Best Fit Face Mask Tutorial Video

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  • Best Fitting Face Mask - Designed for simple sewing, less fabric and form fitting for more head shapes. Make this mask for COVID-19 (Coronavirus) protection in less than 30 minutes. Plus, alternatives to materials currently unavailable.
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    How I Designed this Mask:
    During the coronavirus outbreak I started making DIY Face Masks using some of the patterns I found online, but I really didn’t like fit, especially because I was used to my more form-fitting and comfortable masks used for carpentry or demolition. So I designed what I’m calling the “Best Fit Facemask.” It’s more form-fitted onto the face and it has adjustable elastic ties around the ears to fit a wider variety of faces.
    As a general contractor and woodworker, I had searched for form-fitting and comfortable masks to protect my lungs from dust and debris. For that reason, I knew there were better options than most of the sewing mask patterns I found. (These are not a replacement for N95 or surgical masks. These masks are designed to add an additional layer of protection.)
    Face Mask Template Sizes:
    The medium should fit most people, especially with the adjustable straps. I've included a large template for those who have a longer face or bigger head.
    Does this mask have a filter pocket?
    Filter Pockets or No Pocket, your choice! Instructions for sewing a mask with or without a filter pocket are included. In fact, it's only one step difference.
    In addition to this pattern being easier to sew, it also uses less fabric to allow you to make more masks with the fabric you have on hand. Speaking of fabric, these are some sources for fabric in your home so you don't have to buy anything!
    (I've included affiliate links for your convenience. I earn a small percentage from a purchase using these links. There is no additional cost to you. You can read more about affiliate links here.)
    Materials:
    Fabric (see below for suggestions) or order online: amzn.to/3dZqMnt
    Scissors: (good sewing scissors speed along the process.) amzn.to/2V9ZuSC
    Thread: amzn.to/3bY39dc
    Iron: amzn.to/3e2va5d
    Elastic Strap material (see below for ideas)
    Favorite Nose clip materials: amzn.to/2Ca3U6C or bit.ly/2ABs6xO... bead (or buttons): amzn.to/3dWQ8lQ
    Sewing Machine: amzn.to/2x8j2ij
    Better Face Mask Fabric Materials:
    There is some science behind the materials used for face masks. Although the tighter woven (more thread count) fabrics offer more protection, they do pose the issue of being harder to breathe through. If you want to choose the best materials for both, here is a list of best materials for making your DIY face mask when trying to prevent virus transmission.
    Sources for Mask Materials in Your Home:
    Quilter's Cotton Fabric
    Cotton Blend Fabric
    Sheets or Pillowcases
    Tea Towels (not terrycloth)
    Fabric Napkins
    Scarfs or Bandanas
    Flannel
    Dress Shirts
    Other Cotton Fabrics
    Nose Clip Materials:
    Coffee Bag Tie
    If you don't have a coffee bag tie:
    • Electrical tape and 18 gauge wire (or straightened paper clips) make a similar functioning nose clip.
    Simply cut a piece of electrical tape 3 inches long. Lay two 2.5" pieces of wire onto half the tape and fold over the other half to seal the wire inside the tape. Trim off the ends, leaving a small amount of tape to cover the wires.
    Adjustable Strap Materials:
    • 1/8" round shock or paracord (cut two 12 inch lengths per mask): amzn.to/2V2B3GM
    • 1" cut strips of t-shirt material (cut 6-8 inch lengths and stretch to 12 inches long)
    Full head & neck strap material option:
    5/8" foldover elastic: amzn.to/2DKjarr and bit.ly/32hmxjN
    The key to the Best Fit Face Mask fitting so well is the adjustable straps. Using a craft bead on the straps allows the user to adjust the mask to their face. The paracord is the hardest to thread, but I used pointed tweezers to poke the straps through. The t-shirt material and flat ribbon elastic is much easier to thread through.
    No matter what material you use for the straps, be sure to tie the ends of your straps to prevent the bead from coming off.
    If you don’t have craft beads, a button with some craft twine can work well as a strap adjuster.
    Want to buy a face mask instead? Click on the link below to see a list of people who are selling the Best Fit Face Mask. docs.google.co...

Комментарии • 2,9 тыс.

  • @LauranHazan
    @LauranHazan 4 года назад +153

    This was the 8th mask pattern I tried - and while it does take slightly longer than the pleated ones, it's absolutely doable and the masks are SO MUCH MORE COMFORTABLE!! Thank you for this - I'm making these as fast as I can.
    NOTE: If you have deep-set eyes (a lot of folks of middle eastern/north african descent), this is a great mask. It was the only one I can wear without fogging up my glasses.

    • @Loveoldies50
      @Loveoldies50 4 года назад +10

      Thank you for the comment about glasses not fogging. That is a big problem for me!

    • @veronicastewart1112
      @veronicastewart1112 4 года назад +2

      @@Loveoldies50 Me too!

    • @lindajocameron2294
      @lindajocameron2294 4 года назад

      I love this pattern. Easy and well fitting.

    • @Lauradeanne
      @Lauradeanne 4 года назад +1

      To keep glasses from fogging, I’ve read to cost lens in soap and wipe dry.

    • @RekhasCookbook
      @RekhasCookbook 4 года назад

      Adorable pattern 😍

  • @debrakimball137
    @debrakimball137 4 года назад +213

    I've made dozens and dozens of masks in the past month. Tried several different patterns. This one has been the best and most universally a good fit for all. Thank you for taking the time to make this video, for caring enough about others to put countless hours into responding to comments, and for a kind heart that puts up with comments from some people who are not being nice. Ignore them and know that the vast majority of us are very, very grateful and appreciative!

  • @SuperCrustyBaguette
    @SuperCrustyBaguette 4 года назад +92

    When I ran out of elastic, I made ear loops by cutting 1" wide loops from tights cut width-wise. For the nose bridge I folded a 5.5" wide piece of aluminum foil twenty times to create a bendable bar 5.5" x 3/8" x 1/16" bar.

    • @sjplymi5903
      @sjplymi5903 4 года назад +1

      You rock...what excellent ideas!!!

  • @l.m.o.8948
    @l.m.o.8948 4 года назад +1

    Brittany this truly is the best fitting mask. I have lost track of how many of these I have made. I sell them at a artisan run shop in Ontario. They are a clean design and sturdy construction, I make them with only two layers and customers can insert a filter. Our store is known for quality handcrafted items and your pattern fits the bill for me. I could make a consistent quality textile item. Thanks🇨🇦

  • @rheavanbreda6937
    @rheavanbreda6937 4 года назад +1

    I ran out of elastic before the stores were open. I used clean old panty hose. Cut a strip across the leg part about 3 inches wide, cut open, and stretch. It's perfect! I should have thought of that sooner. It is so much more comfortable than some of the other elastics you can buy!

  • @2Peachcobler
    @2Peachcobler 4 года назад +188

    The thing I liked about your video with the fact that you gave people some alternatives/suggestions for materials that they may or may not have to create this mask.

    • @dawndoran3645
      @dawndoran3645 4 года назад +2

      Use a Heavy T-Shirt...

    • @shannonwilliams7376
      @shannonwilliams7376 4 года назад +5

      Go to top far right corner of video there’s a ... bit upright it opens there is a place where it saids play normal then go into that and pick the speed u want. I hope this helps.

    • @shadowburrito4
      @shadowburrito4 4 года назад +1

      Yes! Extremely helpful.

  • @margaretwatkins4290
    @margaretwatkins4290 4 года назад +14

    I took a disposable cookie sheet from the dollar store. I cut out strips of the sheets, flatten them covered them in duct tape, worked perfectly.

  • @mrsthomsonsvideos450
    @mrsthomsonsvideos450 4 года назад +11

    I have made 120 of masks using this pattern and most people say it is the most comfortable one to wear. I use T-shirt material instead of elastic, it’s much more comfortable than elastic. I also make a casing for the nose wire to make it easy to remove for washing. Thank you for this superb pattern.

    • @bethelmcgraw9995
      @bethelmcgraw9995 4 года назад

      How do you create the casing? I am a novice sewer and I like the idea of removing the wire for laundering.

