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People who know how to sew are never limited to their wardrobe. Or the shelves in a store. Their hands can do miracles — they can make clothes themselves.

There's a subreddit called r/Sewing, and it's the place where these skilled craftsmen show off their work. We're talking intricate wedding dresses, umbrella coats, and much, much more! There's plenty of surprises on this 372,000 member-strong sub.

"This is a community specifically for sewing including, but not limited to: machine sewing, embroidery, quilting, hand sewing, tapestry, patchwork, and help/suggestion threads," they say in their 'About' section.

We at Bored Panda have handpicked some of the masterpieces these sewers have created, so continue scrolling and who knows, maybe the photos will inspire you to pick up a spool of thread yourself. Enjoy!

#1

I Did It, I Made A Coat! (McCalls 6800, View D With B's Hem)

I Did It, I Made A Coat! (McCalls 6800, View D With B's Hem)

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#2

Been Sewing Shirts And Matching Ties For My 5 Cats. It’s Been Fun. Hope You Like Them

Been Sewing Shirts And Matching Ties For My 5 Cats. It’s Been Fun. Hope You Like Them

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The most popular post on the entire subreddit belongs to user vjloco. It's a collage of shirts and matching cat ties that he sewed for himself and his cats. As of this article, the post has 27,000 upvotes!

"My daughter gave me her old sewing machine at the start of the pandemic. I taught myself with her help and YouTube videos," vjloco revealed the origins of his new hobby to Bored Panda.

#4

Self Drafted. No Pattern. Outfit I Made From Scratch From Kente Fabric

Self Drafted. No Pattern. Outfit I Made From Scratch From Kente Fabric

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"The first successful thing I made was a tie for my cat Kimi." Yes, it's short for Kimi Räikkönen, for all of you F1 fans who were wondering. "He was hiding in the engine compartment of my daughter's car. And he has quite a bit to say," the Reddit user said, laughing.

vjloco's colorful project began when he bought a bunch of old sheets from a local thrift store. He then learned how to make a shirt and even though it took quite a few attempts, he eventually got the hang of it. He was then able to make the quirky shirt and tie combos.

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#6

In 2020 I’m Planning To Memorialize My Father By Sewing A Book Of His Life. This Is Page One

In 2020 I’m Planning To Memorialize My Father By Sewing A Book Of His Life. This Is Page One

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"It was sort of backwards, I wanted a shirt for me so I could dress like my furry friends."

"The beige cat, Mr. Nutter Butter likes to leave the house wearing his tie. I can't help but laugh at someone driving out in the country and seeing a cat looking all professional," he added.

"The sewing and cat communities on Reddit are amazingly supportive," vjloco said. "I think most people don't know how supportive Reddit is."

#7

Duchess Coat By Ellie And Mac Patterns For My Spiderman-Obsessed 2y.o. Niece. I Can't Wait To See It On Her!

Duchess Coat By Ellie And Mac Patterns For My Spiderman-Obsessed 2y.o. Niece. I Can't Wait To See It On Her!

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

My daughter loves Spider-Man. This is great considering how hard it can be to find girl Spider-Man clothes!

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#8

Finished My Rainbow Quilt! And A Body Pillow Case To Match. Happy Pride Month!

Finished My Rainbow Quilt! And A Body Pillow Case To Match. Happy Pride Month!

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But cats aren't the only pets of vjloco's. He lives outside Defuniak Springs, Florida, and unfortunately, people often dump animals on the road behind his acreage. "We have a relationship with a vet and shelter in our area. Currently, we have 5 cats and 2 rabbits," he said.

Since his cats are all dressed up now, vjloco is currently working on a pair of shirts for himself and the bunnies.

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#9

(Self Drafted) My Old Lounge Dress Wasn't Getting Much Wear, So I Reworked It Into A Sundress

(Self Drafted) My Old Lounge Dress Wasn't Getting Much Wear, So I Reworked It Into A Sundress

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#10

I Made A Maple Leaf Fairy Costume For Renn Faire (B4571)

I Made A Maple Leaf Fairy Costume For Renn Faire (B4571)

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What's great about this subreddit is that it has plenty of material (and support) for anyone like vjloco who wants to start sewing. They suggest books, share machine FAQs, and plenty of other in-depth tutorials and quick tips, so I think the sub will only get bigger. As it should!

