Question:
Is it permissible to do needlepoint for pleasure on chol hamoed if the project has been started before yom tov and will not be completed on yom tov?
thanks so much,
Chag KAsher Vesameach
Answer:
Needlepoint, knitting, crocheting, and embroidery are all considered ma’aseh uman, a skilled type of work, and therefore not allowed on chol hamoed.
A gutte moed
Sources:
Hilchos Chol Hamoed pg. 15.
