Sew With Me: Fabric Face Mask Tutorial
For the past week and a half, I have been putting my sewing machines back to good use, and sewing up fabric face masks for those in our community who are in need. I decided to do a “sew with me” video, and invite you to follow along with this fabric face mask tutorial. If you are looking for a short, quick and to the point instruction list, I suggest you read my blog post. The video is about 18:30 minutes long, and I realize that’s probably longer than most people want to spend watching a “how-to”. HOWEVER, I know some of you like to hear things explained in detail, and could use the step by step by step process. Either way, I had fun creating this video for y’all, and hope it can be helpful!
Materials Needed
100% cotton fabric – cut 15″ x 7.5″
Bias strips – cut 2″ x 7″ approx
Lightweight wire (floral wire or twist tie) – 6.5″
(2) 1/4″ elastic pieces – 10″ each
Instructions (This is a basic summary. For more details, please watch video at bottom of this post!)
Serge short sides of fabric.
Fold right sides together, and match up serged edges.
Mark 1.5″ from each outer edge and stitch.
Press seam open and turn right side out. Top stitch along one edge.
Measure 1/2″ from seam line on the side not topstitched and press.
Stitch around all 3 sides.
Add wire in top pocket and stitch closed.
Create pleats and stitch sides to hold in place.
Apply bias and insert elastic through casing.
Wear proudly or pass on to someone in need!
*Also as a disclaimer, please know that these are not guaranteed to 100% block out any virus or bacteria. They are for barrier prevention only. It is recommended to insert an approved filter in the pocket for better results.
I have spent the greater part of the last 10 years of my life at my sewing machine. My grandma taught me how to sew at a young age, but I didn’t truly start sewing on my own until right after Taylor was born. I wanted to create dresses and outfits for her, and my grandma would come over once a week to sew with me. After a couple years of creating items for my family, I decided to open an Etsy shop. It took off in ways I couldn’t have imagined, and soon became a full time business. I ran my online sewing and embroidery boutique for almost 7 years (The Pink Rose Boutique). Sewing and creating is a pastime that requires patience, but is therapeutic to me in so many ways. Seeing a piece of fabric go from nothing to something, is always so amazing to me. I am grateful to have the chance to use my skill to bless others, and give back in a special way. If you know someone in need, please feel free to comment below, or share my contact information with them.
If you make a mask using my tutorial please tag me on Facebook or Instagram! Be blessed my friends!
