100% Cotton Fabric for Face Masks

Best Fabric Store has joined the cause to flatten the curve. As an online fabric supplier, it's our duty to serve the public as best as we can with our resources. Because of this, we've dedicated our workroom facilities to make 100% cotton face masks. Working with a group of awesome volunteers, we're crafting and donating masks to healthcare workers and first responders in need. The masks are designed with an interior pocket to insert a filter if desired. Every day, we're in the office making as many masks as we can and sending them off to those in need. So far, we've had hundreds of orders placed. If you're interested in making your own masks for your family or to donate, we offer over 50 different 100% cotton options. Choose from an array of solid colors and prints to add some style to your masks. If you're going to be wearing one, you might as well customize it right? Our chevron and quatrefoil patterns are popular choices for cloth face masks, but the solid colors are great for those not interested in designs. Use these 100% cotton fabrics to create masks in your child's school colors, or those of your favorite sports team or alma mater. Our Lime Green owl print is also a cute option for both children and healthcare workers. Should you wish to make traditional white masks, we do offer 100% cotton sheeting for these. What matters is the more people wearing masks in public, the better chance we have of decreasing the spread of the virus. When you place your order, we'll have it shipped as quickly as possible, though keep in mind there may be shipping delays due to the virus.

Please be aware that we do not stock elastic, but fabric can be used for mask ties. See our blog for our how-to guide on making cloth face masks. If you'd like to help our cause, click https://www.gofundme.com/f/best-fabric-store?utm_source=widget&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet to donate so that we may continue making masks for health care providers and first responders. Help us flatten the curve and get the US back to work.

FAQ

Q: What kind of fabric is used in surgical masks?

A: The surgical masks worn by healthcare professional are made of a non-woven fabric called polypropylene. This fabric is ideal for air permeability and works to keep bacteria away from the wearer’s nose and mouth.

Those outside of the healthcare industry are advised to wear 100% cotton masks. This allows those working directly with COVID-19 patients to get the best protection possible. For everyday people, 100% cotton is best alternative to the surgical masks. Cotton also effectively prevents droplets from escaping or entering the mask, so you will be better protected from others who cough, sneeze, or even speak around you.

Q: Can you use fabric paint on face masks?

A: To keep the cotton mask fabric breathable, we recommend the use of fabric marker pens. You wouldn’t want to use acrylic paint, which would be toxic to breathe in for long periods of time. Plus, the paint seals off the porous makeup of the cotton, making it more difficult to wear. Fabric marker pens come in a rainbow of shades and are permanent and non-toxic. After you’ve created your design, the pen ink is washable, so you won’t have to re-draw your creation. Check our Tulip Fabric Markers!

Q: How much fabric do you need for a face mask?

A: The CDC recommends two 10”x6” rectangles of cotton fabric for sewn masks and 20”x20” washable and breathable fabric for non-sewn masks.