    • @mrsthomsonsvideos450
      @mrsthomsonsvideos450 4 года назад

      @@bethelmcgraw9995 I make a casing approx 4 and a quarter by 1 and a quarter inches. I allow a quarter inch for sides but only for one long side. The side not turned in, place at the top of the nose on the right side of the lining, with right side facing you. Machine all the way round except for top of nose and one side. Continue to sew lining to other part and when you turn it inside out, the casing will have been enclosed. I use gardening wire double, turning in ends to form loops. Like a few others, I use t-shirt ties, much softer than elastic. I hope this works for you. Any problems, let me know.

    • @bethelmcgraw9995
      @bethelmcgraw9995 4 года назад +1

      @@mrsthomsonsvideos450 Thank you so much! I will definitely give this a try.

  • @mariehawkins6157
    @mariehawkins6157 4 года назад +13

    Hi Brittany. Being a sister in carpentry, I have an idea for you for the nose piece that I found to work wonderfully. I had a roll of exterior flashing and I decided to try it out as the nose piece in masks that I made. I cut strips out of the metal with a scissor, curved the ends, and did a quick sand of the edges. Then I doubled the strips for more strength and sewed a small pocket for them in the nose area of the mask. Since they are an exterior product, they are corrosion-proof, which makes the mask washable even with the metal strips sewn in. If someone didn't want to wash the mask withe the strips in, they can sew the small pocket for the strips on the inside of the mask, only sewing three sides and they can simply slip the strips out to wash/dry.

  • @sheilafisher9246
    @sheilafisher9246 4 года назад +3

    I'm so happy I found this pattern. I've made close to 100 masks, and have donated some to a local soup kitchen. The homeless population can't come into these places for their meals without masks in many towns. If you get to a place where you can make enough to donate, please remember the agencies who serve the homeless.

    • @robin9094
      @robin9094 4 года назад

      How many inches long is each side of your templates, including the filter pocket?
      Thank you.

  • @brat46
    @brat46 4 года назад +41

    One thing I would like to add, when making the filter liner you might have to use a denim needle to go thru the multiple layers. I am hearing a lot of ppl who's machines are bogging down while sewing multiple layers.

    • @albertlopez8193
      @albertlopez8193 4 года назад

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    • @shereecooper1382
      @shereecooper1382 4 года назад +3

      If sewing machines are bogging down because of the multi-layer thickness, TRY using a different sized needle to accommodate those layers.

    • @JoC-ok3py
      @JoC-ok3py 4 года назад +1

      It you have a walking foot to replace the pressure foot that may help.

    • @JBmusicart
      @JBmusicart 4 года назад

      @@shereecooper1382 if you read the comment, they say, denim needle, that's a needle that can sew canvas and denim.

    • @JBmusicart
      @JBmusicart 4 года назад

      @@JoC-ok3py if you have a flim flam Jimmy you can jam it too😆

  • @damselinadress2069
    @damselinadress2069 4 года назад +23

    I have tried other mask templates, this one by far has been the best for me. I knocked out 6 masks last night. I love them. The fit is dead on. I used pipe cleaners for stronger nose bridge support. Two twisted 4 inch pieces together. I wear glasses and they don't fog up. It is a very simple pattern. I wore one outside today. It works very well.

    • @jazzcatt
      @jazzcatt 4 года назад +2

      Pipe cleaners rust immediately when the masks are washed.

    • @adrianacatuzza8251
      @adrianacatuzza8251 4 года назад

      damsel In a dress how do you download templates

    • @damselinadress2069
      @damselinadress2069 4 года назад

      @@adrianacatuzza8251 I selected her "instruction and template" link in the info section.

    • @damselinadress2069
      @damselinadress2069 4 года назад

      @@jazzcatt I didn't know that. Thanks

    • @clairezachow591
      @clairezachow591 4 года назад

      The wire in surgical masks is 4.5". When you say "twisted" do you mean that the finished length is 4" or the starting length? I'm using pipe cleaners also.

  • @samanthabell-nelson4062
    @samanthabell-nelson4062 4 года назад +15

    This tutorial was kinda fast for beginners but I caught on. After trying 2 other masks this one was by far the best fitting. After trial and error, I can finally make one in less than 30 minutes. Thank you so much for the pattern and tutorial.

  • @maryfelton1333
    @maryfelton1333 4 года назад +30

    God is sooooo good.About 3 months ago while shopping In Walmart for fabric for my Granddaughters prom dress, the lady in line behind be followed me out and offered to give me leftover beads and fabric she had..When I picked the stuff up it was mostly quilting fabric and I haven't quilted in years so I just threw the fabric in a corner in my sewing room and forgot about it.
    Well, when I realized what God really had in store for me and this fabric I immediately started making mask.
    I had made over a 100, all with plusses and minuses. But when I ran across your video I knew this is my final pattern. First it was your no nonsense and helpful attitude. Secondly,I didn't have to listen to your life story before you gave instructions. I'm 68 yrs old and I get POed at those women who act like they are auditioning for a talk show host before I hear n e thing useful. I realize my comments are long so plz edit them:D

    • @lancer525
      @lancer525 4 года назад +1

      Yeah, "god" is good. Sends this virus that has killed hundreds of thousands of innocents, with millions more lives to be lost before it's all over, and yet makes sure you get some spare fabric. That's like thanking the serial killer for murdering the family next door, instead of yours. What a great "god"... Just one of the 3,500+ that have been made up by man in all of recorded human history for the purpose of controlling the feebleminded. Like you.
      At your age, you should be smarter than to idolize some made up mythology. The same attitude you have caused the spread of the Black Death in the 14th century and led to the Renaissance. If it hadn't been for the Dark Ages when the Roman Catholic Church controlled everything and suppressed science, we'd be so much more technologically and scientifically advanced.

    • @daringcow
      @daringcow 4 года назад +1

      Religion aside I agree that this is the tutorial i ll use. I wore well fitting masks during renovations we still ce few leftover and i coulndt think of how to replicate this type of fit. No nonsense approch won me over too!

    • @gailgorenflo3501
      @gailgorenflo3501 4 года назад +4

      @@lancer525 At a time, when at the very least we should try to be more loving and helpful, I find your comment to be neither. Just a hateful diatribe. Live and let live. If you can't do that, just be quiet.

    • @fredstilwell3517
      @fredstilwell3517 4 года назад

      Hello how are you doing Mary. I trust you are safe and in good health. Thank you... God bless you.

  • @katcr9044
    @katcr9044 4 года назад +15

    I’m not good at sewing, do not own a sewing machine, but I was still able to make one. I love the fit, the adjustable ear strings, the nose adjusting metal. I used materials that I had at home, used needle and thread! Thanks, great tutorial! First one was a fail, but second one, I’m very proud of myself!

  • @jesseporras6771
    @jesseporras6771 4 года назад +99

    FYI : I tightly wrapped a 5" x 5" piece of heavy duty aluminum foil around a chopstick, then slid it off and flattened it. I then used this for the nose clip. It worked pretty well for me.

    • @doriweishaar4901
      @doriweishaar4901 4 года назад +2

      Now that's begging creative !
      I try to upcycle as much as poss so I like the idea !

    • @JBmusicart
      @JBmusicart 4 года назад +1

      At first I thought you were trolling😆

    • @roxannwalas9275
      @roxannwalas9275 4 года назад +1

      WOW! What a great idea!!! Thanks!

    • @celebratingthemoments8986
      @celebratingthemoments8986 4 года назад

      I have been using aluminum foil as well. It works wonderfully!

    • @sewsalot
      @sewsalot 4 года назад

      Very clever! I may try doing the same thing using a knitting needle! Thanks for the idea!

  • @annaryan4803
    @annaryan4803 4 года назад +22

    T-shirt fabric makes a great substitute for elastic since it has the
    same amount of stretch. Just cut strips ALONG THE WIDTH that are at
    least 1/2" wide. Stretch both ends, and both sides will curl to the
    middle. Now you can use it for the ear straps.

    • @vickibrochuturgeon7748
      @vickibrochuturgeon7748 4 года назад +2

      Nurse friends say they love the t-shirt elastic better because it doesn't cause breakdown behind the ears.

    • @tljag3568
      @tljag3568 4 года назад

      I didn't have any t-shirts to cut up, but had an old pair of knit pants and used them instead and they worked exactly the same! This is a great pattern!

