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Sew a Fabric Face Mask with Opening for Filter and Drawstring Casings

Written By The Birch Cottage on Sunday, Apr 12, 2020 | 10:33 AM

 
Learn how to sew a fabric face mask with an opening for a removable filter. Help prevent the spread of germs by wearing a fabric face mask. What makes this face mask tutorial different from others is that it uses a casing for the drawstring or elastic. I think this makes the mask easier to put on and take off. For details on how to put on and take off a face mask, see this video: https://youtu.be/PjErfsLowww SUPPLIES: According to an independent study, “The best masks were constructed of two layers of heavyweight "quilters cotton" with a thread count of at least 180, and had thicker and tighter weave.” Please keep this in mind when selecting fabric for your face masks. - cotton fabric for front of mask (main fabric), cut 7"H x 10"W - cotton fabric for back of mask (contrast fabric), cut 7"H x 10"W - 1/4” wide elastic cord, cut 28" - 1/4" wide ribbon or extra fabric for strings, cut 58" - scissors, rotary cutter, cutting mat and acrylic ruler - cotton thread - safety pin - sewing machine - steam iron WRITTEN TUTORIAL: https://www.thebirchcottage.com/sew-a-fabric-face-mask/ BIAS TAPE TUTORIAL: https://youtu.be/9TxwfCWGUkY Blog: https://www.thebirchcottage.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBirchCott... Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/thebirchbarn Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/birchcottage... Twitter: https://twitter.com/thebirchcottage This post may contain affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Get all of my favorite crochet, sewing, crafting and cooking supplies here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/birchcottageblog/ My video equipment: Camera: https://amzn.to/38EnXVd Lens: https://amzn.to/2Gqdilc