How to Create a 3D Origami Mask Tracing Template

This tutorial will show you how to create a pattern template to trace "cut" lines onto your fabric. I recommend using a heavy cardstock to create your tracing template. This really simplifies and speeds up the cutting process so you can move on to sewing your masks. I include five sizes: Child S-M, Child L-XL, Teen/Adult XS, Adult S-M, Adult L-XL. 

For the full sewing tutorial, see How to Make a 3D Origami Face Mask (with pictures) and this post with illustrations.

Step 1: Start by cutting out a rectangle according to your desired size.

Size	Rectangle Dimensions
Child S-M (5-11 yrs)	7.5” x 6”
Child L-XL (11-12 yrs)	8.5” x 6.5”
Teen/Adult XS	9.75” x 7”
Adult S-M	10.25” x 7.25”
Adult L-XL	10.5” x 8”

Step 2: To crop the corners, measure the appropriate distance (1.75”, 2”, or 2.25”; see table below) on both sides of the rectangle.

Size	Rectangle Dimensions	Corner Crop
Child S-M (5-11 yrs)	7.5” x 6”	1.75”
Child L-XL (11-12 yrs)	8.5” x 6.5”	1.75”
Teen/Adult XS	9.75” x 7”	2”
Adult S-M	10.25” x 7.25”	2.25”
Adult L-XL	10.5” x 8”	2.25”

 

Step 3: Once the corners are cropped, each template should resemble a rectangular octagon. 

 Step 4: Place your cardstock template on clean, preshrunk, ironed fabric (two layers works better than one). Trace around the template with a pencil or pen. Cut along the marked lines.