No Wire HYBRID Mask Design - Fog Free Glasses!

[@timothytotten9409]

Here's a great link for easy cord locks: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08D6HCTB9/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@marymastin4392]

this post on KZbin makes the most sense - no background silly music - no fast talking (or speaking) - no extra stuff to see in the entire presentation - I guess what I am trying to say is: SPOT ON Tim

[@timothytotten9409]

That’s very kind of you. I prefer to make an item start to finish and leave in any mistakes, so that people see how long it takes. And I like to talk a lot, so that helps! Lol

[@suziebond06]

@@timothytotten9409 yes you do an awesome job explaining as you go, without mundane chatter. I also appreciate no musical distraction, allowing to hold concentration on remembering the steps! *Thank you so much!!

[@thatgirlthatsme]

@@suziebond06 I agree!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Tim, I really really enjoyed watching you create this amazing mask. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags

[@tg242]

U are one of my favorite sewing channels and a phenomenal teacher.

[@aprilavery1972]

Thank you for showing how the masks fit. A lot of videos never do.

[@amandawilliams2266]

Yesss, that's so annoying lol

[@pamelacraig2791]

Double yeeessss!

[@audreycastelton2655]

Triple yes! Lol 👍

[@jeanphillips5687]

Love your patience and detail in your videos. It is so very very helpful to unseasoned sewers like me but who want to learn and love sewing simple projects.

[@sheilah9058]

Thank you for your simple, clear instructions. You have made this so easy for a non sewing person like me who is doing this by hand. It is like you are right there beside me explaining the whole process. I enjoy your presentations very much!

[@blondwiththewind2598]

Awesome post...so glad to find new SEWISTS that are willing to jump in and start learning about sewing!!! This is a very valuable project .... and after the PANDEMIC has passed: l hope you continue to enjoy many more years of sewing for fun, creativity, and relaxation.

[@patriciagechei8145]

I love the way you figure out a simpler way of doing things. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@blondwiththewind2598]

My favorite mask of yours....that l have seen so far. This is my pick to make with my friend's nine year old daughter. She wants to learn how to sew....and just got her first sewing machine for Christmas!!! This will be her very first sewing project!!! Thank you so much for helping to make this possible!!!!

[@fernie5128]

This is brilliant, thanks so much! And you don't need another camera, keep life simple! You are doing enough by taking the time to share!!!! Hugs from Minnesota, Fern

[@lindao7887]

Oh wow, never found anybody else who made that little diagonal clip on the end of your homemade bias tape!!! Great minds!!! I've tried all sorts of masks that promise not to fog my glasses - still searching. Will try this one tomorrow. Fingers crossed. Thank you for the video - I like your style! :-)

[@carlyk502]

Tim, thank you for the very helpful hints about ironing the seam onto itself. I actually use this very often when doing apron ties, or any type of casing as well because it works so well!

[@rebeccaluna9560]

Such a smart idea to iron the seams! You make it look so easy, the way you explain everything you’re doing! 🥰

[@morishadad1834]

Such a smart idea to iron the seams! You make it look so easy, the way you explain everything you’re doing! 🥰

[@daricezdrazil7399]

Oh loving the sound of sharp scissors cutting fabric! Thank you and you do a great job!

[@mireyakearney637]

Tim you are a fabulous Teacher! I love your tutorials and find them so easy to follow. Thank you for brightening up my days.

[@sarahrowe7322]

We had a lot of these masks donated to our school. I had no idea what that nose piece was and thought that it was for holding a filter inside for extra protection. Thank you for sharing this! I will share this info with our health and safety director so that we make sure we get those masks out with instructions. These would be so helpful for our teachers and staff that wear glasses! In fact, I plan on making some for myself since I wear glasses as an example!

[@thatgirlthatsme]

Flattening the seams is something I have struggled with a lot. You have just fixed that problem for me (@4:03) and I appreciate it more than I can say. I love this style mask and I can hardly wait to make it. Thank you so very much!

