Testimonials

I had a lumpectomy in 2020. As part of my treatment, I followed continued medical evaluation and consultation with my healthcare providers, I underwent a bilateral (double) mastectomy on April 24, 2026. Prior to surgery, an ultrasound and biopsy revealed that I was considered high risk in both breasts. Following the mastectomy, the pathology report confirmed the presence of invasive disease. Unbelievable! I am currently recovering from surgery and continue to require ongoing medical care, including follow-up appointments with my surgical team and plastic surgeon.

I would also like to express my sincere appreciation to the knitters and crocheters for your service and generosity. I received my knitted knockers today and tried them on, and they look great! Your kindness, time, and talent provide comfort and confidence during a challenging time in recovery. Thank you for making such a positive difference in the lives of breast cancer survivors.

I was told on Friday,May 30th 2015 that is I had BREAST CANCER,LEFT BREAST. MY Granddaughter was With me so I didn’t have to go alone. She was 15years old. Neither one of us cried, eyes were a little bit wet but I was holding on. I had a mass on my rectum that was as big as a Walnut. June 2 Biopsy of my left Breast, June 3rd, Removed Mass from Rectum. MASS WAS NOT CANCER, PRAISE GOD. LEFT BREAST WAS POSITIVE FOR CANCER, EARLY THANK GOODNESS. I was in bed or more time in my Recliner. More comfortable. That’s where someone showed me the add for the knitted knockers. THAT sounds great so I sent for one. IT was a cream color. Very nice and beautiful. I will get it out when I go to the bathroom. IT looks a little worn but not bad for 16 years. Then I seen the Add again for KNITTED KNOCKERS. I HOPED I could get another one but I didn’t tell them I already had one. IT still looks new . Thank you so very much MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU.
. I’m loving both of them.

I am currently sitting in the hospital waiting to have surgery to remove my second rejected implant, the first rejected exactly 2 weeks ago. I was honestly devastated because I have a prosthetic breast & it’s quite heavy. One of my plastic surgeons just informed me of Knitted Knockers & I ordered them immediately. I use to joke that getting new boobs was a nice bonus after chemo, immunotherapy & double mastectomy. Unfortunately, my body didn’t think so but I’m excited to try these as an alternative. Thank you so much. I want to learn to knit now so that I’m able to make these for others.

I was diagnosed with breast cancer in July 2025. I’ve been through chemotherapy and have had a double mastectomy. I was referred to Knitted Knockers by a family member on my husband’s side. I decided to order right away and received my knockers within 2 weeks. I thought they were beautiful and came in a pretty pink silk bag nicely wrapped. Thank you Susie at Chicks with Sticks so very much. I even recommended Knitted Knockers to my sister that has also had a double mastectomy and to my good friend that also had a mastectomy on one breast. You are all doing an amazing job and we are blessed to have lovely people to donate their time making these beautiful knitted knockers. Thank you again for helping make us feel beautiful .

When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, my daughter was 4 months old. I was 34, no family history whatsoever, no known genetic markers at the time. I had suffered nerve damage during a difficult delivery, postpartum depression, and the general stress of being a first-time mom. Knitted Knockers allowed me to set aside the medical and get back to living my life as quickly as possible with as little stress as possible.

​My first reaction was “holy crap! they’re huge” followed by gratitude that someone had taken the time to craft them. They came firmly stuffed, and it gave me the chance to perfectly adjust the stuffing to get exactly the right fit.

Knitted Knockers provides a much-needed alternative to those of us who are either waiting for the right time for reconstruction or who are just plain tired of being poked and prodded and are ready to get on with living life with as little fuss as possible. When I was done with treatment, I was DONE. I was ready to get outside and back to hiking (now with my baby girl).

As a recipient, the fact that another person on this earth took the time to do something so kind and at no cost to me, meant so very much. Cancer puts a strain on not only the patient’s health but their finances, their relationships, etc. It takes so much from the person fighting. To be able to easily preserve dignity and confidence amidst all that chaos is vital to mental health. S. Reyman

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.

This is my second journey with breast cancer. For my first cancer 17 years ago, I had a single mastectomy with a silicone implant (which I hated). When I got the second diagnosis last year, I knew I never wanted to do this again so I had a double mastectomy with no reconstruction. I always said that there are many things that define us as women, and frankly, in my case, my breasts have never been a very big part of that definition (literally and figuratively)! 🙂

When I saw how much my insurance was being charged for the little foam inserts (over $600 EACH!) for the mastectomy bra I couldn’t believe it. Those little pieces of foam were no bigger than my fist. And frankly, they are just too puffy even though I got the smallest ones. I love the knitted knockers so much better. They are softer, more comfortable and more easily washed. And I can take out as much stuffing as I need to (or put it back in). LOVE knitted knockers. My first reaction was that the design is so cute and appropriate, and the name gives me a smile. I can either wear them with my pre-cancer bras, or insert them into the mastectomy bras. Knitted Knockers provides a soft little “hug” to those of us experiencing a mastectomy. And they can provide loving support to women with little or no insurance, or to those of us who just prefer a softer and more comfortable solution. Thanks so much to all the volunteers who provide them! Linda D.

My breast surgeon showed me a pair at my first appointment, that I learned I had breast cancer. I had so many treatments – chemo – double mastectomy – radiation – continued herceptin infusions – detached retina – cataract surgery…….

Knitted Knockers made a huge difference for me, in both my physical and mental health as I go through my cancer journey, and were a plus with sooooo many other negatives and issues! Knitted knockers…helped me breathe easier, having something on my chest. I had a double mastectomy, and it was so tight and felt very hard to breathe. Wearing the knitted knockers also helped me feel “normal,” so mentally, a huge plus that I was not expecting. I stuffed them into a pocketed cami and was shocked that I looked back to normal.

And to potential volunteers, she adds, “These are a lifesaver for so many, if you can benefit or support others to help them be aware of these as a tool for healing, please consider it.” P.P.

As a 44H, I simply could not hold a silicone prosthesis due to the weight. It was torture in Texas heat, but I needed something for my public-facing job wearing a clingy-type shirt. I didn’t think something as light as a knitted knocker would work, but decided to give it a try. I don’t know who made mine, but I’d like to think there’s a special place in heaven for her/him! It’s inspired me to learn how to knit in order to pass along the joy I feel when I wear them! Thank you so much!

“A friend at my bowling league was knitting one in between her turns bowling. When I expressed an interest, she pointed me to the website, and the rest is history! ​​I’m a 23-year breast cancer survivor; however, it was caught in time and I didn’t need a mastectomy. A cousin of mine wasn’t so lucky and passed away. Now, a dear friend is going through chemo, and it breaks my heart that she also will not survive. Even though it’s too late for some women, I want to do something that makes a difference for the survivors. Since July 2024, I have made 9 dozen pairs and counting.

​​I thought the unstuffed knockers were funny looking, so I stuffed my first pair to get a sense of what they would look like finished. It’s kind of a metamorphosis.

Just when I turn in a dozen pairs to our local yarn shop and think I’m going to take a break from knitting for a while, I unconsciously pick up my needles again. They’re kind of addictive that way – you just can’t stop!

Knitted knockers give women their self-esteem back when they’re feeling lost and sad, even ugly. Every woman cares about her appearance, and nobody wants pity. With knockers, they can celebrate life again.” To others, she would say, ​”Don’t hesitate, just do it! It means so much to the recipients. sbrw