Plushies & soft toys

Plushies: loyal friends, lucky charms and mementos

They are playmates, familiar companions, loyal friends and mementos: Plushies are definitely more than “just” toys for children. Because plushies can give children a sense of security, give them a bit of safety and accompany them through various stages of development. They symbolise childhood in a way that hardly any other toy does, and accordingly, they quite rightly have a firm place in the hearts – and rooms – of all children. 

Why are plushies so important for the development of our children?

How is it that animals made of textiles are among the most popular and best-selling toys of all? Well, it's certainly also due to the educational value of plushies. From an educational perspective, children benefit in many ways from handling soft toys:

Promotion of social skills

Above all, playing with a plushie addresses children's social skills. By taking care of their plushie, kids practice putting themselves in the shoes of others, respecting the needs of others and taking responsibility playfully. When they play with the toys together with their peers, there is also a lot of educational interpersonal interaction and communication.

Promotion of emotional competences

Moreover, stuffed animals promote your child's emotional competencies. In situations that cause insecurity, anger or sadness, cuddly toys help to deal with the emotions in an age-appropriate way and to gradually cope with them more and more independently. And the plushies can also be a valuable support when weaning from parents – a process that every child goes through.

Promoting creativity

There are no limits to creativity and imagination when playing with plushies. Your child can think up scenarios and act them out with the animals. They are not bound to the pillars of reality, so they can try things out completely freely. 

Sensory training

Furthermore, cuddly toys are a wonderful toy for sensory training. With them, your child gets to know different haptic, optical and olfactory impressions and trains its perception accordingly.

This is why adults can also benefit from soft toys

Anyone who thinks that stuffed animals are something only children can do something with is very much mistaken. In fact, many adults have extremely positive experiences with stuffed animals and no longer want to do without them in their everyday lives.

Comforter

It may seem a little childish at first, but there is no denying that holding and squeezing stuffed animals is comforting. The softness, warmth, and familiarity that the products convey also have a comforting effect on adults – if they can get involved.

Lucky charm

Plushies for adults are particularly popular as lucky charms. Depending on their size, they can easily be taken everywhere and thus stand by you in critical situations in your life.

Mementos

As already mentioned, cuddly toys are often valuable mementos. Perhaps you still have a cuddly toy from your childhood that you would never throw away. The memories attached to cuddly animals are typically not worth the money.

Warmth

When you press a plushie against you, stroke and hug it, you will feel a sense of closeness and connection. Accordingly, stuffed animals can also help in moments of loneliness.

Sleep aid

Cuddly animals are just made for the job of falling asleep. Their mere presence can make it easier for you to find peace and fall asleep.

Gift

Fabric animals also cut a good figure as gifts. If you know the interests and preferences of the gift recipient, you can select a plush animal that fits perfectly – an original idea!

From what age are plushies suitable?

The variety of cuddly toys available today ensures that children of all ages will find a plush friend to cuddle. For babies, stuffed animals that guide them to sleep with soothing music, cuddle cloths and plush rattles are excellent. Toddlers are happy to have their favourite plushie and are particularly enthusiastic about interactive plushies. For older kids and teenagers, on the other hand, cuddly toys matching their personal favourite film are a good idea. You see: There is something for everyone in the big world of soft toys!

What should you look for when buying stuffed animals?

To find the perfect cuddly toy for you or your child, you should pay attention to the following aspects:

Properties

Make sure you find out about the basic features of your favourite products. This includes the size and weight, but also any additional functions that may be available, such as musical features. If such functions are available, you should obtain information on the required batteries. 

Design & material

The stuffed animal of your choice should first be appealing. In addition, you should attach importance to high-quality materials that have been cleanly processed. These aspects influence the longevity of the product.

Cleaning

Not all textile toys are washable. So take a look at the manufacturer's washing and care instructions beforehand. 

Pollutant-free

Since the cuddly toys come into contact with your child's skin, they should be free of harmful substances. This way, you can let your child cuddle with his or her little animal with a clear conscience.

