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by: ShannieMakes

2 Piece Style Face Mask Pattern

Back again with another face mask design pattern for you to download. This face mask is different from the last few because it has a piece of fabric that cups under the chin. The sides contour your face and provides coverage under the eyes, and does not allow the mask to ride upwards to obscure your sight. I find this style more suitable for making insulated face masks due to the coverage.

When printing (ideally on A4 International Paper) all patterns should be printed 100% scale with No Scale to Fit Page/Media. The envelope should be printed Landscape and fit Page/Media to not waste space on the paper.

Download: Available in 4 sizes. Please note, you will need to make bias binding to bind the top and bottom edges of this mask.

NEW This is the new modified version of the 2 Piece Face Mask Pattern. A slight modification done to the chin area to make it curved, making it is easier to sew. A slight contouring to just under the eyes. Both designs still give you good coverage on the face. 

FREE ENVELOPE

Here is a little gift for you to keep your patterns together and organised. Lookout for the other designs.

All you need to do is cut it out and dab a bit of glue to the sides, wait for it to dry and you are good to go.

 

The envelope should be printed Landscape and Fit Page/Media to not waste space on the paper.

I am not able to make the envelope into a PDF file because it will be too large and will cause my website to crash. This is because my web hosting company cannot handle the downloading traffic. Last time it caused my site to be down for 3 days! For now, it will be a JPEG file.

Other available patterns to collect

You might want to check out my other face mask blogs. They too have downloadable patterns. Just click the links in pink. Remember to download the corresponding envelopes to keep your patterns together and organised. Follow me on Facebook or Instagram for updates.

This Duckbill Style Face Mask is a lot more street, modern and stylish compared to the surgical style designs available. The mask was designed to allow the top edge and the bottom edge to naturally wrap the face without having to insert a nose bar. The shape does not allow the mask to ride upwards to obstruct your sight. The sides are slightly longer than most masks on the market for more coverage around the face. 

The Simple Surgical Style Face Mask is made of 2 layers of fabric (not including interfacing, if it is used). This is made from one piece of fabric that is folded. This design is the simplest to make. The method is quite straight forward and does not create too much complications compared to the one below. The fitting of the mask over the nose bridge will help if you insert strip metal nose bar. This type of mask is not as fitted compared to the Duckbill Style. 

This Surgical Style Face Mask is made from 3 layers of fabric. You can choose to make a 2-4 layers mask, but the more layers the more difficult it is to fold and keep the edges aligned. This mask is different from the simple one because you can choose 3 different layers of fabric to use while the Simple Surgical Pattern is made from 1 piece of fabric that is folded so the front and back is the same fabric.

The 3 Piece Style Face Mask is probably one of my favourite face masks. The design is very unique and I haven’t seen many people wearing this design around. The main feature I like about this design is that when you take it off your face, the inside is protected by folding in the flaps. It is made of 3 parts, and takes slightly longer to make compared to the others I have designed. The mask hugs the face but still allow you room to move your lips, so it is easier to talk while wearing it.

Disclaimer/Please take note: My face masks do not replace medical/surgical face masks. These are also not designed to be used on babies or toddlers. Supervision is a must on small children.

These are face masks with basic filtration. It is good for dust particles and maybe blocking out some odours. Most of my masks requires only 2 layers of fabric, but you may consider making a 3 layer one by using water repellent/waterproof fabrics on the outer layer, a filtration layer in the middle, then an absorbent material next to your skin. 

In some of my tutorials, I use the patterned fabric on the outside for obvious reasons, waterproof on the inside, then a breathable and absorbent fabric next to the skin. Please do your own mask research if you are planning to make and wear a mask for protection against particles smaller than dust, such as a mask to protect you from airborne viruses.

Recommended Fabrics:

Outer fabrics:
Double gauze
Cotton
Gore-tex is probably the best. Water repellent/waterproof fabric, and allows you to breathe. Can be quite pricey.
Some Tafettas (Micro-Fibre) are water repellent/water proof, but also breathable.
Be careful when purchasing 100% waterproof fabric for making bags. They are great but you will sweat and can’t breathe!

