Best Fit Face Mask Tutorial Video

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. Important: view the full tutorial and download templates here: https://www.prettyhandygirl.com/best-fit-facemask NEW! MOST COMFORTABLE BEST FIT MASK: /watch/4-mtvxM9BtS9t SAVE TIME: Time Savers & answers to FAQs here: /watch/UE705mpKrPDK0 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: https://amzn.to/3dZqMnt Scissors: (good sewing scissors speed along the process.) https://amzn.to/2V9ZuSC Thread: https://amzn.to/3bY39dc Iron: https://amzn.to/3e2va5d Elastic Strap material (see below for ideas) Favorite Nose clip materials: https://amzn.to/2Ca3U6C or https://bit.ly/2ABs6xOCraft bead (or buttons): https://amzn.to/3dWQ8lQ Sewing Machine: https://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): https://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: https://amzn.to/2DKjarr and https://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. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1a6yqchGZJVuaUw1K2iezY_2ABViFSjog64OmsAEtkjo/edit?usp=sharing

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