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How to choose a giant stuffed animal

A giant stuffed animal stays with you for years. Size, materials, how it’s made, care: here are the four questions to ask before choosing, and our honest answers.

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In short

4 questions
to ask

  1. Where will it live? Measure the space: a giant model is 130 to 160 cm.
  2. Who is it for? Baby, child or adult: every BigStuffed animal is suitable from birth.
  3. Which material? Cotton, faux fur or velvet.
  4. How do you look after it? Check it can go in the machine.
Size guide

Which size
for what

Giant (130 to 160 cm)

For the wow effect and for decor: the Starfish (160 cm long), the Giant Whale (150 cm), the Giant Octopus (140 cm tall), the Crab (130 cm). See all our giant stuffed animals.

Big (42 to 90 cm)

The most versatile: the Octopus and the Dinosaur (90 cm), the Crocodile (90 cm), the Whale (83 cm), the Manatee (60 cm).

Mini (23 to 44 cm)

To take everywhere: from the Mini Elephant (23 cm) to the Mini Crocodile (44 cm). See all our minis.

Materials and making

What makes
the difference

Materials

Depending on the model: cotton, faux fur or red velvet. For example, the Whale: top 85% cotton and 15% polyester, bottom 100% polyester faux fur.

How it’s made

You can tell a handmade stuffed animal by its seams and by how it holds up over time. Ours are designed in Paris and handmade in Europe.

Safety

Designed in Paris and handmade in Europe, every BigStuffed animal is tested to European toy safety standards, with strong seams and safety eyes. Suitable from birth.

Our picks

One model
per size

To compare at a glance, from giant to mini.

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Care

Washable,
for real

By hand, or in the machine on a delicate cycle, with a mild detergent and no bleach. Then let it air dry.

Your order ships within 1 to 3 business days. Delivery then takes 2 to 14 days depending on the country.

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Frequently asked questions

Your questions

What’s the difference between a giant and a big stuffed animal?

At BigStuffed, Giant means our biggest models (130 to 160 cm). Big models are 42 to 90 cm.

Why does a handmade stuffed animal cost more?

It takes more time to make and better materials. In return, it lasts for years.

Can a giant stuffed animal go in the washing machine?

By hand, or in the machine on a delicate cycle, with a mild detergent and no bleach. Then let it air dry.

From what age?

Designed in Paris and handmade in Europe, every BigStuffed animal is tested to European toy safety standards, with strong seams and safety eyes. Suitable from birth.

Can I return it?

Yes, within 45 days of delivery.

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