Our Mission
Connect volunteer knitters and crocheters with breast cancer survivors to offer free Knitted Knockers to any woman who wants them. There is a huge demand for Knitted Knockers that can’t be met by any one group but together we can do it! If someone in each area will set a goal of meeting the need in just their county it can happen!
Knitted Knockers are special handmade breast prostheses for women who have had breast cancer and undergone mastectomy or lumpectomy. Traditional breast prosthetics can be hot, heavy and sticky. They typically require special bras or camisoles with pockets and can’t be worn for weeks after surgery. Knitted Knockers are soft, comfortable, beautiful and when placed in a regular bra they take the shape and feel of a real breast. They are adjustable, washable and can even be worn while swimming. Our special volunteer knitters provide these FREE to those requesting them.
*estimated March 2024
Si prefiere solicitar una prótesis en español, favor de utilizar este enlace: https://forms.gle/
¿Tiene preguntas? Contacta a Linda por correo electrónico: lindac.preston@gmail.com o llamar al (860) 458-6498
Our experience bringing Knitted Knockers to the women of Rwanda. This simple breast prosthetic solution continues to spread around the world. "JUST GO! When opportunity calls... you never know what doors will open."
Watch this video to see Knitted Knockers in the News!
Meet some of the wonderful volunteers changing lives...
Meet Mee, Making a difference throughout the world from New York City!
My journey with Knitted Knockers started as a birthday gift to myself in 2017. As I looked for the yarn at my LYS in NYC, Knitty City, I learned the founder of Knitted Knockers had recently spoken there. I felt this was Kismet. In the beginning, I brought all the yarn and tools from Knitty City and gave them the knockers until April, 2018 when they asked to me stop delivering them knockers because they had too many.
Hearing this request totally shocked me and it was then I decided to ship them to the Bellingham office. At this time I sent an email to learn what cup sizes were needed – Christel nicely responded A and B cups would be appreciated. These were sent for the next 3 years until November 2021 when the need changed to D, E and F cups. What a surprise it was to see my knocker count at 1,000 on 2/5/22 – 4-1/2 years since the starting date.
Latest Update from Facebook
*update. We have our new thank you volunteers. Wonderful overwhelming response. Please continue to share your appreciation for Barbara S in the comments.*
"Thank You" volunteer needed.
So thankful for our wonderful volunteer, Barbara S, who has written thousands of thank you notes for the mailed donations received over the last 12 years. We believe a hand written note is very important for those that take the time to mail a check in appreciation of receiving their gifts of knitted knockers. At 86 Barbara can no longer do this. We are looking for a couple of volunteers willing to write and mail them. We provide the postcards, stamps and addresses. You provide the handwriting and take to the post office. It would be about 30-50 per month. If you want to be our next, "Barbara," please email contact@knittedknockers.org and let us know. There are many ways to help and this is a very meaningful way. Please comment below thanking Barbara S for all she has done making a difference in the thousands of donors lives. We will share with her as she doesn't do Facebook. Or write her a thank you note and send to us at Knitted Knockers Support Foundation, 1405 Fraser St.,F 103, Bellingham, WA 98229 and we will give to her. Let's thank our "thank you" person! Knittedknockers.org
Thank you Barbara for all your kindness and thoughts I also have received one of your notes. And so much appreciated it very heart touching. I wish I had the hand writing that people could read I would so much like to do something like this. God bless you.
Thank you Barbara for being a wonderful caring person. You have touched so many lives in a loving positive way, thank you.
Thank you, Barbara, for all your years of service for this amazing organization. As a twice diagnosed (but only lumpectomies) survivor, I've been knitting for several years. I do so appreciate the Thank You cards acknowledging me! Thank you, again!
Thank you Barbara! What a blessing to so many! It is such a warm personal touch to receive a handwritten note💜💕
Thank you Barbara S for your valuable service to the mission of Knitted Knockers! Your work has made a positive difference in many lives and you are an inspiration to us all ❤️❤️❤️ May you see God’s blessings each and every day!
