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Related: Culture Forums, Support ForumsI have to do some second hand boasting.
My husband just completed 300 masks. He buys the material (gets a discount from the fabric shop) and a pack of XXX large T-shirts for the lining. He's has it down to 10 in 2 hours.
He takes them to the local medical center, an annex of the local hospital. It has Checkpoint Charlies at every entrance. Anyone who doesn't have one gets one of his. When customers head out, they return them into a container at the checkpoint. They're then washed, autoclaved and back in business.
Just a reminder not all old white guys watch Faux Noose, complain and insult. I am very proud of mine.
Phoenix61
(17,000 posts)Ive noticed the good ones are rarely tossed back.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)He can be a PITA, but then so can I.
NNadir
(33,512 posts)It sounds as you, like I, appreciate that.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)I got lucky.
NNadir
(33,512 posts)I had all these intense but unsatisfactory romances before meeting my future wife, which I don't actually regret, as awful as they may have been, because when she came along, I knew exactly how special she was.
After decades, I still struggle to be worthy of her, which is strange in a way, because she seems not to understand exactly how wonderful she is. She hates being praised.
Still...
Before her, I often wondered whether life was worth living, and after her, I never doubted what a privilege it is to be alive.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)We have to do it for them.
a kennedy
(29,646 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)a kennedy
(29,646 posts)mostly him tho......
sarge43
(28,941 posts)I just wash all the material and encourage
2-4-6-8
Who do we appreciated!!
onecaliberal
(32,820 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)As I told him, if we all do a little something positive, it could make a big difference.
onecaliberal
(32,820 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)If one of his mask saved one life, he's done his duty.
As said, I'm very proud of him.
onecaliberal
(32,820 posts)SWBTATTReg
(22,112 posts)for restoring our faith in humanity. True heroes, both of you.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)The real heroes are on the front lines in the hospitals. In a small way he's helping them. That's more than enough.
SWBTATTReg
(22,112 posts)popping up all over the Country, and I guarantee you that rump is certainly not one of them.
Take care and be safe.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)He's bully, a coward and a sadist.
Heroes are all around us.
You and your peeps take care and stay safe, too. Better days are coming.
central scrutinizer
(11,648 posts)Basically following the procedure in the video. But I dont have any interfacing and dont do the fancy top stitching. My wife did lots of sewing and I have a steamer trunk full of remnants that Im using. Plus some old twin bed size sheets that I have no use for. Giving them to family and friends and an agency that is collecting resources for the homeless.
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onecaliberal
(32,820 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)Dem2theMax
(9,650 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)central scrutinizer
(11,648 posts)Doing what I can
sarge43
(28,941 posts)George II
(67,782 posts)That's a great thing to do. No doubt when this is over he'll be responsible for saving a life or two or many.
You should both be very proud!
sarge43
(28,941 posts)I give him a Come to Jesus briefing and get him back on track.
Thank you. I am proud of him. That's good enough for me.
Traildogbob
(8,712 posts)And not made up by Marvel. Real life, real man. Does he wear tights with an Emblem? If a God were to send some one to represent, it would be him, not a trump, any of em. Thank you does not cover the gratitude deserved. ❤️👏✌🏽🙏🏿🤚🏻
sarge43
(28,941 posts)No, he just wears his "Bee Keeper: Smoke 'em if you got 'em" T-shirt and ratty old bermuda shorts. One doesn't dress for success in New Hampshire.
A thank you is more than good enough.
Traildogbob
(8,712 posts)Truly moved me and gave me hope I have been thinking has gone. Thank you both. Makes me again believe there is a reason I served this country and returns the pride I had that I did. Heros in raggedly Bermuda shirts.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)Last edited Wed Jul 1, 2020, 06:13 PM - Edit history (1)
I'll be double damn if I'll let creeps like Trump and his lackeys make me lose faith in my country.
Yes, we have a lot blood on our ledger and much to answer for when the evaluation comes due, but...
we've freed and fed millions; we created the internet and gave it for free to world; we've created stunning works of art and music; we were the first write "We the People"; we've sent mankind's music, words and photo album to the stars.
I love this country and it's worth for fighting for.
Traildogbob
(8,712 posts)Needed that. Joined during draft era. 324 draft number, no right to vote. It took until HW Middle East before we got any show of appreciation. Was great to finally be respected, and proud to wear service hats and shirts. You two are inspiring.
Karadeniz
(22,499 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)Last edited Wed Jul 1, 2020, 06:58 PM - Edit history (1)
That will mean a lot.
niyad
(113,257 posts)as well. Thank you both for all that you are doing.
Be safe and wel.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)Your words will mean the world to him. Thank you.
NBachers
(17,099 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)japple
(9,821 posts)in the 1980s from Frostline kits. My Dad was also good at the sewing machine, though most of his work was limited to parachutes and machine repair. My Mom was extraordinary. She was also a Sarge--WAC in WWII, and could sew ANYTHING. She made tailored suits, all of our clothes, and even upholstered cushions for my brother's 1969 van!
Bless your husband for his very important work on the front.
Edit this post to add: My Mom's family farmed cotton in N. Georgia. They also made tufted bedspreads in the 40s & 50s. They lived near Hwy 41--called Peacock Alley because of the peacock-patterned bedspreads made by families nearby and sold to tourists on the way from northern states to/from Florida.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)He did sky diving back in the Neolithic and decided it was a good idea to pack and repair his own. So he scored a Master Rigger Cert. I on the other might manage a straight line on a machine, but more than that would be a rat's nest.
