handmade items for those in need
Patterns
All fabrics from any source must be washable at 60 degrees.
Note: any 'pre-loved' fabric for scrubs and other projects must be clean, without holes, fading or stains, of good quality and in excellent condition. It needs to stand up to repeated high temperature washes.
Fabric masks.
There are many mask patterns freely available, and each maker can choose which best suits them.
Please note fabric masks do not protect the wearer from viruses; they simply reduce the risk of transmission.
Fabric masks should not be used in a clinical environment.
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Shaped, Olson-style, fitted or pleated masks
Dhurata Davies shaped mask in several sizes. Instructions, elastic or cord, filter pocket, nose wire option.
Simple drawstring mask with filter pocket, video
AB mask - well fitting pleated and shaped mask, moving picture instructions
Craft Passion pattern Olson style, Instructions, video
Sweet Red Poppy fitted mask with a casing for cord
Sweet Red Poppy pleated mask, elastic or ties
Homemade on our Homestead Olson style
Window masks (to allow lip reading)
SSOL mask, version with window, video
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Button bands (a.k.a. ear savers, sore ear savers, mask holders) - this pattern has instructions to knit, crochet or sew a band.
Headband pattern for a fabric headband with covered elastic (i.e. doesn't need a stretch fabric), plus buttons to hold mask elastic.
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Scrub hats can be made in a tieback style, or as an elasticated cap for longer hair, and should be from 100% cotton fabric.