Make your own facemask in a few easy steps!

In times like these when COVID-19 is affecting all of us greatly in every way, it’s more important than ever to not only be safe from disease and healthy, but also to be resourceful and practical.

With the right tools and materials, it’s very easy to make your own basic protective gear. Did you know that with some spare cloth, a printer, and a sewing machine, you can sew your own facemask? Now there’s no need to worry about disposable facemasks—you can quickly craft your own for light everyday use and supplies of surgical masks can go to health workers and frontliners who need them more.

Here’s what you’ll need:
Outer fabric (20cm x 80cm)
Inner fabric (20cm x 80cm)
Band (2m)
Printer
Sewing machine/sewing tools
* The above measurements are good for three masks.
* Soft-textured material, such as gauze, is preferable.
* You can add your own embroidery or lace.

SIZE CHART

Size
Finished size
Length of ear band

For babies (9 months – 3 years)
8.5cm x 12.5cm
29cm x 2 pieces

For children (5 – 9 years)
11cm x 14.5cm
31cm x 2 pieces

For adults
13cm x 17cm
35cm x 2 pieces

Instructions:
Sew the outer fabric together.
Cut two pieces of the outer fabric according to the attached pattern, which you can print for accuracy. Place the pieces together right-side in, then sew them with 1cm seam allowance. Press-iron edges and topstitch. Don’t forget to reinforce the stitches at the start and end.

Do the same for the inner fabric.
You can decorate the mask at this step.

Sew the inner and the outer fabric together.
Place the inner and outer fabric together right-side in, then sew the top and bottom. Press-iron edges and topstitch.
Then turn the inner fabrics right-side out. Press-iron and topstitch.

Make the elastic band.
Sew the inner mask layer. Fold one edge three times and stitch. Do the same for the other side.

Assemble the elastic band by cutting it according to the measurements in the size chart plus 3cm seam allowance. (You’re free to adjust the measurements as needed.) Insert it through the edges of the mask and tie a knot to secure them.

Iron the mask to finish it!

You can also watch this video to see how everything is done:
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And you can download the patterns and instructions here: http://bit.ly/BrotherDIYFacemask.

Other notes:
You can use any pattern and design you want!

For better results, tighter stitches, and a more durable mask, you can machine-stitch it with reliable tools such as Brother Sewing Machines.

Brother Philippines stands with the nation in its fight against COVID-19, and supports all efforts to combat the spread of the virus and heal the country.

For information and updates on Brother products, customers may visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/BROTHERatyourside. They can also call the Brother Helpdesk Hotline at (02) 8 581-9898, or through the toll-free line at 1-10-BROTHER or send an email to helpdesk@brother.com.ph.

Make Every Pinoy Home's Yuletide Feast "PASKONG SARANGANI BAY

Sarangani Bay Prime Bangus, a local brand in the Philippines that produces all kind of bangus-related delicacies and is available in leading groceries and markets is encouraging every Filipino home to make their Yuletide feast more enriching with a "Paskong Sarangani Bay" as theme. Packed with delicious goodness and rich in vitamins, protein and minerals, Sarangani Bay Prime Bangus is sure to be savored, especially during the holidays, where most of the foods can be unhealthy.

Sarangani Bay's Executive Chef Gigi Angkaw in a recent Paskong Sarangani Bay get-together/appreciation gathering with Blogger partner shared some delicious holiday recipe ideas using Sarangani Bay Prime Bangus product. Among them were Bangus Sisig, Holiday Crostini with Smoked Fist Pate, and Spicy Sardines Pasta using MIO (Milkfish in Oil). These recipes give a healthier take to any noche buena celebration.

Sarangani Bay also showcases its #LoveLokal campaign through its Facebook page Kusina Sarangani, wherein they proudly shoe their food products, provide authentic Filipino recipes and encourage every Filipino to patronize our own.

Sarangani Bay Prime Bangus originated its name from the place itself, Sarangani Bay, a Southern part of Mindano which is home to a rich seafood experience – that is, where the company also get its fish supply. The brand is proud to say that it is the Philippines's largest processor and exporter of seafood. Sarangani Bay has a variety of food products – whether it be unseasoned, cooked, bottled, marinated, which is sure to bring delight to any family's dining table.

Sarangani Bay is available in selected S&R, Showise, SM Supermarket, Waltermart, Rustans, and Robinsons outlet nationwide. For more of Sarangani Bay and their other meal recipes, follow them on facebook.com/KusinaSarangina it check their website www.saranganibay.com.ph

Century Tuna Seperbods Ageless 2018 mechanics

Are you healthy? Are you sexy? Are you Superbod? Be part of Century Tuna Superbods Ageless 2018!

For the first time ever in this most awaited bi-annual event, the Century Tuna Superbods Ageless 2018 search features two exciting categories with 36 finalists: 20 finalists in the 18-37 years old category and 16 finalists in the 38-50 years old category. Yes, you heard it right!  This year’s Superbods search, truly summer’s hottest event, will now also welcome ageless participants in its bid to prove that, indeed, you can still be fit, sexy, and beautiful regardless of age.

One male and female for each category will be declared this year's Superbods and Century Tuna's next image models, winning Php50,000 each plus other exciting perks.

Qualifications:

1. Open to male and female with Filipino heritage.
2. Age limit : 18-37 years old (Superbods) and 38 to 50 years old (Ageless).
3. Height requirement : must be at least 5'7 for men and 5'4 for women (and or above).
4. Physically Fit
5. Pleasing Personality
6. Np prior endorsements from any competing brand
7. PARTICIPANTS MUST RESIDE IN THE PHILIPPINES FROM FEBRUARY 2018 UNTIL APRIL 2019.
8. No prior record of public misdemeanor.
9. Must be available on the following dates: 

• February 25, 2018 - Final callback
• March 3, 2018 - Grooming of the finalist
• March 4, 2018 - Workshop
• March 5, 2018 - Photoshoot
• March 15, 2018 - Press launch
• March 19, 2018 - Superbods Ageless Ultimate Challenge
• April 2, 2018 - Zalora Fitting
• April 7, 2018 - Zalora Fashion Show
• April 8, Superbods Day (marathon and fitness party)
• April 10 to 11, 2018 - Offsite Rehearsals for Finals Night
• April 12, Finals Night

Requirements:

1. Birth Certificate
2. Most Recent photo (1 head shot and 1 full body)
3. Three (3) pcs. Century Tuna label
4. Filled-up application form
5. Swimwear (two-piece for female and board shorts for male)

GoSee Schedules:

• February 11, 2018 -- SEDA Hotel, Davao city (10am -5pm)
• February 17, 2018 -- Gold's Gym, Ayala Center Cebu
• February 18 and 24, 2018 -- Manila (venue to follow)

For inquiries and registration, feel free to contact Apple Marabe-Cuenca at 0917-702-1894

So go ahead, conquer yourself! Show them what you got in the Century Tuna Superbods Ageless 2018. This is made possible by Cove Manila, Philipps, Indesit, Mabe, Tanduay Distillers, Inc., Zalora, and Chevrolet.

For more details, updates on events, and registration, you may visit Century Tuna Superbods on Facebook: www.facebook.com/centurytuna.