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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Meet some of the wonderful volunteers changing lives...
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❓ FAQ: How many Knitted Knocker groups are there?
💗 You might be surprised!
While there are many wonderful organizations around the world using the name Knitted Knockers to provide free handmade breast prostheses, we are Knitted Knockers Support Foundation (knittedknockers.org), headquartered in the U.S. in Washington State.
Together with our incredible volunteer network, we have:
🧶 7,600+ registered groups
🌎 Serving all 50 U.S. states and 76 countries
Here's how it works:
✨ When someone requests a free pair through knittedknockers.org, we forward that request to one of our affiliated volunteer groups in their state whenever possible. If there isn't an affiliated group nearby, our Washington team lovingly fills the order instead.
One of the things we love most is connecting women with volunteers in their own communities. 💕
Are you part of a group that provides free Knitted Knockers but isn't registered with us yet? We'd love to welcome you! Registering allows us to send local requests your way, helping more women receive comfort and support close to home. 🫶
📍 Looking for a local group or store?
Visit our directory:
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For groups outside the U.S. 🌍visit:
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Every group, every volunteer, and every stitch helps make a difference. Thank you for being part of this amazing community! 🩷
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💗 We love seeing communities come together to make a difference!
A huge thank you to The Ginger Cat and Northern Colorado Knitted Knockers for hosting their fourth annual Knock-a-thon. Every stitch represents comfort, confidence, and hope for someone recovering from breast cancer.
This wonderful article highlights how local volunteers, yarn shops, and caring hearts are changing lives—one handmade Knitted Knocker at a time. 🧶
Please take a moment to read the story, and if you’re inspired, consider sharing it to help more women discover that they can receive a free pair of Knitted Knockers, anywhere in the world.
💗 Because every woman deserves comfort, dignity, and the reminder that she is not alone.
#HopeInEveryStitch #KnittedKnockers #BreastCancerSupport #Volunteer #Community #KnittingForACause #CrochetForACause #MastectomySupportGinger Cat in Greeley to host ‘Knock-a-thon,’ knitting prosthetics for breast cancer survivors
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