topic Re: Face Masks in Community Chat

Face Masks

joann1218 — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 19:28:50 GMT

Wouldn't it be nice if the QVC fashion designers during these difficult times made and donated face masks to hospitals, police and all other emergency personnel. I know there is a fashion designer by the name of Christian Siriano who is making face mask amid the shortages and donating where they are needed. So come on Susan Graver, Issac Mizrahi, Lori Goldstein, Renee Greenspan and all the others. I am calling on you to step up and help all the people who are putting their lives in danger.

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Kachina624 — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 19:35:32 GMT

The type of masks designer would make are not the type worn by people who put their lives in danger. They are a specialty product. Nice sentiment but not practical.

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qbetzforreal — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 19:36:11 GMT

Would be a nice and generous thing to do. These brands belong to Qurate

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CelticCrafter — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 19:42:29 GMT

Maybe they are, maybe they aren't. If they are it's possible they don't feel the need to advertise it to the world, look at me, look at what I'm doing...

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kitcat51 — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 19:48:01 GMT

Oh, good grief.

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millieshops — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 19:54:08 GMT

@CelticCrafterI agree we really have no idea who does and who does not donate - that's true all the time, imo.

One good reason for the donors to tell is that there is more than a little bit of "keeping up with the Jones" in the world of those who have the wherewithal to make donations, so what might seem to be bragging can also inspire others to donate.

On the other hand, am I alone is not really knowing which companies are flush with cash in this mess we're in, which companies are desperately trying to pay their employees even though revenue is down, etc.?

I have a firm belief that those who are strong (physically, financially, enotionally) have some obligation to be generou beyond their own tiny circle, but I also believe outasiders often don't really know who fits into which categories.

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dylanfan — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 19:54:52 GMT

I wish they would make them & sell them to us. Face masks may be around for a while

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joann1218 — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 19:57:43 GMT

I was just wondering. I hear on the news about how there is a serious shortage. I live in the New York area and we are in dire need. No need for your snarky response.

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SeaMaiden — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:00:27 GMT

@dylanfan wrote:
I wish they would make them & sell them to us. Face masks may be around for a while

I think after THIS it might be my everyday going shopping attire.....the NEW norm.

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MorningLover — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:04:58 GMT

When wearing a face mask there's no need for makeup!

Make up your eyes only and you're good to go.

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PA Mom-mom — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:09:18 GMT

@joann1218 I'm not sure they could make the specific kind required by first responders and hospital personnel, but today we all need masks. Maybe they could make masks for general use. My family was making due with bandannas, but a wonderful neighbor with great sewing skills is making homemade masks for lots of people. My son wore one of her masks to work today, and now all his co-workers want one. She has had to stop for lack of elastic. The only good elastic I have in our house is in my new underwear

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kjae — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:44:45 GMT

@joann1218 Well, since most of the clothes sold on Q- from any designer-are made in China, that might cause a problem.

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Mz iMac — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:58:48 GMT

@MorningLover wrote:

When wearing a face mask there's no need for makeup!
Make up your eyes only and you're good to go.

Notice the mole?

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bunjetto — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 21:08:03 GMT

Hi everyone! Does anyone know where or shall I say can anyone suggest a good site where to purchase a decent mask? Thanks

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Greeneyedlady21 — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 22:03:18 GMT

@bunjetto wrote:
Hi everyone! Does anyone know where or shall I say can anyone suggest a good site where to purchase a decent mask? Thanks

Etsy sells the cloth masks. Lots of sellers and styles to choose from. And you're supporting small business. I received a set from an Etsy seller today, very happy with the masks. All you need is a good cloth mask that covers your mouth and nose completely.

Remember the mask is to protect others from you, not vice versa. Before I had masks I used scarves for when I went out for a walk. Until you get a mask you can use a scarf or a bandana.

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CelticCrafter — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 22:03:29 GMT

@bunjetto wrote:
Hi everyone! Does anyone know where or shall I say can anyone suggest a good site where to purchase a decent mask? Thanks

@bunjetto Etsy.

Just for the heck of it, I looked at them Saturday they were between $10-16. At the time I thought that was kind of a lot, then I made one for myself and one for my husband. It was the most un-fun sewing project I ever did but now we have them.

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dylanfan — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 00:33:15 GMT

Mike Libdell-My Pillow Guy-is making Medical grade PPEs

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jannabelle1 — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 01:47:11 GMT

Where are they going to make them? Overseas? The My Pillow owner has turned his Minnesota production factory from pillows to face masks....that's how we Americans do it!

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spent2much — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 01:57:43 GMT

I found this on youtube.com today:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1r2C1zGUHbU

Very easy to make a mask using a bandana.

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goldensrbest — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 14:05:50 GMT

I was surprised when i went to get veggies, that many had the type that has what i would call a little round vent, some home made,some of the blue ones we use to see in doctor offices,drug stores.