Who’s looking at your nails? I’m looking at the beautiful kind heart that is sharing instead of selling. The one that is helping to save lives.

@kathleenbrown3180

4 жыл бұрын

Amen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@Itsvladiadams

4 жыл бұрын

Yassss

@marystephens9244

4 жыл бұрын

You'd be surprised how petty people can be. KZread Trolls!!

@mykindofwonderful8419

4 жыл бұрын

100%!!!!! Yr nails just goes to show that yr doing what u should be doing and STAYING HOME😂😂 That makes u part of the SOLUTION, NOT THE PROBLEM💜💜💜

@maielamin9210

4 жыл бұрын

Hello I did mine today love it .Thank you very much for the simple tutorial. Stay safe

Thank you for your time to put this out. I’ve been making some for those in our congregation who are more fragile. It’s so wonderful to know our sewing community is pulling together for those who are there for us when we need them most.

@AlejandraMezaDIY

4 жыл бұрын

Marcela Abarca kzread.info/dash/bejne/npmCppqHiZPWZ5c.html

@deathasafetish

4 жыл бұрын

Marcela Abarca u guys need to not congregate during this time ....

I am in health care working at the veterans hospital and we are severely short on mask for our employees in direct patient care. I’ve been searching for tutorials in making mask for my coworkers and myself. This is BY FAR the best I’ve come across. Thank you so much for taking the time to doing this.

@MimiGStyleshow

4 жыл бұрын

Laurie McDaniel Thank you so much!

@nadinebarrettbee4454

4 жыл бұрын

I agree the best tutorial Thanks very much.

@ivymuir7629

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for helping out everyone such as patients and employees. God bless you

@kamerynk6064

4 жыл бұрын

Mimi G Style can u do ties instead of elastic since elastic is sold out

@JAM-hw7rh

4 жыл бұрын

Mimi G Style, do you have a pattern for children? Thanks!

Mimi, Thanks Doll. Never heard you talk about sewing in such a serious tone. This is one of the best simple masks ever. As for your nails. We're all in the same boat! LOL!

We had a brand new sewing machine sitting in storage for 6 years! Just took it out. Watch your video and have made 10 mask so far! Thanks!

Just a little info for ANYONE saying they can't do this. #1, I am 49 and never once have I ever stepped foot into a Joann fabric store before, #2 after watching this video I went and got materials, to give it a try. I got home, and we have one of those teeny tiny little purple and white sewing machines, I have never even plugged one of those in before. I watched another video on how to use that darn thing, after a while getting the string ran through 17 places you can't see with a microscope, I freehand drew the same pattern Mimi showed, I was making 4 masks, so I cut out the pattern, and made all the patterns on the backside of the materials, cut them all out and started putting the 1st one together. Fed the 3/4 elastic though the sides, 3/4 was all the store had.. and I am hear to tell you, it came out really good. My wife is an RN and an educator for nursing, she was super impressed when she got home and seen it. Now, I will say this, make 1 at a time, I messed up and cut out all of them at once to get that part over with, the pattern I drew was a perfect fit for my wife, it is too small for my melon so I will be making bigger ones. Awesome video, thank you very much Mimi. Everyone stay safe and have a great day!!

@TruthSeekerNC

4 жыл бұрын

Congratulations to you for simply trying! Thank you for helping and please thank your wife for her service. Stay safe. ♥️🙏🏼

@bdazzleddesigns9219

4 жыл бұрын

Nice work!

@watsmaster9402

4 жыл бұрын

What measurements did u use to make yr own mask as i cannot print out mimig pattern please.

@christineturnquest4338

4 жыл бұрын

ITSJBTV v c

@ITSJBTV

4 жыл бұрын

@@watsmaster9402 Sorry, I didn't get a notification you asked this. I free hand drew the pattern she had, I paused the video and noticed the pattern was a little bigger than her head, the 1st mask was perfect for my wife, I needed bigger for mine. I know this doesn't help, that's just how I did it.

Thank you, Mimi. I ironed cotton fusible interfacing on to my linings and they are breathable but warm. I don't know how many I have made since Monday but I know a lot of people in the medical and customer service industry and people such as myself who are immunocompromised and we really appreciate your free pattern and tutorial.

I want to say thank you, one for the free pattern and two for motivating me to get behind a sewing machine again. I grew up with my parents owning 3 garment factories and 3 clothing stores, all in Manhattan and the Bronx. As a child, I used to sit with all our employees and look at what they were doing. I sat with pressers, sewers on single needle and double needle machines, merrow machines, button hole machines, and others. We had all types of attachments and lots of specialty equipment. We specialized in party dresses for little girls, sizes ranging up to 14. My mom never wanted me to learn to sew, she used to yell at me when she'd see me sitting and sewing. This was over 30 years ago... And you motivated me to pull out my old machine from the attic and get to making masks. Thanks Mimi G... Good luck to you and your family.

