes LT Art Nouveau Rose
20Jul

B5114 Silk & Metal Thread: ‘Art Nouveau Tiles’

20/07/2019£220.00*Price includes the cost of £60.00 for the required kit.
The Silk & Metal Threads Art Nouveau designs use silk...
Day classes
20Jul

G5007 Ottoman Embroidery: ‘Inspired by the RSN Collection’

20/07/2019£185.00*Price includes the cost of £25.00 for the required kit. Sold Out
The image  is from a piece of Ottoman embroidery in...
Day classes
21Jul

5150 Intro to Goldwork: ‘Butterfly’

21/07/2019£108.00*Price includes the cost of £25.00 for the required kit. Only 2 spaces left
Learn traditional Goldwork embroidery with this pretty butterfly design. Experience...
Day classes
22Jul

5152 Another 5 Techniques in 5 More Days

22/07/2019£445.00*Price includes the cost of £50.00 for the required kit. Only 3 spaces left
This  five day class is designed to introduce you to...
Day classes
22Jul

5151 Metal Thread Work: ‘Queen’s Silks’

22/07/2019£285.00*Price includes the cost of £50.00 for the required kit. Only 1 space left
‘The Queen’s Silks’ utilises gold, silver, copper and coloured metal...

“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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