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50 Times People Didn’t Have To Go Shopping And Made Their Own Awesome Things, As Shared In This Sewing Community
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!
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#1
I Did It, I Made A Coat! (McCalls 6800, View D With B's Hem)
Shelley DuVal 4 years ago
Fantastic, and not only did you pick a slightly difficult design, but you lined it beautifully too. An A+
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#2
Been Sewing Shirts And Matching Ties For My 5 Cats. It’s Been Fun. Hope You Like Them
Anna McHugh 4 years ago
I honest-to-god love this guy but the cats look as if they want an intervention for him.
Marcellus the Third 4 years ago
It's mostly the one-handed pose (selfie?) that is uncomfortable for them. The most content is the last one, and not coincidentally that's two-handed.
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Taco Da Guinea Pig 4 years ago
The cat in the second to last pic is like “OMG I love this tie”
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.
#3
I Just Finished My Son’s Halloween Costume
Tiny Dog 4 years ago
Does it make me a huge nerd that I knew which type of moth he’s supposed to be? He’s an Atlas moth.
mcborge1 4 years ago
You're not the only huge nerd here as I knew the moth type too. :D
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Foxxy (The Original) 4 years ago
Aww, that's amazing. Could you make my sons book week costume lol.
CD Mills 4 years ago
What a brilliant costume! Made me giggle as it reminded me of one weekend both of the kids and all the grandcritters came up to our house. My oldest grand daughter who was about six at the time told my DIL that a Moth was "the most dangerous animal in the world". About five minutes later the Moth they had been talking about flew into my DIL's eye and the 'dust' on the wings was stinging her. Jessie looked at her and said, "See, I told you so!"
#4
Self Drafted. No Pattern. Outfit I Made From Scratch From Kente Fabric
Julia Atkinson 4 years ago
My no-pattern dresses are made out of rectangles and drape loosely over the bulgy bits
"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.
#5
I Made My Wedding Dress (No Pattern)
#6
In 2020 I’m Planning To Memorialize My Father By Sewing A Book Of His Life. This Is Page One
PandaMonium 4 years ago
I especially love how the curtains are blowing - a small touch that adds so much!
"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!
WhoAreYouToSayPandasAreBored 4 years ago
My daughter loves Spider-Man. This is great considering how hard it can be to find girl Spider-Man clothes!
#8
Finished My Rainbow Quilt! And A Body Pillow Case To Match. Happy Pride Month!
Gin 4 years ago
Trouble is you can only have them with rain. I like rain but I know some don't - my dogs for instance! I got rushed home today! Rainbow I saw was fantastic though.
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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.
#9
(Self Drafted) My Old Lounge Dress Wasn't Getting Much Wear, So I Reworked It Into A Sundress
Rannveig Ess 4 years ago
What a great idea. My grandmother has an infestation of those old MuuMuu housecoats, with pockets, ibut really, the patterns aren't bad and it's a lot of material. You'd never get the smell of Glade air freshener, Aqua Net hair spray and Kent cigs out of them but hey, worth it for a gorgeous dress like this
Emily 3 years ago
Try washing Grandma's muumuus with a cup of vinegar to get that smell out. Use your regular laundry soap as well as the vinegar. It may take a few times washing them with a cup of vinegar though, so stock up on it beforehand.
Load More Replies... Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
You nailed it ~ this dress came alive! Everything about it is so right and the length is especially eye catching for the design!
Betsy Novack 3 years ago
It is an incredible transformation from frumpy to fabulous. Wish I could remake all my clothes into the slimming look this dress did. Instant loss of the 19lbs COVID19 packed on with the consumption of M&Ms at. 3AM I ate after realizing I forgot dinner.
#10
I Made A Maple Leaf Fairy Costume For Renn Faire (B4571)
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
Abbey Impson 4 years ago
I want this in white for a my wedding dress...not engaged; not dating, just want the dress for my non-existent wedding
Vicky Z 4 years ago
I also like wedding dresses but i hate weddings! I want a wedding dress for singles!
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Teresa Taylor 4 years ago
Did you hear an obnoxious scream just now? That was me screaming over this gorgeous coat. Holy crow!!
#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
#13
Made A Non Conventional Wedding Dress! V9296
Nikki Sevven 4 years ago
Wow! More people should wear unconventional wedding dresses. I love the color coordination here; it's so subtle, but incredibly effective.