@MaryWehmeier

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry to think you're mom was wrong. But My husband and my family had a similar situation to yours. I learned to cut and draft patterns very young. It turned out to be my salvation these days as I make custom costumes for dancers and skaters.

I just wanted to tell you that I am 35 years old man quite begginer with sewing machine and just today I took my flatmate sewing machine and I did 4!!! the first one was not very good but still does the job and the other ones are quite fine. Thanks so much was very easy and actually fun to do it.

@debralester7867

4 жыл бұрын

I tried also, and my first one was just ok. When I get home I’m going to check for shortages in my HT hospital. I made two more. And my daughter is a nurse and she said they were good. Better than nothing. I also put interfacing in mine.

@michelewalburn4376

4 жыл бұрын

I'm a 49 year old lady. I'm using fabric glue as much as possible. I can not see at all

@isaiahfiftythree5334

4 жыл бұрын

Well done.

@getskilledalot3834

4 жыл бұрын

@@debralester7867 remember when "better than nothing" was an insult? lol

@YallAintRight

4 жыл бұрын

I have a late 40’s divorced male friend. When his ex moved out, she left the machine. Lucky guy! He made this mask and now I’m sharing it with another friend. To quote him, if you told me a year ago I’d be sewing on a machine, I’d tell you you were nuts. Good on you!

Mimi, just wanted to say THANK YOU for this pattern and tutorial. I've tried several different kinds of masks and this by far the best fitting. I'm still sewing and donating thanks to you! Appreciate your generosity in sharing and stay safe!

I just wanted to say thank you so much. I have made 5 masks already! Handing them out to family and friends. I have never used a sewing machine until now and have found a new passion! God bless you and your family.

This is hands down the simplest, fastest mask I’ve seen using the least amount of fabric. Way better with the overhead elastic too. Thanks!

A suggestion I read was to make the inside a plain fabric, leaving the printed pattern on one side only. The reason was if the mask is taken off it’s very clear inside versus outside. Prevents the person from putting it on and having the contaminated outside against the face.

@amberdwn

4 жыл бұрын

very smart

@sooniekchoi8398

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly! I made inside with a softer material, used old handkerchief. Feels great!!!

@sophiaoldford7806

4 жыл бұрын

I've done the same. I have some organic cotton and it feels much nicer against the skin. Thanks for a great tutorial!!

@tavoboyd2780

4 жыл бұрын

Actually, the folded edge that houses the elastic should give it away as to which way is the inside and which is the outside. I also added in between the two fabric a filter fabric so that there is added protection against viruses.

@350BMW09

4 жыл бұрын

You can also use fusible interfacing.

To anyone who's having an issue with the nose part fitting I ended up using a paperclip to bend into a nose bridge shape (I couldnt find wire) and put it inside the mask to hold it down. This also helped stop my glasses from fogging up as much :) I wrapped duct tape around the ends of the wire and used a lighter to smooth it out to keep the rough ends from ripping the fabric. Thank you so much for the printable! It has made life SO much easier.

AMAZING!!!! I'm a nurse and my facility ran out of masks and told us we could use cloth masks...for now. anyway, i've made about 7, give or take. a new one for everyday of the week, if needed. i even made a couple for my husband who needed one for work. Thank you so much for sharing. it's amazing.

Thank you for this pattern! I don't sew, don't have a sewing machine, and didn't have any material or elastic. But, I do have a needle and thread and my husband owned ONE cotton/linen shirt (rest are woven polo shirts or t-shirts) and I had tennis shoes with shoelaces. It took me a day of hand sewing but I successfully made a mask! Tomorrow I'll start on the second one. This pattern, even for a non-sewer, is pretty easy! Thank you, thank you!

I’ve watched so many videos trying to find a simple effective mask tutorial with the straps wrapping around the whole head and your video was the only one that meet my need ! THANK YOU !!!

I have a silhouette cameo so I downloaded it to my desktop, then merged into the canvas. I then released compound, traced and detached and have a perfect cut pattern. For the insert I erased the part not needed, inserted it into the top/outside and reduced measurement. I'm doing 2 insert layers for extra protection. This sure helped on cutting and as needed I can up-size/down-size pattern according to face size. Thanks Mimi for another great and easy free pattern and lesson.

I simply cannot thank you and Brittany Jones enough for the collaboration. I have been at my sewing machine for several days using KZread "patterns" and ideas. This is just about the best and easiest so far. Thank you.

