as in embroidery
decorative stitching done on cloth with the use of a needle
a visit to the art museum to see an exhibition of 18th-century needlework
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Recent Examples of needlework
Outerwear and knitwear were soft, as were the single-breasted and double-breasted cashmere coats, the soft napa leather jackets, and cocooning knits with mélange effects and gradient needlework.
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Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Having graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York, Ahmed always dreamt of showcasing Pakistan’s exquisite embroideries and needlework to an international audience.
—Sonya Rehman, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Treasures on display include a writing desk gifted to David Murray, 2nd Earl of Mansfield, by Marie Antoinette and needlework hangings by Mary Queen of Scots.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 31 Oct. 2024
Grandma Moses, who spent years crafting intricate embroidery, faced a point when arthritis made the delicate needlework too painful to continue.
—Committee Of 200, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
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Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
Having graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York, Ahmed always dreamt of showcasing Pakistan’s exquisite embroideries and needlework to an international audience.
—Sonya Rehman, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Treasures on display include a writing desk gifted to David Murray, 2nd Earl of Mansfield, by Marie Antoinette and needlework hangings by Mary Queen of Scots.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 31 Oct. 2024
Grandma Moses, who spent years crafting intricate embroidery, faced a point when arthritis made the delicate needlework too painful to continue.
—Committee Of 200, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for needlework
embroidery
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The fabric features white embroidery, giving the simple design depth and texture.—
Mikelle Street,
Footwear News,
18 May 2025
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And brands should also offer decorative twists with embroideries and embellishments to lift the female shopper’s denim wardrobe.—
Catherine Salfino,
Sourcing Journal,
8 May 2025
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“Needlework.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/needlework. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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