In this blog post you will find a collection of videos, all showing how to make Face Masks. Each video has its own take on how to make a mask and what the pattern should be, as well a video on how to make a headband.
At this time I think there are 41 different styles, from all over the world but they each have one thing in common; they are created to protect the users face from the dangers of the outside world; be it dust, pollution or coronavirus. Most of these masks are meant as supplemental to the official medical masks, with some having instruction on how to bring them up to medical code.
Feel free to comment on the pros and cons of the designs so that other readers can benefit from your enlightened critique.
Why this blog page was created; a brief history.
In mid March, I heard on The Rachel Maddow TV show that an Evansville, Indiana hospital (Deaconess) had asked people to help them, by making face masks and the report said there was a video on how to make the masks they needed.
I found the hospital web site and copied the video link:
I then posted it on FaceBook.
View the above video Deaconess – How to make a Face Mask
https://turbanproject.com/patterns
SEE BOTTOM of this blog for the text form of the PDF instructions provided in the Deaconess web site.
NOTE: Flannel is suggested for backing but it is not the proper material to use for this face mask, so just use 100% cotton for both front and back.
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After I posted the original web page that contained the video I looked around for other possible “How To” videos on how to sew masks.
I found many videos from all over the world that had dates from 2018 to Mar 2020.
Below are the videos
The videos and links to the videos are provided, which you can copy, if you want to save a particular design for your files.
Each video has different designs for the face mask and some have drawings of how to cut the fabric and where to sew the material.
How to make a Face Mask –
[9″ X 6″ rectangle with 7″ elastic]
by Lorrie Nunemaker
Published on Mar 20, 2020
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Sewing a 9″ X 6″ mask with 7″ elastic ear bands
[9″ X 6″ rectangle with 7″ elastic]
by Stitched Together Long Island public group on FaceBook
posted March 22, 2020
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DIY – How to make a Face Mask
[9″ X 6″ rectangle with 7″ elastic]
by Stitchin’ Heaven
Published on Mar 23, 2020
How to Sew a Surgical Face Mask for Hospitals –
[9″ X 6″ rectangle with 7″ elastic]
by Sweet Red Poppy
published on Mar 21, 2020
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How to SEW a Medical FACE MASK // TUTORIAL –
[9″ X 6″ rectangle (3 ply) with 7″ elastic]
by Erica Arndt
Published on Mar 21,2020
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Surgical Mask 101
[9″ X 6″ with 7″ elastic]
by Janet Weller Mossman
Published on Mar 20, 2020
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How to sew a reusable face mask – Quick and easy tutorial with Billette’s Baubles
[9″ X 7″ with inside panel 7″ X 4.5″ and 7″ elastic]
by Billettes Baubles Eco Alternatives
Published on Mar 23, 2020
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Tutorial on How to BATCH sew masks for hospitals!
[9″ X 6″ with elastic]
by Thoughtful Creativity – CRAFT, SEW, DIY
Published on Mar 28, 2020
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Dear Sewing Friend!!! In this video you will learn how to batch sew masks for a hospital. This is tutorial for batch sewing only, please use appropriate mask tutorial that your hospital is requesting!
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10 Minute Face Mask
[9″ square with 7 1/4″ elastic and nose wire]
by The Sewing Room Channel
Published on Mar 21, 2020
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How to Sew a Face Mask with Filter Pocket – Fast and Easy DIY Flu Mask
[9″ X 6″ 2 elastic 7″ nose pipe cleaner, with pocket]
by Leah Day
Published on Mar 24, 2020
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How to Sew a Face Mask – Rectangle
[9″ square use pattern for rectangle mask with ties]
[pattern web page:]
by itsalwaysautumn.com
Published on Mar 27, 2020
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Cómo hacer tapabocas cubrebocas tres tamaños alergias Clase de Patronaje
[10.6″ X 8.6″ with pocket and 7.8″ elastic]
by Costura DIY
Premiered Mar 11, 2020
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Face mask. simple PATTERN and TAILORING. safety during the coronavirus period!
