👉 Smocking is a type of knitting that involves the use of yarn and needles to create intricate designs on fabric. It originated in the 15th century and is often associated with the British Isles, particularly Scotland. Smocking is typically done by hand or machine using a knitting needle to create the design and then sewing it onto a fabric. The term "smocking" comes from the Scottish word "smock," which means "to knit."