Blackwork, sometimes historically termed Spanish blackwork, is a form of embroidery generally using black thread, although other colors were 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 flo... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackwork
Black'work` noun Work wrought by blacksmiths; -- so called in distinction from that wrought by whitesmiths. Knight. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/B/61