Fancywork vs Needlework - What's the difference?

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As nouns the difference between fancywork and needlework

is that fancywork is decorative embroidery while needlework is the art or process of working with a needle especially in embroidery or needlepoint.

fancywork

English

Noun

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  • Decorative embroidery

    • needlework

    English

    Noun

  • the art or process of working with a needle especially in embroidery or needlepoint.
  • the product of such art or process.
  • the occupation or employment of a person skilled in embroidery, needlepoint, etc.

    • Synonyms

    * needlecraft * stitchery (3) * sewing (3)

    References

    * The Random House Dictionary 1973 (copyright)