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Just a quick post regarding pleated mask. If you don't want to do the binding like in the original tutorial, you can do the following :
1. Cut the fabric 9.5" Wide x 14" long. (For broader face, you can cut 10" W or as needed). The measurements in this tutorial here is based on general surgical mask.
2. Follow the tutorial for creating pocket, nose wire and pleats.
3. Once, you're done, the mask should measure more or less as follow: (please note that you can modify the pleats, the tutorial is guidance, esp for novice sewist)
4. Now, fold the raw edges by 1/8" or so towards the lining side (where the pocket is) and then fold it again by 1/2" and edge stitch. (I am making mask without lining here)
5. Insert the elastic or ties and it's ready. Super easy! Maybe a bit fiddly in the beginning but you will get the hang of it.
Thank you for downloading the tutorial. And if you have any questions, don't hesitate to email me.
We're all in this together and we will get through this pandemic together. Keep sewing, stay healthy and safe, everyone!
Happy Sewing,
Elvira
