Here’s a handy guide to making your own transparent face mask by our Director, Eleanor Harris
The vinyl I used comes from a large clear vinyl tablecloth (available from ebay) but you could use another source of clear vinyl.
Use a sewing machine and the small size on the pattern (see download) to edge the vinyl with bias binding at the top and bottom. Then fold over the sides at the same time inserting a length of light elastic to fit the wearer.
Adjust to fit…..
As well as keeping our clients safe, transparent face masks allow them to see how our mouths form words and sounds as we speak to help overcome communication difficulties.
You can stop the mask from steaming up from your breathing by using a cloth to wipe a very thin film of washing up liquid onto the inside of the mask on the area around your mouth. Do this before you put the mask on and be very careful not to use too much, just use a very tiny, pin-prick sized blob and wipe it over.
Disclaimer: This is a face covering, not a surgical mask or filtering N95 mask. It is not designed to be used for any aerosol generating procedures and all professionals should consult their own local PPE guidelines.
*This pattern is for personal use only and its reproduction or commercial use is prohibited.