[@timothytotten9409]

So glad to help! I love sharing these kinds of hacks. Lol

[@tonivanbuskirk3397]

Thanks Tim for another helpful video. I love the way you explain the process. QUESTION - do you think it’s necessary to pre-wash the fabrics before making the mask?? I’ve been pre-washing to avoid weird warping/shrinking after the mask is made and then washed, but it is time consuming.

[@thatgirlthatsme]

@@tonivanbuskirk3397 When some fabrics are finished in the washer I take them out and they are frayed so bad. Strings everywhere and I have to sit for half an hour getting it out of a great big tied up ball of fabric mess. Every time I pre wash cotton I worry what it's going to look like when I take it out of the washer. I too would like to skip over pre washing.

[@lacesq1167]

@@thatgirlthatsme Wow, this is my fun part. Don't let that jumble of tangled fabrics discourage you.. Pre-washing is important. When the whole mess of fabrics comes out of the washer, just tear them apart, remove the largest "strings" and then dry them. When they come out of the dryer, trim off the rest of the larger strings and then iron everything. Your fabrics will be beautiful!. I have some pics of the process and will try to find a way to post them somewhere (not sure if I can make a you-tube video, but may try). Should take no more than a couple minutes to pull of the larger string balls and then into the dryer!. Remember, you control the fabric; don't let it control you!!

[@thatgirlthatsme]

@@lacesq1167 I will try that! And thank you for explaining how to get them untangled. It doesn't sound like it's very hard to do. Doesn't sound like 'fun' either. Lol. I always pre wash. I'm afraid if I don't the finished mask will shrink in the dryer. I think you just solved my problem. I appreciate it.

[@cazcarline1380]

I love this, thank you! You make it look so simple, your instructions are clear and precise. The camera angles are spot on. I can't wait to get to get sewing! Keep the videos coming, you're ace!

[@mdnestrud]

I am so glad I found your channel. Thanks for showing us in detail how to do each step.

[@blondwiththewind2598]

I like that you emphasize the importance of pressing seams..... And using steam on appropriate fabrics. With many new sewists these days, they treat pressing during construction an "optional" step. IT ISN'T. Pressing as you build a garment is essential....to plan to only press in a final step just does NOT achieve quality results. Just a quick tip as a 5 decades sewist: the first thing l do with a cotton fabric seam is to open up the seam and press the seam flat with the seam allowances open. This creates an absolutely flat seam...and allows the stitches and the fabric to "adjust" to each for a smoother result along the edge of the seam once it is folded and steamed again in the manner you demonstrated. This is just one small extra step....but in many fabrics that one extra step results in the crispest fold possible....and a much better look and long term performance of the item. Thank you for your wonderful videos and calm/competent instruction. As a nurse of more than 40 years (22 of which were spent specifically on Public Health) l have been making masks as an activity to decrease my stress during the COVID PANDEMIC... and l find that giving beautiful handmade masks to people has increased their mask-wearing compliance: which is not only beneficial to them......but so essential for us to do if we ever hope to reduce the incidence of the CORONAVIRUS and return once again to a COVID19 FREE WORLD. THANKS SO MUCH FOR ALL YOU DO. YOU ARE GIVING US ALL SOLUTIONS FOR FINDING THE BEST TYPE AND FITTING MASK FOR EACH OF US. WISHING MANY BLESSINGS FOR YOU!!!

[@MsAwesomeGiraffe]

I've watched so many of these mask-making videos this year (and made a few that were really fiddly and then don't fit right or were too small!) Your masks are by far the best and simplest designs, and the tutorial is so straightforward and concise; it's great to see them made from start to finish in real time. I'd actually cut & pinned my fabric last night to make the vertical pleat mask but think I'll make this instead. Many thanks, and looking forward to other tutorials!

