I reverse engineered this crocheted shirt

[@stinkyinky7267]

before you added the sleeves you looked like an incredibly fashionable crossing guard

[@Showmeromi]

Hahaha

[@TheFaheem0707]

I love the way you broke down the design by putting together drawing cards like a puzzle. Keep those vlogs coming please.

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! The paper drawings help us both :)

[@aliaungst1174]

I came to the comments to say this. Awesome math skills.

[@MelissaThompson432]

I enjoy watching the process. I hate watching videos where people crank out miles of crochet and everything fits right the first time and they never have gauge problems and I sit here with my ten thumbs, surrounded by snarls.... Whereas you do a sleeve, decide it's too round, do another sleeve, realize you added too many stitches, do another sleeve, then turn out an I Would Have Bought That In A Shop garment. It gives me hope.

[@celeste2645]

Why have I never thought to use paper to plan and cut out a crochet project? Absolutely brilliant! Thanks for sharing your process

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!!

[@A-Minor-Music]

Granny square (& also multicolor knit) crop tops & vests were popular when I was a teen in the 70's. It has been fun to see hand-knit & crochet designs trending again.

[@bonesonstones1]

You are VERY good at this. You are such a natural on camera, your content is different and interesting, yet so calming at the same time, and your video quality/editing really is top notch. Best of all: Excellent cat. I think you'll go far on here.

[@Showmeromi]

That's like the nicest thing anyone can say, thank you! 🔥🥰glad you resonated with this side of me

[@ionionescu8936]

if you re into kpop at all... the stylists include a bit of crochet in their outfits for music videos. i have a lot of fun pausing to figure out if it s crochet or knitting xD

[@Showmeromi]

Ooh good idea! Thank you

[@theyarnycaterpillar]

youtube.com/@HenriPurnell?si=RA8jCtHMIFcpq3ve he makes music video's and crochets ❤

[@iti182]

The Boyz MV ‘Lip Gloss’ has a lot of details and pieces in granny square crochet

[@SuicuneCutie]

Romi I have been searching high and low for months on how to make this shirt and all the while I was trying to figure out how to reverse engineer it myself and just couldnt get it figured out. You've done it! I'm going to see if I can make this for myself later on. My hands are having a rest from crochet right now. Thank you so much for this video.

[@Showmeromi]

Glad I found you!

[@harukastorm4]

small tipp: if you start with half of a granny rectangle instad of half a square, you will get extra lenght at the bottom without adding the extra stripes. For that you would have to start with a vertical chain insted of a magic ring

[@Showmeromi]

@@harukastorm4 thank you, that's definitely a great option.

[@salttothesea]

Super cool! I’m sure you don’t need the advice, but for pieces like the sleeve you could try mocking it up with a piece of fabric. When you get the right look, you can use your fabric as a template and crochet a piece to match, then attach it to the body.

[@Silvia_Trich]

It’s so much better than the original pattern! Redoing the sleeves was definitely worthy!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@KittyHannah]

You sir are quickly becoming one of my favorite KZbinrs. As an over stimlated middle aged mom, I love your editing style. It's informative, interesting but so calming! I love being creative and I love watching you be creative. Never change!

[@Showmeromi]

Makes me happy to hear! Thank you🌸🙌🏼

[@sueblaser14]

I started off not really liking the design but wow....the finished garment is awesome and it totally suits you!! 🤩

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@meady50]

When I first started crocheting I told someone I would love to make crocheted clothing for guys (mainly so I can wear them) but you don’t really see it that much and so I never really had a good place to start referencing from if that makes sense. Thank you so much for these videos!

[@ClubCrochet]

YES!! The second I saw this shirt I was like OMG I need one! Love it. Also LOVE the Dont Hug Me I'm Scared puppets!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!!

