This summer we will be celebrating the heritage of the Royal School of Needlework and its unique historic embroidery and textile collections with a carefully curated online Summer Series of classes during July and a dedicated in-person Summer School at Hampton Court Palace in August. Delving into the school’s Collection and Archive, our world-renowned Tutors have created a series of classes that engage with different techniques and collections pieces. Some of the Collection and Archive-inspired classes will also give an opportunity to see these pieces in person and to learn more about them from our Curators.

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Jacobean Crewelwork Floral Plate NEW

1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16 July

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Jacobean Crewelwork 'Tree of Life' (inspired by the 'Mary Queen of Scots' design, in the RSN Collection & Archive) NEW

1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 & 31 July

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Tudor Rose Inspired by Hampton Court Palace home to the RSN NEW

2, 7, 9, 14,16, 21, 23, 28, 30 July | 4 August

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RSN Studio Kits: 'Forget Me Nots Inspired by the Coronation Robe of Estate' NEW

2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July

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RSN Studio Kits: 'Delphinium Inspired by the Coronation Robe of Estate' NEW

3, 10,17, 24, 31 July

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Coronation Carriage

4, 5, 6 ,25, 26 July

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Flamboyant Peacock

6, 13, 20, 27 July

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Butterfly Bloom (Inspired by Crewelwork Screen) NEW

7 - 8 July - SOLD OUT

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Blackwork Cushion inspired by Collection & Archive NEW

9, 16, 23, 30 July

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Canvas and Gold Florentine Frog Prince (Inspired by the Isabel Elliot collection in the RSN Collection and Archive) NEW

11, 18, 25 July | 1 August

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Castle of Happiness Inspired By Jacobean Embroidered Caskets NEW

14, 16, 21, 23 July

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Silk Shaded Art Needlework Typography NEW

14 & 21 July

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Vespasian Psalter Inspired Flower NEW

14, 21, 28 July

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Captivating Crewelwork: ‘Little Bird & Butterflies’ Inspired by RSN Crewelwork Screen NEW

28, 29, 30 July | 1, 2 August - SOLD OUT

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Day classes
29May

MH104 Gold and Silk Shaded Flower inspired by an 18th century embroidered dress at Mapperton House, Dorset (Experience Class)

29/05/2026£180.00 Sold Out
Join us for an RSN Experience Class at the magnificent...
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03Jun

ONL26029 Experimental Goldwork: Breaking The Rules

03/06/2026£186.00
Ever wanted to push the boundaries of Goldwork to a...
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06Jun

HCP26019 Gold Lemon

06/06/2026£140.00 Only 4 spaces left
Join us to create a delightful card celebrating the arrival...
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06Jun

HCP26018 Native Meadows and Grasslands Sampler

06/06/2026£163.00 Sold Out
This sampler project is inspired by Britain’s beautiful meadow and...
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06Jun

ONL26030 Orange Tree

06/06/2026£197.00 Sold Out
This class is suitable for complete beginner. If you are...
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09Jun

RCT129 A Rose for Edward inspired by ‘The Edwardians: Age of Elegance’ exhibition at the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Exclusive Experience Class

09/06/2026£180.00
Join us in June for an exclusive hand embroidery class...
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10Jun

DMC102 Mythical Flower inspired by Divine & Mythical Creatures exhibition: RSN Experience Class

10/06/2026£180.00 Sold Out
Join us for an exclusive RSN Experience Class inspired by...
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12Jun

RCT128 Royal Wedding Dress Embroidery inspired by Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace. RSN Experience Class

12/06/2026£210.00 Sold Out
This is an exclusive RSN/Royal Collection Trust Experience Class to...

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