Sunshine Sunshine 4 years ago
You both look amazing! I'm assuming that's the groom ;). Wishing you a long healthy and happy togetherness
#14
Completed My Belle Gown (Beauty & The Beast) Self Drafted
Caitlin McCauley 4 years ago
They aren't the same dress in pictures. They're both stunning though.
Georgie Dale 4 years ago
Anyone notice the top dress is not the same dress as the one on the bottom?
#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)
Colette Connor 4 years ago
The colours on this dress are absolutely glorious!! Why is everything i find in the shops so bland and muted? :)
s. vitkovitsky 4 years ago
True, but Utah Mormon prom dresses all look like Pride wear.This is beautiful, I love blue and purple!
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#16
Made An Entire 1850's Outfit. Lots Of Work, But Totally Worth It!
Sonia Bailey 4 years ago
Getting some serious Jane Austen vibes here - what a fantastic outfit!
2WheelTravlr 4 years ago
It's perfect. The detail on the dress takes a master hand to make properly, and the perfectly fitted bodice is a work of art. And that hat! I love it!
#17
I Recreated An Early 1900s Illustration Butterfly Dress!
Chrissy Neibarger 4 years ago
Are the wings a solid patterned piece or are they stitched together from different colored cloth?
Otter 4 years ago
Custom printed, maybe? Hand-painted? Who knows, but the result is better than the original! More flattering to the figure!
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Kathy Coons 4 years ago
Wow, from illustration to execution! Give that woman a fashion degree!
#18
I Made A Velvet Dress With Leds To Look Like The Night Sky (Self Drafted)
Marcellus the Third 4 years ago
Fibre optic might be a better choice though? A bit tainted by 70s abuses/excesses, but if Rolls Royce use it for their Celestial option ( https://www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/en_GB/inspiring-greatness/objects/under-the-stars.html ), it can't be the wrong choice!
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Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
This is one of the classiest designs I have ever seen...the lights take this dress to another orbit! Fantastic!
#19
I Made The Dressing Gown That Bilbo Wears In The First Hobbit Movie (M7875)
Rhon Young 4 years ago
Yes! The pockets make an awesome dress even better. Our daughter in law had pockets in her wedding dress!
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Foxxy (The Original) 4 years ago
I love the style, just not the colours. Still very cleverly done.
#20
Prom Might Not Have Happened This Year But At Least I Can Still Twirl Around In The Ball Gown I Made!! Self-Drafted
WaterLily Pond 4 years ago
Aw yeah I’m so sorry that u missed out on prom but it looks absolutely beautiful :) u would have had a really really lucky date
Otter 4 years ago
She needs to develop an interest in opera, just to have a place to wear the dress!
#21
(Self-Drafted) Sewist On Low Budget Recreating Expensive Dresses. I Was Inspired By This Teuta Matoshi Dress
I want cake 4 years ago
The dress on the right is made to suit her body, whereas the dress on the left was made in a standard ready to wear size so it doesn't sit as well.
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Alea Mcelroy 4 years ago
Yall the one on the right is the matoshi dress, let's not compare and just appreciate two nice dresses.
#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
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
Classy! Perfect fit and I love the lining on the jacket... A matching kerchief would look great, too... As a Plan B option!
s. vitkovitsky 4 years ago
Lining in suits should be another way for self expression, like ties are.
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Betsy Novack 3 years ago
I always love linings that surprise and speak volumes for the man or woman who must appease the look that of the norm and know they've got party going on under some suit. It's almost as good as wearing the sexiest lingerie Made from the finest silks and lace under your Levi's. Never judge a book by its cover or think you can guess what's in that package you think is not wrapped around anything worth opening.
#23
Coat Made With Broken Umbrellas
I want cake 4 years ago (edited)
That's so cool! I've collected a bunch of broken umbrellas to reuse, but I hadn't thought of making a rain coat! I'm so stealing this idea (won't pretend it was mine to begin with though).
#24
I Made Billy Porter’s Oscars Tuxedo Gown (Self Drafted)
Rannveig Ess 4 years ago
I see a lot of gorgeous suit coats at the Second Hand and good Will stores that are jacquard or vintage fabrics. I wonder if these would look nice using matching materials? I can't sew to save my life - this is gorgeous and classy!
Betsy Novack 3 years ago
Dress like you own the place. And leave them hoping they are on the guest list where they might run into you again. The prince is on his own.
