NO SEW FACE MASK | Upcycled T-shirt | NO SEWING MACHINE | 5 minute mask

In todays video I'm showing you how I created this NO SEW face mask with a filter pocket (optional use) and an optional nose wire. I've had a lot of requests for masks that didn't require any sewing or only involved hand sewing. I'm not much for hand sewing but creating a mask that doesn't require any sewing was something I was happy to do. I hope you all find this mask tutorial from an up cycled T-Shirt helpful. This mask is comfortable to wear because of the stretchy material. Anyone can make this!
Disclaimer: Use homemade masks at your own risk. There is no guarantee that masks will protect you from contracting a respiratory illness.
The best method for protection is adequate hand washing and social distancing (as indicated). Here's a link to the CDC for more information.
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[@ohmercy5924]

Wonderful no sew mask. Short and sweet and very clear instructions. Much appreciated. To all those who have ideas to add- some useful, some “I would have” “you should have” at least have the courtesy if not the gratitude and kindness to thank the woman for her work in providing such a valuable service to us. Don’t be so rude and self centered. She’s giving her time- but more importantly she’s showing her care and compassion for others by doing these videos. Something sorely lacking in our world today. If you have some “better” ideas then make a couple of them to get the pattern right, film them, explain what your doing, upload them for the benefit of others. Then wait for the comments and see what it feels like.

[@veemcg3682]

Well said !! I agree. God bless and keep you safe.

[@meherkhan153]

Hi ,dear I too appreciate your concern about the lady who has put all the effort to mk this workable 😘🙏

[@karenmcneil1746]

Well said. There will always be those who claim to know better. I personally think this is the best demonstration of diy masks I’ve seen so far. Def going to try it

[@hillmeli]

That was ABSOLUTELY creative in its simplicity. I love that she really kept it rustic and natural in its construction...Things DON'T have to be so mental and complex. Thank you, girl!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

So sweet. Thanks Hill

[@51941028]

Thank you for all you do as a nurse and for your easy to make face masks. For this current one, if you find that it's too wide for your face, you can always twist both ends before sliding it over your ears.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Yes. That’s what I did to make it fit my kids :)

[@themessybunmafia]

Or make a second slit for the ears :)

[@cyy3793]

instead of a "loop hole", just make a slit across. It will function the same and will be much easier to make. And I noticed your T shirt has long sleeves. Just cut off those two sleeves, cut two slits at the end as "loop holes", insert the filter material inside the sleeve, and you already have TWO masks..maybe even a better one because the filter material will not drop out.

[@ericab936]

C YY Spoken like a pro. Each one teach one that’s how we learn. Thank u. I am about to cut some sleeves off some old shirts.

[@deejeff8846]

Good thinking! Thanks

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Great tip! whatever works. I made sleeve masks as well. I used these sleeves on the shirt for another tutorial

[@suelovescats]

That's what i did .. i just left mine a rectangle also and just tuck corners when i put it on , I didn't have pipe cleaners so i just tuck it in each side of my nose . If it's my face pretty well...

[@user-ellievator]

@@suelovescats I just got a mental image of someone poking the cloth up their nostrils! I know that's not what you meant though....

[@sharonjohnson3414]

GM! Thank you for sharing your quick and easy demo. Some can be so long and drawn out...The Easier, The Safest, The Better!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You are welcome!

[@veemcg3682]

Thank you for this idea ❤️ I can sew but cannot at present so really grateful to have the option not to. The only item in my wardrobe with any lycra or Spandex is an under-garment but it has been laundered so here goes!!

[@victoriameredith629]

Did anyone else shriek in horror as she cut the pipe cleaner with THE GOOD SCISSORS?!? I will never forget the lecture I got for using the Sacred Sewing Scissors to cut paper. :) Of course, I am constantly having to buy new scissors as an adult because I do the same dang thing. I love how easy this tutorial is, too.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Lol I’d shriek too if these were my good scissors. But they aren’t. These are my “cut anything besides fabric” scissors ✂️

[@victoriameredith629]

@@homemadeonourhomestead --Oh, good. I have a whole box of those, most of which used to be good scissors until I cut something stupid with them. :)

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Oh my gosh me too!!! Lol

[@beesmart4048]

Fantastic. Now I know why our teacher years ago in our first-grade elementary class said it was important to learn how to use our little scissors with paper.

