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Recent Examples of cross-stitch
Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2020
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
The Scheels Sweater Weather Collection features four tumblers in royal maroon, peacock blue-green, baby pink with white polka dots and white with red cross-stitch patterns.
—Ada Tseng, WWD, 31 Oct. 2024
Tatiana tended to her large acreage of farmland and often spent her evenings knitting socks or crafting complex cross-stitch patterns of landscapes, animals and ballerinas.
—Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 16 Oct. 2024
Photo: Oscar Foster-Kane A cross-stitch armchair by Pierre Chareau.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 19 July 2024
Why won’t Target accept my poorly done cross-stitch in exchange for some yoga pants?
—Alice Burton, Vulture, 14 Jan. 2024
The group will be offering free cross-stitch and embroidery kits to anyone interested in learning to stitch.
—The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Jan. 2024
Aida Cloth Aida is the most popular cross-stitch fabric.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
Noun
Anthropologie's Annie mug quite literally screams mom (but in a subtle way) with a textured feel that is meant to resemble cross-stitch.
—Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2020
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
The Scheels Sweater Weather Collection features four tumblers in royal maroon, peacock blue-green, baby pink with white polka dots and white with red cross-stitch patterns.
—Ada Tseng, WWD, 31 Oct. 2024
Tatiana tended to her large acreage of farmland and often spent her evenings knitting socks or crafting complex cross-stitch patterns of landscapes, animals and ballerinas.
—Christopher Cann, USA TODAY, 16 Oct. 2024
Photo: Oscar Foster-Kane A cross-stitch armchair by Pierre Chareau.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 19 July 2024
Why won’t Target accept my poorly done cross-stitch in exchange for some yoga pants?
—Alice Burton, Vulture, 14 Jan. 2024
The group will be offering free cross-stitch and embroidery kits to anyone interested in learning to stitch.
—The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Jan. 2024
Aida Cloth Aida is the most popular cross-stitch fabric.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cross-stitch
Noun
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Saxon Ratliff Saxon Ratliff wearing sunglasses with a Smathers & Branson American flag needlepoint sunglasses strap.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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In addition to canvases, Penny Linn Designs sells needlepoint accesories and tools, like scissors, needles and wicker bags to hold them in.—
Megan Sauer,
CNBC,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Elliot was dressed in a white and brown onesie with a bunny and two carrots embroidered on top of a pocket for the festive photo shoot.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Designed to bring some chi-chi to a seasonal tablescape, the collection features plates dusted with pollen-like dots and linens embroidered with bees and blooming tulips, each piece channelling the natural beauty of Daylesford’s Market Garden.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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The collection is an homage to the rich history of needlework, quilting and handmade artistry, aiming to connect modern makers with timeless designs from the past.—
Courtney Lane,
Kansas City Star,
20 Apr. 2025
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First, both Hawthorne's main character Hester Prynne and factory worker Sarah Cornell were known for their needlework and charity.—
Melissa Gray,
NPR,
26 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Paired with a matching green tweed bomber jacket, brown Aran knit and her signature skinny jeans, the royal was clearly in full country mode—not unlike when she was photographed near her home in Norfolk for the cover for British Vogue back in 2016.—
Emily Chan,
Vogue,
14 Apr. 2025
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Manual tasks like knitting and sewing require focus, dexterity and memory, while gardening encourages both physical activity and mental engagement through planning and tracking growth.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Find these prints in tapestry, crewel work and cut velvet for the biggest impact.—
Erin Hayes Burt,
Dallas News,
13 June 2023
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Elizabeth Cooper, another Bay Area designer, highlighted furry alternatives such as alpaca (see the Arhaus pillow at right), while Bethesda, Md., designer Marika Meyer likes the tactility of crewel embroidery.—
Kathryn O’Shea-Evans,
WSJ,
30 Dec. 2020
Verb
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The race day gap to Leclerc Leclerc’s brilliant drive to grab third place in Jeddah, finishing only nine seconds off race winner Oscar Piastri of McLaren, pointed to the potential that lies within the Ferrari SF-25 car.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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But Brunson finished Tuesday with a series-low 16 points on 4-of-16 shooting and scored only three points in the fourth quarter.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Her content included making clothes, crocheting and light furniture flips, among other crafty projects.—
Cemile Kavountzis,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Some people who crochet may only do it occasionally, such as in the winter months.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Cross-stitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-stitch. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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