#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!
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
I absolutely love the design... I'm embarrassed to tell you that I remember when this was in fashion! A design that never gets old!
Agnes Jekyll 4 years ago
I love archive patterns. I find Vogue ones are very well constructed.
Shelley DuVal 4 years ago
I think we all love the twirl factor, great job, I am extremely jealous because I want one (just too old and lazy to make it)
#26
I Sewed A Wedding Dress Out Of Sweatpants
#27
First Finished Dress vs. First Dress I Can Actually Wear In Public
Sonia Bailey 4 years ago
Both of them look great - I do love the fabric on the second on, very 70's chic!
Betsy Novack 3 years ago
We don't come with instructions on anything. Just a passion we are meant to discover. That which makes us each unique from any other person. Some never look for it, some spend their live looking for the same as someone else's, and some nail it and celebrate being different than the thousands of knock offs with no souls.
#28
My DIY Thrift-Flipped Wedding Dress
Kathy Coons 4 years ago
Having had a long sleeved wedding dress in August 1972, no less. I am in love with them both.
#29
Engagement Photo Dress I Designed And Constructed
Betsy Novack 3 years ago
There is no way one could ever not feel absolutely beautiful and confident in every move she makes in this dress.
#30
Simplicity 8262, Modified To Have A Hood Instead Of A Double Collar. Now To Walk Around Looking Dramatic
Candace Fitzpatrick 4 years ago
I love this! I would make the hood larger, but this is still awesome.
#31
This Is My Prom Dress I Designed And Made
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
Very elegant! The choker and bracelet added the perfect touch ~
#32
Made My Own Homecoming Dress
Kanak Kumari 4 years ago
I want this so badly...... Taylor Swift wore a dress with these kind of floral work on her dress in the Grammy's....and the dress this beautiful girl is wearing is even more beautiful than her's.... totally in love
#33
African Print Mermaid Style Dress
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
The design, of both the fabric and the dress, are as cute as can be...the head piece makes the look perfect!
Ralph Burton 4 years ago
Why cover you face, I'm sure you are beautiful, the dress certainly is.
#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!
Joyce Deering 3 years ago
Take a bow young one. Good job! You've got this. Now go and create more.
#35
Made One Of Those "My Rich Husband Died Of Mysterious Circumstances" Robes And I've Never Felt More Powerful
Katherine Heasley 4 years ago
That's something you'd definitely greet curious detectives in. All it needs is a satin nightie, feathered bedroom shoes, and a mimosa.
Betsy Novack 3 years ago
Id wear it through the interrogation and in court. No one could ever be found guilty wrapped in such elegance. The butler did it.
#36
(Mccall's 7047) I Made A Prototype Wedding Dress Aka The First Thing I've Sewn Since Senior Prom!
A B C 4 years ago
I'm so jealous of her figure, perfectly fitting that dress. I know, it's made FOR her figure, but the same dress made for me would look not half as good 😅
s. vitkovitsky 4 years ago
Now, now, none of that! You're being harsh on yourself, and I'm sure you don't deserve it!
Load More Replies... Samantha PandaNotBored 4 years ago
Now this I’d definitely wear. You need to get into design immediately.
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
Your fabric choice, for this design, couldn't be more perfect! Really beautiful!
#37
I Hand/Machine Embroidered A Starmap Onto These Jeans!
A B C 4 years ago
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.
StormsTempest 4 years ago
highwasted jeans are nice bc they don't feel like you'll moon everyone behind you if you crouch down lmao
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#38
Wish I Was Brave Enough To Wear This Out. Took Me Forever To Make
Julie Bonenfant 4 years ago
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.
Foxxy (The Original) 4 years ago
Certainly very interesting. It's such a shame that many of us care too much about what others think (myself included). My biggest worry is wearing something, doing something that may seem different to some, and they feel it's their right to take a photo or video and put it online to be mocked or made into a meme.
Kendra Miller 4 years ago
I think the coolest people are the ones who own their style. They wear what they want, do what they want and aren't held back by other people's opinions. The first time wearing a new out-there outfit is always the hardest. But if you can hold your head up high and rock it, you are showing the world you are fearless and that is cool.
Load More Replies... Jody Craig 4 years ago
Wear it out. Wear it whenever you can. You'll regret not sharing it with the world.
