needlecraft

cross-stitch

Decorative stitching forming X's

• crewelWool yarn for embroidery
• tapestryDecorative woven wall cloth
• hoopRigid circular frame
• flossInterdental cleaning strand

backstitch · goldwork · hardanger · canvaswork · broderie · blackwork · whitework · stumpwork

thread

Fiber for stitching

• thimblePitted cap for stitching
• bobbinSmall cylindrical thread holder
• pincushionPadded needle storage
• seamJoined fabric edge

hemming · basting · tacking · tailoring · dressmaking · mending · darning · overcast

weaving

Interlacing strands into fabric

• loomFabric-making frame
• spinningRevolving around an axis
• warpBend from true form
• weftCrosswise loom threads

felting · macrame · tapestry · dyeing · fiber · roving · spindle · shuttle

yarn

Twisted strand for crafts

• purlInverted knitting stitch
• woolSheared animal fiber
• needlesSlender pointed instruments
• cableHeavy-duty woven line

ribbing · stockinette · gauge · cast-on · circular · intarsia · blocking · swatch

seamstress

One who stitches garments

• quilterLayered bedding crafter
• embroidererOne who decorates fabric
• knitterOne who stitches with yarn
• crocheterOne who loops yarn

lacemaker · weaver · craftsperson · needleworker · stitcher · handcrafter · spinner

patchwork

Fabric scraps sewn together

• piecingJoining separate parts
• battingSwinging at pitches
• bindingLegally or morally required
• blockSolid mass, or impede

applique · backing · sandwiching · stippling · longarm · borders

tatting

Shuttle-based lace making

• shuttleShort-distance transport
• picotOrnamental edging loop
• chantillySweetened whipped cream
• edgingDecorative border material

insertion · doily · collar · antimacassar · filet

hook

Curved catching device

• chainLinked segments forming length
• filetBoneless piece of meat
• doilySmall ornamental mat
• afghanDecorative knitted blanket

motif · joining · edging · increase · decrease · mandala · blanket · dishcloth