Washing and care: How to keep cuddly toys beautiful for a long time

Hygiene is the top priority for toys that are used every day, often worn close to the body or even taken to bed. That's why plushies should be washed regularly. You can find out whether a plushie should be washed in a washing machine or manually from the care label.

Some products cannot be washed at all – neither in the machine nor by hand. This is especially true for products with grain filling or electronic components. These can nevertheless be well cared for. To achieve this, you can carefully remove dust deposits with a hoover and carefully rub off any stains with a little mild soap and a damp cloth.

Discover the unique Simba cuddly toys

At Simba, we aim to provide every child and adult with the ideal cuddly friend to match their personal preferences. Our colourful plushies & cuddly toys are divided into these categories:

Rattles

Our fabric rattles are designed for the smallest plush fans. Suitable for babies from the first month of life, they invite you to grasp them and enchant you with their sugar-sweet designs.

Cuddle cloths

Snuggle and cuddle cloths can also be used by babies and are part of the package in the cot and pram. They are made of particularly soft, cuddly fabrics that nestle softly against a child's delicate skin.

Interactive soft toys

With interactive cuddly toys, things go round and round! These are exceptional products that stand out because of their special functions. For example, they can crawl, make sounds or perform simple movements.

Reversible plushies

Turn one into two! The Simba reversible plushies are little quick-change artists. In just a few steps, the ladybird becomes a bee, for example, or Mickey Mouse turns into Minnie Mouse.

Musical soft toys

The musical clocks in the shape of cuddly soft animals play soothing lullabies. They combine the function of a conventional music box with the sweet look and pleasant feel of a soft toy.

Plush pillows

Our soft plush pillows gently and safely bed tired children's heads – and look as cute as can be.

Dogs

Your child loves dogs? Then you shouldn't miss out on our soft toy dogs. Discover the Disney Super Soft Dalmatian puppy, the curly CCL Teacup Poodle Puppy dog and many more four-legged friends made of fabric.

Unicorns

Are you a fantasy-lover? The Simba unicorn soft toys have plenty of it and take your child into the world of mythical creatures.

Bats

Maybe you have not yet made the acquaintance of the adorable bat Fidi. She is the star of a famous German kids show. Get to know the little plushie Fidi in the bat category. Here you will find Fidi in different designs for the children's room.

Pigs

If you browse through our soft toy pigs, you will come across numerous Peppa Pig pigs to love. The selection is large: from Peppa Ballerina to Peppa the Mermaid, everything is represented.

Bunny

Cuddly rabbits are especially popular at Easter time! Visit the product category plushie bunnies and let yourself be inspired by long-eared rabbits.

Cats

If cats are your child's favourite animal, you'll find what you're looking for with the Simba plush cats. Soft velvet paws to cuddle await you here.

Teddy bears

Is your child interested in bears? Then we would like to introduce you to our teddy bears in classic and more unusual designs.

Elephants

Big ears, long trunks and trusting eyes: Teddy elephants from Simba know exactly how to win over a child’s heart.

Disney soft toys

Our selection of Disney soft toys includes the stars from the best-known and most popular Disney films. With Elsa, Thumper, or Lady, you can bring a bit of Disney magic into your child's room instantly – simply magical!

Lions

Does your child want a lion by their side to protect them? Our plush lions can neither roar nor bite, but they are loyal friends you can rely on. 

Figures

Our diverse soft toy figures pick up characters from well-known games and series. They include Patrick Star, Super Mario and Princess Peach – an extremely colourful bunch.

Conclusion: plushies from Simba: the right companion for everyone

Cuddly toys are companions that not only bring joy to children and adults, but also convey safety and security. The massive selection of products that you will find at Simba is made up of a wide variety of soft toys that have one thing in common: their excellent quality. We also attach great importance to loving design with countless details. This is how we create exceptional plushies that become real friends.

If you would like to find out more about Simba products, you should take a look at our homepage. It has a number of inspiring product categories – from crafting & painting to outdoor toys and musical toys.