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As of March 15th, 2021 we are closed, thank you to all our sponsors, hope you all stay healthy!
As of March 15th, 2021 we are closed, thank you to all our sponsors, hope you all stay healthy!
About Happy Ears Project
About Happy Ears Project
In the middle of this global pandemic our family has found a way to help those who serve our community by starting the Happy Ears Project. Using our 3D printer(s) we are producing ear saver bands, these small flexible bands go behind the head and hold mask ear straps off ears reducing pain and sores.
Our hope is to provide some relief from wearing a mask all day by donating as many bands as we can produce.
See us on 9 News Denver
See us on 9 News Denver
Ordering Free Ear Savers
Ordering Free Ear Savers
Orders can be picked-up in Loveland Colorado for free OR we are offering shipping, see details below.
If you are having problems with our order form please contact us at: wehyam729@gmail.com
The bands are made to order so there could be a delay between ordering and pick-up or shipment.
Shipping is now available (US destinations only)
Shipping is now available (US destinations only)
We are asking for a fixed $5 fee* to offset shipping costs so we can focus on production.
To have us ship your order:
On the order form, select "Shipping" for the "How do we get the order to you? " question.
Put your address in the comments section.
We'll send you an invoice via the email you provided, payment accepted via Credit Card (other options available upon request)
Once we receive your shipping fee and your order is printed we will ship your ear saver order.
*Orders of 1000 or more may incur a larger shipping fee, we'll reach out to you before we start.
The Ear Saver Band
The Ear Saver Band
What is an ear saver band?
What is an ear saver band?
An ear saver band is a small flexible plastic strip with hooks that go behind the head and hold mask ear straps off ears reducing pain and sores
There are two different methods to putting on the bands
There are two different methods to putting on the bands
1. Put on your mask as usual. Pull one strap away from your ear and, using your other hand, hook the strap to the ear saver band behind your head. Pull the ear saver around your head, switch hands and pull the other ear strap and connect it to the band.
2. With the mask off of your face, wrap one ear strap around the ear saver band (a twist will help keep it in place). Bring the mask up to your face and, with one hand holding the ear saver band and the other holding the free strap, connect the strap to the band behind your head.
Multiple ways to wear the band
Multiple ways to wear the band
High on your head, low on the neck, secured with bobby pins, or with a pony tail. See photos to the left.
Will the ear saver work for you?
Will the ear saver work for you?
RPN95 Masks have an upper and lower band to fit around the back of your head, our ear saver bands are not intended for use with RPN95 mask or any other mask that goes behind your head, the ear saver is intended only for use with masks that loop around ears to the side.
Cleaning and Care
Cleaning and Care
To clean you may use soap and cool water, alcohol, or disinfecting wipes/spray.
This product is made of a safe and flexible PLA plastic. However, it does not like heat. Please do not put bands in the dishwasher or leave the item in the car during the summer months, as it will melt at a temperature of 120°F or more.
Ear Saver Production
Ear Saver Production
The Design: The band was designed by Coblat_Prime and posted on Thingiverse, the design is free to use but per the terms you are not allowed to print someone else's design for profit. A huge thank you to him, without his design this project would not be possible. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4263455
The Printing:
We were donated two Creality Ender 3 Pro 3D printers that are able to produce 15 units each every 40 minutes. When the print is complete we hand remove the bands and then start another batch. On average we can produce about 720 bands per day.
We also had a 2012 Flashforge Creator 3d printer that produced 8 units every hour but it has been retired.
