I realize that it's better to work like you in "a chain" instead of sewing one completely and after that cut, sew, etc for an other one! Since tonight, I will work like you!! Thanks a million times!!
Hi, I just want to say thank you so much for this tutorial... I’ve made 100 Christmas masks for a UK charity and raised £420. It was so much easier following your method and the feedback I’ve had has been awesome 😊xx
I've seen so many mask making videos. Enjoy yours by far, calm and easy voice, no music, sped up vid when needed. Pleasure and tips much appreciated. Thank you!
This is the best face mask pattern I have used. I made masks for my whole family and three family members told me that people at their work were willing to pay me to make the masks for them. The fit is perfect. Thanks for the pattern and instructions.
You are a delightful young lady! So pleasant, soft-spoken, concise, clear, ... thoughtful video design, great narration & important details. I have two batches of masks .. one for medical center& one for Joanne Fabric store. I bought 3 sewing machines for $65, another for $25 three weeks ago, all working, learning the finicky traits & remembering what my Mom taught me 53 years ago on her Necchi BU. Yes I know to get this done, must do assembly line, get organized and get moving. Med center wants rectangles, no nose strip. No thin elastic anywhere, found 3” knit elastic which does no fray when cut lengthwise. My friend Amy has 86 done, 30 cut. Me. Large pile of ... plus 6 of my own design. Awesome video.
I didn't have much "spare" fabric at home so I headed to JoAnn's Fabrics. The horrendously long line and the personnel only admitting a couple people into the store at a time (good idea but VERY time consuming) prohibited my shopping there. I then tried at Walmart, where the only fabrics available were upholstery weight. To improvise, at Walmart, I purchased 300 count sheet sets in my favorite colors, red, white & blue. They are a soft, close weave material that is working out just great. Thought I'd let any one know, just in case they ran into the same shortage! I've sewn many things through the years but this will be the first time I've had a need for these. Thank you for the pattern and short cut instructions! God Bless You All . . . . Stay safe and healthy!!!
That's great that you were able to get some sheets. Studies that have been done on fabric for masks have shown that a high count 100% cotton sheet is one of the best materials to use for homemade fabric masks.
Very helpful! I'm not as fast as you, but I'm much more confident and consistent in my mask production now. I've watched many mask making how to videos - this is one of my favorites. Thank you very much!!
I have watched hundreds of videos in my attempt to mass produce these masks for my community. Your tips are a life saver! BEST TUTORIAL I've watched!! Thank You!
OMGosh. I am so happy that you showed the machine having issues with elastic "hump" / seam. I have a 1970 Kenmore and I have to do the push-pull fiddly thing too. Yippie. And this pattern will be quicker, for me, than the pleated because of NOT having as many fabric humps. Thank you so much for sharing!
This was also a good tip from @Louise Faubert in comments: "Regarding bulky seam. Fold a piece of material so it is as thick as your seam place it behind your needle this will even your presser foot so it is flat and doesn’t have to see up that hill. Use it as a leader cloth each time you make that seam."
I was in tears sewing my first batch of 17 pleated masks and the 1/4" fabric straps (using instructions from my local quilt shop). I kept telling my husband that some sadistic OCD perfectionist must have designed this mask. I had to stop every day after sewing for hours. The fitted masks (with darts) have helped me regain my sanity. Plus I found a small stash of elastic in my craft studio when I was re-organizing it. :-)
I love the idea of making a channel for the wire instead of what I've been doing - cutting a separate piece of fabric to encase the wire and stitching it on the inside of the mask. Your idea will save me tons of time. I'm making dozens of masks for family & friends. We live in a "mask required" state.
I love your video. I've been making masks since March to meet the needs of my customers, family, and friends. Your video is so clear, succinct and NICELY paced. You make it easy to follow along. Your instructions are so concise as your sewing demonstrates each step in your process. Thanks for putting such a fabulous resource together! Stay well!
Thank you so much for this tutorial. I've learned a couple of shortcuts to batch sew. I'm in the process of sewing masks to give to the homeless. We ALL need to do our part in caring for each other. God bless you
I’m making masks and I also treat them with ozone when I’m done. I use an CPAP cleaner which is an ozone generator and put the hose in a bag with masks inside. Easy to do and I saw a study on the effects of ozone and it doesn’t take much to disinfect something. Watch those fingers- yes during the holidays I put a needle right through my thumb from a Juki walking foot.
After making well over a hundred masks now I find a better way to put the nose wire in!! I'm tired of sewing little pockets on the inside. Great idea thank you.
Thank you for so thouroughly explaining this process. I am a brand new sewer(is that a word? lol) I hope I can do this because I not only want to keep me and my kid's safe but would like to help out in my community too. I bought a bunch of fabric over the last few years and never really learned to sew but had good intentions.... Life always seemed to get in the way of me taking the time to learn this craft but now I have nothing but time! So I decided I can either sit around and feel sorry for myself because I am out of work or I can use what I have and make a difference. I chose the latter. Thanks again!
I find sewing very meditative. I think sewing all day everyday right now has really helped me not get too down about being unemployed and stuck at home. Plus it feels good to do something to help out. Hope you find some solace in it!
I see you have a Western Red Cedar tree outside your window. I have one of those living 50 feet from my own front door. What many people do not know is that the leaves(needles) from that tree make an absolutely delicious tea! Just snip a small branch, rinse it in the sink, strip the leaves off the wood and chop them rather fine, then brew as you would regular tea. You would think it would taste like chewing on a Christmas tree but it does not at all. It is closer to chamomile tea. Rather fruity and flowery tasting, very gentle and almost sweet. I also hear it is full of vitamin C and antioxidants, good for fighting colds or respiratory infections of any kind. My favorite beverage! I hope you will try it someday. This is my gift back to you to thank you for your kind heart in making masks and a good video full of tips for others to follow.
Love this pattern. It molds well and feels good. The large size seems great for all adult females. I’ve been ironing interface on inner pieces only for summer. Making them 3 layers. For fall/ winter will iron interface on both inner and outer layers for extra protection. Both ways make the fabric “sit “ better, yet it’s still breathable. Adding a little length one can either make a loop for ear pieces or fold over and sew in the pieces.
BRILLIANT!!! What a fantastic video and great tips on the nose wire and knotting the elastic! I have been rejuvenated and ready to get back into mask making after a month off! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and pattern❣️
After trying a few patterns, this is the one I'm going with. I used the regular size pattern for myself and then resized the pattern on my printer to suit my 8 year old (resized at 80%) and 10 year old (resized at 90%) as well, and they fit perfectly. Thanks so much for this - great tutorial.
