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What you see is not always what you get. Especially when it comes to someone trying to sell you their products or services.

Last year, we at Bored Panda covered a TikTok challenge that invites people to reveal the times they wanted very specific things but received something else entirely and were completely disappointed.

Well, the 'What I Wanted Vs. What I Got' online trend is still going strong, so we decided to make another publication about it. From ruined hairdos to tattoo disasters, we went through everyone's most hated and beloved app, and here's the new batch we compiled for you.

TikTokers are continuing to make videos about their unexpected regrets and millions of people are tuning in to share their sorrow

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    DUN DUN (she/her)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone give me something to stop my laughs, I'm pretty sure my neighbors are getting scared

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    Accepting the bad hand you were dealt and laughing about it online is actually not the worst way to cope with hardship. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), people react differently to uncertainty and those with a higher intolerance for it may be less resilient and more prone to low mood, negative or down feelings, and anxiety.

    The organization also provides these simple steps that can help you feel in control:

    First of all, be kind to yourself. Some people are better at dealing with uncertainties than others, so don’t beat yourself up if your tolerance for unpredictability is lower than your friend's. Remind yourself that it might take time for the stressful situation to resolve, and try to remain patient with yourself in the meantime.

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    #3

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    DUN DUN (she/her)
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor kid's gonna have nightmares now. Elmo's ruined for them.

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    Artsy Bookworm
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's cuter than the original 😂❤️😍

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    #5

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    DUN DUN (she/her)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can picture her soul leaving her body after seeing and wearing this disaster. I mean, THAT expression says it all 🙌🏻

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    You can also reflect on past successes. Chances are you've overcome stressful events in the past, so give yourself credit for it. Reflect on what you did during that event that was helpful and what you might like to do differently this time.

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    Also, work on developing new skills. When life is relatively calm, it can be a good idea to try things outside your comfort zone. From standing up to a difficult boss to picking up a hobby, taking risks helps you develop confidence that comes in handy when life veers off course.

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    DUN DUN (she/her)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm seeing kids' favorite characters getting ruined for them, and the new nightmare materials setting in

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    Who Panda 420
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope for her sake that this wasn't for something important like a wedding or a quinceanera

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    Limit exposure to the news if you think it's affecting you. When we’re stressed about something, it can be tough to look away, but compulsively checking the news only keeps you wound up. Try to limit your check-ins and avoid the news during vulnerable times of day, such as right before going to bed.

    Let go of things that are out of your control. When uncertainty strikes, many people immediately imagine worst-case scenarios. Try to get rid of the habit of ruminating on negative events.

    Furthermore, ask yourself: if a friend came to me with this worry, what would I tell her? Imagining your situation from the outside can often provide perspective and fresh ideas. Trust your gut!

    #10

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    Noir
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone did this to themselves. I see that DIY in the title in the background. This is exactly what you should have expected.

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    #13

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    TmKhr
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who lives in a freezer under the sea? Spongebob Specialpants

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    Engage in self-care. Don't allow stress to derail your healthy routines. Make conscious efforts to eat well, exercise, and get enough sleep. Many folks find stress release in practices such as yoga and meditation.

    Seek support from those you trust. People tend to isolate themselves when they’re stressed or worried but social support is important, so reach out to family and friends.

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    #14

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    Layla Corman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't wait to see the, "What I got next" to see the cover up.

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    Noir
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least it should be easy to cover up?

    snipergun
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here with all the pretty tick lines... Gonna be big and expensive but it is needed. And good artist too...

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    Loki’s Lil Butter Knife
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry I'm not buying this one either. It looks like they did it themselves with pen. It looks like pen and if you zoom in you can see smudging. Why, why, why do these TikTokers have to lie for Internet clout---are you really that desperate?

    Lynn Donovan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's just pen, and they did it to themselves. No way they could not have seen the disaster while being tattoed.

    Layla Corman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cover up appointment- BOOKED! ✔

    BusLady
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hopefully with a professional tattoo artist.

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    Natalie Bohrteller
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like the tattoo 'artist' gave up on life while doing the job.

    Mazer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What the ever loving hell was your artist high on??

    Id row
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what a cheap artist will get you.

    Sinkvenice
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's why you should never steal another artist's work.

    Vix
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never judge a book by the...oh

    El muerto
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    how could somebody f**k up that much?

    DaVo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes but what did you pay? You can't have a piece of art for a bargain. Not in tattooing.

    Rosie McLeod
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe don't try to copy other peoples tattoos

    Saint Thomas
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    blablabla, that is what 5$ will get you, blablabla

    Katrina Wysocki
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    See this is why you research your artist before hand

    Lyn Moffett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did you go to the same tattooist as above?

    Viv Hart
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't have paid for it.

    Author SJ Baily
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't these people even look at the tattoo artists work to see if they can draw?

    Tina Harnish
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Books. Looks like rocks. At least it doesn't look as bad as some of the other tats shown in the above pictures.

    Johanne Trudeau
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a stack of sandwiches...

    Anna Repp
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Something like this would take a long time to tattoo - I find it hard to believe they did not pay attention and did not see where the drawing was going. You'd either have to be so stoned and/or drunk that you did not see where this was going, or I call BS.

    Phil Raulends
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think someone just quit the tattoo session.

    Gypsy Lee
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did you not check the tattooist’s other tats?

    Steven Meyer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always look at a portfolio of your tattoo artists work, follow up with the called customers to see how good his work really is. And you get what you pay for, if you pay 20 bucks you get what you got on the right if you pay 220 bucks you get what you got on the left.

    Sue Sanders
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some tattoo artists need to have warning labels on their main doors. With examples.

    Julian Hall
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    did a gremlin tattoo that in his sleep on you; and were you also asleep?

