RSN Gift Cards can be used for:

• Purchases in the RSN Online Shop
• Our range of Onsite and Online Day and Evening Classes, plus Private Lessons, including those at Hampton Court Palace and other locations.
• Our Online Talks, including Talks on Demand
• For Certificate & Diploma classes (please contact the Education Team to use your gift card).
• Studio Tours

We are sorry but RSN Gift Cards cannot be used for our self-paced, video Online Courses https://www.rsnonlinecourses.com.

Important information, please read before purchase:

RSN Gift Cards are digital products delivered electronically, via email. You or your selected recipient will receive an email containing a unique ‘Gift Card code’ which can be redeemed at our site checkout. No physical item will be shipped.

The minimum value is £10 and the maximum value is £1,000. You can choose from a pre-defined value, or choose your own amount to cover any special purchase or occasion.

RSN Gift Cards are valid for one year from the date of purchase.

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Certificate & Diploma students — please contact the Education Team at education@royal-needlework.org.uk to have RSN Gift Card credit applied to your C&D Bookeo account before booking classes. Thank you.

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A Partridge in a Pear Tree 1980’s

This stylised and dynamic design from the Royal School of Needlework archives was originally designed for a canvas stool top in 1980’s. The studio has reworked the design for this kit using appliqué and metal thread embroidery.

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You will use Appliqué, Bayeux Stitch, Couching (thread and Japanese passing), Fishbone Stitch and Stem Stitch.

All materials and instructions included.

This kit is suitable for all levels.

Designed and Made by the RSN Studio, Hampton Court Palace, England

All the stitches covered in this kit and more can be found on the RSN Stitchbank.

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Abbey.

Made in the RSN Studio, Hampton Court Palace,  England

Kit Contents:

Fabric: Purple velvet, Calico, Yellow felt

Needles: Embroidery 10, 12, Chenille 22, 20, Tapestry 22, Curved needle

Threads: Gutermann 488, Gutermann 257, DMC Diamant 3821

Metal threads: Gilt Twist No 3, Gilt Pearl Purl Super, Gilt Smooth Purl No 8,Gilt Rough Purl No 8, Gilt Wire Check Purl No 8

Notions, Soft String, Seed Beads, Beeswax

Kit  Dimensions:

Velvet Fabric Dimensions: 35x35cm

Design Dimensions: 22x10cm

Materials needed to complete the Kit:

Slate Frame or Roller Frame

Sharp Scissors or goldwork scissors

Tweezers

Mellor (optional)

Velvet board (for intermediate and advanced)

General fine pins

About: 

The RSN Embroidery Studio team were honoured to work on nine pieces for the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla.  One of the Coronation pieces, designed and hand embroidered by the RSN, was the Robe of Estate of Her Majesty Queen Camilla who is patron of the RSN.  The Coronation Robe was made with a rich purple velvet and embroidered using the technique of Goldwork.

The Queen’s Robe of Estate was designed to represent Their Majesties love of nature and the environment.  There were a total of 24 plants featured on the Robe, all chosen for their personal associations, with wild flowers at the base of the robe, leading up to the four emblematic flowers of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Flowers included the Delphinium, one of The King’s favourite flowers and the birth flower of July, the birth month of The Queen; the ‘Alchemilla Mollis’, known as Lady’s Mantle, which symbolises love and comfort; Cornflowers, which help to attract and encourage wildlife such as bees and butterflies; Lily of the Valley, which featured in Her Majesty’s wedding bouquet and was a favourite flower of Queen Elizabeth II; Myrtle, which represents hope; and Oak leaves which symbolise strength and longevity. Scabiosa, known as pincushion flowers, is also featured on the Robe, which is a reference to the Royal School of Needlework’s connection with Her Majesty, and her dedicated support since she became Patron. For the first time, the Coronation Robe also featured insects including a bee, butterfly, snail and ladybird.

The kits have been worked onto purple cotton velvet using gold threads with each design having a flower and insect from the original design.