    • @suebean3873
      @suebean3873 4 года назад

      Vicki Brochu Turgeon so just t-shirt fabric and that replaced elastic. I thought it would be too bulky for around the ears. TY. I’ll try it.

  • @vjw48sav
    @vjw48sav 4 года назад +107

    Made a medium and a large today. Substituted small zip ties for beads. tighten just enough to snug the tshirt material. Great fit. Thank you very much for clear instructions and pattern (downloaded). Even a 70 year old guy can make a good 'un.

    • @xiomaringa1
      @xiomaringa1 4 года назад +2

      Hello i will like to try on doing this mask. I just love you tutorial but can i have the measurements. Thank you

    • @nasrinsabri2252
      @nasrinsabri2252 4 года назад

      How can I know the measurements? Thanks.

    • @tamaramaleevsky2745
      @tamaramaleevsky2745 4 года назад

      @@ruthr77 Thank you!!!

    • @l.m.o.8948
      @l.m.o.8948 4 года назад

      A pony bead works great with 1 1/2 strips of t- shirt material. 🇨🇦

  • @tlkimball19
    @tlkimball19 4 года назад

    Hi Brittany! I am back to sewing after 28 years during this outbreak to keep busy. I dusted off the old singer, and got busy sewing masks. It took me awhile to learn to sew bias tape masks, especially when my sewing machine started acting up. I was piecing together multiple tutorials to fit my needs. I decided to purchase a new machine, and since bias tape was obsolete, i decided to look for different tutorials and materials to try. I came across your tutorial, and watched it. Decided to give it a try. Boy am i happy i did! I have viewed literally tons of how to videos. ( well not tons, but you get the idea.) I love about this particular tutorial, your simplicity, comprehensive, easy to understand, and alternative materials concepts. This is by far my FAVORITE. I was looking to make smaller sizes for my granddaughters in other tutorials since you only offered medium and large. After frustration, i decided to reach out to you, or re-read the info you provided thinking maybe you updated the sizes to include child size. Then i saw that you mentioned printing the medium size at 12%. BINGO! Thank you again, so much. Kudos to you for helping out this less than novice beginner!

    • @tlkimball19
      @tlkimball19 4 года назад +1

      Also, may i mention, my 32 yo son. He is required to wear a mask as a supervisor in a large automotive company. He is so picky, even as a child. After making two different style masks, several times, with no success to meet his "standards", it was then that i found your tutorial. I told him when i made this particular one, that was it, my final attempt! Well, he absolutely LOVES it. He loves the fit, comfort, and actually wears it upside down because he likes more space for his nose. He is so happy with it because he was constantly fogging up his glasses. So i placed a nose piece on the chin side as well. I guess they're correct when they say "The third time is a charm" :)

  • @yiayiarocks
    @yiayiarocks 2 года назад +1

    I found this pattern early after the start of the pandemic. It has been by far the best pattern that I've made for masks! I don't like the way other masks feel at all. This pattern has been perfect!

  • @mariacampbell581
    @mariacampbell581 4 года назад +19

    Im working on my first mask and I have a couple of suggestions. It would be helpful to mark the patterns with "nose" and "chin" to make it easy to match up the outside and the liner. It would be really helpful to mark the pattern cut on fold along the line. Thanks for the pattern.

    • @PrettyHandyGirl
      @PrettyHandyGirl  4 года назад +13

      Maria, thank you! I actually uploaded the printable instructions with the chin and nose marked on the pattern. I'm ahead of you on that one ;-). I think I addressed your second concern in the new downloadable instructions in #2: www.prettyhandygirl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Better-Fit-Face-Mask-Downloadable-Instructions.pdf

  • @ilsabailey8195
    @ilsabailey8195 4 года назад +11

    I just wanted to say thank you. And to say I know I was saving those ties off the coffee bags for a reason. All my family and friends ragged me about saving such things. To all of the SEEeeeee ;) thanks and please please stay safe.

  • @inxtahgator
    @inxtahgator 4 года назад +6

    thank you for sharing! I had not sewn in 45 years, since 9th grade home economics! I tried to understand several other patterns... anyway, I found your pattern simple and effective. I made a couple minor changes over time, and I would be happy to share them with you if you like... I have now made about 70! Everyone loves them and I feel great knowing my family and friends are safer. Thank you! Thank you!

    • @geegee9137
      @geegee9137 4 года назад

      Hi Patricia, what were the minor changes you made? I'm interested.
      Thanks for suggestions.

    • @inxtahgator
      @inxtahgator 4 года назад

      @@geegee9137 In her updated version, that includes the kids size, Brittney addresses many of the details... such as sewing the inner and outer layers at the same time. I also added fusible interfacing for a permanent but lightweight "filter". and I made the top seam lightly bigger to fit my nose piece and make it a fit a little lower on the cheeks. This is a fantastic pattern! I am not a seamstress and she made everything so simple!

  • @pamvivian3747
    @pamvivian3747 4 года назад +1

    This is by far the best fit and easiest and smartest face mask that I have made. It also has no seam where you breathe and doesn't require pins , so no pin holes either. I tried 5 different patterns. You have made me very happy!! I can tell that I am breathing through the mask, not just having air going around it. Very important. Thank you!!

    • @fredstilwell3517
      @fredstilwell3517 4 года назад

      Hello how are you doing. I trust you are safe and in good health. Thank you... God bless you.

  • @mariecooke9666
    @mariecooke9666 4 года назад

    Hi i have made 10 of these so far very easy to make. I have used two strips of plastic coated garden wire ( it can be bought in 15m lengths for about £1.50 )enclosed in electrical tape for the nose piece. Instead of placing the wire inside the the top fold and then stitching the folded seam I have inserted the prepared wire in the seam after it has been sewn. Just need to remember to make the prepared wire as narrow as possible, It is quite easy to do provided you leave enough space, the 1/2 fold allowance is enough. I did this because it is difficult to sew it in place whilst stitching along the fold. I am very pleased with the result. They are a good neat fit .

  • @lindagrandpre6876
    @lindagrandpre6876 4 года назад +5

    I just want to say THANK YOU!! This is by far the BEST face mask pattern I have come across. Perfect fit, enough room inside to breathe yet close around all the edges.

  • @benjaminfranklin8382
    @benjaminfranklin8382 4 года назад +23

    You can easily get paracord through a bead by first taping the two ends together with ordinary clear tape, (spiraling the tape at the end to a point), then feeding it through the bead and grabbing it with a pliers.

    • @cherylcoon7496
      @cherylcoon7496 4 года назад

      What size paracord? what size bead hole?

    • @benjaminfranklin8382
      @benjaminfranklin8382 4 года назад

      Sorry, just saw this... anyway, 5/32" (3.9mm) paracord works great.

  • @rhonad3318
    @rhonad3318 4 года назад +5

    Great pattern, like others, I had tried different patterns and love your alternate suggestions for both the nose clip and ties.I made one modification, instead of two ear ties/elastic loops, I made one through both ear hems and then put the elastic behind my head. Works best for my husband who wears hearing aids, the loops around the ears were awkward with the aids. But love it!

  • @dottyhayes1
    @dottyhayes1 4 года назад

    I had no idea about sowing or using a sowing machine until recently but I was determined to make a face mask! So I checked out many tutorials but yours was the best. Because of your easy instructions, tutorial and downloadable pattern, I managed to use the sowing machine and now I am making beautiful masks for my friends and family. But it's not only that, it's the joy that I get from creating something on my own! I couldn't thank you enough for taking the time to share with us your wisdom and amazing skills!

  • @cherylsmith3002
    @cherylsmith3002 4 года назад +1

    I’ve tried 6 different patterns with varying degrees of difficulty and this one fits me the best, doesn’t slip down when I talk and is actually easier to sew than several others. I’ve used elastic or the t-shirt strips . Very versatile . This pattern is a winner for me. Thank you for making it available.

    • @fredstilwell3517
      @fredstilwell3517 4 года назад

      Hello how are you doing. I trust you are safe and in good health. Thank you... God bless you.

  • @dianeburnside6275
    @dianeburnside6275 4 года назад +4

    When I didn’t have elastic, I just used yarn and crocheted a chain stitch. It is strong and super stretchy. Worked so well that I am still using it even though I now have elastic. It’s softer and everyone loves that.

