Nascina

Update 4/11: here are the face-masks in stock and the bulk fabrics available as of today. I still have plenty of elastic, but fabric ties are available on request. This week I’m working on a big order heading to NY, over half of which will be donated. Please call or text message me for local pick up or nationwide shipping options. (408) 203-2946.

Current face-mask and fabric stock as of April 4th. Other choices are available on request. Please chose from the most recent stock post. I’d go on Etsy to streamline this - but I’m too busy sewing - please email me on [email protected] leaving a contact phone number or call me on 408-203-2946. For every $10 mask purchased, I am donating another mask to local hospitals and medical offices. Be sure to check out the photo of the latest batch of donated masks!... Payment accepted in cash (local pickup), PayPal, Zelle, or credit card (using Square). No checks. Postage for 4 -10 masks using a Priority Mail small box costs $8.30. Other mailing options offered on request.

This video demonstrates the process of making a face-mask with adjustable elastic, a filter pocket, and a single nose wire from start to finish. If you have no elastic (and it’s getting harder to find), you can easily adapt this design and use ribbon or ‘spaghetti strap’ fabric ties instead - if you use fabric ties you’ll probably want to increase the width of the edging fabric strip to 2 inches. Happy sewing. I’d love for you to share photos. Please share where donations are needed and who their contact person is.

I am currently sewing and donating a lot of face-masks; they are in desperate demand at local hospitals and clinics in Raleigh, NC. If you want to sew some for yourself and your loved ones to use, or to donate too, or both, here are some instructions for the design I make.

Come shop at 5401 North this Saturday for holiday, hostess, and teacher gifts - from small stocking stuffers to seasonal decor for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Of course, I will be selling a selection of Fair Tade items, offering on the spot calligraphy items, and taking custom holiday orders. This event is in a community clubhouse located just off 540 in NE Raleigh, with ample parking and many other vendors. Just make sure you stop off at my booth!