Definition of Blackwork. Meaning of Blackwork. Synonyms of Blackwork

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Definition of Blackwork

Blackwork
Blackwork Black"work`, n. Work wrought by blacksmiths; -- so called in distinction from that wrought by whitesmiths. --Knight.

Meaning of Blackwork from wikipedia

- Blackwork, sometimes historically termed Spanish blackwork, is a form of embroidery generally worked in black thread, although other colours are also used...
- cotton and linen fabrics. Examples include cross-stitch and some forms of blackwork embroidery. While similar to counted thread in regards to technique, in...
- the aristocracy in England. Shirts and chemises were embroidered with blackwork and edged in lace. Heavy cut velvets and brocades were further ornamented...
- is a simple, reversible line embroidery stitch most commonly used in Blackwork embroidery and ****isi embroidery. The stitch is named after Hans Holbein...
- superficially similar to the Holbein stitch, which is commonly used in blackwork embroidery, backstitch differs in the way it is worked, requiring only...
- Elizabethan and early Jacobean eras, coifs were frequently decorated with blackwork embroidery and lace edging. Coifs were worn under gable hoods and hats...
- evolved into the elaborate patterns ****ociated with the flowering of blackwork embroidery. German shirts and chemises were decorated with wide bands...
- 16th century also displa**** surface decoration such as embroidery, with blackwork being especially po****r. Women's dresses in Russia during both the 16th...
- counted-thread embroidery techniques are: ****isi Bargello, or Florentine work Blackwork Canvas work Cross-stitch Hardanger Needlepoint Drawn thread work Tatreez...
- cap. She wears a black dress and a white stomacher over a chemise with blackwork embroidery trim; her neckline is filled in with a linen partlet. Anne...