Making my personal masks. I came back here for the length of the elastic. And what got my attention was your free trial for your sewing academy. This is such a great opportunity for folks...not only for making masks, but to introduce this wonderful life skill to them. Thank you so much sharing your talents! You are quite amazing! Stay safe.....

Thank you! I was actually admiring your nails and thinking that pink would like nice on my fingers too. The pattern looks great, just printed it. I can’t wait to get started tomorrow. You have a kind heart!

I am a nurse and I sew and I was just thinking about making these for my community of nurses and neighbors Thank You!

@naturallymemarie9650

4 жыл бұрын

@@Ladyblogtest she could wash them and sanitize them before hand, either way something is better than nothing.

@thesewingbratt966

4 жыл бұрын

It's been my understanding that those donated mask will be bleached by the hospitals BEFORE they are issued to the staff.

@TheFabulousLV

4 жыл бұрын

NaturallyMeMarie hmmm 🤔 no!

@naturallymemarie9650

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheFabulousLV you have a better idea? Like I said anything is better than nothing.

@ladydylana

4 жыл бұрын

Can I share this to my Facebook page. I knit and crochet mostly and just got back into sewing and will make a few my family with material I have already. Anything is better than nothing. Thank you.

You are greatly appreciated! I hadn’t sewn in years, yet your video had me up until 1 am making mask for people! Now I just need to do some curb side shopping because I used all the elastic I had. Grateful I had material for quilting! Prayers and blessings for you and family!

Just discovered you in the land of KZread and feel instantly in love with you! I actually just binged watched your channel for about two hours☺️ Thank you for sharing your light and sewing expertise! Gonna sign up for your academy ASAP😍🧵😍

Mimi G..... On behalf of the sewing community I belong to and all the groups as well.. Thank you for your time patience and experience folded in generosity.... You are amazing!

@AlejandraMezaDIY

4 жыл бұрын

Sew Pink A.Williams kzread.info/dash/bejne/npmCppqHiZPWZ5c.html

@samecharlotte3935

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@Juli-pr6jj

4 жыл бұрын

Do you know any website we could purchase the requires type of fabric? I'm in LA and the fabric district is closed.

@RhondasPlayground

4 жыл бұрын

AlUruyue u c Meza y

@sharoncoleman5493

4 жыл бұрын

@@Juli-pr6jj equilter.com or fabric.com are two that I use, there are many more

Today I sewed 2 masks for my son using your pattern. The fit and size were perfect for his needs. I am so grateful to you for publishing the pattern and demonstrating the instructions. I used thin round elastic as that was all I could find to purchase. It worked great when I adapted it to ear loops instead of over the head. Once again, thanks for the flexible pattern.

@Shatara_Styles

4 жыл бұрын

Did you happen to get the measurements by any chance, for thos with no access to a printer? Thanks

Thank you so much for the pattern. Have spent hours looking for an easy one and after wearing the "No Sew" folded bandanna and hair ties over my ears, I knew I had to find something more comfortable. I have been sewing for almost 60 years and the directions were great for those who don;t sew or do sew. Thank you and stay safe.....

Thanks for such a simple tutorial! I found my old sewing machine at my parents house and made 50 rudimentary face masks but I wasn't entirely satisfied with the design. I spent a ton of time looking for videos that gave straight forward directions and also had a link with measured dimensions. (I don't have a printer.) Yours is by far the best I've seen yet. I had two yards of fabric and cut out enough material to make 21 masks! I've been donating to different businesses around my neighborhood and I hope to keep donating to essential workers. Also, I was at Joann's Fabrics picking up some fabric when I overhead one of the employees say "Can you believe some woman walked in her saying we're not an essential business? Does she not realized that everyone and anyone with a sewing machine is making masks?"

Thank you! My daughter who is an RN has no masks at her hospital. Gettin out the dusty sewing machine! Be safe!

@joaniedorsey6116

4 жыл бұрын

I'm making for my niece in the same situation.

I bet if you left the middle seam of the liner open you could slide in one of those P 100 filters

@troylinegriffin3268

4 жыл бұрын

I put it in between the two fabrics.

This is my 1st sewing project ever, thx Mimi! I have my aunt a sewing pro helping me but so far this has been easy to do. So grateful for you!

Mimi thank you so much for being on time and sharing!!! I am definitely sharing this video with my mom and aunts and everyone. I have the materials you mentioned and will work on making masks this weekend! Continue to be blessed 💕💕

Exactly the reason you stated is the reason to make and wear one! When you have to do essential shopping and you need to remind yourself to keep your social distance and not touch your face. When things were looking ominous more than a week ago I put a small spray bottle of alcohol in the car and I use it to spray the supermarket cart handle and anywhere I might touch. For years I have been conscious of the fact that you pick up colds and the flu from the supermarket. Mimi G keeps it ‘fashionable’.