I am using a very similar technique (slightly different pattern). I have an elastic cutting tip. cut a piece of corrugated cardboard 4 inches x half your desired elastic length. Wrap elastic multiple times around this jig WITHOUT STRETCHING it. Make one cut through all the elastic and you have just cut your quantity of elastic strands to length.
Fabulously well done! I've been making the same type of masks but needed a quicker, more streamlined way. This is it! Most other videos I have seen literally do not talk the viewer through it and this is the first to address the ridiculous nose piece in such a simple way. Yay! As for the layers of fabric/elastic and a new machine...my vintage machines (pre-1960) get over them like a charm.
I've done hundreds of masks, mostly pleated, always trying different fitted designs to find one I like. I made a few of these yesterday. I do my ends and elastic a bit different but LOVE the fit! And they are so quick!
Awesome batch process!! At 69 years old I needed a simple process and yours is that and so much more! Now if I could just find a fabric shop that delivers I could get back to it!! You are amazing! Thank you so much ❤️
Call a fabric shop... You would be surprised what companies are now just starting to deliver. Ask to talk to a manager..explain your reasons.. Give them your number so they can talk about it and call you back.
Instead of tieing your cut elastic ends together I saw a woman thread one pony bead onto both ends of the same side then she tied the elastic in a tight knot. NOW it is truly adjustable because the bead keeps the elastic where you want the length to be which you determine after placing the mask on your face and the elastic over your ear. Just slide the pony bead up or down along the elastic to tighten or loosen the fit.
I really enjoyed this video. You were so easy to listen to. No offensive 🎶 background music. And , you didn’t rush through each step. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
Just finished a big batch of Olson’s Mask and sent off to the hospital (St Luke’s Foundation, IA). This one takes more time cutting and sewing because it has a slot for changing filters. Thank you for the tutorial, lists of who needs cloth masks, and patterns of different sizes. 👏🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟👏
I LOVE this pattern!!!!! So easy to make and very nice fitting. I use the adjustable ear loop elastic and I don't even need to put in a metal nose bridge they fit so well. Thank you!!
Great video! I DID have to go to the ER at the very beginning because I had a very bad cut with that tool. I am slowly beginning to use it again. I am going to use your technique to make masks for my students.
Oh no! Yeah the rotary cutter is very sharp. I had my share of ER visits from exacto blades in my teens. I now have a great respect for these blades and for watching where my fingers are when cutting. Also, someone mentioned in a previous comment that there is a glove you can wear to protect your hand from the rotary cutter.
20 years with that machine, cool. You took really good care of it :) I wish my stitches are this clean. I am just starting out and want to help by sewing face masks, but my stitches are too messy, it's embarrassing!
Sounds like you need to adjust both your upper and lower thread tensions. There are a few how to vidos here on youtube at least there used to be, that show you how to do that☺
bearing fruit in old age Thanks for this! I’ve been watching as you siggested. I checked my machine and it seems to only have the upper thread adjustable so it should be easier! (Janome HD3000) thanks for the tip! :)
The lower tension is adjusted by the tiny bolt that holds the bobbin. I mark where the slot of bolt and is on the bobbin holder and turn bolt 1/4 of a turn at a time depending on if it's too tight or lose. Also you may need to buy a new one i think the sprigines can ware out over time and use.
Thank you so much for providing the pattern. I had a hard time finding this type of pattern for free. I was getting frustrated just finding a free template to make for my family and friends. Your video was very informative and useful. Will be making some now.
You could still use the casing method but lay the piece of elastic on the fabric before folding the casing. Obviously, be careful not to catch the elastic in the stitching? Also, you don't need to stitch the open side before folding to make the casing, just close it with the casing formation stitching. Enjoyed the well done video.
Great tips on making this a quick production line! 1 addition to reduce elastic measure and cutting time - wrap a cardboard template - in your case a 6.25" long (sturdy, but thinnish board) that is as wide as you like. Tape or hold the end of the elastic to the end of the board (slight wraparound) and wrap the elastic (without stretching it) around the 6.25" length of the board by turning the board over - the way binding tape is wrapped on small cardboard backing - keep every wrap in contact with the board. When you reach the board capacity (depends on the width of the board) cut the end of the elastic and wrap the board with a rubber band or two (to keep the wound elastic from moving after the first cut). Cut the elastic at the end points (along the 6.25" ends) and viola! 2 pieces of equal sized elastic per "wrap" around the board! Thanks again for your production tips....they were a help for me!
Outstanding video, love the many comments. I too have a problem trying to sew 1/8" at the edge, my old 40 plus years Singer does not cooperate, the needle carries the fabric through the hole and this is time consuming. Tried changing the presser foot or the plate does not help. I need to look through my batch of presser feet to see if there are other options. I keep my machine free of lint build up and oil every few years. The needle also has to be changed every now and again, can lose its sharpness. I taught myself to sew starting at an early age and have been away from sewing for a long time. This project will inspire this old lady to get busy on something useful and needed. Thanks for your tips. Stay healthy and safe.
Thanks for sharing this! Your demonstrations and explanations are wonderful. I've made about a hundred masks to give away to family, co-workers, friends, family of co-workers, friends of co-workers etc and I've used a few different patterns and followed a few tutorials. Your video is so helpful because it's so clear and concise and delivered at just the right speed. Good luck with your aging sewing machine; I realized that mine is just over thirty years old and I'm definitely going to be shopping for a new one as soon as it's feasible!
What do you think about changing the elastics to bias tape so they can be tied at any size, like the ones used in or’s? They don’t irritate behind the ears. I have yards and yards of bias tape of different colours that I can use like this.
