sewist
Works with thread
A sewist is someone who sews, particularly as a hobby or craft.
The word emerged as a gender-neutral alternative to seamstress and a more dignified alternative to sewer (which looks like the drainage pipe).
It's favored in quilting and crafting communities: I've been a sewist for twenty years.
The sewists gathered for their monthly meeting.
Pointed implement for sewing
Joined fabric edge
- hemmingSewing a fabric edge
- bastingMoistening meat while cooking
- tackingAngled sailing maneuver
- backstitchOverlapping needle technique
chainstitch · overlock · darning · topstitch · zigzag · gathering · pleating · shirring
Thread-based textile craft
- embroideryDecorative stitching on fabric
- quiltingLayered fabric stitching
- crochetHooked needle needlework
- knittingLoop-based textile making
weaving · tapestry · lacework · macrame · beading · felting · patchwork · appliqué
Material from woven fibers
- cottonPlant fiber for textiles
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- denimTough cotton twill
- woolSheared animal fiber
linen · polyester · velvet · chiffon · jersey · batik · brocade · canvas
Constructing garments from fabric
- patternmakingCreating garment construction templates
- alterationsChanges made to something
- fittingSuitable or proper
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
tailored · seamstress · draping · muslin · toile · bodice · sleeve · collar
One who plans appearances
- couturierCustom clothing designer
- runwayPaved path for planes
- atelierCreative professional's workspace
- collectionGathered set of items
ready-to-wear · prêt-à-porter · lookbook · ensemble · costume · bridal · millinery · upcycling
needle
Pointed implement for sewing
pins · bobbin · serger · pincushion · chalk · awl · bodkin · iron
seam
Joined fabric edge
backstitch · chainstitch · overlock · darning · topstitch · zigzag · gathering · pleating · shirring · easing
needlework
Thread-based textile craft
- embroideryDecorative stitching on fabric
- quiltingLayered fabric stitching
- crochetHooked needle needlework
knitting · weaving · tapestry · lacework · macrame · beading · felting · patchwork · appliqué · smocking
textile
Material from woven fibers
wool · linen · polyester · velvet · chiffon · jersey · batik · brocade · canvas · gabardine
dressmaking
Constructing garments from fabric
- patternmakingCreating garment construction templates
- alterationsChanges made to something
- fittingSuitable or proper
bespoke · tailored · seamstress · draping · muslin · toile · bodice · sleeve · collar · waistband
designer
One who plans appearances
- couturierCustom clothing designer
- runwayPaved path for planes
- atelierCreative professional's workspace
collection · ready-to-wear · prêt-à-porter · lookbook · ensemble · costume · bridal · millinery · upcycling
- sewing machineDevice for joining fabric
- sewing needlePointed tool for stitching
- sewing kitStitching supplies container
- sewing upClosing with thread
- hand sewingJoining fabric manually
- sewing patternsPrinted garment-making guides