I’ve watched a few different videos on how to make these masks and I have to say that yours is the easiest to follow, and also appears to take the least amount of time. I am going to give a try at home, thank you!

@heavenismyhome

4 жыл бұрын

Roberta, LoL, so true. the ones with pleats drove me crazy trying to get them even and the dang elastic kept sneaking out. hers is VERY easy. ;) Mimi's are very comfortable. ones that go over your ears hurt. my neighbor told me. gave 5 to her, she works at the mental intitution, but DIL works in maternity, and they don't get checked first.. have to help keep her safe. these masks are better than nothing, even though some people say they don't help. I think they will. † ♥

Ive made over a hundred masks with this pattern for healthcare and essential workers as well as friends and family in need. thank you so much for a perfect fitting easy pattern. God Bless You

This is GREAT!! I’m So thankful for your generous heart, connection to a broader community and willingness to help satisfy the request of those in need. 🙏🏼 You always come through for the sewing community 🙏🏼 This thing we do is truly a Labor of LOVE 💕 Blessed to be able to share that LOVE ❤️ with others. #KINGDOM 🙏🏼GOALS

I work for my local hospital system and I e made masks this weekend for our frontline provider. Yours looks awesome!!! I’ll be making it and showing our mask task force. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you so much, I made this mask but instead of doing the inside layer closed I cut it in half and made a slit so that my sister could add filters to it. And before reversing it I added jewelry wire to the top for her to be able to bend around the nose for a snugg fit. She is a nurse and needed some re washables and your pattern was easy enough for me. I’m just a beginner. Thank you soo much

@joycekoh9627

4 жыл бұрын

what a great idea. how did you secure the jewelry wire?

@ac9602

4 жыл бұрын

Joyce Koh zigzag stitch

@joycekoh9627

4 жыл бұрын

A C thank you!

@lisaharris8342

4 жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@tammytotten401

4 жыл бұрын

Where did you leave the seam open for the filter? I love that idea.

Mimi, you are the best! Thank you for encouraging others to produce and donate to our local hospitals and first responders. They need us just as much as we need them. God bless!

Amazing, I got a 20€ sewing machine, the one that looks like a toy, and I didn't expect my first try to actually yield a usable mask but it actually came out great! Excellent fit, does not gape at the sides like some of the straight pleated masks. I recommend this to any sewing novice, and thank you for providing the pattern too ! I'm amazed at how well and snug this fits onto my face. For ties I cut off the ribbons off a top, the ones that are sewed inside the shoulders to secure them onto hangers. Glad to have found a use for those things !

Best mask tutorial I've seen! Love how the elastic doesn't sit around the ears! Mahalo!

I recommend adding interfacing onto both layers on the inside to add extra protection. Joanns sent out an email with a video as well where they use interfacing but it’s a pleated mask that resembles the disposable ones. I made some for my family and a couple for my neighbors. I also added pipe cleaners for them to be able to adjust to their noses.

@dollyramphal3363

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you,this would work out wonderfully, stay safe,regards from South Africa, lockdown from Thursday midnight 🙏

Cannot thank you enough! Your 10 minutes took me 20, but second and subsequent ones were much better! I did it...THANKS TO YOUR KIND, GENEROUS SPIRIT! Bless you!

Best mask tutorial I have come across. I have made several. When using the thin 1/8” elastic I find it’s easier to just tie it in a knot and move the knot into the casing. Thank you!

Question. Can you wash them? I'm a deputy at a jail and with my next check I'm going to get a sewing machine, fabric, elastic, and thread. I have to take care of my peeps. I've never sewn before, but I'm going to learn real quick. My wife works at a hospital, they are also short on all masks. It'll be another skill id love to learn.

@saharasimpson4350

4 жыл бұрын

Darren Hall aww omg good luck

@yvygg9520

4 жыл бұрын

Best to wash the fabric first to make sure you get all shrinking out of the way. Good luck.

@FefeBeCrafting

4 жыл бұрын

Go to the Goodwill and get one of them oldest ones they are the best and east you can get one for about 5 or $10

@blackfeathercrafts

4 жыл бұрын

Of course the masks can be washed. Best to use Dreft and hot water. They won’t look as pretty after a few washes, but you will get them clean. We do that with easily soiled linens in home care. And wash them separately from other laundry!

