#SFM Simple Face Mask

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<p>Assembly Method:<br/> <figure class="media"> <oembed url="https://youtu.be/AT4CP_YLxBA"></oembed> </figure> </p> <p>We wanted to create a quick and simple mask for general use, in our opinion it is best to have anything covering your mouth and nose (including a scarf or t-shirt) then to have noting for short trips outside.<br/> The beauty of the duck bill shape is that it is comfortable, doesn't sit directly on your mouth, and has a pocket to breathe into. We tested a few materials the results can be seen below but please share your experience with different materials.</p> <p>What you'll need</p> <p>-6-8mm (1/4" imperial) Elastic Fabric <a href="https://www.spotlightstores.com/sewing-fabrics/haberdashery/elastics/birch-braided-elastic/BP80211313">https://www.spotlightstores.com/sewing-fabrics/haberdashery/elastics/birch-braided-elastic/BP80211313</a><br/> -Outer fabric (see fabrics tested below)<br/> -Inner fabric (see fabrics tested below)<br/> -A sewing machine or needle and thread</p> <p>The materials we tested:</p> <p>-Acrylic felt, this cut well however if cut too slow can leave a burnt smell, we found it easy to breathe through<br/> -100% cotton cut very easy had no smell and seemed like a good choice in terms of outside layer. Cotton will be easier to wash.<br/> -Looking at how professional masks are made we found Non-woven Polypropylene was very commonly used. We suggest using 2-3 layers of this inside a cotton outer liner</p> <p>However always be careful you can breathe easily with any mask you make</p> <h3>Print instructions</h3><p>Assembly Method:<br/> <figure class="media"> <oembed url="https://youtu.be/AT4CP_YLxBA"></oembed> </figure> </p> <p>Wash your hands before &amp; after touching your mask or anyone else's</p> <p>1 Download the files and set them cutting (our laser was set to power 15 and speed 150 RD works)</p> <p>2 Pull out your outer cover, and use the same file to cut your inner liner</p> <p>3 Cut a piece of fabric elastic 350mm long</p> <p>4 Layer your fabrics how you please and place the elastic in the middle of the layers</p> <p>5 Sew the mask up both sides, making sure you stitch the elastic into the middle layer</p> <p>6 Try the mask on, but try not touch the inside</p>