An Elastic Shortage Solution: A Comfortable Alternative for DIY Mask-m – Dona Bela Shreds

The surge of DIY face masks is on the rise.  These uncertain times call for people and companies to get creative in protecting themselves and others from COVID-19, especially when there is a lack of resources. One important feature of a face mask is elastic - the component used to make a mask wearable. Read more about
The high demand for elastic is forcing some companies to offer their raw materials as an alternative to consumers. Material that is one of the best alternatives to elastic is knit or stretchable material. One example of a knit material is jersey.

DIY masks so popular locally, elastic stretched thin

Dona Bela SHREDS – Dona Bela Shreds

Dona Bela SHREDS – Dona Bela Shreds

october-2009

Activa Rigid Wrap Plaster Cloth - Artist & Craftsman Supply

Ella Jayne Home - Reversible Weighted Blanket - Minky

Ex-Apple employees start Fix The Mask to make masks with rubber bands

Shortage of elastic for masks

Dealmed 3 Elastic Bandage Wrap with Self-Closure – 10

The Esoteric Curiosa: 2010/09/24

Dona Bela SHREDS – Dona Bela Shreds

Dona Bela SHREDS – Dona Bela Shreds

Issue 66 by The Monsey View - Issuu

Build Sew Reap: DIY Masks without Elastic

Dealmed 6 Elastic Bandage Wrap with Self-Closure, Stretched