[@kenleemonster]

New Zealand has entered the chat...... We've been fortunate to not need masks all the time till now but I'm loving your masks and even small but super helpful tips with ironing! Thank you 😎

[@timothytotten9409]

Hey New Zealand! Glad to have you.

[@ruthinasalasestrada7151]

Love your video and how you explain everything,thank you

[@lapkat4]

You have a fabulous personality and are a great teacher. Thank you. I learned a lot from your video that i totally enjoyed watching.

[@timothytotten9409]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@lizhumble9953]

Thank you for this thorough tutorial, and for going back over the pleat instructions!

[@tinahelfrich6828]

Have enjoyed your videos. I have seen this one made with a pocket at the bottom for extra filter insert. But thanks for showing. Making and giving them away in Birmingham, UK.

[@timothytotten9409]

Great idea! I personally find it harder to breathe with a filter so I leave them out. It's definitely personal preference. The ones our mask group makes to give away are typically built with a filter pocket. Thanks for watching from Birmingham!

[@Gamer-Crafts]

I made this, and it's a lot better than anything I saw. I made one change, though. I made a long, 30 inch binding, and made ties. For me personally, ties are a lot more comfortable than ear loops. Thank you for the pattern...

[@sally4102]

Another awesome video from Tim Totten. Can't wait to see what other crafts he's got planned!

[@anniek8156]

Thank you so much for redoing the pleat process. I’ve made about 50 masks using all kinds of different patterns and was even still a little confused until you “undid” the pleats and re-demonstrated the folding. I’m going to definitely give this a try. 😷😀

[@jodivirgilio8181]

A million thanks! I am usually such a hack, but you've made me a fan of ironing as I go along . . . miraculous!!!

[@lindag993]

Tim, Love your videos! The way you explain everything is very clear. And you make it look so easy!!!

[@lucettepushart2356]

Excellent explanation!! Can't wait to sew this and try it out.

[@Apollo_Blaze]

Tim, I Love your channel and all these great mask tutorials!...so much fun to watch and learn...you are a great teacher!...I think this one is my fav and I am going to make a few up tomorrow...thanks for the great fun vids, you are helping lots of folks : )

[@iamdgulley]

This is a great tutorial. I love the fabric you used to make your mask.

[@sangpaguitajulian8407]

Aloha from Big Island of Hawaii 🌺 I love your explanatory of the way you do your mask making. Step by step you explain. Mahalo for you time and sharing your video.

[@pomona.remembers]

You are such a great teacher! I really appreciate you 😀

[@AnneS508]

Thank you! Lovely design and really clear instructions. I love your tricks about ironing to get a full neat. I do just want us to add, though, that I think you are confusing the Olson mask with surgical style mask. The Olson mask is a fitted mask with a place for a filter.

[@timothytotten9409]

You’re so right! I meant to refer to the Deaconess pattern which was one of the very first surgical style mask instructions out there. I got the names confused. Oops!

[@mairemcgarvey1297]

BRILLIANT thanks for showing.

[@grampaulaafter6019]

Thank you for your excellent explanation and video work. You make it much easier to understand. 😊

[@rebeccatisdelle-macias8415]

one of my new favourite channels, i appreciate your videos so much, thank you so much this is going to be great!

[@elisabethmceuen9047]

I made two of these today! Thanks for your thorough instructions and helpful commentary in the video.

[@mireyakearney637]

Elisabeth how did you like the fit?

[@elisabethmceuen9047]

@@mireyakearney637 I ended up not liking the fit on my face. I prefer the kind made out of a circle and sewed so it has a nose and chin flap.

[@LadySilke]

So glad that I discovered your channel!!! This is GREAT....

[@AmysSewingStudio]

This video was shared with me and I'm excited to try this style! A 'down to earth' awesome video- Thanks!

[@RYAN45520]

Ryan

[@slb13who]

Thank you for these instructions! Very easy to follow. I made a few in holiday fabrics, just for fun, and am now wondering if folding up perhaps 1/4" or 1/2" at the bottom of the mask, similar to the top fold-down for the nose, would improve the shaping under the chin.

