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six fabric masks on a table next to a sewing machine.

Making face masks

When the COVID-19 outbreak happened in Melbourne and we went into hard lockdown, it was challenging to find masks. Using a simple pattern on the internet and keeping a surgical mask on hand as a guide, I made several for my closest friends and family to wear and stay safe.

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