as in craft
an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
we learned about traditional handcrafts like barrel-making and leather-working at the colonial history museum
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Recent Examples of handcraft
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
Founded by master independent Rexhep Rexhepi, the Swiss atelier handcrafts fewer than 30 watches a year—most, if not all, of which are fitted with complex mechanical complications.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2026
Air Mail,
23 May 2026
The ultimate blend of luxury and artisan craftsmanship, this elegant quilt is handcrafted in India and features 100% cotton velvet, with a soft, vintage finish and box stitching for subtle texture.
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Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2026
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Noun
An introverted child, Ortiz grew up enjoying painting and handcrafts, as well as having an interest in engineering and how things are built.
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Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
Founded by master independent Rexhep Rexhepi, the Swiss atelier handcrafts fewer than 30 watches a year—most, if not all, of which are fitted with complex mechanical complications.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
With Roland-Garros underway, keep your eye out for the Coupe des Mousquetaires trophy, handcrafted by Mellerio’s silversmiths for more than 100 hours.
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Air Mail,
23 May 2026
The ultimate blend of luxury and artisan craftsmanship, this elegant quilt is handcrafted in India and features 100% cotton velvet, with a soft, vintage finish and box stitching for subtle texture.
—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handcraft
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Each day at work, I was surrounded by subcontractors who had mastered a craft.
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Shehadeh, though, is less willing to give up his craft.
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Injection pens for the weight loss treatment Wegovy, manufactured by Novo Nordisk A/S, on display during a news conference in Mumbai, India, June 24, 2025.
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The company stated that in cooperation with its partners, Naval Group is responsible for the production of this series of submarines, from design to shipbuilding, for manufacturing the main components of the nuclear boilers which are developed and produced with TechnicAtome.
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The situation has grown bleaker in the last decade and a half as commercial pressures have ramped up and media consolidation and digital shortsightedness have obliterated arts coverage.
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
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This week, investors are looking at the huge sums being spent and questioning whether AI can produce the profits and productivity necessary to make all the investment worth it.
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He was recently hired as a construction trades teacher for Chesterton High School.
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The trade deadline should be interesting for them.
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Michaels wanted to capture the excitement of a Halloween carnival with the Vintage Spirits collection, fashioning each piece in the collection after retro Halloween decorations.
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Designed by Marc Lalique in 1951, the bottle is fashioned from twisted glass, with a stopper in the shape of two soaring doves.
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State media reported that Kim is also reviewing plans to construct new naval bases.
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The story is constructed around a love connection made when candid voicemails sent by a grieving San Francisco prep cook wind up in the ear of the wrong person — a cute guy in Austin.
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With a dedicated ad campaign fronted by Clint 419, the founder of steetwear brand Corteiz, and Italian actor Alessandro Borghi, the collection is comprised of about 18 looks spanning outerwear, overshirts, utility vests, jeans and carpenter denim pants.
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Noma’s dining room, by contrast, is meticulously carpentered together, from the peaked ceiling to the bare floor, out of sanded oak and Douglas fir.
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“Handcraft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handcraft. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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