Over the past few weeks, I’ve tried out a number of different face mask patterns from pleated to fitted and found that a lot of patterns smushed my nose down and left open areas on the top, sides, and bottom for air to flow freely in and out. The easiest to sew pattern with the best fit for me was Homemade on our Homestead’s pattern. When tied properly to the back of the head and cinched tight, the mask makes a nice seal around the chin and sides of the face that I was unable to achieve with pleated or fitted mask patterns. I’ve added a few adjustments to the pattern including a curved top to contour the nose and under the eyes, and I added a wire pocket for a removable nose wire. I also made animal versions of the pattern in adult and child sizes to make wearing a mask fun!
Please note that homemade masks are not a replacement for medical protective equipment. If you make masks to sell or donate, you should not make claims that your masks will protect against COVID-19/Coronavirus.
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Select the pattern(s) you’d like to print after following the link to download the patterns. The patterns come in both adult and child size, and there are different patterns for sewing a plain mask, a dino/shark/dragon mask, and a corgi/otter/tiger/hamster mask. The child size is based off the child size pattern by Homemade on Our Homestead. I do not have any children, so I haven’t been able to do a proper in-person fitting for children while in quarantine. I’ve sewn a few patterns for children ages 7-12 that have been picked up or dropped, and the child size pattern seems to fit well based on the photos I’ve received. For small children, you may want to trim some off the edges of the pattern for a better fit. According to the CDC, children under the age of two and those with trouble breathing should not wear a mask.
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Print pattern at 100%. (See a tutorial on printing and assembling patterns here.)
UPDATE 4/30/20: If you are making masks to donate and would like a printable instruction sheet to put with your masks, there is a downloadable PDF info sheet available here.
Whether you are making a plain mask or an animal mask, all steps are the same except for making the mask front. The steps directly below are for a plain front mask. If you want to make an animal mask, scroll down for corgi/tiger/otter/hamster mask instructions or shark/dino/dragon mask instructions.
Depending on which animal you are making, you may or may not need a nose. If you are making a hamster, you can embroider along the Y-shape on the front pattern piece. The instructions below are for a sewn nose. If you prefer to make an applique nose (and tiger stripes), check out this applique tutorial by Shiny Happy World.
I’d love to see what you make with this pattern! Post your photos in my Fluffmonger Patterns group on Facebook!
If you’re interested in sewing more than just face masks, check out my plush sewing tutorials! If you’ve never sewn a plush toy before, check out this full-length video tutorial on how to sew a plush otter. It will take you through all the skills you need to sew a plush toy.
Please note that homemade masks are not a replacement for medical protective equipment. If you make masks to sell or donate, you cannot make claims that your masks will protect against COVID-19/Coronavirus.
If you make animal masks using this pattern to sell, please give credit to Fluffmonger with “pattern by Fluffmonger” and a link to my website www.fluffmonger.com on your tags and listings.
This design is protected by federal copyright law (© 2020) and may not be reproduced in any form. Reproduction of this design, either in part or whole, or distribution of this pattern electronically or by hard copy is strictly prohibited.
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By chance do you sell these masks? As a family of 4 I would love to get a few for my family. Especially the animal ones for my daughters. They are all super cute patterns and I love all the details you added to your design and I especially like that you provided templates but I am not a crafty person nor do I have a sewing machine. Thank you.
Hi, Aurora! Thank you for your kind words! Unfortunately, I am not selling any. The masks I have been making are being donated to a specific organization in my home town. If you like, feel free to post in my Fluffmonger Patterns group on facebook that you are looking for someone to make you masks using my pattern for you to purchase. I don’t know the members of my group personally, but they should be able to provide examples of their work for you to decide if you want to buy from them (some even have Etsy shops). I hope that helps! Stay safe and well!
I luv, luv, luv this pattern, video, etc. Please can you add the link for fabric used. I like your selection fabrics and need a source other than my Joann’s – Because of the demand my fabric orders of the nicer prints keep getting canceled. Thank you
These look great. I will have to try them. Esp like animals ones since I am a Vet Tech
Thank you! I bet they will be much appreciated at your work then! I hope you enjoy the patterns!
I cannot get the pattern link to download…I am not a novice using computers and online .pdf downloads…What am I missing here?
If you’ve been able to get to the Free Pattern Library and click on the link to download, be sure to check your downloads folder on your computer. It will be in a zip file, so you’ll have to click on the folder to “unzip it” and access the files. http://fluffmonger.net/fluffmonger-free-pattern-library/
Good Morning. I keep clicking on the download link for the pattern, but nothing happens.
If you’ve been able to get to the Free Pattern Library and click on the link to download, be sure to check your downloads folder on your computer. It will be in a zip file, so you’ll have to click on the folder to “unzip it” and access the files. http://fluffmonger.net/fluffmonger-free-pattern-library/
I cant wait to try this for my grandkids. Can you use elastic instead of the tie?
Kathy, do you mean using elastic instead of cord? you won’t be able to cinch the mask without the tension of the cord. If you want to gather the fabric by stretching the elastic and stitching it to the mask, you can try that to see if it works, but I would recommend cord or t-shirt fabric if you have it.
I don’t have a printer. Could you possibly give the measurements of the pattern. Thank you.
I can give the dimensions of the mask pieces, but it won’t include the nose curve that is included in the pattern. The Adult mask pieces are 10″ by 8″, and the child mask pieces are 9″ by 7″.
I found some attractive and some cute fabric at Makers Mercantile online.
This is a great design, and it’s exactly what I was looking for: a mask with a wire loop (and the wire can be removed) and a filter pocket!. The t-shirt yarn is a revelation! For me, the mask fits better with t-shirt yarn than with a soft, stretchy shoelace. The mask was pretty easy to make even for a novice. Thank you very much!
I’m so glad you like the pattern and it worked out for you! I agree that t-shirt yarn works the best!
What is the safest way to remove the mask while avoiding touching the front of it.
Hi, Linda! If you use t-shirt yarn for the cord, it has stretch to it. Without untying it from the back of your head, you can just stretch the cord and pop it off your head.
I would love two buy two of those a dog one for my daughter & any one for myself.
Help!!! I can’t get the pattern to download. I want to make the plain front. I like the curve at the top. Hope you can help me get the pattern. The ks
I’m sorry you’ve been experiencing difficulty getting the pattern. The internet browser you are using might be presenting the web page in an odd way. If you can, try opening the web page in a different browser (e.g. chrome, safari, etc.). If you’ve been able to get to the Free Pattern Library and click on the link to download, be sure to check your downloads folder on your computer. It will be in a zip file, so you’ll have to click on the folder to “unzip it” and access the files. http://fluffmonger.net/fluffmonger-free-pattern-library/
I have no T-Shirts to cut up so I might go with the shoe lace idea. My niece will going to college where the mascot is a Tiger. I will be making her one of the tiger masks to take to school, if it happens. Her school is hoping to open in the Fall.
That’s so sweet of you to make her a tiger mask! I hope she has a great school year!
love these ideas! also if you flip the tie, with the mask loop at the top and the tie at the bottom, you can wear it without disturbing your hair. The top loop goes over your ears, under your hair and lays just under your hair line. The bottom tie is tied lower, about the middle of your back neck.
These are excellent! Thank you!