Thesaurus results for CROSS-STITCH

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noun

Definition of cross-stitch

as in needlepoint

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Recent Examples of cross-stitch

Noun

Nana taught me to cross-stitch and tat; Papa taught me how to hit a golf ball and drive a lawn mower. — Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 12 Aug. 2025 It’s finished with three-quarter-length sleeves and a cross-stitch inset at the neckline. — Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 31 July 2025 Some embroider the logo into a small cross-stitch pendant for key chains. — ABC News, 9 Apr. 2026 The cross-stitch border gives this kilim rug the feel of an heirloom piece–without the effort of rummaging through an estate sale. — Briana Feigon, Architectural Digest, 17 June 2026 Each wall is flanked by a checkerboard of products and the brand’s holiday gift boxes—each with a cross-stitch design that feels all at once new and nostalgic. — Shanna Shipin, Allure, 17 Dec. 2025 The ring is further enhanced with the now iconic alternating 18-karat yellow gold cross-stitch and straight-bar motif. — Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 10 Feb. 2026 Anti-ICE sentiment is also being incorporated in various crafts, appearing in cross-stitch patterns, felted brooches and beaded bracelets. — Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026 Appliqué, embroidery, embossing, printing, cross-stitch, patchwork and leather marquetry are among the many techniques that have been applied over the years to the Puzzle, itself a feat of artisanal engineering given its novel cuboid construction. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 22 May 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cross-stitch

Noun

And Champagne meticulously sourced an impressive collection of rare vintage erotic needlepoint cushions from their French birthplace via Etsy.

— Zoey Goto, Architectural Digest, 6 May 2026
Heritage crafts like needlepoint, knitting, sewing, and embroidery are seeing a major resurgence, especially among younger makers.

— Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026

Definition of needlepoint

Verb

At the Cannes Film Festival in May, the model Toni Garrn made a striking appearance in a blue-black bustier dress embroidered with small petals.

— Amy Verner, Vogue, 6 July 2026
The big finale showcased a model in an ethereal off-the-shoulder gown with a sheer train and embroidered ferns.

— Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 6 July 2026

Definition of embroider

Noun

Through her studies, Walker began traveling to source textiles, meeting women artisans who still practiced complex handcraft techniques passed down for generations, such as needlework, ikat dyeing and beading.

— Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
The weekly Social Stitching group welcomes anyone working on needlework or textile projects.

— Debby Rice, Mercury News, 27 May 2026

Definition of needlework

Verb

The dress offered a new variation on the sweater’s original knit through a photorealistic digital print, which transformed into an ultra-lightweight, soft stretch mesh fabric that recreated the sweater’s distinct use of color, texture and dimension.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 29 June 2026
Her white cable knit Alexander McQueen frock first appeared in 2011, while the princess was visiting Canada, per Marie Claire UK.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 29 June 2026

Definition of knit

Verb

That was a 2019 Bahamas Bowl loss in Will Healy’s first season at Charlotte, which finished 7-6 for the 49ers’ lone winning season since elevating to the FBS in 2015.

— Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
His youngest daughter is now among the six candidates in the special election that will decide who finishes his term.

— Tia Mitchell, AJC.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of finish

Verb

Some stylists braid the natural hair, then wrap hair extensions around each braid, while others braid cornrows and crochet the faux locs onto the natural hair with a latch hook.

— Amira Rasool, InStyle, 8 June 2026
Crafting activities like crocheting, baking, painting and knitting are especially popular among young people looking for a way to slow down.

— Theara Coleman, TheWeek, 5 June 2026