Your Mom was a true pioneer. She cleared some of the path for those of us who followed.
Jim made several Frostline jackets. So sorry they went out of business.
japple
(9,821 posts)the kids, my sister, himself and me. My sister still has hers (and is still the same size as in 1980) and every winter, she pulls it out, looks heavenward and says "Thank you, Bob, for making this vest for me." We were all sorry that Frostline wasn't able to stay in business.
I still have his sewing machine and used it to make quite a few masks. It's a 1950's model Singer straight stitch. I couldn't handle anything else. I mostly use it for making cat and dog beds and mending.
Tx for your comments about Mom. She was very proud of her service (as is her family) and has a veteran's grave stone, though we had to go thru hell & high water just to get it.
Happy 4th to you and yours.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)Cherish it.
Your Mom had every right to be proud. She had true grit. Some of the stories I heard from WAC vets made my hair stand on end.
Frontline was quality. (RIP)
Happy 4th backatcha and stay safe.
Manifestor_of_Light
(21,046 posts)The all steel ones. My mom had a Featherweight (model 221A) that she taught me to sew on. Then she got a beige Slant-O-Matic circa 1956. Built in zigzag, drop in bobbin. That's the one I use. I think they started making them plastic in the 70s.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)Jim's using a Singer 301A, circa 1958.
Niagara
(7,595 posts)I would absolutely be boasting too if I had what you had.
Off topic, when my parents brought me home as a newborn, they had a German Shepard named Sarge. He wouldn't let anyone near me, not even my own parents. Whenever I see your handle, I always think about that sweet and precious dog.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)German Shepards take serve and protect seriously.
lillypaddle
(9,580 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)Yes he is.
Thank you.
Solly Mack
(90,762 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)Heartstrings
(7,349 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)AllaN01Bear
(18,148 posts)i too resemble the last few lines of your post . i dont watch faux noize at all as i cant afford cable tv .
sarge43
(28,941 posts)Last edited Wed Jul 1, 2020, 07:19 PM - Edit history (1)
It's the same as going to the geek show at a fourth rate carnie.
You can't believe what you're watching and you feel shabby or enraged afterward.
Jim never watched it. I told him "Don't. You'll hate yourself otherwise." Unfortunately he was trapped in a garage while his beater was inspected. They had FN on the waiting room TV. When he came home, he said, "You were right. Fox News is a shop vacc. It sucks and blows."
MLAA
(17,277 posts)You chose very, very well!!!! 💖💖💕💕
sarge43
(28,941 posts)Thank you.
Trueblue Texan
(2,425 posts)Scarsdale
(9,426 posts)You two sound perfect for each other. Lucky you found each other. Keep up the good work. Tell your hubby THANKS for everything he does.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)warmfeet
(3,321 posts)We all need to help each other. You are quite correct to be proud, in my opinion.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)Like the man said, divided we fall; united we stand.
trof
(54,256 posts)And I am one!
Just because there's snow on the roof doesn't mean the furnace isn't working. If we can't kick 'em in the butt, we can hit 'em with the cane.
herding cats
(19,559 posts)He sounds alike a definite keeper. Lucky you!
sarge43
(28,941 posts)KY_EnviroGuy
(14,489 posts)Exactly what we're massively short of in America today.
Our complements to you and hubs and please: both of you be safe.
KY...........
sarge43
(28,941 posts)We're being careful. We both want very badly to be at our polling place 3 Nov. We have issues.
BlancheSplanchnik
(20,219 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)calimary
(81,210 posts)A personally handmade mask is more than simply a smart way to prevent the spread of the virus. It's a physical manifestation of compassion and generosity and ingenuity, and genuine care.
A woman in our Indivisible group makes masks and refuses to take any money for them. She gives them away. And she'll explain it's a great way to use up old fabric scraps as well. They're beautifully made. And she'll ask about the recipient(s) - what they like and what they do, so she can pick fabric with appropriate designs or prints on it. Mine has peace signs all over it.
Angels among us - like your husband, sarge43! Some of them are extremely creative!
sarge43
(28,941 posts)A physical symbol of what truly matters in this bleak time - giving a damn for each other. I'll pass that on.
Virtual hugs and deepest thanks to that lovely woman.
Lars39
(26,109 posts)And you, too, for supporting his sewing habit!
I am so stealing that Checkpoint Charlies description!
Any details you can give as to pattern used, what kind of ties, etc?
sarge43
(28,941 posts)He tweek it a little and added some of his own flare.
If you're interested, I can post some of the tools and techniques he uses.
They aren't armed at our Checkpoint Charlies, but they have the Hairy Eyeball of Death at the ready.
Lars39
(26,109 posts)I've been making the axe mask, but I may try the pleated again after watching these videos.
I'm interested in how he makes his version, too.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)He holds the pleats in place while he sews them with Wonder Clips - small clothes pins
Lars39
(26,109 posts)May he always have a sharp needle and endless bobbin.
sarge43
(28,941 posts)panader0
(25,816 posts)sarge43
(28,941 posts)Do what we can.
JudyM
(29,225 posts)Community leadership. Full participation in standing up for whats right.
Would be great if you could post a pic to showcase them
sarge43
(28,941 posts)However, this old dog never learned that trick.
He is going to frame one.
bluboid
(560 posts)an amazing man & a beautiful soul!
sarge43
(28,941 posts)A good soul and very talented.