Sock Monkey Central
I'll warn you now... this lens was mainly created for my own amusement and some of these photos are just plain crazy, there's no two ways about it! Be sure to check out the monkey videos, the sock monkey dresses, 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!
Got Monkey Will Travel
Sock Monkey Adventures as Posted on Flickr
Spotlight on Sock Monkey Jack in the Box
What will they think of next?
Sock Monkey Jack in the Box
Amazon Price: $16.27 (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
A monkey in the box is such an improvement over Jack... whoever Jack is.
International Sock Monkey
Sock Monkey Goes to Paris
Monkey Baby
The simplest way to get a real life sock monkey
Monkeywear
Weird or High Fashion? Who's to Say?
Listen to the Monkey....

Why it's better to shop online

It's too cold, it's too hot, you can't afford the gas, the baby doesn't like his carseat, you might run over a nail on the way to a mall or fall into a big hole while walking across the parking lot, the dog ate the strap on your purse and you can't be seen in public... only solution is to shop online!
Time to Get Your Monkey!
More than a stuffed sock...
Schylling Sock Monkey
Amazon Price: $13.13 (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
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?
Murphy the Sock Monkey - 13 in. Blue Stuffed Animal
Amazon Price: $14.95 (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
Unique is his middle name. Perfect fit for any monkey fan who enjoys the more colorful things in life.
Sock Monkey Art
The very fine art featuring our beloved sock monkey
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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 and 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.
Sock Monkey Books
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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- The Red Heel Message Board
- Chat it up about sock monkeys with some fellow enthusiasts!
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...
Everything's Coming Up Sock Monkeys: Art, History and Business of the American Sock Monkey
Amazon Price: $34.95 (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
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.
Toddler Monkey Shirts for Winter Warmth & Fun
Oooohh in So Many Purety Colors!
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
Monkey Socks
Just love those monkey feet.
Monkey Backpack
Sock Monkey Backpack
Amazon Price: $13.50 (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
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
The sock that started the dolls!
- Fox River Mills
- Find the original socks that started the traditional sock monkey doll here at Fox River!
Sock Monkey Socks
Let the Red Heel Sock Company Teach You How to Make Your Own Monkey!
The company that started it all...
How to Make the Original Red Heel Sock Monkey and Other Toys
Amazon Price: (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
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
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... the Chair
So perfectly formed, so rich in color, so very sockish, so very monkey
Sock Monkey Madness Festival
Rock, Sock and Roll
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!
Great Stuff on CafePress
Ok, This is Weird
Sock Monkey Hats
Show your love for the sock monkey as you battle the blustery winter weather.
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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: $189.99 (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
We're spotlighting this guy because, well... he's cute!
Sock Monkey Commercial
A little sock monkey madness set to music
Sock Monkey's on Google
News and postings about your favorite sock-made friends
- Monkey See. Monkey Do. A Hillsboro artist creates traditional
- By JoAnn Boatwright A childhood best friend - a sock monkey named JoJo - has inspired Hillsboro phot...
- Scary Crafty Fashion: The Scandalous Sock Monkey Dress
- by Fashion Finds Sock Monkeys, for whatever reason, are a trend that has sprung many variations of p...
- Street Players ramps up Gummy Bears program
- More recently, the company looked to reinvigorate the sock monkey's appeal with its Max the Sock...
Sock Monkey Nursery
Just add your sock monkey and your nursery's complete!
Scroll down to the wanna-be monkey's section on this lens and find a few toys for your babies room.
Operation Sock Monkey
A wonderful bunch of volunteers creating monkeys for South African children
Visit www.operationsockmonkey.com to sponsor a sock monkey donation!
Monkey Faces on Your Feet
Sock Monkey PJ's for Her
Sleep Better Dressed in Monkey Gear!
Sock Monkeys on Ebay
Don't have time to make a monkey? Why not buy one?
Find crafters who make sock monkeys!
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Multipet Sock Pal Monkey Plush Dog Toy with Squeakers 10"
Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
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!
Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand byOther 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
Make Your Own Sock Monkey Costume!
Find a complete tutorial through HGTV
New Amazon Standard
Monkey Wanna-Be's
Sock Monkey Friends
Frosted Monkeys
Why not have a sock monkey themed party?
Gotta love a cake shaped like a monkey!
We only wish we could find more cake photos... if you have one, please share with us!
Great Stuff on CafePress
Blog Posts About Sock Monkeys
- *Camp Sock Monkey*: Nick & Nora Sock Monkey Summer Pajamas
- Camp Sock Monkey blogs about the wonderful, wacky, whimsical world of Sock Monkeys. Discover the his...
- Existential Sock Monkey » A Fond Farewell to Ashevegas….
- I think Mom's bag was the best, because it had a great big sock monkey on it!! Jana also gave Mom a...
- Scary Crafty Fashion: The Scandalous Sock Monkey Dress
- Sock Monkeys, for whatever reason, are a trend that has sprung many variations of products, and fina...
Reader Feedback
italianheart92 wrote...
Wow you have an awesome lens here! Great job I give it 5 stars! :)
Tiddledeewinks wrote...
I never knew there was a sock monkey jack-in-the-box,cute!See the sock monkey I made for my son's birthday at my lensography> www.squidoo.com/Jeannie-aka-Tiddledeewinks
fightingfatigue wrote...
Hi! What a unique Lens to create! I enjoyed looking through all of your information!
TheFitDoc wrote...
I love the traveling monkey photos! Awesome idea!! Great lens!
Barkely wrote...
You bring back warm childhood memories, of friends and sleepovers. My best friend had one of these growing up. I saw your link on WAHM and I thought I'd stop by.
Sock Monkey Night Light
I'm feeling all aglow!
Sock Monkey Night Light
Amazon Price: $14.95 (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
Get a monkey night light for your little monkey!
Sock Monkey Needs a Home!
The Original Sock Monkey - Natural and Tan Color - 18 Inches High
Amazon Price: $16.95 (as of 07/11/2009)![]()
Give a monkey to all you're favorite people.







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