[@timothytotten9409]

That’s not a bad idea! Let me know how it works out.

[@toniomalley5661]

Watching from Ireland thank you for doing this stay safe

[@marilynsmith5391]

i enjoyed your other video and made those masks and thank you for explaining this one so well too

[@debbiechaney6607]

Wow, another great mask pattern and stitching!! Thank you from Debbie and Dexter Dog the amazing rescued chihuahua living in S. California. 🙋🐾🏄💕🙏😷🏥🌴🌲

[@tracy3812]

So happy to have found your channel.

[@melodylopez7068]

Thanks for sharing and for such a great tutorial. Looks easy and your tips make it even better. 😄

[@lupebenavidez2037]

I sure like the way you explain

[@maryellenporter6423]

Love your tutorials.

[@lillianpalko]

I really like the fit of this mask. I did include a water resistant liner which made it slightly thicker, but it worked out great! Thank you for your time.

[@timothytotten9409]

I’m glad you made one! And kudos on adding a liner!

[@casitoll7170]

I have made this mask before!!! Love it!!! Much better than the bra style mask I used to make....this fits so much better!!!!

[@gmapeppy1268]

I like it. Just made a Halloween mask. It fits nicely.

[@candisepowell4459]

Thx for the mask tutorial.

[@gmapeppy1268]

Thanks. I made a couple of these for myself and really like them.

[@timothytotten9409]

Glad you like them! I hope you had fun!

[@kaybregal]

Thanks for your simple tutorial. 👏

[@lindalong9076]

Brilliant tutorial Thank you from UK 😷

[@susanabanana2024]

I'm truly learning from your tutorials. Thank you for your time. Do you have any suggestions on How can you get the sides of mask to close up (tighten closer /sit more flush (flat)) to the sides of face?

[@timothytotten9409]

You can add a pleat or make your pleats bigger, which would actually make the whole mask smaller. Does that make sense?

[@georgettesledge6079]

Tim I love you, you make life so easy for mask making. Thank you so 💓 much💢💕💞💥💯

[@sofieonecrow]

Do you have a video that includes adding a filter pocket? I am enjoying your videos and have picked up many tips from you!

[@trishcraig723]

Just love your videos! Thank you so much. Can't wait to try it.

[@marymastin4392]

just asking one question: do you have an idea on how we can "dye" the elastic to match our fabric? thanks for your input Tim

[@timothytotten9409]

Hmmm... never tried that! Let me know if you do. Or you can buy elastic in colors too.

[@okterlox0]

You can get colored elastic off Etsy or you can check some fairly new dye put out by Rit Dye- but there is so much polyester/plastic in elastic that are just hard to dye.

[@karengerber8390]

Try Sharpie brand permanent markers.

[@lindaj5492]

Please could you give info about the different types of toggle you use? Wasn’t in Description. Thanks!

[@doreensommerfeld3420]

Tim, I use a wooden tailor's Clapper after steam ironing so I dont burn my finger and to get a sharp fold.

[@clpankau]

Great video,easy to follow

[@cjjjj7163]

EXCELLENT JOB

[@ToriLynnH]

Okay Great mask You need your production people, so don't let them get too far away. But you did okay there. We are just used to perfection. 😘

[@eshenshaw8425]

Thank you so much for sharing.

[@timothytotten9409]

Thanks for watching!

[@JLWall27]

Thanks so much for your videos! I have found this 3D hybrid to be the most comfortable mask I've made. I added a pleat under the chin for a better fit for me. Question -- how would I add a filter pocket? Do you have videos on a filter pocket that would work for this mask and allow for the pleat under the chin?

[@dulcefius]

Hello! I really enjoy watching your videos! I am curious what the difference is between your masks and the ones Ryan makes? I understand the slight difference in style, but have you made those?

