Looking for a simple sewing project to make as personal items or as small gifts for friends? Check out our versatile eye mask pattern! It comes with a free printable template and a detailed step-by-step sewing tutorial. Whether you’re in need of a relaxing spa-like experience or a simple sleep aid, this pattern has got you covered!
You can customize it by filling the mask with calming beans and herbs, or leave it unstuffed for a lightweight, comfortable sleep mask. It’s super easy to make and personalize, making it perfect for sewing enthusiasts of all skill levels. Get ready for some well-deserved relaxation and restfulness!
Soothing Eye Covers
Sew with this easy eye mask pattern & tutorial to make soothing eye covers. Stuffed with preferred beans & dried herbs, chilled in the freezer overnight for a relaxing eye spa at home. The gentle weight of the beans ensures that the mask rests perfectly on your eyes, providing better coverage and a soothing touch to the eye area.
If you are like me and spend a lot of time using your eyes, you really need this soothing eye mask. My eyes are always tired and strained from focusing on details while making crafts and spending hours staring at my computer. I want to make it and share the sewing pattern! This has been my mission and passion at Craft Passion for the past 10 years, and the spirit is still going strong!
Sleeping Mask
For a different twist using the same eye mask pattern as a sleeping mask, all you need to do is add an elastic strap and leave the mask unstuffed. This super comfy sleeping mask will help you get a great night’s sleep by keeping out any pesky light. You can customize it with your favorite soft fabrics and add cute details like lace or embroidery to make it totally unique. It’s a simple and enjoyable project that’s bound to add a little fun to your bedtime routine!
These eye masks not only enhance your quality of life but also make a thoughtful gift to friends or spread a little love while using up your fabric stash. With just a small amount of time, you can sew up a dozen of these charming masks, making them ideal for sharing as a gesture of goodwill.
By creating and gifting your handmade eye masks, you’re not just crafting a practical item—you’re spreading comfort, care, and a touch of joy, one stitch at a time, and making the world a little brighter in the process.
Happy sewing!
What’s Next:
- Start sewing and share your completed eye mask on Facebook and/or Instagram. Remember to tag us, @craftpassion, so that we are able to see them.
- Pin it to Pinterest for future To-Sew List
- Share with your sewing groups for a sew-along event.
- Learn more about the basics of hand sewing and how to choose a sewing machine for beginners.
- Browse more free sewing patterns to sew, especially the Free Bag & Purse Sewing Patterns Library
How To Sew Eye Mask
Create a luxurious eye mask using this pattern and tutorial. Enhance the mask by adding soothing beans and aromatic herbs for a spa-like experience, or opt to leave it unstuffed for a comfortable sleep mask.
Enjoy sewing them!
Download and print separately SEWING PATTERN for drawing the fabric.
Materials
1 piece of Soothing Eye Mask
- Main Fabric (cotton or flannel), 7.5″ x 4.5″, pre-washed
- Lining Fabric (cotton or satin), 7.5″ x 4.5″, pre-washed
- Filling: Mung Beans or any beans & dried herbs that you prefer, about 3/4 cup
- Eye Mask Template
1 piece of Sleeping Eye Mask
- Main Fabric (cotton or flannel), 7.5″ x 4.5″, pre-washed
- Lining Fabric (cotton or satin), 7.5″ x 4.5″, pre-washed
- Batting or felt, 7.5″ x 4.5″, pre-washed
- Elastic band 3/8″, 15″
- Eye Mask Template
Tools
- Sewing threads, needles, and pins
- Sewing Machine or hand sew
- Iron
- Water Soluble Fabric Marker
- Printer and card or paper in letter size
- Funnel or paper cone for filling
Instructions
SOOTHING EYE MASK
a. Download and print out the Eye Mask template.
*Don’t scale the printing, it is in letter size paper (8.5″ x 11″) so you should have no problem printing it in full scale. (There is a 2″ scale marking for you to check if you are printing it in the right size.)
b. Cut out the template.
Gather all the necessary materials as listed above. The fabric/fabrics must be pre-washed and ironed before sewing since you can’t wash the completed soothing eye-mask anymore.
