1. decorative needlework made with crewel thread (loosely twisted wool yarn) on fabric, typically featuring floral or ornamental designs
Usage: usually plural or used as a mass noun; craft/textile term

Examples

• The museum displayed a collection of 18th-century crewelworks featuring intricate floral patterns.
• She learned to create crewelworks by taking a traditional embroidery class.
• The antique cushion covers were decorated with beautiful crewelworks in shades of blue and green.
• Crewelworks require patience and skill to master the various stitching techniques.
• The needlework shop sold kits for beginners interested in trying crewelworks.