Inspiration

For many years I have carried a rosary ring or finger rosary in my pocket. For most of this time it was one of those inexpensive stamped metal finger rosaries. Carrying a rosary like this was always comforting to me and to be honest it was only used on rare occasions to pray the rosary or even a full decade, yet it always remained with me and was a constant reminder of my faith. Throughout the day anytime I’d come in contact with the rosary, maybe on the way to retrieving a chapstick or a key fob or even loading or unloading my pockets starting or ending the day. These moments throughout the day would lead to at least an “Our Father” and some “Hail Marys” as I “worried” some of my worries away on the fixed metal beads. 

It was during the pandemic that I began taking long early morning walks and was so fortunate to do so being blessed with living in Florida. These early morning walks were the perfect time for reflection and prayer which led to praying the rosary and slowly memorizing the mysteries of the Holy Rosary and the proper days for each throughout the week.  

During this time my stamped metal rosary was functional yet felt a bit “brass knuckle-ish” with the beads unyielding and unforgiving, often leaving a dent in my thumb. I’ve always enjoyed the challenge of trying to fix, design, or somehow make better items that I use on a daily basis. So I found one of those paper binder rings and some beads from one of our children’s science projects, slipped the beads on the ring, snapped it shut, tied a piece of string around the hinge to signify a crucifix and viola, a finger rosary with beads that would kinda move around the ring (the hinge was in the way). This crude ring gave way to a titanium ring, plastic beads and a silver cross for my next version which I enjoyed because the beads had true freedom of movement around the ring.  This was a rosary game changer for me. The simple unrestricted movement of the beads and the blue and white coloring somehow made praying the rosary more intimate and focused.

The blessing of a 3D printer arrived for my birthday at the end of 2024. Of course I went on and on to my wife Amy regarding all the wonderful things I’d be able to create with this new ‘it’s not a toy” I said… tool. Sprinkler parts, organizers, standing desk table, travel pill holders, and so on. Having nearly lost my little home made rosary ring a third time, I thought, "hey, I could probably print one!"  Of course I didn't feel it at the time but I believe the Virgin Mary was pushing me to create something truly useful with my new printer. 

In February of 2025 I designed a finger rosary with a crucifix taken  directly from the wooden crucifix my brother, Fr. Rob carved many years ago for Amy and me.  I designed, printed and assembled a few dozen to give to some family members and for my brother to share with his parishioners.

"You have to make these available online, people need these finger rosaries" my brother repeatedly told me.   Only six months after printing the first few rosaries, with a good deal of prayer, priestly persuasion, and encouragement, Amy and I now have a business.  In that time we've built a sales website, purchased a second printer, printed and assembled hundreds of finger rosaries for donation and beta testing (a huge thanks to all the beta testers!) and throughout this time I've had un undeniable sense of support and approval from the Virgin Mary.

The mission of our business is very simple.  We design and manufacture our unique finger rosaries to encourage prayer.  All the labor involved in producing the rosaries is donated.  All profits are donated to the Catholic Church.

I firmly believe and pray for His Will to be done, that I can accept it and handle what His plan is for this endeavor, and I’m humbled and grateful to be a part of it.

-John Wedow

Owner/Operator