@mediva63

4 жыл бұрын

Darren Hall I washed mine on the delicate cycle, dried partially on casual cycle, then air dried. I used 100% cotton fabric.

My brother works at Kroger’s and he asked me to make him a mask and this is the best tutorial I have found!

@reginarobertkrystyn

4 жыл бұрын

PunnyMegan I work at Whole Foods. I’m getting ready to make my own! Best wishes to your son!

@sparkasaurusdonna

4 жыл бұрын

My son is returning to work at Kroger Monday, and I wanted him to have a face mask. Best wishes for all our sons and daughters.

Mimi hi hope you are well! Tgank you so much. I bought my sewing machine 5 years ago becsuse of you and made 2 items. This was the BEST diy. I'm a bit rusty but practice makes perfect. I made one for my 78 year old mom because the 3ply do not really seal. Plus this is more comfortable than loops around ears. As soon as I find more fabric I plan to make more. Thank You❤. Oh my printer was down so I printed the pattern at the FEDEx store.

This is SO fantastic - thank you! I'm busy making these masks out of my scrap stash now that we're ALL being encouraged to wear these whenever we leave the house! Also making a bunch for our local hospital - the NICU unit where my cousin works does not need N-95's, so these are perfect to get them through this crisis when supplies are short. Bless you!

Thank you!!! Ive watched quite a tutorials to help out the healthcare professionals and like this one the most!!

@thesewingbratt966

4 жыл бұрын

There are other tutorials that are using 9" × 6" square

This is my very favorite pattern of the 412 that I've watched on youtube.

@danashaffer4229

4 жыл бұрын

same!

@virgenvargas5900

4 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣 your comment made me laugh but I agree. My favorite pattern too 😊

@jackiemayse2490

4 жыл бұрын

I know right! lol

@judithbendersky5564

4 жыл бұрын

Ally Davis - i think you just saved me a lot of time and trouble with your positive comment. Thank you

@allydavis6953

4 жыл бұрын

@@judithbendersky5564 I've made about 50 of these so far and they are so easy!

I really love this mask style. I’ve been making many masks because I’m donating to hospitals and clinics. I put more layers than one lining for extra security but this way of making it is a lot faster than my old method so thank you.

I felt like you were talking to me! I did have a sewing machine in the box in my closet never been open until a couple of days ago. I barely just got started. I got my bobbins threaded and it's ready to be used... I'm so excited I found your channel. I have made a few masks by hand for my husband. He's a critical care nurse so he likes having one to wear when he's not in his Covid 19 combat gear. I'm going to go online and sign up for your sewing academy. And btw, I love the mask you made in this video. Thank you so much!!!

Thank you for the tutorial. I’ve avoided all the patterns with a curved pattern because I’m a beginner who has only sewn in a straight line. I’m going to give this one a try! Thanks again

@dselliott9349

4 жыл бұрын

She makes it look easy, doesn't she?!

@evelynharris2792

4 жыл бұрын

Mimi I just love your site and all your patterns, You are so down to earth, I want to make your face mask but not able to print the pattern Iwill try when i get home

So reading all these comments, I would like to THANK this amazing team of ladies that came up with this pattern so we can help our healthcare workers. I'm sure it was time consuming and I appreciate you and the ability to help ME help them as well. I'm SURE after reading all your comments she NOW understands that the two colors so as NOT to reverse it causing reverse contamination. Let's move on and be kind in your comments. Holy crucification. I will be making these, thanks you Sew it online

@ironrose888

4 жыл бұрын

Patty Poulin Self-Care 101 I plan on making mine with flannel for the lining. It makes it very easy to see what is the outside or lining. I might need to change it and put more of a silky smooth cotton lining.

@melidagilbert6655

4 жыл бұрын

Patty Poulin Self-Care

This is AWESOME!!! Thank you so much for your simple pattern, excellent explanations (I'm a retired H.S. and graduate school teacher so appreciate clarity, and no babbling!) and ease of execution. I was looking for precisely what you offer here, a mask with elastic that goes on like yours does.¡Mil gracias!

Not a bad sew. I had to tweak the pattern a little for my law enforcement / muscle husband. I added an inch all around the pattern to fit his face. He said that this was the most comfortable fabric mask so far. Lots of people in the city have made and donated. Thanks for the free pattern!

I think all around the world who already got this virus on their country really tough looking for the medical needs. Including in my own country. I'm so thankful for this video... Hopefully this storm shall pass soon.

Thank You for tutorial, and your nails look fine. I love the color!! Gonna make a few this week.

Hello MimiG. I live in South Africa and have made the pleated masks. Just watched your video. Going to print the pattern and make a lot for the communities that cannot even afford food now. It looks a lot faster than the pleated one. Thanks so much for your generosity. We are all thankful to you. Have a safe and blessed day. We are all in this together.

