1. decorative sewing or embroidery done by hand
2. the activity or skill of sewing, embroidering, or doing similar work with a needle

Examples

• Her grandmother taught her traditional needlework techniques.
• The museum displayed beautiful examples of 18th-century needlework.
• She spent her evenings doing needlework while watching television.
• The intricate needlework on the wedding dress took months to complete.
• Students in the home economics class learned basic needlework skills.
• The antique pillow featured delicate floral needlework.
• Many people find needlework to be a relaxing hobby.