Inner and absorbent fabrics:
Cotton
Jersey (Be careful it will stretch)
Double gauze
Flannel
You could use a lining fabric next to the skin. It is down to personal preference.

RESOURCES

If you are living in Hong Kong and want to get your hands on some fabric and elastic supplies, I will put links to where I bought my supplies from. Click on the link to download the Map of Sham Shui Po 2020, where I will show you locations of shops. For the elastic, I bought these from my local stationery shop, but most stationery shops in Hong Kong will stock this in their craft section. Otherwise, just pop into the elastic shops/manufacturers located on my map.

Elastic locations: Red dots 1-7. Especially Wing Fung Industries opposite the temple. Red dot 17 is another elastic manufacturer. Blue dots 1, 4, 10. Green dot 4. Middle of Ki Lung Street opposite Pink dot 7. You might be interested in my Sourcing for Elastic in Hong Kong post for other types of elastics. Along the section of the road, Red dots 1-7, are shops selling mask making supplies. Please note: Waterproof fabrics do not allow you to breathe. You could be harbouring bacteria. I do not recommend such kits.

Fabrics
Most of the outer fabrics I have chosen to use are 100% cotton or 100% organic cotton. It is very sustainable, affordable, breathable, easy to sew, and comes in many colours and designs.

I bought my recent fabric stash from Modes4u.com. They also have a sister company called Kawaiifabric.com. If you aren’t sure about the fabric choice and don’t want to splash out too much on one style of fabric, Modes4u.com sell their fabrics in 1/2 metres. Recently I discovered they sell a lot of their fabrics in fat quarter sizes. Great for small projects like these. They ship internationally and they are pretty fast. Click the Modes4U banner on the right hand side bar.

Tools you will need:

Sewing Machine, Fabric, Scissors, Pattern Printout, Sewing Thread, Elastic, Ruler, Chalk/Pencil, Pins, Iron, Ironing Board, Card (Not essential), Hair Grip/Bobby Pin.

Light Weight Interfacing: If your fabric is a bit too light and you want to give it a little body/structure, I would suggest backing it with some light weight interfacing. If you have to use medium weight interfacing, then I will be guessing you are using very light weight fabric. The fabric may not be suitable for making face masks, so you might want to reconsider your choice. This is not an essential item, but it will help.

Make sure you pre-wash your fabric and interfacing before you cut and sew the mask. This will allow for any shrinkage. Remember this is a washable and re-useable face mask. The last thing you want to happen is it shrinks after the first use. Putting the fabrics into a netted wash bag will help stop any loose threads from making a mess in the washing machine.

 TUTORIAL

You are watching the 2 Piece Style Face Mask Tutorial. I will talk you through the process of making the face mask. You will be making bias binding in this tutorial. I am hoping to teach you some new skills in each of face mask tutorials that I am rolling out throughout the next few weeks. This one provides the best coverage.

If you like the 2 Piece Mask, but don’t like the thought of making a mask using bias binding, look up the Cover Mask. Similar to this mask and gives the best coverage. This design gives you the choice to use a filter lining. Just click on the picture on the left to take you there.

Here is the link if you want to purchase a Pattern Master. We use it in the trade to draft patterns. There are many types, but the one we mainly use in colleges and universities in UK, is the one I used. The price seems to have gone up since last time I checked, about 6 years ago when I mass purchased for the college I was working at. The cheaper one I don’t recommend because the markings came off or fade quicker. I’ve had students regretting on saving a few pounds. They seem to break easier too. 

Next pattern is already out.

Remember to share. Sharing is caring!

Shan x

You are welcome to download and use my patterns to make items for friends, family, neighbours, or even to sell. I only ask of you to help me share or credit me and state where you got the patterns from.

Surgical Style 3 Pleats Face Mask, 3 Layers Pattern
3 Piece Style Face Mask Pattern

Comments

  1. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi, sorry for the late response. I’ve been going through a rough patch lately. I would use the Simple Surgical Style 3 Pleats Mask. Best if you experiment with fit and if it’s comfortable for you. All the best. Shan x

  2. R. says

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    Maybe a bit late, but I thought I’d ask: is this a good style of mask to use for double masking? Whenever I do wear one now, I’ll have a cloth mask over a surgical (n95s are hard to breath through). If it isn’t good, which style would you recommend? I’d like to make a few before flu season starts.

