This edition highlights the report on the ‘Russia, Royalty and the Romanovs’ exhibition at the Queen’s Gallery, featuring a detailed exploration of Russian history and the Romanov dynasty. There is an insightful account of the Hand & Lock Atelier tour, focusing on their intricate embroidery work for royalty and notable fashion houses. Additionally, the edition covers the presentation of the UCL Essay Competition Award to Lucelle Pardoe for her essay on translating Dutch children’s literature, and an announcement about the Society’s Centenary celebrations, including progress on the Centenary anthology.