Introduction: Adjustable No-Sew Mask
This is a simple and easy mask you can make with a cotton shirt. It includes adjustable straps and no sewing is required.
Supplies
- Cotton T-Shirt
- Sharp Scissors
- Bobby or Safety Pin
- Hot Glue (optional)
Step 1: Begin Laying Your T-Shirt on a Flat Surface
Cut a 6in x 8in square, starting at the bottom of the shirt
Step 2: Your Mask Pieces
After you have cut out the square, use the remainder of the fabric to cut two long strips of fabric that are approximately 10-12in. Once you have cut the square you should notice that the side with the bottom hem now has a hollow tunnel running horizontally
Step 3: Pull
Next, take the two long strips of fabric and pull on them to stretch them out
Step 4: Securing the Second Side of the Mask
There are two methods of securing the second side of the mask
- If you have glue, fold the fabric 1in. down and glue the raw edge to the fabric
- If you don't have glue, cut small holes down the fabric, leaving at least ½ in. between the holes
Step 5: Finishing the Mask
Finally, secure the previously made fabric strips to either a bobby or safety pin and thread through the other side of the mask
- If you glued the side of mask, it will need to be thread through the tunnel
- If you cut holes, simply thread the strip through the holes as shown in the second picture
About the Creator:
Hi, I’m Haritha and I’m a student assistant at EXLAB! I like to think of myself as a pretty thrifty maker because I focus on upcycling. Upcycling is a creative way to help the environment and make something cool, I hope you enjoy my instructables!
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11 Comments
7 months ago
Great idea I will definitely make it!
1 year ago
Hi Haritha! Well done! Looks nice! ;)
1 year ago
What a great idea! I used to make objects out of old clothes so this is another one I can save for future use, all that needs to happen is to double up the shirt fabric and it's done! Thank you for sharing!!!!
1 year ago
Great idea, Haritha. I thought that masks should be two layers to be effective, though.
Reply 1 year ago
Hi Harita. Great construction idea. And easy to follow.
The official description from the medical specialists (Here in Denmark) however says, 2-3 layers.! If 3 are used, the middle one should be tightly wowen, or preferable fiber mesh (Like the filter squares for wacuum cleaners.)
Checkout our my country statistics here https://www.sst.dk/en/English/Corona-eng/COVID-19-... The Patient chart is 2/3 down.
The primary thing here in Denmark is: Keep distance, and wash hands (or use hand alcohol) - this has helped us to fight. We only use masks in tight public transports.
Question 1 year ago
Should the glue being used be fabric glue or could regular superglue or hot glue be used? Also, I remember seeing something that suggested at least two layers of fabric should be used and that one layer of fabric isn't really enough.
1 year ago on Step 5
Easy and comfy design .. but aren't 2 layers most effective? Best look at the research to date (e.g. CDC). If you're going to use a mask, make it the best one. Masks are not about your 5th Ammendment, they are about caring for each other. Keep safe America.
1 year ago
Not sure how you got a 6×8" square but this does look rather clever, well done!
Question 1 year ago
Love this idea. But I'm not very bright and I just turned 64 today. Is the picture on the left the finished product, using one of the two techniques as shown in the picture on the right? Im a glue gun enthusiast and have lots of old tees, that's all I know.
Answer 1 year ago
Happy birthday!
Step 5 shows two types of finished masks, depending on how you are able to finish the other side without the tshirts' original edge. Hope that helps!
Answer 1 year ago
On one side she took advantage of the pocket/tunnel left by cutting the piece of the shirt where it had a sewed hem. She created the other pocket/tunnel by hemming with hot glue, or alternately, a series of holes.