Snooze Time - with Snuggly Soft Sleep Masks


 At night I am the first to go to bed.  Chinks of light creep into the bedroom, and I find these disturb me. So I wear a sleep mask. I made my first set two years ago, and they are rather old and shabby, and the elastic has perished.  I have put off making a replacement pair as I don't really like fiddly, small stuff sewing.  Still, needs must.

I cut two pieces of soft cotton, and a piece of wadding is sandwiched between these.  I add a nose piece - you can see the pieces pinned in the picture above.  I place the elastic, ring and slider and then bind the edges:



Done!  Two new sleep masks and about an hour's sewing.  I love these - they are rather oversized because when I first made these I traced an old sleep mask that I had purchased, or that I got on a plane.  Then I absentmindedly added a seam allowance, which you don't need for bound edges.  But I decided I like the large size - absolutely no light gets in at all.  And they are soft and snuggly.  Just right for putting you in a good night's sleep mood.

When I first made these sleep masks, I wrote a little tutorial on how to sew these masks - the adjustable elastic is a bit tricky.   They look very similar to these as I used the same fabric.  If you want to know how to make these masks, just click here: http://sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.com.au/2013/04/making-sleep-mask.html

Good night, sleep well and sweet dreams everyone :)

Sarah Liz

Comments

  1. Summer FliesJuly 16, 2015 at 10:02 PM

    Oh yes, a sleep mask is a must. Although I have actually weaned myself off them at home (but not earplugs) these are a travel must. I also have a friend who will get some for a birthday gift. Great gift idea, thanks!

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  2. LisaJuly 16, 2015 at 10:49 PM

    These look so soft they must be a joy to wear. Clever adding the nose piece and making them adjustable. You've thought of all the little details! :)

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  3. AnonymousJuly 16, 2015 at 11:46 PM

    Thanks for this--I am also a light sleeper and was considering making or buying a sleep mask!

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comJuly 19, 2015 at 4:37 PM

      I hope you enjoy the process of making and wearing a sleep mask. Good way to use the scraps too.

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  4. @velvetribbon_sewsJuly 17, 2015 at 2:10 AM

    So adorable and soft. I might need some for myself too. Have a lovely day, Sarah Liz :)

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comJuly 19, 2015 at 4:38 PM

      Hana, you would love making these, and as gifts too. Have a good day as well :)

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  5. BeverlyJuly 17, 2015 at 11:20 AM

    I've been meaning to make some of those forever, but haven't done it. Yours look so soft!

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comJuly 19, 2015 at 4:39 PM

      They are - these are the sorts of sewing jobs one puts off.

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  6. HeatherJuly 18, 2015 at 1:13 AM

    I tried sleep masks once, but they don't survive my barrel-roll sleeping. :D Being a northern girl, I've learned to deal with the excessive light in the summer - doesn't really bother me anymore - but I feel for light sleepers who can't. I hope they work well for you!

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comJuly 19, 2015 at 4:40 PM

      Thank you Heather. Some people do have the knack of sleeping in light situations - some shift workers can also do that.

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  7. UnknownJuly 18, 2015 at 5:45 AM

    This look so relaxing -- I am in need of a nap at the moment and these look blissful!

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comJuly 19, 2015 at 4:41 PM

      They are relaxing - they very quickly signal sleep time. You are probably finding the summer holidays hot and tiring.

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  8. AnneJuly 19, 2015 at 5:53 AM

    Mmmm. I've never used any but I'm so tired and not sleeping well, I'm wondering if this might help. They look so comfy...

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    1. sarahlizsewstyle.blogspot.comJuly 19, 2015 at 4:42 PM

      As much as anything, I think the soft factor along with the idea that these are for sleeping actually do help with setting the stage for sleep.

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  9. BeaJayJuly 19, 2015 at 7:10 AM

    They do look warm and soft.

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