Reuse and Repurpose: Keeping Textiles Alive
Bought at auction, this 45cm fragment of a Flemish tapestry was the perfect size to become a cushion. The RSN Embroidery Studio cleaned and stabilised the piece, then paired it...
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Reuse and Repurpose: Keeping Textiles Alive
Bought at auction, this 45cm fragment of a Flemish tapestry was the perfect size to become a cushion. The RSN Embroidery Studio cleaned and stabilised the piece, then paired it...
RSN Retreats: The Ultimate Hand Embroidery Experiences
The Royal School of Needlework is proud to introduce RSN Retreats, a new collection of luxury embroidery experiences combining expert tuition with exceptional destinations, exclusive cultural experiences and beautiful accommodation.
NEW! Fragile Threads Short Courses
As part of Fragile Threads, the RSN has created a special collection of five Short Courses exploring biodiversity, the natural world and our relationship with nature through hand embroidery.
The Knit + Stitch Show 2026
We’re excited to be returning to The Knit + Stitch Show at Alexandra Palace, London, this October! From Thursday 8 – Sunday 11 October, come along and visit us at...
RSN Durham Open Day (6 Nov)
Join us at RSN Durham for a special Open Day and discover more about our Certificate & Diploma and Hand Embroidery: Skills & Studies courses. Taking place at our RSN...
Fragile Threads Fundraiser
Fragile Threads is an innovative and collaborative partnership programme, made possible thanks to a grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The project aims to spotlight endangered species, celebrate ecosystems,...
NEW! RSN Schools and Communities Outreach
Ever since its beginning in 1872, the RSN has striven to keep the art of hand embroidery alive by passing on its skills and traditions to people from all walks...
What's on this Autumn?
See all the events, exhibitions, classes and more coming to the RSN between now and December! EVENTS & EXHIBITIONS The Knit + Stitch Show, Alexandra Palace, London, 8-11 October ...
The Worshipful Company of Upholders – the Circle of Life Project
The RSN Embroidery Studio was approached by the Worshipful Company of Upholders to project manage an ambitious community embroidery project celebrating the 400th anniversary of the granting of the Livery...
