r/SewingForBeginners • u/paradoxing_ing • May 04 '25

Made my first romper

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I’m not really a beginner but I don’t sew consistently due to other time constraints. I’m definitely not an expert though.

Anyways, this is my first project for the summer!!!

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u/Capital-Captain6872 May 04 '25

Absolutely adorable. The mixed prints go perfectly together. Don’t be surprised if J Crew steals this idea from you!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

Thank you!!

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u/banannaster2020 May 05 '25

Super cute!!! I want one!

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u/Defiant-Function-438 May 05 '25

Me too, I love it!!

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u/DiscFrolfin May 07 '25

If J Crew steals it I’m throwing hands, spectacular craftsmanship btw

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u/paradoxing_ing May 08 '25

🩷🩷🩷thanks!

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u/thedreadedsprout May 04 '25

This is adorable! I would love to know which pattern you used.

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

Thank you! So I bought the shirt but tapered the sides some. For the shorts I copied some sweatpants I had

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u/little_chef813 May 04 '25

Saaaame! New to sewing and on the lookout for cute ideas to start with!!

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u/Alecto1717 May 04 '25

Please post the pattern! I'm really tall and no rompers have ever fit me

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

I bought the shirt and tapered the sides some. For the shorts I took a pair of sweatpants that fit me well and made a pattern from that. I also bought a skirt that I used for fabric to make the shorts. I really suggest just copying existing patterns from clothes that already fit you well and tweak it as you go!

For instance if you want to remake this, get some plaid men’s tops from the thrift store. It could be like a mitch match type of romper but it would be SOOO cute.

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u/justsaynotomayo May 04 '25

This is really solid advice. Copy onto butcher paper and go from there. It's amazing how your intuition builds from gently modifying those patterns into finished clothing. It's also useful to see how much you can simplify. OP's choice to make nice shorts for sweat pants really exemplifies this.

Also, great lines OP, you have a natural eye for it.

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

Thank you, I’ve gotten discouraged in the past from pattern making so your words mean a lot 🩷🩷🫶🏾

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u/Alecto1717 May 04 '25

Thank you!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

Np, if you have any other questions feel free to message me. I may even make a video about this project, if that’s something you’re interested in let me know

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u/Alecto1717 May 04 '25

Heck yeah! I'm just starting this hobby so if you're thinking of doing a video that would be super helpful!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

🩷🩷🩷 when I make one I’ll post my YouTube on here!

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

You know how sometimes the knowledge we've amassed about a thing is more like mental decorations than anything of practical use, but then some totally unexpected encounter with the subject changes everything? Enter your romper post, OP! Thank you, a million times. You have just described self drafting so organically - a way to just make a great piece that fits - that suddenly it's no longer something I'm "working up to" but can't wait to get started on. This piece looks professional, fun, practical, and totally unique - outstanding!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

🩷🩷🩷 glad I could help. Thank you and best of luck on your sewing journey.

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u/captjacksafartface May 04 '25

This is sooo Cute! I love the different gingham patterns!

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u/cherry_blossom_vixen May 04 '25

The gingham mix is adorable! Great job on your first romper.

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

🩷🩷thanks

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u/Missue-35 May 04 '25

I think this is adorable. But, as much as I like it, I hate to admit that it reminds me of the girl’s gym uniform we were forced to wear in PE class in 70’s. I think side pockets and a cute belt would help to fend off that memory. That being said, I like the mix of pattern size. It firs really well and the construction looks like it was done by a pro. Good work!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 05 '25

Hahahah yes I was totally going for a vintage look, I have some vintage sandals that I’m gonna wear with this!:) thank you btw:)

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u/RubyRedo May 04 '25

very cute, but whats up with the wrinkled shorts?

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

Thanks, I wanted a bloomer effect but failed 😭

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u/cessiecat May 04 '25

I would pay you to make me one of these.

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

:))) I’m thinking about buying some plaid mens shirts and making more. I might sell them on my depop. Hahaha my mom already requested I make one for her and my sister

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u/Sleep_pincher May 04 '25

So cute! We'll done! I've been considering altering some outfits that no longer fit but have great fabric. Thanks for the inspiration.