#11

Designed, Sewed, And Modeled This Dior Inspired Trench Coat

Designed, Sewed, And Modeled This Dior Inspired Trench Coat

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

I want this in white for a my wedding dress...not engaged; not dating, just want the dress for my non-existent wedding

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#12

Bought My First Sewing Machine 2 Weeks Ago Without Knowing A Single Thing About Sewing. So I Spent Hours On Youtube Watching How To Videos. I Made This Myself Yesterday

Bought My First Sewing Machine 2 Weeks Ago Without Knowing A Single Thing About Sewing. So I Spent Hours On Youtube Watching How To Videos. I Made This Myself Yesterday

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#13

Made A Non Conventional Wedding Dress! V9296

Made A Non Conventional Wedding Dress! V9296

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#14

Completed My Belle Gown (Beauty & The Beast) Self Drafted

Completed My Belle Gown (Beauty & The Beast) Self Drafted

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#15

This Is A Prom Dress My Aunt From Nigeria Made For Me Back In 2019. We Designed It Based On Two Different Dresses. The Pattern Of The Fabric Is My Favorite Part! (No Pattern)

This Is A Prom Dress My Aunt From Nigeria Made For Me Back In 2019. We Designed It Based On Two Different Dresses. The Pattern Of The Fabric Is My Favorite Part! (No Pattern)

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#16

Made An Entire 1850's Outfit. Lots Of Work, But Totally Worth It!

Made An Entire 1850's Outfit. Lots Of Work, But Totally Worth It!

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#17

I Recreated An Early 1900s Illustration Butterfly Dress!

I Recreated An Early 1900s Illustration Butterfly Dress!

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#18

I Made A Velvet Dress With Leds To Look Like The Night Sky (Self Drafted)

I Made A Velvet Dress With Leds To Look Like The Night Sky (Self Drafted)

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#19

I Made The Dressing Gown That Bilbo Wears In The First Hobbit Movie (M7875)

I Made The Dressing Gown That Bilbo Wears In The First Hobbit Movie (M7875)

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#20

Prom Might Not Have Happened This Year But At Least I Can Still Twirl Around In The Ball Gown I Made!! Self-Drafted

Prom Might Not Have Happened This Year But At Least I Can Still Twirl Around In The Ball Gown I Made!! Self-Drafted

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#21

(Self-Drafted) Sewist On Low Budget Recreating Expensive Dresses. I Was Inspired By This Teuta Matoshi Dress

(Self-Drafted) Sewist On Low Budget Recreating Expensive Dresses. I Was Inspired By This Teuta Matoshi Dress

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#22

(Fo) I Alter Weddings Dresses For A Living, But Suit Alterations Are My True Passion. Here's My Last Suit I Did For Myself

(Fo) I Alter Weddings Dresses For A Living, But Suit Alterations Are My True Passion. Here's My Last Suit I Did For Myself

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#23

Coat Made With Broken Umbrellas

Coat Made With Broken Umbrellas

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#24

I Made Billy Porter’s Oscars Tuxedo Gown (Self Drafted)

I Made Billy Porter’s Oscars Tuxedo Gown (Self Drafted)

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#25

(McCall's Archive Collection Circa 1956 M7478) Took Forever To Finish This Coat, But I'm Really Pleased With How It Turned Out - Especially The Twirl Factor!

(McCall's Archive Collection Circa 1956 M7478) Took Forever To Finish This Coat, But I'm Really Pleased With How It Turned Out - Especially The Twirl Factor!

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#26

I Sewed A Wedding Dress Out Of Sweatpants

I Sewed A Wedding Dress Out Of Sweatpants

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#27

First Finished Dress vs. First Dress I Can Actually Wear In Public

First Finished Dress vs. First Dress I Can Actually Wear In Public

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#29

Engagement Photo Dress I Designed And Constructed

Engagement Photo Dress I Designed And Constructed

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#30

Simplicity 8262, Modified To Have A Hood Instead Of A Double Collar. Now To Walk Around Looking Dramatic

Simplicity 8262, Modified To Have A Hood Instead Of A Double Collar. Now To Walk Around Looking Dramatic

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#32

Made My Own Homecoming Dress

Made My Own Homecoming Dress

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#33

African Print Mermaid Style Dress

African Print Mermaid Style Dress

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#34

Self Drafted Bomber Jacket. I Saw The Fabric And Knew I Had To Make Something. It’s My First Crack At A Jacket And The First Real Wearable Garment I’ve Made For Myself! I Think I’m Going To Be Making A Lot More!

Self Drafted Bomber Jacket. I Saw The Fabric And Knew I Had To Make Something. It’s My First Crack At A Jacket And The First Real Wearable Garment I’ve Made For Myself! I Think I’m Going To Be Making A Lot More!

