Needlework is another
term for the
handicraft of decorative
sewing
and
textile arts.
Anything that uses a needle
for construction can be
called needlework. The
definition is often expanded
to include craft using a
long and thin tool, such as
crochet hook and tatting
shuttles.
Needlework includes (among others):
- Quilting
- Applique
- Embroidery
- Crochet, including Filet crochet
- Knitting
- Tatting
- Lucet
- Fabric Making
- Marbling on fabric
- Felt making
- Silk painting
- Smocking
- Braiding and Tassel making
See also: Royal School of Needlework
See also: needlework designers
