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Recent Examples of cross-stitch
Briana Feigon,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2026
Some embroider the logo into a small cross-stitch pendant for key chains.
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ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
Anti-ICE sentiment is also being incorporated in various crafts, appearing in cross-stitch patterns, felted brooches and beaded bracelets.
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Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
Some embroider the logo into a small cross-stitch pendant for key chains.
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Fu Ting,
Fortune,
13 Sep. 2018
Noun
The cross-stitch border gives this kilim rug the feel of an heirloom piece–without the effort of rummaging through an estate sale.
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Briana Feigon,
Architectural Digest,
17 June 2026
Some embroider the logo into a small cross-stitch pendant for key chains.
—
ABC News,
9 Apr. 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
Some embroider the logo into a small cross-stitch pendant for key chains.
—
Fu Ting,
Fortune,
13 Sep. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cross-stitch
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And Champagne meticulously sourced an impressive collection of rare vintage erotic needlepoint cushions from their French birthplace via Etsy.
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Heritage crafts like needlepoint, knitting, sewing, and embroidery are seeing a major resurgence, especially among younger makers.
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Available at Printemps in New York and Paris, the capsule includes palm-print luggage, velvet slippers embroidered with the collection’s cheeky slogan and coffee cups inspired by the legendary Raffles butler service.
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The pallium, a woolen collar embroidered with six crosses, is an ancient symbol of authority and obligation.
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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.
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The weekly Social Stitching group welcomes anyone working on needlework or textile projects.
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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.
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Her white cable knit Alexander McQueen frock first appeared in 2011, while the princess was visiting Canada, per Marie Claire UK.
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Find these prints in tapestry, crewel work and cut velvet for the biggest impact.
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The client fell in love with a crewel fabric for the great room.
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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.
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His youngest daughter is now among the six candidates in the special election that will decide who finishes his term.
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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.
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Plus, this muted green tone is earthy, grounded, and classy, pairing with anything from denim layers to crochet wedges.
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“Cross-stitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-stitch. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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