Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get started sewing?
You can find all of our patterns under the Resources Tab
✂️Curved Pocket Cover Mask:✂️
Tutorial for Curved Pocket Cover Mask:
https://www.craftpassion.com/face-mask-sewing-pattern/?fbclid=IwAR1yn5Tw1C-tUk9Q8fg3w1Y5O6ItsRyWf_zfYnVO6M5Zdwu0pKkCg9UjR10
Live video of construction - Please note, after this video was made, she updated the pattern files to include the seam allowance so you no longer have to do that!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/217835396000055/permalink/219815539135374/
✂️Pleated Mask✂️
Pattern:
Live video construction by Rebekah Skaggs Santaw! (Thank you AGAIN!)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/217835396000055/permalink/226281488488779/
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Materials covered in this video:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/217835396000055/permalink/221091479007780/
Why do we recommend the Curved Pocket Cover Mask? See this video!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/217835396000055/permalink/223177812132480/
I want to sew masks but I need materials. How can I get some?
We have some materials and mask kits available for you to sew if you would like. We do ask that if you take materials from our supplies or through our group connections, that the supplies are used for the sole purpose of making masks for our group. Masks are not be made for individual use, given to other individuals or charities, or put up for sale.
To get a mask kit:
Mask kits are available from Synergy Mill during our open hours. Upon arrival to Synergy Mill, text (843) 697-4558 to request a face mask kit or supplies.
Include in text:
(1) car make/model/color
(2) FB Name
(3) Type of mask kit requesting, # of masks
(4) If you are also returning finished face masks made from a previous kit, please text the finished kit number you are returning as well.
Example Text:
Request for Facemask Kit, Honda Odyssey/Brown, Staci Kathleen, Need 20 Curved Mask Pattern, Returning Kit #56
Mask kits are also available from our Pickens locations. Text (864) 386-2282 to make arrangements for pick-up.
Kits will be brought to your vehicle. Please be patient while we work to bring your kits to your car.
Finished facemasks from kit materials must be returned before any further kits will be distributed.
Unable to pick up?
While we prefer you pick up kits/supplies, if you are unable to do so we still need you sewing and will get a mask kit to you! As above, we will be unable to give you a new mask kit if you already have one checked out, unless we are picking up finished masks at the same time.
Please fill out this form to request delivery of a mask kit:
https://forms.gle/yWVK7UjsCE2qwU4YA
If you are in need of other single materials such as elastic, bias tape etc., please contact an admin for arrangements to pick it up or have it dropped off. We will do our best to assist – some may be directed to our spin-off group Sew. Some. Good. Greenville Materials Exchange Group for attempts to make trades/donations directly with other members.
I can’t sew but I want to help! How can I help?
There are lots of ways to help our group besides sew!
#1 Recruit friends/family to sew – those on Facebook and those not on Facebook.
We need as many volunteers sewing as we can get!
#2 Donate materials
For details, see next FAQ
#3 Sign up to help distribute materials/supplies, pick up masks from our seamstresses, deliver finished face masks
Please fill out this form and we will be in touch! Thank you!
https://forms.gle/FnYnPbZE7SXhAtbu6
#4 Give a monetary donation
All monetary donations go directly toward supplies and operational costs. Please follow this link to make a donation via PayPal. If you prefer to make a monetary donation via other means, please contact Staci at (864) 561-8022, sewsomegoodgreenville@yahoo.com or via FB https://www.facebook.com/staci.armocida
We are able to provide tax receipts for your materials or donation upon request.
Please contact Megan Smith at
(864) 704-4097
I have materials I would like to donate. How can I get them to you?
We are in need of supplies to sew – 100% tightly woven cotton (on a bolt only), elastic, bias tape, thread, even sewing machines!
If you have a large scale donation (i.e. more than 10 yards of fabric, etc), we would love to accept it from you. If you are able to drop it off at Synergy Mill during our open hours, it would be most appreciated! Please contact one of our admins to make arrangements. If you would like to drop off at our Pickens location, text (864) 386-2282 to make arrangements.
We are able to provide tax receipts for your donation upon request.
Please contact Megan Smith at
(864) 704-4097
https://www.facebook.com/lazarm1990
If you are unable to drop off your large scale donation, we can arrange a volunteer to pick it up from you (porch pick up preferred). Please fill out this form and we will be in touch shortly. Also feel free to contact us directly via our FB page or email, sewsomegoodgreenville@yahoo.com
https://forms.gle/AF97UQMHAWrfU3Bj7
Small Scale Materials Donations/Request
If you have a small amount of materials, etc. to donate, please post in this spin-off group of our main group, Sew. Some. Good. Greenville Materials Exchange Group and attempt to make trades/donations directly with other members.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/3319998381385748/
We may be able to help if absolutely necessary with a volunteer to facilitate your exchanges among each other but please try your best first. If you still need help, message us.
Where is your distribution center? What are your hours?
