needlecrafts
Stitching and embroidery
Needlecrafts are handicrafts that use a needle as the primary tool—knitting, crocheting, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting, and similar work.
The term encompasses both practical sewing and decorative textile arts: She teaches needlecrafts at the community center.
Needlecraft without the plural refers to the practice generally.
Fiber for stitching
- hoopRigid circular frame
- flossInterdental cleaning strand
- cross-stitchDecorative stitching forming X's
- crewelWool yarn for embroidery
sampler · tapestry · canvas · pattern · design · goldwork · stumpwork · satin stitch
Made by skilled craftspeople
- handcraftedMade manually, not machined
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
- handwovenMade manually on looms
- handspunFiber spun manually
hand-dyed · hand-stitched · one-of-a-kind · heirloom · homespun · folk art · fiber arts · textile arts
Fiber for stitching
- thimblePitted cap for stitching
- bobbinSmall cylindrical thread holder
- seamstressOne who stitches garments
- tailorClothing alteration professional
seam · hemming · pattern · fabric · scissors · machine · serger · overlock
Twisted strand for crafts
- purlInverted knitting stitch
- cast-onFirst row creation
- stitchThread loop in fabric
- gaugeStandard of measurement
pattern · wool · ribbing · cable · stockinette · intarsia · knitwear · sweater
Curved catching device
- yarnTwisted strand for crafts
- chain stitchConnected loops in needlework
- slip stitchHidden sewing join
- double crochetMedium-height yarn stitch
granny square · afghan · doily · lacework · gauge · pattern · fiber · wool
Fabric scraps sewn together
- battingSwinging at pitches
- piecingJoining separate parts
- blocksObstructs or sections
- bindingLegally or morally required
rotary cutter · basting · backing · border · template · stipple · longarm · applique
Repairing fabric by weaving
- patchingRepairing by covering
- repairRestore to working order
- visible mendingIntentionally conspicuous textile repair
- reinforcingMaking more robust
thread
Fiber for stitching
- hoopRigid circular frame
- flossInterdental cleaning strand
- cross-stitchDecorative stitching forming X's
crewel · sampler · tapestry · canvas · pattern · design · goldwork · stumpwork · satin stitch · backstitch
artisanal
Made by skilled craftspeople
- handcraftedMade manually, not machined
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
- handwovenMade manually on looms
handspun · hand-dyed · hand-stitched · one-of-a-kind · heirloom · homespun · folk art · fiber arts · textile arts · maker
thread
Fiber for stitching
- thimblePitted cap for stitching
- bobbinSmall cylindrical thread holder
- seamstressOne who stitches garments
tailor · seam · hemming · pattern · fabric · scissors · machine · serger · overlock · dressmaking
yarn
Twisted strand for crafts
gauge · pattern · wool · ribbing · cable · stockinette · intarsia · knitwear · sweater · cardigan
hook
Curved catching device
- yarnTwisted strand for crafts
- chain stitchConnected loops in needlework
- slip stitchHidden sewing join
double crochet · granny square · afghan · doily · lacework · gauge · pattern · fiber · wool · cotton
patchwork
Fabric scraps sewn together
binding · rotary cutter · basting · backing · border · template · stipple · longarm · applique · jelly roll
darning
Repairing fabric by weaving
- patchingRepairing by covering
- repairRestore to working order
- visible mendingIntentionally conspicuous textile repair
reinforcing · rewoven · elbow patch · button replacement · hole repair
needlecraftsmetalworking
Shaping raw ore industrially
blacksmithing · masonry · welding · forging · woodworking