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.

Day Classes

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

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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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Online Courses

Learn from the comfort of your own home.

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USA Summer School 2020

We're back in Lexington, Kentucky, in July 2020.

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Day classes
26Feb

DUR013 Intermediate Goldwork: ‘Sampling Traditional Couching with Linear Patterns’

26/02/2020£107.00 (*Price includes the cost of £21.00 for the required kit) Only 3 spaces left
This traditional Goldwork Couching class will help guide you with...
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26Feb

TT21 1 Day Tour & Taster Workshop ‘Winter Flower & Sprig Napkin’

26/02/2020£80.00 (*Price includes the cost of £20.00 for the required kit) Sold Out
Your day at the Royal School of Needlework will include...
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29Feb

BRI011 Introduction to Goldwork: ‘Dog Rose’

29/02/2020£135.00 (*Price includes the cost of £49.00 for the required kit)
This Introduction to Goldwork class will introduce you to some...
Day classes
29Feb

GLA005 Introduction to Ribbon Embroidery: ‘Frida Kahlo’

29/02/2020£111.00 (*Price includes the cost of £25.00 for the required kit) Sold Out
The project features the iconic artist Frida Kahlo, a riot...
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29Feb

HCP060 Introduction to Embroidery: ‘Eucalyptus Flower’

29/02/2020£114.00 (*Price includes the cost of £28.00 for the required kit)
This one Day Class is suitable for beginners who would...
Day classes
06Mar

HCP061 Intermediate Blackwork, Goldwork & Pulled Work: ‘Gothic Tracery’

06/03/2020£275.00 (*Price includes the cost of £35.00 for the required kit)
This class is a shaded blackwork project which combines several...
Day classes
07Mar

BRM007 Appliqué Butterfly: ‘Inspired by Maria Sibylla Merian’

07/03/2020£200.00 (*Price includes the cost of £35.00 for the required kit)
  Watch Helen McCook introduce the Appliqué Butterfly course at...
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07Mar

HCP063 Intermediate Crewelwork: ‘Lamb’

07/03/2020£116.00 (*Price includes the cost of £30.00 for the required kit) Only 1 space left
A lovely exploration of the technique of long and short...

“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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