borduurwerk

Definitions of borduurwerk
  1. noun
    decorative needlework
    synonyms: borduurkunst, borduursel, handwerk, handwerkje, naaldkunst
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    koninginnensteek, koninginnesteek, kruissteek, siersteek
    embroidery done with pairs of stitches that cross each other
    ajour, richelieuwerk
    embroidery in which the design is outlined in a buttonhole stitch and the intervening material is cut away
    ajourwerk
    ornamental needlework done by drawing threads to form lacelike patterns
    bandsteek, zoomsteek
    embroidery similar to drawnwork
    merkdoek, merklap
    a piece of embroidery demonstrating skill with various stitches
    smokwerk
    embroidery consisting of ornamental needlework on a garment that is made by gathering the cloth tightly in stitches
    type of:
    handwerk, handwerkje, naaiwerk
    a creation created or assembled by needle and thread
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