Needlework

Needlework is another term for the handicraft of decorative sewing and textile arts. Anything that uses a needle for construction can be called needlework. The definition is often expanded to include craft using a long and thin tool, such as crochet hook and tatting shuttles.

Related Topics:
Handicraft - Sewing - Textile art

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Needlework includes (among others):

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• Quilting
• Patchwork
• Applique
• Embroidery, including Darning
• Canvas work, including Berlin wool work
• Cross-stitch
• Crochet, including Filet crochet
• Knitting
• Tatting
• Lucet
• Fabric Making
• Marbling on fabric
• Felt making
• Silk painting
• Smocking
• Braiding and Tassel making

See also: Royal School of Needlework

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