PPE (Going beyond balloons)

We love getting to use our creative skills for fun. But in these interesting times, inspiration can be put to functional use. Kelly has been busy developing step-by-step pictorial instructions and developing mask designs for personal use to free up supplies for hospitals.

The Blossom design is an amalgamation of several different designs, and was developed with the good will of a team of medical, design and instructional professionals. It allows for the insertion of filter material, replacement of the nose bridge, cinching side straps, contrast stitching for quick identification of the back of the mask and can utilize a variety of strap materials. Best for personal use, to free up commercial masks for medical use, only provides basic coverage. If making to donate, please check first with your intended recipient to make sure it meets their needs!

The latest design is for people who may not have access, time or materials on hand to make a cover for their existing commercial masks or are looking for something just a little "better than a bandana" for when you really need to make a trip to the grocery store.

Printable PDF downloads of these designs are available on our Antisocial Art Show Project Site. That's where we're focusing our "crisis creativity" efforts. We're hoping to encourage people to find fun and creative things to do at home, and stay connected to each other.