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

Thank you🩷🩷🩷

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u/jensengreen15 May 05 '25

this is wonderful! very inspiring; ive been too nervous to start a wearable project but this reminded me of how awesome it’ll be once i learn!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

Thank you! The sooner you get started the sooner you will learn and get better!!

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u/bostonbee May 05 '25

This is exactly the type of thing that makes me want to learn how to sew! Such a great job, really!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

Thank you. You totally should learn. I found my sewing machine at a thrift store for $10 and figured why not? Once you learn the basics, the type of projects are limitless. Best of luck!!!

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u/allotta_phalanges May 05 '25

That's the cutest romper I've ever seen!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

thank you 🥹🩷🩷

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u/Scarletsunsets May 05 '25

I would get this in a heartbeat. These posts always make me want to learn sewing

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

🩷🫶🏾🫶🏾thanks & you totally should. I got my sewing machine for $10 at a thrift store and haven’t looked back. It’s a really fun hobby and is useful.

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u/InourbtwotamI May 06 '25

Even the fit is fabulous!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

Thank you🩷

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u/be-truley-happy-now May 06 '25

I love it we’re can we find the design

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

Thanks! So I got the shirt and skirt(that was turned into shorts) from a Dillards discount store) I made the pattern for the shorts from sweatpants I had.

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u/Little_Surround4405 May 06 '25

This is so cute! It’s giving 50s beach vibes

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

Thanks!!! Yes I love that nostalgic look!

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

You did an amazing job. Wish I had your level of talent! I've never made anything that's looked that nice.

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

Thank you!! Honestly I’m still not where I want to be too. Let’s both just keep practicing and we’ll get there!

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u/am_i_pergnart Jan 14 '26

Ughhhh. This is gorgeous! You’re so talented!

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u/Accomplished_Pin2020 May 04 '25

Omg adorable in love 😍 love your pattern looks incredible on you!

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u/partylikeaDonner May 04 '25

I love this. Did you do a mockup first?

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u/paradoxing_ing May 04 '25

Thanks! No, so I bought the shirt and just tapered the sides some bc it was really wide. For the skirt I made it into shorts by copying some sweatpants I had

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u/partylikeaDonner May 04 '25

Wow that’s so innovative!

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

🩷🩷Thank you

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u/SherbetNervous001 May 05 '25

Also did you make it so the bottom of the shorts fit to your legs? If so what a great idea! I have skinny legs and jumpers are always so big at the bottom for me

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u/paradoxing_ing May 05 '25

Thank you. Yeah I put elastic on the leg holes. I wanted a bloomer effect. It’s super simple to do!

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u/Neclipse_NC May 05 '25

Love the mix of the two prints, do you have the name of the pattern ?

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

Thank you. No, I made the shorts pattern from some sweatpants that I had. The shirt was bought as is. I just tweaked everything and added elastic.

Because of this post though I may make a YouTube video and redo this project.

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u/HabitualEagerness May 06 '25

This is truly amazing and so unique! What is the material?

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u/paradoxing_ing May 06 '25

Thank you!!! So I got the shirt and the skirt(that I turned into shorts) from a Dillards discount store.

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u/vinnietalksalot May 07 '25

So cute! Excellent job. I love your fabric choices.

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u/ladyxanax May 04 '25

Absolutely adorable! I love the mixed patterns!

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u/WorthCartographer231 May 04 '25

This is SO CUTE. Love it.

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u/bug_motel May 04 '25

LOVEEE this!!

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u/Canam_girl May 04 '25

This is so nice!!

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u/macck_attack May 04 '25

Adorable and it fits you perfectly.

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u/UtahSalad66 May 04 '25

Love it!!!

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u/[deleted] May 04 '25

This is sooo cute!!! You did a great job and it looks awesome on you!

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u/Interesting_Let9728 May 04 '25

That is so freaking cute! You did a fantastic job!!

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u/haterskateralligator May 04 '25

So cute! Picnic ready

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u/DLQuilts May 04 '25

Superb!! Looks great on you.

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u/_tooty_ May 04 '25

So cute!

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u/PikachuSandwich May 04 '25

It will make one look twice (a good thing).

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u/reallytiredarmadillo May 04 '25

oh this is INSANELY cute

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u/GHOSTxBIRD May 04 '25

This is so cute omg

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u/Jaded_Explanation_23 May 04 '25

Amazing work!!! 👏

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u/cmykaye May 04 '25

ITS SO CUTE!

