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crewel

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crew·el  (krl)
n.
Loosely twisted worsted yarn used for fancywork and embroidery.
[Middle English crule.]
crewel [ˈkruːɪl]
n
(Clothing, Personal Arts & Crafts / Textiles) a loosely twisted worsted yarn, used in fancy work and embroidery
[of unknown origin]
crewelist  n
crewelwork  n
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The show features a variety of embroidery types, including needlepoint, counted cross stitch, crewel, appliqu and beadwork.
ART NOTES by The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR)
Accomplished in painting, quilting, crewel work and all types of crafts, she enjoyed the challenge of home decorating projects and the creativity of design.
Martha B. (Carr) Gearan, 90 by Telegram & Gazette (Worcester, MA)
98 and bottom: Colours crewel flower cushion, pounds 9.
Made in England by Evening Gazette (Middlesbrough, England)
 
 
 
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