Thank you so much for sharing and for the free pattern. I used your pattern already and I just love it! I think this is one of my best mask I've made. I like how it fits especially under the chin. Usually you have some that you can feel the air thru but your pattern covers the chin area and makes me feel protected. I want to batch sew like you.. you inspired me ! Thumbs up all the way!!! My favorite mask pattern!!!! T H A N K Y O U ! :-)
these are so cute! i’ve been doing mine with pleats and a pocket on the inside for a filter if wanted, but i’ve quickly realized, (after mask number 50), that it’s a lot more tedious to do it that way so i think i’ll switch over and try this method and see if i can get them done a little quicker
Thank you for video. When trying to start and sew over elastic, start 1/4 to 1/2 inch from edge, reverse, then holding threads sew from edge forward. Sometimes going backwards and then forward is easier than just heading forward. I use steam iron to press seams before turning. Since you batch sew you can also batch press the seam. Do one side, flip and other side. The ironing sets the seam and makes turning and finding the edge to top stitch so much easier. I have made over 300 of the pleated type masks. I have to stop because I can not find elastic and have cut all my wider braided elastic down to 1/4 inch. I have used aluminum and brass 18 gauge wire, pipe cleaners, and strips of aluminum pie pans. I zigzag to a 1/2 inch seam allowance, stitching several times over ends. Then I turn masks right side out and top stitch in place as you do. Probably not possible with your curved mask edges. I've gone thru the neighborhood and begged for these materials. Too bad manufactures in USA can no longer make elastic or even gear up to produce paper masks after several months of this pandemic. This is not the country that helped win WWII and land on the moon. Today the some people are at home working from their computers and complaining about opening golf courses, restaurants and hair salons while the "essentials" are working as police, nurses, cleaners, sewage plant operators, grocery clerks, etc. Oops did I say "essential", I mean "expendable" workers!
Thank you so much for making this video! I’ve watched several videos explaining how to sew masks. You explained how to cut and sew it. Very detailed.. Your so awesome to help and donate too ❤️ You have a new subscriber can’t wait to see what comes next!
Many machines have problems starting to sew from the edge. What my mom and I do, is take a scrap piece of fabric about an inch wide. Sew across the little piece, then begin sewing items. At the end, cut the little piece loose and feed it through again. You are now ready to start your next sewing piece. This works great in piecing for making quilts too. You can use the scrap piece over and over, turning in another direction or just scooting it over a bit if the thread gets too thick. Thank you for the pattern.
Thanks for the volume tips! 😜 my covid coping purchase was my dream of a lifetime machine. I learned how to use it by batch sewing masks for friends and family.
Also wondering where you get the wire. I have been using plastic-covered copper electrical wire. Nice and sturdy. What type of machine do you have? I had a pretty basic Singer, but got rid of it a several years ago and bought a Bernina 350PE. I love it! I use it for garment sewing (and now, making masks for my family).
Oh copper covered electrical wire would be great. No concern with rusting there. The place I got this wire is now sold out and am have been having a hard time finding more today. I got a Bernina 335 yesterday. I'm very excited. Have been thinking about one for a while. Now to try it out ☺️
Thank you so much for this tutorial and pattern. I had to hand stitch one of these for myself using the kids-sized pattern so it fits right, as well as replaced the elastic with longer stretched cotton strings so it fits properly over my face and around my head scarf. Took me a whole day to do the stitching but I love it and it's really comfortable!
Very handy tutorial, thank you. Amends/remarsk: If you insert the elastic in an U-shape from top-left to bottom left (and top-right to bottom right) instead of all across the mask, you can spare the final snipping, knotting and fray-checking steps altogether. Also if you just leave the elastic right there, around neck and head, which some people prefer anyway.
Have have been given a pattern but I was not seeing how to sew it as simple as the rectangular one . Thanks to your video. I will do it your way . Any masks are better then no masks. Thanks
Anne McCaffery is a good place to start. She's an older writter, passed away a long time ago. Her series is about a planet called PERN with people who have traveled from their planet to Perm and discover amazing new world. Anne McCaffery has MANY books about the dragonriders of Pern. They can be read in any order. It may be an older series, but, I have loved her fantasy series since the 70's. Good luck and Welcome to PERN ! ! !
What is best to use for nose piece in face mask? Nose Bridge For Mask With Self-Adhesive:Link：www.amazon.com/gp/product/B087P36T48 Love them or hate them, masks are currently a necessity. And since we love to sew, why not make your own masks? Or make them for gifts or even to donate. And the best masks aren’t just fabric and elastic, but rather they include a metal nose bridge for a better seal. Better seals keep more droplets out, and they also keep your glasses from fogging up.
your video is very helpful...I have been making masks and i wanted to make other styles of mask to sew, glad i found your video. you made sewing in a curve look easy i tend go crooked. I really gotta pace myself.
Use a small scrap piece to ‘start’ your stitching and you will easily be able to get going, even with the layers. I have a newish Bernina that has a dual feed and i still have to use a scrap piece to start stitching. Love the idea on how to insert the wire piece. I’ve been using the pre-made binding that you get at fabric stores and inserting the wire strip which is a lot more tedious. Also Creative Grids has made a new template with that same shape for cutting and you can easily cut multiple layers of fabric without pinning. Love that ruler!
I have a new machine still does what yours does not sure why I haven't been sewing for that long I always thought I was doing very nicely done looks great much love from Cali.
can you tell me why we are shortening the mask by half an inch just curious was it to big before I am assuming. Do we do the same for the smaller version and kids version???
I think it's because in the original version you fold the edge and thread the elastic through it, and in this version you sew the elastic on the edge so you don't need the extra fabric to fold it over. I THINK! ☺️
I watched this video this morning & then literally cut my finger with a rotary cutter about 3 hours later! 😭 Luckily it wasn’t nearly as bad as it could have been. Take it from me, BE CAREFUL! Lol. Can’t wait to try this (new to me) style for masks! Thank you!
Great tutorial Aranmade. Though I'm using a slightly different pattern with a pocket for a filter that I added an inner lining to, I also have been making my masks in batches. Only I call it assembly line instead of a batch and sausage instead of chain. I would recommend a thread cutter like the one from Sunflower Quilt. It speeds cutting the masks apart. I do the same as you do too by using the original piece of elastic to measure and cut the rest and folding the seams away from the opening for ease of adding the wire. I really like the way you tie the threads before turning. Great tip!
This is how i sew but i use 3 layers of fabric. And just turn it and sew the sides that way it holds up the shape😉. Since i dont have elastic for i leave the end open for now. Very easy and fast way to do it. Thanks for sharing, a lot of people will learn from this👍Be Safe Everyone😷
Great tutorial! A tip for where you have trouble starting your 1/8 " top stitch - start 1/4" or a little more in from the edge and reverse to the edge then go forward - for me it works like a charm. Thank you so much for all the tips.
@@aranmade What is the name and style/model number of your sewing machine? Well, I guess the both of them. I like the one you're using here. Is it the old one or the new one? If the new one does this part better, that's great. I would like to compare the two and read up on them. Thank you and great video.