  3. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Danita, it really depends on the wearer’s face shape. Some patterns are just not suitable, this is why I have created so many patterns because one design does not always fit all. You could try and cut the sides (curve) of the chin piece slightly smaller. This will help bring in the mask around the chin a bit. Otherwise it is best to make a paper mask to check the fit before making it in fabric. Let me know how you get on.

  4. DANITA M MITCHELL says

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    I have made this pattern in the larger sizes and it fits well. But if I make the smaller sizes the chin is loose and floppy, rather than snug. What am I doing wrong?

  5. ShannieMakes says

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    Well Done Sue, glad you have worked something out. Do what ever you need to do to make it the way you want it. I do have another similar mask with a nose bar slot and 2 filter options. The fit is very similar too. It is called the Cover Mask. Maybe give that a go when you have the time. Stay safe.

  6. Sue says

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    I love the 2 piece mask and duckbill masks. I have made many for my family and friends.
    I did add a nose bar to the 2 piece by cutting a 5” strip from the bias & Opened it up, turning under both short sides 1/4”. I centered & pinned it to the top before pinning on the bias tape & continuing on with your instructions. It made a nice, clean tube to slip a bar in.

  7. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Lou, it’s in the 2 Piece mask blog. https://shanniemakes.com/2-piece-style-face-mask-pattern/. 2nd Pattern. Thatone there has a slight curved to the chin. Both still use binding. If you want another version without the use of binding and you want a filter lining, check this one out. The Cover mask. https://shanniemakes.com/cover-mask-with-nose-bar-slot-2-filter-options/.

  8. Lou says

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    Where can I find the tutorial for the modified 2 piece face mask? I have been asked to make one for a bride to wear at her wedding and will be using lace from her dress for the front – lined with linen.

  9. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Paperklip, glad you found my tutorials helpful. Shame the pattern didn’t quite accommodate your nose. You might need to lengthen it upwards than make the dart shorter. If you message me on facebook messenger, I could help you out there. Much faster to respond. Otherwise try the Cupped mask. That one is spacious. Find me on Shanniemakes on Facebook. x

  10. Paperklip says

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    Hi Shannie,

    Thank you so much for sharing your patterns. I made this 2 piece one today. I am very much a beginner sewer, and I found your video instructions so very helpful.

    I am of Caucasian descent, and I found this a bit tight over my large nose. If I make it again, I might try making the dart shorter. Though I am planning to try one of your other ones next. 🙂

    Thank you!

  11. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Welch! You are so funny. Brighten my day! Thanks for the support.

  12. Welch says

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    Girl, I say, Girl, You are Amazing!!!!
    Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and your contents are very helpful for us lowlies.
    I seriously appreciate your help.

    – Welch

  13. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Denise, I know not everyone’s face will suit one type of mask. This is why I try to cover as many designs as possible so no matter what gender, age, race there will be a mask available. Glad you have found one you liked. You might want to try the Cover Mask. Similar fit, but a different way of making it. Have fun and stay safe.

  14. Denise H, Essex says

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    I’ve just made one of your Duckbill Face Masks out of Blitz Kitchen Paper by hand as I wanted to test the sizing before cutting my fabric.

    It’s perfect, thank you so much!

    My brother is Autistic and is coming home for his first visit since Lockdown and I wanted to make a few masks in his chosen fabric’s so he feels as safe and comfortable as possible.

    There are so many options out there but I will be telling everyone where I obtained my template as this is the best.

  15. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Nyla. Look up the Cover mask. Similar style with everything you need.

  16. Nyla says

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    Hi Shannie,

    great tutorial and mask! If I waned to add a filter pocket for this how would I go about doing that?

  17. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Katie, yes I have. Look up the cover mask! Similar fit and goes under the chin. Hope this helps?

  18. Katie says

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    Do you have a pattern without the use of bias tape? I would love the two piece mask but I am not good with bias tape.

