Before she became the Material Girl, Madonna, just like the rest of us, went through her awkward teenage years. Surprisingly, during that time, the iconic pop star wasn’t just focused on music. She was busy crafting dresses for herself and her siblings. Recently, she took a trip down memory lane and shared a delightful throwback photo that highlights her impressive sewing skills.

Madonna's High School Graduation Snapshot

On January 29, the 60-year-old music legend shared a nostalgic photo on Instagram, capturing herself before she was singing about La Isla Bonita (and yes, we can’t promise the song puns will stop). The image features the “Like a Prayer” singer standing proudly beside her sister, Paula Ciccone, on her high school graduation day. Though the photo is slightly blurry, it's easy to see the vibrant and patterned dresses they both wore, showcasing their unique style for such an important occasion.

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My Sister Paula and I on my High School graduation day! We sewed our own dresses from Butterick patterns. 👗 I was always so embarrassed we could not afford store bought dresses. In retrospect Im glad i learned how to use a sewing machine. ✂️ Notice No cleavage or bare knees!! Papa Ciccone was very strict. 😂 #highschool
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A post shared by Madonna (@madonna) on Jan 29, 2019 at 4:37pm PST

Madonna's Personal Reflection

In the caption of the post, Madonna revealed that she was once embarrassed because they couldn’t afford store-bought dresses. However, she now appreciates the valuable skill she gained by learning how to use a sewing machine. She added humorously, "Notice no cleavage or bare knees! Papa Ciccone was very strict." This glimpse into her past offers fans a deeper understanding of her upbringing and values.

Fans React to Madonna's Throwback Post

Madonna's fans were thrilled to see this candid and heartfelt post. One user commented, "Madonna and Paula, you both look stunning. Once again, it proves that you don’t need to be rich to have style and elegance." Another admirer chimed in, "Such a beautiful post! Many young ladies are in the same boat, and I really love that you shared your story. Anything is possible with a dream and dedication!"

This isn't the first time Madonna has caught everyone's attention with her Instagram posts. Last week, she shared a photo with one of her adorable twin daughters, and people were captivated by her new, short, 1920s-inspired hairstyle. "But what if …#photobomb.” One commenter remarked, “You look best with black hair,” while another exclaimed, “Look 15 years younger!”