arts and crafts

American  

noun

1. the handcrafting and decoration of especially utilitarian objects.

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Arts and Crafts British  

plural noun

1. decorative handicraft and design, esp that of the Arts and Crafts movement , in late nineteenth-century Britain, which sought to revive medieval craftsmanship

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Etymology

Origin of arts and crafts

First recorded in 1885–90

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How does arts-and-crafts compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• arts and crafts vs. craftsman

Example Sentences

She said Zarwa took part in arts and crafts, made snowflakes and had a visit from Santa.

From BBC

The school will stay open during winter break, offering sports, video games and arts and crafts so students have a safe place to go.

From Los Angeles Times

Yvette Berry, the ACT's education minister, said on social media that the products were "used at some of our public schools for sensory play, and arts and crafts".

From BBC

Fetching ingredients from a fridge decorated with magnetic letters and arts and crafts, Linda preps homemade guacamole to go with ceviche from the market.

From Los Angeles Times

Other recipients have turned theirs into arts and crafts projects.

From The Wall Street Journal