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Recent Examples of cross-stitch
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
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
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Heritage crafts like needlepoint, knitting, sewing, and embroidery are seeing a major resurgence, especially among younger makers.—
Kate Donovan,
Martha Stewart,
3 Apr. 2026
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Skill Stacking Many people are investing their time and money in learning to sew, needlepoint, or knit—to save money in some cases, but also to better understand how things are made and to build personal confidence.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Mark & Graham’s bespoke pillow covers can be embroidered with monograms, names and dates, commemorating weddings, birthdays and anniversaries.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Sheer Maxi Dress Consider this Chanel dress, embroidered with floral appliqués that distract the eye from the body beneath, as proof that nearly sheer dresses needn’t amount to impropriety.—
Chloé Versabeau,
Vogue,
12 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Sewing, knitting, woodworking, needlework, and heritage techniques are being redefined as modern life skills, the report found.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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Their relative newness to needlework hasn’t hindered business.—
Julianna Chen,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Sky blue is in for spring, and this organic cotton knit is soft, airy, and easy to wear on its own or layered in transitional weather.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, the body is made of a slub knit that skims the body and has plenty of stretch.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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
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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
Verb
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Up next Both teams finish the regular season at home on Wednesday night.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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English finished tied for 30th (-1), while Harmon finished tied for 33rd (+1).—
Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Whether crocheted with the express intention of being worn on a beach, cut as a minimalist column, or fashioned into something altogether more attention-seeking–semi-transparent, or indeed extremely transparent–these are the five maxi dresses worth investing in as the mercury begins to creep up.—
Chloé Versabeau,
Vogue,
12 Apr. 2026
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From linen-blend classics to crochet cover-ups, these Amazon finds are made for warm-weather escapes.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Cross-stitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-stitch. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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