needleworked
Sewn with thread
Needleworked describes something decorated or created through needlework—embroidery, cross-stitch, tapestry, or similar crafts done with needle and thread: a needleworked pillow, needleworked details on the bodice.
The term emphasizes handcraft, distinguishing items from machine-made textiles.
Ornamented with sewn designs
- stitchedFastened with thread
- sewnJoined by thread
- crewelworkWool embroidery technique
- cross-stitchedSewn using X-shaped stitches
needlepoint · tapestry · sampler · handcrafted · threadwork · crocheted · tatted · smocked
Woven or knit material
- linenFlax-derived textile
- cottonPlant fiber for textiles
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- canvasHeavy woven cloth
muslin · damask · velvet · cushion · pillow · tablecloth · handkerchief · doily
embroidered
Ornamented with sewn designs
- stitchedFastened with thread
- sewnJoined by thread
- crewelworkWool embroidery technique
cross-stitched · needlepoint · tapestry · sampler · handcrafted · threadwork · crocheted · tatted · smocked · quilted
fabric
Woven or knit material
canvas · muslin · damask · velvet · cushion · pillow · tablecloth · handkerchief · doily · runner
ornamental
For beauty, not function
- embellishedDecorated or exaggerated
- adornedMade ornamental
- trimmedCut to neaten
detailed · patterned · intricate · handworked · decorated · fancy · elaborate · filigree · motif · bordered
needleworkedplain
Basic and unremarkable
printed · unembellished · unadorned · undecorated · painted