The six kits in the Coronation Inspired Collection  include:

• Lady’s Mantle and Snail – Beginner
• Pincushion Flower and Dragonfly – Beginner
• Forget-me-knot and Caterpillar – Intermediate
• Cornflower Spray and Butterfly – Intermediate
• Dandelion and Ladybird – Advanced
• Delphiniums and Bee – Advanced
• https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1P39CR5hFUg

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Level: Beginner

This flower is very special to the RSN as it represents our link to Her Majesty and the continuing support she gives the charity. This design has a mix of gold threads used in both traditional and contemporary ways, giving a three-dimensional element. This kit has the extra flourish of ivory-coloured beads to add highlight to some of the flower tips The design is for beginners as well as those with experience in Goldwork.

Made in the RSN Studio, Hampton Court Palace, England

Kit Contents:

Fabric: Purple velvet, Calico, Yellow felt

Needles: Embroidery 10, 12, Chenille 20, 22, Curved needle

Threads: Gutermann 488, Gutermann 257, DMC Stranded 3821, DMC Diamant 3821

Metal threads

Gilt Grecian Cord

Gilt Twist No 3

Gilt Pearl Purl No 1

Gilt Pearl Purl Super

Gilt Pearl Purl Very Fine

Gilt Bright Check Purl No 8

Gilt Smooth Passing No 6

Notions: Gilt Spangles 2mm, Seed Beads, Beeswax

Velvet Fabric Dimensions: 35x35cm

Design Dimensions: 20x13cm

Materials needed to complete the Kit:

Slate Frame or Roller Frame

Sharp Scissors or goldwork scissors

Tweezers

Mellor (optional)

Velvet board (for intermediate and advanced)

General fine pins

About: 

The RSN Embroidery Studio team were honoured to work on nine pieces for the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla.  One of the Coronation pieces, designed and hand embroidered by the RSN, was the Robe of Estate of Her Majesty Queen Camilla who is patron of the RSN.  The Coronation Robe was made with a rich purple velvet and embroidered using the technique of Goldwork.

The Queen’s Robe of Estate was designed to represent Their Majesties love of nature and the environment.  There were a total of 24 plants featured on the Robe, all chosen for their personal associations, with wild flowers at the base of the robe, leading up to the four emblematic flowers of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Flowers included the Delphinium, one of The King’s favourite flowers and the birth flower of July, the birth month of The Queen; the ‘Alchemilla Mollis’, known as Lady’s Mantle, which symbolises love and comfort; Cornflowers, which help to attract and encourage wildlife such as bees and butterflies; Lily of the Valley, which featured in Her Majesty’s wedding bouquet and was a favourite flower of Queen Elizabeth II; Myrtle, which represents hope; and Oak leaves which symbolise strength and longevity. Scabiosa, known as pincushion flowers, is also featured on the Robe, which is a reference to the Royal School of Needlework’s connection with Her Majesty, and her dedicated support since she became Patron. For the first time, the Coronation Robe also featured insects including a bee, butterfly, snail and ladybird.

The kits have been worked onto purple cotton velvet using gold threads with each design having a flower and insect from the original design.

The six kits in the Coronation Inspired Collection  include:

• Lady’s Mantle and Snail – Beginner
• Pincushion Flower and Dragonfly – Beginner
• Forget-me-knot and Caterpillar – Intermediate
• Cornflower Spray and Butterfly – Intermediate
• Dandelion and Ladybird – Advanced
• Delphiniums and Bee – Advanced

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Level: Intermediate

This delicate design uses the technique of combining colour with gold in the process of couching gold threads and the wrapping of Pearl Purl with purple stranded cotton before couching it down. The flowers use a combination of cut work and couching with long and short stitch in a delicate thread, all finished off with a spangle. The technique for the caterpillar gives a true sense of movement up the stem. The design is an intermediate level and some previous experience in Goldwork is recommended.

Made in the RSN Studio, Hampton Court Palace, England

Kit Contents:

Fabric : Purple velvet, Calico, Yellow felt, Gold leather

Needles: Embroidery 10, 12, Chenille 20, 24, Curved needle

Threads: Gutermann 488, Gutermann 257, DMC Stranded 823, DMC Diamant 3821

Metal threads

Gilt Smooth Passing No 6

Gilt Twist No 3

Gilt Grecian Twist

Gilt Pearl Purl No 1

Gilt Pearl Purl Super

Gilt Bright Check No 6

Gilt Smooth Purl No 8

Notions: Gilt Spangles 3mm, 4mm, Beeswax,

Kit  Dimensions:

You will need:

Made in the RSN Studio, England

About: 

The RSN Embroidery Studio team were honoured to work on nine pieces for the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla.  One of the Coronation pieces, designed and hand embroidered by the RSN, was the Robe of Estate of Her Majesty Queen Camilla who is patron of the RSN.  The Coronation Robe was made with a rich purple velvet and embroidered using the technique of Goldwork.