  • @sheilafisher9246
    @sheilafisher9246 4 года назад +32

    I think this is a great pattern and clear instructions! Tee shirts cut in 1-inch strips when pulled make a nice cord. Very soft. One tip I have (because I didn't have the electrical tape) is to encase whatever wire you use the seam binding or grosgrain ribbon with your sewing machine. Double the ends so the wire can't poke through. Also, not sure if it offers more protection, but a folded paper towel placed inside the mask stays put, even without the pocket. Since it's nonwoven, I think it really will help filter. Just throw away after going out. Thanks so very much for sharing this Brittany. If we have to wear masks, it might as well be comfortable to fun looking.

    • @sheilafisher9246
      @sheilafisher9246 4 года назад +5

      @MO mo I've decided to use fusible interfacing on the inside. It's non woven so should help filter. ( I sew, so I happened to have a bolt of it). There is so much info out there it's overwhelming. I think whatever you make or material used, it's better than no mask at all.

    • @kaze_cat
      @kaze_cat 4 года назад +5

      I read an article, to mask or not to mask, where the man (I believe his name was Peter Tsai) materials specialist who developed a technology that the N95 mask uses, advised to use the blue paper towels as mask liners (or masks) due to their strength, and also durability as they may be washed and reused. I already have some on hand and plan to make masks for myself and others. I will use the blue paper towels as inner filters. Blue paper towels are considered “shop” paper towels, and (were once!) available at Home Depot, Lowe’s, etc.

    • @Dulceknits
      @Dulceknits 4 года назад +4

      Sheila Fisher ....I am applying fusible interfacing as well. I like how she reminds us that the more fabric you use as layers could make breathing hard something I experienced when using one of my masks.

    • @flowersafeheart
      @flowersafeheart 4 года назад

      @@kaze_cat There are at least 2 articles about a business in California that got an expensive machine to test different materials and it said blue shop towels in 2 specific brands filtered better than cotton and better than another brand of blue shop towels. Here it was just $12 for a huge roll. But there test showed it was effective for maybe only 3 washes and not sure if that meant hand wash or washing machine. Article was kinda unclear. Anyway I have been enjoying using blue shop towels in masks kind of (as no-sew mask with stapler, there are videos...or insert in cotton mask) except I much prefer things that can be machine washed over and over and over. So I loved a video about nonwoven cloth filtering more than cotton does but that it is nice to sandwich it between 2 cotton layers. Still researching though...bet there is much more to learn but as of this moment those are tips I am enjoying. Always do your own research though.

  • @jdee2482
    @jdee2482 4 года назад +7

    Thank You, Brittany. I made it for my husband to use when shopping for groceries. It has a perfect fit unlike the one I made last week from a different pattern.

  • @jeralynbaker2838
    @jeralynbaker2838 4 года назад

    I have made approximately 20 of these face masks so far for friends and family. All have claimed they are the most comfortable mask they have used. It is the only mask that keeps my glasses from fogging up. I use the 18 gauge wire and electrical tape for the nose piece. It works perfectly. I have switched to 1/8" elastic with a 00 size safety pin for the ear pieces. It allows each user to adjust their own with very little bulk behind the ear. The safety pin hides easily in the channel on either side but can slide out for adjustment. THANK YOU for sharing this pattern.

  • @Muzzlepaint
    @Muzzlepaint 4 года назад +1

    Thank You my wife is a Principal at a Special Needs school and will be returning to work eventually ... I am making a few of these for her.... Never in a million years did I think a former Marine would be learning to sew to make masks in a pandemic .... but the USMC has a saying... Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome...

    • @PrettyHandyGirl
      @PrettyHandyGirl  4 года назад +1

      You rise to the challenge! (from the daughter of a former Marine.)

    • @Muzzlepaint
      @Muzzlepaint 4 года назад

      @@PrettyHandyGirl I used 40# interfacing in between the liner and outer cloth... I found it to be easy to breath through and provides slight structure to the mask. This in conjunction with the nose piece, keeps the mask open and helps stabilize it in place on one's face.
      My wife loves it. Thank You

  • @queenofhearts7726
    @queenofhearts7726 4 года назад +8

    This is a great pattern! The only suggestions I would add are:
    Nose wire: I make mine 4” to fit across the cheeks, as well, especially if you wear glasses. A regular size paperclip (I use only one) unwound and bent in a bit at the ends to make a smooth, flat turn (no accidental poking) works well. Also, place the clip inside (or against) foam or thick felt for a better seal.... foam side to face.
    Straps: I know elastic is in short supply, but straps that go around the neck and head will give a slightly tighter fit and will keep the mask from accidentally popping off the ears. These could be made from t-shirt strips as suggested, stitched in the center of the side (so they don’t slip through) and then tied at the back of the head or use the bead idea (which I really like!).
    Lining: non-woven interfacing can be used for the first liner to give the mask a bit of extra stiffness and will also help filter larger particles. I have some pm2.5 filters I want to try in this design.
    I’m currently making for friends and ourselves to see how well they turn out.

    • @dcwatashi
      @dcwatashi 4 года назад

      The PM2.5 filters will work in the design however just so you know this isn't the first time I've seen this design I found another video from somebody in the Philippines (her video I can't remember when it came out off hand) who made the exact same design and the PM 2.5 filters fit perfectly inside the pocket.

    • @queenofhearts7726
      @queenofhearts7726 4 года назад +2

      dcwatashi awesome! Thanks for the info! I’ve seen a lot of the “Olson” mask videos, but don’t like the center seem and gap at the bottom. I’m thinking this might fit a little better.

  • @joanduvall1200
    @joanduvall1200 4 года назад +7

    This is my 3rd mask design that I have tried. Although it looks more difficult than it actually is. Took me about 1/3rd the time to make vs a pleated mask and have also tried the pleated mask with filter pocket and bias strips for tying. This by far is the easiest and a much better use of material with a better fit. The coffee bag tie is genius - I had been using pipe cleaners. We are just going to use 1/4" elastic tied to the right length for each person in my family. Wish I had not wasted so many hours making other styles.

    • @ninja4her30
      @ninja4her30 4 года назад

      I feel the same i wasted hours on other styles. I hate bias binding this looks easier

  • @barbaracalise9048
    @barbaracalise9048 4 года назад +12

    Your design is great! Ive discovered that even non-stretchy material works well for the straps, so long as it is thin enough to get through beads.
    Also Dollar General has beads that work.

  • @ellenbrown8705
    @ellenbrown8705 4 года назад

    Best, easiest pattern. I haven't sewn anything from a pattern in 20 years, first one I made I made wrong, but then I figured it out and now I've made 12 of these. I found fantastic nose pieces at a local craft store and they are amazing. this mask never falls down my face, always covering my nose. I finally found elastic and replaced my hair ties that I took apart to use. Made one for my sister and she asked for more, so I made her 3 more. So much fun to make too. I now have a great supply to wear/wash and use. Thanks Passed your link onto a friend as well...

  • @emswin1279
    @emswin1279 4 года назад

    Since March I've been sewing masks for family, friends, colleagues, and health workers using a variety of patterns while continuing to research the efficacy of homemade masks in relation to influenza and what we know about COVID19 and have found your design to be the best - Thank You! Your design features coverage from the upper-bridge of the nose to underneath the chin, 2 layers of cotton fabric, a pocket option for additional filtration, along with wire and adjustable straps to help the mask conform to the variety of face sizes and shapes, AND options for people who may not have elastic, craft beads, quilters cotton, etc. Thank You!

  • @isoldel.
    @isoldel. 4 года назад +15

    I adjusted my process by sewing the straight edge and corners in one go before cutting out the entire piece from the fabric. I was able to speed up my entire process by doing batch sketching onto a bolt of fabric, then batch stitching, cutting and ironing. I then assemble all three layers (I'm doing ones with pocket) before ironing the folded edges, pinning them with clips as I go before sewing in place.
    I'm new to sewing and just got a digital machine but my college roommates have been awesome in being my guinea pigs to figure it all out. One works at a grocery store and received so many compliments on the mask design. Thank you for making this tutorial!

    • @lenas5613
      @lenas5613 4 года назад +1

      Is anyone offering these for sale? I'm not a DIY person.

