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Those who have been following Bored Panda at least for a little while probably know that we have a weakness for hilariously bad DIY projects. Or rather, DiWHY. I guess that's largely because anyone who struggles with their own creative endeavors, big or small, needs the reassurance that there's someone worse than them in order to sleep at night.

And there's a Facebook group that provides just that. It's called 'That's it, I'm craft shaming,' and even though this online community is just two years old, its 17K members have already collected plenty of eerie custom-made dolls, baked bean Christmas ornaments, and other things that you couldn't even imagine. So for better or worse, continue scrolling to check out some of the group's recent hot posts.

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#1

Posting Anonymous So I Don’t Get Booted From The Group I Saw It In. Someone In The Comments Said “Why Does The After Photo Look Like The Before Pic?”. I Don’t Think The Husband Is Wrong Here

Posting Anonymous So I Don’t Get Booted From The Group I Saw It In. Someone In The Comments Said “Why Does The After Photo Look Like The Before Pic?”. I Don’t Think The Husband Is Wrong Here

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#2

Kinda Looks Like The Grinch

Kinda Looks Like The Grinch

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Just like the first time we covered 'That's it, I'm craft shaming,' its admins and mods were kind enough to have a little chat with us.

What caught our eye this time is the fact that unlike many other similar groups, these folks keep it locked.

"We decided to remain private to discourage people from jumping in and bullying the crafters," the team running the group told Bored Panda. "It's one thing to have a laugh and a joke but we don't stand for abuse or bashing. We're trying to see the fun side in the mistakes, not ridicule or belittle and we find this easier when the group is private, with each admin looking out for those who [want to join.]"

#3

Saw This On Another Group And I Think It Belongs Here

Saw This On Another Group And I Think It Belongs Here

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#4

We Need To Address This

We Need To Address This

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#5

Found In The Local Marketplace

Found In The Local Marketplace

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Contrary to what some internet trolls might think, this group isn't about putting people down.

"Our goal, as always, is to bring light, laughter, and love to the crafting community," the admins and mods of 'That's it, I'm craft shaming' said.

"No one is perfect or infallible and even da Vinci, Monet, and van Gogh made mistakes. Admittedly, none of them tried to paint a sofa with wet chalk but still. We celebrate our mistakes as a part of life and in the hopes that when we make our masterpieces, we can look back on our humble beginnings and smile."

#6

Funny Bad Crafts

Funny Bad Crafts

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#7

Saw That On Etsy

Saw That On Etsy

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Kathryn Baylis
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, we used to color on our white sneakers with magic markers too. Back in the day, when I was a pre-teen. I’m 62, btw, so we’re talking like 50 years ago.

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#8

Wow What A Beautiful Bracelet

Wow What A Beautiful Bracelet

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Cyndielouwhoo
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This reminds me of the JFK golf clubs getting messed up in that Seinfeld episode where they then thought he had a terrible temper when playing!

Red Lotus 🪷
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As a person who crochets, I felt an aching stab of pain seeing this picture.

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Talking about keeping the group civil, the admins and mods said that "there's a fair bit of continuously checking posts for comments but we approve main posts first to ensure they're not offensive."

"It's one thing to accidentally make something anatomically comical but another to post something racially or culturally insensitive."

#10

Just Check The Profile Pic Of The Seller

Just Check The Profile Pic Of The Seller

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#11

Posting Anon In Case They’re In Here

Posting Anon In Case They’re In Here

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#13

Posting Anon So As Not To Be Kicked From The Group But I Will Never Understand Sealing Poop In Resin

Posting Anon So As Not To Be Kicked From The Group But I Will Never Understand Sealing Poop In Resin

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There are a lot of different ways people end up being featured on the group, but some stand out more than others.

"We think that crochet is always hard. It's such an incredible skill that takes years to perfect so those early works tend to be sloppy and bumpy," the admins and mods of the group explained.

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#14

It's Not Clear If This Person Made The Hat, Just Added The Beads To An Existing Hat Or Is Just Pointing Out That It's A Hat With Beads. Regardless, A Perfectly Fine Hat Was Ruined

It's Not Clear If This Person Made The Hat, Just Added The Beads To An Existing Hat Or Is Just Pointing Out That It's A Hat With Beads. Regardless, A Perfectly Fine Hat Was Ruined

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#15

Posted In A Loom Knitting Group. This Is Not Op’s First Project And She Is A Fully Capable Adult

Posted In A Loom Knitting Group. This Is Not Op’s First Project And She Is A Fully Capable Adult

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Arturo De la Rosa
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

say is a tie. It was always meant to be a tie. Problem solved. you are welcome.

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#17

For The Person Who Has Everything?

For The Person Who Has Everything?

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However, sometimes you can produce a bad project even if you have the craftmanship.

"We get a lot of home decor ideas that tend to be a bit... Not thought out, like art with live ammunition, ruining perfectly good furniture, and just stuff that's not practical or comfy," the team behind the group added.

#18

No

No

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MellonCollie
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh, they are earrings! I see it now. Depends on who made them. If it was my 9-year-old, I'd say good job ;-)

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#20

Found At A Thrift Store. I...i... I Mean, What?!

