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Sock Monkey Central

This lens is dedicated to the beloved sock monkey. A friend of children and adults for decades, the fluff-filled socks are a mix of cute and wierd!


Be sure to check out the monkey videos, monkey attire, and the various internet links I've uncovered.  If you don't own a sock monkey, I've provided links where you can purchase the materials and other links providing instructions. If that's not your thing, you'll find some handsome monkeys waiting for good homes at Amazon and eBay... link also provided for your convenience! Just scroll down and take a look!

Sock Monkey Slipper Socks 

Perfect for a warm winter's night!

Last year my thing was sock monkey slippers, this year it's sock monkey slipper socks! So cool... uh, I mean so warm and so very monkey.

Muk Luks Sock Monkey Slipper Socks

Amazon Price: $16.98 (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

Just what the Dr. ordered for those cold feet. Keep your kids, your spouse, your roommate, and your friends entertained while you go about your day with your toasty warm monkey feet!

Sock Monkey Ski Mask 

Weird or high fashion? Who's to say?

Sock Monkey Ski Mask

Amazon Price: $17.99 (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

This mask cracks me up. I can't decide if it's funny, cute, or scary. lol

Just trying to imagine waking my kids up tomorrow morning wearing this and what kind of reaction I'd get. Probably won't try it, but it's fun to think about.

Sock Monkey Coffee Mug 

Great gift for a coffee loving monkey fan!

Sock Monkey Sculpted Mug Cup

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

A bit of monkey whimsy will surely add to your morning coffee experience. Get a set and throw a hot chocolate party with marshmallows, monkey mugs to go and dress yourself in monkey socks!

Monkey Wear for Little Girls 

Pretty in Pink... and in monkey!

Great monkeywear for toddler girls... get your one-stop shopping done here!

Child's Sock Monkey Ballerina Girl's Costume

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

2nd Birthday Sock Monkeys at Play Pink Shirt

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Monkeywear for Little Boys 

All aboard the monkey express!

Trumpette Krumpettes - Monkey Outfit, 18-24 Months

Amazon Price: $54.99 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Unique Sock Monkey Gifts 

That Darn Yarn

Amazon Price: $7.95 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Valentine Fun Pack (Vp9)

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Notecard Portfolio (PF79)

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Tony Millionaires Sock Monkey Statue

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Magnet Set

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Monkey Baby 

The simplest way to get a real life sock monkey

cute and fun to cuddle... just like the original!

Sock Monkey

Amazon Price: $29.99 (as of 12/21/2009)Buy Now

Funky Monkey Video 

Check out this funky monkey dance... Child Friendly!

Silly and fun.... the way sock monkies should be.
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Spotlight on Sock Monkey Jack in the Box 

What will they think of next?

Cool way to introduce your favorite little tyke to the fascinating world of sock monkeys!

Sock Monkey Jack in the Box

Amazon Price: $17.81 (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

A monkey in the box is such an improvement over Jack... whoever Jack is.

Time to Get Your Monkey! 

More than a stuffed sock...

This monkey dreams of a life outside the warehouse, he wants to go places, meet people and live the life every monkey was meant to live. Won't you free him? Won't you? Come on, you know you want to.

Schylling Sock Monkey

Amazon Price: $17.99 (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

Just too cute to ignore... yes, it's the one and only Sock Monkey, in full form, waiting for a new home. He has it all... looks, personality, charm, and a stunning pair of legs.

Or, maybe Murphy the Sock Monkey is more your style? 

What a colorful personality he has, wouldn't you say?

Murphy the Sock Monkey - 13 in. Blue Stuffed Animal

Amazon Price: $13.95 (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

Unique is his middle name. Perfect fit for any monkey fan who enjoys the more colorful things in life.

Sock Monkey Books 

10 Little Sock Monkeys

Amazon Price: $9.95 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

2010 Sock Monkey Wall Calendar

Amazon Price: $12.59 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Rides Again

Amazon Price: $10.07 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Friends Knock Your Socks Off (Keepsake) (Keepsakes)

Amazon Price: $9.95 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Dreams: Daily Life at the Red Heel Monkey Shelter

Amazon Price: $10.17 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Premium Monkey 

This guy is one of the cutest sock monkey's we've seen, but he's a bit expensive... still, if you love the sock monkey, you'll want to snatch him up!

You can usually find sock monkeys on Amazon and eBay for around $20-$30. Check the other modules on this page for sock monkeys within your price range... if this guy is just too over the top!

Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium Sock Monkey

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

We're spotlighting this guy because, well... he's cute!

Sock Monkey Art 

The very fine art featuring our beloved sock monkey

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International Sock Monkey 

Sock Monkey Goes to Paris

Monkeys have all the fun don't they?
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New Wikipedia 

Sock monkey on Wikipedia

What is a sock monkey anyway?