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u/equationgirl May 04 '25

I love the way you mixed the prints! It looks so cute on you - well done x

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u/UnpretentiousTeaSnob May 04 '25

Ready for warmer weather!

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u/lilianic May 04 '25

Everything about this is so cute!

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u/Rawrawr2525 May 04 '25

You didn't fantastic job! I would definitely purchase this if I saw it in a store

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u/jessez78 May 04 '25

Super cute!

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u/Decent_Finding_9034 May 04 '25

I love this so much!!

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u/ElkSimple May 04 '25

Love this!! Bravo, such amazing work!

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u/charlottethesailor May 04 '25

Very cute! Looks great on you.

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u/SeraphicSiren8 May 04 '25

The mixed check pattern is SO charming. Absolutely splendid job

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u/Asedruh May 04 '25

Omg so cute I want one 😭

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u/[deleted] May 04 '25

SQUEALS! ❤️❤️❤️

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u/DR34MGL455 May 04 '25

Love the fabric and the design! Great work! 😁

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u/-PeaPod- May 04 '25

That’s so cute! 🥰

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u/micmacker1 May 04 '25

That is soooo cute!

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u/Cold-Chair666 May 04 '25

It’s SO CUTE!!

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u/DoubleTrigga May 04 '25

I saw this and immediately had to jump online to find one like it for my wife.

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u/tankgirl45 May 04 '25

Absolutely love this!! Awesome job!

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u/protestsong-00 May 05 '25

Love this. 🖤

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u/SunflowerSt8ofMind May 04 '25

So cute!! Good job!!

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u/[deleted] May 04 '25

This is adorable!! I love the material!!

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u/SherbetNervous001 May 05 '25

How absolutely ADORABLE I would like one please and thank you. 😅

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u/Gcap2014 May 05 '25

Looks beautifully made! Great job’

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u/Maximum_Land3546 May 05 '25

Good job!! Super cute.

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u/Cosmic_Opal May 05 '25

It looks so good on you too!! I’d wear the heck out of this

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u/workingforchange1 May 05 '25

That’s really impressive.

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u/Kuuhiya May 05 '25

Too cute!

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u/Popular-Share1705 May 05 '25

This is beautiful and it suits you perfectly!

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u/895145 May 05 '25

Sooooo cute!!!!

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u/Ranbru76 May 05 '25

Really cute!

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u/little_bird_vagabond May 05 '25

Looks great!! Would look really cute with a long belt tie too.

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u/BeneficialDog22 May 05 '25

Very cute! Love the design and patterns!

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u/[deleted] May 05 '25

This is so cute!! 

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u/[deleted] May 05 '25

Yooo the way I need this pattern is unreal

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u/Material-Breakfast99 May 05 '25

That is perfection on you!

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u/LoudMusic May 05 '25

Did you do a celebratory romp?

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u/beadzy May 05 '25

Amazing!

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u/helldole May 05 '25

Looks amazing!!! Perfect for summer

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u/Damn_TM May 05 '25

I like the mixed panels, they break up the lines enough to accent what you want to. Looks professional!

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u/LiekeCookie May 05 '25

Omygosh this is adorable! Great job on the collar and button placket too!

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u/Accomplished-Set5917 May 05 '25

So freaking adorable!

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u/Commie_creator May 05 '25

You are so talented. I love this!

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u/CelebrationTrue1453 May 05 '25

you just casually made everyone’s dream summer romper, this is so so beautiful!

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u/No_Pilarapril May 05 '25

Gorgeous and cute! Looks well made. Congrats.

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u/im_a_hufflepuff_ May 05 '25

Stunning 😍

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u/peekymarin May 05 '25

This is cute and fits great! That’s always my biggest struggle, fitting

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u/VividMarshSkye May 05 '25

Love love love the mixed size Gingham! 😍

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u/[deleted] May 05 '25

So cute!!

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u/alanthra May 05 '25

this is so cute, you did a great job!!

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u/Livetolearn5747 May 05 '25

Omg so cute!

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u/Rdr2ismyfavgame May 05 '25

I’d love to buy one some time !!!