[@lemonflavoreds4312]

Thank you so much , for a person zero sewing skills and two active toddlers , you are a life saver ! Thank you !

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@catmom1322]

As an "old" nurse, the pipe cleaner is brilliant!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

thank you. from one nurse to another, were pretty creative as a whole. we can make something from nothing in a pinch.

[@barrez7300]

Finally a mask I can make and wear that protects and is comfortable.THANK YOU! Brilliant, clever and practical. YOU are lovely to watch as well. Blessings.

[@LorritaMorganJones]

I would use pattern weights or my old stand by, soup cans, to hold the pattern down while cutting.

[@Chellyrobb]

This is awesome! It's best though, to touch the mask itself as little as possible and clean it before you use it the first time. I have been informed the safest way to put them on is to only handle them from the ear straps, ties or elastic. Thanks for this simple low cost idea!

[@kezzachadda8175]

Made ur version mask and it's way more comfortable fitting than the other masks I've made ! Huge thanks 👍👍👍👍👏❤❤🕊

[@judieribic7212]

Love the statement. Going for protection not perfection.

[@barbararobinson4698]

Thanks I just made three from some spandex, I kept the opening at the top so the filter doesn’t drop out as one of your viewers suggested, I also stay stitched around the edges, because I could. I will donate them because they are both too small for me despite the stretchiness of the Spandex. I am goi g to try some T-Shirt material I have and makes them a bit wider. Great for those who don’t sew!

[@gloriabradley5709]

Love this will make one. Thanks

[@fredfischer6676]

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[@johnr.8723]

Ma’am...you are a genius! Going to personalize a mask for work!

[@clemmenwoods2517]

Great idea and inexpensive. Will try.

[@chainamarie03]

FANTASTIC!!!! I've been struggling to make a mask since we had to wear one. Some vids says use only 100% cotton. I can't sew worth a damn....so now all I need to do is find something with spandex that I don't need for wearing.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you :)

[@sheronpinel159]

@@homemadeonourhomestead .

[@sueclark174]

See the video from Mr. DOMESTIC! use a bandana.

[@sueclark174]

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[@tomc1154]

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[@Sldejo]

Straight up the easiest homemade face mask ever. I’ve made 5 in about 45 minutes. Thank you very much!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Wonderful! Thank you :)

[@ms.cherry2336]

Very creative and it looks comfortable.

[@missmikaylajaynemarriott5546]

Hi Ms. Cherry

[@ActivityPhoto]

And totally useless.

[@joebloggs7425]

@@ActivityPhoto useless? Could you please clarify why because I was intending to try this. Thanks.

[@ms.cherry2336]

@@missmikaylajaynemarriott5546 Hey. Stay safe out there.

[@playlist7200]

This was awesome for us non-sewers. After half an hour, I now have two washable face masks and can replace the filter daily. They are comfortable, too. I haven't done the nose wire yet, but the fit is pretty close, especially when I took someone's tip to cut a slit instead of the oval cut-outs for the ear loops. I did keep the bottom sewn seam on the T shirt for one of the edges to give a more finished look, and left the top open to keep the filter in place. Thank you so much for this tutorial!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You’re very welcome

[@wendyearwood]

I used my Lularoe leggings and cut on the fold of the legs...I never liked them but jumped on that bandwagon. At least they are getting a second chance...lol I did extend the length on mine so my ears wouldn’t bend. A very versatile pattern. thanks for the video!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Of course! And thanks for the legging suggestion :)

[@jane4835]

Love this design...no sew!

