handicrafts

plural of handicraft
as in crafts
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 handicrafts Former homes are now occupied by spice warehouses and stores selling antiques and handicrafts. ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026 As far as Athena goes, the name is of Greek origin and belonged to the goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare and handicrafts, while Rose, like the flower, symbolizes love, beauty and passion. Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 The entire city revolves around a traditional plaza where arts and handicrafts are still sold to this day. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 See the handicrafts area in Khan El Khalili Or go at night to watch belly dancing at night. Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 The next year she was appointed minister of grassroots development, handicrafts, youth, and youth employment. Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 June 2026 Caraluna’s product selection — a mix of ready-to-wear, accessories, home lines, lifestyle objects, Sardinian handicrafts and vintage pieces — is overseen by her with the help of Eva Géraldine Fontanelli. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 8 May 2026 Jacobs speaks candidly of a troubled childhood and lovingly about Fifth Avenue shopping trips with his grandmother, which inspired a feeling for fashion history and handicrafts. Hilton Als, New Yorker, 20 Mar. 2026 The rooms Packed with personality and thoughtful details of Boholano heritage, guest spaces are havens of warm wood and handicrafts. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handicrafts
Noun
  • When the Intifada began, the Union of Palestinian Artists took the position in the late 1980s to boycott Israeli art supplies and moved into an exploration of traditional Palestinian and village crafts.
    Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The half-century-old Covered Bridge Festival in October brings food vendors, crafts, and entertainment to Rockville and nearby towns.
    Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 22 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • There was more money in the arts, more respect for the arts and more arts coverage.
    Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Orchestra leaders say the trips showcase Pittsburgh to audiences around the globe and reinforce the city's reputation as a world-class arts destination.
    Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

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“Handicrafts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handicrafts. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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