fitted pocket mask (modified olson), in eight sizes (adult

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Fitted Pocket Mask (Modified Olson), in Eight Sizes (Adult Large toYouth/Child Extra Small)

by jenni.normandin

***UPDATE #3

When soft elastic, adjustable ear loops became widely available, I liked the idea of incorporating them into my pattern. Assuch, I created this YouTube video to explain how to make a quick change to my original pattern and assemblyinstructions to accommodate permanently sewn-in, adjustable ear loops. Many of the steps overlap with those in thisInstructable and will be helpful to understanding the instructions below.

***UPDATE #2

A lter template to accommodate all sizes can be downloaded here.

***UPDATE #1

The pattern and instructions have been updated to include the following:

Metric measurements.Instructions for measuring for t.

***ORIGINAL POST

If, like me, you have been searching for the perfect mask pattern, you know it can be overwhelming. Given myinvolvement with a group of volunteers sewing fabric masks and other items to help Canadian front line workers duringthis di cult time, I’ve had many friends and family ask me for the “best pattern”.

The short answer is, there is no right answer. It really is a matter of need and personal preference. If you're inclined to digdeeper, you may enjoy reading my Fabric Mask Fast Facts & Patterns information sheet. If you're eager to get started,keep reading!

The mask we prefer in my home is a tted style, inspired by the Olson design. Although similar in style, my design is moresimple to cut and assemble. I have also designed multiple sizes, ranging from Adult Large to Youth XS, and added a nosewire channel for better t.

Before we begin, it should go without saying that fabric masks are inferior to medical-grade masks. I o er no guarantees ofprotection should you choose to make and wear these masks. Everyone must do their own research to educate themselvesregarding the best materials to use and the proper use and care of these masks.

Fitted Pocket Mask (Modified Olson), in Eight Sizes (Adult Large to Youth/Child Extra Small):

http://www.instructables.com

http://www.instructables.com/Fitted-Pocket-Mask-in-Eight-Sizes/

http://www.instructables.com/member/jenni.normandin/

https://youtu.be/g1TNp-Yi0mE

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DNPXWD7ffV_IrEtG_7KpwIypcXBwFTUy/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1HlBzvLj_hTIR3ucE5DGp0pg_f7VEshd3

Now let's get started!

Supplies:

Pattern

Instructions

Sewing Machine

Iron

Rotary Cutter (optional)

Scissors

Fabric (100% cotton or cotton blend)

Thread

Pins

Soft,Tailor Tape Measure and/or Ruler

Malleable Metal Nose Piece (such as pipe cleaner)

Pliers

Pre-made Strap (48”/122cm), Elastic (up to 30”/76cm), or Cord (48”/122cm)


https://drive.google.com/open?id=1LHB8cdHblnKFreOqTTBGowmPkr0Dptie

https://drive.google.com/open?id=1DkoKIp9ZTb2oxzt-HiRWQLt8uTAdmgqZ

Step 1: Print Pattern

When printing the pattern, be sure to print the actual size (deselect any scaling options) and print single-sided.Verify the scale by measuring the 1"/2.5cm block.


Step 2: Prepare Pattern Pieces

Cut out the desired pattern size and use a hole punch to remove the dots. For future reference, one dot =TOP and two dots = BOTTOM.Please refer to the Instruction le for steps to measure for t.


https://drive.google.com/open?id=1DkoKIp9ZTb2oxzt-HiRWQLt8uTAdmgqZ

Step 3: Choose Fabric

Step 4: Cut Fabric

Recommended fabrics for masks include tight-weave cotton blends and 100% cotton.It is recommended that the outside (or EXTERIOR piece) fabric is noticeably di erent from the interior(MOUTH & CHEEK) fabric, so it is easy to identify which side to place against your face.

Cut two of each piece.


Step 5: Mark Fabric

Use the tiny holes on each pattern piece to mark each fabric piece.I use a black Sharpie for light fabric and a silver Sharpie for dark.


Step 6: Press & Topstitch

Press under the at edge of each MOUTH piece, and the longest at edge of each CHEEK piece, ¼”/6mmtowards the wrong side of the fabric.Top stitch pressed seams on MOUTH & CHEEK pieces.