MiMi I'm in Los Angeles along with you, I just want to thank you AGAIN for showing the mask instruction, anything your hands touch is sooooo MAGNIFICENT . YOU GO GIRL--- MIMI----- QUEEN OF THE SEWING MACHINE, Keeping it 100% love your sewing thank you !!

👋 I'M ON IT RIGHT NOW!! Bought fabric yesterday to donate the masks !!

THANK YOU SO MUCH,,, IVE MADE OVER 100 FOR MY FAMILY ( I COME FOR A FAMILY OF 8 KIDS, SO THERE IS AT LEAST 65 OF US) AND FRIENDS, YOUR FITS THE BEST. YOU ROCK GIRL,

@nanciddd4492

4 жыл бұрын

What size would you cut the elastic for kids age 2 & 8? Also, did you scale down the pattern? Thanks!

This is the best mask I’ve sewn yet! I added interfacing and a twistie tie in the nose for stability. And it doesn’t fog my glasses! Thanks for the tutorial.

I just finished sewing mine! I used a silky/satin-y polyester for the inside lining because I’m prone to rashes on my face from masks and it’s SO comfortable! Thank you for making this pattern for us! It fits great and I loved getting the sewing machine back out tonight!

Love this pattern, especially after trying several other patterns. This pattern has great coverage on the face, no need for a nose wire, no need for pleats. The only adjustment I had to make was often people needed at least 27+ inches for the elastic or they felt it was too tight (bigger heads and big hair etc to account for)

@crystalguerra2369

4 жыл бұрын

mizmada thanks for your comment I’m making a few sizes. Can you share the sizes of elastic you used for large, med, small?

First time ever touching a sewing machine and I did this mask almost flawlessly, thank you so much for the pattern and tutorial wish I knew how to post a picture

@erakinasworkshop

4 жыл бұрын

Hello! How did you access the pattern?

@TheLoveweaver

4 жыл бұрын

@@erakinasworkshop it's in the description box of the video

Thank you so much for this pattern. I went ahead and tweaked mine a bit by adding a 3rd layer as a filter pocket and a little slot for the bendy strip. Plus ties instead of elastic bands. You are the best.

I have watched about 20 face mask videos and tried 3 different types. This is the easiest to sew , most elegant pattern for a cloth mask. THANK YOU

I work at a grocery store and I'm around alot of people. I thought I could make one for me and my mom. She is elderly and needs a mask to prevent her from getting sick. So I got on KZread and looked and saw your video. I had to watch it several times to make sure I got it right. After it was made I was so excited cause I haven't sewed in years. I'm not expert but this was fun. I sewed it all by hand and it took awhile but I'm happy with the product. Thank you for posting.

I was just about to ask if you could do a tutorial. I just bought some fabric, I plan on making some for nursing homes and my local EMT.

@Nana-nx1xn

4 жыл бұрын

www.craftpassion.com/face-mask-sewing-pattern/

@MsTrishdelish

4 жыл бұрын

I did the same today.its perfect timing

@AlejandraMezaDIY

4 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/npmCppqHiZPWZ5c.html

I cannot thank you enough for this post. I know how to use a sewing machine, but I am very much a novice. I made one of these for my wife and she love them much better than the basic CDC behind the ear design. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and stay safe. :)

Thank you Mimi! I am one of those who has a sewing machine but have nor sewn since I was a kid. It’s been on my to-do list to learn again. I will be trying your sew-it academy and learning to make masks.

I would recommend sew in a thin wire on the top middle (around 10 cm long) so you can shape it around your nase.

@Nana-nx1xn

4 жыл бұрын

I made this last week and used a large paper clip cut to 4" and curled in the ends, used a zipper front and sewed as close as I could. Hubby said it worked.

@SirenaSpades

4 жыл бұрын

A piece of pipe cleaner, a bread tie, a piece of wire ribbon, plant tie thingies...

@cooperalisa

4 жыл бұрын

Lyric Smith a paper clip is really hard. A cut pipe cleaner would work better. Also in a pinch, bread ties sewn between fabric on bridge of nose.

@Aqueenlee

4 жыл бұрын

Lyric Smith go look at the Fabric Patch channel they walk thru how. Once u see it you will understand

@SGRmoss

4 жыл бұрын

@Lyric Smith the curled bits at the ends are to prevent the cut wire from poking out of the mask/poking the person's face.

Thanks Mimi, I am going to make a bunch of these. I have a neighbor who is at a super high risk, a daughter working in a nursing home, and a son in law who works as an EMT. I’m also making some for hospitals, praying they never have to resort to using them.