  19. Carol says

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    Thanks for sharing. It all looks interesting and hope to try them soon. Very generous of you. Southern, CA, USA

  20. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Healani, I don’t at the moment, but will work on it after the post of my next tutorial, then I will go back to revisit the past tutorials and create a written one. It is harder sometimes to explain things if written than in a video. Please be patients. I will work on it. Many thanks. Stay safe.

  21. Healani R says

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    Thank you so much for sharing your face mask patterns! I am very interested in your 2-piece face mask and cannot wait to complete one for myself and family members. Do you have a written instructions for the 2-piece face mask?
    Again, thank you and please stay safe and well!

  22. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Dreama, just print actual size. If you look at the corner it tells you the scale. Once printed just compare to see if it’s 4cm. Hope tis helps?

  23. Dreama says

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    Just curious … when printing the pattern, do I print actual size or change the printer settings to something else? Thanks!

  24. ShannieMakes says

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    Thanks you Parveen! At first I thought you was an old friend from secondary school because I knew a Parveen Akhter. Lol. The world can’t be that small, right? Lol. I’m glad the tutorial has helped you out. Some people think they can just give sewing instructions in 4 steps, and why I have to type 4 pages long! I hope you will stay around for the journey, because one day I will be showing how to sew Churidar Pajami and other asian outfits but with modern western applications. Stay safe. Shan x

  25. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi leslie, sorry about all the troubles you are having. About the measurements, the new patterns will include inches, but just to warn you I wouldn’t know what 13/64inch looks like! I just use a conversion table and give you both inch measurements. I have been brought up using metric measurements because you can’t really put a finger on 2mm if I were to use inches. Anyway, to keep everyone happy around the globe, I my new designs include inches. For the next question, have you tried watching the tutorial on YouTube itself? Sometimes it’s the service provider, sometimes it’s the computer, but at least you can view the tutorial else where if there’s trouble. Copy and paste this in your web browser to see the 2 Piece Style Face Mask tutorial. https://youtu.be/u2jALmSrFzA. Hope this helps. Stay safe. Shan

  26. Leslie Mit says

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    I find these very helpful, but wish you would give the measurements in inches as well as mm or cm. Also I have problems getting back to a tutorial that I’ve seen before, I just can’t find them and have to keep going in and out of your website and eventually I come across them. Also for some reason, possibly my computer, I have trouble when following the tutorials and needing to pause, the sound keeps going while the screen is frozen then when I come back to watch for the next step it starts again with both sound tracks going at the same time?

  27. parveen Akhter says

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    Excellent tutorial video about two-piece fabric face mask .i really in love with it. great details and instruction step by step .my daughter send me your link .she likes your pattern, so she shares the link with me. Honestly, I like the way you explained each step .great work. stay bless always. Now I will stitch face masks for my whole family by following your pattern.

  28. M. A. Lewis says

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    Duckbill style is front piece and lining piece. Sew together turn right side out. Fold in half ear to ear. Darts on each side attaching ties Trun right side out. Covers nose and mouth ties back of head.

  29. ShannieMakes says

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    Thanks Heather, stay safe. x

  30. Heather says

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    I really appreciate how generous, thoughtful and well designed these materials and resources are. Thank you so much for sharing your craft and expertise!!

  31. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Lisa, thank you for your message. Messages like this really gives me inspiration and motivation to do the things I do. I sometimes have people suggesting why I don’t do things a different way, little do they they I used to teach and not just someone that do it as a hobby at home. There’s more than one way to fry an egg. I’m glad you could see through this. You take care too. Thanks again for your support. x

  32. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Mia, I have a tutorial just for you. The first Duckbill has a tutorial on drafting the pattern. Just find the blog on the home page and scroll down to the tutorial. Called Drafting the Duck bill from scratch. https://shanniemakes.com/duckbill-style-face-mask-pattern/. Hope this helps? x

  33. ShannieMakes says

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    Awww, thank you Tylynn. XX

  34. Tylynn Hann says

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    You are so amazing for sharing these patterns, and the added bonus is the envelop…too cute!! They are very easy to follow and the video tutorials help when you just can’t quite get it. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!

