Need an effective mask to protect you from coronavirus?
You're right, because it's the best way to protect yourself!
But what if you can't find it at the pharmacy?
Fortunately, there is an easy tutorial for making an economical and effective mask with 1 simple sock.
And don't worry, it's as simple as possible! No need for a sewing machine, elastic or sewing.
All you need for this fabric mask is a pair of scissors! Watch the video:
1. Lay a sock flat on the table.
2. Fold the heel over the sock.
3. Cut off the end of the sock that sticks out.
4. Keep the part with the heel and unfold it.
5. Cut the side opposite the heel (the smaller, non-rounded side). If you open the sock:the heel forms a small bump.
6. Fold the sock in half. The heel is in your left hand.
7. 1/2 cm from the right edge of the sock, make a cut. Above all, do not cut all the way up.
8. Cut two sheets from a roll of toilet paper
9. Fold the sheets in 4.
10. Put them in the hollow formed by the heel of the sock.
11. Put your mask on your mouth, adjust it and hang it on your ears thanks to the notches.
There you go, you now know how to make your effective protective mask with 1 sock :-)
Easy, fast and economical, right?
Very handy when you don't know how to sew or don't have a machine at home!
This mask also has the advantage of being reusable and washable. Follow our tutorial here to clean it properly.
It's still more practical than running to all the pharmacies to find some!
Plus, you don't even have to buy rubber bands that are hard to find and wear out over time...
This homemade mask is particularly filtering, because there are 2 layers on your mouth and nose.
There is the extra sock and toilet paper as a filter.
Of course, it is better to choose thick cotton socks.
My opinion on this mask? Does it protect well?
I've been wearing one for several weeks now and I can tell you that in addition to being effective, this DIY mask is practical and comfortable.