    • @isoldel.
      @isoldel. 4 года назад +1

      @@lenas5613 there's a link in the video description to a list of people who are offering. I'll be selling after finals are done next week but I haven't decided how to ship yet.

    • @lenas5613
      @lenas5613 4 года назад +1

      @@isoldel. Good luck! 👍

    • @crossed_threads
      @crossed_threads 4 года назад

      @Stacy H I don't understand, how are you sewing before cutting?

    • @isoldel.
      @isoldel. 4 года назад +4

      @@crossed_threads , you know the straight edge in front and the two cuts for the nose and chin? I sew that only and then cut the whole thing out of the fabric. I do that in one go rather than one long edge, then sewing the nose and chin edges separately. Maybe I should post pics somewhere of how I do it because it's tricky to just explain.

  • @jobee1
    @jobee1 4 года назад +16

    I used flat jewelry aluminum. Works extremely well.

    • @GladysHeel13
      @GladysHeel13 4 года назад

      Will try that as well. Thanks for sharing.

    • @iashakezula
      @iashakezula 4 года назад

      Thanks I ordered one that’s coming fast . I also noticed China is selling those flat strips with adhesive .

  • @cherylmitchell9452
    @cherylmitchell9452 4 года назад +3

    I love this design. My Husband does too. I have watched several videos and thought yours to be the best because of the area of coverage. My husband is an RN, he said that your design is a very comfortable fit and doesn't fog up his glasses like the other masks he has worn. This is great for him for when he has to do his charting or other nursing duties. Thank you for such a great design. I particularly like the coverage on my face and the way it curves under my chin. I use pipe cleaners for the nose area. I can get 3 out of 1 pipe cleaner. I just tape up the ends. Works great. You are awesome Brittany.

    • @PrettyHandyGirl
      @PrettyHandyGirl  4 года назад

      Thanks for the report and information especially from your husband. And a special thanks to him for her service to our health!

  • @flynntsang
    @flynntsang 4 года назад +1

    I use the coffee bag clasps too! They work really well. You can even see them directly on top of existing masks with a straight line down the middle to avoid the metal edges. It's best wait until you have a batch with this approach though, because it will wear down your needle.

    • @fredstilwell3517
      @fredstilwell3517 4 года назад

      Hello how are you doing. I trust you are safe and in good health. Thank you... God bless you.

  • @jackiesimmonds8247
    @jackiesimmonds8247 4 года назад

    This is THE BEST fitting face mask design I've found - When I printed off the templates they weren't to size, but I managed to size them up on my printer/scanner for adults using the LARGE and used the Medium template (but kept it NOT sized up) for my grandsons. They love them, as do their mum and dad who work for our NHS - they have to wear a mask when going to work and the boys wear them to school. I do make and sell them, but just enough to cover costs and only to family and friends who have asked me to make them.

  • @donnahazard-pobuda47
    @donnahazard-pobuda47 4 года назад +12

    I cut pipe cleaners and rolled the ends in w/ wire pliers for nose wire!😊

    • @rachelg7371
      @rachelg7371 4 года назад

      do they survive laundering?

    • @fredstilwell3517
      @fredstilwell3517 4 года назад

      Hello how are you doing. I trust you are safe and in good health. Thank you... God bless you.

  • @carawalton3512
    @carawalton3512 4 года назад +3

    I have made hundreds using this pattern and people love them. Thank you so much for doing this.

  • @sugarlee7648
    @sugarlee7648 4 года назад +6

    I’ve watched so many of these. I’ve made almost 80 masks for small hospitals. This is the best and fastest one yet! Thanks a bunch!

  • @pamelawilson407
    @pamelawilson407 4 года назад

    These are the best instructions & patterns for the most comfortable fitting facemasks. At first I used the long closer on small donut bags which are longer than coffee bags. I definitely don't need to eat bags of donuts to keep up with the demand for these amazing masks. This is the best & least inexpensive way I make nose pieces. I use two unused twist ties from the grocery store fresh vegetable area. I lay them close together on the middle of white electrical tape. I fold the tape on each side towards the middle of the twist tie covering it. I use paracord which is extremely comfortable to wear around the ears. I cut them 17 inches for medium size mask & 18 inches for size large. I burn the ends of the cord. I use small different colored plastic beads which cost $1.98 for a 500 count bag. I created an extra large pattern increasing the size for men with beards & decreased the size to small for children. I can't thank you enough for sharing this. I'm fortunate to be retired, can sew & able to help others during this very difficult time.

  • @KimPhilibert1203
    @KimPhilibert1203 4 года назад

    I made these WONDERFUL fitted masks but I changed the way I stitched them together . I didn't have to fold 2 x's. I stitched them together then ironed them over the seam allowance and stitched them down. They turned out beautifully!! Thank you for the free pattern and the amazing idea for the slide beads. I wish I could show you a picture.

  • @mattiapreti9034
    @mattiapreti9034 4 года назад +10

    Best nose wire is "Gear Tackle" outdoor reusable 3/16" circular rubber bands with wire cable interior.
    I've used it on multiple masks I hand stitched that are as tight as a N95.

    • @alan4sure
      @alan4sure 4 года назад +4

      It's not about tight fabric, its about the .75 micron particle size filtration of N95 and you won't get that out of a homemade cloth mask. Better than nothing, but don't confuse homemade cloth masks with actual surgical or N95 masks. No comparison.

    • @bootsybadger
      @bootsybadger 4 года назад +2

      @@alan4sure Couldn't agree more. Plus, home made masks help protect OTHER PEOPLE, not the wearer.
      'My mask protects you, your mask protects me'. Altruism in action.
      #Masks4All

  • @johannaliswanepoel4603
    @johannaliswanepoel4603 4 года назад +29

    Best pattern I have used, and easy enough even for me with limited sewing skills. I used the medium size liner and a 80% print size of the same liner for my kid(he is 6) , and it fit perfectly.
    Sharing this with all my friends and family.

    • @mdovertay
      @mdovertay 4 года назад +2

      Johannali Swanepoel great! I was wondering about how they fit on kids

    • @tpunkyA7X
      @tpunkyA7X 4 года назад +2

      Thanks for this tip!

    • @mrg71212
      @mrg71212 4 года назад

      Thanks was looking for a hack!!!

  • @charlottedilno3666
    @charlottedilno3666 4 года назад +4

    You have shown the most practical way of making a face mask. I've been searching and have seen so many ways, I have elastic on order and am eager to make more masks. This is the best video I've seen. Thank you,

  • @nontechreviewer
    @nontechreviewer 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for the great design.
    Stainless steel cable ties make a great nose guide. 4.6mm or 3/8" cut to 10 cm or 4" for the large mask. wrap them in plastic electrical tape and leave about 5mm 1/4" at each end to fold back for cloth wear protection and comfort.
    This makes a really snug and cosy mask.
    P.S. Remember to insert the nose piece before sewing - unpicking is a real pain.

  • @suzyg.5327
    @suzyg.5327 4 года назад +1

    I have used this pattern to make of 150 masks which I have given away or sold. Everyone who wears these masks says they are the most comfortable ones they own. I am using para cord with a bead for the ear pieces. The para cord is easier on the ears because it does not irritate like the elastic. Thank you for putting together this design.

    • @l.m.o.8948
      @l.m.o.8948 4 года назад

      Suzy G. I have made at least 50 of this style and will no doubt make 100 more before this party is over and you are correct they are really a great mask. Good full coverage, space in front of your face, no feeling like you are wearing a sock. I use jewelry wire and find it very strong and flexible. It is good to have a lot of fabric slows down the rate of air flow. Customers also have the option of a putting a filter in.. I use a 1 1/2 inch strip of t shirt for the one piece tie behind your neck or ear loops put through a pony bead. I buy the 5X t-shirts from Walmart and you get more T-shirt for your dollar. The sleeves cut up great for the loops. 🇨🇦

  • @chandrarenner9689
    @chandrarenner9689 4 года назад +28

    I tried rubber coated flex tie for the nose clip and it is working well. Time will tell how it holds up to repeated washing. You can find it in the garden department. I found some at the dollar store. You will likely have to increase your top seam allowance. I put a 4" or 5" long piece in the top of my mask and it really helped keep my glasses from fogging up.

