Staying home for being safe from Covid-19 allowing many people to have more time to do the hobbies that they love. For the "Kraft people" who love crafts, the craft can use this time to create useful works in daily life to take care of themselves and share. Do good things for society, suggested 5 activities for the craft that are useful during this time.

1. sew the fabric mask

Aside from hot eating practices Anyone's spoon, and wash their hands often, and wearing a mask when going out in public is a way to protect yourself from getting infected with Covid-19. According to data from the Department of Medical Sciences and Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health the most suitable fabric used to make a mask is muslin cotton. That the fibers have better particle resistance than other fabrics can be sprayed with water spray for more than 100 times without the quality of the fabric deteriorating

For those who like sewing a fabric mask for yourself and your family can help save money and also create enjoyment. Would like to have a cloth mask, which color, what pattern Elaborately beautiful patterns to please in any way can be made for donations or monks. all charities. If friends see and like it, they can sew it as a special income. Is a hobby that should be done at the moment anyone interested in making a cloth mask can be studied from the clip Department of Health and other social media someone shared the idea.

2 . Make a DIY Face Shield

The Face Shield is an important device for healthcare professionals in taking care of patients. Because it is used to prevent mucus secretions, saliva, sputum from patients to not splash into the face Which is currently lacking because of one-time use This event, Sai Sai Volunteer Spirit, can be another support to fight the threat of Covid-19. The equipment used is a transparent PET sheet, multi-purpose sponge, elastic, masking tape, double-sided adhesive sheet. Completed and sent to the hospital This work is definitely not too difficult for Kraft.

3.Make alcohol gel for hands wash

Another activity that helps us with personal protective equipment from the Covid-19 virus. Is making alcohol gel, washing hands for use at home Kraft, who wants to try this activity, is like going back to do a high school science lab. The gel alcohol formula from the Department of Medical Sciences consists of 95% ethyl alcohol, carbohydrates, 940 triethanol with glycerin, which can be purchased at chemical stores. Study details in the clip of the Department of Medical Sciences .

4. Sew/embroidery pattern on woven bags

Even though, this time around, only the story of Covid-19 but does not neglect to reduce the use of plastic bags that have been campaigned since the beginning of the year. In the long run, cloth bags are still necessary to go out to buy rice and buy things. Kraft strings that like embroidery work, should try to sew or embroider decorative bags to get beautiful patterns, inviting to carry anywhere. Trying to practice sewing a flat bag with a bottom, with a lining or a drawstring bag, easy to use, a knitting bag, etc. There are many tutorials. Search Google and try to do it now

5. Modify / repair old clothes

While staying home for many days Try searching for old clothes that are not used. Then leverage the handicrafts that had been studied when he was young to dust and sew the crafts Plus bright ideas, transforming old clothes into new outfits Change a T-shirt into a dress. Stretch clothes, jump waist, turn into short skirts, etc. At the time of shopping is not possible, we also have new clothes to wear without paying money to buy. Or anyone who wants to donate old clothes Then takes a look and examine first and sees where it is damaged and where to repair it Had to arrange the repairs before donating to share with those who need to continue to use

During times of emergency, society needs cooperation from all of us. Handicrafts that are a hobby of the Kraft people can be very useful. As well as helping to save on the cost of having to buy security equipment from Covid-19 being support for medical personnel Help protect the environment Including sharing things for others to make the most of

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