Are we masking the problem?

Ok - I have to admit that the whole Avian Flu threat is starting to freak me out. You can't pick up a newspaper without some glaring headline about how doctors in this country - or scientists from that University - are telling us that we are NOT prepared. Now granted, part of me thinks that some of the timing of these headlines is also intended to mask Bush's latest BIRD brain scheme to go to war with Iran - but I'm also thinking, "IS ANYBODY LISTENING????" I get these horrible images in my head of Vincent Price roaming the streets as the  last man on earth.

Well, here's a way that we knitters can save the world!  Why not start knitting up some attractive masks? They are bound to be all the rage for fashion influenza. Use a soft, breathable cotton. Perhaps a fair isle pattern. It could be the perfect application for all the acrylic in the world!

Now THAT'S stupid   clever!!!

Comments

[Jennifer]

It'd be cool to have one in entrelac...

[Chris]

*giggle*

[Scribbles & Bits]

Fair Isle would be perfect for this since it's stranded. It's almost like another whole layer of protection!

[Harriet]

I think this is a fabulous idea and as crazy as it seems there might just be a market for it.
If someone could sell 'pet rocks' why wouldn't they buy decorative face masks to help keep them safe.
I'm not joking either!

[Geraldine]

Hello from Canada, Got here via Felt Like Knitting, your blog rocks!!! I am impressed and I do get around to visiting (way too many) knitting blogs on any given day. I would like to add you to my knit-roll if that is ok? Hope you will stop by Veggies....soon. I will be back for more browsing soon. Well done! BFN :)