    • @mj-gs3vo
      @mj-gs3vo 4 года назад +3

      I used the same rubber coated wire for gardening in my garage. I used it in my original mask, I have been washing and drying it regularly for the last month. Its holding up well.

    • @woodswalker88
      @woodswalker88 4 года назад

      I have been using 24g electronics wire that comes on a spool. You can braid 2 wires together. used to able to buy it in Radio Shack, but it's still available on Amazon.

  • @sheilafisher9246
    @sheilafisher9246 4 года назад +178

    Everyone who is having trouble with the speed of the video: Click the little settings icon at the bottom next to CC, you can slow down the speed.

    • @kelnonni6231
      @kelnonni6231 4 года назад +7

      Sheila, I am thrilled by your comment! Who knew??? Thanks so much!

    • @ca6177
      @ca6177 4 года назад +2

      Thanks I didn’t know that, helps me!

    • @auroranite
      @auroranite 4 года назад +4

      Good tip. Appreciate the designer’s quick vid But need to slow it to get it all👍

    • @vickisajdak8599
      @vickisajdak8599 4 года назад

      Thank you!!

    • @sallytorres746
      @sallytorres746 4 года назад +2

      Where do you slow it down . I don't see the CC to pressure is your template ?

  • @canadeeana
    @canadeeana 4 года назад +13

    works good to use your zipper foot -- it's really narrow and works great ...

  • @elizabethmckenna8135
    @elizabethmckenna8135 4 года назад

    I make the cord from t-shirt or paracord easier to thread through pony bead by using a small piece of clear tape wrapped around the ends. Twist it tightly or even trim point to be smaller. Using small jewelry pliers you can pull the cord through, especially helpful because 2 paracords barely fit through the bead! Also I have cut the t-shirt strips to about 5/8" x 12" to make a slightly thinner cord for threading. I do batches of the cords with beads while watching tv or listening to a good audiobook!

  • @bclark1024
    @bclark1024 4 года назад

    I have made 6 different styles of face masks in the last 2 months. This is BY FAR THE BEST one. and very easy to sew even for beginners. for the straps, you can also use shoelaces or thick ribbon
    For a smaller size, i used the liner as the outside. For its liner I reduced it to 85% on my copier. It worked out great!!

  • @ginnysmith2109
    @ginnysmith2109 4 года назад +11

    After struggling to get the paracord through a craft bead, I finally found an easy way that works for me. And
    FAST! After pulling out the white insides of the paracord to make the cord easier to squish, I took an elastic hair holder ( the cheap thin kind) and cut it open into a long string. The hair elastic was thin enough that I can easily push a loop (doubled the elastic into a loop) of it through the bead, insert the paracord into the loop and pull it all through the bead with ease! I'm so happy that I threaded a bunch of them to have on hand for the next batch of masks, I guess I wouldn't have had to cut the elastic, but hindsight is 20/20, and it works. Maybe this will help someone else. Thank you so much, Brittany, for sharing your great ideas!

    • @penwize1158
      @penwize1158 4 года назад

      I'm going to try that.!

    • @drummerlovesbookworm9738
      @drummerlovesbookworm9738 4 года назад

      My favorite are the elastic headbands! They are a good ‘softness’ on the ears, a little thicker than pony holders. One headband cut in half = two ear pieces = 1 mask. The dollar store has these.

    • @memee1488
      @memee1488 4 года назад

      Thank you so much for taking the time to share this. It worked beautifully!

  • @ThatYarneyZebraStuff
    @ThatYarneyZebraStuff 4 года назад +5

    Love this!! I have a rare disease where I don't have or produce antibodies/immunoglobulin. I have been sewing my own very similar protective face masks. I am currently on a Mission2Mask in my neighborhood and throughout my RUclips community. God Bless you for seeing the same vision that I have seen for years in more comfortable and form-fitting masks. I was told the Deaconess masks were the ones needed most..so I learned how to do those as well as the form-fitting ones I have been making for years. Keep up the great work. The pony beads and t-shirt idea was exactly what I was looking for earlier today. Remain and safe and blessed... see you around!

  • @Bonjour-World
    @Bonjour-World 4 года назад +24

    For those who want to produce a mask for a child or smaller individual:
    The pattern files are in PDF format. Most operating systems can print these files at a reduced or enlarged scale. One can get the needed proportion by measuring the circumference (as in hat size) of the child's head and dividing that by the circumference of an adult head.
    As an example my head has a circumference of 22-1/2 inches (I wear a large mask). A ten year old child's head might have a circumference of 20-1/4 inches. The proportion would then be: 20.25 / 22.5 = 90%

  • @emilygillespie9206
    @emilygillespie9206 4 года назад +1

    I've used an unexpected material for the noseclip, which works remarkably well. It's metal cut from an old piece of downspout. The metal is thin enough to cut the shape you need using tough utility scissors, but stiff enough to form well.

  • @sharonrad3317
    @sharonrad3317 4 года назад

    I made this mask for the first time tonight (and I've made several different designs the last few weeks!) and I was concerned that the beads behind the ears might hurt. I just kept sewing while I thought about the problem (not to mention that I don't have any beads) and then I remembered the bungees that my kids used to use with their swim goggles. I had some old cord stops in my sewing kit so I made one horizontal head/neck elastic rather than one for around each ear. I ran some elastic up through one side of the mask, down through the other, pulling through enough slack to fit around my head at the top and around my neck at the bottom, threaded the ends through the cord stop and knotted them like Brittany does here, and it works great. No ear pressure, quick design. I don't know if craft beads would let you do this but each of the kids has a goggle bungee so I can at least get them fitted with masks as things open back up here and they're expected to wear something in public. (they are young adults, not little ones...) I was afraid the mask might scrunch too much at the sides but it doesn't at all. Very nice, Brittany, THANK YOU!!!

  • @luckystarshop6768
    @luckystarshop6768 4 года назад +3

    Thank you, Brittany, for sharing your talent and ideas. You are a resourceful person. And your effort will help to stop the Pandemic sooner. You are one that makes the society better. I hope many will learn from your character and do the same and make our society a better one to live.
    May god remember what you have done for others and bless you all the time.

  • @simonwoo5450
    @simonwoo5450 4 года назад +5

    This really fits well and I appreciate the adjustable elastic feature. I did put more curvature on the chin and that made it fit better.

  • @liverbird46
    @liverbird46 4 года назад +22

    I love this video. I would've used you pattern if I hadn't already made some that are a similar shape but I like that there's no seam down the middle of the mask. I also like the adjustable ear 'straps.' And I also like the speed of the video, no faffing, my sort of video. Some people talk too much and show every single stitch on the machine. I may use your pattern if I make some more. I'm still trying to decide on how to do the elastic as I've seen that elastic round the ears sometimes gives people sore ears but I feel sure making them adjustable would overcome that. Thank you.

    • @marchair
      @marchair 4 года назад +7

      Anne Evans - I use around 22” of thin elastic (1/8” wide), and thread it through the side channels in a continuous piece. Then I tie it together, and bury the knot inside one of the channels. Works great for around the head rather than giving yourself sore ears.

    • @patriciathies2449
      @patriciathies2449 4 года назад +1

      I have made a few masks, and instead of having them around the ear (personally, I have sensitive skin AND wear glasses) I used 4 feet of cord (paracord type), melted the ends (so it won't fray). Then when sewing, placed the cord like a U on the mask. So you have a loop that will go behind your neck and then can tie it above your head. Less irritation for the ears (especially if you wear glasses!) Hope that helps!

    • @bdazzleddesigns9219
      @bdazzleddesigns9219 4 года назад +1

      @@marchair I use Tshirts that I cut in 3/4 inch strips and pull. They are VERY comfortable.

  • @yvonnewilliamson6368
    @yvonnewilliamson6368 4 года назад +1

    I have made at least 25 masks with this pattern and it is the very best one. I have tried many and this fits the best! Thank you!

  • @pinkmagicali
    @pinkmagicali 3 года назад

    I bought a mask recently which has the pocket built between two layers instead of having an extra. So the pocket layer covers the entire span of the outer layer but has an opening with a small overlap. That way it doesn't get too thick and you can still add a filter. I like it but it comes too close to my eyes so I'm going to try and re-create it using your design with that slight adjustment and curve the top a little more. Thanks for showing me how the outside layer is created, that's the part I wasn't sure of.
    Also pipe cleaners can also work really well for the nose piece, ones for actually cleaning pipes because they tend to be a bit smaller. My mum bought a bunch and you can also get the nose piece version that sticks on as well from ebay.

