Those two circumstances will make for a lot ofsweaty facesthis summer.
But there are ways to make covering up a little more comfortable, even in record heat.
Here’s how to make a fast, no-fuss T-shirt mask for summer safety.
You’ll need a ruler, scissors and a T-shirt, preferably 100 percent cotton.
check that the sleeve is big enough to cover your nose and mouth.
2.Lay the shirt flat on a table.Cut along the seam of one sleeve, then set it aside.
4.Cut through the loop so you have a long strip of cloth.
This will be the strap of your mask.
5.Lay the sleeve on the table with the seam in the middle, facing up.
Slide the ends of the strip through the sides of the sleeve, leaving a loop at the top.
Your mask is ready to wear.
Pull the straps out and back to cinch up the sides, and tie the ends behind your neck.
The mask should fit snugly and comfortably, with both layers covering your mouth and nose.
8.Repeat with the other sleeve and you’ve got a pair of soft, breathable, washable masks.
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