[@fredsawyer2102]

Brie, you’ve done it again - so glad you did not stop yourself from making another face covering tutorial.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Stay tuned Fred! I have a video going live at 7am today with 7 (says 5) ideas for no sew masks

[@robertbege9916]

Something is much better than nothing but if you're in more risk zone head to getadealfor (.com)(google it) to get n95 mask . They still have stock. 1:15 Ry5As

[@themessybunmafia]

Thank you! Great tutorial - we we’re given a couple of similar masks and they are very comfy. I do sew, but with everything put away I just am not interested in dragging it out. This is such a simple and yet THOROUGH tutorial and is going to save me so much playing and trial and error. Will making several as we open back up for the fam so i can rotate through the wash Appreciate the effort and time! ♥️

[@libbieholt6379]

messy buns Sherri

[@DM-ye5qo]

Great video, I am not artistic or creative in any way. You made the whole process of making a mask so easy that even I can do it. THANK YOU

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@heathergibson53]

Love it, l showed it to my husband ( he has one of those personalities that gets frustrated very easily with “projects “ and although he squirmed a bit,he was very happy with the “ ending”, a think we have a winner here! Thanks!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Oh good :)

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

I have 4 other mask styles as well. I also have a Bandana no sew video I just published and another video that has 5 no sew options :)

[@furqaanshah5570]

@@homemadeonourhomestead please can you send the link to me?

[@lcsaldana8712]

Definitely will try this since I am not good at sewing.

[@ineso4474]

Muchas gracias por enseñar este cubre bocas es practico .Saludos 🇨🇱

[@jtbaz7w]

ThAnk You. God Bless & Be Safe.

[@BUBBLESMOMMOM2011]

Thank you so much for this video; I am going to attempt to make one tonight. You were so clear with your instructions !

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you

[@HH-yz7vx]

such a good quality shirt!

[@originalhazelgreene]

This year I am reeeeally regretting being so diligent about giving away old clothes my whole life...

[@444LAAH]

I just gave a lot away, but still have stuff I can use. People ate so creative with mask and even matching them with every outfit out here in California

[@artandfiction4534]

@@444LAAH hmm. Y'all are actually doing it as a fashion choice. 👍

[@Noorstud]

Yes. You are right. We are looking for protection and not for perfection. Thanks

[@mcalegan]

I am looking forward to trying this. I haven't found one that is easy to wear yet. I think this design will make it a bit more comfortable for when I can finally return to Disney. Thank you.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Hope you like it!

[@kenny125rangers]

Absolutely brilliant one of the best ive seen yet

[@brickcitychic6175]

Nice ..looks comfy for your ears. I sew and will add this to my mask collection..great idea and neat. .

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Enjoy!

[@gearldenetwillie9110]

I like this no sew face mask, I made my second face mask today and went out shopping. My goodness it is so easy to make. Nice pattern

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you-I appreciate the positive feedback

[@debbiechaney6607]

Great and explained very well!!

[@pattallant2398]

This one is great, easy and looks to be able to cover just fine. Thanks for this idea! 😉👍😷

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You’re welcome 😊

[@christinafountain3967]

Homemade on our Homestead need pattern

[@christinafountain3967]

Need a pattern please

[@crmbaker]

K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple Sally/Sam 😷🤭 Your tutorial is the best one I've seen. Great for those who don't own a sewing machine!!! Many blessings to you!!!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you so much

[@stephaniezahner168]

This is probably the easiest no sew mask I have seen. Tfs 👍

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

It really is!

[@salomemeritas]

The mask is brilliant (Kudos) best one I have seen!!!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you. So sweet Mary Ellen

[@OCWatchCatMEOW]

You are absolutely AMAZING! Happy Nurse Appreciation Day!!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You are so sweet! Thank you. Makes me happy to be able to help others in the best way possible. Appreciate the comments :)

[@arnoldwatson5496]

It took 1 week to get n95 mask delivered from getadealfor .com(google it). But Personally i think more secured now. 4:56 Pw7Yu3Q

[@alecadcock9375]

I have just placed one order on getadealfor .com(google it) for n95. they have large stock. 6:53 Lf6Pf

[@groundskeeper5292]

I just cut the sleeve off a mans t shirt. Makes a good mask. Can wear it around you neck like a bandanna then lift up around your face as a mask. Covers nose mouth and ears.

[@meanbean98]

ive thought about the tshirt way since i used to design my own tshirts when i was younger it washes nicely and stretches well .but with the spandex material combined should come back to its size .I like the idea of no sewing sometimes

[@rosalindaa67]

Great job I love it thank God Bless you

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you

[@debrarucker6060]

I love it.......Thank you so much for sharing 💕

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@fanfanwong6233]

Is the simplest method I ever seen . 😊 thanks

[@bettymeszaros8279]

This is great I am 85 and have been looking for something I could make myself.

