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Gosh… I am supposed to sew some thing for the Earth Month this April, but I can’t wait to sew these sock monkeys. My hands simply took over my head and see what I did after a few days and nights of sewing…. a house full of sock monkeys!!!! Do you love them?
I have seen a lot of sock monkey photos hanging around friends’ photo albums in many photo sharing websites, so envy. These sock monkeys are so cute and so adorable that I would want to hug one, I bet my kids would love to have them to accompany too when mommy is busy with works. Therefore, I went out to shop for some socks thinking that may be 4 to 5 pairs should be enough, I ended up with 20 pairs of colorful socks, simply can’t resist for not buying 
. I made a few prototypes and showed them to my parents, siblings and their families during a dinner. Now, everyone wants one from me…. ha ha ha… Seeing their positive responses, I am certain that you will want one too 
…. After a few researches and findings, here is my version of sock monkey. Though it may looks a bit different from the popular vintage sock monkey of Red-Heel that comes with a red lip but it is surely as lovely.
With different sizes of socks, I made the sock monkey out of a family, from baby, toddlers, teens to adult. 3rd picture in the above album shows the family photo of the sock monkey, from daddy, mommy, sister, brother, triplet toddlers, and a baby. Not forgetting a brown sock monkey, the photographer who took this family photo that can do yoga. The sister (in purple stripes) who has magnets on her limbs are good in exercise and can be hung on any metal surface. Click next on the above photo album to see them all.
The siblings are indeed loving each other, not only they are huggy to human, but they also hug each other, like this one.
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loves it!
Thank you for your pattern! I bought the “red soks” a while ago to make the monkey, but was a bit afraid even to start – your directions will help a lot! Our grandma had a “red sok” money on her couch always! It is a fond memory! Wanted to make one for our exchange christmas present to bring back memories of grandma and grandpa! Thanks again!
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Aww, your monkeys are so CUTE!! I love your colorful rendition!
Thanks, Grandma G
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Lindos!!!!
Adorable!
I can’t wait to go out and buy a pair of socks and make my own monkeys… thanks for the tutorial…
I deff. love your Sock Monkeys’ better than the original. I wanted to make them, but was put off by the color.
These are adorable!!!! Would you consider selling one or two? I’m no good with sewing and these are the cutest I’ve seen
Wow, these are adorable! Love the details, they make all the difference. Great job!
Where did you buy the gray, yellow and white sock? He’s just adorable!!
Hi Kay, I bought it from the local department store (men department). If you are in Malaysia, you can get it from Aeon Jusco.
I am in the US. Would you ever sell a gray and yellow monkey?
Sorry, Kay
Wow! Super cute!!! Do you think this project could be completed by hand by someone with no sewing experience? I just want one so bad!!!
It could be difficult with zero sewing skill, but who knows, may be you have the hidden talent in you. Give it a try, may be the first piece won’t look perfect, but practice makes perfect, you can make a pretty one too. Just don’t give up!!!
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These are the cutest sock monkeys I have ever seen!
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Hi, we feature together in an article today. We are The Great Sock Monkey Challenge and we are referring people here for your tutorial. Is that ok. I love how clear your pictures are and you have neat finishes. x Check us out, we’re on Facebook. Let me know if this causes any issues. Thank you for this amazing tutorial. x
What if we can’t sew. Can we buy one from you?
Hi Cassie, sorry, I don’t make to sell, I only design, create and develop pattern and tutorials. Perhaps someone who can sew can make it for you.
These are absolutely the best-looking sock monkeys I have seen, and the tutorial is extremely clear and easy to follow! I am so inspired, I went to Target and bought a bunch of socks to make for my daughter’s birthday party as favors. Can’t wait to make them & take the pics. I never would have thought I could do this w/o the excellent instruction–thanks!
Do show us your sock monkeys, yay
Can’t wait too!!!
I am going crazy looking for socks to make quite a few for my daughters first birthday! Do you know where I can get some socks?
I shopped all over the places that sell socks locally, from specialty shops to departmental shops. Wish you best of luck in getting some of your favorites soon.
Nicole–Lots of cute socks at Target, esp. in the children’s section (as opposed to the hosiery section). Many are knee socks, but that just means longer arms & legs. On sale last week, $2 a piece (in Virginia).
