Blackwork, sometimes historically termed
Spanish blackwork, is a form of
embroidery generally using black thread, although other colors are also used on occasion. Sometimes it is
counted-thread embroidery which is usually stitched on
even-weave fabric. Any black thread can be used, but firmly twisted threads give a better look than
embroidery floss. Traditionally blackwork is stitched in
silk thread on white or off-white
linen or
cotton fabric. Sometimes metallic threads or coloured threads are used for accents.