For information on our distribution center and our open days, please check this link:
https://sewsomegoodgvl.org/distribution-locations
In order to comply with recommendations for stopping the spread of COVD-19, please do not come into either distribution center without prior authorization. Please drop off masks/supplies in the appropriately marked bins or text (864) 386-2282 as outlined or for assistance. We will have a volunteer come out to meet you.
I have completed masks to donate. Where should I take them?
Please drop them at our distribution center during our open days/hours. For information on our distribution center and our open days, please check this link:
https://sewsomegoodgvl.org/distribution-locations
In order to comply with recommendations for stopping the spread of COVD-19, please do not come into either distribution center without prior authorization. Please drop off masks/supplies in the appropriately marked bins or text 864) 386-2282 for assistance. We will have a volunteer come out to meet you.
Finished Mask Drop Off Procedure:
BEFORE ARRIVING AT DISTRIBUTION LOCATION:
1. Wash your hands thoroughly with warm soap and water and bag masks.
2. Clearly label the outside of the bag with date, your Facebook name and mask count/type.
EXAMPLE: 3/29 Staci Kathleen 25/Pleated Masks
EXAMPLE: 3/29 Emily Malsam 10/Pocket–Adult, 10/Pocket–Child
ARRIVING AT DISTRIBUTION LOCATION:
1. Look for the bin/bins labeled Face Mask Drop Off Bin.
2. Open the bin, place your bag into it, and shut it fully.
3. If you fill the last bin or if no more bin space is available, place your bag on top and text 864-386-2282.
4. Please use hand sanitizer provided to clean your hands after you have closed the bin to help protect yourself.
How do I arrange to have my masks picked up from me?
If you are unable to drop off your finished masks to us, we will send a volunteer to pick them up from you.
Every Sunday in the morning, a graphic will be posted in our FB groups and on our FB page asking for Mask Pick Up Requests with a link in the comments to fill out a form requesting pick up.
Requests must be entered by 5pm that day in order for us to pick up the following day. A minimum of 20 completed masks are required for pick up.
Requests may also be entered on other days but know they are generally collected and distributed to pick up volunteers only for Monday pickups.
Fill out mask pick up requests here:
https://forms.gle/NojdrSWB7mgnbybB9
You will be matched with a volunteer to pick them up the next Sunday or Wednesday depending which day falls next.
After you fill out the form, we will match a volunteer to your area to pick up your masks. Please seal them in a ziplock bag and have them labeled as if you were dropping them at our distribution center. Clearly label the outside of the bag with date, your Facebook name and mask count/type.
EXAMPLE: 3/29 Staci Kathleen 25/Pleated Masks
EXAMPLE: 3/29 Emily Malsam 10/Pocket–Adult, 10/Pocket–Child
Please make arrangements with the volunteer picking up your masks to try to minimize contact, and avoid anyone needing to come into your home. (Porch pickups are highly encouraged!) Maintain your social distancing (at least 6 feet) and please wash your hands after all interactions.
Can I just submit my masks directly to health care providers or first responders myself?
We ask that you do not submit your masks directly to health care providers or first responders yourself especially if you are using our supplied materials. In order to keep supplies coming in, we often need to provide numbers of masks we are supplying to our donors – we are unable to do that if they do not come through our distribution center first! We are working around the clock to keep up with distribution requests and promise your masks will go to those most in need. In addition, masks that come through our distribution centers go through a quality check and infection control procedures in order to keep everyone as safe as possible.
If you are aware of a health care provider or first responder individual or group needing a mask, please refer them to this form:
https://forms.gle/qE2R6cdsVzUbmkBu7
If you do decide to distribute masks yourself, they MUST be represented as coming from you individually and not from the Sew. Some. Good. Greenville group. Failure to comply with this may result in removal from the group and inability to secure future supplies from us.
I am a healthcare worker, first responder or essential worker, and I need a mask. How do I request
Please fill out this form. We do our best to make sure we fulfill all requests as soon as possible.
https://forms.gle/qE2R6cdsVzUbmkBu7
Please contact Staci Kathleen Armocida with questions at
sewsomegoodgreenville@yahoo.com
I am not a healthcare provider, first responder or essential worker but I want a mask. How can I get
We are primarily supplying face masks to health care providers, first responders and essential workers of Upstate South Carolina at this time. If you have urgent circumstances, please contact us and we will do our best to help.
We recommend the following companies for local purchase:
Tom House @ (864) 419-2170 (text)
OR
Chong's Alterations
Masks are made to order, so please contact directly via messenger or at (864) 631-2491.
OR
Christine Harclerode
Text at 864-508-6311
https://www.facebook.com/christine.harclerode
*Christine has vowed to sew and donate one mask for us for every 10 she sells!
What type of filters should be placed in the filter pocket?
The majority of our masks are being made with a filter pocket for insertion of a filter. We recommend use of a layer of felt, 2 coffee filters, non-fiberglass A/C filter material (rated for virus and bacteria), non-woven polypropylene or surgical sterilization wrap. We will provide filters with the masks when we have them available but they are intended to be provided by the recipient of the masks.