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Blackwork vs Blockwork - What's the difference?

blackwork | blockwork |

As nouns the difference between blackwork and blockwork

is that blackwork is (sewing) a form of counted-thread embroidery that is usually stitched on even-weave fabric with a twisted thread while blockwork is masonry that uses large blocks (of concrete etc) rather than bricks.

blackwork

English

Noun

(-)
  • (sewing) A form of counted-thread embroidery that is usually stitched on even-weave fabric with a twisted thread

    • Related terms

    * scarletwork

    See also

    * (wikipedia "blackwork")

    blockwork

    English

    Noun

    (-)
  • masonry that uses large blocks (of concrete etc.) rather than bricks

    • See also

    * brickwork