fagoting

noun

variants or faggoting
Definition of fagotingnext
as in smocking

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  1. smocking
  2. needlepoint
  3. hemstitch
  4. cross-stitch
  5. crewel
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  • Her brand is characterized by voluminous designs featuring intricate handmade details, airy layers, and techniques such as quilting and smocking in dresses, sweeping skirts, and peplum tops.
    — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Its elastic Nap smocking and lighter-than-air fabric stay comfortable all the while — even when commuting in 90-degree weather.
    — Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Definition of smocking
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  • Ducsik notes that a truly beautiful vintage work of art can even set the color palette for an entire room, so be sure to consider the possibilities of an old oil painting or needlepoint picture before donating it.
    — Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The needlepoint artwork hung in Miron Ahler’s childhood bedroom.
    — Sara Ruffin Costello, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of needlepoint
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  • For this place setting, Kate Goddard of Wild Sky Events paired a textured white charger with a silver crosshatch pattern, a white hemstitch napkin, and a handmade paper menu with dusty gray-blue calligraphy.
    — Dobrina Zhekova, Sunset, 22 Jan. 2018
Definition of hemstitch
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  • 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
Definition of cross-stitch
Noun
  • Find these prints in tapestry, crewel work and cut velvet for the biggest impact.
    — Erin Hayes Burt, Dallas News, 13 June 2023
  • The client fell in love with a crewel fabric for the great room.
    — Celia Barbour, House Beautiful, 13 Dec. 2016
Definition of crewel
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