ThoughtsAreNotFacts 4 years ago
Omg, where it everywhere! Go check the mail in it, take the train, visit a gallery...
#39
(Burdaeasy 2019) Tried To Recreate A 60’s Inspired Dress From The Queen’s Gambit
I want cake 4 years ago
It's very well made, although the fabric isn't right for this dress. You can tell from the way it pulls around the hem and the pockets. The dress on the right is made from either a knitted fabric or a wool type fabric, the dress on the left is made from a woven fabric which affects the drape. Not taking anything away from her skills, the workmanship is really good! Fabric chose is just really hard, especially if you're fairly new. I know I made a lot of dodgy fabric choices when I just started.
THE GREAT PAPYRUS 4 years ago
I love the dress but the shade of green is off a tad ( please don’t downvote me into oblivion )
#40
(Simplicity 8578) I Made A Robe À La Française For Halloween
Betsy Novack 3 years ago
Bring on the cake and give the guy at guy at the Guillotine the night off.
#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)
Cain Hargreaves 4 years ago
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.
#42
Finished My Three Piece Suit Just In Time For Fall!
Ryan Kargel 4 years ago
This may be my favorite. Wish I'd paid better attention in Home Ec. We made stuffed pillows and nothing harder.
#43
Started Sewing Two Weeks Ago And I Finally Made A Dress From Scratch
Kim Lorton 4 years ago
This is simply beautiful! I would walk in the fields all day and. Letting the wind pick my dress up and float like this!
Agnes Jekyll 4 years ago
This is such a beautiful dress! Especially after two weeks of sewing!!!
#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
Agnes Jekyll 4 years ago
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!
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
So feminine yet so tailored... Absolutely a knock-out ~ Also a perfect style for you!
Vetus Vespertilio 4 years ago
Somewhere in heaven a little Edwardian lace maker is blinking back tears of gratitude…
#45
Matching 1950's Style Men's Shirt And Wiggle Dress
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
TERRIFIC!!!! The style is perfect for you ~ I even love how your tattoos set off the dress... Your partner's outfit ties together perfectly!
#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]](https://static.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/60e2b2b473800_ygf1ja0hpg951__700.jpg "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]")
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
I love this sweet dress and the sidekick dress brought an extra smile! Your niece will be sad when she outgrows her dress and her sidekick has to carry-on without her... For the time being, she is going to be loving it on cloud 9!
Mary Hilton 4 years ago
This reminds me of my grandmother's sister (my dad's aunt). She used to sew clothes for my Barbie dolls on an old Singer foot pedal machine. The things she sewed with her failing eyesight blew my mind. 1900s style dresses with matching under skirts and bloomers and detailed collars and sleeves...
Betsy Novack 3 years ago
It's so hard to watch little girls in layers of tulle and Sunday shoes they come to school on picture day and forget that they went from kid to something as those moments of their childhood have to slip by, hanging upside down in a formal gown and wearing her Tuesday underwear on Friday.
#47
My Husband Gave Me Some Of His Old Band T-Shirts, So I Made A Dress For Our Daughter
#48
I Made Some Professor-Y Clothes For The 1890s (Pattern Hacked)
#49
Sewcial Isolation Project I Made Back In March! (Apron Dress By Fabrics-Store (Free))
Joyce Deering 4 years ago
I love this! I want this and wrap-around skirts to come back into vogue.
Bonnie Edwards 4 years ago
I would call that a pinnafore. I guess other places have different names for things. Very nicely done.
#50
Conjured Up A Last-Minute Dress For Halloween And I Am So Proud Of These Pockets! (Self-Drafted)
Katherine Heasley 4 years ago
The dog's face is all, "I'm her faithful companion, but what fabric does she choose? Cats!"
#51
I Made A Velvet Jumpsuit. I’ve Never Been So Comfortable At A Formal Event. It Was Like Wearing Pyjamas
I want cake 4 years ago
Velvet is so hard to work with, I tried it once with awful results. This is really well done, and much more difficult than it looks!
A B C 4 years ago (edited)
Kinda unfair that a velvet onesie counts as formal wear for women, but the only accepted formal dressing style in western society for males is a suit. It does look good on her though, don't get me wrong.
Lady Vader 4 years ago
With so many other things being unfair to women, just let us have the win and move on.
