Inspired by The RSN’s involvement with Coronation robes dating all the way back to 1902, we are celebrating with four of our RSN trained Tutors/Embroiderers embroidery kits, available in our Coronation inspired shop.

Coronation Thistle Kit

This beautiful kit has been designed by RSN Tutor Anita Harrison and was inspired by the thistles in the Commonwealth floral emblem worked in gold threads on the Queen Mother’s coronation dress.  She wore the dress to the Coronation of her husband King George VI in May 1937.  The leaf was inspired by the leaves in the Peace and Plenty Emblem on the Coronation Robe worn by Queen Elizabeth II in 1953.

Coronation Gold: Peace and Plenty Goldwork Kit

The design for this exclusive RSN kit was inspired by Queen Elizabeth II’s Coronation Robe, stitched by the RSN Embroidery Studio in 1953 with the theme of Peace and Plenty. This was symbolised by olives and wheat and was very appropriate for a post-war period still under food rationing.

Union Jack Kit

The iconic image of the Union Jack has been reworked by RSN Embroider Masako Newton, to create a beautiful coloured Blackwork kit. A blend of old and new, the faded subtle colours to Masako’s design gives the Union Jack a vintage feel and the design a modern edge.

The Majesty Of Stitch Kit

The prancing lion and unicorn are synonymous with majesty and royalty.  They have appeared on the royal seal for many years which the RSN gained in 1875 in recognition of the exquisite craftsmanship of its embroiderers. This design by RSN Tutor Helen Richman, celebrates the close ties between embroidery and royalty and the huge part that needlework has had to play in creating items of splendour and the tools used to achieve it.