[@xingcat]

I follow so many sewing/knitting/crocheting/maker channels and I don't do fiber arts at all, but it's fascinating to see the process. A great shirt! Also, now I feel an overwhelming need to make a batch of stuffed shells!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! Stuffed shells were 10/10 highly recommend🙌🏼

[@beckstheimpatient4135]

The process is fascinating to watch! I agree. I watch so many crafts that I don't plan on picking up, but crochet is definitely one I recommend. I picked it up more seriously a few months ago and it's brought me a lot of joy and relaxation - it's REALLY good for stress relief.

[@CommissionerManu]

That turned out beautifully after all that! Redoing the sleeves was so worth it

[@Showmeromi]

Yes! The final redo changed the look immensely and I'm super happy with it

[@alliecat7145]

You were really great at reverse engineering the shirt. I also love your personality, you seem very warm and open. Also extra points for the cute kitty. I can't wait to see what else you do.😍

[@rosem5044]

I’m not going to lie, the sleeves were looking really bad… but omg you totally did it! Whatever you wound up doing in the end was well worth the extra time and effort. They look great!! The whole thing looks great!

[@Showmeromi]

Yes, it made a huge difference! It took three or four tries 😰 so proud

[@rosem5044]

@@Showmeromi You have every right to be proud! I’m proud of you! ❤️

[@Showmeromi]

@@rosem5044 thank you💕💕

[@kywire._]

Cool, it looks really nice and airy!!! I don't know if I would have noticed the different construction on the back of the original until it was too late, lol

[@Showmeromi]

I'm so glad I did because this is WAY easier than the relaxagon shirt!

[@gigijordan8960]

I have been admiring this top every time I watch Queer Eye. I just love it! Also the top that

[@giovannadallalba2126]

I really wish I could afford the luxury of crocheting clothes using thicker yarn but my country is so hot that I have to use very very thin yarn to make clothes so it usually takes weeks or months to finish what other people can make within days 😢 but it's so pleasant to see your videos. It's so good that you also share your mistakes, it makes me feel like I don't have to be perfect

[@Showmeromi]

Cotton like this is very breathable! As long as it's not animal fibers or acrylic you can try a bit thicker. Good luck!

[@giovannadallalba2126]

@@Showmeromi thank you for the useful tip!

[@selenapuder8643]

I just discovered your channel through this video and im immediately sold on all of your content and your teaching style based on the way you broke this down. The paper template is something ive never thought of but could imagine being so helpful to wrap my brain around many different pieces

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! Yeah the paper is amazing! I do it often

[@lorraineprice3858]

I think you are the goat for recreating stuff off the top of your head just by seeing it a design and making a pattern on the little paper is absolutely phenomenal and it looks great on you thank you for sharing.

[@Showmeromi]

Of course! It's extremely fun :)

[@makeitwithalex4483]

The shirt looks amazing. So impressed that you fearlessly took on the project AND frogged the bits that you wanted to perfect 💚

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@delfiorentino]

Omg I tried so hard to do this bc I knew it wasn't a hexagon but I was still a beginner so I couldn't figure out how to do it. Thanks so much for breaking it down!!!

[@pkjones3186]

Those sleeves are EVERYTHING!! I’m working on a project and the sleeves really got me down. Thank you.

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! I really figured it out with this project :)

[@makeitwithalex4483]

Let’s talk about those ‘Don’t hug me, I’m scared’ puppets 💛💚❤️

[@Showmeromi]

Made a few years back for a show and I love them!!💕

[@caitlinbarber4349]

Okay I'm going to start paper planning my designs now. Wonderful design! Loved the whole process.

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! Yeah, try it 👍🏼

[@dorothyAW]

From the point of view, someone who crochets items without a pattern all the time, and someone who has sewn a shirt before you’ve done a pretty good job.

[@cherb_soco1891]

Brilliant job! I just love that the Fab 5 wear crocheted clothes. Instantly fell in love with Antony's shirt. You did an incredible job of recreating it. Tan wears some cool crochet items & JVN too. Great seeing your whole process!

[@ashahirschfeld1554]

Love the insight into the construction of it, patterns can be confusing so your approach was super helpful! Re-doing the sleeves made such a difference and it turned out incredible!

