Synonyms for

Handmade

Verb / ˈhæˈndmeɪd / / ˈhæˈnmeɪd / Another word for handmade — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

made by hand, not by machine

Synonyms & similar words

handcrafted machinemade handcrafted artisanal homemade handwrought hand-formed hand-forged hand-tooled hand-shaped hand-sewn hand-knitted hand-embroidered hand-painted hand-carved hand-cut hand-assembled hand-stitched hand-woven hand-loomed hand-rolled hand-pressed

Synonyms by register

Formal

artisanal craft bespoke

Informal

homemade DIY one-of-a-kind

Literary

wrought fashioned

Antonyms

machine-made manufactured mass-produced industrial factory-made automated

Common collocations

  • handmade jewelry
  • handmade soap
  • handmade furniture
  • handmade card
  • handmade gift
  • handmade item
  • handmade pottery

Word family

noun handicraft
verb handmake
adjective handmade
adverb handmaking

Usage note

Handmade emphasizes the personal touch and skill involved in creation, often implying uniqueness and higher quality compared to mass-produced items.

Example sentences

  1. My grandma gave me a handmade sweater for my birthday.
  2. The store sells handmade soap and candles.
  3. She learned how to make handmade pottery in her art class.
  4. The artisan showed us his handmade jewelry.
  5. I prefer to buy handmade items instead of mass-produced ones.

Quotes

  • "The beauty of handmade is that each piece is unique." - Unknown
  • "I love anything handmade." - Taylor Swift
  • "Handmade is heart-made." - Unknown

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