SUPPLIES & TOOLS:
DIRECTIONS:
Please read and follow all manufacturers' instructions for all tools and materials used. Provide adult supervision if children participate in this project. Masks are not intended for hospital or medical use and are not OSHA certified. Please follow CDC guidelines for use of masks.
- Body Fabric- Denim 10-12 oz or 100% cotton fabric
- Fabric Ties 2 yards - Use 1/2" double fold bias tape, 3/8” Twill Tape, 3/8” Grosgrain ribbon or make your own using knit or woven fabric
- Lightweight, nonwoven fusible interfacing
- Pattern template (download PDF under print description above)
- Basic Sewing Supplies
DIRECTIONS:
- Download the pattern by clicking “download PDF” below Print Description on the right.
- Cut four of pattern out of denim (cut 2 together, twice) Apply interfacing to wrong side of denim pieces.
- Cut fabric ties to about 18” each.
- To make your own woven fabric ties, cut strips 1 1/2" X 36” long. Fold strip in half long ways and press. Fold raw edges in toward center fold and press again. Stitch down the side to close tie. Cut to 18” length and finish one side by folding twice about 1/4" and stitching to secure.
- To make your own knit fabric ties, cut strips of knit fabric 1 1/2" wide. Stretch strips out until knit fabric rolls. Trim down to 18” lengths.
- Match two pieces of denim right sides together, and sew the outer curve using 3/8” seam allowance. Repeat with remaining two pieces.
- Open pieces and press both seam allowances to the right.
- Top stitch down the seam allowance, about 1/4” from the seam.
- Lay one half of the mask down with the right side facing up. Pin raw ends of fabric ties in each corner, placing them 1/2" up/down from the top and bottom edges. Finished tie ends should extend toward the middle of the mask. Once ties are pinned in place, bundle the tie ends together in the center of the mask.
- Match front and back pieces right sides together, nesting center front seams.
- Pin and sew around the exterior of the mask, leaving a small opening at the bottom of the mask between the center front seam and corner.
- Clip across corners, taking care not to cut through the stitching.
- Turn mask right side out and press.
- Top stitch around the mask, closing the hole at the bottom in the process.
Please read and follow all manufacturers' instructions for all tools and materials used. Provide adult supervision if children participate in this project. Masks are not intended for hospital or medical use and are not OSHA certified. Please follow CDC guidelines for use of masks.
Rated 5 out of
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WonderWomans Daughter from
Best pattern even for worst seamstress!
This pattern is by far better than one going around. Messed up with my first attempt. Would LOVE to see a thorough step by step as I am a visual learner!
Thank you so much!
Date published: 2020-05-02
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Momme from
Excellent design
I folded over the sides and stitched close to edge to form an opening to feed flat cord up through the bottom and back down the opposite side. i then fed the ends through a Single Hole Ball Toggle Cord Lock Spring Loaded Fastener. this works great to make the string adjustable.
Date published: 2020-05-01
Rated 1 out of
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Brenda from
Poor fit
I made this mask recently. The fit on an adult face was very small. Also, ties are not positioned right for the back of the head. They slide down and do not keep the mask in place.
Date published: 2020-04-29
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oldr_4_me from
Like This Shape Better
I have made several different mask types so far and this one is the best fitting one so far. It may be a little more sewing intensive but nothing anyone familiar with a machine cannot do in no time. I use a straightened paperclip wrapped in two sided tape (helps keep it in place as well as guards the ends) for the nose piece. Keeping the short sides near the ears open when top stitching allows for the addition of N95 filtration to be added. I also used double sided hook and loop tape for the closure instead of elastic because it can be adjusted much easier and secured much quicker. I used my Husqvarna Viking embroidery to add a little humor as well.
Date published: 2020-04-27
Rated 4 out of
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Thedish from
Notch the center seam allowance
This is a great pattern and fits well. I suggest cutting notches out of the center seam allowances on both the front and back pieces of the mask before sewing the front and back together. It will help smooth the curve. It is thick but I like that it's not flimsy. I've been wearing surgical masks at work and this is not any worse to breath in than a surgical mask, though it does muffle my voice more.
