Shawls and Wraps
This romantic, lacy crochet prayer shawl in the pictures below is the beautiful work by Lion Brand Yarn and I love all about it. The finished size is approximately 22 x 50 in. (56 x 127 cm), but it is quite easy to adjust it to your preferences. Make one for yourself or for a friend who may just need a little comfort in her life. Anna’s Shawl makes a great prayer shawl, too.
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Power of a Prayer Shawl
Shawls and Wraps
Prayer Shawl We all have friends in need. Sometimes the friend just needs a hug or an encouraging chat over a cup of coffee. Most of us benefit from a reprieve from the daily grind and having a friend to laugh with can go a long way. But sometimes a friend needs more - when that friend is walking through a dark, sad, or scary time; what many of us call “the valley.” Obviously, the person experiencing a trial is the one with the difficulty - but sometimes knowing how to be a good friend can be hard too. We don't always know what to say. We don't want to be trite, or too serious. We want to be there, but not over-bearing. Some of us also have a tendency to shirk away from very emotional situations. A tangible gift has a powerful impact and offering something personal can help with healing. I love giving a prayer shawl that represents everything I wish, hope, and pray for that individual in the midst of trouble. And not merely a shawl you would find in a store or in a pattern book, but a personalized crocheted fabric that wraps a friend in symbolism. The symbols you choose will depend on your beliefs and the beliefs of the person receiving the shawl. The purpose isn’t religious proselytizing; it's blessing someone going through a hard time.
Dearest Donna Prayer Shawl
Shawls and Wraps
I love the color in this beautiful crochet prayer shawl in the pictures below. The author, Quaxa made it in memory of her lovely friend. And I'm sure it's going to be a gorgeous and lovely gift for your friend as well, especially if she or he is going through a tough time.
Emma Prayer Shawl
Shawls and Wraps
This incredible crochet prayer shawl in the pictures below was made by Girlie D. de los Reyes and both the colors and texture are simply amazing! The finished size is approximately 61” across and 30” from top to bottom corner and it will look gorgeous with your favorite stylizations.
Pocket Prayer Shawl
Shawls and Wraps
If you don't have the time to work up a whole crochet shawl, you can still make something meaningful for someone in need. We're introducing the Pocket Prayer Shawl, just for you! These cloths with a cross pattern made from the popcorn stitch are great to carry around as a reminder of someone's healing thoughts. Because they're small, the pocket prayer shawl should be fast to crochet, and you could probably finish over a lunch hour or two. Give someone the gift of comfort with these pocket sized shawls.
Big Sky Shawl
Shawls and Wraps
Life is often hard, and even the clearest skies have clouds sometimes. And as crocheters, we can make it better. One way is by making prayer or comfort shawls for those who need an extra hug, and to feel our love. The Big Sky Shawl was designed with this idea in mind - while maintaining a sense of style. The Big Sky Shawl is made with Lion Brand Homespun, a favorite yarn for those crafting for others. It's warm, soft, and the yarn creates the texture - which means simple stitches shine. And the Big Sky Shawl does indeed use simple stitches, so almost anyone can make this easy crochet prayer shawl pattern! The colors I used for the Big Sky Shawl are Montana Sky and Clouds - appropriate, no? Streaks of gray cut through the blue sky, but there is more blue than gray, to remind us of the bright times to come. The shaping creates a triangular shawl that's more V shaped than anything, with corners that wrap easily around the shoulders to stay in place. And it doesn't just help the person you give it to - it helps you too! Studies have shown time and again how crocheting improves our mental health, making this an excellent way to help others while you help yourself. You can wear the Big Sky shawl across the shoulders as a standard shawl, or wrapped around the neck with the point in front - either way, the optional tassels on the points help keep it where you put it. It's only 20 rows long (plus a couple rounds for the border), so you can whip one up in a just a few evenings.
