What's the difference between needlework and stitchery?

Needlework


Definition:

  • (n.) Work executed with a needle; sewed work; sewing; embroidery; also, the business of a seamstress.
  • (n.) The combination of timber and plaster making the outside framework of some houses.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) It's easy to have a tongue in (ahem) cheek approach to looking at this needlework, but the fascinated and often aggressive reactions to Cole's choice say a lot about contemporary society, celebrity and ideas of femininity.
  • (2) Needlework is a powerful book that deals with difficult subject matter.
  • (3) Some of them presented talks in which they applied high level maths to crochet, knitting, needlework and quilting.
  • (4) Find out more about Deidre Sullivan’s Needlework on the author’s website .
  • (5) She was endlessly nipping off for mystery "fittings" and appointments with specialists at the Royal School of Needlework, who handmade the metres of beautiful lace applique.
  • (6) Needlework by Deirdre Sullivan – review Read more Dorothy wrote reviews, short stories, screenplays and poetry.
  • (7) Now, a year after being granted asylum, she is making a go of needlework, as her 15-month-old daughter plays at her feet.
  • (8) Read reviews of Needlework by site members Bibliophile1’ and Bookworm.30999 .
  • (9) For services to Needlework and to Charity in Somerset.
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Stitchery


Definition:

  • (n.) Needlework; -- in contempt.

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