Tag: Elastic

  • How to Fix an Ear Loop Mask

    How to Fix an Ear Loop Mask

    Use ribbon, string, elastic, hairloop elastics, whatever you can to tie into earloops and secure them around your head, not your ears. Two or more ponytail holders make an approximately 5″ loop, which is a good length for providing the right amount of tautness to hold a mask firmly to your face for extended periods…

  • Batik Fabric Face Mask

    Batik Fabric Face Mask

    This test is with two layers of batik, testing ribbons and elastic. I like a thicker (3/8″) ribbon over the thinner (1/4″) and I much prefer the sewn channel along the side versus leaving it open, which is what I tried at first. This is a double layer of batik fabric that was very comfortable…

  • Face Masks for Michelle

    Face Masks for Michelle

    I made two masks for a friend who doesn’t have a sewing machine or any materials to make one with. She chose the fabrics from an image I sent her in chat. I learned as I went and discovered that the grosgrain ribbon is a bit stiff and if only knotted, comes undone in either…