Step 7: Stitch & Clip Curved Edges

With right sides together, stitch the curved edge of both the EXTERIOR and MOUTH pieces using a¼”/6mm seam.Clip the curved seams of both the EXTERIOR and MOUTH pieces, taking care to not snip too close to yourstitching. This helps to ease the curve when turning right sides out.


Step 8: Press Curved Edges

Open the two, attached EXTERIOR pieces. With the wrong side up, and TOP of the mask facing away fromyou, press the curved seam of the EXTERIOR piece to the LEFT.Open the two, attached MOUTH pieces. With the wrong side up, and TOP of the mask facing away fromyou, press the seam of the MOUTH piece to the RIGHT.Later, this and the previous step will ensure that the metal nose piece will not catch upon insertion andremoval.


Step 9: Stack & Pin

With right sides together, pin the MOUTH pieces to the EXTERIOR pieces, lining up at centre seam anddots.Ensure the centre seams are both pointing in the same direction.With MOUTH pieces facing up, place, align (using the dots and straight edges) and pin CHEEK pieces,wrong side up.


Step 10: Sew & Turn Right Side Out

1. Align & pin single and double dots.

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Stitch ¼”/6mm seam around the entire perimeter.Clip corners.Turn out CHEEK pieces.Use a tool to push out corners.Turn remainder of mask right side out.


Step 11: Press & Topstitch

Step 12: Pin & Sew Nose Piece Channel

Press the outer edge of the perimeter.Top stitch around the entire perimeter of the mask.

Fold the nished mask in half at the curved, centre seam and place a pin approximately 1.5”/4cm downfrom each side.½-⅝”/1.5cm from the top edge of the nose, sew a line between the two pins, back-stitching at both ends.


Step 13: Create Strap Channels

Fold under short ends of the mask approximately 1”/2.5cm and pin.Sew along top-stitching line, back-stitching at each end.


Step 14: Prepare & Insert Nose Wire

If using pipe cleaners or other, weak wire, twist two or more together to strengthen.Use pliers to turn under and pinch ends so there are no sharp edges.Using a Sharpie, mark direction of nose wire with arrows (right-to-left).


Step 15: Insert Elastic & Measure Fit

Insert elastic up one ear channel and down the other.Place bottom loop over head.Pull cut ends up and over ears, ensuring the mask is snug to face.Secure cut ends by tying or sewing (with 1"/2.5cm overlap).

Alternately, matching/coordinating ties can be made and the wearer can simply tie the ends behind theirhead. See Fabric Masks Fast Facts & Patterns for more details.


https://drive.google.com/open?id=1HlBzvLj_hTIR3ucE5DGp0pg_f7VEshd3

Step 16: Enjoy Your Mask!


Never mind about the email address. I think I attached them. Please let me know if you couldaccess them.

Thank you for sharing!

Jenni- Thank you so, sew much for sharing these instructions.

Our delightful and talented group of volunteers has created a tool that may be helpful to you andlots of other mask makers. A clever high school senior took the PDF of all eight pattern sizes andturned them into files that can be read and used by 3D print shops. We then had two differentcompanies print sets of them for our group. One is owned by the stepson of a mask maker andthe other is the husband of a mask maker. These files can be used by someone with a personal,home 3D printer or a professional 3D print company can make many at a time. We are makingthe non-filter masks. But I have files with all three of the pieces for every size. I can email you thefiles if you would like to post them on your site. Please reach out [email protected] so I can share the bounty. I can try uploading them in anotherpost. There are 24 files - 8 sizes with three pieces each.

We are so excited to have these different mask sizes and the ability to measure faces and matchkids with the right size masks. This will be a deal changer for teachers when we finally get ourstudents back into classrooms.

One question on elastic - we will be using pieces of elastic through each channel that can be tiedtogether to make ear loops. Do you have any recommendations on how long to make thesepieces of elastci for each size mask? We can't make the long piece type for smaller kids becausethey will have a hard time tying them and they also can be a choking hazard for the small kids.Any advice you have would be great.

