Comfort, confidence, and dignity — one stitch at a time.
Knitted Knockers connects volunteer knitters and crocheters with breast cancer survivors —
providing soft, handmade breast prosthetics, always free and always made with love.
Request your free knitted knocker. We’ll mail it to you, no cost, no strings attached.
Knit or crochet comfort for a survivor. Free patterns, videos, and a caring community.
Offer free knitted knockers to your patients. We’ll help you get started.
Our Mission
We believe every woman deserves access to this simple gift of comfort and dignity. The need is greater than any one group can meet alone — but when individuals and communities each care for the survivors in their own counties, together we can reach every woman who needs us.
What is a knitted knocker?
A knitted knocker is a soft, handmade breast prosthesis for women who have undergone a mastectomy or lumpectomy. Traditional silicone prosthetics can be hot, heavy, and sticky — and many can’t be worn until weeks after surgery.
Knitted knockers are different. Placed in a regular bra, they take the shape and feel of a real breast. They’re lightweight, adjustable, washable — they can even go swimming with you. Each one is handmade with love by a volunteer knitter or crocheter, and every knocker is completely free to any woman who needs one.
A caring community, around the world
*estimated as of May, 2026
Knitters and crocheters: here’s what’s needed most right now
Pairs of Light Neutral — sizes D, DD, and F.
Pairs of Light (beiges) and Dark (brown and black) Neutrals are always needed, in all sizes.
Si prefiere solicitar una prótesis en español, favor de utilizar este enlace: AQUÍ. ¿Tiene preguntas? Contacte a Linda por correo electrónico: lindac.preston@gmail.com o llame 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.”
See how knitted knockers reached the women of Rwanda — and keep spreading around the world.
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Sara didn't just find comfort in a pair of knockers — she found her purpose. 💕🧶
After her stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis, Sara knit her very first pair of knockers while waiting to be fitted for traditional prosthetics. "I remember how excited I was," she said. "I could wear these, and I won't look any different than anybody else."
That first stitch turned into something bigger. Sara kept knitting — and recently donated a set of knockers to her own care team so they could hand them straight to patients walking the same road she once walked.
Her breast surgeon, Dr. Anna Chichura, says many patients appreciate Knitted Knockers because they offer comfort and accessibility during recovery.
“Many patients find knitted knockers to be a comfortable option while healing from surgery,” she said. “One of the unique benefits of knitted knockers is accessibility, as they are provided free through volunteer programs.”
Their value extends beyond physical comfort.
“Resources like these help patients feel seen, supported, and connected to a community of people who understand what they are experiencing,” Dr. Chichura shared. “Recovery is not only about physical healing — it is also about restoring confidence, comfort, and quality of life, and community resources can play an important role in that process.”
That's exactly it. Comfort. Confidence. Dignity. Made with love, passed from one survivor to the next.
Sara was recently featured in Duly Health and Care for her story — www.dulyhealthandcare.com/health-topic/knitting-hope-how-one-breast-cancer-survivor-is-helping-ot... 🫶
If you know a knitter or crocheter who'd love to be part of a caring community like this, tag them below. We'd love to have them. 🩷
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Breast Cancer Survivor Helps Others Heal Through Knitted Knockers | Duly Health and Care
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After overcoming stage 1 breast cancer, Sara G. now knits free breast prostheses for women recovering from mastectomy surgery, offering comfort, confidence, and hope.8 CommentsComment on Facebook
Eileen was looking for a reason to start crocheting again. 🧶 She'd taken a long break and wanted a project — something with purpose, not just something to fill time.
She found the Knitted Knockers website while searching for crochet inspiration online.
It was, as she puts it, a win-win.
"I wanted to start crocheting again after a long hiatus. Being able to send my work to people gave it purpose — and the focus of helping women battling breast cancer gave it meaning. Crocheting knockers was the perfect choice."
When she finished her first set, something shifted.
"I was excited and proud and hopeful after completing the first set of knockers. I appreciated their form and function and was hopeful that each stitch had love woven in. I am always hopeful that each recipient feels this too."
Eileen thinks about what it means for a woman to receive a pair — really thinks about it.
"Knitted Knockers matter because they have the potential to help someone feel whole. Must we have breasts to feel whole? No, certainly not — but the image and expectation within us drives our momentum. If we can fulfill our expectations for every level of self, and it's these that help someone achieve it, then the Knitted Knockers matter. And what a blessing that they are free to the recipients." 🫶
She has one message for anyone considering volunteering:
"Volunteering to make Knitted Knockers will definitely help your heart to grow." 💗
Visit knittedknockers.org to find your win-win.
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