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cross-stitch

[kraws-stich, kros-] / ˈkrɔsˌstɪtʃ, ˈkrɒs- /




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A defining moment in their meeting is when Ruth reads part of a Tennessee Williams quote rendered in cross-stitch.

From Salon Jun. 18, 2026

Chatinas learn to cross-stitch as young girls because embroidering birds and flowers has a spiritual meaning.

From Seattle Times Jul. 25, 2023

She is also an avid churchgoer, with a knack for arts and crafts — including embroidery, cross-stitch and painting — and, of course, cooking and baking.

From Washington Post Jun. 30, 2022

I won’t reveal the contents of the final section; that would unravel Diaz’s careful cross-stitch.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 29, 2022

The cross-stitch itself was tedious, but the prospects were beautiful; Mother had the foresight to give me a botanical motif, knowing how I love green and growing things.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver




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