Bathurstian helping local community and beyond by making face masks

Wearing a face masks helps reduce the community transmission of the coronavirus, with the NSW Government strongly recommending people to wear masks when it's hard to maintain 1.5 metres of physical distance, in areas of community transmission, when in high-risk indoor areas, when caring or serving vulnerable people or working in a cafe, restaurant, pub or club.

Ms Fowler said she didn't originally know how she could help the local community during the pandemic, until she realised making face masks was an option.

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"I wanted to do my part and help my community, but I didn't know how," she said.

"But then I realised it could be something as simple as making a mask.

"What started as just a few for the people in my local area has now turned into a small business that has seen my masks even end up in some Sydney hospitals."

Ms Fowler said the masks are triple layered and come in different colours.

"It took me a while to find the right patten but after trial and error I have now perfected a triple layer mask that is comfortable to wear and provides people with peace of mind in this ever-changing world," she said.

"My masks come in many colours and patterns and are available in adults and children's sizes."

One mask currently costs $10 or $25 for three.

To purchase or make an order for a face mask, contact Ms Fowler via email on natalie@shanessigns.com.au.

While face masks are recommended to help the spread of the coronavirus, people who have positive cases for the virus are required to self isolated for 14 days.

A face shield is not a substitute for a mask and a scarf or bandana does not offer the same amount of protection as a well fitted mask.

For more information on face masks, where to wear them and how to wear them properly, visit the NSW Government's website at www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/face-masks.