[@timothytotten9409]

I have made them and I’ve watched him make them. He uses slightly better fabrics than I do. He also always adds a wire for the nose. And he uses matching threads. I also don’t have all the different color elastics that he has. He’s running a business and has made 1,000+ masks for people. I’m making masks to show techniques on KZbin.

[@dulcefius]

Thanks for your reply! My daughter is a PT and has to wear masks all day, every day. I've made her a few different styles but they have their limits. They fog up her glasses and suck I when she breathes. I've added zip ties to the bridge and nose wires, but this last mask of yours looks like it could work for her! I'm making one to try out and see how it feels and works with glasses. I'm a teacher and need something comfortable and non-fog as well. Thank you for your videos!

[@dejuiearosborough9718]

does having the quilted padding under your iron help? I too am a Big fan of ironing. BTW we have the same iron

[@timothytotten9409]

Yeah. I like a little padding. But I really did that only because I didn’t have my ironing board nearby. Lol

[@tvartcomm]

For reference fabric: two pieces 9x6 inches and one piece 2.5x7 inches and elastic for ear loops.

[@StitchingWithLove]

What kind of crazy voodoo magic is that seam ironing?! 😉. How have I not seen this before. Genius.

[@timothytotten9409]

Lol!

[@charlottebrannon9167]

@@timothytotten9409 fantastic!!

[@rebeccaluna9560]

Leslie, RIGHT?!?!?! I’m no seamstress by any means! My mom was an awesome seamstress and my older sister is not too far behind. Me?.......I have become obsessed with making masks!!! It’s been a trial and error with my mask making!!! My little dining room in my apartment has been my sewing room for months now!!! I keep on trying!!! 🤣🤷🏻‍♀️

[@dale3404]

I try not to iron a crease in the fabric. Some fabrics aren’t as forgiving as others, and the crease won’t iron out. The cotton used for masks aren’t a problem, though.

[@iamdgulley]

@Leslie Molengraaf, I know the seam ironing is amazing. I have all these sewing supplies and I have been posting diy sewing tutorials on KZbin for years, but I have never seen this item before. I can wait to purchase one.

[@triciamcfarland8823]

I really like this one. I’ll make one today. Thank you:)

[@iamdgulley]

Hello Tricia, this was such a great way to make a mask. I have a easy diy mask tutorial on my channel that allows you drink water while you are wearing the mask. I hope you will check it out.

[@cindyzak6817]

Avid follower of your channel!! I’m looking for a easy-to-follow tutorial for a bucket hat!! Please say you have one!!

[@karenlfreerksen611]

Hi Tim Can I ask what board you have on your cutting table? It seems bigger than the standard ones that I see in material stores (22x36). I have a cutting table that is 60 inches long. I would love to have a mat to cover the whole table.

[@timothytotten9409]

We buy a self-healing mat from www.SpeedPress.com.

[@Minikisses20000]

Hello Tim, I have a question for you? I am not a sewer or do I own a sewing machine. I work onboard a train for my job and I have to wear masks. Now they have stated they have to be solid colors. So any masks I have that worked with my glasses I can't wear. So I am wondering what would you charge to make me 4 mask all of Navy blue ? These are the best I have seen but I don't sew. Thank you for your time. These are wonderful masks and I have to wear my glasses to see the cash register and credit card machine. 💕💕💕

[@Minikisses20000]

Hello Tim, just wondering if you got my message. Thank you Kimberly

[@thatgirlthatsme]

@@Minikisses20000 Hi Kimberly, if I were you I would comment again at the top. This may have gotten lost for him. He gets a lot of comments and I'm sure it's hard for him to keep up. Just go to the top of comments and ask again. He will most likely see it this time. I commented a day or two ago and he responded right away.

[@lindag993]

Where do you live?

[@thatgirlthatsme]

@@Minikisses20000 Did you find someone to help you? Or were you able to get some masks that work for you? It's been about a month since you commented.

