Synonyms of handmade

handmade

adjective

ˈhan(d)-ˈmād 

as in homemade

created by a hand process rather than by a machine

received a handmade sweater at the baby shower

Synonyms & Similar Words

• homemade
• handcrafted
• crafted
• handwrought
• manual
• custom-made
• custom-built
• bespoke
• man-made

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• automatic
• machined
• mass-produced

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of handmade

Guests stay in traditional handmade gers (with no internet) crafted by local artisans, all featuring intricate handicrafts as well as beds adorned with soft cashmere made in the family’s factory, which also produces cashmere for Hermès. — Luke Abrahams, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026

Young Dolly felt special wearing her handmade coat, but classmates made fun of her. — Tracey Teo, AJC.com, 26 Oct. 2026

The style-centric walking tour winds through the city, stopping at a selection of must-visit Milanese shops selling everything from gourmet foods to velvet slippers and handmade pajamas. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

For a company facing rising costs and an uncertain market, the commitment to handmade production is both a creative principle and a business risk. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026