I belong to a mask making group in Minneapolis called Making and Sharing Kindness

Step 17:


mailto:[email protected]

(M.A.S.K.s). We have collectively donated over 9,000 masks. And we have made even morebecause we sell finished masks for $10 a piece at my friend's ice cream shop - PumphouseCreamery. This allows us to buy more and more fabric and elastic. Thank you so much forsharing your expertise, instructions and patterns with the world.Karen L. Minneapolis, MN

This fills my heart Karen! Thank you so much for sharing this story and the files! Also, pleasethank the young man that created the files -- it is so encouraging to see someone take theinitiative to create and share for the greater good. And congratulations to all of the M.A.S.K.svolunteers for rising to the challenge before us in these strange times! You are all heroes in myeyes. <3 To answer your question re. ear loops, it really depends on the stretch of the elastic. Itypically cut mine to 10 inches for adult masks (to leave enough room for comfortably tying aknot), but I've had some elastic where 8" is enough. Hope that helps.

I love this pattern. Very comfortable mask.

Hi Jenni, I'm having trouble getting the measurements for sizing. Nothing happens when I clickon "Measuring to fit." It keeps sending me back and forth between the same pages ofinstructions, neither of which have the sizing measurements. Can you please help me? Ipreviously cut out and made a mask from another pattern that was supposedly for "women's size"and it didn't fit, so I'd like to know how to measure with your pattern so I don't make the samemistake, wasting time and fabric. Thanks so much! Amy

Yes, you are not the first to encounter this problem. Apparently, in preview mode, the hyperlink Iinserted to advance to the measurement section later in the document does not work. It shouldwork if you open the document in a PDF viewer. Sorry for the confusion.

Thanks for the help...:-)

If you look on the instruction page 3 the information regarding measuring to fit is there.

You're awesome. I found it. I think once I saw the "Enjoy your mask" at the end of the instructionsI stopped scrolling down! That'll teach me...:-)

Thanks. I thought I looked everywhere. I'll check again.


I like this mask in the larger size for men. I left the elastic loosely tied so that my friend can adjustto fit. This is a very easy to make mask once you get started - it's well worth the effort for a veryprofessional result

Do you have a video to watch ?

I don't currently but am hoping to make one soon. Will post here if/when that becomes a reality.

More complex than some patterns I've tried, but also very sturdy, even with the pocket andremovable wire. Now I just need to figure out how to size it to give away.

Why can’t I open the files?

I suggest reloading the page and re-clicking on the link in the Instructable. The files are PDFs.

I would like the sizes in cm

Working on it. By the way, love your user name. My father is familiar with "Olde Grieze".

It is the name of the churchtower from Groningen.But I took my nickname because I am gray since I was 36 and still have lots of hair, being 67now......

Nice! Also, the instruction file now includes both imperial and metric measurements.

What are the dimensions for small and down please I have a big family and would love to know

You're in luck - I just revised the instructions to include how to measure for fit. I hope it helps.

I like this pattern SO much better than the traditional Olson patterns! I have made about 50 Olsonmasks for healthcare workers and I keep having the same problems with not leaving enoughroom for the strap tubes! This one is much better and won't allow for that mistake. I'm going touse it from now on. Thank you for sharing! One question: why mark the direction that you insertthe wire in the end?

Glad you like it! And beautiful work! The arrows indicate the direction to insert & remove the wireso it will not catch on the centre seam.

Really like this pattern!


Is the large the original Olson mask that they had posted ?

It is not identical, but it does yield almost exactly the same size.

A simple step by step instruction. I love it. I have been suing other pattern but yours is very nice.Thank you.

You're most welcome, and thanks for sharing your photos! Your mask looks beautiful - nice work!

I love your sewing machine table. Can you tell me what brand it is? thanks

Thanks! I love it too! My husband bought it for me about 15 years ago from a specialty sewingstore in Ottawa, ON, Canada that has since closed. Pretty sure it was made by a local cabinet-maker. I’ve looked all over for a sticker, but, unfortunately, there are no identifying marks.

Thanks for looking, I really appreciate it. I might see if I can find a local cabinet maker who canmake me something like it. Take care, be safe.

Rockler provides the hardware to make a sewing machine support which has three levels. It canbe pushed down out of sight as well as allow the machine's sewing surface to be flush with thetable top or to raise the machine above the level of the table top so you can sew shirt sleevesetc. The white piece under the table is the mechanism. Rockler also has plans for DIY. I have noconnection with Rockler. I was thinking of modifying my table to use this mechanism.


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