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 both online and in-person at various venues around the UK and internationally.

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International Summer School 2021

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Day & Evening Classes, incl Online

Classes from 1-5 days for every level.

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Certificate & Diploma, incl Online

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

A 3-year degree course in Hand Embroidery

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Self-Paced Video Online Courses

Video-based online learning at your own pace

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Private Online Lessons

Private lessons with an experienced RSN Tutor

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Day classes
20Jun

ONL171 Or Nué: ‘Scallop Shell’ – NEW

20/06/2021£124.00 Sold Out
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Day classes
22Jun

ONL204 Raised Embroidery: ‘Summer Strawberries’ – NEW

22/06/2021£227.00
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Day classes
23Jun

ONL175 Silk Shading Summer Wreath – NEW

23/06/2021£139.00 Sold Out
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Day classes
24Jun

ONL155 From Drawing to Design

24/06/2021£106.00 Only 1 space left
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Day classes
26Jun

AKCONL1 Silk Shaded Peacock: Aga Khan Centre RSN Partner Class (Online)

26/06/2021£145.00 Sold Out
Join RSN Tutor, Jung Byun, to stitch this stunning Silk...
Day classes
26Jun

ONL192 Silk Shading & Goldwork Carousel Horse

26/06/2021£216.00 Sold Out
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Day classes
01Jul

ONL213 Raised Embroidery Jane Austen Inspired Rose Buttons – NEW

01/07/2021£118.00 Sold Out
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Day classes
02Jul

ONL187 Introduction to Canvaswork: ‘Bumblebee’ NEW

02/07/2021£154.20
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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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