an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands
volunteers demonstrating early American handicrafts, such as blacksmithing, glassblowing, and weaving
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Recent Examples of handicraftOther decrees include a warning that organizations that employ women would have their operating licenses revoked, and a ban on female artisans from participating in a handicraft exhibition in Kandahar.—Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025 Since the painstaking technique of stop-motion animation relies literally on the artists’ handicraft, this tracks brilliantly.—Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024 The global roster is meant to honor and preserve cultural practices that date back centuries and are still in use today, from traditional performing arts and handicrafts to festivals and culinary techniques.—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Dec. 2024 Sheer fabrics and handicraft detailing abound in the most recent collections from Chloé, Valentino, Fendi, and Armani, which went heavy on beading and embroidery.—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for handicraft
This strategy mirrors successful specialist brands in other sectors: focus, craft, and consistency over endless expansion.
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Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
One-third of all Joann stores will be closed by next week, with the rest of the beleaguered fabric and craft retailer's locations expected to close next month.
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