sewing
sewing
Definition
sew·ing (sō′iŋ)
noun
- the act or occupation of a person who sews
- material or items sewn or to be sewn
sewing
Synonyms
sewing
n.
sewing
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- knit: We also do craft work with them - knitting, sewing, toy-making, helping to keep sometimes arthritic fingers moving.
- teach: There is also a school of industry, where 30 girls are taught sewing, writing, reading &c.
- enjoy: Just because you know and enjoy sewing does not translate into a successful business.
- do: You don't do any sewing or anything at all that is skilled in any way.
- learn: So I started learning sewing from one of them, making fabric crafts as well.
- start: About nine o'clock I got it out and started sewing.
Adjective modifier
- structural: Structural sewing is with black cotton thread; applique with beige thread.
- more: Here are some pictures of the scene on Friday morning; 27th -28th November More sewing.
Modifies a noun
- machinist: I have been working here as a sewing machinist for 24 years.
- machine: The sewing machines are put to use making school uniforms to sell.
- mailbag: Carlson tells the women they will get work sewing mailbags.
- kit: Bring a simple sewing kit ( scissors, needles etc ).
- thread: The new group would be the world's largest producer of industrial sewing thread with over 40 per cent of the United Kingdom market.
- circle: Many of the rumored 40,000 garments were being made at organized sewing circles.
Noun used with modifier
- treadle: This is a treadle sewing machine, powered by rocking your foot to leave your hands free for sewing.
- futon: Basically a futon sewing pattern wall sealant local moves are.
- hand: It's so quick & simple to use, you'll save hours of tedious hand sewing.
- machine: She managed to complete all of the machine sewing herself. 'You know what?
- home: The Ultimate Sewing Book is an invaluable reference to all aspects of home sewing, from choosing material to finishing garments.
- cover: And under futon cover sewing pattern color divorced he moved.
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