This classic American sock monkey is affordable, easy to make and a ton of fun for crafters of all ages. You can use the traditional Rockford Red Heel socks or make one with bright colorful socks.

We love the idea of using an old sock to make your own armband with this easy ... Turn your old socks into a stuffed monkey friend that you or your child can appreciate for years to come.

o Make the mouth/nose from the heel of the second sock. Cut it out, stuff it, and sew it onto the “face” of the first sock o Sew the bottom edge to the monkey’s chin. Right sides together ...

Material for clothing small enough for a preemie baby. Directions: Cut socks to make body parts for a monkey, with a red sock heel becoming the monkey’s red lips. Sew or knit hats, sweaters ...

Think beyond the classic sock monkey and turn old stray socks into ... For the younger crowd, this DIY sock bunny rattle from Homemade by Jill could not be cuter. It’s the perfect soft and ...

Easily make monkey tails with pretzel sticks dipped ... adorned with baker’s twine. The sock monkey napkins, cups, plates and tablecloth from my shop were so bright and fun and added so much ...

More Stories to Make You Smile "Sometimes somebody will ... As she says, "We're spreading happiness one sock monkey at a time." ...

The now-closed Nelson Knitting Co. in Rockford created the red-heeled work socks used to make sock monkeys. A sock monkey made by Grace Winget of Rockford in 1951 as a Valentine’s gift for her ...

This classic American sock monkey is affordable, easy to make and a ton of fun for crafters of all ages. You can use the traditional Rockford Red Heel socks or make one with bright colorful socks.