Question

My neighbor has graciously been sewing masks for healthcare workers at the hospital I work at. She is struggling find more elastic band for the masks. Would anyone have 1/8 or 1/4 inch elastic I could pay for in order to help make more masks? I would gladly pick up the material. Thanks

Answer 1

Honestly the elastic is awful to wear for 8 hours straight. I traded in all my elastic masks for ones with ties. The elastic irritates skin on ears, causes migraines and makes TMJ worse. If your friend has extra material or shoelaces, I highly recommend a tie

Answer 2

Many are requesting ties. I make them too. I keep going back and forth tie vs elastic, and ties are wanted so staff dont have to deal with more elastic over the N95s. I know it doesnt help, but ties are better for medical staff I've been told  

Answer 3

For hospital it should be ties only as they can be properly washed and sterilized but for other use she can use /make strings from old elastic tshirts

Answer 4

I am in the medical field and I like mine with the ties as well. Mine with the elastic is actually too loose. I only have one of the tied ones but they are great because you can adjust them. Thank you for your help

Answer 5

Any chance you have bungee cords in your garage? If you cut it open it’s all elastic

Answer 6

I've heard strips made from t-shirts work in a pinch. Has stretch and comfortable  

Comments

@locklear I use tshirt string and it works great.  

Answer 7

Use hair ponytail elastic things

Answer 8

You can pick up at our warehouse in Batavia bowtiqueemilee. com

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Answer 9

I have some 1 inch that can be cut (very very minimal fraying) if you can pick it up.  

Answer 10

I have about 5 yards of it. Let me know if you need it.  

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