[8.3″ square with pocket and 7.5″ elastic]
by Irina Mirinina
Published on Mar 7, 2020
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How To Sew A Mask / Sewing Tutorial
[12.6″ X 9.5″ with 7+ elastic] [plus a smaller version]
by Pikku Saari
Published on Mar 4, 2020
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DIY MAKE A FACE MASK
[9.8″ X 7.3″ with pocket and 7+” elastic]
Published on Mar 3, 2020
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Cómo hacer cubrebocas o mascarillas 3D contra alergias Costura DIY
[10.2″ X 8.0″ with pocket and 7+” elastic]
Premiered Feb 29, 2020
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DIY FACE MASK 2 STYLES, free pattern download
Two patterns
[13 cm X 13.5 cm square where pattern is drawn and elastic] [5.11″ X 5.31″]
[32 cm x 23 cm rectangle with three pleats and elastic] [12.6″ X 9.05″]
Published on Feb 6, 2020
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DIY Face Masks – 3 Versions – 3 Strap Options – Filter Pocket and Nose Frame
Three patterns
[9″ X 7″ with lining, pocket, pipe cleaner nose clip and two (2) elastic]
[10.5″ X 7″ with lining, pocket, pipe cleaner nose clip and one (1) long tie]
[round edge pattern, pocket, pipe cleaner nose clip and two (2) side ties]
by Jess OklaRoots
Published on Mar 24, 2020
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If you are sewing all alone and need some company, this video is a great companion because Whitney chats to the viewer, as if they have been forever friends. Great break from listening to TV or Radio while sewing.
Sew & Chat – Making Masks to Donate
Published on Mar 25, 2020
by Whitney Sews
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5 EASY STEPS TO MAKE DIY FACE MASK by Yellow Heart
Published on Feb 4, 2020
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Easy-to-make Cozy Face Mask Cover
Published on Mar 28, 2019
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DIY Dust Mask With The Cricut Maker
Published on Jan 11, 2018
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How To Sew a Medical Face Mask for a Cancer Patient or COPD patient.
Published on Jul 6, 2018
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DIY Fabric Face Mask: Printable Pattern in Description Box with Measurements
by Mimi G Style
Published on Mar 22, 2020
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Tutorial: How to Sew a Face Mask for Hospitals | Coronavirus COV19
by Sew It Online
https://www.facebook.com/groups/582680812336675
Published on Mar 21, 2020
Alternate Pattern from the above one:
Alternate pattern for the Million Mask Challenge Project: https://media.rainpos.com/4868/pattern_2_pins_needles.pdf
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How to Make Face Mask with Filter Pocket and Adjustable Wire | Sewing Tutorial
[15″ X 7.5″ with pocket and 7+” elastic]
Published on Mar 1, 2020
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How to sew a simple pleated face mask with just 5
lines (with nose wire and filter slot)
[16″ X 8″ – pocket and pleats – 2 elastic 7″ or 4 pices
20″ twill tape]
by Sewing Seeds Of Love
Published on Mar 24, 2020
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Instructional video for sewing the Olson mask (COVID-19)
UnityPoint Health – Cedar Rapids
Published on Mar 22, 2020
Click to access 003902oo-1%20Olson%20Mask%20V07.pdf
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Fabric face mask DIY –
by Ageberry
Published on Mar 7, 2020
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DIY 3size face mask pleats type
by lian lian made
Published on Feb 28, 2020
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Make your own Face Mask
by The Fabric Patch
Published on Mar 19, 2020
Pattern: https://media.rainpos.com/220/face_mask_pattern_1.pdf
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Make your own face mask (from scratch)
by Joost De Cock
Published on Mar 20, 2020
Web: https://freesewing.org/blog/facemask-frenzy/
Pattern: https://freesewing.org/blog/facemask-frenzy/
Instruction: https://freesewing.org/docs/patterns/fu/instructions/
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The Aries Face Mask Tutorial by Sabrina Torti
by Sabriana Torti
Published on Mar 23, 2020
PATTERN for the Aries Face Mask –
http://www.bit.ly/AriesFaceMask
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#DIYCraftsVN #DiymaskKF94 #diymask
New Design – DIY Breathable Mask |
The mask does not touch your mouth and nose, easier to breathe
Jun 20, 2020
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New Design – Breathable DIY Mask | The Mask does not touch your mouth and nose, easier to breathe
Jul 15, 2020
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How to Make an N95 Mask out of a BRA DIY Do it Yourself Respirator Mask In
My Opinion
Published on Mar 9, 2020
I sewed and fit tested four different face masks…
Sewstine
Published on Apr 1, 2020
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A Doctor Explains How to Make the Safest Face Mask
by Dr. Ryan Southworth
Published on Mar 22, 2020
[pattern]
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A doctor explains how to make the safest face mask. This is a safe face mask that if built properly should be donated to your local emergency services. It utilizes a HEPA filter, which is much, much better than a cotton mask.
Here is a video that shows how the virus gets through cotton material
To make the BEST DIY face mask, and what to use if you can’t find supplies.
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Yet another sewing video… but this one is special
DIY Face Mask Tutorial With Kay
WeirDass
Published on Apr 14, 2020
Below you will find several web sites that also may contain videos.
