On this 90 somethingth Day of March I’ll show you some masks that my oldest and dearest friend is making from my remnant textiles. I was not thinking about joining the mask making that’s been taking place. But when Mary asked me for remnant fabrics to help with her personal project and Part Of The Solution here in the Bronx contacted me on the same day about mask donations for their guests, I got the message. I love this origami pattern I came across from www.aplat.com. Mary is also making a more traditional accordion rectangular pattern in an effort to use everything - zero waste! Since we began, I’ve been contacted by a homeless shelter in San Francisco and am pleased to have sent them some as well. We know there's no illusion of total protection in wearing a cloth mask. The point is to use them in places where physical distancing is hard to do, perhaps mostly as a symbolic gesture of care and concern for others. These are stressful, uncertain times. The guidance from the CDC and my functional medicine doc is that wearing a cloth mask may slow the spread of the virus. So, why not? A simple act of kindness and solidarity is always welcome. I think as we reopen and find our new normal, we will continue to wear masks in some circumstances for some time. While these masks are not for sale, I have set aside a few to send with purchases made here on the website. Limit 2 per customer. We appreciate your interest and support. I am so thankful for Mary who sets the gold standard for all-around wonderful human being and true friend.