irresistible
There’s really no other word to describe this hunk of manliness:
His head gear is reminiscent of the delicious balaclava helmet, yet so much more modern, and he wears it with a casual, rugged insouciance that makes it hard to look away.
Note that the garment’s small size, combined with the use of a chunky yarn and garter stitch, make it the ideal project for a novice knitter.
I found him on Flickr where Flint Knits has posted gems from her large collection of vintage patterns. Check out selections from the 1940s-50s, 1960s, and the 1980s – a decade all too fresh in my mind.
July 9th, 2007 at 1:24 am
Well that’s great…He’s going to have toasty ears,but I’m a bit worried he might get a ‘top of head cold’!
July 9th, 2007 at 7:13 am
Hilarious! It reminds me of a belted maxi pad. Why hide such a garment on the*inside*?
July 9th, 2007 at 8:31 am
there is something more bizarre here but i cannot find the words….
July 9th, 2007 at 12:17 pm
that is AWESOME!! now i’m torn for my winter headgear choice. maybe balaclava on the really cold days and this guy for mild fall temps.
July 9th, 2007 at 3:42 pm
Yeah, this one is a favorite. Whenever I feel like knitting shawls or socks isn’t all that useful, I can go back to this book and remind myself exactly what sorts of abominations happen when we ground our knitting in what’s “useful.” (Shudder.) Thanks for the links! 🙂
July 10th, 2007 at 5:25 am
it reminds me of a wrestling helmet! That strap across the top is really classic!
How about wearing this OVER the balaclava, since the balaclava covers everything but the ears?
July 11th, 2007 at 5:40 am
Julia & Eliza – The top of the head cold looks like a real possibility, although I think that together with the balaclava you really can have head gear for all seasons.
Katy – your disturbing thought also crossed my mind.
Jude – I know what you mean. Perhaps the post should have been titled “speechless”.
Pamela – thanks for such excellent entertainment!
July 11th, 2007 at 6:52 am
Look again at the model…I think he knows how silly he looks with a near jock strap thingie on his head and he can’t believe he’s said OK to being photographed wearing it!!!
July 11th, 2007 at 10:59 am
It’s true, he kind of looks like he’s about to lurch out of the frame, running for dear life.