The muff was simply a short tube of fur, lined with fabric that a lady would thrust her hands into for warmth. Many muffs feature tassels at each end for decoration. Quick Shawl Project Purchase a square of fabric from a fabric store or thrift shop. A nice woven wool blanket from a thrift shop is excellent material for a shawl. Purchased fabric should be very wide, try to find some that is 50 - 60 inches wide if at all possible.
Wide fabrics are often available in the decorating or upholstery section of fabric stores.
Choose a wool fabric in a solid, heather, or somber colored plaid. Cut off the selvages from your square of fabric. Fold your fabric square in half diagonally and your shawl is complete.