Embroidery (noun)

1. The decorative needlework or stitchery done on fabric, especially to embellish clothing, household linens, or other textiles.
2. The decorative threads or yarns used in needlework or stitchery.
3. A design or pattern produced by embroidery.

Origin:

From middle english embroidrie, from old french broderie, from brod- ("to braid, sew"), from frankish *brodōn, from proto-germanic *brōdōną ("to braid").

Examples:

1. She was working on a piece of embroidery with delicate flowers and leaves.
2. The dress was made of silk with delicate embroidery along the neckline.
3. She collected threads and fabrics for her embroidery projects.
4. The embroidery on the jacket was intricate and beautifully done.
5. The embroidery on the tablecloth added a touch of elegance to the table setting.