Question 1

What comes in a kit?

Accepted Answer

Each kit will be able to make 50 masks and will contain:
    -100 pieces of 10”x6” pre cut rectangles of cotton fabric
    -100 6” pieces of elastic
    -100 pieces of flannel paper to use as a filter 
Thread, needles, and other sewing equipment are not included in the kit.

Question 2

How much of a time commitment is this?

Accepted Answer

Depending on your sewing experience level, each mask takes 5-10 minutes to sew. Each volunteer will have 5 days to complete sewing their kit

Question 3

How can I get started?

Accepted Answer

Join the Miracle Mask initiative to sew urgently needed face masks by clicking the "Take Action" tab above. Register. You will receive a confirmation with instructions. 
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Question 4

What do I do when I'm finished?  ​

Accepted Answer

Ensure all masks are clean and free of potential contaminants such as pet hair, food stains, etc. Place completed masks in the bags provided or in clean plastic bags. Put everything you are returning into the trunk of your vehicle. Return the items back to the site location you signed up for in either Danbury or Newtown

Question 5

How can I get help sewing?

Accepted Answer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FB--BOyTiU

Just follow this instructional video:

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