Non-Boring Valentine’s Day Stuffed Animals, From Jellycat to Djungelskog
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Along withcandyandflowers, a cuddly teddy bear is one of the most classicValentine’s Day gifts. But a traditional bear is far from the only stuffed animal worth gifting to your beloved — whether it’s for a partner, best friend, kid, or anyone else you hold dear. Below, I’ve rounded up all the sweetest, weirdest, and most lovey-dovey plushies I could find that would make great gifts this Valentine’s Day.
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A beautiful bouquet that will never die.
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An anatomically correct heart says “I love you”and“I understand your sense of humor.”
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I’ve long been a fan of theweighted plushesfrom Target’s in-house Pillowfort line, and this elongated version is newer for the brand; the beret-wearing kitty is especially adorable.Miaou!
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I’m equally charmed by thispetit chien, from the same collection.
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Or go big with an extra-large weighted cat plushie.
Much of Jellycat’sValentine’s Day collectionis already sold out, but I quite like these pastry-themed Amusables plushies. You could pair one with the actually edible version of the pastry (or any pastry, really) for a particularly sweet gift.
If you aren’t on a Jellycat-friendly budget, these treat-shaped plushies from Aurora are adorable and more affordable.
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For a different take on food-as-plushies, here’s a Squishmallows stack of Pink Ombré Pancakes.
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A classic box of Valentine’s Day chocolates, plushified.
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This little pink cow Squishmallow is scented with the sweet aroma of strawberry milk.
Or here’s a plush version of their favorite food, paired with a box of gummy candies.
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This little otter comes with a heart-shaped voice recorder so you can gift it with a special message. Place the heart into a pouch on the back of the stuffed animal, and then it can play the recording when pressed. It also comes with a couple of books about love.
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This Pusheen plushie is shaped more like a throw pillow than a basic stuffed animal and would sit nicely on a bed or couch. Pair it with thematching slippersfor an extra-cutegift for a cat lover.
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Textured corduroy gives Miffy a distinctive look, and the pink shade is on theme for Valentine’s Day. (There’s also akeychain version, if they‘re intobag charms.)
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I also quite like this fluffy pink duck from French stuffed-animal maker Dou Dou et Compagnie. (Coin coinis the French version of “Quack quack.”) It comes in two sizes, 8.7 inches and 11 inches.
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You can find stuffed Snoopys anywhere, from CVS to the Hallmark store. Warmies’ heatable Snoopy — with a red heart for holiday flair — feels more thoughtful. There’s also a very appealingWoodstock holding a love letter.
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These Warmies conversation hearts are inspired by the classic Sweethearts candy and come with a variety of messages on them, like “Ur Sweet” and “XOXO.”
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This Cupid heart would look so sweet sitting on a desk or bedside table.
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These rotund little critters from Aurora are called Spudsters for their potatolike shape.
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This bunny in a berry suit is perfect for someone who is “berry” sweet to you.
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This pudgy anthropomorphic rose is undeniably endearing.
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Hello Kitty and Friends 14-inch Ultra-Premier Limited Edition Collector Series Plush Bouquet
For the Hello Kitty fan, why not a “bouquet” featuring plush versions of their favorite characters?
You can also get stuffy bouquets featuring characters fromBluey,SpongeBob, and the Squishmallows universe.
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If the Hello Kitty bouquet above is too spendy, Sanrio also makes single flowers with different characters’ faces on them. I’d be delighted to receive this Cinnamoroll flower.
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A stylish heart sweater elevates this classic teddy bear.
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I also like this version with an elegant oversize bow.
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But if youdowant to go the “giant bear” route … it’s gotta be the Djungelskog.
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