DIY: Face Mask #2 Baby and Toddler

Based on my basic face mask tutorial, it’s still a 3-layer mask except these are sized down and “baby” features a slightly different construction! It also uses a very thin undershirt for the “filter” layer and make use of scraps from creating the adult mask! You can also create a lighter mask for baby by omitting the “filter” layer entirely.

These come in 3 sizes- Toddler Large (Wraparound), Toddler Small, and Baby (approx. 1yo). For the two smaller sizes, the middle layer is optional. Make sure to choose 100% Cotton or Baby-Safe Fabrics. Make sure Baby Mask is always worn while supervised.

UPDATE: Toddler Large fits a 4.5 year old. Toddler Small fits a 1 year old. Baby doesn’t fit anyone!

Materials

Outer Fabric (Quilting Cotton)
Padding (Old Undershirt)
Inner Lining (Cotton Muslin)
Elastic Hairties (Two 2mm-thick Ties)
Paper (for creating template)
Thread

Create Template (Toddler Large)

Cut paper 10″ x 3.5″.
Fold in half lengthwise, then again widthwise.
Mark paper 1.5″ in from top-left corner, 1.0″ down from top-right corner. (make sure folds are oriented to the left and bottom)
Draw dotted line from top-left corner to top-right marks.
Cut along dotted line and unfold.
Done!

Create Template (Toddler Small)

Cut paper 6″ x 3″. Do Steps 2-3.
Do Steps 4-5 but mark 1″ in from Top Left Corner and mark 1/2″ down from Top Right Corner.
If making both Toddler Large and Toddler Small, just create the Toddler Large Template, trace and cut using same template, then cut Baby fabric in half down vertical center. (photo #7)

Create Template (Baby)

Cut paper 6″ x 2.5″. Do Steps 2-3.
Do Steps 4-5 but mark 1″ in from Top Left Corner and mark 1/2″ down from Top Right Corner.

Cut and Sew

Cut and sew as directed for all my other face masks here.
Leave one side unsewn for opening to turn inside out. (photo)
Topstitch after turning inside out. (do this for Top and Bottom edges)
Place hair elastics before sewing side flaps shut. (photo)
For Toddler Large:
- Use 1/4″ seam allowance for top and bottom edges.
- Use a thin undershirt for the Padding Layer. (make sure grain runs left to right, photo)
For Toddler Small:
- Use 1/2″ seam allowance for all sewing.
- Sew Outer Layer pieces together along center vertical and press open before beginning. (photo)
- Omit Padding Layer for a lighter-weight, if desired.
For Baby:
- Use 1/4″ seam allowance for all sewing.
- Omit Padding Layer for a lighter-weight, if desired.