Date published: 2020-04-25
Rated 5 out of
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Fyshdreams from
Awesome masks
We've made about 15 of these and have another 20 cut and pinned, ready for our next mask making day. Using denim on the outside, soft cotton on the inside, elastic straps. (I was all set up to make hen aprons to sell on Etsy and at craft fairs but - zombie apocalypse. Diverted fabric and elastic from that project to mask making) Left open seam to insert filters, ordered hepa allergen & microbe vacuum cleaner bags and cut them up to use as disposable filters. One edge has a more pronounced curve than the other, so try it on both ways; with the curve over your nose then turn it upside down so the curve fits over your chin. We found 1/4" seams for men, 1/2" for women, 5/8" or 3/4" for petite faces or children. Don't get fancy embroidering or bedazzling the outer face piece - you want to avoid adding places microbes can gather or get through. Wash & dry all your fabric on HOT before cutting and sewing!!!
Date published: 2020-04-23
Rated 1 out of
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Grams from
Poor video
Poor video instructions no detail that follows the written instructions and even that is poor.
Date published: 2020-04-21
Rated 5 out of
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li5087 from
Newbie
I have never sewed before but thought I’d try this mask out as my first foray into the craft. It turned out pretty great. I ironed on a design using my silhouette cameo and heat transfer vinyl. I’ve made 2 denims so far and one flannel backed with 100% cotton. It’s pretty fun and super easy.
Date published: 2020-04-20
Rated 4 out of
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Nance from
Nice pattern.
I have made multiple rectangular masks with pleats in front and my machine just simply does NOT want to stitch these - they were each at least 3 and occasionally 4 layers thick.
This design is good - I put a small tuck on the pattern for the sides and use pipe cleaners across the top for shaping the nose piece. My first one has 2 layers, and it is not enough. Was not able to find interfacing, but will resume this task and make more. I use the round ponytail holders that come on a card for the elastic on the sides, cut them to the correct size and carefully stitch into the corners.
Date published: 2020-04-20
Rated 4 out of
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Sarah from
Good pattern if you're a normal-sized human. :)
The pattern worked out well and looks nice. However, it was waaaayyy to small for my husband's face. It is much more suited to the more gracile of our species.
Date published: 2020-04-18
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AZJADE from
I have made so many of these masks!
I love working with denim, so I began with denim. Now I have made this mask in cotton, t-shirt, cord and flannel. I have made small adjustments by adding ties instead of the elastic (did not have). I have also used hair ties with success.
Date published: 2020-04-16
Rated 4 out of
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teachgift from
disappointed
The mask design is great and the instructions are pretty good but when I got on to review the making of the mask; actually wanting to watch how she put the material together, specifically the "outer curve" to varify that I was doing it properly, the video was gone. I will now have to exoeriment and possibly waste material that could make more masks.
Date published: 2020-04-15
Rated 5 out of
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Debbie from
Thank you
Thank you so much for the pattern. I had been making the usual mask but wanted the description of this design. Your business is much appreciated.
Date published: 2020-04-15
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Maggy from
I like this pattern best so far
I have made several of these now after being disappointed with the first made with Denim. The denim was hard to breath through for any length of time. And I have been using ties instead of elastic because, like everyone knows, you cant get it right now. No big deal, I like the ties better anyhow. Now interfacing is hard to come by too. But I am still making them for family and friends. Just do the best you can, with what you have. Some protection is better than no protection, in my thought process anyhow. Once you get the hang of it they go together quite quickly. Good luck everyone and stay safe.
Date published: 2020-04-13
Rated 4 out of
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Grammy4 from
Never put a mask on an infant!
Thank you for the pattern. I see you have one sized for an infant. It is dangerous to put a mask on an infant. They inhale C02 and cannot maintain saturation. You might think of removing the infant pattern.
Date published: 2020-04-12
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Windshadow from
*YOU CAN USE FOR AN INFANT/ SM.CHILD/ TODDLER
* I found you can change the template or pattern orentation by switching the settings for your print layout to "LANDSCAPE" just before you print. This changes the size of the mask & the print will come out sized for an infant, you can increase the pattern size by 1/2"inch to 1"inch by drawing around the outside line. Use a ruler & mark dots every 1/4" around the outside of line, then finish by following the dots around.
** check template against childs face for fit to judge size needed, Remember there is a 3/8" inch seam allowance you need to incorporate into your size increase!
