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an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands volunteers demonstrating early American handicrafts, such as blacksmithing, glassblowing, and weaving

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Recent Examples of handicraft Also on Sundays, Mauerpark’s Flohmarkt is a sprawling expanse of vendors selling World War II–era memorabilia, vintage glassware, and handicrafts. Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 29 Aug. 2025 As a result of this community building, visitors can explore this welcoming and beautiful space all while purchasing these exquisite handicrafts made by these strong ladies. Tiffany Leigh, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025 Enjoy the exhibits: This year, they’re divided into culinary arts, hobbies and handicrafts, horticulture, livestock, table settings, visual arts, wine and woodworking. Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 19 July 2025 Separately, in February, UNESCO and India’s Ministry of Textiles showcased India’s handloom and handicraft industries to highlight their potential for transformation at the New Delhi textile fair. Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 30 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for handicraft
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Noun
  • There are ample craft cocktail and wine bars, as well as impeccable, catered food moments throughout the event.
    Jenny Adams, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
  • That money came largely from corporations that have an interest in how California crafts regulations and legislation.
    Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Floyd said the group also provides support to art teachers and school art programs through field trips and by funding art supplies.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2025
  • The science—or art—of cultivating beneficial attitudes and habits amid prodigious privilege is nascent.
    Christina Binkley, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The ocean regulates our climate, supports global trade, and feeds communities.
    Olivier Wenden, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025
  • The fallout from that trade, combined with injuries to Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis, derailed the Mavericks’ playoff hopes and led to widespread criticism of the team’s management.
    Evan Dammarell, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025

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“Handicraft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handicraft. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.

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