Ask AI: How to make a face mask

1. Cut two 10-by-6-inch rectangles of cotton fabric. 2. Fold over the long sides of each piece 1/4 inch and hem. 3. Fold the double layer of fabric in half, widthwise, with the right side inside. 4. Sew the two raw edges together, using a 5/8-inch seam allowance. 5. Turn the mask right-side out. 6. Press the mask, making sure to pay attention to the corners. 7. Topstitch around the entire perimeter of the mask, using a 1/8-inch seam allowance. 8. For a filter pocket, cut a 3-by-5-inch rectangle, fold it in half widthwise and sew shut. 9. Insert the pocket into the mask, folding the raw edges inside. 10. Topstitch around the perimeter of the pocket. 11. Cut two 7-inch pieces of elastic and tie them on either side of the mask. 12. Place the mask over your nose and mouth and adjust the elastic for a comfortable fit.