    Granny
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope they did not pay for that

    Shaun Coleman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You really need to find a better tattoo artist. Did you look at examples of their work before you allowed them to do the tattoo?

    Moondust
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The original one looks beautiful

    Moondust
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The original one is really beautiful

    Rijkærd
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ?? I dont see any resemblance btwn the two

    Eiram
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    IF that is a tattoo, then it is obviously only half done, or intended to be incomplete. Easy to finish.

    Romain Dranreb
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah….. I see. Someone ordered a tattoo on wish. Remember people, you get what you paid for; in this case I just hope it was enough money for new needles, proper tattoo ink, and health and safety course for the « artist »? Be careful. Best case scenario it’s just mangled skin, worse and you get a lifetime of AIDS or Hep C to pay for.

    Bobby
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Artist knew that Book have no part in your life.

    Bobby
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "A young artist unknowingly plays a role in releasing a deadly spirit as he attempts to learn tatau, the Samoan tradition of tattooing."

    Pascale Pierloot
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was the tattoo artist blind or something? 🤭

    A Strike
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The one on the right looks like cake. Nothing wrong with that.

    Rebekah
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll take Not a Real Tattoo for $5000.

    LuCa
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what you get when you ask for a copy of another artists work.

    Suzy the observer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Easy to fix by a reputable and talented artist.

    Elsker
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But, don't these people research a bit into the tattoo artist they go to?

    SCamp
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Holy moly, did you do it yourself with your non-writing hand?

    AW
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never understood why people don't chose someone reputable for tattoos. If it turns out f****d up, they it'll cost more to cover up or you'll be looking at your mistake forever

    lazy panda
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do these "artists" not show the clients a stencil first??

    Marybeth Martens
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if i saw the second image 1st I could not have guessed it was supossed to be the first

    ratfreezer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A professional could turn that into a really dope surreal version of the original.

    Jessica Cifelli
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks more like someone couldn't sit through the entire tattoo appointment

    Stephen Steve Stephenson III
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like she had the good sense to stop before more damage could be done.

    Freder
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yay, more trashy tattoos. Nothing screams regret more than a tattoo.

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    Monday
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone with more knowledge, please tell if the condition of your hair would make a big impact on the result here? Cause the hair in picture two looks horribly damaged.

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    As mentioned before, focus on the things that are within your control. Even if it's something as simple as meal planning or laying out your clothes the night before a stressful day. Establish routines to give your days and weeks some comforting structure.

    However, if you continue to have trouble managing stress and coping with uncertainty, ask for professional help. Psychologists are experts in teaching people how to develop healthy ways of tackling stress.

    At the end of the day, thinking differently about your ability to manage uncertainty is a skill that can improve with practice. But if venting on TikToks works, who's to say you're doing something wrong?

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    Layla Corman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope you walked out with all the $ you walked in with!

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    Layla Corman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They definitely used a needle that was too thick for this type of fine line tattoo.

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    #21

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    Layla Corman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Woah! They went way too deep with that needle!

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    Beck
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why add hands (feethands?) When not necessary.

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    Noir
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like it's an okay substitute just because it explains itself.

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    #24

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    Layla Corman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kylie Jenner had this on in one of her IG photos. Yes, it stretches like crazy, but unless your paying for the actual designer then expect to get the crazy, cheep, knockoff that doesn't stretch or fit.

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    #25

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    Noir
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nuh uh. Someone getting beat if that's what showed up when I ordered the other one. You don't mess around with chocolate dipped fruit. Especially chocolate dipped strawberries. That's asking for an old school beat down.

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    Monday
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair to the stylist here, she didn't have long or thick enough hair for that style to be possible without extensions.

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    #29

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    DUN DUN (she/her)
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I'm sorry miss, we sent you BigFoot's order by mistake. Our bad."

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    Sheila Stamey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't even need to speak Spanish to know that you hate this.

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    GoddessOfChaos
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This such an easy nail art to do, please don’t tell me it was done by a “ professional”

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    #32

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    Kira Okah
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do not the branches flex out? Thi is what most artificial trees look like before you fan out the branches.

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    #33

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    Michelle M
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Though the materials are clearly different, I feel like it would fit perfectly on someone with the same body shape as the first pic.

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    The world is filled with amusing disappointments that can take you by surprise when purchasing a product or service. Finding humor in these unexpected experiences can be a delightful coping mechanism. Just as the 'What I Wanted vs. What I Got' theme vividly captures the disparities between hopes and reality, acknowledging these mismatches can lead to laughter and understanding.

    Enhancing your perception of this concept, explore the intriguing examples shown in the realm of unpredictable outcomes.

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    #37

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    Loki’s Lil Butter Knife
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You buy crap from Wish for $0.99 and $10.00 shipping, you get crap from Wish.

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    Cactus McCoy
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This might look completely different standing straight up. The mannequin also has quuiitte unrealistic proportions, so the result must differ. Also: lighting.

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    #41

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    rabbitsrabbit
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Other than the colour (could be a lighting issue), it looks close.The blouse is hitting her hands and the pants her feet so the length is right.

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    Artsy Bookworm
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First of all why would anyone want nails like that?!!

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    Noir
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well you have to style it at least a little. I guarantee the first girl's hair didn't look like that without product/tools. I don't think the cut is that bad actually.

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    #45

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    Lys Chen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ordering the right size is always a good idea

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    GoddessOfChaos
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t get how a professional could mess up these flame designs, they’re not that hard

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    #47

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    Michelle M
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's super relaxed hair and the second is probably natural or semi. Of course, one can't expect the same result although the cut style is the same.

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    rabbitsrabbit
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Execution looks fine, her nails are just too short

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    Layla Corman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing is wrong here! People complain too much!

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    Layla Corman
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's actually one of the best knockoffs I've seen. Dam complainers!

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