FACE MASK PATTERNS AND INSTRUCTIONS
Why make face masks? First email from Kathy McNeil:www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEHU0U4TQXc
What a troubled time we are living through. My oldest daughter is the assistant manager of the hospitalist team at my old hospital. Hospitals in Seattle and around the country are begging for people to make masks. Many hospitals have already run out: see guidelines below.
“Prior to modern disposable masks, washable fabric masks were standard use for hospitals,” said Dawn Rogers, MSN, RN, FNP-C, Patient Safety & Infection Prevention Office in a release to media. “We will be able to sterilize these masks and use them repeatedly as needed. While it’s less than ideal, we want to do our best to protect our staff and patients during this pandemic.”
Video#1- how to make a face mask (from Deaconess)
The face mask pattern pdf shown in the video from Deaconess (from
theturbanproject.com)
Video#2- larger face mask using twist ties or pipe cleaners for fitting better around nose area
Update 3/28/20: Click here for face mask drop off location info from Sequim Gazette article
Misc information from members- scroll down for newest updates
3/21/20:
From Doree
From Clallam County's Emergency Operation Center:
Sewing of Masks:
For those who have the ability, interest and skill here is a link to a mask sewing pattern which you can make at home: https://www.craftpassion.com/face-mask-sewing-pattern/
There is such a shortage of masks that we will be most grateful to those who can make some. Although we understand they may not be as effective as surgical masks or N95 masks they do provide some valuable level of protection, which will be much appreciated by those who get to use them. Masks can be delivered to the EOC at the courthouse, or if you give the information line a call we can probably arrange for them to be collected.
This was posted on Facebook by The Sequim Gazette
from Martha Scott
My input on what mask I believe is better is the first mask I made with elastic around back of head and behind the neck to keep it tight I also have put the pipe cleaners and double them for a more secure fit. I did the second type with the elastic around ears but the dimensions for the elastic are too long in my opinion so I will only make the rest as the first pattern. I do like the ability to use ties and will do that when I run out of elastic as I’m not going out shopping.
(later message)...
Thank you for reiterating how to make masks, my only comment is...OMG pick a system and start making mask any one of the many patterns work, they are needed badly, my neighbors both surgeons in Seattle told me that head and chin straps are the best along with the nose pipe cleaners, they know that they are not surgical substitutes but anything is better than nothing.
Happy mask making😊
Martha
from Bonnie Cauffman
Mine without pipe cleaners seem to fit fine. I'm doing elastic around ears…
from Mary L
FYI the CDC says prefers elastic around ears. Beth L. send me information from CDC to clarify.
From hospital website- alternative to elastic
If elastic is not available, fabric ties can be sewn on the mask. There will need to be 4 ties (one tie on each of the 4 corners). Ties should be approx. ¼ inch in width, sewn in such a way that there are no frayed edges, and long enough to be tied into a bow on the top of the head (for the top corner and behind the head for the bottom corner).
3/22/20:
Advice from hospital website- wash and dry your fabric before sewing so that the layers don't shrink unevenly when washed at the hospital. If you've already sewn your mask you can wash/dry it at home to make sure it will work.
from Martha Scott:
I found out on several sites that is better to use polyester or cotton/polyester and light fibrics because the heavir=er they are the more sweat condenses that is a good brreading for the virus, for those making masks for yourselves make several so that can be washesd in hot water after use, I'm been told by my friends that you should not wear a mask all the time unless going out or if there is a family member with a cold, etc. Regarding packages that you receive wear gloves and glasses if you have them wipe box with desigfectant outdoors and dispose of the packaging outside, several hours in the sun or outside should kill the virus, then you can dispose them in the trash. I hope this helps but in any case follow your own instincts and stay safe.
From Diane Davis:
Please remember the Forks hospital as they are also in need of masks and gowns.
3/23/20
From Dee Swender
Dee is making her masks with a sleeve for the pipe cleaner (or twist tie) -- so that it can be removed if necessary for washing the mask. She cuts the fabric 2 1/2" by 4 1/2" then hems and sews it around 3 sides:
3/25/20 From Judy Richey
Reminder that the face masks do not have the same protection as the N95 masks for healthcare workers. They are being used only because of the shortage of masks at this time:
www.cnet.com/how-to/homemade-face-masks-may-not-protect-you-from-coronavirus-heres-why/
Reminder that the face masks do not have the same protection as the N95 masks for healthcare workers. They are being used only because of the shortage of masks at this time:
www.cnet.com/how-to/homemade-face-masks-may-not-protect-you-from-coronavirus-heres-why/
3/26/2020 Martha Scott’s System Using Grocery/Produce Green Tags (click here for Martha's directions with photos)
4/4/2020 from: Cynthia Smith
Subject: Yet another suggestion for face masks. This may be good info to send out to members. Claims this material has higher filtration.
https://news.yahoo.com/using-blue-shop-towels-homemade-221911287.html
Subject: Yet another suggestion for face masks. This may be good info to send out to members. Claims this material has higher filtration.
https://news.yahoo.com/using-blue-shop-towels-homemade-221911287.html
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