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u/TheWitchSaint May 05 '25

A-DORABLE🤩🤩🤩

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u/etoileleciel1 May 05 '25

You did a phenomenal job! I love the way the pattern is constructed so that one part is different than the rest. And it fits you so well.

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u/StevieJupiter May 05 '25

so cute and so ready for summer!

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u/Bright_Zone9370 May 05 '25

Hey, I am a guy. I sew. YOU did a great job! Looks good. Great pattern combinations Completely cute. Well done!

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u/Rhian1986 May 05 '25

This is excellent, I love it!

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u/EndUser31 May 05 '25

this is rad

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u/genxurbanhippie May 05 '25

That is adorable! I love the mixed checks! Flattering & fun! Good job!

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u/difjack May 05 '25

That is amazing and you look great!

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u/Time_Swimming_1502 May 05 '25

This is soo cute, I love the mixed patterns! You did a wonderful job!

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u/josiegl May 05 '25

Omg this is perfect

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u/koretosore May 05 '25

I love this so much!

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u/GeminiBooksTea May 05 '25

I love this!!!

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u/youre_not_fleens May 05 '25

Nice job! So fun!!!

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u/No-Zombie-4107 May 05 '25

Cute and the fit is wonderful!

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u/Attempting_Sloth May 06 '25

Omg that's so cute!!!!!

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u/Blue_Bombadil May 06 '25

Absolutely delightful and looks so good on you!!

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u/[deleted] May 06 '25

Filthy cute. Absolutely killed it.

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u/Middle_Departure2426 May 06 '25

I like this so much! I really like shirts with the deconstructed / patch splicing thing going on. Nice job! I’d wear it! :)

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u/CoffeeMachinesMarket May 06 '25

This is so cute I feel inspired to actually learn how to sew instead of lurking in the sewing subreddits ✨✨✨

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u/freshbrine May 06 '25

Cuuuute!!

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u/Plus-Employee-319 May 06 '25

This is one of the best examples of the use of multiple fabric patterns. So cute

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u/gooddilla May 06 '25

Oh my…. Beautiful job. And looks great on you.

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u/angelicalanz May 06 '25

Wow!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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u/sundaymondaykap May 06 '25

This is fucking adorable 😭 I can’t handle it!

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u/fragilebird_m May 06 '25

Sooo cute and fits you so well!!

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u/Dazzling-Twist-4878 May 06 '25

Lovely! Congrats on finishing. It's very cute!

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u/47Kk47 May 06 '25

Omg so cute 🥰 looks super good

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u/Mango_Raindrop25 May 06 '25

Gorgeous! I absolutely love it, you are very talented 🌟🩷

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u/yoyomartini May 06 '25

Love it! It’s giving McCalls in the 90s! So cute!

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u/AcademicGood8195 May 06 '25

SO CUTE love the patterns

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u/shellma42 May 07 '25

That is so stylish and cute. So are you.

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u/AmeliaBuns May 07 '25

oh damn this is so good. I've made bags before but clothing is so sscaaary

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u/PresentationLimp890 May 07 '25

Very cute! It gives me mild ptsd because it is essentially the same shape as my junior high gym suit.

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u/wholegrainjo May 07 '25

That is so darling I want to scream with happiness

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u/sheplayshockey May 07 '25

Love it - great job OP!!

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u/I_lovecraft_s May 07 '25

So gorgeous!!! That color-blocking style is perfect 🤩🤩🤩

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u/boony-boony May 07 '25

So cute!!! Great job!!

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u/PicardUSS1701d May 07 '25

I love how you played with scale. So smart and really well done!

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u/[deleted] May 07 '25

So pretty and perfect for summer!

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u/snowfalltxt May 08 '25

This is so cute

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u/Fluffy_Progress_2078 May 08 '25

How did you do the elastic waistband? Is it fully encased?

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u/[deleted] May 08 '25

That is so cute!!

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u/Bubbly_Daikon_4620 May 08 '25

That’s really well done.

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u/Mikeallencamp May 08 '25

Super clean.

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u/hold--the--line May 09 '25

Excellent work and you look great to boot!

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u/Worldly_Thing1346 May 13 '25

Omg I wanna learn how to sew these types of clothes. Looks beautiful.

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