There is nothing like a hand written thank you note and I have always greatly appreciated receiving them from Barbara and KKs!! 🩷
Thank you, Barbara! Taking the time to write handwritten “thanks” means so much to so many. You’ll be missed for sure! 💝💐
Thank you for all your years of service Barbara! You will be missed for sure🥰 I sent an email to help out❤️
Thank you for serving this need Barbara. You are greatly appreciated!
God's purpose and work for us is to spread love throughout the world, and receiving a personal note from a caring soul helps encourage us all to keep the good fight going. What a special person you are Barbara S. to show such compassion and dedication to your work....Thank You for being a source of light, and Thank You KK for all your good works as well. Y'all are truly amazing! 💕
I LOVE getting those postcards!! Thank you, Barbara, each one means a lot and keeps me knitting. I still have my whole collection of postcards. I've been knitting knockers since 2016.
Thank you Barbara for your time and kindness!
Thank you Barbara! The world needs more people like you. God bless!
Thank you Barbara, 🩷🌷🌼 for all your work. I always loved getting that handwritten thank you card and never knew who wrote them all!!
Thank you Barbara! You have spread so much love with your thoughtful words. ♥️
Thank you, Barbara! I would love to help out with this. I’ll send an email. 💙
Thankyou Barbara for your love & dedication you will be missed by so many take care & stay safe Xxx💌💌💌
Thank you, Barbara, for your many years of faithful service! You are a gem! 🥰
I had the pleasure of receiving one of Barbara's notes some years ago and really appreciated the acknowledgement and personal touch. Happy "retirement", Barbara.
Thank you Barb for your amazing dedication to KK. Hugs
Thank you Barbara S for your dedication and love. You are very much appreciated! 💓
Thank you Barbara for your dedication in writing thousands of thank you notes to volunteers! I💕
I've been a penpal/random acts of cards participant for years. I'd love to help out! Thank you for your dedication and time Barbara. 💗💗💗
Dear Barbara. Thank for for your time and effort. You will be missed and your notes will be treasured by many.
What a wonderful lady to do this! As an OT with mostly older folks, I love what she did so much! I am glad she knows when she needs to take care of herself and stop handwriting those lovely notes! 💕
Thank you for being so kind- They are the difference between feeling self conscious and being confident
Maureen Mantrop-Utterback
Do these make you sweat? I have a terrible time with certain materials that make me sweat!
Did you know that Knitted Knockers is in 67 countries? Check out this great story from Canada. To volunteer to help in your country check out the directory for groups in your country or register as a knitter/crocheter at knittedknockers.org.
KNITTED KNOCKERS: Shuswap breast cancer survivor pays it forward
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“They’re versatile, comforting, comfortable and they fit in store bought bras."My knockers came in the mail today! They’re awesome! This is a wonderful thing y’all are doing. It really lifted my spirits today! ❤️
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Youth around the world making a difference! I had the wonderful opportunity to share the Knitted Knocker story with this lovely young woman from Bangkok. She chose knitted knockers for her school personal project. The knockers she crocheted were stunning and she had such great questions for me. It makes my day seeing the youth “catching the vision” of helping others. Join the volunteers in 67 countries helping women who have had a mastectomy. Visit the international directory at knittedknockers.org. #YouthVolunteers #CatchTheVision #breastcancer #mastectomy
I love this! Today I reconnected with my friend from Norway who, 2 years ago made some Knitted Knockers for BCIEA and is visiting the Pink Wellness House tomorrow. She is going to teach two of her friends how to make some more when she returns from Norway with some yarn. Yes, Barbs, the Vision will not stop! Making a difference is contagious 💕💕
That is awesome!
What an awesome, giving young lady!❤
I love my knitted knockers - my surgeon's office gave me info on them. Have a drawer full of other breast forms that I never use. Knitted Knockers are comfortable, light weight and as I gain or lose weight I can adjust the fiber filling. Best breast form ever.
Mine arrived today, and I absolutely love them! What a great thing to do! Sure did lift my spirits today. Thank you so much! 
It's not too late to join like minded caring people on this fun cruise to Alaska. Time to meet together, eat together, and view the great state of Alaska. Join in all the events or pick and choose, this is your cruise to do what you want. Find more info at pcrooks@dreamvacations.com or 781-806-5944. Ask for info about the knittedknockers.org cruise.
Just looking forward to getting together with a group to knit.
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