A zigzag, with a short stitch length at the elastic will secure it, I have a brand new machine and have the issue, that disengages the feeddogs. I’ve been makimasks, i will start using the 3/8 seam, like that addition
Hands down the best explanations on TH-cam. You don’t over-explain, so are easily followed. Watching your work is a joy. Thank you so very much! (ps; I use a pipe cleaner folded in half for the nose piece. I take my needle nose pliers and fold the ends in to keep from tearing the fabric or causing injury to the bridge of the nose)
LOVE this except there's no place to insert a filter. I think I can figure something out, though. Your method actually streamlines the process & looks very neat. THANK YOU!
You can iron interfacing on the wrong site of the fabric. That's a pretty good filter that is washable and doesn't have to be replaced. Works good for me :)
Mickey Reyes the original pattern looked like it had a casing to feed the elastic through. This tutorial has the elastic sewn in so you don’t need a casing
@@kellywilliams529 I don't do a lot of free sewing, but they're definitely one of my favorite tools bc they're so useful. The kind I use are cooking chopsticks (they're like regular ones but longer). I keep a set at my sewing table so I always have one in reach when I need it! These are the kind I use. They're really handy to cook with too! www.amazon.com/dp/B07VQRTQL9/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_1dS9EbRQ5DHZT
My machine has same starting issue... I move forward and begin by reversing to edge and then back over and onward. 1 make nice start Finish all threads away from edge for a cleaner finish.
I usually try and start mine further from the edge for that reason, but with this particular way of making it, you need to start at the very edge to make sure you get those extra stitches on the elastic to really secure it.
I was checking the comments to see if anyone had mentioned this - it has been my holy grail, too! I just started sewing not all that long ago and am still learning; the walking foot has been the BEST tip I have learned so far when making the masks!
Susan Cooper has a couple of books out that I enjoyed. The Bogart, The Bogart and the Monster, The Dark is Rising series, or if you like something a bit more “classic” The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings series, or of course there is Game of Thrones series.
I just listened to Circe on Audible, I really enjoyed it. The story of the goddess Circe from Greek mythology. It's a long read. Thank you for the pattern and instructions. I've got 100 to make for the local village school.
Looks like my library only has the ebook and not the audiobook. I put a hold on it though, since I can't sew all the time. I need to take some breaks for reading :)
I have basically the same machine just a little newer. I got one of those 42 piece sewing foot collections that had this roller foot. That thing works better than my walking foot! You have to thread it through the foot because it doesn't have a slotted opening but it works so nice when I get to those thick seams. Now if I can just find a needle that doesn't complain. LOL!
Hi, I was wondering the same thing and then I realized she is sewing the elastic in the mask. On the original, she added the 1/2 inch because she has to fold the ends to put the elastic. So if you are sewing the elastic in...then yes, cut 1/2 inch.
I realize that it's better to work like you in "a chain" instead of sewing one completely and after that cut, sew, etc for an other one! Since tonight, I will work like you!! Thanks a million times!!
how to make face masks in bulk at home
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Hi, I just want to say thank you so much for this tutorial... I’ve made 100 Christmas masks for a UK charity and raised £420. It was so much easier following your method and the feedback I’ve had has been awesome 😊xx
I've seen so many mask making videos. Enjoy yours by far, calm and easy voice, no music, sped up vid when needed. Pleasure and tips much appreciated. Thank you!
DiTto!!! Very good easy-to-follow tutorial
Where can I find the pattern?
Yes, what Lisa said. This is the fifth video on masks that I've viewed and the only one to give me the confidence to buy a machine and contribute.
Try watching her first video where she doesn’t sound bored and actually Likes what she’s doing.
This is the best face mask pattern I have used. I made masks for my whole family and three family members told me that people at their work were willing to pay me to make the masks for them. The fit is perfect. Thanks for the pattern and instructions.
I agree best fitting snug but not too tight
You are a delightful young lady! So pleasant, soft-spoken, concise, clear, ... thoughtful video design, great narration & important details. I have two batches of masks .. one for medical center& one for Joanne Fabric store. I bought 3 sewing machines for $65, another for $25 three weeks ago, all working, learning the finicky traits & remembering what my Mom taught me 53 years ago on her Necchi BU.
Yes I know to get this done, must do assembly line, get organized and get moving.
Med center wants rectangles, no nose strip. No thin elastic anywhere, found 3” knit elastic which does no fray when cut lengthwise. My friend Amy has 86 done, 30 cut. Me. Large pile of ... plus 6 of my own design.
Awesome video.
Thanks!
Christopher Ian where did you buy your sewing machines?
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I didn't have much "spare" fabric at home so I headed to JoAnn's Fabrics. The horrendously long line and the personnel only admitting a couple people into the store at a time (good idea but VERY time consuming) prohibited my shopping there. I then tried at Walmart, where the only fabrics available were upholstery weight. To improvise, at Walmart, I purchased 300 count sheet sets in my favorite colors, red, white & blue. They are a soft, close weave material that is working out just great. Thought I'd let any one know, just in case they ran into the same shortage! I've sewn many things through the years but this will be the first time I've had a need for these. Thank you for the pattern and short cut instructions! God Bless You All . . . . Stay safe and healthy!!!
That's great that you were able to get some sheets. Studies that have been done on fabric for masks have shown that a high count 100% cotton sheet is one of the best materials to use for homemade fabric masks.
I've made several of these, since they are by far the easiest, and everyone prefers this type. Thanks again for sharing!
Very helpful! I'm not as fast as you, but I'm much more confident and consistent in my mask production now. I've watched many mask making how to videos - this is one of my favorites. Thank you very much!!
I have watched hundreds of videos in my attempt to mass produce these masks for my community. Your tips are a life saver! BEST TUTORIAL I've watched!! Thank You!
OMGosh. I am so happy that you showed the machine having issues with elastic "hump" / seam. I have a 1970 Kenmore and I have to do the push-pull fiddly thing too. Yippie.
And this pattern will be quicker, for me, than the pleated because of NOT having as many fabric humps. Thank you so much for sharing!
This was also a good tip from @Louise Faubert in comments:
"Regarding bulky seam. Fold a piece of material so it is as thick as your seam place it behind your needle this will even your presser foot so it is flat and doesn’t have to see up that hill. Use it as a leader cloth each time you make that seam."
