When we "pray" we attached some "desperation" energy to it---we just can't help it---with the love nets we are just sending "comfort"---it's not a plea---just a quick intention to send comfort.
Years ago I crocheted an afghan like I described and sent it to a friend----the reaction I got back was remarkable---so if it works in the real world in the energetic it's off the charts.
Will you try sending a love net to someone today?