@sparky10901

4 жыл бұрын

Just an FYI, this won't actually protect against the virus. It *might* keep someone from spreading it, but offers no protection.

@MsTrishdelish

4 жыл бұрын

Same. My plan is to make it with the opening to slip in the n95 masks they are reusing in the hospitals so that it stays cleaner and it feels a little less gross to use.

@elizenolte4687

4 жыл бұрын

Those N95 masks are very scaring looking. The cloth ones can be sewn in many wonderful quilting cottons that can be cheery for the HCW and patient. Yes we know its not the real thing but with the crises in reusing and extending the masks, this can be a game changer. It can be the fairy wings to extend the life of the N95, Lets be positive. many years ago, people thought the brother where stupid to invent the flying machine. In this case the supersonic needs it fairly wings to keep going.

I just made one of these masks and this pattern is awesome! So snug and comfortable. Thank you for suggesting quilting fabric too--it's light but tightly-woven enough to pass the "blow" test. I need to adjust the pattern slightly for my fiancee since his face is longer and this mask slips down his face when he talks a lot. Thanks so much Mimi!

I love the sound of your sewing machine in your tutorial...it is humming to your joyful heart. Thank you for your lesson

Excellent! The only thing I would add is a steel 18 cage wire sowed into the mask to sit on the bridge of the nose. Then, just need to pinch it to follow the natural nose bridge curve for even a tighter fit. And, wear safety construction shattering eye glasses for full face protection. It should also be washed daily with a mixture of bleach and water (1-9 = 1oz of bleach + 9oz of warm/hot water for 10oz of fuild. Wash for a few minutes by hands and rinse with hot water and hang it to let it dry). Just my thoughts!

Mimi I love your pattern. I altered it by cutting 2 of the small pieces, hemed one smaller to add a filter hopefully. I don’t know how to share my photos.

@daysiablue7547

4 жыл бұрын

Deborah Midkiff Wish I could see how you did that.

@sarasallam78

4 жыл бұрын

Great idea , would love to see how you did it , will appreciate if you can show us a photo

I just want to say thank you for having a printable pattern and showing me how to sew it, now i need to knock out a couple hundred for our city workers. thanks so much

I have made a few styles and this has been the best one. I like how you showed how to add the ribbon at the end too so you can do either behind the ear or double tied in the back of the head, thanks so much for showing this. This has been my best looking mask by far

Thank you so much for supplying the pattern and the instructions at no cost. And, thank you , yes, for your kindness and concern

Quick Tip: when pinning, try to only pin in the perimeter 1/4" of the fabric so that you do not put pin holes in the part of the fabric that is meant to keep out the microscopic virus. Your face mask looks great. Thanks for sharing with us.

@heatherfyffe3618

4 жыл бұрын

Honestly it doesn't make much difference. The fabric already has holes in the weave that the microscopic virus can get through. Masks are intended to block droplets that the virus tends to attach to, not free-floating viruses. Once a garment is finished, pin holes tend to disappear. For instance, when it's washed, the weave re-tightens around the pinhole. Otherwise, all of our homemade garments and accessories would be full of pinholes all the time. But even if your particular fabric holds on to those pinholes, they are not going to make enough of a difference in the functioning of the mask to be worth being concerned about.

Mahalo nui, many thanks, from Hawai'i! This is such an amazing tutorial! I work for an airline and plan to make a few for my coworkers, myself. If I do well, I will further my part by making them for the community. Aloha Mimi G and mahalo nui to those not making Hawai'i your "quarancation" by staying home. Stay home and be well everyone!

Hey Mimi Thanks for sharing your mask pattern. A coworker shared it with me, I made masks for my husband's medical coworkers, and my immunosuppressed Mama, who shared the pattern with her ladies Bible group. There is no telling how many people will benefit from your pattern! The fit is great and it is easy to wear. Thanks again. Stay safe.

Mimi, for those without printers, could you add the measurements to the paper you show on the video for the printable mask? Since we don't have a printer we could copy your measurements. Please

@deborahcross739

4 жыл бұрын

That’s what I’m waiting on

@designwishesbypamela

4 жыл бұрын

I measured the pattern pieces. Here are the measurements I took. The measurement for the fashion fabric pattern piece is 6.5" from the top point to the bottom edge and 6" from the widest curve of the mask to the side.for the side casing, that measures 1" from the side edge. On the facing pattern piece, from the top point to the bottom edge 6.5" and from the widest curve of the mask to the side 4.5"

@ebonyluvantony

4 жыл бұрын

designwishesbypamela thank you so much 😊

@emilywong4601

4 жыл бұрын

You could measure your face with a piece of string or yarn.