I was in tears sewing my first batch of 17 pleated masks and the 1/4" fabric straps (using instructions from my local quilt shop). I kept telling my husband that some sadistic OCD perfectionist must have designed this mask. I had to stop every day after sewing for hours. The fitted masks (with darts) have helped me regain my sanity. Plus I found a small stash of elastic in my craft studio when I was re-organizing it. :-)
I love the idea of making a channel for the wire instead of what I've been doing - cutting a separate piece of fabric to encase the wire and stitching it on the inside of the mask. Your idea will save me tons of time. I'm making dozens of masks for family & friends. We live in a "mask required" state.
I love your video. I've been making masks since March to meet the needs of my customers, family, and friends. Your video is so clear, succinct and NICELY paced. You make it easy to follow along. Your instructions are so concise as your sewing demonstrates each step in your process. Thanks for putting such a fabulous resource together! Stay well!
Exacty the method I used (Olson masks) to complete 100 masks for hospital workers! Except I cut out 4 - 6 masks at a time. Great Video
Thank you so much for this tutorial. I've learned a couple of shortcuts to batch sew. I'm in the process of sewing masks to give to the homeless. We ALL need to do our part in caring for each other. God bless you
Nice work and so true! We all need to do our part to help each other out right now 💞
I’m making masks and I also treat them with ozone when I’m done. I use an CPAP cleaner which is an ozone generator and put the hose in a bag with masks inside. Easy to do and I saw a study on the effects of ozone and it doesn’t take much to disinfect something.
Watch those fingers- yes during the holidays I put a needle right through my thumb from a Juki walking foot.
After making well over a hundred masks now I find a better way to put the nose wire in!! I'm tired of sewing little pockets on the inside. Great idea thank you.
Thank you for so thouroughly explaining this process. I am a brand new sewer(is that a word? lol) I hope I can do this because I not only want to keep me and my kid's safe but would like to help out in my community too. I bought a bunch of fabric over the last few years and never really learned to sew but had good intentions.... Life always seemed to get in the way of me taking the time to learn this craft but now I have nothing but time! So I decided I can either sit around and feel sorry for myself because I am out of work or I can use what I have and make a difference. I chose the latter. Thanks again!
I find sewing very meditative. I think sewing all day everyday right now has really helped me not get too down about being unemployed and stuck at home. Plus it feels good to do something to help out. Hope you find some solace in it!
I see you have a Western Red Cedar tree outside your window. I have one of those living 50 feet from my own front door. What many people do not know is that the leaves(needles) from that tree make an absolutely delicious tea! Just snip a small branch, rinse it in the sink, strip the leaves off the wood and chop them rather fine, then brew as you would regular tea. You would think it would taste like chewing on a Christmas tree but it does not at all. It is closer to chamomile tea. Rather fruity and flowery tasting, very gentle and almost sweet. I also hear it is full of vitamin C and antioxidants, good for fighting colds or respiratory infections of any kind. My favorite beverage! I hope you will try it someday. This is my gift back to you to thank you for your kind heart in making masks and a good video full of tips for others to follow.
Oh Marialla, what a lovely gesture. Today I just needed to know of your soul out there and the reminder of grace.
I watched over 20 mask making videos, yours is one of the best. well done. 👍👍👍
Thanks Vincent
Love this pattern. It molds well and feels good. The large size seems great for all adult females. I’ve been ironing interface on inner pieces only for summer. Making them 3 layers. For fall/ winter will iron interface on both inner and outer layers for extra protection. Both ways make the fabric “sit “ better, yet it’s still breathable. Adding a little length one can either make a loop for ear pieces or fold over and sew in the pieces.
Great suggestions to use twist ties for nose bridge. I am a front line responder who is sewing for my at risk neighbors. 💕
BRILLIANT!!! What a fantastic video and great tips on the nose wire and knotting the elastic!
I have been rejuvenated and ready to get back into mask making after a month off!
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and pattern❣️
I've watched several videos on mask making and your video by a long shot is the best!! Thank you
After trying a few patterns, this is the one I'm going with. I used the regular size pattern for myself and then resized the pattern on my printer to suit my 8 year old (resized at 80%) and 10 year old (resized at 90%) as well, and they fit perfectly. Thanks so much for this - great tutorial.
I am using a very similar technique (slightly different pattern). I have an elastic cutting tip. cut a piece of corrugated cardboard 4 inches x half your desired elastic length. Wrap elastic multiple times around this jig WITHOUT STRETCHING it. Make one cut through all the elastic and you have just cut your quantity of elastic strands to length.
Great tip! Thank you!
That's a great idea! Thank you!! I'm now saving so much time doing that 😘
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Fabulously well done! I've been making the same type of masks but needed a quicker, more streamlined way. This is it! Most other videos I have seen literally do not talk the viewer through it and this is the first to address the ridiculous nose piece in such a simple way. Yay! As for the layers of fabric/elastic and a new machine...my vintage machines (pre-1960) get over them like a charm.
So glad you got some useful information out of it. Yeah, my grandmother's old singer would have had no problems with this either.
@@aranmade I'm grandma and I have my gmas sewing machine💖💋😁
I've done hundreds of masks, mostly pleated, always trying different fitted designs to find one I like. I made a few of these yesterday. I do my ends and elastic a bit different but LOVE the fit! And they are so quick!
Oh So Professional and you just talk us through the whole process. Thank you.
Awesome batch process!! At 69 years old I needed a simple process and yours is that and so much more! Now if I could just find a fabric shop that delivers I could get back to it!! You are amazing! Thank you so much ❤️
Call a fabric shop... You would be surprised what companies are now just starting to deliver.
Ask to talk to a manager..explain your reasons.. Give them your number so they can talk about it and call you back.
Thanks Jacki!
I had some good luck with quiltmuse.com
Amanda Litwak The link for buy doesn’t work Would you please add the link again thanks
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Instead of tieing your cut elastic ends together I saw a woman thread one pony bead onto both ends of the same side then she tied the elastic in a tight knot. NOW it is truly adjustable because the bead keeps the elastic where you want the length to be which you determine after placing the mask on your face and the elastic over your ear. Just slide the pony bead up or down along the elastic to tighten or loosen the fit.
Thanks for the tip!
I really enjoyed this video. You were so easy to listen to. No offensive 🎶 background music. And , you didn’t rush through each step. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.
Thanks Deborah!
aranmade you are welcome. Have a good week.
Just finished a big batch of Olson’s Mask and sent off to the hospital (St Luke’s Foundation, IA). This one takes more time cutting and sewing because it has a slot for changing filters.