  • @lalacandy4420
    @lalacandy4420 4 года назад +7

    Leave the open of one of the layers for the filter , it’s proved that towel paper can reach to N70. We can use it as filter, double is better.

    • @SharonRepici
      @SharonRepici 4 года назад +3

      If you use the filter layer it is already open at both sides, no need to leave the lining itself open.

    • @rachelpatterson1225
      @rachelpatterson1225 4 года назад +1

      @@SharonRepici I'm making these for my mum who has COPD ...using a liner Plus filter pocket makes them difficult to breathe through with a liner placed inside. So, I adapted it slightly and made to side pieces and used them instead of a full liner, then added the pocket piece making sure the side liner and pocket edges overlap. This means the wearer has two fabric layers with no gaps, plus filter if used.

  • @karenisailovic3646
    @karenisailovic3646 4 года назад +5

    Lovely. Suggestion, I would skip the pin part at the very end, a surgeon DIY video using HEPA filters suggested not putting ANY pins as pinholes create extra exposure.

  • @lesleywatkins1172
    @lesleywatkins1172 4 года назад +80

    I’m going to make these to sell, but not for profit, I’m disabled and this is a way I can help people.
    Thank you for the amazing tutorial!

    • @gbuggy006
      @gbuggy006 4 года назад +4

      That's Awesome Lesley. I know how it is living with a disability, and serving others is always a huge mood booster!

    • @kathielandro8205
      @kathielandro8205 4 года назад +3

      where is the pattern???

    • @lesleywatkins1172
      @lesleywatkins1172 4 года назад +2

      Kathie Landro if you press the little arrow on the right hand side of the post it gives you all the info there!

    • @francesgrech8930
      @francesgrech8930 4 года назад +1

      🙋‍♀️👍

  • @smwreno
    @smwreno 4 года назад

    I've made some a bit like this, but there are three great thinks about your pattern: 1) that you can just cut it on the fold of fabric saving a lumpy seam at the nose, 2) the adjustable ties look great, and 3) the ideas for the nose wire. I was threading a paperclip and looping the ends so they didn't scratch or stick out. I'm going to adjust the pattern to do the seams with a serger, then switch to the sewing machine for a box around the nose wire and the seam for the ear ties. THANKS.

  • @CindyL4261
    @CindyL4261 4 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for this tutorial! I am actually a longtime follower of yours in woodworking (even before I’d heard of Ana White or pocket screws 😁) and so I instantly trusted you when I saw this sewing DIY. Wanted to share I am one of those occasional sewing people and dust off my machine when necessary. So I had a few issues at first, esp. trying to sew around the nose and chin areas without accidentally making an accidental pleat! Practice makes perfect. For the inside liner fabric? I sacrificed an old (decades?) 100% Pima white cotton top sheet. Seriously the softest thing EVER to have against your face. I always sew a pocket and then have Filti as an optional filter fabric. For the earstraps...I sacrificed a soft stretchy black layering tank top. I think it is spandex/lycra and cotton, also very soft. I found they need to be cut at least 3/4” wide and I thread them through large hole jewelry beads using a super small crochet hook. I ordered some of the coffee-bag “tin ties” (another’s suggestion in these replies...thank you!) off Amazon for $12. They work great!
    Thanks again!💜

    • @PrettyHandyGirl
      @PrettyHandyGirl  4 года назад +1

      Hey Cindy! Nice to hear from you. Yes, I love the sheet material too.

    • @JimVanVerth
      @JimVanVerth 4 года назад

      Any tips on avoiding the pleat? That’s the one part I keep screwing up.

    • @PrettyHandyGirl
      @PrettyHandyGirl  4 года назад +1

      @@JimVanVerth YES! I show how to avoid that fold over in my new time saver tips video: ruclips.net/video/DPrKpm507EU/видео.html

  • @RuRu-uu6eo
    @RuRu-uu6eo 4 года назад +11

    I have made and still making masks from your pattern for my family and ladies from my church. By far your pattern is the best thank you very much.

  • @aliciaybarra80
    @aliciaybarra80 4 года назад +7

    Thanks for a very nice tutorial!! I will try your design and let you now. My husband has a big head and none of the masks fit him. I really like the pony bead to adjust for the ears , great idea!!! Thanks again!!!

  • @LizaFenech
    @LizaFenech 4 года назад +19

    I found elastic in the edge of fitted sheets I could use for family face masks.

    • @Timmysmommy
      @Timmysmommy 4 года назад

      Pretty smart thanks for sharing

    • @rachelg7371
      @rachelg7371 4 года назад

      aww, now I know what to do with that odd ball sheet of mine!

  • @brycesblankets363
    @brycesblankets363 4 года назад

    Thank you so much!! Your pattern and update is sooo fantastic! I have to wear a mask for 10+ hours a day now and your pattern is the best. I have tried/made so many and am delighted to be wearing this one. It's so comfortable: my head doesn't feel like its's a tourniquet, my ears aren't bothered, glasses don't fog up, and my lips don't feel permanently chapped. My husband is also a teacher and loved wearing the mask I made for him with your pattern. THANK YOU! :)

  • @fayemoore8654
    @fayemoore8654 4 года назад

    For the adjustable nose piece I used the braided wire from a picture hanging set (1 piece instead of 2 since it's wide) and Gorilla tape instead of electrical tape. It bends easily and holds its shape. This is a nice, form-fitting mask and I can still breathe through it. Took longer to make, but worth the effort. Thanks so much for posting!

  • @EliseJens
    @EliseJens 4 года назад +20

    Finally found a tutorial that uses things around the house! Also I can't wait to dig into my craft studio to find my fabric, beads, and wire that I haven't used in years! Stay well!

  • @mj-gs3vo
    @mj-gs3vo 4 года назад +9

    Wanted to add a PSA, just discovered Hostess donettes frosted mini donuts also have a metal closure like a coffee bag. So going to have to take one or two for the team. Still the best face mask pattern I have found. And the metal closer works great for the nose

  • @lzrd8460
    @lzrd8460 4 года назад +15

    This is the best fitting mask I’ve seen. I’ve tried several from patterns online but this one by far is the best. Thanks for giving us the template. I’m not a sewer so need that template badly! Be well. A tip - I have no pony beads so I made two paper beads and varnished them. They are so light weight that I hardly feel them.

    • @maureent5954
      @maureent5954 4 года назад

      Did you find that the paracord can shrink if wet (washed).
      Also suggest washing the fabric before making mask for the following reasons:
      1 if 100% cotton may shrink when washed
      2 Fabric finish can give give off odors. Especially if polyester is mixed with cotton.
      3 Some fabric dye may ‘run’ when wet. Possibly on wearers face or in laundry

    • @SBuckner48
      @SBuckner48 4 года назад

      Little girl hair bands work as the adjuster when you do t have beads. Easier than buttons. And maybe they’re still available.

  • @rosannenovak9688
    @rosannenovak9688 4 года назад

    Thanks for quick and easy to follow steps. I found another way to make nose wire: I used floral wire cut into two 3.5”-4” lengths. I placed them parallel on a 5”x1” piece of iron-on patch material. Just fold long sides over the wire and iron to seal and hold wires place. Trim end to best size.

  • @FayeSchreiber
    @FayeSchreiber 4 года назад

    I've made about a dozen masks for family and friends. The regular size is a little big for some women. Other than that, the patter is easy to follow. Used beads from a child's toy and thin, 2-strand, plastic coated electrical wire. Thanks for your thorougness!

    • @FayeSchreiber
      @FayeSchreiber 4 года назад

      Forgot to mention, we used 2 elastic hair ties that we cut open and then tied together, for each ear piece. A lot of innovation during the lockdown when we couldn't go out for supplies.

  • @user-rz3ro9lu6o
    @user-rz3ro9lu6o 4 года назад +4

    Thanks Brittany! I learned to sew from my wife over the past week, and turned out my first 4 masks this week. 2 masks of your design, and 2 others. I prefer your design although there are a few more steps. But thanks for that very comprehensive how-to video and document including templates. It made the process go very well!!!

