Cutwork: meaning, definitions and examples

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cutwork

 

[ หˆkสŒt.wษœrk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

textile art

Cutwork is a decorative technique in embroidery and lace-making in which a design is created by cutting away parts of the ground fabric and often filling the resulting gaps with decorative stitches or lace. This technique allows for intricate patterns and textures, transforming ordinary fabric into artistic pieces.

Synonyms

carving, lacework, openwork.

Examples of usage

  • The tablecloth featured beautiful cutwork designs that drew everyone's attention.
  • She learned cutwork techniques during her embroidery class.
  • The artist showcased cutwork as a prominent feature in her textile exhibition.

Translations

Translations of the word "cutwork" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น corte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคŸเคตเคฐเฅเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ausschneiden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ potongan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธั€ั–ะทะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wycinanka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒƒใƒˆใƒฏใƒผใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉcoupe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ corte

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kesim

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ปท์›Œํฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุต

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vystล™ihovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ strih

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ‡ๅ‰ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ izrezovanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skurรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตััƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒญแƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kษ™sim

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ corte

Etymology

The term 'cutwork' originates from the combination of the words 'cut' and 'work,' reflecting its nature as craftwork involving the cutting of fabric. The practice has ancient roots, with evidence found in various cultures that engaged in similar decorative techniques using cut fabrics. In medieval Europe, cutwork became particularly popular, especially in Italy, as artisans developed elaborate methods to enhance textile beauty. By the 19th century, cutwork gained global recognition and was frequently seen in household linens, garments, and luxurious decorations, continuously evolving throughout the years. Today, cutwork is appreciated not only for its aesthetic appeal but also as a means of preserving traditional textile skills.