<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Imagine learning embroidery in the home of Henry VIII's famed Abraham Tapestries, which have hung on these hallowed walls since 1547. Turns out, it's a thing. The Royal School of Needlework is based at Hampton Court, and offers Europe's only degree program specialising in hand-embroidery. </p><br><p>We meet three students from the class of 2025. Featuring: hard work and failing eyes, the marvellous crusty vibes of sea creatures, melted plastic, rock animism, Indigenous wisdoms and a possible haunting... who said embroidery was quiet pursuit? </p><br><p>If you find the Episode valuable, please help us share it.</p><p>Find links and further reading at <a href="https://thewardrobecrisis.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">thewardrobecrisis.com</a></p><br><p><strong>Support the show on Substack - </strong><a href="https://wardrobecrisis.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">wardrobecrisis.substack.com</a></p><br><p>Tell us what you think. Find Clare on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrspress/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@mrspress</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>