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 July, 2026
Attention Knitters and crocheters - We need your help!!!
Demand is at an all-time high!!!
We need pairs of light (beiges) and dark (brown and black) Neutrals in all sizes right now!
Pairs of light neutral sizes D and DD are especially needed. Thank you! 🩷
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.
Watch this video to see Knitted Knockers in the News!
Watch Knitted Knockers in the news.
Meet some of the wonderful volunteers changing lives...
Latest Updates from Facebook
🩷 A day filled with gratitude, connection, and a little pink!
Knitted Knockers was honored to be represented by volunteer Audrey C. at a recent breast cancer survivor celebration at the Advocate Health Care Outpatient Clinic in Aurora, Illinois.
The day brought some wonderful connections! Several women who had previously received Knitted Knockers stopped by to say thank you. 🫶🏼 One shared that she still has her original pair from nine years ago! Others picked up samples and information for themselves or patients.
The hot pink pair Audrey had hesitated to knit? It was the FIRST to go! 💗
A nurse from another clinic also stopped by, sharing that they currently provide women with two knitted squares sewn together. She took information about Knitted Knockers, hoping they can “step it up” and offer women another option. We even had a few knitters pick up pattern cards!
These are the moments that remind us why our mission matters. Every conversation, shared story, and new connection helps us reach another woman who could benefit from the comfort of a handmade Knitted Knocker.
A heartfelt thank-you to Audrey for representing our organization and sharing our mission. We are so grateful for volunteers who help spread the word.
🩷 Comfort, dignity, and handmade care—one connection at a time!
#KnittedKnockers #HopeInEveryStitch #BreastCancerSurvivors #BreastCancerSupport #VolunteerMade
10 CommentsComment on Facebook
🩷 Women’s health deserves attention at every stage of life.
We’re pleased to share an opportunity for our community to participate in a FREE virtual women’s health symposium hosted by the Osher Collaborative for Integrative Health, an international network of 11 academic health centers.
🌸 Centering Women’s Health: Integrative Approaches for Lifelong Well-being
📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
💻 Virtual symposium
🩷 FREE registration
The full-day program takes a whole-person approach to women’s health, with expert presentations, discussions, and experiential sessions. Topics of particular interest to our community include:
• Breast cancer risk and recurrence
• Musculoskeletal health
• Lifelong well-being
Whether you are navigating life after breast cancer, supporting someone you love, or simply interested in learning more about women's health, this is a wonderful opportunity to hear from experts and explore approaches to lifelong wellness.
Registration is FREE!
🔗 tinyurl.com/OC-Symposium26
Please share with friends, family, and anyone who might find this information helpful. We’re always glad to pass along resources that support the health and well-being of women in our community. 🩷
#WomensHealth #BreastCancerSupport #IntegrativeHealth #LifelongWellness #KnittedKnockers
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
💗 You don’t need knitting needles or a crochet hook to make a difference! There are so many ways to be part of the Knitted Knockers community, and one of the easiest is right at your fingertips.
Every like, comment, share or save helps us spread the word and reach more people who might need us or want to get involved.
So many of our recipients and volunteers have found out about us through social media, and we’re incredibly grateful for every person who helps share our message. 💗
Know someone who might enjoy volunteering, or someone who could benefit from a pair of Knitted Knockers? Tag them in the comments and help us make a connection! ⬇️
#KnittedKnockers #HopeInEveryStitch #SpreadTheWord #ShareTheLove #VolunteerCommunity #BreastCancerSupport #MastectomySupport #ComfortAndDignity #EveryoneCanHelp #MakingConnections
15 CommentsComment on Facebook
Thank You to Our Supporters
Resources and Sponsors
