Hi moms. I am not particular good at sewing so making a mask is not an easy thing for me. I have been looking around and found some handmade ones on Etsy but they are not effective to actually stop the virus. I am also concerned of buying disposable face mask, since that creates more waste, but they are more effective. Here is my current list of pro and cons:
Making One:
Pro - handmade is unique and pretty, less waste, support small business
Con - cotton material is no use against COVID virus and one needs to be skilled, using up my T-shirt
Buying One:
Pro - 3 layer mask can be effective, KN95 is even better
Con - waste and may lead to shortage for NHS if we all start buying
I want to understand where you stand? I am confused about the government message of making our own face mask. And they initially said face mask is no use and suddenly everything changed. I am about to return to work which I need to commute to London and sometimes have to take public transport. And I certainly don't want the risk to bring virus home to my kids or my old parents.
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susanB86 · 06/06/2020 11:04
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