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#52
Been Working On My Weaving Skills To Make Fabric For Garments. Quite Pleased With How It’s Going
2WheelTravlr 4 years ago
Absolutely amazing. The texture and subtle color variations in the weave give the cloth so much added dimension.
Colleen Rogers 4 years ago (edited)
If you weren't wearing the watch, you could be a photo from the 1940s. Beautiful.
#53
The Coming Out-Fit I Made For Trans Day Of Visibility (Modified Burda 6520)
#54
17th Century Inspired Gown
#55
I Made A Gothic 18th Century Gown (S8578)
Sarcastic Cow 4 years ago
Love it - it´s a black color on vacation, something that Esme Weatherwax would wear to Opera!
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
Unbelievably beautiful! A perfect design for you, as well! I hope your date will have on a tuxedo... Anything less would miss the mark!
#56
My Husband Wanted A "B*chin, Flowery Dressing Gown To Take Care Of Baby During The Night" (Who Is Due Soon) I Think I Delivered!
#57
Made My First Shirred Dress For My Little Girl (Self-Drafted)
#58
[mccall's M7727] Made Myself A Winter Coat To Survive The Canadian Winter! Nice And Warm
![[mccall's M7727] Made Myself A Winter Coat To Survive The Canadian Winter! Nice And Warm](https://static.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/60e2b18450c4a_r5je2tafceg41__700.jpg "[mccall's M7727] Made Myself A Winter Coat To Survive The Canadian Winter! Nice And Warm")
Summer Woodsong 4 years ago
It looks so snug! I'm getting inspired, maybe I'll try one of these next year!
#59
70's Edition: Roller Girl (Semi Self Drafted)
#60
Made My Wedding Outfit (Vintage Vogue)
#61
15m Of Fabric And 3000 Rhinestones Later, We Finally Managed To Finish This Galadriel Cosplay
#62
My First Shirt I’ve Ever Made. Pretty Happy With How It Turned Out
I want cake 4 years ago (edited)
Impeccable pattern matching down the front, that's really hard to do! Edit: on second viewing it's just a couple of millimetres off but still really well done.
#63
Now My Fear Is By The End Of Lockdown I’ll Have Too Many Clothes. Dress I Made From Ankara/Kente Fabric. Self Drafted(No Pattern)
Summer Woodsong 4 years ago
Very nice! And, while you might need more storage, you can never have too many clothes!
#64
The Completed Look- A Men’s Button Down I Refashioned To A Wrap Top And A Pair Of Pants I Made From A Bedsheet
#65
Made My Very Own Rainbow Patchwork Skirt!
#66
Channeled The 1940’s For A Job Interview Outfit! Peplum Skirt Is (New Look 6003), Bolero Is (Self-Drafted)
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
They'll definitely take notice of you! If your work is as impeccable as your dress, they'll be falling over themselves to hire you!
#67
Overall, I Would Say That This Squirrelly Sewing Project Was A Success
ThoughtsAreNotFacts 4 years ago
Living for the look on your face and pose! You're glowing with pride!!
#68
Just Finished Reupholstering This Bad Boy. The Cushion And Decking Are Sewn And Drafted From The Original Pattern
Curry on... 4 years ago
That's what I wish I would do to my very sturdy couch. Laziness prevents me.
#69
My Ecclesiastical Jacquard Jacket. I Call It "Exorcist, But Make It Millennial"
#70
Something I Whipped Up For A Formal Function
I want cake 4 years ago (edited)
I doubt it, unless the fabric is very stretchy. The split helps somewhat, but it ends below the knee which is quite restrictive.
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My Dress Inspired By Rhonda Fleming
#72
So My Sister Got Married This Weekend And I Designed/Made Her Gown
#73
(Self-Drafted) Made A Neoprene Dress For A Fall Wedding (With Pockets Of Course)
#74
A Little Bit In Love. Here’s The Finished Valentine’s Day Playsuit!
Otter 4 years ago
Cute! But where does a person live where they can wear that in February? Florida? Sydney?
#75
Recently Made This Lingerie Set
#76
Upcycled From A Curtain And Blanket I Found At Goodwill! Copied The Pattern Off My Dickies Work Jacket
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
I love the style... The fabric is great for this pattern, as well!
M O'Connell 4 years ago
Hopefully you washed the curtain first. I've never encountered anything that shrank when washed quite as badly as thrift-store curtains.