[@jmchau]

listening to you talk through your thought process was very interesting. It's always interesting to hear how different brains process to get to the same spot.

[@sarahknits1984]

Oh my gourd, it turned out AMAZING! Loved your wholesome walkthrough, step away, come back process and that you filmed it all. This isn't just an instructional video, it's a whole vibe and I love it!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! Yeah it's like a motivating hangout space that I'm trying to create here :)

[@sarahknits1984]

@@Showmeromi It's working and I am here for it! Love it! ☺🧶🧡

[@_anshin_anshin]

Youre so generous, hardworking and talented. So proud of you. Lovely boy, wishing you happiness and good health

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you for your kind words. Take care

[@ciaraingham3602]

I am amazed at your ability to look at a garment and then re-create it. Love watching your videos ❤

[@watchingstuff922]

the most inspiring crochet content ever

[@Showmeromi]

💕

[@CaRlOsKoKiS]

I love all of your videos so so much, like, just another dude crocheting with a vlog progress kind video, and not just a plain tutorial. I´m living for your content

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! Intento :)

[@justjennylynne]

Yes!!! I saw this shirt on Queer Eye too and have been trying to figure it out for weeks. I was pretty sure I was going to have to do the back and fronts as three separate panels... I am SO glad I ran into this video! Thank you so much for sharing your process and results. I'm stoked to get started on this. Side note, I noticed a lot of crochet garments on the latest season of QE, love to see it. 💖

[@alindaramos2867]

I’m so happy you’re left handed. It will make it a lot easier for you. Somewhere in your description you should mention it. 💐😁💐

[@Showmeromi]

Oh, I didn't know lefthanded was easier! How come?

[@andream5462]

This was a fun watch, thanks for sharing your process. It came out great!

[@alynicrespilho7934]

That looks so good. I like the shade of green you chose

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you :)

[@carlaangelaferrer5871]

The cut to the finished product was a jumpscare in the best way possible! It looks really good!

[@franzien9127]

I saw Antoni, I saw crochet and clicked to watch while crocheting...also the mini paper things are genius!!!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@ricroflxD]

For next projects, I don't know if you got the time but it might be worth to steam/wetblock the patterned patches before you assemble the shirt. I think it really lets the details pop out especially when there is a square pattern like in this case (or any other type of very sharp angle pattern repetition). You could do it once its done as well, but It'll likely be a nightmare

[@Showmeromi]

Sure! Cotton doesn't respond much to blocking but ill make sure to :)

[@Lanchik1Bee]

Nice job! Good fit! You fixed the puff sleeve,very well executed!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! Super glad I remade them all those times.

[@chloehayman9654]

so good to see a fellow lefty crocheter! hard to find very much left handed content with crochet

[@PowerPunk31590]

I agree

[@charlottecaywood1099]

You’re Crochet Julio Torres ! That’s what keeps coming to mind! Glad I finally figured out who you remind me of- it was on the tip of my tongue for days 😂

[@Showmeromi]

Omg hahaha. I've gotten that before lol. I've actually talked with a few of his friends.

[@zetizahara]

This is really great. I’ve learned a lot about garment construction from watching this. Now I want to get back to crocheting and finish my last project I was working on m, a winter jumper for my greyhound.

[@Showmeromi]

Do it!! Thank you :)

[@sewsocialclt]

What a cool process! Love it.

[@carissa4081]

Just found you from your Queer Eye cardigan video and I just love your vibe, cat and especially how you explain your reverse engineering. I’m a beginner crocheter and understanding how to reverse engineer crochet clothing I like the look of is so helpful! Thanks again! You have a new subscriber 💚

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! I started in september. Tale big risks and you'll be surprised what you can make. Good luck!

[@carissa4081]

@@Showmeromi Thank you, I will!

[@sockeranna]

This really hit the spot, just what my brain needed at this very moment!