Date published: 2020-04-12
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Genie from
Out of elastic? Use spandex fabric instead, it's s
I have been making masks for my community and I have run out of my stock of various narrow elastics but I do have some nylon spandex. I cut the strips 1-1/4 in wide and 8 in long, Stitch the long edges together with the serger and then turn with a loop-turner. The ends were overlapped a quarter of an inch and bar tacked twice. If speed was super important, you could always leave the serging on the outside.
Date published: 2020-04-10
Rated 3 out of
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Leetie from
Center seam painfully bulky with 2 denim layers.
Used some old, soft denim I had around. The bulky center seam makes the mask painful to wear at the bridge of the nose. Probably fine if you use a softer fabric. Going to try the pleated version.
Date published: 2020-04-09
Rated 5 out of
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SueO from
Nice design
This is an easy mask. I narrowed the pattern where the elastic goes for a better fit around the chin. I like how it provides a bit of a breathing pocket around your nose. I also put an opening at the bottom to accommodate a filter.
Date published: 2020-04-08
Rated 5 out of
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Hospital relief from
Easy
I brought this fabric from joanns two years ago. I didn’t add a liking fabric because the staff at the hospitals are double masking but it works great as is.
Date published: 2020-04-08
Rated 5 out of
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hdrumm87 from
Fits perfectly
After trying a pattern with squares and pleats and elastic ties I find that pairing this mask pattern with cloth ties is the most secure and best fit. I’ve made these with cotton fabric and interfacing for an extra layer of protection/stability.
Date published: 2020-04-08
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Kuhlewulf85 from
Great mask!!!
Super simple for a novice sewer like myself. Used I used 100% cotton (two patterns) with bias for ties, 911FF interfacing and evening ran a small wire through the entire top seam to allow for a more fitted wear as I wear these over 8hrs a day. My favorite fit of all the patterns I have tried.
Date published: 2020-04-07
Rated 1 out of
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Greenthumb42 from
Pointless!
1. What's the purpose of making all of these masks? Answer: to provide a very basic level of barrier to the coronavirus, at the least to contain the wearer's cough.
2. What's the problem with this particular
style of mask? The seam right down the front of it is full of needle punctures in the cloth!
Stylish but not very practical.
Date published: 2020-04-07
Rated 5 out of
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Perry from
Great first mask attempt for me
Thank you so much. I thought this version would be more manageable for me than the folded version. I like it.
Date published: 2020-04-06
Rated 5 out of
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Wilecoyo from
Even a thumb fingered guy can do it?
It came out very well. I plan on making several as I still have to go in.
Date published: 2020-04-06
Rated 4 out of
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Homeuse from
Pattern fit before sewing
Didn’t fit so well after all the top stitching seam allowance taken etc. So I altered the original pattern sewed two layers together then sewed them back sides together front sides out to have full use of the pattern size And it fit gray. Doesn’t look professional but functions better see two masks and altered pattern. A medical professional would want to have a hand topstitched nice looking mask but for going to the grocery store I prefer the one that fits and covers better and tighter
Date published: 2020-04-06
Rated 5 out of
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Jen O from
Great pattern and pretty easy
I liked this pattern better than the pleated one. This fits anatomically better. I happen to save old jeans for patching others so I have a ton of denim on hand. Also happened to have 1 unopened package of fusible interfacing. That package made 4 adult masks. Used double gold bias tape for some and and then used 1/4 inch grosgrain ribbon. They are easy sewing with some experience about matching seams, and clipping to ease fit. Thanks for the free pattern.
Date published: 2020-04-06
Rated 1 out of
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tlg55 from
demin mask
cant get the instructions to print!! not helpful when trying make the mask
Date published: 2020-04-06
Rated 3 out of
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Kenna from
Good to keep in mind
Pipe cleaners rust, metal can jam up washing machines and is dangerous in x-ray/mri machines and loose weave fabrics need a few layers to be safe. Consider your end user; medical personnel or general population, while you sew. Also, the thinner the edges the easier it is to conform to face shape. Consider serging layers together rather than turning the mask.
Date published: 2020-04-05
Rated 4 out of
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Lilee from
No printer
Am trying to make some but no one is stating raw dimensions. As I have no printer I am totally guessing and don’t want to waste anything. Can someone please tell me how tall at the sides as well as the center and the bottom.
Date published: 2020-04-05