  35. Mia Bee says

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    Hi, I don’t have a printer, could you give me the measurements for the duckbill mask pattern please. Much appreciated.
    Mia

  36. Lisa says

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    Thank you so much for making these patterns and your wonderful tutorial. I’ve made many that I’ve found on the internet and I like yours the best. It holds up the best in the wash and is easy to customize to fit little kids. I’ve been trying to teach myself how to sew again in middle age. When I was a teenager, I took classes at a one room school above a supermarket in Honolulu taught by three elderly women who I swear were wizards. The machines that lined the large room were ancient metal black singers, they were electric, but didn’t have much frills. But they taught good fundamentals in sewing and drafting. Students from the university’s fashion design program often took classes too. One time I forgot to bring my pattern and my instructor drafted a tank top pattern for me in about 5 minutes that fit perfectly. She was magic.
    I appreciate your emphasis on good basic techniques, and your patterns are so cute and fit well on adults as well as kids. My family really appreciates you! Please stay safe and take care.

  37. ShannieMakes says

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    Hi Filiz, I don’t actually have measurements for the over head elastic. I used 60cm for myself and it seems ok for most adults. It really depends on the brand of elastics, size of elastic, size of head and width/type of mask. Hope this helps? x

  38. Filiz says

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    Thanks for all these patterns. In the 2 piece pattern, what is the measurement for the over the head elastic style? For all 4 sizes? If you have any guidance, that would be appreciated! Thank you again!!

  39. ShannieMakes says

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    Thanks Daniel xx

  40. DANIEL says

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    thanx, you are COOL `!

  41. ShannieMakes says

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    Awww, thank you. You stay safe too Mary. xx

  42. Mary says

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    Hi! Shannie

    I just want to thank you so much for all the help and free info. you have put out there for us. Bless you! And stay healthy.

  43. ShannieMakes says

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    Yes, do check if you do wash them. Pipe cleaners are likely to rust. Aluminium bars are much better because they don’t rust, but even those will eventually break if you fold it too often.
    I have manage to source some nose bars, but mail to international countries have been suspended from my end. I can’t even help you guys out. If you follow me on facebook, I have updates if I can post out.
    Stay safe though. x

  44. Emerald says

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    for the nose bar I found the craft pipe cleaners I have on hand seem to work okay. I did make a little pocket so they can be slid out for washing I wasn’t sure how well the pipe cleaner would hold up to being washed

  45. ShannieMakes says

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    I save mine from my used masks for my tutorials. Have you tried the twist ties? Check out my facebook page. My latest post is asking if people are interested if I can source quality nose bars in Hong Kong. But if it is too expensive with post and packaging on top, then it is not worth while, I’ll have to scrap the idea.

  46. Renee C says

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    Thank you for the additional information on how to change the lining into a filter pocket. I will try it out! Thank you for sharing your pattern and video tutorials! Take Care!

  47. Stephannie says

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    Where do you get the metal for making the nose bar?

  48. ShannieMakes says

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    Not sure if you can picture this.
    1.You need to sew the nose dart on the outer fabric, and the lining fabric separately.
    2. On the lining fabric, on the left and right edges, cut off about 2cm.
    3. Then fold towards the wrong side 5mm, then 5mm, then edge stitch so there are no raw edges.
    4. Put the wrong sides of the outer fabric and the wrong side of the lining fabric touching each other. Baste the edges and sew the binding as usual.
    5. Now when you fold the edges by 2cm (Folding 1cm x2 as in tutorial) and edge stitch, this should sit somewhere close the lining edge which you did in steps 1 to 3. You now have an insert

    Alternatively you can just cut 2cm off only one side of the lining fabric (step2) this will make a pocket since the other end is not open. Probably better.
    I hope this helps? Let me know how you get on. Stay safe. Shan x

  49. Renee C says

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    Thank you for your mask patterns! How would you add a pocket for a filter on this 2-piece style face mask?

  50. ShannieMakes says

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    Thanks. I do my best. More to come. x

  51. JenP says

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    Thank you so much for posting all these patterns for different styles of face masks, and the video tutorials also!! So helpful!!

