mask problem solving

[ironymaiden]

the masks with the stretch fabric on the top edge worked well today, but the stretch knit ties tend to either untie themselves or knot up too firmly to untie easily. we also found them to be the warming equivalent of wearing a hat.

after yesterday's mask post, i got some useful info:

• via mimerki: how to keep your glasses from fogging while wearing a mask


• via umadoshi: how to make a stretch jersey headband

mark 3.5 is the JoAnn "denim mask" (instructional video with link to printable pattern template) in two layers of quilting cotton or quilting cotton/old flannel shirt with the stretch jersey headband referenced above, top edge of the headband placed where the top ties would be placed. (no stretch fabric on the top edge since the even pressure of the headband makes for a firm but not uncomfortable seal against the nose and cheekbones.)

buhrger asked about the "big head" grading i referenced in the previous post. i made the mask ~2cm wider and taller. the pattern has one piece (cut two and center seam per layer) so i continued the line ~1cm in width and ~2cm in height. this takes the bottom past C's chin and short beard. fortunately we're not trying to get a respirator seal here.

Comments

[phosfate]

I did the cut out a t-shirt mask and it needs adjustment but I'm not sure how yet.

[flexagon]

Thanks! I tried that mask tonight but had to size it down (tiny head) and try a few iterations. With one layer of denim and one of stretch velvet it feels too thick around the edges... I like the curve, so I might try to make it slightly bigger and only use one layer, or only one layer at the edge, or two layers of thinner fabric.