I used satin as the bottom piece of the eye mask that contact with the eyes to enhance the soothing result.
a. Pin both fabrics together with right-side facing each other.
b. Trace the template with a marker.
c. Sew around the traced line but leave an opening of about 1 1/2″ at the top of the eye-mask (for turning right-side out and filling purposes).
d. Cut the piece out with a seam allowance of 1/4″, leave a wider seam allowance at the opening area so that it is easier for you to sew to close it after the turning and filling.
e. Clip the seam allowance at the curvey area for a smoother curve after turning right-side out.
a. Turn the eye mask right-side out, smooth out the shape, press with an iron if necessary.
b. Insert the funnel or paper cone at the opening, fill the soothing eye mask with your preferred beans, I used organic green mung beans. Dried herbs may be added for an extra soothing effect.
a. Sew to close the opening.
b. Pat the eye mask to distribute the beans equally, sew a line at the center.
~Complete~
HOW TO USE SOOTHING EYE MASK:
Place the soothing eye-mask into a zipper bag (for the hygienic purpose) then store it in your freezer compartment for overnight to chill it.
a. Revive your tired eyes by placing the soothing eye-mask on your eyes, rest with the head in a slightly upright tilted position.
b. Rest and relax in this position until the coolness of the eye mask receded.
c. Place the soothing eye mask back into the freezer for the next use.
*If you are wearing make-up, place a piece of thin tissue between the eyes and the eye mask to prevent the eye mask from cosmetic stains.
SLEEPING EYE MASK
- a. Download and print out the Eye Mask template.
*Don’t scale the printing, it is in letter size paper (8.5″ x 11″) so you should have no problem printing it in full scale. (There is a 2″ scale marking for you to check if you are printing it in the right size.)
b. Cut out the template. 
The batting or felt piece helps to block out the brightness from outside when you are wearing the eye mask.
Again, I used satin as the bottom piece of the eye-mask that contact with the eyes to enhance the soothing result.
a. Trace the template with a marker at the back of the cotton fabric. Mark the elastic marking on the fabric too.
b. Sew the elastic band on the seam allowance at the marking position (refer to picture).
a. Pin the fabrics together with right-side facing each other. Tug in the elastic band so that it is away from the seam line.
b. Sew around the traced line but leave an opening of about 1 1/2″ at the top of the eye mask (for turning right-side out ).
c. Cut the eye mask piece out with a seam allowance of 1/4″, leave a wider seam allowance at the opening area so that it is easier for you to sew to close it after the turning.
d. Clip the seam allowance at the curvey area for a smoother curve after turning right-side out.
a. Turn the eye mask right-side out, smooth out the shape, press with an iron if necessary.
b. Sew to close the opening.
~Complete~
Notes
You can sew a Soothing Eye Mask or a Sleeping Eye Mask or both with this pattern and tutorial.
Get the full article at https://www.craftpassion.com/soothing-eye-mask/
Mia
Monday 20th of March 2023
I just stumbled across this tutorial on making a soothing eye mask and it looks like a great DIY project for anyone looking to add some relaxation to their grooming routine. However, I also wanted to mention that if you are looking for a more professional and luxurious experience, you might consider visiting a spa like this one. The salon offers a range of soothing treatments that can help relieve tension and promote relaxation, including facials, hot stone massages, and more.
laurianderson69@gmail.com
Tuesday 28th of February 2023
I thought only 100 percent cotton material and thread is safe to microwave. Satin isn't cotton. Still safe to microwave? Is elastic safe to microwave?
Craft Passion
Saturday 11th of March 2023
You will need to check if the fabric is safe to be heated up with a microwave. I use the freeze eye mask and use it cold, so there is no problem with the material. If you plan to use it warm, then please check the materials before sewing one for this purpose. Another note is that the filled eye mask has no elastic band so if the fabric and filling are safe to be microwaved, no problem with it.
Kat
Friday 25th of June 2021
Can you use rice and essential oils instead?
Terri Sidell
Tuesday 6th of April 2021
Thank-you! It is just what I needed.
belen
Wednesday 27th of May 2020
Very good idea! Can it be heated in microwaves for heat effect?
Craft Passion
Friday 29th of May 2020
Of course, it can be heated as well if the material and fillings are safe to be heated in microwave oven.