Virtual Sewing Fest
sew clear masks together for a good cause
Sewists from across the world are uniting on Zoom to make and donate clear masks at the first-ever #VirtualSewingFest.
Choose from 5 different mask designs, meet new people, listen to live music, and learn tips from pros!
Thursday, September 24th, 2020
10:00 AM PST
1:00 PM EST
8:00 PM Israel
Live on Zoom
Closed Captioning and ASL Provided
1. Register
How to Register?
Use the form below to register, then scroll to Step 2!
If you have trouble with the captcha:
Click the Register Here button below, but don't forget to come back to this page to choose your mask and how to donate it!
2. Choose Your Mask
Pick from five awesome designs brought to you by our partners, or make your own. Download the patterns and sewing guide and get your materials ahead of the event.
Don’t have time to get stuff?
No problem! You can purchase a kit to be sent directly to your home.
Dorothy Mask
Adaptive Design Association
Clear mask with large window, flexible wearing options, nose wire and elasticized chin cup for good fit.
Clearly Mask
Tikkun Olam Makers
This transparent face mask was designed with lip readers in mind and follows Israel’s Ministry of Health recommended DIY mask guidelines.
Clear Mask
Michigan Clear Mask Program
The design was created by Kate Panzer In support of the Deaf-Hearing Communication Center (DHCC) Mask Program.
Expression Mask
Maker Mask
Can’t sew? Don’t worry. Try this no sew mask that uses heat sealed seams to securely bond the window
material to the mask fabric.
Window Mask
Anne Gates Studio x Something Labs
This mask was designed with love and care, with hearing impaired communities in mind. The mask also comes in kids sizes!
3. Donate Your Masks
Option #1
Donate Your Masks Locally
Give your masks to someone you know or reach out to a local organization that might need it.
Option #2
Let Us Donate Masks For You
Send back your masks and we will make sure it reaches those most in need.
USA
Fill out a return shipping label form here.
Israel
Contact roy@tomglobal.org
Other
Contact your local TOM community manager here.
Option #3
Donate Kits To Sewers
4. Help Spread the Word
Head to our Social Media Kit to help spread the word and share the #VirtualSewingFest experience with your friends, family and community!
The kit includes:
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Images and Alt-Text for Posts
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Social Media Handles for all Partners
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Hashtag Guide
Partners
