The most recent orders from our governor include wearing masks when in public so I decided to make a set of masks for my family. I found a free pattern online for a non-pleated mask with filter pocket.
Supplies:
Editor's Note: If you are attempting this project for the first time please note that the original mask pattern has been slightly revised, version #3. You will note that the seam allowances are now set at 3/8ths inches rather than 1/4". The designer has also added an additional fabric allowance on the tab for the mask to accommodate wider elastic or ties. The steps are essentially the same as those published here.
Steps:
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I have this free face mask from the original author but your pictures are so much clearer and easier to see what you're supposed to do. Thank you!
Great instructions. Thank you!
Great instructions! Very clear and you really made this mask easy and fast to do. Other instructions for this mask has more folding, pressing etc. Yours is much neater and cleaner finish! Well done. Thank you
Kara
I love your post and pictures! Such a complete posting. I think I can do this now. Thank you!
How do I get the pattern ??
You can download it from the supply list, where it says "pattern, download and print (#3-mask with pocket)"
all I could do was install the pdf opener, but it wouldn't let me actually open the .pdf. Would love to get the pattern if possible
I'm so sorry you are having trouble. This is the direct link. You should be able to print it directly from here:
www.craftpassion.com/
This looks great. I've been looking for a pattern that "draws up" on the sides. I'm going to try it!
This is the pattern I use. But may I say a coffee filter is not a good filter. The best filters for viruses is the Kirby Vac bags or an A/C filter from Filtrete that says it is for viruses and about 8 other things. Just remember that DIY masks are less effective then N95 masks but much better then nothing. Stay safe!!!
Does it take a long time to make?
In my opinion, it is all based on your sewing talent, whether it takes long to sew or not. I consider myself somewhere bw a beginner and intermediate sewer. I have sewed 3 different style masks. For me, depending on the day, sometimes the project goes quick and sometimes it can take me 2 hours on one mask. No rhyme or reason.
These instructions are so complete and easy to follow. Thank you.
Great instructions! Very clear easy and fast to make. Thank you.
I made the same design and love that
Step 1
I already made the same design and love that it is a little fuller for breathing easier. Thank you for your layout *I used rope elastic make a complete loop. I put the top & bottom loop of elastic over my head and then place the top part of the elastic over my ear the bottom loop at the base of my skull. I can send a picture if anyone wants one.
Step 2
*I also made one with stretch cording made with a 71/2" piece of material that has the same idea for putting in a pocket & it has no darts. I like this one too has it has more room for breathing.
Now to make sure everyone wears one.
Thanks for the tip of mask 3, I have been making mask 1 for months with elastic over head, I just couldnt get the pattern to be snug doing ear loops. I am going to try mask 3 pattern and awe how it comes out. Again, thank you.
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