These bandanas are perfect for creating a no-sew face covering that follows CDC recommendations.
As the world continues to navigate the best path to reducing the spread of the coronavirus strain that causes COVID-19, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has been regularly updating its recommendations for the public. Whereas civilians were previously told it was unnecessary to wear a mask, the CDC is now suggesting it may serve a helpful purpose on top of social-distancing practices.
Many people with sewing skills have started making masks for themselves, family, friends, and essential workers, using a number of sewing patterns that have popped up online, including on the. But for those who don't sew and don't know someone who does, there are several tutorials on social media sharing a way to turn a bandana — the CDC recommends "tightly woven cotton" — into a face mask with some folding and the clever use of hair ties to keep it secured behind the ears.
Note: The CDC emphasizes that surgical masks or N-95 respirators should not currently be used by the general public. "Those are critical supplies that must continue to be reserved for healthcare workers and other medical first responders, as recommended by current CDC guidance,"All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.
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