How to make a homemade face mask?How to make a homemade face mask?

Face masks were used in hospitals, but now these have become a necessity to save yourself from COVID-19. It is recommended to use a face mask when you go outside. Due to this epidemic, its demand has increased rapidly, but supply is not sufficient to meet requirements. So, it is suggested to make your DIY face mask at home.

Ways to Make a DIY face mask at home.

How to make Face mask without stitching?

If you don’t know sewing, it doesn’t mean you can’t prepare a DIY face mask. We have come up with a method in which face masks can be made without stitching.

How to Make a face mask by using a bandana

In this method, you need three things.

• Scarf or bandana
• Elastic, ponytail holder or rubber band which one you have
• Kitchen roll, paper towel, or coffee filter (these are not necessary)

Method: the bandana or scarf, which is firmly woven and pure cotton, is ideal for a face mask.

1. First of all, fold your scarf or bandana in half.
2. Now, fold it again two times lengthwise from the top and bottom as well.
3. Here you can use a paper towel, kitchen roll, or coffee filter after cutting a square piece, but it is entirely optional.
4. A rubber band or hair band is placed around the strip of material you are using.
5. In the end, turnover your material towards mid and tuck it’s both ends.

How to Make a Face mask using cloth and sewing machine.

If you know sewing, then you can easily make a facemask that is more durable and long-lasting. You only need a few things in this method.

• Cotton fabric (10*6-inches)
• Elastic, hair or rubber band (2*6-inch)
• Sewing machine
• Thread
• Needle or pins
• Scissors

Method: You can make a face mask from cloth in several ways, but we intend to describe a simple way for this purpose, so you will not find it difficult to understand and sew.

1. In the very first step, you have to keep two pieces of cloth on each other side by the side, which you want to show on the front face down.
2.  Long sides of the fabric are folded down approximately ¼-inch and pin it there. If you do not have pins at home, do not worry. You can achieve your purpose of holding the fabric together using a needle. If you can do it without a pin or needle, that’s also fine.
3. Now fold the sides of your material over and stitch them to keep your stuff in place.
4. In the next step, edges of your face mask are folded over by half an inch and hem.
5. Your hem is ready, You can pass a thread through the hem with the help of a needle or pin.
6. Tie the knots and tuck inside the hem by moving them.
7. Now, stitch the ends of this DIY face mask so that elastic stays in place.

Using facemask is vital for everyone nowadays. The good news is considering it is crucial for your health as well as life, you can make one at home or simply grab one Here from our supplies collection.