as in homemade
created by a hand process rather than by a machine
bought a handcrafted wooden bowl at the arts and crafts fair
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Recent Examples of handcrafted
Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
View gallery - 7 images A wooden dragon sculpture that gently flaps its wings has become a crowd-funding hit, but after seeing the traditional handcrafted work that's been put into every single model, making each one unique, the value of such a piece becomes strikingly clear.
—New Atlas, 24 Mar. 2026
Inspired by China’s vast and diverse culinary landscape, the restaurant presents a blend of contemporary and traditional dishes, from dim sum and handcrafted dumplings to shareable regional specialties.
—Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
Made in Italy, the handcrafted Baked Collection features intense pigments whipped into a decadent cream, then baked on terracotta tiles into a powder to ripen color vibrancy.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
The seven-bedroom, seven-bath home reflects his love for handcrafted materials and modernist influences, especially from Frank Lloyd Wright and Mexican architect Luis Barragán.
—Businessden, Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2026
This storefront specializes in handcrafted, pre-made, ready-to-go casseroles, party dips and cheese straws, and sweet treats, like caramel iced bundt cake.
—Colleen McNally Arnett, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
The handcrafted, surreal nature of DreamQuil is what helps set it apart.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 10 Mar. 2026
Lego has been present at F1 races since last season, hosting in-person activities that have included functional, life-size cars and handcrafted trophies made out of bricks for podium finishers.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Its handcrafted Mazzucchelli acetate frames include polarized UV400 lenses and are IPX4 water-resistant.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
View gallery - 7 images A wooden dragon sculpture that gently flaps its wings has become a crowd-funding hit, but after seeing the traditional handcrafted work that's been put into every single model, making each one unique, the value of such a piece becomes strikingly clear.
—New Atlas, 24 Mar. 2026
Inspired by China’s vast and diverse culinary landscape, the restaurant presents a blend of contemporary and traditional dishes, from dim sum and handcrafted dumplings to shareable regional specialties.
—Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
Made in Italy, the handcrafted Baked Collection features intense pigments whipped into a decadent cream, then baked on terracotta tiles into a powder to ripen color vibrancy.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
The seven-bedroom, seven-bath home reflects his love for handcrafted materials and modernist influences, especially from Frank Lloyd Wright and Mexican architect Luis Barragán.
—Businessden, Denver Post, 16 Mar. 2026
This storefront specializes in handcrafted, pre-made, ready-to-go casseroles, party dips and cheese straws, and sweet treats, like caramel iced bundt cake.
—Colleen McNally Arnett, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
The handcrafted, surreal nature of DreamQuil is what helps set it apart.
—David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 10 Mar. 2026
Lego has been present at F1 races since last season, hosting in-person activities that have included functional, life-size cars and handcrafted trophies made out of bricks for podium finishers.
—Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handcrafted
Adjective
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Knaus Berry Farm is visited by thousands of people each season, who stand in long lines for the finger-sticking cinnamon rolls, homemade pies and jams or the strawberry shakes, made from the strawberries grown in fields behind the market.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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Figural Pitcher Water, juice, or a homemade punch deserves a beautiful vessel.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Some commenters on social media said they were nearly fooled, but others compared the all-white design to certain plates manufactured years ago that are prone to peeling.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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The used railcars were originally manufactured in the late 1980s, according to SEPTA.—
Tom Dougherty,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The makeup is all handmade in Italy and offers all-day wear without fading.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Brus, a tiny boutique just outside of Bairro Alto, offers handmade pottery as well as a small assortment of natural wines.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
27 Mar. 2026
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Some programs have built their identity on hard coaching or amassing the most talent possible, and while Campbell isn’t soft on his players, he’s opted to create a culture of joy that’s led to TCU signing Van Lith and Miles.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Mar. 2026
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The No Kings movement hasn't depended on the Democratic Party to organize its protests; it's built its own infrastructure using social media and digital resources.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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For one, the arm on the Bendos was fashioned to hold a pipe, not an ax like the other Muffler Men, and instead of a classic Bunyan knit cap, the Bendos brandished a full head of hair.—
Heather Bushman,
IndyStar,
25 Mar. 2026
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Sustainable materials define the interior as well, with the floors made from recycled plastic, the ceilings fashioned from old tires, the insulation made from recycled glassware, and the windows salvaged from old buildings.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
24 Mar. 2026
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One of the ideas that Kafka’s parable conveys is that a prisoner is molded into the shape of their prison.—
Robert Rubsam,
The Atlantic,
26 Mar. 2026
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The fittings, which were previously SLS-printed, are now injection molded for better durability.—
Ben Coxworth
March 25,
New Atlas,
25 Mar. 2026
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Located on the west side of the district, the schools were constructed up to 102 years ago.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
28 Mar. 2026
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Operated by Heartland Fire and Rescue, the station is located in Fletcher Hills and was constructed in 1960 with a single apparatus bay and a shared dormitory.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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The game has produced nearly 200 jackpot winners since 1992, with the most recent coming March 2, when a ticket sold in Arkansas hit for $251 million.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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In recent years, the United States has produced only a dozen to a few hundred missiles annually under standard procurement cycles, according to Defense Department budget documents, a rate far below what could be expended in even a short, high-intensity conflict.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Handcrafted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handcrafted. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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