So, 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.

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 try I used Bella Coco Perfect Cotton DK (50% Cotton, 50% Acrylic) 245m (268yds), 100g (3.5oz) in Light Pink (MC) and Dark Pink (CC), however this yarn is no longer available, so please select an alternative such as King Cole Cotton Soft. First, let’s make the casing for the elastic. Fold the long strip in half lengthwise, with the right sides together.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.

Since I’m writing this post, you can rightly assume I’m quite pleased with how my satin eye mask experiment turned out. 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. 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). I used weights and scissors to cut my pattern pieces, but it’s easier with a rotary cutter. Do not use pins, you don’t want to snag the fabric.

PREVIOUSLY...

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. With right sides facing out, dc through both pieces using CC and only work in front panel when working around the ribbon. Video Tutorials It should be mentioned that while satin is a slippery fabric and notoriously difficult to sew, adding fusible interfacing makes sewing satin a breeze! It was basically as easy as sewing cotton fabric! Double Crochet 2 stitches together (dc2tog): Insert hook into stitch, yo pull through stitch 2 loops on the hook, insert hook into next stitch, yarn over pull through stitch, 3 loops on the hook and finally yarn over and pull through 3 loops. pin for later Crochet Sleep mask Pattern