Helping the Community
Helping the Community
The Happy Ears Project is donation ear saver bands for the following agencies and businesses:
AFC Urgent Care Denver
Amada Senior Care
Amazing Home Care
Ambulnz
Apple Stores
Applejack Liquor
Apria Health Care
Arbor Family Medicine
Associates in Family Medicine
Aurora fire
Autozone
Aveanna Health Care
Avista Adventist Hospital
Banner Health Covid-19 Critical Care Team
Banner Health Mesa, AZ
Banner Health PPE Coordinator
Banner Home Care
Banner Specialty Clinic Fort Collins
Bent County Public Health
Blow ItUp Hitting
Blue Sky Animal Clinic
Book Haven
Boys and Girls Club of Larimer County
Brighton 27J Schools summer childcare
Brookdale Aurora Assisted Living & Memory Care
Byers Middle School
Canyon Home Care and Hospice
Canyon home healthcare and hospice
Children's Workshop
Children’s Hospital Colorado South Campus
Christy Sports
Circle K
City of Berthoud
City of Denver Shelter Workers
City of Fort Collins
City of Longmont PD, FIRE, and Health
City of Loveland
Clayton Early Learning
Colorado HealthQuest
Colorado Mental Health Institute
Colorado Parks & Wildlife
Columbine Assisted Living
Complete Exteriors
Costco
Crane and Seager Orthodontics
dental office
Denver Children’s Hospital
Denver Fire Department
Denver VA Hospital
Developemental Disability Resource Center
Dispatchers for Federal Protective Service
Durango Fire/Purgatory Ski Patrol
Encompass Home Health
Esh's
Evergreen Home Health Care
Facility Name
Family Physicians of Greeley
FedEx Ground
Foothills Credit Union
Fort Collins Women's Clinic
Good Samaritan Society
Harris Health Mart Pharmacy
Hays Grocery Market
Home Depot
Hospice of Larimer County
HRCA
Integrated Pediatric Therapy Associates
J&J Construction Concepts
Kaiser Permanente
Kenton Manor
Kids in action physical therapy
King Soopers / Click List
Larimer County Jail Mental Health Department
Larimer County Sheriff's Department
Larimer Humane Society
Longmont Animal Control
Loveland Fire Department
Loveland Police Department
Lowe's
Lutheran Hospital
Mangia Bevi
Manna Food Center
McKee Family Dentistry
McKee Hospital Labor and Delivery
Mountain View Fire Rescue, Erie
Mullen High School
Natural Grocers
North Shore Health & Rehab
North Suburban
Parkview Medical Center
People Care Health Services
Phoenix Home Care Hospice
Poudre Fire Authority
Poudre School District
Poudre Valley Hospital ICU and pharmacy
Preferred Home Health
Pro Active Physical Therapy
Pueblo driver license office
Rocky Mountain National Park
RTD
Safeway
Sam's Club
Sarah Cannon Cancer Research Center
Seattle Children's' Hospital
Skyline Endoscopy Center
Smiling Faces Academy
Somebody People
Sprouts
Station Dental
Sunchine House
Sweet Cow Ice Cream
Taj Mutt Hal Dog Boutique
Teaching Tree Early Childhood
TenderCare Pediatrics
The Colorado Room
The Goddard School
The Medical Center Navicent Health
Thompson School District - Nutritional Services
Trader Joe's
Trinity Lutheran
Trumpet Behavioral Health
UCHealth Hearing and Balance Clinic
UNC
University Prep Elementary School
US Army
Visiting Angels
Walmart Distribution
Walter Reed National Military Medical
Wells Fargo
Whole Foods
Women's Health of NoCo
Xfinity
Happy Ears Of Gratitude
Happy Ears Of Gratitude
A huge shout out to those who have contributed to the cause.
Amy M.
Ann E.
Annie E.
Ben and Danna G
Betty Jo and Dick L.
Cheryl L.
Clara S.
Cory P.
Cyndi E.
Daniel C.
Della
Della H.
Elissa O.
Isabel D.
Jayme S.
Jeff S.
Jeri S.
Jessica R.
Jessica S.
Jody C.
Judi L.
Kate K.
Katherine B.
Kathy
Kathy C.
Katie E.
Keith g.
Kimoko G.
Lauren C.
Linda P.
Lori D.
Lynette C.
Lynne G.
Maia R.
Marissa M.
Maureen R.
Michael P.
Mitch and Judy G.
Patricia J.
Patricia K.
Pete R.
Rita K.
Robert R.
Roger B.
R. Dial
Sam and Cathy W.
Sandy B.
Sarah W.
Shannon O.
Sherri M.
Steve and Lin K.
Sue
Theresa C.
Wes R.
Wesley R.
Ear Savers on the move
Ear Savers on the move
Our bands are making their way to new places every day, thank you all for doing your part and helping with shipping as we are busy producing the bands.
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