Thank you for the tutorial, lists of who needs cloth masks, and patterns of different sizes. 👏🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟👏
Thank you so much for this pattern and tutorial... 115 Christmas masks made for charity would have been a lot harder without your guidance!
You can heat seal the ends of the elastic with a lighter just like ribbon.
Thank you for that tip! I've started doing that.
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Literally the only mask that I can go all day in comfortably. Thank you so much for making this pattern🙏🏼
Thank you! This was very helpful, especially trying to figure out best way to insert metal nose bridge.
Glad it helped!
I LOVE this pattern!!!!! So easy to make and very nice fitting. I use the adjustable ear loop elastic and I don't even need to put in a metal nose bridge they fit so well. Thank you!!
Outlander is amazing!!! I love the books so much!!!
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Oh and i happen to run into your video. My baby was playing with my phone and landed on here and im very happy she did
I love how to show all detail nice and slow so people can understand.
Great video! I DID have to go to the ER at the very beginning because I had a very bad cut with that tool. I am slowly beginning to use it again. I am going to use your technique to make masks for my students.
Oh no! Yeah the rotary cutter is very sharp. I had my share of ER visits from exacto blades in my teens. I now have a great respect for these blades and for watching where my fingers are when cutting.
Also, someone mentioned in a previous comment that there is a glove you can wear to protect your hand from the rotary cutter.
20 years with that machine, cool. You took really good care of it :) I wish my stitches are this clean. I am just starting out and want to help by sewing face masks, but my stitches are too messy, it's embarrassing!
If you make lots of masks, you will get better with each one. Protection over perfection ☺️
Sounds like you need to adjust both your upper and lower thread tensions. There are a few how to vidos here on youtube at least there used to be, that show you how to do that☺
bearing fruit in old age Thanks for this! I’ve been watching as you siggested. I checked my machine and it seems to only have the upper thread adjustable so it should be easier! (Janome HD3000) thanks for the tip! :)
The lower tension is adjusted by the tiny bolt that holds the bobbin. I mark where the slot of bolt and is on the bobbin holder and turn bolt 1/4 of a turn at a time depending on if it's too tight or lose. Also you may need to buy a new one i think the sprigines can ware out over time and use.
Thank you so much for providing the pattern. I had a hard time finding this type of pattern for free. I was getting frustrated just finding a free template to make for my family and friends. Your video was very informative and useful. Will be making some now.
That template is available from so many different people and it's free
I prefer the casing on the side so the elastic can be replaced . Thank you for making these videos. They are great
Yes, those are nice for that reason.
You could still use the casing method but lay the piece of elastic on the fabric before folding the casing. Obviously, be careful not to catch the elastic in the stitching? Also, you don't need to stitch the open side before folding to make the casing, just close it with the casing formation stitching.
Enjoyed the well done video.
im so lost I hear what your saying but I just cant get it in my head. Lol... I too like the casing method better.
I don't understand what casing method is :-(
@@2010stoof I think they mean the narrow tube you stitch on the edge of the mask that the elastic/string goes through.
Great tips on making this a quick production line! 1 addition to reduce elastic measure and cutting time - wrap a cardboard template - in your case a 6.25" long (sturdy, but thinnish board) that is as wide as you like. Tape or hold the end of the elastic to the end of the board (slight wraparound) and wrap the elastic (without stretching it) around the 6.25" length of the board by turning the board over - the way binding tape is wrapped on small cardboard backing - keep every wrap in contact with the board. When you reach the board capacity (depends on the width of the board) cut the end of the elastic and wrap the board with a rubber band or two (to keep the wound elastic from moving after the first cut).
Cut the elastic at the end points (along the 6.25" ends) and viola! 2 pieces of equal sized elastic per "wrap" around the board!
Thanks again for your production tips....they were a help for me!
I love that tip. I've started doing that and it's so much faster! Thanks
same way to make a pom-pom...
Outlander series is a great book to listen to. Davina Porter is the narrator and she’s amazing.
Outstanding video, love the many comments. I too have a problem trying to sew 1/8" at the edge, my old 40 plus years Singer does not cooperate, the needle carries the fabric through the hole and this is time consuming. Tried changing the presser foot or the plate does not help. I need to look through my batch of presser feet to see if there are other options. I keep my machine free of lint build up and oil every few years. The needle also has to be changed every now and again, can lose its sharpness. I taught myself to sew starting at an early age and have been away from sewing for a long time. This project will inspire this old lady to get busy on something useful and needed. Thanks for your tips. Stay healthy and safe.
Use your zipper foot 👍
@@tryingtobarefruitinoldage9878 Thanks, will give it a try.
Very nice i try it work well the only thing i did diffrent is i cut the elastic exact 6"per side to go around ears instead of tie effect .....
I love the way you organized this and got so many done at once. Awesome strategy!
"World Without End" Ken Follett Great story and some history that relates to our time. Thanks for this excellent video!
Thanks! I'll check it out.
Definitely! I would start with Pillars of the Earth. It's my favorite of that trilogy.
Thanks for sharing this! Your demonstrations and explanations are wonderful. I've made about a hundred masks to give away to family, co-workers, friends, family of co-workers, friends of co-workers etc and I've used a few different patterns and followed a few tutorials. Your video is so helpful because it's so clear and concise and delivered at just the right speed. Good luck with your aging sewing machine; I realized that mine is just over thirty years old and I'm definitely going to be shopping for a new one as soon as it's feasible!
What do you think about changing the elastics to bias tape so they can be tied at any size, like the ones used in or’s? They don’t irritate behind the ears. I have yards and yards of bias tape of different colours that I can use like this.
I was wondering if i was the only one who has that issue with the back of my ears hurting.
Kumbo me TOO plus it would cut down on the problems of sewing OVER the elastic. IJS
Yes, a lot of people have been doing that and I've heard good results.
@@bettydiggs2563 Sewing over the elastic is more efficient, which was the point of batch sewing the masks.
Thank you so much for sharing and for the free pattern. I used your pattern already and I just love it! I think this is one of my best mask I've made. I like how it fits especially under the chin. Usually you have some that you can feel the air thru but your pattern covers the chin area and makes me feel protected. I want to batch sew like you.. you inspired me ! Thumbs up all the way!!! My favorite mask pattern!!!! T H A N K Y O U ! :-)
these are so cute! i’ve been doing mine with pleats and a pocket on the inside for a filter if wanted, but i’ve quickly realized, (after mask number 50), that it’s a lot more tedious to do it that way so i think i’ll switch over and try this method and see if i can get them done a little quicker
laura smith The reason why I love this pattern is because there isn’t a pleat. However I did put a vertical opening in the back for filters.
