Lacy Fans: an easy crochet prayer shawl pattern
Most of the prayer shawls I’ve crocheted have used a fairly solid pattern. This time, I wanted to make something a little more delicate. I couldn’t find a pattern I liked, so I searched until I found this beautiful stitch and created a pattern with it. This pattern calls for worsted weight yarn, so you… » Read more »
Giving prayer shawls
Handmade items are always special, but a prayer shawl is extra-special because the person who makes the shawl does it with the intention of blessing the person who receives it. “Shawls … made for centuries, universal and embracing, symbolic of an inclusive, unconditionally loving God. They wrap, enfold, comfort, cover, give solace, mother, hug, shelter… » Read more »
Prayer shawl cards
I wanted to explain a little more about the importance of prayer shawl cards. The shawl itself is an expression of love and comfort, and the continual prayers bring blessing to the recipient – but I think they have even more power when the recipient is aware just how special the prayer shawl is. That’s… » Read more »
Ripple: a fast & easy prayer shawl
I’ve been making prayer shawls for years, and I’m always experimenting with new yarns and new patterns. My latest prayer shawl is for a lady who absolutely loves green. After searching through 3 different stores, I finally stumbled across a lovely bulky green yarn. The yarn is called “First Love” from Hobby Lobby – the… » Read more »