Knitted Knockers Pattern

By: Knitted Knockers for knittedknockers.org

Knitted Knockers

By: Knitted Knockers for knittedknockers.org

If you enjoy knitting for charity, then these Knitted Knockers are something you should see. Designed as a knitted breast prosthesis, this free charity knitting pattern will show you how to make knitted breasts for women who have undergone a mastectomy, particularly breast cancer survivors. This knitted knockers pattern will help you feel like you did some good for people in a tough spot, since they'll go directly to women who need them. Additionally, this free knitting pattern is an excellent stash buster, as long as you follow the yarn guidelines.

NotesFor this pattern, be sure that the yarn is: DK weight or finer (sport weight preferred), soft, non-wool, and washable. These knockers are placed against sensitive skin, so they need to be soft, washable, and durable. You will also need a stitch marker.

Easy

Knitting Needle Size4 or 3.5 mm, Double-Pointed Knitting Needles (DPNs)

Yarn Weight(2) Fine (23-26 stitches to 4 inches)

Pattern Instructions

This pattern has an outer piece, two transition rows, an inner piece, and an optional nipple. Instructions for all of these are provided below. This pattern is provided for US size 4 needles. Stitch counts and row repeats in parentheses are for size 5 needles.

Outer Piece (Top Side)

Cast on: Cast on 3 sts
Setup Row: kfb every stitch. Stitch count: 6 stitches.
Divide onto 2 DPNs to begin knitting in the round -- 6 stitches, 2 per needle.
Round 1: Across all 3 needles, kfb, k1. Stitch count: 9, 3 per needle.
Round 2: k to last stitch on each needle, m1, k1, place stitch marker to mark needle 1. Stitch count: 12 stitches, 4 per needle.
Cup Sizes and Stitch Counts:

A cup: Repeat round 2 24(18) times, or amount to equal 5” diameter (across). Stitch count: 84(66), 28(22) per needle.

B cup: Repeat round 2 26(20) times, or amount to equal 5.5” diameter (across). Stitch count: 90(72), 30(24) per needle.

C cup: Repeat round 2 30(24) times, or amount to equal 6” diameter (across). Stitch count: 102(84), 34(28) per needle.

D cup: Repeat round 2 32(26) times, or amount to equal 6.5” diameter (across). Stitch count: 108(90), 36(30) per needle.

E cup: Repeat round 2 34(28) times, or amount to equal 7” diameter (across). Stitch count: 114(96), 38(32) per needle.

Transition Rounds

These two rounds help define the edge as you begin to create the back of your knocker.

Purl 2 rounds

Inner Piece (Back Side)

Round 1: k to last 2 sts, k2tog (each needle)
Round 2: ssk, k to last 2 sts, k2tog (each needle)
Repeat rounds 1 and 2 until 12 sts remain, 4 on each needle
Finishing: Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread through remaining sts and leave loose and open for stuffing.
Fill with polyfill (optional; Knitted Knockers will stuff them for you if you leave them empty).

Optional Nipple

Work 4 rows of i-cord. Stretch and twist i-cord tightly and stitch down to create a small nipple.

Abbreviations

kfb: Knit into front and back of stitch

k: Knit

m1: Make one, increase

k2tog: Knit 2 stitches together

ssk: Slip two stitches from left to right as if to knit, then knit them together through the back loops

sts: Stitches

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lynnbean

Dec 27, 2019

LeavThis is the best of the knitted knocker patterns around. As a person who has had a mastectomy, I can assure you that they work really well. I both wear and knit them. I usually use acrylic yarn as it works well, doesn't irritate and dries quickly. I fill with fibrefill, or with shower scrunchee if I want one for swimmers. Thanks to all knitters.e a comment...

lynnbean

Dec 27, 2019

This is the best of the knitted knocker patterns around. As a person who has had a mastectomy, I can assure you that they work really well. I both wear and knit them. I usually use acrylic yarn as it works well, doesn't irritate and dries quickly. I fill with fibrefill, or with shower scrunchee if I want one for swimmers. Thanks to all knitters.

GrandmaSue10

Jun 30, 2018

If you have pain when knitting, set a goal of only so many rows a day. My mom was a crocheter and used this method to ease her arthritis.

RachelAnne

Feb 03, 2017

I love this. I've been doing some knitting for charity recently and looking for a change of pace. Definitely making these next!

mg57

Dec 02, 2016

I just started knitting for this charity! They are great! The Knockers are soft and light, unlike the heavy, sweaty and uncomfortable traditional prosthetics. Their website has more patterns available. I knitted a pair using the straight needle pattern. Easy to knit. Their website lists where you can send them in your state, or you can send them to the Knitted Knockers organization and they will get them to those in need!