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
Laura Tortora, Vogue, 29 May 2026
Among the most famous and atmospheric street markets in the world, the souks are over 1,000 years old and house more than 3,000 stalls selling Moroccan carpets, spices, antiques, tagines and handcrafted goods of every kind.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Among the most famous and atmospheric street markets in the world, the Marrakech souks are over 1,000 years old and house more than 3,000 stalls selling Moroccan carpets, spices, antiques, tagines and handcrafted goods of every kind.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
The design leans on physics-heavy melee, spell schools and a handcrafted world of ruins, with build pillars across stealth, agility and sorcery.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Spindle bed frames are making a comeback, and Serena & Lily’s Cornwall silhouette is noteworthy for its handcrafted bobbin detailing and unexpected four-poster silhouette.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 13 May 2026
Catalano recommends Annick Designs for artisanal jewelry and home goods, Troy Cloth & Paper for art prints, graphic tees, and stationery, and Ekologic for upcycled, handcrafted garments.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
This party theme is a way for your guests to share their favorite crafts and recipes with the rest of the group, and at the end of the gathering, everyone will leave with a basket full of handcrafted goodies from friends or family.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2026
Before or after dinner, stop by Hen House Cocktail & Wine Bar for handcrafted cocktails in a stylish speakeasy setting.
—Karon Warren, AJC.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
In the bridal world, crochet is back in the spotlight—recasting the traditional wedding dress as something romantic, handcrafted, and surprisingly contemporary.
—Laura Tortora, Vogue, 29 May 2026
Among the most famous and atmospheric street markets in the world, the souks are over 1,000 years old and house more than 3,000 stalls selling Moroccan carpets, spices, antiques, tagines and handcrafted goods of every kind.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 29 May 2026
Among the most famous and atmospheric street markets in the world, the Marrakech souks are over 1,000 years old and house more than 3,000 stalls selling Moroccan carpets, spices, antiques, tagines and handcrafted goods of every kind.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2026
The design leans on physics-heavy melee, spell schools and a handcrafted world of ruins, with build pillars across stealth, agility and sorcery.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Spindle bed frames are making a comeback, and Serena & Lily’s Cornwall silhouette is noteworthy for its handcrafted bobbin detailing and unexpected four-poster silhouette.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 13 May 2026
Catalano recommends Annick Designs for artisanal jewelry and home goods, Troy Cloth & Paper for art prints, graphic tees, and stationery, and Ekologic for upcycled, handcrafted garments.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
This party theme is a way for your guests to share their favorite crafts and recipes with the rest of the group, and at the end of the gathering, everyone will leave with a basket full of handcrafted goodies from friends or family.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2026
Before or after dinner, stop by Hen House Cocktail & Wine Bar for handcrafted cocktails in a stylish speakeasy setting.
—Karon Warren, AJC.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handcrafted
Adjective
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Try using a homemade degreaser or a gentle kitchen cleaner for stuck-on grease.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 June 2026
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Breakfasts are leisurely continental affairs, with homemade medialunas and fantastic cut fruit.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
Verb
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At the For Future Reference Vintage booth at the Couture jewelry show at the Wynn, Amy Rothner, director of sales at Excalibur Estate Jewelry, an exhibitor at the antique show, wore a gold Cartier bracelet watch with a blue lapis dial, manufactured by Piaget in the 1990s.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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The film bounces back after that reunion and brings the film home to a smart, sentimental celebration of music that isn’t manufactured but comes out of a place of pure love and absolute passion.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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The owners’ favorite room is the bathroom, where Alpi California burl wood veneer—which is also featured in the bedorom—an Art Deco checkerboard floor, and a rustic handmade ceramic vase add vintage influences from different movements.—
Nicolas Milon,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2026
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Across the 2026 and 2027 bridal collections, there’s been a notable emphasis on intricate savoir-faire, with designers embracing the charm of handmade workmanship, including delicate weaves, openwork textures, and crochet-effect embroideries as couture-level details.—
Laura Tortora,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Playing catch-up, Target has built three new distribution hubs in the past four years to replace the capacity third-party partners previously provided.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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For a movement built partly around concern over pesticides and environmental toxins, that was not a side issue.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Competing against Paula Badosa of Spain during Day Two of the 2025 French Open, Osaka added a playful touch to her game-ready hairdo with hot pink extensions fashioned in the shape of flower heads.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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Newspapers on both sides of this divide fashioned the arguments for their side and rallied their followers to vote accordingly.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
26 May 2026
Verb
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Luis Enrique became a three-time winner as a coach and has molded a team that is simply too good even for the best the continent has to offer.—
James Robson,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The seating is made with modules crafted with a base molded from recycled polypropylene.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
25 May 2026
Verb
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It was originally constructed in 1937 by Alfred Clark, a Bahamian carpenter who gifted it to family friend Jessie Bethel.—
Delia Rose Sauer,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Early cages were constructed from chicken wire, until steel began to be used around the ’80s.—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The Marty Party produced one postseason goal in 2026.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Cool conditions produced a bunch of fast times Friday at the CIF state track and field championships.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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