Needlework

a decorative design made by cutting out and stitching a different piece of fabric or material onto a larger piece to create a pattern or picture

a needlework technique that involves creating intricate geometric patterns and designs by using straight stitches of various lengths and colors

a type of needlework that originated in the mid-19th century in Germany, which involves using wool yarn to create intricate patterns and designs on canvas or other fabrics

a type of embroidery that uses black thread to create intricate and decorative designs and patterns on white or light-colored fabric

a small cylinder that holds thread, which is used in a sewing machine or a hand-held sewing tool

a type of needlework that involves cutting out floral or other motifs from printed fabrics and appliqueing them onto a base fabric to create a decorative composition

a type of embroidery that uses unbleached cotton thread to create a textured and raised design on a cotton or linen fabric

a type of embroidery stitch that involves creating a series of looped stitches that form a chain-like pattern

to have trouble keeping one's balance and be at the risk of falling

After spinning around rapidly, the dancer began to reel, struggling to regain their balance.

a piece of furniture that has a soft and comfortable area for two or more people to sit or rest on

After a long day, I like to relax on the couch with a good book.

a type of embroidery that originated in Brazil and is characterized by the use of high-sheen rayon thread

a type of embroidery that involves creating designs on fabric using counted stitches

a type of embroidery that uses wool yarn to create a variety of decorative stitches on a fabric

a technique to make fabric that is done by hand and the threads of cotton or wool are connected by using a needle with a hook on its end

a type of embroidery stitch that involves creating X-shaped stitches on a fabric

to mend a hole or worn area in fabric by sewing

She learned to darn socks from her grandmother.

to sew decorative patterns on a piece of cloth with colored threads

She decided to embroider the hem of the dress for a more intricate design.

the activity of sewing decorative patterns onto a piece of clothing

She spent hours perfecting her embroidery skills, creating intricate floral designs on a linen tablecloth.

a body part on our face that we use for seeing

He closed his eyes and took a deep breath.

a type of embroidery that uses metallic threads, such as gold or silver, and sometimes beads or sequins, to create intricate and decorative designs and patterns on fabric or other materials

to create clothing, fabric, etc., typically from wool or thread, using a machine or a pair of long and thin needles

She knitted a cozy scarf for the winter.

a slender, solid, often sharp-pointed instrument used for withdrawing blood samples, injecting medicine, etc.

The nurse used a needle to administer the vaccine.

a type of lace-making technique that involves creating lace designs and patterns using a needle and thread

a type of embroidery that involves creating designs on canvas or other materials using a needle and thread

a theory or argument made up of miscellaneous or incongruous ideas

a small, decorative item designed to be attached to clothing

She wore a beautiful enamel pin shaped like a butterfly on her jacket.

a small pad used to hold and store sewing pins and needles during sewing

a person who is silly or behaves in a thoughtless manner

Calling someone a pinhead for making a simple mistake is unkind and unnecessary.

a type of embroidery that uses ribbon rather than traditional embroidery thread to create delicate and intricate designs and patterns on fabric or other materials

musical instrument or device that records and plays back audio samples for music production and performance

a traditional Japanese embroidery technique that involves using a running stitch to create decorative patterns and designs on fabric

to join two or more pieces of fabric or other materials together, often by using a needle and thread

The tailor skillfully sewed the intricate patterns on the wedding gown.

a loose piece of clothing worn over one's garments in order to protect them, while working

a knitting technique that uses a spool with pegs or nails to create a narrow, tubular cord or braid

to join fabric or material by using a needle and thread

I will stitch the torn fabric to repair the dress.

a type of embroidery that involves creating three-dimensional designs and motifs using a variety of materials such as wire, beads, and fabric

a type of embroidery that involves creating decorative patterns and designs on the surface of fabric using a variety of stitches

a thick piece of handwoven textile with designs or pictures on it that is used for hangings, curtains, etc.

The medieval castle's walls were adorned with intricate tapestries depicting heroic battles.

a small protective cap worn on the finger to prevent injury while pushing a needle through fabric when sewing

a thin strand of material, such as cotton, nylon, or silk, used for sewing or weaving

a type of quilting technique that involves creating a raised and padded effect by stuffing areas of a quilt design with batting or other materials

a type of embroidery that involves creating designs and patterns on white or light-colored fabric using white or neutral-colored threads

a knitting stitch that creates a twisted and interlocking pattern resembling a cable

get rid of

to create the first row of stitches on a knitting needle, often using a slip knot or a long-tail cast on method

a long, thin, pointed tool used in knitting to hold stitches and manipulate yarn

each of the curved bones surrounding the chest to protect the organs inside

The doctor examined the patient's ribs after the fall to check for any fractures.

the craft of sewing for decorative purposes