SUPPLIES & TOOLS:
- 100% cotton fabric for mask
- 3 yds bias tape
- Pattern template (download PDF under print description)
- Basic sewing supplies
- Cricut Machine
- Cricut Iron on Vinyl
- Cricut Accessories and supplies
DIRECTIONS:
- Download the pattern by clicking “download PDF" below Print Description.
- Cut out patterns using cutting directions on the pattern.
- Seam allowance is 1/4" unless stated otherwise.
- Match outer mask pieces right sides together and sew the outer curve. Repeat with lining pieces.
- Open both mask halves and press both seam allowances to the right.
- Topstitch down the seam allowance, about 1/4" from the seam.
- Match front and back pieces wrong sides together, nesting center front seams.
- Baste layers of mask together using 1/8" seam allowance around the edge of the mask.
- Apply bias tape to the 2 sides of the mask. Trim bias tape to be even with the rest of the mask.
- Cut two 40" pieces of bias tape for the top and bottom ties. Center the bias tape and pin across the top edge of the mask folding over the edges.
- Topstitch along the edge of the bias.
- Center the other tie along the bottom of the mask and sew.
- Finish ties by folding twice and tacking into place or knotting ends.
- Use the Cricut Design Space software to create the desired words for your, making sure they will fit within the width of your mask.
- Use a Cricut Maker or Cricut Joy to cut out the words you've chosen. Be sure to mirror the image and place your Cricut vinyl decorative side down on the mat for holographic/glitter vinyl and shiny side down for solid color vinyl.
- Peel off the vinyl around the letters and cut out each individual letter. Place the letters onto the mask and iron into place. You may need to iron the left half of your phrase first, then fold the mask and iron the right other side. Peel off the plastic backing after the vinyl has cooled slightly.
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.