A sock monkey is a toy made from socks fashioned in the likeness of a monkey. These stuffed animals are a fixture of folk art and kitsch in the culture of the United States and the culture of Canada.

eBay's picks for Sock Monkeys 

Let's see how they do!

Sock Monkey Madness on eBay. So many possibilities... so many monkeys.

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A Forum for Sock Monkey Fans 

Recently updated as the previous link no longer worked. Have fun with your monkey chat!
The Red Heel Message Board
Chat it up about sock monkeys with some fellow enthusiasts!

Make Your Own Sock Monkey Costume! 

Find a complete tutorial through HGTV



Click on the photo to find HGTV's complete set of monkey building costume fun!

Sock Monkey History 

A little history behind the socks

According to Wikipedia the creation of the sock monkey dates back between 1910 and the early 1920's, made then from discarded hosiery... although the type and style isn't stated. The earliest documented sock monkey dates back to 1919.

The traditional red heeled sock monkey we've come to know and love made it's first appearence in 1932 when the Nelson Knitting Company first started creating red healed socks. By the mid-1950's this sock manufacturer began placing sock monkey instructions with every pair of socks sold. The company eventually acquired a design patent for the sock monkey creation and went on to use the doll in their promotional campaigns. In 1992 the Nelson Knitting Company was acquired by Fox River Mills who still manufactures the socks to this day.

The Business of Sock Monkeys 

Hardcover book on the American Sock Monkey...

the history, art, and blossoming buisness of our favorite sock-made friend!

Everything's Coming Up Sock Monkeys: Art, History and Business of the American Sock Monkey

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

Learn everything you could ever possibly want to know about the American Sock Monkey! Book is loaded with artful photos of sock monkeys, sure to please fans of all ages.

Sock Monkey Collectibles 

Tiny Miracles Michael's Monkey

What a cutie! I just found this while surfing the net and knew it had a place on this lens!
Sock Monkey Collectible

Sock Monkey Toddler PJ's! 

These might just be the cutest monkey jammies on the planet.

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Monkey Backpack 

Sock Monkey Back Pack

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

Cute and affordable, it's the sock monkey that goes with your child, and isn't likely to be left behind.

Original Red Heel Socks 

A Monkey is Born! The Sock Monkey's Humble Beginnings.

The original Rockford Red Heel socks from Fox River
Fox River Mills
Find the original socks that started the traditional sock monkey doll here at Fox River!

Sock Monkey Socks 

Get your official sock monkey socks...
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Monkey Socks 

Just love those monkey feet.

Monkey Play Socks

Amazon Price: (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

Sock Guy Sock Monkey 3" Sock

Amazon Price: (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Night Light 

I'm feeling all aglow!

Sock Monkey with Heart Night Lights

Amazon Price: $15.95 (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

Get a monkey night light for your little monkey!

Let the Red Heel Sock Company Teach You How to Make Your Own Monkey! 

The company that started it all...

How to Make Red Heel Sock Monkey

Amazon Price: (as of 12/21/2009)Buy Now

If you're considering making a monkey on your own... either for yourself or a friend, why not buy the book from the company who manufactures the socks?

"If this book is out of stock, try this instead..."

Make Your Own Sock Monkey 

Free Online Tutorials

Bored? Make friends out of your socks!

The book featured above can be hard to track down... if it's not available when you need it, try one of the links below for sock monkey step-by-step tutorials.
Sock Monkey Instructions
A Set of Instructions
Super Sock Monkey
Another Set of Instructions
ClassicMonkey.com
Sock Monkey Kits
diy Network's Sock Monkey Tutorial
Scroll down the page to find a great tutorial with vivid photographs detailing each monkey making step.
Sock Monkey Ministry
This site not only provides great step-by-step instructions on how to create your own sock monkey, but also donates completed monkeys to soldiers, abused and neglected children, and those with special needs or facing unfortunate circumstances.

If you know of someone with a special need or in a bad situation, you can sponsor a monkey from this site, to be sent to that special someone along with a gift card for only $20.

Sock Monkey Craft 

Make a Sock Style Monkey Using Polymer Clay

Clay Sock Monkey
Grab your Premo Sculpey clay and follow the link to this free tutorial!
Sock Monkey Tote & Wallet
Make your own Sock Monkey tote & wallet with this free tutorial

Sock Monkey Madness Festival 

Rock, Sock and Roll

It's all here, it's all good, it's all monkey.

The Midway Village & Museum Center hosted a Sock Monkey Madness Festival earlier this month in Rockford, Illinois. This was the 4th Annual Sock Monkey Festival.

Visit the museum's website and check out their photo gallery for photos of four years of sock monkey madness. By all appearances, these festivals are more fun than a barrel of... well, you know.