The Queen’s Robe of Estate was designed to represent Their Majesties love of nature and the environment.  There were a total of 24 plants featured on the Robe, all chosen for their personal associations, with wild flowers at the base of the robe, leading up to the four emblematic flowers of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Flowers included the Delphinium, one of The King’s favourite flowers and the birth flower of July, the birth month of The Queen; the ‘Alchemilla Mollis’, known as Lady’s Mantle, which symbolises love and comfort; Cornflowers, which help to attract and encourage wildlife such as bees and butterflies; Lily of the Valley, which featured in Her Majesty’s wedding bouquet and was a favourite flower of Queen Elizabeth II; Myrtle, which represents hope; and Oak leaves which symbolise strength and longevity. Scabiosa, known as pincushion flowers, is also featured on the Robe, which is a reference to the Royal School of Needlework’s connection with Her Majesty, and her dedicated support since she became Patron. For the first time, the Coronation Robe also featured insects including a bee, butterfly, snail and ladybird.

The kits have been worked onto purple cotton velvet using gold threads with each design having a flower and insect from the original design.

The six kits in the Coronation Inspired Collection  include:

• Lady’s Mantle and Snail – Beginner
• Pincushion Flower and Dragonfly – Beginner
• Forget-me-knot and Caterpillar – Intermediate
• Cornflower Spray and Butterfly – Intermediate
• Dandelion and Ladybird – Advanced
• Delphiniums and Bee – Advanced

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Level: Beginner

This charming design uses the technique of couching for the leaves and cutwork for the flowers. with the snail using a combination of both techniques. These techniques use a selection of different threads enhancing the textures and play with light which is common in Goldwork. The flowers are finished with ivory-coloured beads representing the pearls used on the robe. This kit is ideal for a beginner as well as those with experience in Goldwork.

Kit Contents:

Fabric: Purple velvet, Calico, Yellow felt

Needles: Embroidery 10, 12, Chenille 20, 22, Curved needle

Threads: Gutermann 488, Gutermann 257,DMC Stranded 3821, DMC Diamant 3821

Metal threads

Gilt Grecian Cord

Gilt Twist No 3

Gilt Pearl Purl No 1

Gilt Pearl Purl Super

Gilt Pearl Purl Very Fine

Gilt Bright Check Purl No 8

Gilt Smooth Passing No 6

Notions: Gilt Spangles 2mm, Seed Bead, Beeswax

Kit  Dimensions:

You will need:

Made in the RSN Studio, England

About: 

The RSN Embroidery Studio team were honoured to work on nine pieces for the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla.  One of the Coronation pieces, designed and hand embroidered by the RSN, was the Robe of Estate of Her Majesty Queen Camilla who is patron of the RSN.  The Coronation Robe was made with a rich purple velvet and embroidered using the technique of Goldwork.

The Queen’s Robe of Estate was designed to represent Their Majesties love of nature and the environment.  There were a total of 24 plants featured on the Robe, all chosen for their personal associations, with wild flowers at the base of the robe, leading up to the four emblematic flowers of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Flowers included the Delphinium, one of The King’s favourite flowers and the birth flower of July, the birth month of The Queen; the ‘Alchemilla Mollis’, known as Lady’s Mantle, which symbolises love and comfort; Cornflowers, which help to attract and encourage wildlife such as bees and butterflies; Lily of the Valley, which featured in Her Majesty’s wedding bouquet and was a favourite flower of Queen Elizabeth II; Myrtle, which represents hope; and Oak leaves which symbolise strength and longevity. Scabiosa, known as pincushion flowers, is also featured on the Robe, which is a reference to the Royal School of Needlework’s connection with Her Majesty, and her dedicated support since she became Patron. For the first time, the Coronation Robe also featured insects including a bee, butterfly, snail and ladybird.