@hiphatter

4 жыл бұрын

Why not scale the PDF until the casing equals 1" (as given by designwishesbypamela) and then trace with printer paper. Having said that, this pattern doesn't have to be super accurate as we all have different faces and might want to modify the pattern anyway.

Made 4 & they look/ feel real good. I added a third layer for a pocket to be able to insert/ replace a HEPA filter material for extra protection. Thank You

I am soooo glad I found you!!! Being quarantined and bored at home, I started looking at so many videos on making face masks. I thought, hmmm🤔 that looks like fun and fairly easy. Not knowing anything about sewing, I took the plunge and invested in a sewing machine.😁 I received it last week, but had no idea what to do with it.😩 I kind of figured it out by watching a beginners tutorial on the beginner sewing machine I had purchased. I felt a little more confident, just a little .... my material kept bunching up at the beginning and the bottom bobbin thread kept getting tight, ugh! I started to get a little frustrated.😖 Anyway, when it came to start sewing the masks (following a tutorial) I was all thumbs. It was much more difficult than I thought.😳 All these ladies made it seem so easy.😫 I almost gave up, but didn’t. Then I found you.🙌🏼 Thank goodness! I will definitely look into your free classes so I can do this. Thank you so much for this tutorial and for your free classes.👍 Stay healthy and safe😷 Wish me luck.🙏

@Wrightn221

4 жыл бұрын

The class is free for 7 days. I’m signed up for paid classes, and It is worth every dollar. I have not sewn in years, and this video has made me sew more. She’s an awesome instructor. She was born to do this.

MIMI, thanks so much for this video and pattern! Your seriousness caught my attention. But you are so “matter of fact“ funny too!!Thanks for helping me to re-discover sewing. I learned to sew at the young age of 9! I am now 60 years old and discovered that I still got skills! I purchased a new Singer machine about 2 week ago and have been sewing ever since! I have made masks for family, friends and strangers! Your pattern is so easy! I can’t wait to start making summer outfits. I have subscribed and big thumbs up to you girl! PEOPLE break out and dust off those machines! You CAN DO IT!Continued Blessing!

I made mine with a opening for a filter. It makes them triple layer plus the filter. It keeps more bacteria out.

@biyanna1

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I did too.

@overdalimit

4 жыл бұрын

Do you have a pic?

@TruthSeekerNC

4 жыл бұрын

Can you please share how you added the pocket? I like the snug fit of this mask better but not sure exactly how to add the pocket. I want to make some to send to our hospitals. abookloversretreat1@gmail.com

@stathisefstathiou7275

4 жыл бұрын

what did u use for filter?

@TexasBluebonnets22

4 жыл бұрын

Flghtlss yes please tell us how you created the pocket? Did you leave the side of the liner open?

I've watched a ton of diy face mask and this is the First one that Didn't intimate me . I hope I'm able to get started ASAP

Ain’t no one can see your nails for all that gorgeous bling! Thanks for doing this....so easy.

I have a sewing machine I have never touched. I watched KZread after KZread video, in search of someone with a tutorial like yourself. Thanks for your unselfishness in sharing.

If you are watching this for the first time, the instructions start at 4:30

@loridaniel1718

4 жыл бұрын

🙌🏼🙇🏻‍♀️🙌🏼🙇🏻‍♀️🙌🏼🙇🏻‍♀️

@violetautumnanderson

4 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh, thank you!!!!!

@muffemod

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks yo!

@gimygaming8655

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@H20fanatic20

4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it

I love how the elastic is behind your head rather than ears.

I have looked any 1000 tutorials and this is the first one that makes perfect sense! Thank you so much! God bless you.

I've watched SO many mask making videos, and tried several. This one is by far the best. Thank you Mimi G!

Thank you for your video! I just finished my first one and it looks just like yours except I added a layer of Pellon 950F Fusible Nonwoven Interfacing. I purchased it at JoAnns Fabrics for $1.99 a yard. You make it so easy to do and it fits perfectly 😊

God bless you for doing this! There are so many people in need right now.

@AlejandraMezaDIY

4 жыл бұрын

TheTalldiva kzread.info/dash/bejne/npmCppqHiZPWZ5c.html

I am so happy that I came across your site. I am not good at winging a pattern and have visited site that say they have free pattern but really don’t. Thank you - I easily printed yours and now will sew along with you!

Thank you. Glad I found it here. I couldn't believe that Mybluprint added your video but won't let you have the pattern without a paying for a current membership! I am appalled that they would do that at a time like this. Thank you for putting this video up and for your willingness to share the pattern freely.