Royal School of Needlework

We're Hiring - Embroidery Tutor & Course Designer!⁠ ⁠ We are seeking two full time equivalent (which may mean several part time) Embroidery Tutor & Course Designers to join our growing in-house team! ⁠ ⁠ You will support the Head of Contemporary Programmes, Short Course team and Marketing Team in delivering and shaping a new, world-class short course programme.⁠ ⁠ To read the full description and how to apply, follow the link in our bio under "New Role - Embroidery Tutor & Course Designer".

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Mental Health Awareness Week – Soothing Sounds 🎧💤⁠ ⁠ Pause your scrolling for 60 seconds and enjoy a peaceful moment with the relaxing sounds of stitching, following an RSN Stitch Bank beadwork tutorial on a rainy afternoon ☔⁠ ⁠ For the full soothing experience, listen with headphones.⁠ ⁠ Explore 500 free stitch tutorials via the link in our bio under “RSN Stitch Bank.” @RSNStitchBank

Last night, we unveiled our new Main Stage curtains at the Spring Gala - a truly special moment for us. We were honoured to welcome His Majesty King Charles III to celebrate an occasion that not only marks a milestone in our history, but also pays tribute to the enduring artistry and craftsmanship that bring stage design to life. Installed in 1997, the previous curtains bore the unmistakable marks of a life at the heart of performance - shaped by countless curtain rises and falls, and carrying the faint traces left by generations of dancers and singers as they rushed on stage for their final bows. Crafted in collaboration with curtain production specialists Gerriets and expert embroiderers at the Royal School of Needlework, the new curtains are made of mohair velour, each measuring 9.75m wide by 10.8m drop. They feature the personal cypher of His Majesty The King, Patron of the Royal Ballet and Opera, The Royal Opera and The Royal Ballet, who was in attendance in the Royal Box for the Gala. The evening brought together The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera, alongside the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, the Royal Opera Chorus and Jette Parker Artists. #RoyalBalletAndOpera #TheRoyalBallet #TheRoyalOpera #RoyalOperaHouse

Tutor Tuesdays – Jessica Ingram!⁠ ⁠ Next up in our Tutor Tuesdays series, this week we are spotlighting RSN Tutor Jessica Ingram @jessicaingram_embroidery . Not only does she teach a range of RSN Day & Evening Classes, but she also works in the Embroidery Studio and has many kits stocked in our RSN Shop.⁠🪡⁠ ⁠ Before coming to the RSN, Jessica worked as a Costume Assistant in the entertainment industry and always had a passion for History and an interest in traditional crafts, such as embroidery. In 2017, she joined our Future Tutors Programme and was honoured to receive the RSN Broderers’ Award for Top Student when she graduated in August 2020.⁠ ⁠ In 2023, Jessica was honoured to be part of our Embroidery Studio team who worked on a number of items for the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla, including The Kings Robe of State, The Queen’s Robe of Estate, the Anointing Screen, Chairs of State and the Stole Royal.👑⁠ ⁠ Jessica's favourite techniques are Or nué or Opus Anglicanum, given her interest in Medieval history!⁠ ⁠ Browse her range of Day & Evening Classes via the link in bio under "RSN Day & Evening Classes".⁠ ⁠ To see more of Jessica's work, follow her on Instagram @jessicaingram_embroidery

Mental Health Awareness Week - Psychological Benefits of Embroidery 🧠⁠ ⁠ Embroidery is a craft that invites us to slow down and helps provide a sense of order in moments of chaos. It stimulates the brain and regulates emotion, making it a positive artistic form of therapy. 🎨⁠ ⁠ Throughout the world, people of all ages embroider as a way to cope with trauma, reduce stress, and regulate mood. ⁠ ⁠ So take some time for yourself this week, and start stitching!⁠ ⁠ Work by RSN Certificate & Diploma Students: Helen McHale (Bristol), Jodi Cheng (Rugby), Kenny Damian (Online), IIke Cochrane (Rugby), Anna Marta Plonka (Glasgow), and Claire Abel (Hampton Court Palace).

Last few spaces on our Summer Programme!🌸⁠ ⁠ Choose from a range of classes that explore various techniques and designs, both Online and On-site! ⁠ ⁠ Book now via the link in bio under "New Summer Programme of Classes".

Certificate & Diploma Durham Summer Intensives are now open for booking! ⁠ ⁠ Join us in Durham this summer for an immersive onsite course where you can choose from a range of modules focussing on a variety of techniques!⁠ ⁠ If you are a new student, register via the link in bio under "Certificate & Diploma Registration" and then book your place via Bookeo.🪡 ⁠ ⁠ Work by Durham Certificate & Diploma Students: Maddy Kardasz, Emma Hardy, Susan Parsons, Joanna Ackroyd, Sarah Gledhill.

Beaded Embroidery with Imogen Melissa!⁠ ⁠ We are delighted to welcome Guest Tutor Imogen Melissa @imogenmelissa_embroidery to Hampton Court Palace for this gorgeous 3D Coral Inspired Beaded Box Frame Day Class! ⁠ ⁠ This work represents Imogen’s aim to modernise perceptions of embroidery through fresh beaded designs that play with colour combinations and unique 3D elements!🎨⁠ ⁠ Book your place now via the link in bio under “New Summer Programme of Classes”.

Floral Embroidery Kits 🪻⁠ ⁠ Shop our range of beautiful embroidery kits in the RSN Shop, where you can learn a variety of stitches and techniques whilst creating timeless pieces! ⁠ ⁠ Including these stunning floral designs, the ‘Pansy Wreath’ and the ‘Heath and Harebells' both designed by RSN Tutor Sarah Smith @asilkenthread .⁠ ⁠ Browse our range of embroidery kits now via the link in bio under “RSN Shop”.

History of Embroidery - New Modules Out Now!⁠ ⁠ Modules 4, 5 and 6 of our fascinating History of Embroidery Course are now live, so continue your learning journey and start exploring Eighteenth, Nineteenth and Early Twentieth Century Embroidery! ⁠ ⁠ For the full details and to purchase the course visit the link in our bio under "History of Embroidery - New Course".

Pattern Design in the Art Needlework Movement Live Online Talk!⁠ ⁠ Join RSN's Curator of Designs & Archives, Vicky Bevan @curator_vicky , on Wednesday 13 May to find out how the Arts and Crafts movement generated interest in pattern making, and how this interest translated into needlework designs!⁠ ⁠ Book your space now via the link in bio under "RSN Live Online Talks 2026".🗣️