Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Sock Monkey Kit Review & Giveaway (2 Winners)





 I have always thought sock monkeys were the cutest things.  It seems like the characters on the TV always have them, and I love that commercial where the sock monkey comes to life and drives off in the family car. But as much as I love sock monkeys, I have never been able to find one in the stores. Well now, thanks to SockMonkey.net, I don't need to buy a pre-made sock monkey, because I can make one on my own with their fun and easy Sock Monkey Kits.






For our review, we received the Deluxe Sock Monkey Kit which came with everything we needed including 2 socks, stuffing, needle and thread, ribbon, and buttons.  Making your sock monkey is simple and fun. I did this fun craft with my oldest daughter. She is eleven and was able to do the majority of the project herself. I did have to help you out a little. There are 16 steps in the process, and we were able to complete them in just a few hours while we watched a movie. If you have a sewing machine, it will be even easier. Younger children would probably need more help, but making a sock monkey is definitely an exciting project and a great way to spend some quality time with your kids.




When we were all done, we had an adorable classic sock monkey. My daughter is saving hers to give to her little sister on her birthday, and I know the baby will love it all the more because her sister made it with love. You can get a sock monkey kit of your own on the sock monkey website. Prices start as low as $13 for the budget set and the deluxe set is only $22.  With summer creeping up on us, this would be a wonderful craft to have around for rainy days when you're stuck at home with antsy kids. So check them out and get your Sock Monkeys today.



Two lucky winners are each going to receive a Budget Sock Monkey Kit so they can make a sock monkey of their own. To enter, just visit Sock Monkey.net and tell me something you learned. For additional entries, you can do any of the following, but you must complete this initial entry first. Any entries that do not follow these guidelines will be deleted.

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This giveaway will end at midnight on  5/15/11 and is open to the continental US only. The winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Thanks again to Sock Monkey for offering this great prize!


***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way.  Please note that I  am not responsible for the delivery of this prize and can not be held accountable if, for any reason, is it not received. Furthermore, I am in no way liable for any injuries that may result from the use or misuse of this product. ***

217 comments:

Diane said...

The vintage Sock Monkeys were made from Nelson socks which are difficult to find now a days. So cute , I have to make some !

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I like socky from Japan, I learned he has pals all around the world.
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Kari said...

They have free patterns on their site :)

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Amy V said...

I didn't know there were so many varieties--including SockLady Sock monkeys!

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•´.¸¸.•¨¯`♥.Erin.♥´¯¨•.¸¸.´• said...

*chuckle* I learned that the only three things that I need to provide to use this kit are scissors, a sewing machine, and my hands :D
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Kristen said...

I love the colorful ones!

I learned that they also have free patterns on their site.

Michele said...

I learned that if you have a vintage red heel sock, the white toe section is longer so your monkey will have a white face
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Unknown said...

I learned that the True Vintage Sock Monkey pattern was released in 1920. Sock monkeys are just too cute!

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MOMFOREVERANDEVER said...

love the socklady

Lim said...

The 20's pattern has a longer tail. The 70's pattern's tail is shorter and curved because it uses the toe.

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mogrill said...

I learned the original ones were made from Nelson socks which are hard to find.
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I learned that this is a pretty cool company! They have a page that lists all of the other sites that sell sock monkeys, too, for those looking for custom orders.
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This kit provides everything we'll need to make a monkey (other than scissors and a sewing machine).

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pitufas_021 said...

Sock Monkey Knitted Hat pattern- for people who want to look like monkeys. Become a sock monkey! (?)

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I learned that Urban Outfitters has chosen SockMonkey.net to provide Sock Monkey Kits to their customers.
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I learned that you can get free sock monkey patterns right on their site. I like the sock monkey knitted hat but I'll have to ask my sister if she would make it because she can knit. :-)

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The true vintage pattern was released around 1920 and is still used today. The vintage pattern is most easily recognized by a long tail.

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