History of the Sock Monkey

I Love Sock Monkey's,

but where did they come from?

  Who thought them up?

and Why?

Traditional Sock Monkey

I am obsessed with these little Sock monkeys.

They are full of personality and fun, plus they are just so stinkin' Cute!

So where did they come from?

Who made them? and  Why?

Great Link on the History of the sock Monkey: Link

How to make a Sock monkey from Real Socks: Link

This is one of the original versions.

 I am loving all the red pom poms.

I am thinking of ordering some these socks and trying to make one,

following these directions.

Sock Monkey items in my Etsy Shop

Please feel free to take a minute and look at all the

cool Sock Monkey Items I have designed.

And if there is something you are looking for, just ask.

I love Custom orders.

"Sock Monkeys Around The House"

I know I am known as a

 "Dog Clothes Crochet Pattern and Dog Clothes Designer"

 ( I am a legend in MY own mind)

 But Lately, I have been asked to create some different

sorts of crochet items, and I have really

 enjoyed the distraction.

This are my latest Collection ----Aren't These Fun!

"Sock Monkeys Around The House"

If you would like the crochet patterns for these here are the Links:

Sock Monkey Small Purse/ Lunch bag: Pattern Link

Sock Monkey Drawstring Purse : Pattern Link

These 6 Pattern are grouped together in a E-Book

Called : "Sock Monkeys Around The House"

Pattern Link

1. Hot Pads, 2. Coasters, 3. toilet paper cover

4. Plastic Bag keeper, 5. Coffee Mug Coat,

6. To Go Cup Coffee Cozy

You can also find all these Crochet Patterns in my

Ravelry Store.

Sock Monkey's Rock!