[@TheLoggerm8]

You are a genius!! Looks so comfortable...thank you!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you

[@carolmcdonough9689]

thank u, this was the easiest mask to make...

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You’re welcome

[@Chutney1luv]

Excellent demonstration! Thank you!⭐👍⭐

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You’re welcome

[@toniaholmberg1459]

Great job !! When I wear my masks i make the ties longer and instead of trying the bottom ones behind my neck I pull them up to the top of my head as well...it helps with the fit under my chin ! Keep up the great work and thanks for sharing !

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Great tip!

[@Soo_Blessed]

THANK YOU !!!!!! I'm just getting over the virus I'm short winded and know this mask is not as heavy as some It will be the easiest for me to wear once I am able I probably could sew one but why when you don't have to YES!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

oh wow. Im so sorry you were sick. So glad you recovered. Hope all remains well. Stay safe out there.

[@ohmercy5924]

Sandra L. Moralez glad you survived and are on the mend. THANK YOU for the good news.

[@jazminecarter7082]

Happy to hear of a recovery 🙏♥️ ..

[@thedoneeye]

So simple and easy to follow! I think this is how Spiderman got one of his first masks too 😉

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

😊

[@carpe-diemstudio6316]

simply ingenious!

[@jyostnaahmed5457]

This is great - easy to follow & thanks for sharing ❤️

[@andreasutter6767]

Thank you for sharing. Your tutorial was easy to understand.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jamiepan7650]

Thank you for sharing, and caring.

[@LeahIvan]

Ok I did't think I had a 'bigger than average' face until trying this out with a 100% cotton shirt.I needed to add an extra inch to the template to make something that didn't fold my ears in :D Great tutorial, very easy to follow and made great emergency masks to keep in the glove box for the 'oops i forgot a mask' moments!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

thank you so much

[@mrshurst2376]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ TY FOR THIS!!!! I have 5 girls and need masks big time.... annnd I don’t sew if I don’t have to! I appreciate this video 🥰

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

you're very welcome :)

[@ArabianShalifa]

Okay I made one yesterday for the fun if it. I had made our son a t-shirt quilt last summer so I used the back left over from it. it was snug but works. Wednesday this week my husband will have to wear on to go to his aunts funeral he could not get it on. I sliced it in the middle and added two inches then made a second one it will work for him. I had about a half in left over from where I cut the first one so I added that also to the bigger one

[@sonjaparham6224]

Pretty cool. I never would have thought of the pipe cleaner.

[@dimidomo7946]

Excellent and easy. Thank you for saving lives.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You're welcome!

[@tamaramorton8812]

Ingenious! Thank you.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You're welcome!

[@saltlifegull4091]

Fabulous idea, wire pipe cleaners, etc. You look great in it. Friends from NW Florida and thanks for sharing.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you so much.

[@jackiemanchester5128]

Thank you. Great instructions verbally and visually. Clear and simple. Good work.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Glad it was helpful!

[@PippiLong1]

Thank you for another easy mask. Great for fitting difficult faces.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Yay! This makes me so happy :) thank you

[@sherryfowlergrey2210]

Brilliant! Thank you!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You’re welcome

[@michemckenna9030]

Thank you so much for sharing!

[@BouksFlawsStuff747]

AWWWWESOME very creative 👍

[@yvonnehatin3066]

Certainly going to try this specially for hubbie think he likes this better.👍🇦🇺

[@adalla1]

Great idea. Thank you for sharing

[@hardluckwoman0777]

Thank you . I had a bunch of old shirts that belonged to my toddlers . All the medical masks I had prior (I have an autoimmune disease) cant fit them. This is perfect and it can have a character they like on it . Plus so easy !!!

[@sandiesanchez3892]

great I hope I can do it. Thank you

[@juliaq8106]

This is awesome best video for making a no sew face mask. Thanx

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

My pleasure 😊

[@yvonneaviles5848]

Best one yet!

