Hello Shiny Crafty People! Welcome back! Today I'm making a SUPER COMFORTABLE mask that doesn't put pressure on your ears. The elastic goes around the back of the head and is perfect for people with hearing aids, glasses, missing ears, or sensitive ears!
Before you make this one, go to the channel for Estadistica Datos del Mundo here on YouTube and watch the video about this template: https://youtu.be/zMoBgfPJpRQ
She shows you how to draft the pattern in the video, but more importantly, she's added links in her description to the different size templates that you can print out! Go check out her channel and all her other masks videos too and show her some LOVE!
And here is her video to show how to make it!
https://youtu.be/EZiJRaLD8VI
Here's what else you need, after you get the template:
Three layers of fabric (or two, if you don't want to add the filter pocket)
Matching thread (if desired, or plain if not)
Elastic
Silicone toggle for the elastic (if desired)
Iron
Sewing Machine
Scissors
Rotary Cutter (if desired)
Freezer Paper (NOT wax paper - that's different)
Here's where I buy my elastic: https://www.amazon.com/Elastic-Shed-Protector-Handmade-Stretch/dp/B088DB6JQ8/ref=pd_bxgy_img_3/135-9829016-6648851?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B088DB6JQ8&pd_rd_r=6950ef25-4315-471a-9e5e-598c89a4c6b5&pd_rd_w=4Ywwi&pd_rd_wg=NE2zn&pf_rd_p=f325d01c-4658-4593-be83-3e12ca663f0e&pf_rd_r=PBAB9H4HK2EX6TVDDGC8&psc=1&refRID=PBAB9H4HK2EX6TVDDGC8
Here's where I buy my silicone toggles: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08D6HCTB9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
If I'm not recording a video, I can make one of these masks in less than 10 minutes. And they're quite gratifying to make AND very comfortable to wear!
MY REVIEW:
I rate this mask a 9/10 for comfort, ease of construction, and effectiveness.
Have fun making this comfortable mask, and until next time, Stay Crafty!!