[@LauraS_1194]

Loves it💚👍 I love and appreciate how you broke down all your steps in making the garment👍 Love the st paddy's theme for March💚🍀

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@stephaniefairey8633]

I'm so glad you fixed the sleeves - I hated the before version. But it looks fabulous now!

[@LittleLlamaCrochet]

I loved seeing the design process, thank you for showing how you work through issues. The finished shirt looks great! Take care 🌸😺

[@tabi_verse]

Love the endresult. I think I'll make this for my boyfriend once I'm finished with my current project. Thanks for breaking it down so simply :)

[@mathi3933]

Oh wow, thw fixed sleeves make such a difference! Good thing you kept pushing

[@sonny-tb4xp]

Cant believe I havent seen you before now!!! I love the art and the ideas you give. thank you!!!!

[@myrskyk]

I remember looking at this exact shirt when looking for inspiration for a vest I wanted to make, but didn't end up making it because I'm still so new to crocheting :'D But this turned out great!! And helped me like, understand how to reverse engineer clothing a little better, it doesn't seem as daunting after seeing your process with it.

[@nichimuchimu]

I am super glad and grateful to found your channel Romi!! I really, REALLY ENJOY how you share your thought process, I always learn something new in each of your videos! The vibe of your videos are also so relaxing and I live for your aesthetics so much 😭✌🏻✨❤️ Thank you for sharing them to the world! I’m excited of what you would share to us next!❤

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you :) excited for the next one! New camera and editing software!

[@wetrathours]

i love the final sleeves!! the whole shirt came out so good!

[@kevingirard7844]

Very nice design. Sleeves do seem to always be a tricky thing to make come out right.

[@Showmeromi]

Yes! The final pattern has even more improvements the sleeves, but ended up happy with them

[@duckiecreations]

Love this idea of freehanding .. Ive crocheted for a long time (self taught) and sometimes i see finished products that i love but could never figure out ... lol Awesome job !

[@WendyHAROLD-h6n]

You’re very entertaining to watch thank you

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@mooglily]

I just looked to see that your channel is only a month or so old! That’s so crazy! I love your filming & editing style. I’m new to crochet & I feel like I’m learning a lot from watching you work through these projects!

[@JosephSmith-mz9xh]

Yay, a lefty crocheter!!! I love your vids! I’m gonna buy a pattern after I’m finished with my project.

[@Crochetedbymichi]

Well done - enjoyed watching the process!!!! ❤

[@Showmeromi]

Happy to hear that, thank you🔥

[@diablorisful]

Hey, Romi! I just wanted to thank you for this video, because it came in my feed at the very precise time when I finished my first cardi and wanted to try my hand at more garments. There's really not much male crochet wearables in the world. Unfortunately, I'll never be able to buy your pattern (something about war and all that dark stuff), so I had to engineer something on top of what you've done in this video, and the result looks absolutely amazing. I couldn't have done it without you. When I finish weaving in all the ends (in a couple of days, I hate doing it) and block it, I'll post it on Insta and tag you, if you're interested in how it turned out. You're a great inspiration and you're very cozy to watch.

[@Showmeromi]

I would love to see what you made! I'm goad I got to bring you some happiness and inspiration. Thanks for sharing :)

[@sammy1269]

Thank you! As soon as I saw this top on queer eye I wanted to make it! 💚💚💚 love what you made

[@trinity4251]

the really round arms are probably realllly nice for plus sized people! this might be one of the next projects i do!!!! wonderful work and love the kitty cat :D!

[@kcfield601]

Such a great talent. Very well done. Looks awesome.

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@CraftWithUs-sl9im]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video, love your process for reverse engineering. I’m gonna share this video with my yarn group.

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@iitsantoine]

I discovered your channel yesterday and I love your hard work and how you help us to crochet! cheers!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! I try!

[@suemount6042]

Hi Romi why haven’t I found you before now a happy subber your crochet is fantastic and your blogging style so natural a breath of fresh air

[@Showmeromi]

I'm new! Welcome. And thank you :)

[@bufftigerx]

Thank you for sharing! This is a delightful youtube video!