#77
Made My Wedding Dress. It Is Not Perfect, But It Is Exactly What I Wanted
#78
Succeeded In Making This Coat That Required A Lot Of Mental Gymnastics During The Pattern Placement! Very Proud Of The Outcome!! Easy Vogue V9367 With Modifications
#79
My New Dress Is Finally Finished! Isn’t It Beautiful?
#80
Corset I Made From A Throw Pillowcase! Butterick B4669. We Love A Good Upcycle!
#81
I Made My High School Senior Ball Dress With My Mom In Two Days
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
This dress says Personality +.... it's terrific! Your choice of fabric gave the design even more power... WOW!
Anna McHugh 4 years ago
I love it! Would be even more fab with a big underskirt to give the beautiful skirt some volume
#82
Found Some Old Table Runners And Pillowcases My Great Grandmother Hand Embroidered In The 20s-50s. They Were Sitting In Storage For Decades And I Decided To Turn Them Into A Spring Blouse
Zoe's Mom 4 years ago
You mean "History in the re-making". Haha! Okay, I'll show myself out.
Load More Replies... Summer Woodsong 4 years ago
Truly one-of-a-kind. And, good to let them see the light of day again.
#83
I Made My Daughter’s Easter Tie And Altered Her Suit! Really Happy With How They Turned Out!
Summer Woodsong 4 years ago
The tie is beautiful and the blue is gorgeous - and, she looks just so happy! That's perfect score!
Anita Pickle 4 years ago
Awe she reminds me of my daughter. Absolutely no dresses ever, but a nice suit is fine. I was the same way as a child. I wear dresses now but refused as a kid.
#84
Took A Stab At Making A Bralette
#85
I Made My Daughter's Grad/ Prom Dress
#86
(Mccalls M7821)] Turned This Gothic Costume Coat Pattern Into A Sleeveless Iridescent Space Opera Fantasy, Complete With Matching Harness, Cuffs, And Belt
![(Mccalls M7821)] Turned This Gothic Costume Coat Pattern Into A Sleeveless Iridescent Space Opera Fantasy, Complete With Matching Harness, Cuffs, And Belt](https://static.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/20-60e4216e32ba9__700.jpg "(Mccalls M7821)] Turned This Gothic Costume Coat Pattern Into A Sleeveless Iridescent Space Opera Fantasy, Complete With Matching Harness, Cuffs, And Belt")
#87
My Favorite Summer Outfit I’ve Made! A Two Piece Goldfish Set (No Pattern)
#88
Made My First Gown! I Completed This A Few Months Ago And Finally Had Time To Take Pics
Candia Lee 4 years ago
A dress to wear once, cause those feathers won't last long dragging the ground. But quite lovely
#89
My First Bodysuit With Self Drafted Pattern
#90
My Exam Project: The Dress And The Suit
#91
Sabrina Dress: Side By Side By Seams Come True
#92
18th Century Stays, Work In Progress
#93
My Ice Cream Inspired Western Shirt. Made From Kwik Sew Pattern K3506
PeachPossum 4 years ago
Got an Elton John vibe going there, pal. Just add the suspenders and it'll be Pinball Wizard all over again. Great job!
#94
I Made The Quilted Jacket Of My Dreams!
#95
My Sweet Little Mama In The Outfit I Made Her For My Niece’s Wedding. I Was Terrified To Cut Into The Beaded Lace...i Picked Out Beads For Hours, And Restitched Beads Back In Along The Seams. A Tedious Process, But Really Loved The Handwork. She Looked Great, And Was Comfy All Day
"I was terrified to cut into the beaded lace...I picked out beads for hours, and restitched beads back in along the seams. A tedious process, but really loved the handwork. She looked great, and was comfy all day."
#96
Made A Sunflower Two-Piece From An Outfit That Looked Like A Curtain Beforehand
#98
Gave My Nana’s Dress New Life
#99
Finished New Watermelon Concept Shirt For The Beach Today. Now I Just Need To Be Able To Travel
#100
Achievement Unlocked: Actually Finishing A Themed Dress In Time For The Appropriate Holiday - Happy Easter, Everyone! (Advance 7079)
#101
Made This Crop Top Out Of A Thrifted Night Gown!
#102
(No Pattern) I Made This With Really Really Cheap Fabric And I'm Super Proud!
#103
Still A Work In Progress, But I’m Already So Proud Of My Wedding Dress! (V9265, Altered)
#105
Really Proud Of These Makes!
