Great information on DIY Face Mask filter materials if you are making a face mask with filter pocket like I am. I decided to use a 13 MERV air filter disassemble it so I can cut the filter fabric using my pattern. I’ve made one face mask so far and am currently working on three face masks […]
My friend JojoSews just published a video on how to sew a face mask using elastic hair ties. During the first half of the video she shows you how to embroider the mask using a Brother SE625. But you should watch even if you don’t have an embroidery machine because during the second half of the video she shows […]
Learn how to make bias tape using fabric in this video that my friend Melinda shared with me. It’s a great alternative to elastic or ribbon to secure your handmade face mask. It’s simply a matter of cutting your fabric, ironing it and then sewing it!
I made my first face mask using this face mask pattern with a filter pocket and I tried […]
I wanted to share this video on how to make a no-sew pleated face mask. It’s a great option to offer you some protection while in public when you don’t have any other mask alternatives. Thanks goes to the Lash family for sharing!
If you have a sewing machine, try the face mask with filter pocket pattern that I’m […]
Get a free face mask pattern with filter pocket to use as the next best option if you do not have an N95 mask or to sew face masks to donate (JOANN is accepting donations at all locations). I am using this pattern to make face masks for my family so we can wear them when we do need to go out in public. I like the design […]
My family has chosen to conserve all paper products in our household since we do not know for how long this health emergency will last. I wanted to share my tips on how we are conserving paper products:
Today’s #GardenJournal is to share with you my squash during a rainy day. It will be so exciting when our small garden starts producing vegetables! What is happening in your garden or yard today?
Today’s #GardenJournal is to share with you how well my leeks are growing. They are like green onions (but finer). We will use them in salads or as a fresh seasoning for our meat. What is happening in your garden or yard today?
When the days run together because no matter what day it is you’re not allowed to leave the house, you need to journal. Let’s get together as moms on social media and #GardenJournal. Just post a daily photo of any plant in your garden or yard and post it on social media with the hashtag #GardenJournal.
I want to help you learn how to be more self-sufficient at home so I’m sharing this Ball Herb Growing Kit (3 pack) that I just added to my Walmart Pickup order (sadly my Walmart has canceled all pickup orders and is no longer offering it, but you can definitely buy this online). It’s an easy way to have an herb […]