[@ToriLynnH]

I'm so trying this!

[@derindahenning4093]

Which style mask would work as a decorative cover for a duckbill style N95 mask?

[@yvettepagan7147]

Would you consider making a scarf mask?

[@timothytotten9409]

That’s a cool idea! I’ll add it to the list!

[@lutishahill1393]

Tim, Thanks. Can you show me how tomake a mask with verco?

[@PaulaCameronBrooks]

Thank you!!

[@lyddaperkowski7895]

Love your tutorial,thanks so much agree with the other comen you don’t need another cámara ,it is fine ,keep up you good job helping in this pandemic,from nj

[@navygirl54]

And I have another mask design to make. I have been on the hunt for one I don't need to add wire to. I want to easily wash it

[@sassy2knitter]

Did you make your own sewing table? Do you have a tutorial on it? Thanks

[@ejpip]

What size should I cut the fabric for a child? Made 2 for my husband and he loves it.

[@timothytotten9409]

I’d take an inch off both dimensions.

[@Starlyyte]

Can you tell us what kind of elastic you use and where you get it?

[@timothytotten9409]

I usually buy a big spool of it from Amazon. It’s like 100 yards of soft jersey type elastic.

[@michelleaguilar5825]

How do you keep your mask from falling apart when washing them, mine fall apart where the ear peices are

[@timothytotten9409]

You can wash them in a lingerie bag or hand wash them. Both have worked well for me.

[@thatgirlthatsme]

I use pinking shears on all raw edges. It's prevents fraying. And like he said hand wash or use a mesh bag if you put them in your washing machine. And wash on the gentle cycle. ❤

[@daricezdrazil7399]

Removing the pins also protects your machine from damage. I have had a needle hit a pin, put a hole in my fabric, bend my pin, and my needle broke into 4 pieces, 1 staying in the holder, 1 went down inside my machine through the feed dogs, one in my face and one in my chest... What a mess I had to fix! So yes, please teach to remove pins and not sew over them. Thank you!!😊

[@fatherkeith]

It looks so simple if only I could grasp how to fold the pleats . . . .

[@lisafaith7308]

Can you share what iron you are using please?

[@PatrickSennett]

Tell me, Tim. Do you love steam? Very informative and entertaining.

[@timothytotten9409]

Lol! Yes I do.

[@adairmarks6180]

I wanted to ask you in a previous mask tutorial why was it Final Embrace? Now it's changed to Timothy Totten curious why?

[@timothytotten9409]

Because final embrace is the name of one of my companies, which deals with funeral products. That is not what this channel is about now, so I changed it to my name so that the 16,000+ subscribers who came here because of the mask and craft videos would have content that fit them. I’ll be migrating the funeral related videos to a new channel with the old name.

[@adairmarks6180]

@@timothytotten9409 Thank you I was thinking final embrace as last time you hug someone? Masks? Thanks for clearing the name up for us all probably wondering the same thing. By the way I have been making masks for family,friends,tenants,hospital workers,Hubby's coworkers and yours win hands down people like your masks the best!!!

[@denisewarrick4461]

JUst wondering what kind of lining material you would recommend?

[@timothytotten9409]

I use mostly 100% cotton quilting fabric for my masks. Just make sure it's not a loose weave. You could add a third layer if you want and can either use non-woven, non-fusible interfacing, or just another layer of cotton.

[@casitoll7170]

And another thing you could do is embroider on one piece of the fabric to make it more personalized or cute!!!

[@timothytotten9409]

That’s a fantastic idea!!

[@cheryl7476]

Thanks

[@angelasmith7139]

❤thanks sew much. New subbie.

[@egm8602]

Surgical mask is the one folded. Olsen is the one cut in shapes.

[@timothytotten9409]

You’re right! Sometimes my brain means one thing and my mouth says another lol

[@mjm5820]

Nice video. Subbed.