The finished prayer kneeler - The photos

[Al Navas]

From my blog:

Some time ago I posted three videos on my blog, on the design and build of a prayer kneeler. We donated the kneeler to the local church where our daughter is a parishioner, to help raise funds for their little school in a Silent Auction.

Due to last-minute events, I completely forgot to document the finished piece, as I delivered it to the fund raiser committee just days before the auction. But, as luck would have it, the highest bidder lives less than 10 minutes away from us. Since the lady is a friend of our daughter, I requested she let the winner know I was interested in taking photos of the finished piece, in her own home. She graciously agreed!

So, finally, I can share with you the prayer kneeler in its final location. We purchased the fabric for the kneeling pad during one of treks through the Far East; Sandy made the pad in such a way that, if need be, it could be easily detached and replaced by the lucky high bidder at the Silent Auction. This was not required, as the lady loved it:



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http://sandal-woodsblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/kneeler-back-closed.png

http://sandal-woodsblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/kneeler-pad.png




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[Ralph Wiggum]

Very nice. I like how it folds up.

[Peter Stahl]

I went to Catholic School and always wondered why you had to kneel to pray? A uncle of my wife is Jewish and I asked him why they didn't kneel and He said it was so it members could get their money out of their pockets easier. Nice job on the kneeler by the way Al.

[Dewey Torres]

Al,
Great project for a cause. I am sure the church much appreciated your efforts.

[Al Navas]

Ralph, Peter, and Dewey,

Thanks! They were able to raise a good amount - and the feeling is great when something you donate to such a cause helps in some small way.

Peter,

I must ask our daughter why kneeling is required. But I like the practicality of standing up!


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