Royal School of Needlework classes and courses are now available online, with new and exciting choices being added regularly.

Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned embroiderer, you can enjoy joining in with a live Online Day or Evening Class delivered in small, friendly classes with expert RSN Tutors bringing a wealth of experience, technical knowledge and enthusiasm to each student.

If you prefer to learn at your own speed, in your own time, our self-paced  Online Video Courses created by RSN Tutors cover a range of styles and techniques.

You can can also choose to work on your own piece in a private Online Lesson with an experienced RSN Tutor, which is ideal for a helping hand and guidance for your own projects and unfinished objects.

There’s something for everyone, directly from the comfort of your own home.

LIVE Online Day & Evening Classes

Classes for every level of embroidery

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Online Video Courses

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Online Lessons

Private lessons with an experienced RSN Tutor

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Day classes
07Feb

ONL26009 Forget-Me-Not Silk Postcard

07/02/2026£166.00 Sold Out
This class is inspired by the beautiful embroidered cards sent...
Day classes
11Feb

ONL26010 Learn to Draw for Embroiderers 2 – Get Confident with Using Colour (European Time)

11/02/2026£109.00
RSN Learn to Draw for Embroidery Course Overview. You’re a...
Day classes
21Feb

HCP26005 Introduction to Blackwork Shading

21/02/2026£142.00
Discover the timeless elegance of blackwork embroidery in this introductory...
Day classes
21Feb

HCP26004 Native Wildflower – Snake’s Head Fritillary

21/02/2026£152.00 Sold Out
This striking native wildflower species can be identified by its...
Day classes
22Feb

RCT126 Embroidered Lily inspired by ‘Drawing the Italian Renaissance’ exhibition at the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Exclusive RSN Experience Class

22/02/2026£180.00 Only 3 spaces left
An Exclusive RSN/Royal Collection Trust event to be held at...
Day classes
27Feb

HCPSKST26001 Hand Embroidery: Skills & Studies Taster Day

27/02/2026£50.00
Please Note: This class is excluded from Friends discounts.  ...
Day classes
28Feb

HCP26006 Gold and Blackwork Butterflies

28/02/2026£200.00 Sold Out
This  class, is the perfect way to introduce you to...
Day classes
28Feb

HCP26007 Embroidered Spring Flower Cards

28/02/2026£142.00
Join us in creating a charming and beautiful card to...

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