Disney Lilo and Stitch 3D Plush Sleep Mask, Official License

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The top is the only straight part of the eye mask, hence the best place to position your opening. Anywhere else it will be harder to close the gap and at the same time maintain the curved shapes of the eye mask. Step 6 Use a sewing gauge to make sure your sewn tube will be 5/8 inch wide. Pay attention to the guides on your sewing machine footplate to sew a straight line.

So, if you have half an hour to spare, why not make this luxurious eye mask? It’s super easy and inexpensive, and I’ve had so much fun making mine.Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, then pull through remaining two loops. The finished eye mask is a bit oversized – approximately 8.5 inches long and 3.5 inches wide. Satin eye mask – sewing supplies First, let’s make the casing for the elastic. Fold the long strip in half lengthwise, with the right sides together.

I fell in love with some gorgeous silk eye masks I discovered while surfing the internet. That was my idea of perfection – those silk sleep masks looked so dashing and soft, but the price exceeded my budget. Fortunately, I have a sewing machine and I know how to use it! Related: 40 easy sewing projects for beginners to trySo, I decided to make my own sleep mask. Still, silk is an expensive fabric and I was not ready to buy – at least not yet. Therefore, I went for the next best thing – an affordable silky satin fabric. Fold the seam allowance at the 2″ gap inside, and do your best to create a nice, smooth line. Hand-sew the opening using a slip stitch and a matching thread.

The length of the elastic depends on the size of your head and could be anywhere from 12 to 15 inches. To find the best fit for you, just stretch a piece of elastic around your head, from ear to ear (approximately).Row 2: Ch1 (does not class as a st here or throughout) 2 dc in first stitch. Dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in last st and then turn. <6 sts> This pattern is worked vertically to create the mask shape. Making up the heart design, make sure to use smaller sections of yarn to ensure the stitches look neat. Also, the chain one at the beginning on each row does not count as a stitch. Materials & tools Make it in any color you want, for you or as a gift for your family members or friends. This lovely satin eye mask is the perfect sleep companion! Make your own satin sleep mask Since I’m writing this post, you can rightly assume I’m quite pleased with how my satin eye mask experiment turned out.