The kits have been worked onto purple cotton velvet using gold threads with each design having a flower and insect from the original design.

The six kits in the Coronation Inspired Collection  include:

• Lady’s Mantle and Snail – Beginner
• Pincushion Flower and Dragonfly – Beginner
• Forget-me-knot and Caterpillar – Intermediate
• Cornflower Spray and Butterfly – Intermediate
• Dandelion and Ladybird – Advanced
• Delphiniums and Bee – Advanced

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Level: Intermediate

This delightful spray brings in the additional technique of Appliqué for the base of the flowers from which Purl threads are freely worked to give the distinctive shape of a cornflower petal. This design has a wide range of contrasting textures and surfaces that encourage the play of light. The butterfly is a delicate addition to one of the buds. The design is an intermediate level and some previous experience in Goldwork is recommended.

Made in the RSN Studio, Hampton Court Palace, England

Kit Contents:

Fabric: Purple velvet, Calico, Yellow felt

Needles: Sharp 12, Chenille 24, Curved needle

Threads: Gutermann 488, Gutermann 257, DMC Stranded 939, DMC Diamant 3821

Metal threads

Gilt Smooth Passing No 6

Gilt Twist No 3

Gilt Pearl Purl No 2

Gilt Pearl Purl No 1

Gilt Pearl Purl Super

Gilt Gimp

Gilt Bright Check No 8

Gilt Wire Check Purl No 8

Gilt Smooth Purl No 8

Gilt Rough Purl No 8

Notions: Gilt Spangles 3mm, Seed Beads, Beeswax

Velvet Fabric Dimensions: 35x35cm

Design Dimensions: 22x12cm

Materials needed to complete the Kit:

Slate Frame or Roller Frame

Sharp Scissors or goldwork scissors

Tweezers

Mellor (optional)

Velvet board (for intermediate and advanced)

General fine pins

Made in the RSN Studio, Hampton Court Palace, England

About: 

The RSN Embroidery Studio team were honoured to work on nine pieces for the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla.  One of the Coronation pieces, designed and hand embroidered by the RSN, was the Robe of Estate of Her Majesty Queen Camilla who is patron of the RSN.  The Coronation Robe was made with a rich purple velvet and embroidered using the technique of Goldwork.

The Queen’s Robe of Estate was designed to represent Their Majesties love of nature and the environment.  There were a total of 24 plants featured on the Robe, all chosen for their personal associations, with wild flowers at the base of the robe, leading up to the four emblematic flowers of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Flowers included the Delphinium, one of The King’s favourite flowers and the birth flower of July, the birth month of The Queen; the ‘Alchemilla Mollis’, known as Lady’s Mantle, which symbolises love and comfort; Cornflowers, which help to attract and encourage wildlife such as bees and butterflies; Lily of the Valley, which featured in Her Majesty’s wedding bouquet and was a favourite flower of Queen Elizabeth II; Myrtle, which represents hope; and Oak leaves which symbolise strength and longevity. Scabiosa, known as pincushion flowers, is also featured on the Robe, which is a reference to the Royal School of Needlework’s connection with Her Majesty, and her dedicated support since she became Patron. For the first time, the Coronation Robe also featured insects including a bee, butterfly, snail and ladybird.

The kits have been worked onto purple cotton velvet using gold threads with each design having a flower and insect from the original design.

The six kits in the Coronation Inspired Collection  include:

• Lady’s Mantle and Snail – Beginner
• Pincushion Flower and Dragonfly – Beginner
• Forget-me-knot and Caterpillar – Intermediate
• Cornflower Spray and Butterfly – Intermediate
• Dandelion and Ladybird – Advanced
• Delphiniums and Bee – Advanced

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Level – Advanced

This stunning design brings together and extends a wide range of techniques, some, already used in several of the other kits and is aimed at an experienced embroiderer. There are significant three-dimensional elements throughout, contrasting with padded smoother surfaces. The quirky ladybird adds a little humour to the piece. This design is for an advanced embroiderer with a good understanding of Goldwork.

