hemstitch

noun

Definition of hemstitchnext
as in needlepoint

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Recent Examples of hemstitch For this place setting, Kate Goddard of Wild Sky Events paired a textured white charger with a silver crosshatch pattern, a white hemstitch napkin, and a handmade paper menu with dusty gray-blue calligraphy. — Dobrina Zhekova, Sunset, 22 Jan. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hemstitch
  1. needlepoint
  2. smocking
  3. cross-stitch
  4. crewel
Noun
  • Along with his contributions to the film industry, Morpurgo was an accomplished needlepoint artist.
    — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Outside the film business, Morpurgo was an accomplished needlepoint artist.
    — Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of needlepoint
Noun
  • Her brand is characterized by voluminous designs featuring intricate handmade details, airy layers, and techniques such as quilting and smocking in dresses, sweeping skirts, and peplum tops.
    — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Its elastic Nap smocking and lighter-than-air fabric stay comfortable all the while — even when commuting in 90-degree weather.
    — Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Definition of smocking
Noun
  • Bring lunch and a portable, non-messy handwork project — knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting, felting, and more — for an informal gathering of makers.
    — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Meanwhile, the grip was still the same shape and made of brass, but the cross-stitch pattern was cut by machine rather than hand.
    — David Szondy August 30, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of cross-stitch
Noun
  • Find these prints in tapestry, crewel work and cut velvet for the biggest impact.
    — Erin Hayes Burt, Dallas News, 13 June 2023
  • The client fell in love with a crewel fabric for the great room.
    — Celia Barbour, House Beautiful, 13 Dec. 2016
Definition of crewel

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“Hemstitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hemstitch. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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