  52. ShannieMakes says

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    I am edit as quick as I can. Please hang in there. If you have sewing experience you might be able to do the with my instructions. 1. Cut out some binding 4cm wide and long enough to cover the top edge, bottom edge, and 2 sides. 2. Sew pattern 1 to pattern 2 to the outer fabric piece. do the same with the lining piece. 3 Place the wrong side of the outer fabric touching the wrong side of the lining piece. You should have all right sides of the fabric facing out. 4. Bind the top and bottom edges of the face mask by attaching the binding on the right side then fold it over to the wrong side. Top stitch not the right side. 5. Insert the nose bar into the binding and stitch both sides of the nose bar to stop it from shifting. 6. Attach the binding on the sides just like the previous binding. 7. Insert elastics. Hope this helps. Shan x

  53. boulet says

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    Hi !
    Thank you for sharing these Masks patterns !
    But I do not find any instruction … Maybe I’m missing something ? I would love to sew it this week, but I think I need a guideline …

    Thanks !

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When you try very hard to make content for your we When you try very hard to make content for your website or channel, but instead you end up occupied with your kids kindergarten projects!🤦‍♀️😭. 

Last December my Dumpling had the Snowman Competition at Kindergarten. Next month is the Lunar New Year Celebrations (CNY)! The theme is a hanging ornament. Since I have been collecting 6 years worth of Laisee (Red Lucky) envelopes, it is time to use them up. This was supposed to be an easy project, but it ended up growing and growing! Here's how it went.

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Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year. May the New Ye Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year. May the New Year bring us better news. Wishing you all health and happiness. Stay safe.❤🎄🎅🎁

Helped my baby out with her 3D Snowman competition at kindergarten. It's musical and lights up. Made from mostly recycled products. She came 2nd. She really enjoyed helping out sticking the beads and balls. We came first last time, so didn't mind letting others have a chance.

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Since March 2020, I have been designing and making Since March 2020, I have been designing and making facemasks, and fulfilling requests. There have been many nights where I go with very little sleep or no sleep at all just to finish my projects/requests. Because the only spare time I have is when my Little Dumpling goes to sleep. Also it's the quietest time to do my voice overs. No screaming neighbours. No dogs barking. No construction work. Just peace. 

It has now been just over a year since I have stopped my other crafting and sewing projects! I can now say I am done with facemasks. Vaccines are now available. Facemasks are in abundance. I feel I have fulfilled my contribution to society.

I posted my last 2 facemasks patterns/tutorials a few days ago, but didn't want to notify my followers/you because I didn't want to spam them/you with more boring facemasks. 🤣

Also during the past 6 months or so, I had to deal with some pain/injuries in my shoulder, and other personal problems. I wasn't able to put 100% in my work. 

At the moment I am making new material and trying to improve on my video skills. There's a lot to learn and do since I am only a one-man-band.

I hope to share with you my many techniques and skills, and to inspire you. Thank you for joining me on my journey. ❤️

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Hi Everyone, in case you were looking for the Talk Hi Everyone, in case you were looking for the Talking Bird Mask, I've made one! It's my take on it. Feel free to share, and make to sell. 👍

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Hi Everyone! Just managed to update my Diary/Journ Hi Everyone! Just managed to update my Diary/Journal Blog I wrote 2 years ago (2019). Now with the updated diary pages/calender for you to download. If anyone is still looking for a Diary/Journal and not quite found the right one, why not give this one a try.

There were times were I regretted a diary, that I ended up buying a new one because there just wasn't enough space or too much space! It either didn't fit in with my lifestyle or my needs. 

Not every year I found the right one or had to just compromise with what was available in the shops. Around 9 years ago I started making my own diaries. Since then, I had to only down size because I didn't need to write that much anymore. I found this layout suited me better.

It's free to download!! 

https://shanniemakes.com/free-printable-diary-journal/

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Happy New Year Everybody. Good riddance to 2020! I Happy New Year Everybody. Good riddance to 2020! It is not a year that we all hoped for. Here’s to a better 2021!!! 

2020 was a strange one. Although my YouTube channel started in 2017, I wasn't as active until this year. Due to the pandemic, I started putting my pattern cutting and sewing skills to good use. At the time, the world was in short supply of face masks, and the reusable ones were badly designed. I noticed one design does not fit all face types, so I jumped on the chance to share my own patterns based on what I saw on the market, and how to improve them. This journey has taken almost a year of my life.

