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We are often told that undertaking arts and crafts will bring us a sense of fulfillment, positivity, and relaxation. And in times of the worldwide pandemic, this is all we need. So no wonder so many people have tried making something from scratch, whether baking an infamous hedgehog cake or decorating jeans with whatever they found at home.

But even if we, as a society, do encourage getting your hands on things and rocking your inner craftsperson, it doesn’t mean you should just do it. And this humorous, satirical Facebook group called “That’s it, I’m craft shaming.” is precisely an answer to why crafts isn’t for everyone.

Welcome to the not-so-pretty side of the handmade world that often remains hidden behind the tearful expectation vs reality moment. With a whopping 99.4K members, the group is both a horror chamber and a feast for your eyes that collects all the most hideous crafty items found out there.

And for understandable reasons, these questionable gems rarely get to earn a place in a camera roll. Unless it’s strictly for craft shaming purposes.

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When Sewing, Always Remember Pattern Placement Is Key

When Sewing, Always Remember Pattern Placement Is Key

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That’s it, I’m craft shaming.” is a relatively young private Facebook group created in July 2020, with almost 100k members. The group came about when the world was desperate to figure out where to put their hands as the coronavirus lockdown was implemented around the world.

“Honestly, at some point, we have all come across a post and just thought 'what the actual heck.' This is the group for all of those occurrences,” states the group's description. It invites members to post anything from an “ugly ass wreath” to a “tumbler that looks like it went for a tumble” as long as “it's handmade, and it's hideous.”

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Button Doll

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François Carré
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wanna make a low-budget horror movie ? Don't bother writing a story, just show this around.

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Dash Blue
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dermatologist: An antibiotic, a daily application of a good moisturizer, and - Uh, who am I kidding. You’re screwed.

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Joley Hidaka
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I envision it pursuing me in a jerky robot motion, unable to bend its limbs, as a run down a hallway...

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thanks for putting that idea in my head, Joley. No offence, but I hate you now. Lol.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

RVaavVEVEaV BTCrcDxwwWTwYAsEGsGsGDDGDDSdsSEGEGSSDSdszSEWE!!! MY TRYPOPHOBIA IS REALLY ACTING UP RIGHT NOW!!!

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Ellz Jellz
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That is for sure the creepiest thing I've seen in a while!! It makes the skin look gross!

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L.a. Williams
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Now this makes me uncomfortable. Looks like the buttons would fall down and engulf you like a meal.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i mean it’s horrifying but i have to admire the skill of the craftsperson.

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Fieke Engelen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have no idea what that makes me but I LOVE it. It is beautifully done. So much work and effort into it. But I don't like the mouth

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This looks like a burn victim who died and came back to torture others

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KC Holden
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even Annabelle would be freak out by this doll!! So ****ing creepy

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Mae Mosse
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretty sure there is probably a horror film about this doll, or there should be!

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Paradox Skye
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Automatic Elderly Killer if you put it in front of their window

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That definitely didn’t scare the daylights out of me scrolling at 1AM

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Amma Wahl
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nope! Nope! Don't like it! Make it go away! Almost fascinating in its creepiness!!!

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Ryan Deschanel
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Isn't there something in the Bible about this skin disease?

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Christie Schmitz
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nightmare Fuel! It reminds me of the teeth creature from Black Mirror!

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Hilary Mol
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Drag Me To Hell 2: Hell's Buttons". I can't unsee this. Dear god.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

if it didn't already hate dolls before, i certainly hate them now. still neat tho

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Rider
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Automatonophobics nightmare. I unfocused my eyes as I scrolled past, couldn't look cause I don't want nightmares for a week.

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Aurelia!
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I actually think this is kind of cool. Terrifying, but cool.

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DogMom
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Welp, I’ll be seeing her in my nightmares for weeks to come

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Avery S Alberico
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don know which is worse. The doll, or the person who made-had the idea to make the doll

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Sage Gusano
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This comes to life at night. You cannot convince me otherwise.

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Lou Pryde
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd have lived quite happily never knowing of that thing's existence!

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So to find out more about the community firsthand, Bored Panda reached out to its moderator team, who were happy to share some insights about the craft shaming online movement.

“The craft shaming group started because a few people were tired of the craft community being dishonest about people’s crafts,” said the mod team representative. “In every crafting group, people would post something so hideous or the words are crooked and it’s for sale and people will tell them it looks nice or they like it and this person ends up selling a subpar product,” they added.

#8

My Daughter Wanted This Dog Cake For Her Birthday. I Am Not Paying $25 When I Can Do It Myself

My Daughter Wanted This Dog Cake For Her Birthday. I Am Not Paying $25 When I Can Do It Myself

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So “That’s it, I’m craft shaming.” was created as a satirical response to the overwhelming positivity that surrounds craft communities. “We created an environment where people can be honest with their opinions. It’s not just a place for bad crafts, but also a place to share craft finds that are cool but make you say WTF.”