Thank you for video. When trying to start and sew over elastic, start 1/4 to 1/2 inch from edge, reverse, then holding threads sew from edge forward. Sometimes going backwards and then forward is easier than just heading forward. I use steam iron to press seams before turning. Since you batch sew you can also batch press the seam. Do one side, flip and other side. The ironing sets the seam and makes turning and finding the edge to top stitch so much easier. I have made over 300 of the pleated type masks. I have to stop because I can not find elastic and have cut all my wider braided elastic down to 1/4 inch. I have used aluminum and brass 18 gauge wire, pipe cleaners, and strips of aluminum pie pans. I zigzag to a 1/2 inch seam allowance, stitching several times over ends. Then I turn masks right side out and top stitch in place as you do. Probably not possible with your curved mask edges. I've gone thru the neighborhood and begged for these materials. Too bad manufactures in USA can no longer make elastic or even gear up to produce paper masks after several months of this pandemic. This is not the country that helped win WWII and land on the moon. Today the some people are at home working from their computers and complaining about opening golf courses, restaurants and hair salons while the "essentials" are working as police, nurses, cleaners, sewage plant operators, grocery clerks, etc. Oops did I say "essential", I mean "expendable" workers!
Thank you so much for making this video! I’ve watched several videos explaining how to sew masks. You explained how to cut and sew it. Very detailed.. Your so awesome to help and donate too ❤️ You have a new subscriber can’t wait to see what comes next!
instablaster.
Many machines have problems starting to sew from the edge. What my mom and I do, is take a scrap piece of fabric about an inch wide. Sew across the little piece, then begin sewing items. At the end, cut the little piece loose and feed it through again. You are now ready to start your next sewing piece. This works great in piecing for making quilts too. You can use the scrap piece over and over, turning in another direction or just scooting it over a bit if the thread gets too thick. Thank you for the pattern.
Oh great tip. Thanks!
I prefer over the head stug fit and no pressure on my hears.
Thanks for the volume tips! 😜 my covid coping purchase was my dream of a lifetime machine. I learned how to use it by batch sewing masks for friends and family.
Oh and 👋🏻 to a fellow Seattle-ite (I believe)
Also wondering where you get the wire. I have been using plastic-covered copper electrical wire. Nice and sturdy. What type of machine do you have? I had a pretty basic Singer, but got rid of it a several years ago and bought a Bernina 350PE. I love it! I use it for garment sewing (and now, making masks for my family).
Oh copper covered electrical wire would be great. No concern with rusting there. The place I got this wire is now sold out and am have been having a hard time finding more today. I got a Bernina 335 yesterday. I'm very excited. Have been thinking about one for a while. Now to try it out ☺️
Donna B I use floral wire, covered and non-covered, Walmart
Thank you Aranmade
Also use pony bead at the end to adjust to fit
Copper wire yeah, I was using pipe cleaners.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏☺
Thank you so much for this tutorial and pattern. I had to hand stitch one of these for myself using the kids-sized pattern so it fits right, as well as replaced the elastic with longer stretched cotton strings so it fits properly over my face and around my head scarf. Took me a whole day to do the stitching but I love it and it's really comfortable!
Thats hilarious i re listened to the HP books and finished too while sewing. I just started the green ember. Its pretty great
Ooh thanks. I'll check that out.
Very handy tutorial, thank you. Amends/remarsk: If you insert the elastic in an U-shape from top-left to bottom left (and top-right to bottom right) instead of all across the mask, you can spare the final snipping, knotting and fray-checking steps altogether. Also if you just leave the elastic right there, around neck and head, which some people prefer anyway.
Have have been given a pattern but I was not seeing how to sew it as simple as the rectangular one . Thanks to your video. I will do it your way . Any masks are better then no masks. Thanks
Anne McCaffery is a good place to start. She's an older writter, passed away a long time ago. Her series is about a planet called PERN with people who have traveled from their planet to Perm and discover amazing new world. Anne McCaffery has MANY books about the dragonriders of Pern. They can be read in any order. It may be an older series, but, I have loved her fantasy series since the 70's. Good luck and Welcome to PERN ! ! !
Super stylish mask
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What is best to use for nose piece in face mask?
Nose Bridge For Mask With Self-Adhesive:Link：www.amazon.com/gp/product/B087P36T48
Love them or hate them, masks are currently a necessity. And since we love to sew, why not make your own masks? Or make them for gifts or even to donate. And the best masks aren’t just fabric and elastic, but rather they include a metal nose bridge for a better seal. Better seals keep more droplets out, and they also keep your glasses from fogging up.
I love your transitions! The little "tap to cut" is so satisfying
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10:33 thank you for explaining this. I never knew how to deal with the threads coming apart
You don't need to do this all you have to do is back stitch
@@dcwatashi what do you mean?
@@winniethepooh8353 you use the back stitch function that seals your thread so you don't have to tie them in a knot
@@dcwatashi oh, so you would press the back stitch lever and that's it?
@@winniethepooh8353 what type of sewing machine do you have?
your video is very helpful...I have been making masks and i wanted to make other styles of mask to sew, glad i found your video. you made sewing in a curve look easy i tend go crooked. I really gotta pace myself.
Listen to the Alchemist! So good! Jeremy Irons narrates
Thanks! Putting a hold on it now :)
Use a small scrap piece to ‘start’ your stitching and you will easily be able to get going, even with the layers. I have a newish Bernina that has a dual feed and i still have to use a scrap piece to start stitching. Love the idea on how to insert the wire piece. I’ve been using the pre-made binding that you get at fabric stores and inserting the wire strip which is a lot more tedious. Also Creative Grids has made a new template with that same shape for cutting and you can easily cut multiple layers of fabric without pinning. Love that ruler!
I have a new machine still does what yours does not sure why I haven't been sewing for that long I always thought I was doing very nicely done looks great much love from Cali.
I just made my first ever creation using a sewing machine! Thank you for such a great tutorial!!
YAY!! That's great. Congratulations. Hopefully it's the first of many 😊
can you tell me why we are shortening the mask by half an inch just curious was it to big before I am assuming. Do we do the same for the smaller version and kids version???
