This week, I decided to share a project I’ve been needing to make for a long time. This week, I’m going to you how to make a DIY Sleep Mask With Free Printable Pattern. If you’re like, settling into a better sleep rhythm is something I have put off for too long. Let’s be honest, because between the kids and all the other stuff going on, being able to get a good night’s sleep needs to be higher up on our radar, am I right?! The great thing about making a homemade sleep mask is it’s something that the whole family can gain benefit from as well. I know I have a little more patience when I’ve had a good night sleep. Don’t give in to the thought that you’ll never rest easy. It’s time for some self-care!
This DIY sleep mask is a perfect easy sewing project to get started on. You might just be able to whip this up today so that you can sleep easier tonight! It’s also a great way to give a new gift to someone in your life, too. As a matter of fact, you might have just stumbled upon an easy project that is perfect for all your homemade gift needs. Just gather up the list of simple supplies below and follow the short list of directions. You’ll be done with these homemade sleep masks in no time at all!
Supplies For This DIY Sleep Mask With Free Pattern
- 1-6”x12” scrap piece of cotton fabric for main
- 1-6”x12” scrap piece of flannel fabric for lining
- 1-6”x12” scrap piece of cotton quilt batting
- 1-8-10” piece of elastic
- PDF sleep mask pattern
- Matching thread
- Sewing pins or clips
- Scissors
- Turning tool
- Rotary cutter, Cutting mat and ruler
- Iron
How To Make DIY Sleep Mask With Free Printable Pattern
I like to start out my sewing projects by washing, drying, and pressing my fabric. This helps it cut easier and lay nicer overall. Next, print and cut out your PDF sleep mask pattern. Is this DIY sleep mask missing the size you are looking for? Then check out our post on Pattern Grading. Use your pattern to cut out one piece of cotton fabric, one piece of flannel and one piece of the cotton quilt batting.
Measure the length of your elastic to comfortably fit around your head. On the cotton piece of fabric, align your elastic as indicated on the pattern and baste the elastic in place. Your DIY Sleep Mask is already coming together!
Pin the excess of your elastic in place and in this order, layer your pieces: Cotton piece, right side facing up, cotton batting, and flannel right side facing down. Pin the layers in place. Having the extra batting layer will make your DIY sleep mask super comfortable on your face when you wear it!
Next on this diy sleep mask with free printable pattern sewing tutorial, sew the layers together around the mask using a using a 3/8″ seam allowance. Make sure you leave an opening at the top as indicated on the pattern for turning the mask right side out in a later step.
Cut notches out of the curves to make it easier to turn right side out. The keeps the edges from bunching up when you turn it.
Using your turning tool, turn the mask right side out. With a warm iron, press around the edges, and press the raw edges of the opening at the top inward. This will make it easier to sew the opening closed.
Finally, the last step on the diy sleep mask with free printable pattern sewing tutorial, topstitch around the mask using a 1/4″ seam allowance to close up the opening. That’s it! You can now get ready to enjoy your DIY Sleep Mask the next time you get ready for bed! The great thing about a sleep mask is that you can wear it a few different ways. The purpose of a sleep mask is to cut out the darkness so that you can rest easy and get some sleep. It’s amazing how the light coming in through your windows can throw off all of your rest.
The other thing that people do with sleep masks is wearing them right up to the point that they’re going ready to drift off to sleep. Once they’re to that point, they then take off the face mask and snuggle down since their minds are already made up that it’s time for bed. They are also great when you are trying to sleep on an airplane! You can block out any light around you and actually rest!
The great thing about making a sleep mask is that you can keep it for yourself or gift it to a friend as well. And since they don’t take very long to make, you’re going to love the fact that you can make a few of these in a very short amount of time. Giving your family and friends a homemade sleep mask is a really cool homemade gift that they’re certain to love. And best of all, the more that you make, the better you’ll become. You might be able to create quite a stash of sleep masks!
If you’re ready to start making more of these for homemade gifts, you can easily start with Christmas and birthdays being your main focus. Figure out what type of colors they like or prints and do your best to find a fabric that will work.
If you loved learning how to make these DIY sleep mask with free printable pattern as I did just pin this to your favorite easy DIY ideas board on Pinterest so you can find it again quickly when you’re ready! Be sure to tag us on social media as we love seeing what our readers make and seeing the fabric they choose!
DIY Sleep Mask With Free Printable Pattern
Do you like sleeping with a mask? You're going to love this DIY Sleep Mask With Free Printable Pattern! This easy sewing project will help you sleep better for only a few bucks!
Materials
Instructions
- Print and cut out your PDF sleep mask pattern.
- Use your pattern to cut out one piece of cotton fabric, one piece of flannel and one piece of the cotton quilt batting.
- Measure the length of your elastic to comfortably fit around your head.
- On the cotton piece of fabric, align your elastic as indicated on the pattern.
- Baste stitch the elastic in place.
- Pin the excess of your elastic in place and in this order, layer your pieces: Cotton piece, right side facing up, cotton batting and flannel right side facing down.
- Pin pieces in place.
- Using a using a 3/8″ seam allowance, leaving an opening at the top as indicated on the pattern, sew around the mask.
- Cut notches out of the curves and if needed and turn the mask right side out.
- Using a warm iron, press around the edges, and press the raw edges of the opening at the top inward.
- Using a ¼” seam allowance, top stitch around the mask.
- Enjoy better sleep!
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