Knitting for Safe Sex
Yes, I said the word . . . or rather, I typed the word . . . SEX - and added Safety to it - and added Knitting to it, too. What do these all have in common?
Read the story at A Little Red Hen.
You see, I have grandchildren who are getting to THAT age (gasp!). You know the age to which I’m referring . . . the age of dating (again with the GASP!) and seeking their mates - finding their own way in the world. I want them to be S.A.F.E.! So, I was excited - well, that might not be the right word - but, still I was excited to find a page with something I could knit for the Girl to carry with her - AND - for the Boy’s (future . . . please let it be future) girlfriend to carry with HER when they do go out.
It’s a simply knit “Condom amulet” to be worn - holding one or a few condoms. There are a few patterns . . . Corn Silk Condom Amulet, Ball Band Cotton Condom Keychain Amulet, bra and breast pouch amulets, and some others.
But as you read the information on the above site . . . you’ll see that it is not just the young folk who are at risk for HIV and other diseases. Women in their later years - who’ve been out of the dating scene for awhile - don’t often think of using condoms for safety. After all, condoms are for helping guard against pregnancy, right?
Right . . . AND, they help prevent HIV, Aids, and other diseases. Read HIV Wisdom for Older Women and learn why it’s important.
After you know the importance, why not make a fashion statement? Knit up several of these amulets and then fill them to wear on those important dates. In this day and age, YOU need to be pro-active in protecting yourself.
The Boy? The Girl? Nana is going to be making some of these - you take care! Love ya!
August 13th, 2008 at 8:56 pm
AND NOT A MINUTE TOO SOON! *L*
These are awesome. As are the boobies previously. Though my MOM talking about it? hm…
*g*
August 14th, 2008 at 3:12 pm
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August 14th, 2008 at 8:14 pm
thanks so much for promoting Condom Amulets by joining the effort! we have a Ravelry group too, Knit and Crochet a Condom Amulet, are gearing up for a back-to-school Safe Sex effort. ‘cmon over and visit.
have had a good time reading your blog, discovering another grandmother with social conscience. yours, naomi
August 26th, 2008 at 1:07 am
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