Masks are often worn not only by adults but also by children to prevent colds and protect against the cold.
There are many types, such as three-dimensional styles that don’t feel stuffy and pleated styles that fit different face sizes.
Some of you may find that store-bought masks don’t fit your child’s size well.
In this article, we’ll introduce ideas for handmade masks that help children stay comfortable.
We’ve gathered options that won’t tire them out even if they run around energetically or chat a lot, and that can be washed and reused many times.
Try making handmade masks that kids will be excited to wear!
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Handmade masks for children. Practical and fashionable handmade (1–10)
3D mask made by hand sewing
For those who don’t have a sewing machine, I recommend a 3D mask you can make by hand.
The stitching method is simple enough even for people who aren’t good at sewing, so why not try making one for your children or grandchildren? Since it goes directly against the skin, gauze fabric is recommended.
Gauze handkerchiefs sold at 100-yen shops are fine, too.
If you use a free downloadable pattern, it’s easy even for beginners.
Just cut the fabric according to the pattern and hand-sew it.
It’s easier to sew if you use an iron to make crisp creases in the fabric, so give it a try.
gauze mask
Many people who want to make handmade masks for children probably think using patterns is a hassle.
Here’s an easy way to mass-produce gauze masks! You can use a sewing machine or sew by hand.
Since there are lots of straight stitches, using a sewing machine might make it quicker and easier.
You only need one piece of fabric and no pattern.
Because you fold the fabric as you sew, the mask gets a bit thicker, so we recommend using thin materials like gauze.
This method is simple enough for first-time mask makers, so why not try it for your children or grandchildren?
A fold-up mask with a beautiful silhouette
We all tend to care about the silhouette when wearing a mask, don’t we? For those particular about that silhouette, I recommend the folded-up mask design.
It doesn’t touch your mouth, making it easier to breathe—a popular shape for that reason! Even children who don’t like masks might wear one if you make it in this style.
You’ll use a sewing machine, but since it’s a basic method, there shouldn’t be any especially difficult steps.
It’s also beginner-friendly because you can make it without a pattern! You could even use fabric with your child’s favorite character.
pleated mask
Thinking that making pleated masks for kids by hand is too hard? If you minimize the sewing steps, you can make pleated masks super easily! You’ll sew together two pieces of fabric of your choice.
You won’t even need to measure with a ruler to make the pleats—just fold them by hand and clip them with clothespins, no pins required! Since children’s masks are smaller than adult ones, adding pleats is easier, too.
This is perfect for anyone wanting to try handmade projects for the first time!
3D mask with no top or bottom
Perfect for sewing beginners! Here’s an easy, handmade kids’ mask you can make.
Children often dislike masks or find them a hassle to wear, right? With this design, they’ll be comfortable wearing it.
Using double gauze makes it gentle on the skin.
No pattern needed—just sew straight lines with a sewing machine and you’re good to go! Of course, you can hand-sew it too, so even if you’re really not comfortable with a machine, that’s fine.
The design has no top or bottom, so your child won’t put it on the wrong way! You can easily mass-produce these 3D masks, so give it a try.
Washable 3D mask
Reusable cloth masks that can be washed are eco-friendly, so I highly recommend them! Here’s an introduction to an “easy-to-wash 3D mask” you can make with fabric you already have at home.
You can make masks using leftover fabric, dishcloths, or tenugui hand towels! With a free pattern, even beginners can do it easily.
Just cut your material according to the pattern and use it.
There aren’t many sewing steps, so if you’re not confident with a sewing machine or don’t have one at home, hand sewing is perfectly fine.
You’ll get a beautifully shaped, three-dimensional finish! Kids will love it if you make theirs with character prints.
A mask you can make without sewing
How about a kids’ mask that’s easy for anyone to make with as little sewing as possible? This method is recommended for people who aren’t confident in sewing or are new to handmade masks.
Once you create a pattern using A4 paper, the rest is very simple! You can even mass-produce them, so it might be a good idea to make several and keep them in stock.
Kids tend to get their masks dirty, so having plenty on hand is never a problem! Since there are only a few sewing steps, hand-sewing is fine, and of course a sewing machine works too.
The mask has a slightly three-dimensional finish, making it easier to breathe and comfortable for children to wear.