Karen Gladden 4 years ago
You should start selling these. The pattern placement and craftsmanship are beautiful
#106
Made My Third Ever Article Of Clothing! A Gold Lamé Romper!
#107
I Made Beth's Dress From The Queen's Gambit
#108
I Made My Own Prom Dress! (Self Drafted)
#109
I Haven't Seen In 35 Years But I Made A Dress! Pattern Is In A Twist Fun Sew So Easy
#110
([self Drafted) Left: Teuta Cobalt Starry Dress, Right: Me
Kate 4 years ago
That's the original; too bad OP couldn't find a similar fabric for her dress.
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Made A Yoga Outfit!
#112
Bug Life! A Dress I Finished Today. Pattern Is By Deer And Doe. This Is The Shorter Version. Fabric Is Second Hand From Ebay
#113
I Made A Ridiculous Dress Out Of A Wall Hanging. Top Is Simplicity 3847
#114
Original Mashup “Witch Sophie Hatter” From Howl’s Moving Castle!
#115
I Made An Ocean Tide Inspired Dress And Crown!
#116
Almost Fully Worked Through My Fabric Stash! I Bought This Fabric To Make A Housecoat But Didn't Love The Weight, So Instead I Designed, Pattern-Drafted, And Sewed This Weird Jumpsuit
Tuna Fish 4 years ago
OOOO I wish I had that for my cruise ! As a woman I wonder if I would have to wear a blouse underneath? My boobs are kinda saggy (52 years old) and I might not could pull it off like he does. I would try the hell of it though. The shoes are perfection.
Catlady6000 4 years ago
A good push up bra, and the girls will be at their best! My daughter finally talked me into a Victoria's Secret. They have never sat so high. I am overall a little bigger than those are made for, so only one style had my size. Or for that matter, just a more supportive bra if you don't want a lot of cleavage
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Used The Leftover Fabric From My Skirt Project To Make A Matching Bandana For My Sweet Boy (Skirt: Simplicity 2314a, Bandana: No Pattern)
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
He looks like he's feeling special... I want to thank you for the smile it gave me to see the two of you enjoying time together!
#118
My Second Successful Bralette! This One Fits Much Better Too
#119
Re-Visited Yellow Set : Added Arm Cuffs + Leg Split & Adjusted The Top From A V-Neck To Straight Neck Tube Top
Cheri Aline Sydney 4 years ago
This design is so light, airy and carefree... It's got to make you feel beautiful!
#120
I Had Some Leftover Fabric From My Jacket, So I Made Some Leggings To Go With It
#121
Fo : 1970s Ringer Tee And Bell Bottom Jeans (Self Drafted)
#122
I’m So Happy With How These Skirts Came Out!
#123
Matching Crop Top And Midi Skirt - Altered Simplicity 6408 Dress
#124
How Is Your Sewing Today?
LoveMyJordy 4 years ago
Hood can also be used as an extra large pocket in front of your face, great for eating popcorn!
#125
First Project I Can Actually Wear! Complete With A Zipper And Pockets! I’m Extremely Proud
#126
Bought A Huge Men’s Dickies Boiler Suit On Clearance. My Tailoring Experience Is... Minimal. But I’m So Proud Of This. I Feel Hot
Anita Pickle 4 years ago
Great execution, tailoring is hard. Especially on yourself. A dress form can kind of get you there... But there is a lot of poking yourself with needles to get the perfect fit.
#127
This Came Out So Good, Had To Post It. Longline Bra With Embroidered Lace
#128
(Self Drafted) I Liked Taylor's Amas Outfit So You Know... I Stole It
Lauren Potts 4 years ago
Good job, also I thought you were her at a different angle for a sec!
#129
Self Drafted New Years Dress. And I’m Only A Month Late!
Octavia Hansen 4 years ago
You are REALLY EARLY for next year . . . and will be smashing all year now!
#130
My First Sewing Project - Katara's Fire Nation Disguise!
#131
(Self-Drafted) Had To Make A Set Out Of This Amazing Papaya Fabric!
#132
I Recreated The Strawberry Dress
PandaMonium 4 years ago
Beautiful dress- and the flower field is the perfect setting! I love your expression too - altogether perfect!
