needlecraft
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of needlecraft
First recorded in 1350–1400, needlecraft is from Middle English nedle craft. See needle, craft
Example Sentences
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The quilt features a number of needlecraft techniques including knitting, sewing, embroidery and applique.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2023
"It also makes me feel connected to my ancestors, and those before them, who surely worked on needlecraft through all sorts of pandemic illnesses and other world-changing events," she said.
From Salon • May 3, 2020
For February, 25 programs were listed at various libraries, including story times, block parties, children reading to therapy dogs, science and technology programs, teen advisory and reading groups, and needlecraft groups.
From Washington Times • Mar. 3, 2018
There’s something about the act of sewing that is therapeutic for traumatized veterans, says Jim Cragg, a former US Army officer turned needlecraft entrepreneur.
From The Guardian • Sep. 30, 2014
This piece of needlecraft comes upon us as a shock, rather than an admiration, after the exquisite embroideries worked by and for the Church.
From Chats on Old Lace and Needlework by Lowes, Emily Leigh
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