Do you sew? We are looking for donations of sewn fabric surgical masks to help protect our healthcare personnel as they care for COVID-19 patients. The supply of manufactured surgical masks are at critically low level throughout the nation and we need your help! Fabric masks offer the benefit of being able to be washed and re-used. Still a large supply is needed, as each healthcare worker changes their mask several times during a shift, as the mask becomes soiled or damp. Being stylish is great - -- but we are more concerned about functionality. Non-matching fabrics, and threads are just fine – but a well sewn mask with no frayed edges or missed seams or “holes” is a necessity. We’ve provided a standard pattern, instructions, and some additional guidelines below. Thanks so much for your help and please share this information with your sewing friends๐
- There are 2 versions of instructions for you to choose from.
- Use minimal or non-stretch fabric.
- Do not use polyester, it isn’t very breathable and holds moisture.
- Use new fabric. Worn or dirty fabric will not be protective.
- Enclose completed masks in a closed plastic bag or closed plastic container.
- You do not need to wash the masks. MHP will launder them as they are received.
- If you can not find elastic, ties will also work.
- We recommend you wash the material first before sewing anything because it will shrink a bit.
- Here is a tutorial video of someone creating a similar mask. https://www.facebook.com/GStevensPhotography/videos/10157064678445509/
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Questions? Contact Linda Bacon at 317-421-5676 or e-mail lbacon@majorhospital.org