Thesaurus results for CROSS-STITCH

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noun

Definition of cross-stitch

as in needlepoint

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Recent Examples of cross-stitch

Noun

The cross-stitch border gives this kilim rug the feel of an heirloom piece–without the effort of rummaging through an estate sale. — Briana Feigon, Architectural Digest, 17 June 2026 The ring is further enhanced with the now iconic alternating 18-karat yellow gold cross-stitch and straight-bar motif. — Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 10 Feb. 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 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

The Oscar winner was doing needlepoint between takes while shooting the 1968 comedy, perhaps as a way to keep his hands busy.

— Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026
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

Definition of needlepoint

Verb

Cox, who’s been vacationing with Aniston and her boyfriend Jim Curtis off the coast of Mallorca, looked radiant in a white slip dress embroidered with floral designs.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026
There folks designed their own complimentary Scout Motors Stateside work shirts, choosing from an array of badges before turning over the button-downs to be custom embroidered.

— Lori Majewski, Rolling Stone, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of embroider

Noun

Historians generally say the embroidery was produced by English women, whose needlework was admired throughout Europe and praised in Norman sources after the Conquest.

— Tiago Ventura, Time, 10 July 2026
Through her studies, Walker began traveling to source textiles, meeting women artisans who still practiced complex handcraft techniques passed down for generations, such as needlework, ikat dyeing and beading.

— Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 28 May 2026

Definition of needlework

Verb

The collection also includes a special edition rollneck sweater with a dinosaur intarsia graphic that's knit right into the fabric.

— Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 30 July 2026
From dogs tenaciously reading and ebony-and-ivory lambs to intellectual cats and a rabbit that appears knitted, the finalists showcase the creativity of pet photographers worldwide.

— Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of knit

Verb

Charlene Catalano was looking for a ball of green-and-white yarn to crochet this year's winter scarf.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Some stylists braid the natural hair, then wrap hair extensions around each braid, while others braid cornrows and crochet the faux locs onto the natural hair with a latch hook.

— Amira Rasool, InStyle, 8 June 2026