Needlework is a broad term for the handicrafts of decorative sewing and textile arts. Anything that uses a needle for construction can be called needlework. The definition may expand to include related textile crafts such as a crochet hook or tatting shuttles.

Similar abilities often transfer well between different varieties of needlework, such as fine motor skill and a knowledge of textile fibers. Some of the same tools may be used in several different varieties of needlework. For instance, a needle threader is useful in nearly all needlecrafts.

Types of needlework

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Fri Feb 5 15:21:28 2010

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Crzy gluing needles

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Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:13:44 GM

Has anyone used crazy glue to glue back Knipicks Harmony that had fallen out? The wood has come out of the joint. Exchanging them would cost more than buying a new Addi. (I don't live in the US). PS have dyslexic fingers today ..can't ...

SactoMetro Etsy Street Team: What's old is new again: needlework ...
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hu, 18 Feb 2010 02:43:00 GM

What's old is new again: . needlework. from 900-1100 AD! Pattern From the Past. Take a look at the ripple design in the photo below. It looks like an old-fashioned crocheted chevron afghan -- a favorite standard in the pattern repertoire ...

KnitPicks now has tutorials!
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Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:46:17 GM

I just received an email from KnitPicks announcing that they now have a section dedicated to knitting tutorials, categorized by skill levels and project types! Hmm, I'm intrigued! I learned many of my techniques from watching youtube ...

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Thu Feb 25 18:50:44 2010

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Note: Evidently this is quite the trend in the needlework world. Check out a roundup of work inspired by James Joyce, Dorthy Parker, John Keats, ...
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Her hobbies were needlework , reading, music, dining out with friends, and people watching. She volunteered at the Developmental Achievement Center for the ...
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The school should also cater for children who can only work with their hands on work such as welding, needlework , building, and others which will enable ...



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From Google News Search: "Needlework"
Wed Feb 24 04:28:25 2010

I need back copies of the needlework magazine Needle 'n' Thread. I have been a subscriber from April 2006.
Q. Can anyone tell me where I can get them. I tried the Coats India and they have only the 4 issues of 2005.
Asked by Mahitha B - Mon Aug 20 05:42:48 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. public library?
Answered by sncmom2000 - Mon Aug 20 09:24:23 2007

at what age did you start learning Knitting / Needlework,etc ??
Q. at what age did you start learning Knitting / Needlework,etc ??
Asked by shiningStar - Sun Jun 10 23:46:50 2007 - - 28 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I was six. I can do embroidery and cross stitch...satin stitch, back stitch, daisy chain, etc. If fact, I did some cross stitch this afternoon! I'm 30 and I love it!
Answered by Jen-Jen - Sun Jun 10 23:55:09 2007

ladies:- ever met a guy who liked knitting/needlework ?
Q. is it awkward for a an 18 yr .old male to want to spend time knitting/needlework,etc,a ll this stuff that vast majority of guys see it as 100 % girly ??
Asked by fluevog - Thu Dec 18 07:08:16 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yeah, one of my sister's friends did. He was pretty good a it. But it is "girly" like hunting is "manly". It comes from very old traditions on the man hunting for food because the family NEEDED it and the woman making the family's clothes. We are well beyond having to make our own clothes or having to hunt to survive. Throw out the tradition.
Answered by The Mrs. - Thu Dec 18 07:39:53 2008

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See also:

  • Stitchers NeedleStitchers Needle
    stitchersneedle.com
    Offers instructions, patterns, tips, and tricks for crafters.
  • Tink Boord-Dill Needlework.Tink Boord-Dill Needlework.
    tinkbd.com
    Graphic images of hand-painted designs. Features new designs and free charts for needlepoint and cross stitch.
  • Suite 101: Sewing and NeedleworkSuite 101: Sewing and Needlework
    sewingneedlework.suite101.com
    Sewing related articles posted and an online forum maintained for needlework crafters.
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