No Sew DIY Face Mask – Using Rainbow Loom Bands

Need an easy no sew DIY face mask?  I have a quick, and frugal way that you can your kids can make a face mask today!  Finding a face mask right now is monumental task. The stores don’t have any, Amazon is out of stock, and if you don’t have a sewing machine, you are in trouble. 

Not to worry, it’s just time to get creative! 

Thankfully, you can make your own without needing to sew a single stitch!  No sew face masks are easy to make with things you most likely already have at home.  Plus, you can get your kids to help! 

Before I share just how easy the face masks are, I know you are trying to save as much money as possible right now. 

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Everyone Must Wear A Face Mask

Let’s jump in! Today the CDC announced that they would like all Americans to wear a face mask when they leave their homes.  All of us.  Even if you are not sick.  Woah!  I freaked out for a minute.  Let me share a secret with you – I can’t sew.  I wish I could, but I don’t know how. 

I Can’t Sew A Face Mask

Because I can’t sew, I set out to figure out how to make my own, no sew DIY face mask.  I started poking around a bit online and saw an idea to use hair ties and a bandana.  So, I gave it a try.  Ouch!   My ears turned red after a few seconds.  Maybe I have really strong hair ties, but those hurt my ears really bad. 

I knew this was not going to work – at least not for an extended amount of time.  I was picturing myself walking around the grocery store trying to purchase groceries, and I knew I would never be able to wear a face mask using pony tail hair ties for very long. 

Rainbow Loom Bands To the Rescue

I started thinking about other ideas.  I didn’t have any elastic laying around the house, but then I had a great idea.  What about Rainbow Loom bands?!  My kids have tons of those bands laying around!

If you don’t have a Rainbow Loom or Rainbow Loom Bands, consider getting one for your kids! There are so many great projects you can make out of a Rainbow Loom!

I put my daughter to work and she made a simple single band Rainbow Loom bracelet in just a few minutes.  Just big enough to fit around my ears.  She made two of them for me and this was perfect!  They were not too tight, and they fit comfortably around my ears!  The best part, you can make them as big as you need, to have as much stretch as you need! 

Taking The Face Mask To The Next Level

After we made ear hooks, we decided to take it to the next level – just to make sure the mask did not fall off!  My daughter made an extra rainbow loom single band bracelet and we hooked it to the ear loops so that it would go around the back of your head. 

Like a head band, but for the back of your head, instead of the top of your head.  Again, this was awesome!  It worked great and definitely held the mask in place! 

Below are step-by-step photo instructions on how to make your own no sew DIY face mask using rainbow loom bands and a bandana.  Super quick, easy, and frugal!  Plus, you can get your kids to help!

No Sew DIY Face Mask Supplies Needed:

• Rainbow Loom
• Rainbow Loom Bands
• Rainbow Loom Band S Clips (S Clips are included in official Rainbow Loom band packets)
• Bandana

Step-By-Step Photo Instructions To Make A No Sew Face Mask

Step #1: Gather Supplies

First step to making a no sew DIY face mask is to gather your supplies. As you can see, you only need a few simple supplies from around your house.

• Rainbow Loom
• Rainbow Loom Bands
• Rainbow Loom Band S Clips (S Clips are included in official Rainbow Loom band packets)
• Bandana

Step #2: Lay Out Your Bandana

Lay out your bandana on a flat surface.

Step #3: Fold Up 1/3 From Bottom

Fold up 1/3 of the bandana from the bottom.

Step #4: Fold Down 1/3 From Top

Fold down the remaining 1/3 of the bandana from the top.

Step #5: Fold Both Again

Fold both top and bottom again towards the center.

Step 6: Make 3 Rainbow Loom Bracelets

Make 3 single strand Rainbow Loom bracelets attached with an S Clip.

Step #7: Add Rainbow Loom Bracelets

Add a Rainbow Loom bracelet to each end of the bandana.

Step #8: Fold Over Ends

Fold over the ends of the bandana towards the center.

Step #9: Make a Pointed End

Using one end of the bandana – fold the sides to make a pointed end.

Step #10: Fold Ends Into Each Other

Using the pointed end, fold it into the other end of the bandana, making a nice tight fold.

Step #11: Add A Headband

This step is optional. You can either wear your mask with or without the headband. We found that the headband helped the mask stay in place much better. It’s up to you.

Using the third Rainbow Loom bracelet, add it to each end of the current ear loops so it can wrap around the back of your head. This band is optional, but it sure helps hold the face mask in place.

Step #12: Wear Your Face Mask

You did it1 Your no sew DIY face mask is complete! You can either wear it with or without the headband. It’s up to you!

There you have it! An easy and frugal way to make a no sew DIY face mask with supplies you most likely already have. The best part, you can get your kids involved in helping!

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