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Arts and Crafts - Needlework

Here you will learn some English words related to needlework such as "crochet", "thimble", and "knitting".

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applique

a decorative design made by cutting out and stitching a different piece of fabric or material onto a larger piece to create a pattern or picture

[noun]
bargello

a needlework technique that involves creating intricate geometric patterns and designs by using straight stitches of various lengths and colors

[noun]
berlin wool work

a type of needlework that originated in the mid-19th century in Germany, which involves using wool yarn to create intricate patterns and designs on canvas or other fabrics

[noun]
blackwork

a type of embroidery that uses black thread to create intricate and decorative designs and patterns on white or light-colored fabric

[noun]
bobbin

a small cylinder that holds thread, which is used in a sewing machine or a hand-held sewing tool

[noun]
broderie perse

a type of needlework that involves cutting out floral or other motifs from printed fabrics and appliqueing them onto a base fabric to create a decorative composition

[noun]
candlewicking

a type of embroidery that uses unbleached cotton thread to create a textured and raised design on a cotton or linen fabric

[noun]
chain stitch

a type of embroidery stitch that involves creating a series of looped stitches that form a chain-like pattern

[noun]
reel

a small cylinder-shaped object made of wood, plastic, or other materials, used for holding and dispensing thread or yarn

[noun]
couching

a type of embroidery technique that involves attaching a decorative thread or yarn to a fabric surface by laying it on top of the fabric and securing it in place with small stitches or knots

[noun]
brazilian embroidery

a type of embroidery that originated in Brazil and is characterized by the use of high-sheen rayon thread

[noun]
counted-thread

a type of embroidery that involves creating designs on fabric using counted stitches

[noun]
crewel embroidery

a type of embroidery that uses wool yarn to create a variety of decorative stitches on a fabric

[noun]
crochet

a piece of art made by hand in which the threads of cotton or wool are connected to make clothing, etc. by using a needle with a hook on its end

[noun]
cross-stitch

a type of embroidery stitch that involves creating X-shaped stitches on a fabric

[noun]
darning

a sewing technique that involves repairing holes or tears in fabric by weaving or sewing new threads over the damaged area

[noun]
to embroider

to sew decorative patterns on a piece of cloth with colored threads

[Verb]
embroidery

the activity of sewing decorative patterns onto a piece of clothing

[noun]
eye

the small opening or hole at the non-pointed end of a needle through which the thread or yarn is passed

[noun]
goldwork

a type of embroidery that uses metallic threads, such as gold or silver, and sometimes beads or sequins, to create intricate and decorative designs and patterns on fabric or other materials

[noun]
knitting

the skill or act of making a piece of clothing from threads of wool, etc. by using a pair of special long thin needles or a knitting machine

[noun]
needle

a slender, solid, often sharp-pointed instrument used for withdrawing blood samples , injecting medicine , etc.

[noun]
needle lace

a type of lace-making technique that involves creating lace designs and patterns using a needle and thread

[noun]
needlepoint

a type of embroidery that involves creating designs on canvas or other materials using a needle and thread

[noun]
patchwork

a sewing technique that involves piecing together small pieces of fabric into a larger design or pattern

[noun]
pin

a slender, elongated object typically made of metal, that has a sharp point at one end and a flat or rounded head at the other

[noun]
pincushion

a small pad used to hold and store sewing pins and needles during sewing

[noun]
pinhead

the top part of a sewing pin that is used to hold the pin in place and to provide a surface for gripping and pushing with the fingers

[noun]
ribbon embroidery

a type of embroidery that uses ribbon rather than traditional embroidery thread to create delicate and intricate designs and patterns on fabric or other materials

[noun]
sampler

a piece of embroidery or needlework that serves as a model or demonstration of different stitches and techniques

[noun]
sashiko

a traditional Japanese embroidery technique that involves using a running stitch to create decorative patterns and designs on fabric

[noun]
sewing

the skill or practice of using a scissor, needle, thread, etc. to make or repair clothing

[noun]
smocking

a decorative embroidery technique that involves gathering fabric in small, even pleats and securing them with stitches to create a textured and elastic effect

[noun]
spool knitting

a knitting technique that uses a spool with pegs or nails to create a narrow, tubular cord or braid

[noun]
stitch

a loop or series of loops of thread or yarn that are used to sew or embroider fabric or other materials together

[noun]
stumpwork

a type of embroidery that involves creating three-dimensional designs and motifs using a variety of materials such as wire, beads, and fabric

[noun]
surface embroidery

a type of embroidery that involves creating decorative patterns and designs on the surface of fabric using a variety of stitches

[noun]
tapestry

a piece of heavy cloth that is adorned by weaving complicated pictorial designs into it and is mostly used for wall hangings, curtains, etc.

[noun]
thimble

a small protective cap worn on the finger to prevent injury while pushing a needle through fabric when sewing

[noun]
thread

a thin strand of material, such as cotton, nylon, or silk, used for sewing or weaving

[noun]
trapunto

a type of quilting technique that involves creating a raised and padded effect by stuffing areas of a quilt design with batting or other materials

[noun]
whitework embroidery

a type of embroidery that involves creating designs and patterns on white or light-colored fabric using white or neutral-colored threads

[noun]
cable stich

a knitting stitch that creates a twisted and interlocking pattern resembling a cable

[noun]
to cast off

to finish the final row or stitch of a knitted or crocheted item and secure the loops so that the project is completed and ready to be cut off

[Verb]
to cast on

to create the first row of stitches on a knitting needle, often using a slip knot or a long-tail cast on method

[Verb]
knitting needle

a long, thin, pointed tool used in knitting to hold stitches and manipulate yarn

[noun]
ribbing

a knitting pattern that creates a stretchy and textured fabric by alternating knit and purl stitches in a specific pattern

[noun]
needlecraft

the craft of sewing for decorative purposes

[noun]
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