Made in the RSN Studio, Hampton Court Palace,  England

Kit Contents:

Fabric: Purple velvet, Calico, Yellow felt

Needles: Embroidery 9, 10, 12, Chenille 20, Curved needle

Threads: Gutermann 488, Gutermann 257, DMC Stranded 823, DMC Diamant

Metal threads

Gilt Smooth Passing No 6

Gilt Medium Gimp

Gilt Pearl Purl No 1

Gilt Pearl Purl Super

Gilt Wire Check Purl No 8

Gilt Rough Purl No 8

Gilt Broad Plate

Notions: Gilt Spangles 3mm, Kid leather, Seed Beads, Beeswax

Kit  Dimensions:

Velvet Fabric Dimensions: 35x35cm

Design Dimensions: 15x17cm

Materials needed to complete the Kit:

Slate Frame or Roller Frame

Sharp Scissors or goldwork scissors

Tweezers

Mellor (optional)

Velvet board (for intermediate and advanced)

General fine pins

Made in the RSN Studio, England

About: 

The RSN Embroidery Studio team were honoured to work on nine pieces for the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla.  One of the Coronation pieces, designed and hand embroidered by the RSN, was the Robe of Estate of Her Majesty Queen Camilla who is patron of the RSN.  The Coronation Robe was made with a rich purple velvet and embroidered using the technique of Goldwork.

The Queen’s Robe of Estate was designed to represent Their Majesties love of nature and the environment.  There were a total of 24 plants featured on the Robe, all chosen for their personal associations, with wild flowers at the base of the robe, leading up to the four emblematic flowers of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Flowers included the Delphinium, one of The King’s favourite flowers and the birth flower of July, the birth month of The Queen; the ‘Alchemilla Mollis’, known as Lady’s Mantle, which symbolises love and comfort; Cornflowers, which help to attract and encourage wildlife such as bees and butterflies; Lily of the Valley, which featured in Her Majesty’s wedding bouquet and was a favourite flower of Queen Elizabeth II; Myrtle, which represents hope; and Oak leaves which symbolise strength and longevity. Scabiosa, known as pincushion flowers, is also featured on the Robe, which is a reference to the Royal School of Needlework’s connection with Her Majesty, and her dedicated support since she became Patron. For the first time, the Coronation Robe also featured insects including a bee, butterfly, snail and ladybird.

The kits have been worked onto purple cotton velvet using gold threads with each design having a flower and insect from the original design.

The six kits in the Coronation Inspired Collection  include:

• Lady’s Mantle and Snail – Beginner
• Pincushion Flower and Dragonfly – Beginner
• Forget-me-knot and Caterpillar – Intermediate
• Cornflower Spray and Butterfly – Intermediate
• Dandelion and Ladybird – Advanced
• Delphiniums and Bee – Advanced

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A striking fine bone china mug featuring the Stitch Bank iconic stitch logos.

Made in England by the Royal School Of Needlework 

Embroidery is a living art. The aim of RSN Stitch Bank is to ensure that hand embroidery is not just kept alive, but flourishes into the future. RSN Stitch Bank (rsnstitchbank.org), an online resource created by the Royal School of Needlework aims to conserve and preserve every stitch around the globe. 

The Royal School of Needlework, or RSN, was founded in 1872 with a mission to preserve the art of hand embroidery. To mark the RSN’s 150th anniversary, RSN Stitch Bank (rsnstitchbank.org), was launched to continue this mission; digitally conserving and showcasing the wide variety of the world’s embroidery stitches and the ways in which they have been used in different cultures and times. 

The RSN Stitch Bank is an ongoing project. More stitches are added regularly and the RSN works with partners around the world to include stitches from different traditions.  The Stitch Bank currently includes more than 400 stitches, divided across 28 disciplines, from crewel embroidery to whitework. 

Every purchase of this book supports the Royal School of Needlework Charity no 312774

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Made from 60% Wool and 40% silk.

Dimensions: 59cm x 177cm

A beautiful scarf produced exclusively for the Royal School of Needlework, the design is inspired by an original piece ‘The George Osborne Waistcoat’ from the eclectic Collection at the RSN. This vibrant, silk embroidered waistcoat features in our current exhibition Tales of Textiles curated by Dr Isabella Rosner.

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