SOA Costume & Fashion Design students using their skills to support health workers

The students in Caroline Baker’s Costume & Fashion Design classes at Charleston County School of the Arts (SOA) received some tough news this week. Since the closure of schools in South Carolina is now extended through the end of April due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, SOA’s annual Fashion Show is postponed indefinitely. However, from adversity comes opportunity – an opportunity to serve and support the health care community.

The 42 Costume & Fashion Design majors at SOA are now making (designing and sewing) covers for different types of masks worn by doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals, as well as masks for patients. The covers provide an extra layer of protection, help prevent the spread of illnesses, and can extend the life of the masks.

“When I heard about the mask-making project that my teacher organized, I was eager to help medical professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Mia Lassiter, a junior at SOA. “This project has a meaningful purpose, and I am grateful to be involved in it.”