artsy-craftsy

English

Alternative forms

• arty-crafty

Etymology

From arts and crafts +‎ -y. Equivalent to artsy +‎ craftsy.

Adjective

artsy-craftsy (comparative more artsy-craftsy, superlative most artsy-craftsy)

1. (colloquial) Related to, or taking part in, arts and crafts.

   an artsy-craftsy student

2. (colloquial, often derogatory) Crafted in an excessively decorated manner; trivial or affected in design or execution (in comparison to other artistic products).

Synonyms

• (related to arts and crafts; crafted by an artisan): handmade
• (crafted in an excessively decorated manner): artsy, arty, cutesy, precious