  • @Paperieloveliness
    @Paperieloveliness 4 года назад +6

    Thank you Brittany! This video is one of the best I've seen. I'm new to sewing (my machine arrived today) and I feel more confident having watched your video. God Bless You!

  • @Max2U
    @Max2U 4 года назад +5

    I make them but hadn’t thought about creating an adjustable ear 👂🏼 elastic. Excellent idea!!!! If I can find beads, I will definitely incorporate this into my masks 🎭 . Thank you!

  • @christinesteves7867
    @christinesteves7867 4 года назад

    Tried several styles, this one is the best. Made about 40 so far for family, friends, and friends of friends. The adjustable ear bands are genius! Thank you!

  • @kathymcfadden
    @kathymcfadden 3 года назад

    I love this pattern. I use two layers with no filter. Most of my friends love this mask I also put the ear loops in a bit differently. But this is my go to pattern. I guess no it’s hybrid pattern since I tweeted a few things. My friends and a family say it’s the best most comfortable mask. I make it with a filter with three layers of fabric for a professor who lectures several days a week and after trying other masks she only wears the ones i made for her. Kudos to you and many thanks!

  • @more.than.just.erikae5488
    @more.than.just.erikae5488 4 года назад +20

    I love this design! I've tried a few others & your mask is by far the best design I've tried. So far I've made three & I've got it down to 15 minutes a mask. Thanks so much!

  • @flaviaeverman7145
    @flaviaeverman7145 4 года назад +18

    I've also been using nonwoven interfacing instead of the liner. That is supposed to work well also and might reduce the bulk.

    • @babbs128
      @babbs128 4 года назад

      I thought about interfacing but seems like it would feel scratchy or irritate where it touches the skin if worn for long periods of time. ???

    • @flaviaeverman7145
      @flaviaeverman7145 4 года назад +7

      @@babbs128 I put it on the inside so it never touches your face.

    • @kimbankston4486
      @kimbankston4486 4 года назад

      Flavia - thanks for the tip. Would woven interfacing work as well? That is all I have.

    • @flaviaeverman7145
      @flaviaeverman7145 4 года назад

      @@kimbankston4486 Material is woven which means it has a warp and a weft, causing the little holes that the virus can pass through. If you use a woven interfacing, it is essentially having the same cross hatching as the material, still allowing the virus to more easily get through. Having a non woven interfacing is having no rhyme or reason to the pattern and matching that with the weave of the material, will create a better barrier. Like using chicken wire over a square woven fence, if you are familiar with farming terms, will keep more varmints out.

    • @evabradley6377
      @evabradley6377 4 года назад

      I tried the interfacing, but it was much more difficult to breathe through.

  • @lindaknight-gatlin2762
    @lindaknight-gatlin2762 4 года назад +13

    I have used pipe cleaners held in place with a zigzag stitch for the nose clip. Works great and machine washable.

    • @pamelacurry7515
      @pamelacurry7515 4 года назад

      Linda Knight-Gatlin Have you have any issue with the pipe cleaner rusting?

    • @lindaknight-gatlin2762
      @lindaknight-gatlin2762 4 года назад +1

      Pamela Curry not to my knowledge. They go straight from the washer to the dryer. May not be as sturdy as other alternatives but they work when ya have a ton of them!

    • @terryy725
      @terryy725 4 года назад

      same here!

  • @lindafiscus591
    @lindafiscus591 4 года назад

    For a nose clip I used a bobby pin. The tips are coated so that they aren't too sharp, and the whole bobby pin (unopened) easily bends over your finger after being sewn into the casing for a snug fit. Perfect for those of us who need to keep glasses from fogging when wearing our masks. And bobby pins come in economy packs at the drug store so are very economical and completely washable. I've made over 400 masks.

  • @paulinedownie3326
    @paulinedownie3326 3 года назад

    Thanks very much- since April 2020 I have made over 200 masks- not for sale- have given to family and friends and sent to family abroad. Great pattern and tutorial.

  • @OffroadGirl
    @OffroadGirl 4 года назад +4

    I just bought my first sewing machine and this is the second mask pattern I've attempted. I did it! It isn't perfect but it works perfectly, and I will get better at them. The Medium is a bit big on me so I made another one and folded the top and bottom over one more time. That worked well, so the height of it is smaller but the width stays the same. Thank you so much for taking the time to put this together for us!

  • @jerseyfinest7152
    @jerseyfinest7152 4 года назад +3

    This is really good. The only tweak I would make is lowering or curving the area of the mask beneath the eyes. Especially if you are one who wears protective eye gear as I do. Beautifully done!

  • @amyshalles1350
    @amyshalles1350 4 года назад +6

    Thank you! I’ve tried 3 mask patterns so far and yours is the most comfortable and the directions are easy to follow.

  • @carolziemer4549
    @carolziemer4549 4 года назад +1

    Hi, Brittany. I finally got a chance to make some masks for my husband and me. Thank you for all that you put into this design. I love this over the pleated style I have worn...even the disposable ones they give you at medical clinics.
    The first one I made included the lining pocket. The extra layer made the mask very warm and a little hard to breath through. Part of that could be from using cotton flannel for the pocket to have a soft layer next to my sensitive skin. Both of us liked the closer fit, so I made masks without the lining pocket. (We will keep the others for winter wear...better than a scarf in the bitter cold when we have to move snow.)
    Since we both wear glasses, I knew that nose wires would help them fit better. The 3" wire seemed too short. So I modified that by cutting two 7" wires (I used a 24 gauge galvanized steel wire wrapped in the electrical tape - neat tip, by the way) to fit over the nose and "mold" the top of our masks to the contours of our faces just under our eyes.
    I also used the single tie idea that others were sharing - no beads or buttons for doing the adjustable ear loop. My choice of material for the ties...54" flat shoe lace. I used tweezers to pull the lace through the channel from top to bottom on one side, then taking that same tip from bottom to top of the second channel. This left the ends for tying at the top of the mask...perfect!
    Your mask design worked really well for us today. I tied mine at the top of my head. The mask was nice and snug, and the lace stayed in place, even over my fine hair. My husband wanted his tied more behind his head and worked just as well. The longer wire really helped mold the top edge so it fit closer to our faces. We did not have any problems with slipping, gapping masks or fogging glasses.
    The only thing I want to do is add a knot just above the tips of each of the laces. The flat laces didn't seem to allow any slipping, but while we were driving from the clinic to the store, I untied my mask and just let it lay across my chest. Driving movement caused the mask to catch on my jacket, which pulled down it down the lace a little a ways. Since I don't carry a tweezers with me, re-threading the lace would be a problem. Knots should prevent that from ever occurring. (Round laces may be easier to thread through the channels BUT would definitely need knots so the mask doesn't slide off.)
    Once I find some beads, I do plan to try the adjustable ear loops with t-shirt material. That is
    just an awesome idea.
    Again, thank you so much for a really nice fitting mask.

  • @samcarter4681
    @samcarter4681 4 года назад

    This is design number two for a mask that I have followed and I must say that this one is superior to the straight pleaded mask that I first tried and it is EASY to make. The straight pleated is a little quicker even without the filter pocket of this one but no more difficult. I've put a filter pocket on all so far.

    A couple of observations:
    1. 12 inches of shock cord proved not enough. Maybe we all have big heads in my family but I found that 14 inches is adequate. Fifteen inches ideal but twelve is too short.
    2. Bravo on the choice of coffee bag ties. By far the best choice with a lot of kudos for finding good substitutes. If you are going to make a lot (and I’m preparing myself), you can purchase them 100 bagged at Amazon for $10.00. After shipping and tax (not a “Prime” item) it totaled $14.00 or 7¢ per mask. They come with an adhesive strips that eliminates the need to “pin” the strip in place for sewing. Share with friends or store them for other projects. You only need half a strip per mask and thus you have enough for 200 masks. The description of the Amazon product is as follows:
    “100 Black Peel and Stick Tin Ties, Plastic, 23g Wire Bendable, Coffee Bag Ties 5.5”
    I got them in five days
    Wow! Of course there’s nothing wrong with scavenging one from a coffee bag. As good as the alternatives given were this is still the best option by far.
    I Love it. My wife loves it. Her friends love it and they can't believe her husband can sew!