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#35

Made One Of Those "My Rich Husband Died Of Mysterious Circumstances" Robes And I've Never Felt More Powerful

Made One Of Those "My Rich Husband Died Of Mysterious Circumstances" Robes And I've Never Felt More Powerful

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#36

(Mccall's 7047) I Made A Prototype Wedding Dress Aka The First Thing I've Sewn Since Senior Prom!

(Mccall's 7047) I Made A Prototype Wedding Dress Aka The First Thing I've Sewn Since Senior Prom!

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#37

I Hand/Machine Embroidered A Starmap Onto These Jeans!

I Hand/Machine Embroidered A Starmap Onto These Jeans!

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

Except that they're those weird high water jeans (I know, it's the current fashion, but I don't get it), they're fabulous.

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#38

Wish I Was Brave Enough To Wear This Out. Took Me Forever To Make

Wish I Was Brave Enough To Wear This Out. Took Me Forever To Make

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

Kind of a shame to hide your talent. That outfit was not simple to make. My vote? Wear it. If anyone gives you crap, challenge them to make one better. It's really cool.

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#39

(Burdaeasy 2019) Tried To Recreate A 60’s Inspired Dress From The Queen’s Gambit

(Burdaeasy 2019) Tried To Recreate A 60’s Inspired Dress From The Queen’s Gambit

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#40

(Simplicity 8578) I Made A Robe À La Française For Halloween

(Simplicity 8578) I Made A Robe À La Française For Halloween

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#41

I Made A Victorian Walking Dress With A Matching Hat And Parasol For A Festival In A Nearby Port Town (B6400, TV1884 Wash Overskirt, Self Drafted)

I Made A Victorian Walking Dress With A Matching Hat And Parasol For A Festival In A Nearby Port Town (B6400, TV1884 Wash Overskirt, Self Drafted)

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

The wash overskirt from Truly Victorian (TV) Patterns is so good. I've made it before and it's one of those pieces that you can use in a thousand different dresses with just a change in material and trims.

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#42

Finished My Three Piece Suit Just In Time For Fall!

Finished My Three Piece Suit Just In Time For Fall!

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#43

Started Sewing Two Weeks Ago And I Finally Made A Dress From Scratch

Started Sewing Two Weeks Ago And I Finally Made A Dress From Scratch

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#44

Self-Drafted Blouse Made From Silk And An Antique Lace Collar. I Love Edwardian Fashion, And I’m Trying To Incorporate That Style Into My Wardrobe More

Self-Drafted Blouse Made From Silk And An Antique Lace Collar. I Love Edwardian Fashion, And I’m Trying To Incorporate That Style Into My Wardrobe More

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

That lace collar is exquisite--the time it would have taken to make! I'm glad you've found such a beautiful use for it!

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#45

Matching 1950's Style Men's Shirt And Wiggle Dress

Matching 1950's Style Men's Shirt And Wiggle Dress

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#46

I Made An Adventure Ready Dress For My Niece. Machine Washable, No Scratchy Tulle, Fully Equipped With Pockets And Pack Pack For Maximum Storage Capacity, And Of Course A Matching Dress For A Side Kick [m7458]

I Made An Adventure Ready Dress For My Niece. Machine Washable, No Scratchy Tulle, Fully Equipped With Pockets And Pack Pack For Maximum Storage Capacity, And Of Course A Matching Dress For A Side Kick [m7458]

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#47

My Husband Gave Me Some Of His Old Band T-Shirts, So I Made A Dress For Our Daughter

My Husband Gave Me Some Of His Old Band T-Shirts, So I Made A Dress For Our Daughter

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#48

I Made Some Professor-Y Clothes For The 1890s (Pattern Hacked)

I Made Some Professor-Y Clothes For The 1890s (Pattern Hacked)

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#49

Sewcial Isolation Project I Made Back In March! (Apron Dress By Fabrics-Store (Free))

Sewcial Isolation Project I Made Back In March! (Apron Dress By Fabrics-Store (Free))

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#50

Conjured Up A Last-Minute Dress For Halloween And I Am So Proud Of These Pockets! (Self-Drafted)

Conjured Up A Last-Minute Dress For Halloween And I Am So Proud Of These Pockets! (Self-Drafted)

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

And the matching must have been difficult. Kitties all look good!

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

The dog's face is all, "I'm her faithful companion, but what fabric does she choose? Cats!"

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