Face masks are great to protect others and yourself from a number of viruses as well as allergens.
This year face masks have become mandatory in some countries and I’ve started to test out other ways to make them so I can find the most comfortable type.
This time I’ve made a template-free 3D mask.
I’ve made it in 2 sizes: small (S) and medium/large (S/L). Check the video for details and method.
Learn to make an easy cloth face mask
Fabrics featured on the video
- Desert Dew Flame by Ellie Whittaker – Nerida Hansen. This fabric is 100% GOTS certified organic cotton printed with low impact dyes.
More information
The use of face masks and respirators in the context of COVID-19, Department of Health, Australia
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I just finished watching your video tutorial for the 3D Face Mask… wow it looks easy enough for me to give it a try… I haven’t swayed from the two styles that I usually always make because some of the mask tutorials/patterns are too complicated. I’d really like to try making your version, but I can’t seem to find where you have the fabric measurements / cutting details… am I just overlooking something? Please advise when you get the chance. Thank you!
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Fabric sizes were in the first minute of the video. Have fun.
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Dear Teresa,
Thank you for the very easy tutorial. I’ve always held off making my own mask as they always look so complicated,with Halloween and Christmas coming I can see that I’ll be busy.
Kind regards
Michèle Kingston
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I have made these, but paid for the pattern because it had templates for many sizes. I buy those aluminum strips and slide them in for the nose pieces. Helps the glasses not to steam up.
Thanks for the clear tutorial, as usual.
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Thanks to Keith for mentioning that the fabric sizes were mentioned in the first minute of the video. I was watching while at work and probably missed it due to an interruption or something. I will watch your video again at home then. Thanks again!
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Greeting from Maple Bay on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada! I just made a couple of masks using your Ace 3-D Pattern. It certainly is a lot straight forward than the fitted mask pattern I’ve been using! Thank You for sharing. I enjoy reading your emails and watching your videos – interesting the differences I notice and it gives me a new way to approach quilting. Keep Well, Keep Safe, Be Kind. Cheers AVRIL Valentine
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Wonderful
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