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 December 2024
Attn Knitters and Crocheters. The current need for knockers is:
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¿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."
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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).
Anyone want a cool Knitted Knocker Sticker? They work good on water bottles, project bags and even stick good on clothing! Its a great way to spread the word. To get one send a self addressed stamped envelope to Knitted Knockers Support Foundation, 1405 Fraser St #F103, Bellingham, WA 98229. Put a note that you would like a Knitted Knocker Sticker. Please don't email asking for them as we have a huge amount of emails daily to deal with and we are all volunteers :-). They are 3" in diameter and we have about 150 to give away. Thanks for supporting Knitted Knockers!!!!
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A heartwarming report from Italy:
"We're doing well and growing slowly but steadily. We now have a dozen or so very productive volunteers knitting and crocheting knockers. They are a lovely bunch, half of them Italian, the others from England, Australia, and South Africa. We've also developed some useful collaborations with local yarn stores, breast cancer focused non-profits and women's organisations which have created publicity and yielded donations. One of our volunteers has been talking us up at church and apparently her Bishop wants to bless my hands - this is terrifying, as I have absolutely no idea how one correctly addresses a Bishop, but if it gets the word out I'm in!
With more reliable production we've been upping our contact with hospitals and Breast Units so that knockers can be readily available to women receiving breast cancer treatment. So far we are collaborating with 5 Breast Units in Tuscany and trying very hard to speak to or meet the relevant Unit Directors in Tuscany and beyond who would need to approve distribution. The knitted knocker concept is unfamiliar here, but when we're able to provide samples they are always met with amazement and approval. As a result we've been preparing sample packs and plan to keep storming hospital corridors to expand our reach. We also get individual requests via Facebook and Instagram publicity and often receive the most beautiful, emotional thank you's from recipients which totally keeps us going!
Thank you both for your inspiration and support in helping me establish the Italian group. I had no idea what my retirement would look like, but I love everything about this new adventure! I wish you all the best for the New Year and many knockers to come!
Irene
President - Coppe di Cuore/Knitted Knockers Italy
coppedicuore@gmail.com
To bring these gifts of comfort and dignity to the women of your country register as a knitter/crocheter at knittedknockers.org and we will help get you started.
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Congratulations! This is a great job. So proud of you. Well done. Please remember to reach out to any of us if you have any questions. We are eager to help in anyway we can. I wonder if your local magazine & or newspaper will run an article o. Your new group.
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! from your hard working Knitted Knockers Headquarters crew :-). knittedknockers.org
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Merry Christmas and a Happy healthy New Year to you all. Thank you for what you do
Thank you. I have two pairs an “d appreciate you all for making them for those like me!!!
Thank you so much for making knockers for us survivors. You have helped me through a very difficult time.
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