How to Make a No-Sew Face Mask

With the CDC recommending the use of cloth face masks in public settings, many people are seeking easy and accessible ways to create their own masks. Whether you have a Cricut machine or not, this guide will show you how to make a no-sew face mask using materials you likely already have at home, such as an old t-shirt. This method is straightforward and doesn’t require any sewing skills, making it perfect for everyone.

Materials Needed

For Cricut Explore Machine

• LightGrip mat (12″ x 12″)
• T-Shirt (cotton preferred)
• Self-Healing Cutting Mat
• Rotary Cutter (optional)
• Fabric Scissors (optional)
• Fabric Marking Pen (optional)

For Cricut Maker Machine

• Old t-shirt (cotton preferred)
• FabricGrip Machine Mat (12″ x 24″)
• Rotary Blade

Without a Cutting Machine

• T-Shirt (cotton preferred)
• Regular Scissors
• Fabric Scissors (optional)
• Fabric Marking Pen (optional)

Making the Mask with Cricut Explore Machine

Preparation

1. Use the Mat Preview screen in Design Space to move pieces to different mats or colors.
2. Rotate the piece to fit on a 12″ x 12″ (30.5 cm x 30.5 cm) mat.

Cutting the Fabric

1. Follow the prompts in Design Space® to cut the images from the cardstock.
2. Tip: For detailed instructions on cutting the t-shirt using the template, refer to the “Assemble” section below.

Assembling the Mask

1. Lay out the t-shirt on a self-healing mat or other flat surface and smooth out wrinkles by hand. Plan where to cut from the t-shirt.
   • Tip: Proper planning can yield multiple masks from a single t-shirt.
2. Place the template on the t-shirt and trace around it, or cut directly through both layers of the t-shirt.
   • Tip: Don’t forget to cut the slits!
3. Match up the two pieces, placing a scrap piece in between the layers if desired.
4. Fold the top edge of both layers down about 0.5″ (1.3 cm) and bring to your face, with the inner layer against your face, holding by the top loops on both sides.
5. Loop the top slits over your ears on each side.
6. Bring the bottom slits up to loop over your ears on each side again. Adjust the fit as necessary.
   • Tip: Use leftover strips from the t-shirt to create ties or try ear saver projects to save your ears.

Making the Mask with Cricut Maker Machine

Preparation

1. Use the Mat Preview screen to move pieces to different mats or colors.
2. Rotate the piece to fit on a 12″ x 12″ (30.5 cm x 30.5 cm) mat, ensuring the greatest stretch is along the longest part of the pattern.

Cutting the Fabric

1. Cut using the appropriate settings and blade for your materials.

Assembling the Mask

1. Gather all the pieces and press if necessary. Match up the two pieces with a scrap piece in between the layers, if desired.
2. Fold the top edge of both layers down about 0.5″ (1.3 cm) and bring to your face, with the inner layer against your face, holding by the top loops on both sides.
3. Loop the top slits over your ears on each side.
4. Bring the bottom slits up to loop over your ears on each side again. Adjust the fit as necessary.
   • Tip: Use leftover strips from the t-shirt to create ties or try ear saver projects to save your ears.

Making the Mask Without a Cutting Machine

Preparation

1. Download and print the pattern.

Cutting the Fabric

1. Lay out the t-shirt on a self-healing mat or other flat surface and smooth out wrinkles by hand. Plan where to cut from the t-shirt.
   • Tip: Proper planning can yield multiple masks from a single t-shirt.
2. Fold the t-shirt in half and use scissors or a rotary cutter to cut around the pattern.
   • Tip: Don’t forget to cut the slits!

Assembling the Mask

1. Fold the top edge of both layers down about 0.5″ (1.3 cm) and bring to your face, with the inner layer against your face, holding by the top loops on both sides.
2. Loop the top slits over your ears on each side.
3. Bring the bottom slits up to loop over your ears on each side again. Adjust the fit as necessary.
   • Tip: Use leftover strips from the t-shirt to create ties or try ear saver projects to save your ears.

Conclusion

Making your own no-sew face mask at home is a simple and effective way to follow CDC guidelines while utilizing materials you already have. Whether you use a Cricut machine or not, these step-by-step instructions will help you create comfortable and functional masks quickly.

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