Mask Pattern Like N95
Skip down to the edging if no lining desired lining optional.
Mask pattern like n95. Sew along darts twice for good measure. Using a diy mask means n95 masks are available to healthcare workers who need them on the frontlines of a pandemic. The n95 respirator cover is created to tie over the large masks to completely shield the front of them from contamination. Use your pattern to mark darts on the mask with chalk.
These masks have to be able to endure the sanitization process over and over. Best selling 3 layer face masks like the ones the cdc recommends we all wear are back in stock on amazon at all time low prices but there are other options you should explore. This design has a pocket for filter material such as sanitary napkins absorbent fabric like zorb with silvadur air conditioner filters or even paper towels. After printing measure the pattern to make sure the size is accurate.
If you do have an n95 mask and a beard it s time to shave. When printing pattern make sure the print menu has actual size chosen. Fold mask in half lengthwise so the inside of the mask is facing out. I sewed several styl.
They are designed to fit close to the face and block out 95 of small particles hence the name n95. Rayon is not uncomfortable and this mask pattern does not really lay on the face so i actually like it in one layer but suit yourself. See the unlined and lined option. Use 100 cotton tightly woven cotton and 100 cotton thread.
This will be the inside of your mask. Quick and easy to sew. Place mask piece with pleats going towards the top point of your mask face up in front of you like it was in the last step. N95 style fabric face mask.
Most masks on the market don t fit children well or people with beards. If desire you can also line this n95 style face mask pattern. The mask pattern so many like doesn t actually fit over the n95 masks one of the main reasons they are currently wanted as a matter of fact there were very few that do other than the ab mask by a nurse pattern which i also recommend. I developed a similar basic pattern with more tapered pleats for a much better fit and used iron on adhesive to attach pieces that velcro behind the neck.
Below is a picture of an old n95 mask that i have. So with the held of the chief and some first responders i got a bunch of measurements and even an old not.