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89 People Who Wasted Incredible Talent In The Most Spectacular Way Possible (New Pics)
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89 People Who Wasted Incredible Talent In The Most Spectacular Way Possible (New Pics)

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Good design and flawless execution often go hand in hand. But sometimes you get something aesthetically questionable despite remarkable craftsmanship. 
It could be an outrageously elaborate tattoo, a piece of ridiculous-looking furniture expertly constructed, or any of the other posts you’d see on the Awful Taste But Great Execution subreddit. The name itself is already a good enough giveaway of the mixed emotions you’ll feel as you scroll through. 
Here are some of those posts we’ve collected for your entertainment today. Who knows? These oddball designs might even inspire you in some way.

#21 Who Had The Time For This?!!

Toilet paper roll art with braided legs and a drawn face in bathroom
35points

#22 Idk Why This Was Made. But I Am Impressed

Intricately crafted wicker motorcycle sculpture showing craftsmanship
34points

#23 This Shoe-Cake

Sneaker with a slice of cake inside it, mixing shoe and food
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33points

#24 This Duct Taped Car

Car with a awkwardly shortened roof showing flawed craftsmanship
32points

#25 Giving Your Haircut A Haircut

Hair design featuring a detailed female face haircut in flawless craftsmanship
32points

#26 This Handy Octopus Sculpture

Octopus sculpture with human-like hands showcasing flawless craftsmanship
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31points

#27 Grasshopper Bag

Grasshopper shaped handbag showcasing detailed craftsmanship wasted on odd concept
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31points

#28 An Excavator’s Shovel Mug (It’s Milk Tea Btw)

Flawless craftsmanship on a uniquely shaped metal coffee cup with claws
29points

#29 A Well-Groomed Dog. Or "My Mom Got Her Dog’s Feet Shaved So That They Wouldn’t Get As Dirty When She Went Outside"

Dog with fluffy paws and long nails on couch showcasing flawed grooming craftsmanship
29points

#30 Anyone Wanna Ride A Lobster Motorcycle?

Motorcycle disguised as a lobster demonstrating unusual craftsmanship
28points

#31 My Friends Hand Made Crown Royal Jacket...after Many Many Bottles. Chinese Silk Liner

Man wearing a hoodie jacket covered in Crown Royal logos
28points

#32 Moldy Fruit Art Using Precious Gems And Stones

Beaded sculpture resembling a detailed artistic lemon with intricate craftsmanship
28points

#33 A New Form Of Contraceptive Emerges!

Unusual flawless craftsmanship footwear combining cowboy boots and sandals
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28points

#34 Wallet Chain Ankle Crocs - Thank You Small Town Malls

Person wearing black pants and spike-studded crocs displaying odd craftsmanship in fashion
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27points

#35 That Stool

Wooden bar stool with legs and tail design showing craftsmanship wasted on weird concept
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27points

#36 Feeling A Little Frisky

Gray cat wearing a handmade pink crocheted bikini showing odd craftsmanship concept
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26points

#37 A Good Way To Make Sure Nobody Steals Your Luggage

Suitcase with a large smiling face print in airport scene showing craftsmanship wasted on weird concept
25points

#38 This Horse

Horse with star-shaped fur patterns as strange craftsmanship example
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23points

#39 This Spongebob Car

Yellow car painted with SpongeBob character design showing craftsmanship wasted on weird concept
23points

#40 This Belongs Here

Flawless craftsmanship burger-themed lingerie set with lettuce and tomato details
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23points
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