Here I have for you another Duckbill Style Mask, but this one you will be able to use a disposable filter or disposable mask inside just to give you that extra protection. You have the option to insert a metal nose bar in the binding to get a better fit around the nose. The front seam has 2 rows of top-stitch detail. This design requires the use of an over-locker/serger to finish the seams. You could fold over twice and top stitch or zig-zag the raw edges. The shaping of the mask does not ride up easily to cover the face unlike the surgical style masks. A 4cm wide binding is required to finish the edges on this mask. This mask is by far the thinnest out of all the designs. It is only made of 1 layer. Look out for the second version of this design. It will be a lined to give it that quality feel and thickness, and also you do not need to use an over-locker/serger to finish the edges.
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.
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
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.
This 2 Piece 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 provide 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.
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 Simple Duckbill Style Face Mask for Use with Filter Tutorial. This tutorial is of the One Layer Design. The next tutorial will be the 2 Layer Lined Version Design. This is a new design compared to the very first Duckbill Style released a few weeks ago. If I get enough requests, then I may redo that design, but with a filter pocket. To most people that will be a simple task. For this tutorial I will talk you through the process. This time I will not be using any interfacing or cover the layout of the patterns like I have previously done.
Next pattern will be coming soon!
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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.
Thanks Yasmin!
Hi Yasmin, sorry for any inconvenience caused. Only just found out the website is having problems. I will try to sort out soon.
Thank you for your quick response. I have now downloaded this simple duckbill style mask. Again thank you for sharing your patterns.
Fantastic! Thank you for your patterns, they are easy to read and sew. Unfortunately this page “simple duckbill style mask” is not allowing the download of its patterns.
Hi Dottie, I guess you don’t have a cm ruler. The line on the top right is 4cm. That’s 0.39inches. If printed correctly, then that line should measure 0.39 inches. When printing select “Do Not Scale”. If you need a conversion table, you could find it on google search. The patterns released from now on are in inches. The latest post “Mask with nose bar and 2 filter lining options”, has inches if you are still interested. Hope this helps? Otherwise get back to me and I’ll see what I can do. Shan
I was excited when I found your patterns. But I’ve printed a couple out and these cannot be to scale. Also I live in the US and do not use metric measurements. How do I convert to inches? And also how can I print these to the right sizes?
Hi Deb, thank you for you kind words. As for the plexiglass table thing you are interested in, sorry but have to disappoint you. That came with my Bernina machine. If you really want one, you might have to buy a new machine. They cost around 30pounds each in the UK. What brand machine have you got? I am sure they do one in that brand. Could help you look around. Hope to hear from you. Stay safe. Shan
Hi Shan
Oh my you are so talented!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I noticed a kind of wrap around sewing table so things don’t drop off the side when you are sewing (looks like a patterned plexiglass table). I would love to know where to get it!! I’ve been drooling for one for a while and nothing shows up on any of my googling!
Keep on making beautiful things and sharing – you are a priceless gem!!
Deb
Hi Nancy, Rouleau Loop Turner. Very useful.
What is the name of the tool that you use to pull the elastic through?
Hi Linda, just double click the envelope pattern. it’s working for me. message me again if you have problems. Shan x
How do I get the envelope pattern
Masks are almost impossible to find here in Vancouver and with the help from your website, i now am making Masks for my family. Thank you very much for the patterns and the great instructions.
Glad I can help. Stay safe. x
Thank You very much for the pattern