[@kristinarodriguez5652]

I love your vibe and can tell you’ve invested a lot of time in this project and edit ❤️ love love love and subscribed And my hands also feel nothing until the next day 😂😂 smart of you to stop yourself

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! Im happy to report this one didn't hurt my hands hahah

[@Houseplant.sketchbook]

This is looking so good. For future projects adding few (maybe just two clusters ) granny square stitches under the armpit could make the fit even better. (Or a gusset)

[@Yarningproblem]

This has saved me trying to get this figured out .I was dreading it but got an order for one and this will save me I will for sure give you credit when I post my work

[@Showmeromi]

Of course! We all learn from each other :) Get the pattern if you need to know how to make the sleeves! I rrealize I never fully shared how I made them

[@Yarningproblem]

@@Showmeromi already in my cart .

[@ItsJustJen2]

Absolutely satisfying to follow along your process.

[@haddimerabuddyxox]

it turned out so good!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@jay_cadiramen]

You are so creative and fearless - very inspirational

[@judyjoker1124]

Thank you so much, glad I found you

[@jaybee2337]

12:21 kitty’s eyes match the green in the shirt 😊

[@elenamikhaylova5086]

Thanks for sharing your process!

[@Showmeromi]

Thanks for watching :)

[@bethgoldman2560]

I love watching your process! The shirt looks great! Perfect for a casual summer night out with friends! I’m also here for your cat. Looks like mine and acts like mine! Greetings from spring like New England!

[@Showmeromi]

We love a void cat. Thank you!

[@sugashunnybun185]

There is something so therapeutic about watching left handed crocheters as a right hander myself

[@melancye]

So glad I found your channel! You have such a warm vibe. Loved watching this video, and shirt looks amazing!!!

[@Marsontheearth]

Thank you for creating this, and explaining the process so well!! Love this!!

[@scifugitive2]

Dude! You were amazing at reverse engineering that sweet 50's looking shirt. New subscribe!

[@kriskraig193]

i love the pacing and editting of your videos!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you :)

[@miaschu8175]

Your shirt is actually nicer than the one worn by Anthony. I prefer how it looks more structured, especially the shoulders and the sleeves. Good job!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@jrichmond5810]

I love it for a woman too. What a great job. I would love to make that for myself.

[@diegogarza6338]

This was so interesting to watch. I loved seeing your creative process and the ending result came out great. You’re so talented 🙌😁

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@angellover02171]

Looks great.

[@findingteresa8524]

This looks amazing! Great job. You are so talented.

[@Showmeromi]

TY!

[@jemfromrainyviije]

I'm transmasc and learning how to crochet, so your videos are really helpful for me in envisioning crochet in a more masc lens! also you're just gender goals tbh. such a good style! the shirt turned out soooo good, what a slay

[@Showmeromi]

Aww, thank you! I know how hard it is to find masculine content so happy to inspire gender-affirming makes for you

[@suzannepurcell3781]

I like the green you chose much better than what's used in the original. I suggest adding more buttons down the front for a smoother closure. Love the beautiful cat content!

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you!

[@chrissy24-7]

I really like stripes so this was so cool to watch you reverse engineer! It kind of makes me want to make a knit version 😅❤

[@Showmeromi]

Try it!

[@elacross3898]

You can get rubber/foam pencil grips and they fit those smaller crochet hooks

[@Showmeromi]

Smart!

[@3rdand105]

As always, sheer genius. As an aside, it's been my experience that many people prefer drop shoulders, because they're comfortable and roomy. I tend to agree, and they're a little easier to make than the other kinds of sleeves. Raglan would be my next favorite sleeve type, but I don't believe that would look very nice for a granny square garment. I could be wrong.

[@Showmeromi]

Thank you! Drop shoulders look great in a baggy or lose fitting garment like a sweater or cardigan, but i find for a men's shirt the structure lends to the look. i'm doing my first raglan sleeves now!

[@ITALIAORIANA]

Wow those sleeves look amazing after you re-did them. Better than the original shirt.