Costumers and hobbyists turn attention to sewing masks for health care workers

 

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) – During the coronavirus pandemic there are many people at home asking, "how can I help?”

One unexpected source of help has come from a community of enthusiastic hobbyists, who like many people have a lot of unexpected time on their hands.  Kelley Levinson is among them. The Milwaukee artist and historical costumer is turning her attention to sewing fabric masks to help alleviate a shortage of protective health equipment.

On CBS 58 Sunday Morning, executive producer Andrew Levinson shared more about efforts in his own home to make a difference while spending time safer at home.