Inspired by Kay

[twinfaye]

It would have been finished faster if the first one I made was the right size. I used the hook size they recommended and it was too small and short so I frogged the whole thing. I think I had maybe 9 rows to go when I unraveled it. Hurts to get almost finished and have to start over. I don't know how many shawls are in my future but at least one more. I feel like your student!! thanks

[kayemory]

It would have been finished faster if the first one I made was the right size. I used the hook size they recommended and it was too small and short so I frogged the whole thing. I think I had maybe 9 rows to go when I unraveled it. Hurts to get almost finished and have to start over. I don't know how many shawls are in my future but at least one more. I feel like your student!! thanks

I think you're going to continue to like how it feels to make someone something that you know will be enjoyed and heat-felt. We make alot of things but there's something about a Prayer Shawl that seems special.
I was just thinking about the pattern I sent you, and whether I had to make adjustments. The only thing I can think of is that I might have added a few more rows to get the size I wanted. Not sure. it's a nice size - using the K hook. Then the fringe makes it longer. You'll decide for yourself. You just keep up the good work!

[janie mae]

Faye,
This shawl is just gorgeous! Your mom's friend will be one happy lady to receive it. I know since Kay does the Prayer Shawls all the time, she has probably read all this but it fascinates me how some groups do them. Each person will knot a fringe & say a prayer. The color of the shawl can have meaning. The Prayer Shawl Ministry is so wonderful. I wish there was a local group I could be involved with. I have a family member going thru cancer treatment. While he wouldn't appreciate a shawl, his wife & MIL would. A shawl that had been prayed over by a group that way would be so special & knowing it, so comforting to the receiver.
Hugs, Faye, you did so good, Jane

[twinfaye]

I think you are a much better person than I am. I will strive to do better but I am so involved with doing for my family that I love to do that I don't have time to do much more. Every time I make something they want it or one like it. Handling the meeting and reading the posts is about all I can do.

[janie mae]

Faye,
I am just a woman, no better & hopefully no worse than anybody else. I have had some ugly things happen in my life that could have made me a little different or put me in a straight jacket in the "looney bin". Maybe one day, when we both have time to cry, if I'm feeling sorry for myself, I will tell you about it. I try really hard not to get in that shape. I am human though, & I still do.
Hugs, Jane

[justplainjudy]

Faye, that is beautiful! The color and pattern are just gorgeous! You're vrooooomin' as my family calls it! Hugs, Judy

[MeerKat]

I have never heard of a prayer shawl until I joined this group..

[janie mae]

MeerKat,
I get a Red Heart newsletter & I think there is a link to the Prayer Shawl Ministry on their site. If I am incorrect, I bet Kay could tell you exactly where to find it. It is really interesting, inspiring, all those things. See if you can read about it.
Hugs, Jane

[amanda]

I have some beautiful patterns of shawls and haven't made one yet, yours is so inspiring that it may be in one of my to do list after I get my grandsons blanket finished and all the baby hats and other baby things I am making for my grandson and the hospital! Faye just remember like I said you are inspirational! LOVE YOUR FRIEND MANDA!

[Val]

pretty! thanks for sharing!