Print this PDF on 8.5 x 11 paper using the landscape NOT portrait orientation. Check your measurements to be sure the pattern is the right size. The bottom edge of A should be 5.25", the bottom edge of B should be 4.25".
Citizen Mask 1 Instructions
Each mask requires:
PATTERN & CUTTING
1. Print out paper pattern pieces at actual size on 8.5” x 11” paper (make sure it is printing landscape, not portrait). SIZE NOTE: Printers do not always print at actual size. Make sure printed pattern piece A is 5.25" at the bottom edge and the piece B is 4.25" at the bottom edge. Cut out the A and B paper pattern pieces.
We are using two different fabrics in the photos, one for outer layer, one for lining layer. This is recommended but not required. It's okay to use the same on both layers.
Layer your fabrics right sides (print sides) together. Pin pattern pieces to fabrics and cut two A (outer) from one and two B (lining) from the other. Transfer the 2 dots from pattern piece A to wrong side of outer layer fabric.
ASSEMBLE
2. Sew center curves of outer layers, right sides together with a 1/4" seam allowance. Sew center curves of lining layers, right sides together with a 1/4" seam allowance. Clip the curved seams at about 3/4” intervals but not down to the seam.
3. Fold straight sides of lining fabric over 1/4", wrong sides in. Press, then finish the edge by sewing fold down.
4. Pin the two layers together, right sides facing in, curves tucked into each other snugly, center seams and top and bottom edges lined up.
5. Sew 1/4" seam across top and bottom edges of layers. Clip the curved seam around the nose.
6. Turn mask right side out. Press. The pointy end of an ironing board works well for this. Clip the curves. Fold over 1/4" of the top and bottom of the wings of the mask, so they line up. TIP - If you angle them in a bit it might be easier and won't effect the outcome. Press flat with the iron.
7. Sew a seam 1/8" from the edge, across the whole top of mask - start at one end of the wing, sew down folded edge and across the top of mask (top stitching) and down the other wing fold to the end. Do the same for the bottom edge.
SIZE NOTE: Your finished mask should be within 3 to 3.5" tall at the ends (elastic channels) and 8.5 to 9" long, end to end. If you cut the fabric a little off, used different seam allowances than indicated, or your printer printed the pattern at not actual size, the masks may end up too small. Double check your work now and then as you zoom along.
FINISHING
8. Make the sleeves for the elastic by folding the raw ends of the wings down 1/4" and pressing with iron, then folding again toward the center to where the dots are, pressing and sewing them down, top to bottom. The hemmed edge of the inner layer and the folded over sleeve abut. Don't sew the pocket closed.
9. Lay the 3" cut wire against the top of the mask where the channel will go and mark 1/4" longer on each end with a pin. Sew a line following the curve of the top of the mask, 1/4" down from the top stitching. The channel should be 3.5" long. Close one end of channel by making a 90 degree left turn and sewing up and off the mask.
10. Insert the wire into the channel through one of the pocket openings. Push the wire to the closed end so you have room to sew up the open end. Sew the channel closed with a short seam.
11. Cut the elastic into 11" lengths and thread through the sleeves. Tie each piece into loop with a loose knot.
PACKAGING THE MASKS
Note: The photos show a dark and a light fabric. The pictures were made before we decided on all light colors. Please remember that the Citizen masks should be made with all light colors so they are easily laundered. Thanks!
- 9" x 12" fabric outer layer, 9" x 12" fabric lining layer
- 22" of elastic, 3" of wire
- Please read this page for all the info on supplies before starting the mask.
PATTERN & CUTTING
1. Print out paper pattern pieces at actual size on 8.5” x 11” paper (make sure it is printing landscape, not portrait). SIZE NOTE: Printers do not always print at actual size. Make sure printed pattern piece A is 5.25" at the bottom edge and the piece B is 4.25" at the bottom edge. Cut out the A and B paper pattern pieces.
We are using two different fabrics in the photos, one for outer layer, one for lining layer. This is recommended but not required. It's okay to use the same on both layers.
Layer your fabrics right sides (print sides) together. Pin pattern pieces to fabrics and cut two A (outer) from one and two B (lining) from the other. Transfer the 2 dots from pattern piece A to wrong side of outer layer fabric.
ASSEMBLE
2. Sew center curves of outer layers, right sides together with a 1/4" seam allowance. Sew center curves of lining layers, right sides together with a 1/4" seam allowance. Clip the curved seams at about 3/4” intervals but not down to the seam.
3. Fold straight sides of lining fabric over 1/4", wrong sides in. Press, then finish the edge by sewing fold down.
4. Pin the two layers together, right sides facing in, curves tucked into each other snugly, center seams and top and bottom edges lined up.
5. Sew 1/4" seam across top and bottom edges of layers. Clip the curved seam around the nose.
6. Turn mask right side out. Press. The pointy end of an ironing board works well for this. Clip the curves. Fold over 1/4" of the top and bottom of the wings of the mask, so they line up. TIP - If you angle them in a bit it might be easier and won't effect the outcome. Press flat with the iron.
7. Sew a seam 1/8" from the edge, across the whole top of mask - start at one end of the wing, sew down folded edge and across the top of mask (top stitching) and down the other wing fold to the end. Do the same for the bottom edge.
SIZE NOTE: Your finished mask should be within 3 to 3.5" tall at the ends (elastic channels) and 8.5 to 9" long, end to end. If you cut the fabric a little off, used different seam allowances than indicated, or your printer printed the pattern at not actual size, the masks may end up too small. Double check your work now and then as you zoom along.
FINISHING
8. Make the sleeves for the elastic by folding the raw ends of the wings down 1/4" and pressing with iron, then folding again toward the center to where the dots are, pressing and sewing them down, top to bottom. The hemmed edge of the inner layer and the folded over sleeve abut. Don't sew the pocket closed.
9. Lay the 3" cut wire against the top of the mask where the channel will go and mark 1/4" longer on each end with a pin. Sew a line following the curve of the top of the mask, 1/4" down from the top stitching. The channel should be 3.5" long. Close one end of channel by making a 90 degree left turn and sewing up and off the mask.
10. Insert the wire into the channel through one of the pocket openings. Push the wire to the closed end so you have room to sew up the open end. Sew the channel closed with a short seam.
11. Cut the elastic into 11" lengths and thread through the sleeves. Tie each piece into loop with a loose knot.
PACKAGING THE MASKS
- Please bag the masks in a cloth or plastic bag and write the number it contains on the outside.
- Deliver to Flora's (428 Haywood Rd. Asheville, 28806) on Monday, Wednesday or Friday, 12 to 2 pm, or contact us for pick up.
Note: The photos show a dark and a light fabric. The pictures were made before we decided on all light colors. Please remember that the Citizen masks should be made with all light colors so they are easily laundered. Thanks!