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Recent Examples of cross-stitch
Noun
Some embroider the logo into a small cross-stitch pendant for key chains. ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026 Anti-ICE sentiment is also being incorporated in various crafts, appearing in cross-stitch patterns, felted brooches and beaded bracelets. Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026 Each wall is flanked by a checkerboard of products and the brand’s holiday gift boxes—each with a cross-stitch design that feels all at once new and nostalgic. Shanna Shipin, Allure, 17 Dec. 2025 Nana taught me to cross-stitch and tat; Papa taught me how to hit a golf ball and drive a lawn mower. Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 12 Aug. 2025 It’s finished with three-quarter-length sleeves and a cross-stitch inset at the neckline. Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 31 July 2025 Appliqué, embroidery, embossing, printing, cross-stitch, patchwork and leather marquetry are among the many techniques that have been applied over the years to the Puzzle, itself a feat of artisanal engineering given its novel cuboid construction. Miles Socha, Footwear News, 22 May 2025 The ring of cross-stitch Xs spins as the wearer moves the wrist while the central disc featuring the hands and Tiffany & Co. logo remained fixed. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2025 Some embroider the logo into a small cross-stitch pendant for key chains. Fu Ting, Fortune, 13 Sep. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cross-stitch
Noun
  • And Champagne meticulously sourced an impressive collection of rare vintage erotic needlepoint cushions from their French birthplace via Etsy.
    Zoey Goto, Architectural Digest, 6 May 2026
  • Heritage crafts like needlepoint, knitting, sewing, and embroidery are seeing a major resurgence, especially among younger makers.
    Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • At the hip, a voluminous cream and ivory ball gown skirt begins, heavily embroidered with delicate floral and botanical details in pale pink, gold, and white, pooling dramatically on the ground.
    Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
  • Dolly Parton has given the world many, many memorable quotes to live by and embroider on pillows or emblazon on candles as one sees fit.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 2 May 2026
Noun
  • Sewing, knitting, woodworking, needlework, and heritage techniques are being redefined as modern life skills, the report found.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Their relative newness to needlework hasn’t hindered business.
    Julianna Chen, Dallas Morning News, 3 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Designed for movement, the seamless long‑sleeve tee features a smooth, stretchy knit that wicks moisture and layers effortlessly.
    Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2026
  • Spring wardrobe upgrades include a comfortable waffle knit two-piece set for over half off, Levi’s jeans that are $46 off, and a wireless smoothing bra that’s just $21.
    Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • There are mittens, hats and scarves, handbags, small woven rugs and wall décor, as well as paintings and framed, vintage crewel embroidery.
    Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Find these prints in tapestry, crewel work and cut velvet for the biggest impact.
    Erin Hayes Burt, Dallas News, 13 June 2023
Verb
  • TikTok followers watched along as Jessica Kayll, who designs colorful silk robes, finished painting her dress in the days leading up to the gala.
    Beatrice Dupuy, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2026
  • But Embiid attempted only three more free throws for the rest of the game, finishing 8-of-9.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 5 May 2026
Verb
  • In addition to raising livestock, canning foods, harvesting her own fruits and vegetables, crocheting and more, the country music star takes pride in her farm-to-table way of living.
    Christina Dugan Ramirez , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
  • The event features several dozen vendors with handmade crafts and supplies, such as artisan wool, demonstrations on wool spinning and rug weaving and workshops on crocheting to broom making.
    Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026

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“Cross-stitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-stitch. Accessed 11 May. 2026.

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