Now what you know 'bout matching your mask to your garms?

Hello!
It's been a long time, I shouldna left you!

Hope you've been fine!  I'm good but life as they say, got in the way, and just as I'm preparing to come back to public life, the world that I knew changed.

Well, I figure I just gotta change right along with it.

Today, the Scottish Government recommended members of the public wear face masks while out in public places in agreement with the Mayor of London.  The UK Government are not making such a recommendation.

As PPE is reserved right rightly for care personnel, I've designed and produced my own cotton masks for wearing out and about and using my sewing skills for practicality and aesthetics.

Not using elastic for these as from my understanding, when removed, these masks are best washed in hot water and ironed to keep them clean. Don't think elastic can stand up to that drama on a regular basis.  I realise that these masks are not considered as germ resistant in the way that medical masks are, but at the very least assist in preventing me from infecting anyone else, but are not a substitute for social distancing.... Now less talking and a finally a picture.

I've drafted the pattern to ensure that the mask fits snugly under the chin and over the nose.  Thought that this African wax fabric inspired print dress and mask combo would help with getting used to this new normal.  I call it sewing my way out of sadness.

Ain't nothing wrong with keeping stylish even during these times!

What's your thought on my providing a free pattern and maybe even a tutorial?

Thanks for stopping by, see you again soon!

xxx,

J.