Found At A Thrift Store. I...i... I Mean, What?!

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#21

Fb Marketplace Find By An “Emerging Local Artist”

Fb Marketplace Find By An “Emerging Local Artist”

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However, people who take the creative path shouldn't be discouraged by the bumps they face along the way. "We think anyone has the capability to practice and perfect a skill, whatever it is."

"Taste, on the other hand, is so purely subjective. It's impossible to say that one man's trash... and all that jazz!"

And that's ultimately the message that the group is trying to get across. Don't be ashamed of your setbacks, they're part of the process.

#22

I’m Sorry.. But No

I’m Sorry.. But No

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#25

Funny Bad Crafts

Funny Bad Crafts

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The Other Guest
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wouldn't have thought it possible to lower the value of a Dollar Tree plate, but there ya go.

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#26

A Jewellery Box Made Out Of Toilet Rolls And Cardboard. Really Tacky. I Had To Watch The Whole Vid, Was Like Watching A Train Wreck

A Jewellery Box Made Out Of Toilet Rolls And Cardboard. Really Tacky. I Had To Watch The Whole Vid, Was Like Watching A Train Wreck

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#27

Ummm No. This Was In A Design Group…

Ummm No. This Was In A Design Group…

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#28

Shaming Whoever Thinks They Can Sell This St. Louis Cardinals Tumbler On Etsy For $35.00 (With $10.00 Shipping)

Shaming Whoever Thinks They Can Sell This St. Louis Cardinals Tumbler On Etsy For $35.00 (With $10.00 Shipping)

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#30

This Is The Predator Mask She Wants $150 For

This Is The Predator Mask She Wants $150 For

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#31

Funny Bad Crafts

Funny Bad Crafts

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#32

I Don’t Know If I Should Be More Concerned About The Crafter Or The 212 People Who Liked And Loved It…

I Don’t Know If I Should Be More Concerned About The Crafter Or The 212 People Who Liked And Loved It…

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#33

Posting Anonymously So I Don’t Get Kicked From The Other Group. They’re Pretty Flowers But Even Better Buttholes. “I Have These Carved Rhodochrosite Flowers Available For 10 Bucks A Blossom Or 5 For 40”

Posting Anonymously So I Don’t Get Kicked From The Other Group. They’re Pretty Flowers But Even Better Buttholes. “I Have These Carved Rhodochrosite Flowers Available For 10 Bucks A Blossom Or 5 For 40”

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#34

I’m All For Alternative Crochet Materials But

I’m All For Alternative Crochet Materials But

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#35

Someone In A Group Im In Just Finished This. I Have No Idea What It Says

Someone In A Group Im In Just Finished This. I Have No Idea What It Says

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#36

Honestly A+ For Confidence

Honestly A+ For Confidence

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Laughing Orc
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel like if you have to say 'please don't be disrespectful' on the listing you already know that what you made might not be... Great.

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#37

There’s A Trend On Tiktok Right Now Called Yarn Crocs… Some Of Them Look Okay But Her Caption Is “Had To Make The Matching Pants” … Did You Though And The Leftovers As The Belt

There’s A Trend On Tiktok Right Now Called Yarn Crocs… Some Of Them Look Okay But Her Caption Is “Had To Make The Matching Pants” … Did You Though And The Leftovers As The Belt

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Hawkmoon
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I hear the words "tiktok trend", I run away screaming. Don't even need to look at any picture.

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#38

Seen In Another Group And Thought It Belonged Here

Seen In Another Group And Thought It Belonged Here

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#39

Seen On Another Group I'm In About Seeing Faces...

Seen On Another Group I'm In About Seeing Faces...

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#41

Funny Bad Crafts

Funny Bad Crafts

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#42

"Perfectly Imperfect" Mhmm, Ok. I'd Be Scared To Have Put The Tape On, Much Less Take It Off Lol Eta Yall. It's A Great Idea, Imo But That Execution Is A W F U L And You Can't Possibly Believe Otherwise

"Perfectly Imperfect" Mhmm, Ok. I'd Be Scared To Have Put The Tape On, Much Less Take It Off Lol Eta Yall. It's A Great Idea, Imo But That Execution Is A W F U L And You Can't Possibly Believe Otherwise

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Robert T
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you pull hard enough, you may be able to pull the whole wall off, which will improve things dramatically!

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#46

No Explanation Needed

No Explanation Needed

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#47

I Understand That They Are Suppose To Be Drums… And I Get That… But I Also Get…someone Rammed A Q-Tip To Far Into Their Ear Vibes Too

I Understand That They Are Suppose To Be Drums… And I Get That… But I Also Get…someone Rammed A Q-Tip To Far Into Their Ear Vibes Too

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#49

“DIY Hairclips” = Random Glitter Poured Onto Wet Black Nail Polish

“DIY Hairclips” = Random Glitter Poured Onto Wet Black Nail Polish

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Ace
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Done by a child judging from the backing card, and honestly not a bad effort at all. Actually quite nice. Doesn't really belong here.

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#50

Anonymous So I Don't Get Booted From The Group This Came From

Anonymous So I Don't Get Booted From The Group This Came From

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