[@deborahschliep1070]

Thank you! God bless you!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you Deborah

[@seventhreetwo8119]

I found that the best material is old, used and unwashed underwear. It has the elasticity and is cheaper than a shirt. Plus since it's used you don't need to worry about waste because you are buying new underwear with Grandpappy Joe's stimulants check. The shape is already there as well so you just have to trim to your face size and it's ready to go. They come in many colors and options and you can open the front hole for breathing outside if needed. There are a few videos on this if you want to see it in action. Good luck to all

[@yvettek1585]

Awesome idea thank you for sharing

[@grammys02]

Love it! Thank you!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@donnamichaelgolelswholesom385]

Brilliant, thanks. I will share.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you

[@donnamichaelgolelswholesom385]

You are very welcome, you are helping people that other wise would have no idea what to do!! God bless you and your family! I am proud to share your uncomplicated video! And thank you for caring and sharing your talent your gifts to the world.

[@anazivick303]

Why do you draw two more openings on the other half of the fabric if you’re going to fold the fabric and make only two cuts?

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

The other cuts are for the ear loops.

[@angelaweeks5607]

Wow that was amazing and easy to make without sewing. Nicely done! Love it😍❤❤🙂 🙂🙂❤❤

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thanks so much 😊

[@remadilip5079]

Good work,I love it.thank you so much.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you too!

[@dawnklumpp8422]

Love it very easy thanks so much

[@amiraelt]

Brilliant! Thank you for sharing

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

My pleasure!

[@paulapeace1]

WOW.....awesome. thank you for sharing

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Our pleasure!

[@charisecochran1340]

Love it thanks

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Of course

[@rosedookie2760]

Hi just found your video and love the way you made your no sew mask. I subscribed and thank you for sharing

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thanks for subbing!

[@Juano63]

Thank you for the tutorial. What are the dimensions for a larger face?

[@mbr0mgreen]

Juan Oyola î

[@LiliAquinas]

A good way to find the dimensions for a custom-sized mask for either a larger or smaller face is to hold up the T-shirt (or whatever stretchy material you are planning to use) to the person's face, and ever so gently tug the fabric (so it is snug like she demonstrates at the end of the video), marking from the middle of one ear, across the face and nose, and back to the middle of the other ear. Mark both ear "points", and then mark the height of the mask on the person's face, from about the upper half of the nose down to just under the chin. (Yes, it is easier to describe than to actually do the measuring!) The reason to use the fabric rather than just using a ruler or tape measure is so you don't have to take the stretch percentage of the fabric into account when making a template. Place the fabric on the table, smooth it out, and draw lines on the fabric in a rectangular shape, and round of the edges using a cup or coaster, adding at least a half inch extra on each ear end. I'd personally just cut a slit rather than a little bitty oval shape like she did, because I can't cut tiny shapes on slippery fabric nearly as neatly as she did! Before cutting out the mask, double the fabric by folding it over, so you have a double thickness of fabric. This gives you the "pocket" to hold the filter and pipe cleaner. When ready to cut the slits or holes for the ears, double check the placement again, and cut one, then try it on, stretch it across like you're putting it on, and check again where the slit needs to be for the other ear. This type of mask is not easily adjustable if the ear holes aren't cut properly, which is why I'm saying to check it again so many times! If someone has breathing difficulties, or for children over age 2, or the elderly, I personally wouldn't add the filter unless their doctor says they should use on; this is because wearing a filter mask might cause increased difficulty breathing, which then causes the person the be fiddling with their mask frequently, which defeats the purpose of wearing a mask.

[@janicedavis2513]

That is a very nifty idea!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you.

[@cherylmcleod5072]

Excellent easy mask thank you

[@kimberlyferguson7264]

Great teacher!

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Thank you :)

[@kezzachadda8175]

Really good mask, will make this very soon. 🙂👍👍

[@brendao649]

Thank you so much for taking the time to show us.

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Happy too :)

[@barbararobinson4698]

Brilliant! Do you think one could place a drop of glue on the wire to secure it under the fold in the filter?

[@homemadeonourhomestead]

Absolutely! I was trying to use the least amount of resources possible. But I’d say yes

[@ohmercy5924]

Yes- I thought the same thing- in the center and toward each end. You would have to do it each time you change the filter- so at least daily.

[@lynnescaddan8919]

Trish, that makes more sense 👍

[@elisamorrell1165]

Would you use half the size of paper to make a kid sized mask?? Or do you know what dimensions you would use? Thank you!