Welcome to Saturday Sparks 369!
Starting off todays party with an image from my days of late and a little tip.
Like so many others, I have been making masks for the #millionmaskchallenge.
Never did I imagine that this would be an essential item.
Elastic is all but non-existent due to so many makers diving into this project, which is a telling sign of the compassion throughout the sewing community.
Someone figured out a go around for the lack of elastic and that is to cut 1" strips parallel to the bottom hem of a cotton t-shirt for the mask straps. Grab the ends of a strip and pull to create a tube. Use a safety pin to feed the tube through the sides of your mask and knot the ends.
The t-shirt straps provide a bit of stretch that keeps the mask on securely once tied.
Never did I imagine that this would be an essential item.
Elastic is all but non-existent due to so many makers diving into this project, which is a telling sign of the compassion throughout the sewing community.
Someone figured out a go around for the lack of elastic and that is to cut 1" strips parallel to the bottom hem of a cotton t-shirt for the mask straps. Grab the ends of a strip and pull to create a tube. Use a safety pin to feed the tube through the sides of your mask and knot the ends.
The t-shirt straps provide a bit of stretch that keeps the mask on securely once tied.
First up, the Fabulous Features from Saturday Sparks 368.
DIY Face Masks by French Creek Farmhouse
Triple Chocolate Pecan Rice Krispie Bars by Busy Being Jennifer
Easy Banana Bread by Petals, Pies and Otherwise
Sparkling Hound Recipe Grapefruit Mimosa at Satsuma Designs
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Beautiful features. So great to see so many people making masks. I wish I had sewing skills (and materials). Thanks again for hosting and stay well!
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Hi Shelley - Yes, it's amazing how many people have taken on the challenge of making masks. Wishing you well!
DeleteSuzanne, your style of face mask is what my daughter worked on. Like you, she couldn't find elastic, so she just made strings out of the same fabric for top and bottom of the mask, sewn on, that can be tied. I'll share this with her, great idea.
ReplyDeleteThank you for keeping the party going. It's definitely an outlet I look forward to seeing. The sidewalk chalk art is very popular in our neighborhoods too. I love it, I love the recipes (definitely cooking more), and I love seeing everyone share their home and garden beauty.
Hi Rita - There are so many different styles of masks out there. I have made several types, but this one seems to be the most popular. Hope your daughter finds the t-shirt straps easier. Have a good week.
DeleteI bet the ties on your masks are much more comfortable than the elastic. Kudos to you for making them! Thanks for hosting and stay safe. xo
ReplyDeleteHi Marie - Yes, they seem like they would be much more comfortable. Take care.
DeleteNice features !
ReplyDeleteI like your masks, they look very comfy too. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for hosting at this trying time we're facing as a world.
Stay safe and healthy.
Enjoy your weekend, no matter what you do indoors. I for one am baking homemade bread for hubby who loves it.
Fabby
Hi Gabby - Thanks for the sweet comment about my masks. There is nothing better than homemade bread, so enjoy!
DeleteSo great that you are making the masks! My niece started an operation in Charleston with Joann Fabrics donating most of the materials. As you said though, elastic is hard to come by so they use fabric ties. Biased tape used in her pattern is also getting tough to come by. She drops off supplies and picks up finished masks being made by my sister, husband and mother, who have created their own assembly line.
ReplyDeleteHi Debbee - Love that your family is helping with the mask cause - the more the merrier! Have a good week!
DeleteGreat idea on the mask ties! Seems like they're more flexible and comfortable too. :) Thanks for hosting! I brought by some Salmon Fried Rice. Hope you enjoy. :) Stay safe and healthy!
ReplyDeleteThanks CJ - I agree that the t-shirt straps are a really good idea. I love when someone thinks outside the box to solve a problem! Stay well!
DeleteThank you for the feature! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteAnd the same to you!
DeleteI heard, and saw a picture, of the many pieces of elastic that are inside a bungee cord. I still have elastic but I will be ripping open a cord when I need too! Love your masks!! Be safe.
ReplyDeleteI saw that too, but the bungee cord that I have found only had very thin (like 1/16" diameter) elastic cords. I assume that it must vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Take care.
DeleteThank you so much for hosting!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for hosting. This week I am excited to share a Easter Basket for him (date night edition), my Bunny Hop Easter Tablescape Tour, and some great hobbies for kids to take up! Hope you have a wonderful day, stay safe and healthy!
ReplyDeleteHi Suzanne, I love your face masks. Much more complex than the ones I’ve been making. Stay safe! Thanks for the party!
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting and I hope that you and your family are staying safe and healthy.
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting and for the feature of my wreath! Blessings during this time!
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