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#11

She Painted Her Couch With House Paint

She Painted Her Couch With House Paint

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#12

Saw This On Marketplace. It Is Legit A Paper Boat. Lol

Saw This On Marketplace. It Is Legit A Paper Boat. Lol

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would have become a millionaire if I managed to sell all my paper boats at this monstrosity of a price!!!

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When asked to explain the craftshaming term, the mod team said the word refers to the act of shaming crafts or wanting to exhibit people’s bizarre DIYs. “Some examples of our favorite posts would be the self-shaming posts, the crochet baby, and the badly done resin pieces,” the mod team said.

#14

Ok Maybe Im Just Missing The Aesthetic But Im Really Not Into It Made From Old Neck Tyes. Alot Of People In The Comments Liked It. I Wanted To Like It But... Maybe If The Colors Were Different? Idk Lol

Ok Maybe Im Just Missing The Aesthetic But Im Really Not Into It Made From Old Neck Tyes. Alot Of People In The Comments Liked It. I Wanted To Like It But... Maybe If The Colors Were Different? Idk Lol

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It really might be the unmatching colors that ruin everything.

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According to the moderator team, the recent surge in very weird and often tasteless DIY experiments has to do with everyone being eager to sell homemade stuff before reflecting on how good their product is. “I think a lot of crafts from Pinterest fails and people selling their crafts as soon as they get a Cricut. Some people don’t understand that you need practice and time to improve before selling anything,” the spokesperson of the mod team concluded.

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#17

My Mom And The Cake She Made For My Sister’s 21st Birthday.... It Was Supposed To Look Like The One On The Left

 My Mom And The Cake She Made For My Sister’s 21st Birthday.... It Was Supposed To Look Like The One On The Left

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#19

Enjoy

Enjoy

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like the normal spongebob episode..."Wonderful weather we're having" lol

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Sigh. "Macrame"

Sigh. "Macrame"

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bohemian? Like.. Czech? Cannot recognise anything Bohemian ..in this...

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#23

$45 For Four Cinder Blocks And Two Planks Of Wood? What A Bargain. Can't Wait To See How It Ships

$45 For Four Cinder Blocks And Two Planks Of Wood? What A Bargain. Can't Wait To See How It Ships

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#24

The Caption Says It's An Elephant, Handmade Out Of Sea Shells. I Thought It Was A Very Weird Raw Chicken

The Caption Says It's An Elephant, Handmade Out Of Sea Shells. I Thought It Was A Very Weird Raw Chicken

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes I want to write a comment and then I realize I can't find the right words. This is one of those times.

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#25

For When You Want Strangers To Stop You And/Or Just Immediately Call The Police For Animal Abuse

For When You Want Strangers To Stop You And/Or Just Immediately Call The Police For Animal Abuse

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The talent is most definitely there because these cats look disturbingly real!

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#26

Facebook Marketplace Never Disappoints. This Thing Is Clearly Haunted

Facebook Marketplace Never Disappoints. This Thing Is Clearly Haunted

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#30

I Mean.. Im Lost For Words

I Mean.. Im Lost For Words

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

WOW! That looks so professional...for Stoke-on-Trent...

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#31

This Belongs Here. I Don’t Know The Story Behind The Picture

This Belongs Here. I Don’t Know The Story Behind The Picture

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#32

I Was Leaving The Outlets Here In Orlando The Other Day And Was Parked Near This…… Someone Take Her Glue Gun Away Asap!

I Was Leaving The Outlets Here In Orlando The Other Day And Was Parked Near This…… Someone Take Her Glue Gun Away Asap!

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#33

Idk If This Has Made A Debut But I Feel Like This Belongs

Idk If This Has Made A Debut But I Feel Like This Belongs

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#35

I Paid Real American Dollars To An Etsy “Artist” For This Homemade “Cat” Soap, Meant To Be A Gift For My Daughter. My Daughter Politely Declined. Meow?

I Paid Real American Dollars To An Etsy “Artist” For This Homemade “Cat” Soap, Meant To Be A Gift For My Daughter. My Daughter Politely Declined. Meow?

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#37

An Earlier Post Reminded Me Of This Beauty My Mum Made My Nephew For His Birthday. It’s Supposed To Be Gollum With Eye Of Sauron

An Earlier Post Reminded Me Of This Beauty My Mum Made My Nephew For His Birthday. It’s Supposed To Be Gollum With Eye Of Sauron

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

oh, thanks for the explanation. I have seen something else..and not proud about it now.

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#39

Found On Local Marketplace. Crib Or Death Trap?

Found On Local Marketplace. Crib Or Death Trap?

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