#133
I Made Another Western Shirt! - Mccall's M7980
Agnes Jekyll 4 years ago
I love everything about this--including the very happy man in the shirt
#134
Tried To Recreate A Reformation Dress And This Is The Result (No Pattern)
#135
First Skirt Attempts (New Look 6346)
#136
Made Two Left Boobs. Time For Wine
#137
Update! Finally Got The Damn Zipper Figured Out
#138
Upcycled This Thrifted Yellow Dress Into Something A Bit More My Style
#139
I Don't Know Of I'll Ever Top These
#140
Just Upcycling Some Socks
#141
I Made A Summer Dress! It Is Self Drafted And Made Out Of An Old Bedsheet. What Do You Think?
#142
A Very Cosy Loungewear Set Made From Fleecy Blankets
#143
Finally A Successful Couple Set!
#144
Pajama To Party Dress
#145
Sewed These Simplicity 9736 Pants To Match The Boots!
#147
Took Two Old Shirts And Made Two New Ones!
#148
From Old Blouse To Fitted Waist Ruched Bust Top
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K Witmer 4 years ago
I need to learn how to use a sewing machine. These clothes were all so lovely and creative
ADHORTATOR 4 years ago
my SIL does all the clothing of her daughter herself, she hasn' t bought anything for 10 years (ok, some jeans don't count :-))
Fluffy Griffin 4 years ago
When I was in high school, my mom taught me the basics of sewing by making a renaissance dress out of an ugly "bridesmaids" dress from goodwill. The original dress had a black velvet top with poofy shoulders and skinny arms, and had a full green brocade dress bottom. (and was 2 sizes too small) turned into a black velvet corset with cap sleeves with the green brocade skirt bottom. 😁 it looked really cool.
FloC 4 years ago
I wouldn't say that people didn't have to go shopping because most of them require lots of expensive fabric. Amazing job, though !
Samara Morgan 1 year ago
Exactly, unless you thrift, it's an expensive hobby.
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Pumpkin Spice 4 years ago
I made a cute minidress out of a long-sleeved loose shirt. Strapless, no bra required! SO CUTE UWU
Arctic Fox Lover 4 years ago
Funny enough, I actually planned to start a sewing project this summer! I'm still getting the supplies for it, but as soon as I get them all, I want to make a BP thread about it! :D
Agnes Jekyll 4 years ago
So many skilled, talented people. I imagine lockdown gave some people time to start and finish projects they always intended to (I wasn't one of those people)--hooray everyone! Congrats.
Paul Mitchell 4 years ago
All of these were utterly fantastic or better. Clever clever people!
Ivy la Sangrienta 4 years ago
My grandmother was a seamstress before she had a family. Then she sewed for her kids and grandkids. I wish I'd asked her to teach me. She died when I was 18.
K Witmer 4 years ago
I need to learn how to use a sewing machine. These clothes were all so lovely and creative
ADHORTATOR 4 years ago
my SIL does all the clothing of her daughter herself, she hasn' t bought anything for 10 years (ok, some jeans don't count :-))
Fluffy Griffin 4 years ago
When I was in high school, my mom taught me the basics of sewing by making a renaissance dress out of an ugly "bridesmaids" dress from goodwill. The original dress had a black velvet top with poofy shoulders and skinny arms, and had a full green brocade dress bottom. (and was 2 sizes too small) turned into a black velvet corset with cap sleeves with the green brocade skirt bottom. 😁 it looked really cool.
FloC 4 years ago
I wouldn't say that people didn't have to go shopping because most of them require lots of expensive fabric. Amazing job, though !
Samara Morgan 1 year ago
Exactly, unless you thrift, it's an expensive hobby.
Load More Replies... Pumpkin Spice 4 years ago
I made a cute minidress out of a long-sleeved loose shirt. Strapless, no bra required! SO CUTE UWU
Arctic Fox Lover 4 years ago
Funny enough, I actually planned to start a sewing project this summer! I'm still getting the supplies for it, but as soon as I get them all, I want to make a BP thread about it! :D
Agnes Jekyll 4 years ago
So many skilled, talented people. I imagine lockdown gave some people time to start and finish projects they always intended to (I wasn't one of those people)--hooray everyone! Congrats.
Paul Mitchell 4 years ago
All of these were utterly fantastic or better. Clever clever people!
Ivy la Sangrienta 4 years ago
My grandmother was a seamstress before she had a family. Then she sewed for her kids and grandkids. I wish I'd asked her to teach me. She died when I was 18.
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