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Arts and Crafts - Fiber and Textile Crafts

Here you will learn some English words related to fiber and textile crafts such as "macramé", "quilting", and "weaving".

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bobbin lace

a delicate and intricate lace-making technique that involves twisting and braiding multiple threads wound on bobbins, using pins and a pattern to create a lace fabric with various designs and patterns

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knotting
knotting
[noun]

a technique of creating a fabric or accessory by tying together short lengths of yarn or other fibers

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macrame
macrame
[noun]

a fiber art technique that involves knotting cords or ropes together in various patterns and designs to create decorative and functional objects such as wall hangings, plant hangers, and jewelry

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rope-making

the process of twisting or braiding fibers, typically natural or synthetic, together to create a flexible and strong cord or rope that can be used for various applications such as sailing, climbing, or construction

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rug making

the process of creating a textile floor covering by weaving, knotting, tufting, or hooking various fibers

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spinning
spinning
[noun]

the process of manually or mechanically twisting fibers such as wool, cotton, silk, or synthetic materials, into yarn or thread that can be used for various textile applications

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quilting
quilting
[noun]

a sewing technique that involves stitching together multiple layers of fabric, often with a soft padding material in between, to create a warm and durable blanket or bedspread

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lacemaking

the art and craft of creating delicate and intricate fabrics using various techniques such as knotting, weaving, braiding, or embroidery

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canvaswork

a type of embroidery that involves stitching various decorative designs and patterns on a sturdy fabric such as canvas or heavy cotton

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paracord
paracord
[noun]

a lightweight and durable nylon rope that was originally used in the suspension lines of parachutes

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tatting
tatting
[noun]

a lace-making technique that involves hand-knotting a series of loops and knots using a small shuttle or needle to create a delicate and intricate lace fabric

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rug hooking

a fiber art technique that involves pulling loops of yarn or fabric through a woven base material using a hooked tool to create a textured and colorful rug or wall hanging

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shoemaking

the craft of creating footwear by assembling and shaping materials such as leather and fabrics into comfortable and functional shoes

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felting
felting
[noun]

a textile-making technique that involves matting and pressing together wool or other natural fibers using moisture, heat, and friction, to create a dense and durable fabric

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textile design

the creation of patterns and colors for various textile materials such as fabrics, carpets, and wallpapers

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leather crafting

the art and craft of creating various goods, such as belts, wallets, bags, and shoes, using leather as the primary material

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leather carving

a leatherworking technique that involves cutting and stamping designs or patterns into the surface of leather using specialized carving tools

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bagh print

a traditional hand-block printing technique from India that uses natural dyes and wooden blocks to create intricate geometric designs on fabric

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banner-making

the craft of creating large, decorative textile banners, often made of durable materials such as vinyl or nylon

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batik
batik
[noun]

‌a technique used to color designs on fabrics in which wax is applied to the parts that should be left undyed, originally used in the island of Java, Indonesia

Ex: The museum featured exhibits showcasing the evolution of the batik across different cultures .
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dyeing
dyeing
[noun]

the process of coloring textiles or other materials using various dyes or pigments to create different shades, hues, or patterns

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embossing
embossing
[noun]

a decorative technique in which raised relief patterns or designs are created on paper or other materials by applying pressure or heat

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lucet
lucet
[noun]

a handheld tool used for making braided cords or laces, consisting of a small pronged fork or a carved shaped tool with a hole in the center

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millinery
millinery
[noun]

the art, craft, or business of designing, making, or selling hats, especially women's

Ex: The city 's most famous millinery boasts an impressive collection of handcrafted hats , attracting fashion enthusiasts from around the world .
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string art

a form of art that involves creating designs or patterns by wrapping and weaving string, thread, or yarn around pins or nails that have been fixed to a board or other surface

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weaving
weaving
[noun]

the process of interlacing two sets of yarn or thread, called the warp and the weft, using a loom or other weaving device, to create fabric or textiles

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shuttle
shuttle
[noun]

a weaving tool that is used to carry the weft thread through the warp threads of a loom, consisting of a pointed or flattened wooden or plastic stick with a bobbin or spool of thread or yarn attached to one end

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to spin
to spin
[Verb]

to twist or pull fibers together to form a continuous thread or yarn

Ex: Using a traditional hand-spinning technique , they spun hemp fibers .
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spindle
spindle
[noun]

a tool used in spinning that consists of a long, slender rod or stick with a weighted bottom, used to spin fibers such as wool or cotton into yarn by twisting and winding them around the spindle as it rotates

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basketry
basketry
[noun]

the craft or skill of making baskets by hand

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distaff
distaff
[noun]

a tool used in spinning to hold unspun fibers, such as wool or flax, keeping them untangled and ready for drawing into yarn

Ex: A distaff and spindle were essential tools in every cottage .
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to interlace

to weave together two or more strands of material, such as threads, cords, or ribbons, to create a pattern or design with a braided or woven appearance

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loom
loom
[noun]

a device used for weaving textiles or fabrics, consisting of a frame or machine with a series of parallel threads called the warp, and a set of perpendicular threads called the weft, which are interlaced to create the fabric

Ex: Modern looms can produce intricate patterns at high speed .
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spinning wheel

a device used in spinning that consists of a rotating wheel, a spindle, and a flyer, used to spin fibers

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warp and weft

the two basic components of woven fabrics, the warp is the set of parallel threads that run lengthwise on the loom, while the weft is the set of perpendicular threads that are woven over and under the warp threads to create the fabric

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to weave
to weave
[Verb]

to create fabric or material by interlacing threads, yarn, or other strands in a pattern using a loom or by hand

Ex: The textile factory employs workers who expertly weave various fabrics .
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wicker
wicker
[noun]

a weaving technique used to create furniture and other objects by weaving flexible materials such as willow, rattan, cane, or bamboo into a rigid structure

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wickerwork

the craft or technique of weaving flexible materials such as willow, rattan, cane, or bamboo into a rigid structure

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plain weave

a basic and common weaving technique that involves interlacing the weft yarn over and under the warp yarn in a simple over-under pattern

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twill weave

a weaving technique that involves interlacing the weft yarn over and under two or more warp yarns in a diagonal pattern

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twining
twining
[noun]

a weaving technique that involves twisting two or more flexible elements such as fibers, yarns, or strips of material, around each other to create a strong and stable textile structure

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braiding
braiding
[noun]

a technique of interlacing three or more strands of material to create a woven pattern that can be used for decorative or functional purposes

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