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 as of January 2026
Attn Knitters and Crocheters. The current need for knockers is:
Pairs of Swimmers in Light Neutrals – sizes D, DD and F.
Pairs of Light Neutral – Size A
Pairs of Light (beiges) and Dark (brown and black) Neutrals all sizes are always needed.
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.
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Knitted Knockers
Connecting volunteer knitters with breast cancer survivors to offer free knitted knockers, (soft, comfortable, knit prosthetics made by volunteers).
We need your help! Do you live in the Philadelphia, PA area? We are looking for a volunteer to help deliver knitted knockers to a medical clinic in need of knockers. 🏥 We have a supplier who is making them, but is homebound. She has them packaged and ready to go, but cannot physically deliver them. If you are willing to help, send a message from this post, and we will contact you with more information. Thank you in advance for your willingness to help! 😇🩷
#KnittedKnockers #medicalclinic #PhiladelphiaPA #needyourhelp
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What a wonderful day at Tacoma, Washington’s Red Alder Fiber Fest— We were thrilled to connect volunteers of all ages and inspire them to use their skills and talents to create knitted and crocheted prosthetics for Knitted Knockers. It was a joy to bring together makers and breast cancer survivors, helping ensure that any woman who wants a free knitted knocker can receive one! #knittedknockers #volunteer #redalderfiberarts2026
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We love sharing stories from recipients and their families. In her own words, a daughter shares how much Knitted Knockers meant to her mother during her cancer journey. 💗🫶💗🫶💗
I am writing on behalf of my mother and a dear friend of hers.
Your team is a godsend My mom has worn and washed and worn her knitted knockers for years now. I requested one for my mom, and her friend needed two. You graciously sent them right away.
All of mom’s diagnoses, scans, and surgery were conducted at Vanderbilt University Hospital. Her doctors were blown away by your organization. They reacted just as I did! You had us all at KNOCKERS!!! They began talking about your service and started telling their mastectomy patients about you all!
Mom’s surgery was January 20, 2016. I remember it well, it was my daughter’s 21st birthday. So, she’s been cancer-free for 10 years. (She’s almost 83). I think it’s been about 7 years since we last requested any. I’m sure mom is ready for a new one! I’d also like your mailing address so I can send a donation. I just wanted to share how much you all mean to us and how thankful we are for your service! T.P.
#knittedknockers #mom #sharingstories #cancerjourney #vanderbiltuniversity
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