Royal School of Needlework
International centre of excellence for the art of hand embroidery, founded 1872.
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History of Embroidery - New Course - PREORDER
History of Embroidery - New Course - PREORDER
Explore iconic pieces, ground-breaking techniques, influential makers, and the social forces that shaped embroidery through the centuries.
The National Embroidery Awards 2026 | Entry
The National Embroidery Awards 2026 | Entry
National Embroidery Awards 2025. Welcome to the inaugural National Embroidery Awards competition (formally the Madeira competition).
RSN Live Online Talks 2026
RSN Live Online Talks 2026
Learn more aboute the RSN and see rare and wonderful embroidery treasures in our series of live online talks followed by Q&A sessions.
BA (Hons) Hand Embroidery Degree & Open Days
BA (Hons) Hand Embroidery Degree & Open Days
Get a feel for the Royal School of Needlework and experience the setting where you would undertake your Hand embroidery Degree.
RSN Day & Evening Classes, Online & Onsite
RSN Day & Evening Classes, Online & Onsite
At the RSN we run a wide array of embroidery classes, including online, teaching a variety of techniques from beginner to advanced level.
NEW exhibition: "Divine and Mythical Creatures from the RSN Collection & Archive"
NEW exhibition: "Divine and Mythical Creatures from the RSN Collection & Archive"
RSN Embroidery Studio
RSN Embroidery Studio
RSN Embroidery Studio: Bespoke Embroidery, Conservation and Restoration, Since 1872
Certificate & Diploma Registration
Certificate & Diploma Registration
Start your learning journey, sign up to become a Certificate and Diploma student at Royal School of Needlework
Fragile Threads Partnership Programme
Fragile Threads Partnership Programme
Combining art and advocacy, the Royal School of Needlework is championing biodiversity, using needle and thread to craft powerful messages about the importance of protecting the natural world. ‘Fragile Threads’, is an innovative and collaborative partnership programme made possible thanks to a £247,000 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and aims to spotlight endangered […]
RSN Shop
RSN Shop
RSN Collection & Archive
RSN Collection & Archive
Certificate & Diploma Online Information Sessions
Certificate & Diploma Online Information Sessions
Get a feel for the Royal School of Needlework and experience the setting where you would undertake your embroidery course.
RSN Video Online Courses
RSN Video Online Courses
RSN embroidery courses are available online for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own home. Learn at your own pace. In partnership with SewandSo.
RSN Stitch Bank
RSN Stitch Bank
RSN News & Blog
RSN News & Blog
Keep up to date with the Royal School of Needlework, our Tutors, stitchers and students, and what's going on with our charity and classes.
Hand Embroidery: Skills and Studies
Hand Embroidery: Skills and Studies
Professional Embroidery Tutor Online Information Sessions
Professional Embroidery Tutor Online Information Sessions
Interested in becoming a tutor at the Royal School of Needlework? Our professional qualification teaches you hand embroidery to the highest standard.
Become a Friend of the RSN
Become a Friend of the RSN
Our RSN friends make vital contributions in supporting the work we perform and without it, we would struggle to continue
Sign up for RSN eNews
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Keep up to date with all the latest news, classes, exclusive products, events and appeals from the Royal School of Needlwork by signing up to our newsletter
Join our Team
Join our Team
AS the Royal School of Needlework thrives we are constantly on the lookout for new volunteers and tutors, find out how you can join our team
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