Thanks, DaisyCat, for the great deal info!!!! $2 is such a good price to grab
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And here I thought I would make lots of these for gifts! I cannot sew stretch fabric. Three times the sock got sucked into the machine.
Any good websites with tutorials for beginners like me …. ha only been sewing for almost 40 years, just not stretch :{
Love your website, love your sock monkeys!
Did you cut the sock before sewing? Please cut it after sewing and not before.
I am using just ordinary electrical sewing machine and doesn’t seems to have this problem even with knitted fabrics. I used to have problem 30 years ago when trying to sew a knitted fabric, the seams were stretched and create wavy joint, but 30 years now with a different sewing machine, I don’t have this problem anymore.
Guess that it could be something to do with the tension, please adjust the tension and use a scrap sock to try before the actual sewing.
Thank you very much for the instructions and pattern monkey,I bought yesterday six socks pairs kids.I will make for gifts carity in this christma’syear
That’s so kind of you to make some for the good cause
Hey i am planning on making these adorable sock monkeys but i cant seem to find colorful crew socks.. were did u get yours
I got them from sock shops and departmental shop, no particular brand…. wish you best of luck to find some nice colorful socks
I like it. I’ve sew Sock Monkey. WUizzz.. I did it. Nice… (You can look it @ my facebook, I’ve uploaded the picture). Thank you for sharing your idea n pattern. Be blessed!
I saw your sock monkey, so cute. Great job done, Jenny!!!!
Beautiful work – thank you for sharing. I did make a traditional sock monkey – so much fun. The socks you chose are so nice! Could you please provide info about the striped socks (especially the white/yellow/grey)? The manufacturer, and maybe the store name that you purchased from, regardless of the country? I am ‘challenged’ when trying to find the appropriate socks to use. Thank you for your help
Hi Helen, it is from a local shoe brand, I think the name is Larrie. I am not sure if you can get it outside Malaysia. Good luck and happy sewing!!!
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Love these, I have been wanting to make these but was not sure how to do it. Thank you for the free instructions.
I love sock monkey’s. Your blog is great! I have been wanting to jump in and make one. Have all the stuff just was afraid to tackle it. Your instructions make it look a lot easier to make. Hopefully I will get some made for presents this year at Christmas. Thank you!
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Thanks for the tutorial! I made one out of a knee length sock following your instructions (except I gave my monkey nostrils by making french knots) http://cassiadawn.blogspot.ca/2012/07/just-monkeying-around.html
Ahhh… it is so cute
I hope you will make some again!!!
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i’m have been scouring the web for hours looking for the yellow, gray, and white striped socks! does anyone know where to find them? or something very similar? help please!
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Thanks for the fab pattern. Bought a job lot of cheap socks 5 for £4 and am making a load for our school fair. My only worry is I won’t be able to make enough to satisfy the demand. They look fab finished.
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Your tutorial was great! Thanks so much!. I love how my sock monkey turned out.
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Cute
I loved this monkey pattern when I first saw it. I have made 2 so far and I am on my 3rd. I like to re use and recyclye where possible.I have used old odd but coordinating socks so my monkey has a stripey body and plain arms tail etc. I also chop up old holey or unco-ordinating socks for stuffing.
However, primark shops in the uk sell 5 or 6 pairs of stripey socks for £4.00. If this helps any one.
For those looking for socks. I was able to find some cool strip socks at Five Below stores. The were knee highs, 3/5.00. Lime green and grey, purple and grey, pink and grey and more. Good luck. Trying to make my first monkey now.
very cool! i wasn’t expecting it to look as amazing as it does! that could easily be a legitimate gift
Hi Joanne, I want to thank you for such wonderful instructions, I used your SOCK MONKEY guide with my students and they enjoyed it immensely and so did I. Congratulations on a lovely site!! read you soon, Alexandra
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Hello craft passion, I want to make one like yours but I don’t know where to buy the socks. Can you help me buy one like yous.
Mayabe I’m missing something, but after you fold and baste the nose, the sew it on, do you take out the basting stitch? Or should I be sewing it on at the bating stitch so you don’t see it?? Help! Thank you!
Sara
Oh, I didn’t put it down clear enough, sorry. You should take out the baste stitches.