Let's just say, I'm not quite finished yet. I still get requests. So at present I need to complete those tasks.

Just giving you a quick glimpse of a future project here. This is rather vague picture because I don't want to give away too much, but I know it will be a very interesting project as I will be sharing with you the many traditional crafts I have been studying since a very young age.

For those that have decided to join me in the journey, you will not be disappointed. ❤️

Stay Safe Everyone 😘

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Wishing You All a Very Merry Christmas. Wishing Yo Wishing You All a Very Merry Christmas. Wishing You and Your Family Good Health and Happiness in New Year. 🎄⛄🤶🎅🎁☃️❄️

This year has been difficult for a lot of us. Stay strong. We will pull through together. ❤️😘👍

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This is the final mask from my latest collection. This is the final mask from my latest collection. This mask has taken me a while to complete. It wasn't due to the mask itself, but being side tracked with other requests as well as juggling housework, and home schooling my baby for the past 9 months. She's been off since January and every week we have to go in to pick up homework. She's only 4, but the homework builds up. She's with me practically 24hrs a day. Hard to find the time to work on projects. 

A few months ago I mentioned I only get to work when my baby goes to sleep. That meant me having to sneak out of the room at 3am to work until 6 or 9am. Sometimes I don't even sleep at all. Because of this I end up exhausted for days and my skin takes its toll. I have to take it slow. I'm not the spring chicken like I used to be in university days.

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Finally completed the blogs I have been working on Finally completed the blogs I have been working on for the past 2 months! Believe it or not, it really has taken me this long. Even with the many nights I stayed up without any sleep. When you have a small kid running around, chores to do, and 3 meals to prepare/cook, something has to give. 😭

I managed to update 1 blog and finish 3 more. They all have downloadable Microsoft Docx files for you to download construction notes for the last 4 face masks. Only the Cupped Mask has the Conventional Filter Option. The other 3 have both Filter Options. People have been requesting this so they could save and scroll without the need of the internet.

Please excuse the watermarks on the file. I have added extra protection/markings to discourage people from claiming the work to be theirs and selling it on Etsy. Yes, they were at it again! This time the reviews were 5 stars and given the credit to the thief! 😡🤬

I can now finally move onto finalising my final mask design in this collection. The Butterfly Mask. Before that, I need to get some rest before I burn myself out. 😩😴😴
For those that want to try the 3 Piece Style Mask, For those that want to try the 3 Piece Style Mask, but require an Extra Large size to accommodate Western/European faces.... It's here! Available in curved and straight edge. The original mask derived from a Korean design so it may not be suitable for all nationalities. 

https://shanniemakes.com/3-piece-style-face-mask-pattern/

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Been a bit quiet lately, but I am still busy doing Been a bit quiet lately, but I am still busy doing stuff behind the scenes. 

Recently I have been helping people with special requests, and answering technical questions. Sometimes this takes me away from my current projects, so things get put on hold or take a little longer to do. Sorry if you have a request and it is taking a little longer for me to get back.

I just need to get a few things out of the way, then I'll be back on track.

Last night I had to rush making a batch of masks for my family back in the UK. I haven't been able to post anything to my family since the pandemic started. The postage time is at least 3 months since it is only available by ship! Also it does not guarantee it is going to arrive. I heard a lot of masks in the post don't turn up at all! Got a friend catching a flight tomorrow night so I am trying to get a few made in time. Not had any sleep.

I decided to use the Cover Mask pattern since gives great coverage. It is similar to the 2 Piece Mask, but without the binding. Love this fabric. Very easy to sew and a good weight too. Going to use this fabric for the next new pattern, the Butterfly Mask. Keep a look out for it.

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Another pattern up! This one is the Cupped Mask, t Another pattern up! This one is the Cupped Mask, to cup your face and give you that extra bit of room to chat all day long! 🤣

Tutorial is up on Youtube. Otherwise pop over to the website to download the pattern.
https://shanniemakes.com/cupped-mask-with-nose-bar-slot-2-filter-options/

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New pattern is up. The Cover Mask is great for tho New pattern is up. The Cover Mask is great for those that love to chat all day. With the help of a nose bar, bound to stay on your face.

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