crewelwork
/ˈkruːəlˌwɜːrk/
noun
- A type of embroidery using loosely twisted, two-ply wool yarn on a fabric background, often featuring floral or nature-inspired designs.
- Crewelwork is popular for adding texture and color to home linens.
- She learned crewelwork from her grandmother and now makes decorative pillows.
- The museum displayed a 17th-century bed curtain decorated with intricate crewelwork.