I think it's because in the original version you fold the edge and thread the elastic through it, and in this version you sew the elastic on the edge so you don't need the extra fabric to fold it over. I THINK! ☺️
I watched this video this morning & then literally cut my finger with a rotary cutter about 3 hours later! 😭 Luckily it wasn’t nearly as bad as it could have been. Take it from me, BE CAREFUL! Lol. Can’t wait to try this (new to me) style for masks! Thank you!
Great tutorial Aranmade. Though I'm using a slightly different pattern with a pocket for a filter that I added an inner lining to, I also have been making my masks in batches. Only I call it assembly line instead of a batch and sausage instead of chain. I would recommend a thread cutter like the one from Sunflower Quilt. It speeds cutting the masks apart. I do the same as you do too by using the original piece of elastic to measure and cut the rest and folding the seams away from the opening for ease of adding the wire. I really like the way you tie the threads before turning. Great tip!
Olive I’ve been doing the batch sewing too, I just call it my daisy chain!
☺ What a cute name for it. I loved making daisy chains when I was a little girl.
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@@nerinabuffon7015 I'm not sure what that means. It looks like just a comma.
Thank you. I love the chain stitching and how neatly your completed mask looks. Thanks for this tutorial.
Thank you! These are beautiful! I would like to see you model one so I can see the fit
I was hoping to see the fit as well.
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can see the love and time that went in to making video. Thank you
Probably these are not the correct expression, but I found this video beautiful. Thank you for sharing!!!
Thank you!
This is how i sew but i use 3 layers of fabric. And just turn it and sew the sides that way it holds up the shape😉. Since i dont have elastic for i leave the end open for now. Very easy and fast way to do it. Thanks for sharing, a lot of people will learn from this👍Be Safe Everyone😷
nice the only thing I would do different is the elastic, sew it instead of tying it, so you don't have a knot behind your ear.
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Great tutorial! A tip for where you have trouble starting your 1/8 " top stitch - start 1/4" or a little more in from the edge and reverse to the edge then go forward - for me it works like a charm. Thank you so much for all the tips.
Thanks! I have tried that before with that machine, but unfortunately it never worked. I finally got a new machine, and it's working like a dream.
@@aranmade What is the name and style/model number of your sewing machine? Well, I guess the both of them. I like the one you're using here. Is it the old one or the new one? If the new one does this part better, that's great. I would like to compare the two and read up on them. Thank you and great video.
A zigzag, with a short stitch length at the elastic will secure it, I have a brand new machine and have the issue, that disengages the feeddogs. I’ve been makimasks, i will start using the 3/8 seam, like that addition
Hands down the best explanations on TH-cam. You don’t over-explain, so are easily followed. Watching your work is a joy. Thank you so very much! (ps; I use a pipe cleaner folded in half for the nose piece. I take my needle nose pliers and fold the ends in to keep from tearing the fabric or causing injury to the bridge of the nose)
Pipe cleaners rust after washing.
@@rebeccawhite2582 I've been triple folding the pipe cleaners and have yet to have rust issues.
LOVE this except there's no place to insert a filter. I think I can figure something out, though. Your method actually streamlines the process & looks very neat. THANK YOU!
You can iron interfacing on the wrong site of the fabric. That's a pretty good filter that is washable and doesn't have to be replaced. Works good for me :)
Tuck in the one side but don't stick it down insert the filter through there
Great video! Easy to follow and like how you showed how to do it in batches.
Just curious as to why did you cut 1/2" from the original pattern? Love this video, by far the best batch making video yet. Thank you!
I was wondering the same thing.
Mickey Reyes the original pattern looked like it had a casing to feed the elastic through. This tutorial has the elastic sewn in so you don’t need a casing
Thanks so much for such a clear, concise way of sewing a bunch of masks at once!
A chopstick is what I use to push the corners out. Works like a charm!
Chopsticks are one of my favorite free sewing tools!
@@kellywilliams529 I don't do a lot of free sewing, but they're definitely one of my favorite tools bc they're so useful.
The kind I use are cooking chopsticks (they're like regular ones but longer). I keep a set at my sewing table so I always have one in reach when I need it!
These are the kind I use. They're really handy to cook with too!
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My machine has same starting issue...
I move forward and begin by reversing to edge and then back over and onward.
1 make nice start
Finish all threads away from edge for a cleaner finish.
I usually try and start mine further from the edge for that reason, but with this particular way of making it, you need to start at the very edge to make sure you get those extra stitches on the elastic to really secure it.
@@aranmade I do sew over and back twice over the elastic
Great video, thank you. I use my walking foot when the layers get thick. Works like a charm.
I was checking the comments to see if anyone had mentioned this - it has been my holy grail, too! I just started sewing not all that long ago and am still learning; the walking foot has been the BEST tip I have learned so far when making the masks!
Susan Cooper has a couple of books out that I enjoyed. The Bogart, The Bogart and the Monster, The Dark is Rising series, or if you like something a bit more “classic” The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings series, or of course there is Game of Thrones series.
I just listened to Circe on Audible, I really enjoyed it. The story of the goddess Circe from Greek mythology. It's a long read. Thank you for the pattern and instructions. I've got 100 to make for the local village school.
great read :)
I don't cut the elastic at the end. Just leave it like that and the person can adjust the size with a knot.
Ana Nazario is it comfy? I’m thinking about doing that
It is comfy!
Good tips, thank you. You could hold the elastic end to a candle to melt it and stop the fray, if you don’t have glue. Thanks for the tips.
Try Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series
Oh I've heard of that series but never read it. Thanks!
Looks like my library only has the ebook and not the audiobook. I put a hold on it though, since I can't sew all the time. I need to take some breaks for reading :)
Absolutely try the Outlander series. Best books I’ve ever read!
This series should have won the great American read. It came in second to kill a mockingbird which I cannot believe.
I have basically the same machine just a little newer. I got one of those 42 piece sewing foot collections that had this roller foot. That thing works better than my walking foot! You have to thread it through the foot because it doesn't have a slotted opening but it works so nice when I get to those thick seams. Now if I can just find a needle that doesn't complain. LOL!
Oh cool. I've never tried one of those feet. Right tool for the job makes such a difference.
Do you also remove 1/2" from the "smaller" size template if making the smaller ones?
That is a great question!
Hi, I was wondering the same thing and then I realized she is sewing the elastic in the mask. On the original, she added the 1/2 inch because she has to fold the ends to put the elastic. So if you are sewing the elastic in...then yes, cut 1/2 inch.
Good video-like the way you don't clip and iron the centre seams! I also use circular elastic and tie loose knot so is adjustable.