A.B. Mask – for a Nurse by a Nurse
By jessica.nandino in Craft – Sewing
Published on March 2020
https://www.instructables.com/id/AB-Mask-for-a-Nurse-by-a-Nurse/
How to Sew a Simple Cloth Face Mask
from: The Mint Chip Mama
Published: March 24, 2020
https://themintchipmama.wordpress.com/2020/03/24/how-to-sew-a-simple-cloth-face-mask/
Face Mask Sewing Patterns Roundup
By So SewEasy
Published on Mar 19, 2020
https://so-sew-easy.com/face-mask-sewing-patterns/
Reusable DIY Cloth Mask with Disposable Middle Layer Filter
by HK Mask
Published on 22 Mar 2020
https://diymask.site/?fbclid=IwAR0hBMWkpn1iKKgr0DTlAnPNnMQhLlYpN4cBqkOitR-uTsBLhKuZKq6i1hI
Two different surgeon style MASK sewing templates below:
by: RECYCLERS
March-April 2020
https://clevelandrecycles.com/?fbclid=IwAR1JccVGyx9i6U742C9EeH3c_xHgLfNfAXjF5z83pFIm9Ag63F9mq29sfF0
Two Different Templates – with ties instead of elastic
by Cleveland Recycles
Published on March 2020
https://clevelandrecycles.com/?fbclid=IwAR3_nC_6fJvq1YhQutDs2qA4IfeCM0Mzaptw4C8CeIqkrZ2Aq1z747zJv9o
Calling All People Who Sew And Make: You Can Help Make Masks For 2020 Healthcare Worker PPE Shortage – by TJ McCue Senior Contributor
Published on Mar 20, 2020
https://www.forbes.com/sites/tjmccue/2020/03/20/calling-all-people-who-sew-and-make-you-can-help-solve-2020-n95-type-mask-shortage/?
Super Simple Face Mask Pattern For Adults And Kids
By Mayra Cecilia
One of the questions that keeps coming up in different on line forums is “Where do I send my masks? Is there a coordinator for distribution of masks?” — In trying to answer that question I came across this news item in a search result. — https://www.wwlp.com/news/health/coronavirus-local-impact/local-contractor-coordinating-face-masks-donations-for-baystate-health/
Maybe you can do the same local search to help find who in your area is coordinating face mask distribution.
Below are samples of different things people are doing with the
masks.
There are also people sewing fancy masks just for fun
If all else fails and you need a mask for someone in a hurry follow these “No Sew” steps. — http://blog.japanesecreations.com/no-sew-face-mask-with-handkerchief-and-hair-tie?fbclid=IwAR0tVMkwf23V9WiJZcaN4OppgF4Ik3Yiujz72lHK5SUjtJRERGGesWynx8Y
Alternate way of making an elastic band mask into a tie behind the head mask.
Other way to tackle the question; “Which one to use? Elastic over the ears or tie behind the head.”
I made a band using a 16″ X 2″ piece of flannel, sewed it to 1″ and put it through the two elastic ear bands.
The mask now fits tight like a tie mask and the wear can put it over the ears or on top of the ears, so no more irritation on the back of the ears from just elastic.
My first mask: 9″ X 6″ with 7″ elastic with 16″ X 2″ flannel strap.
No pleats, but sides sewed together with a couple of darts to close up the open area created when the mask is on the face.
Here is the text instructions for the original mask video from the Indiana Hospital.
How to make a Face Mask
You will need a cotton fabric, a pretty print is best
Cotton flannel for the backing. NOTE: Flannel is not the proper material to use for this face mask, so just use 100% cotton for both front and back.
Rope elastic: beading cord elastic will work (You may also use 1/8″ flat elastic)
Cut the elastic 7″ long and tie a knot at each end (Do Not knot the ends of the flat)
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You can make 2 sizes: Adult and Child
1. Put right sides of cotton fabric together
Cut 9×6 (Adult) or 7.5×5 (Child)
2. Starting at the center of bottom edge sew to the first corner, stop. Sew the elastic with the knot out into the corner. A few stitches forward and back will hold this.
3. Sew to the next corner, stop, and bring the other end of that same elastic to the corner and sew a few stitches forward and back.
4. Now sew across that top of the mask to the next corner. Again put an elastic with the knot out.
5. Sew to next corner and sew in the other end of the same elastic.
6. Sew across the bottom leaving about 1.5″ to 2″ open. Stop, cut the thread. Turn inside out.
7. Pin 3 tucks on each side of the mask. Make sure the tucks are the same direction.
8. Sew around the edge of the mask twice.
It is so easy to make this.
Be sure any fabric design is placed horizontally.
Above is from a PDF created by The Turban Project (501-c3)
Full Tutorial on our Facebook and Website
I hope this blog post will help you decide which face mask design works well for you.
Thank You
Jose from Clarkston, Michigan
COVID-19 - 2020 