Not Your Everyday Monkey 

Non-Traditional Sock Monkeys

Sock monkeys come in all shapes, sizes, and yes... even colors!

Sock Monkey by EverySpoon

I made this sock monkey.

curated content from Flickr

Sock Monkey Room Accents 

Dress up that bedroom for your little monkey!

No sock monkey bedroom or nursey is complete without this adorable sock monkey rug, alarm clock (well maybe not for the nursery) and wall decals!

Midwest Monkey Face Floor Rug

Amazon Price: $69.99 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Alarm Clock [Toy] [Toy] [Toy]

Amazon Price: $13.00 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Classic Sock Monkey Wall Stickers

Amazon Price: $14.99 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Nursery 

Just add your sock monkey and your nursery's complete!

Give your little bundle of joy a unique nursery theme by going the way of the monkey.
Scroll down to the wanna-be monkey's section on this lens and find a few toys for your babies room.

Sock Monkey - 4 Piece Set

Amazon Price: $529.99 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

New Arrivals Cradle Bedding - Sock Monkey

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey - Memoboard

Amazon Price: $99.99 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

New Arrivals Burp Cloths, Sock Monkey

Amazon Price: $28.00 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Hats 

Show your love for the sock monkey as you battle the blustery winter weather.

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Operation Sock Monkey 

A wonderful bunch of volunteers creating monkeys for South African children

Very cool and heartwarming, not to mention some very original looking monkeys!

Visit www.operationsockmonkey.com to sponsor a sock monkey donation!

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Sock Monkey's on Google 

News and postings about your favorite sock-made friends

Sock Monkey Saturday at American Visionary Arts Museum
On December 12, 2009 from 11am to 3pm, the American Visionary Art Museum is hosting Sock Monkey Satu...
The art of fashion
On the sunny side were sugar-plum fat polar bears, birds of dazzling plumage, a sock monkey come to...
Sockin' it to 'em
By Nancy Townsley Delores Gulley holds up a completed sock monkey, one of 96 faux primates being stu...

Sock Monkey... the Chair 

So perfectly formed, so rich in color, so very sockish, so very monkey


Sock Monkey Chair! This masterpiece was found on Flickr.

Monkey Faces on Your Feet 

Warm the heart and feet of a friend with a pair of sock monkey slippers!

Sock Monkey Slippers Infant Sizes 2-3

Amazon Price: $15.95 (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Infant Slippers Size 2-3

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Slippers Adult Size 7/8

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey PJ's for Her 

Sleep Better Dressed in Monkey Gear!

Your sock monkey will think you're the best.

Nick & Nora® Sock Monkey Flannel Pajamas

Amazon Price: (as of 12/22/2009) Buy Now

Multipet Monkey Sock Pal on Sale at Amazon 

Currently only $6.40! Is that one monkey of a deal or what?

Multipet 10-Inch Sock Pal Monkey Plush Dog Toy with Squeakers

Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

Because there's a monkey for every budget.
This cutie is normally $18.99, but you can get it today for only $6.40... what are you waiting for?

Sock Monkey Fabric on eBay 

Make your own monkey apparel, window treatments, blankets and more!

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Other Cool Sock Monkey Sites 

Sock Monkey Fun
A Sock Monkey blog with vivid photos of some very original looking monkeys, including a Mr. T Sock Monkey. You'll also find the traveling Sock Monkey here!
Mayar Drygoods
Sock Monkey Cranky Pants sold here!
Super Sock Monkey
Sock Monkey museum, news, history, and store.
Nate's Sock Monkey Hub
Meet Nate the Sock monkey and follow his travels.
Sock Monkey Greeting Cards
Purchase sock monkey cards from Nostalgic Red-Heel Sock Monkey Lady.
Cia's Palette
Find cool sock monkey print (fabric)
Art Gallery
Sock monkey paintings
Sock Monkey's by Joy
Cute collection of sock monkeys for sale

Great Stuff on eBay 

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Sock Monkey Needs a Home! 

Meet your new best friend.

The Original Sock Monkey - Natural and Tan Color - 18 Inches High

Amazon Price: $18.99 (as of 12/22/2009)Buy Now

Give a monkey to all you're favorite people.

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Schylling Sock Monkey

Amazon Price: $17.99 (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Jack in the Box

Amazon Price: $21.99 (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

Original 20" Sock Monkey

Amazon Price: $19.95 (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

Monkey Wanna-Be's 

Sock Monkey Friends

Give Your Sock Monkey Some Company!

Sock Giraffe Sock Monkey Friend

Amazon Price: (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

Sock Orca

Amazon Price: (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

8" Sock Frog

Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

Sock Monkey Friend Mr. Sock Moose

Amazon Price: (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

Sock Elephant Sock Monkey Friend

Amazon Price: (as of 12/21/2009) Buy Now

Blog Posts About Sock Monkeys 

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