DIY Fabric Face Mask Clip 2

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These clips enable you to craft a mask from any suitable fabric material. The design includes files to create the clips that hold the fabric, as well as the rings that keep the clips firmly clamped down on the fabric. They are designed to grip very tightly to any fabric and can be worn all day without slipping. This mask is engineered to prevent you from touching your mouth or nose, and although not professionally tested, it helps prevent large infected particulate matter from entering your mouth or nose. As the Covid-19 virus is not airborne, this mask works to help prevent you from contracting Covid by keeping you from touching your mouth and nose. I designed this to best fit two layers of thin cotton fabric but more should work as long as they can fit into the clips. Video coming soon! You will need: Fabric of any type (preferably cotton or other comfortable, breathable fabric) 2x 3D printed clips (provided) 2x 3D printed rings (provided) 2x large rubber bands (preferably 4"+), or some kind of string or yarn Instructions: Start by 3D printing 2 of the provided clips and rings using the specified settings. Measurement & Fabric 1. Measure the width of your face, measuring from ear to ear. 2. Measure the height from the middle of your nose to the bottom of your chin (double or triple this measurement when cutting depending on how many layers you want). 3. Using a marker, pen, or pencil, draw your measurements onto the fabric. 4. Cut along the lines you drew on the fabric using scissors. 5. Fold the fabric if necessary. Attaching the Clips 1. Align the fabric so that the smooth folded side is at the bottom and the open ends are at the top. 2. Starting about a 1/2" from the edge of the fabric, feed some of the fabric down into the clip, making sure you get the fabric down into the bottom. 3. Keep pushing the fabric down into the clip allowing it to sort of bunch up (try to distribute the bunches throughout the clip so as they are not too large). 4. Squeeze together the open end of the clip with all of the fabric within and slide the square ring over and slide it down as far as possible (it should be a tight fit). 5. To have the straps go around your head, cut and fasten either your rubber band or string to fasten the straps of the mask. 6. Fit the mask onto your face. If it is loose, pull more fabric through the clips until it is at the desired size. 7. Cut excess fabric off of the ends once desired fitment is achieved. Optional: Use a paperclip to conform the mask around the shape of your nose for a better fit.