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Best Years own brand soft toys include our bestselling sausage dog toy with stripe jumper, our French Bulldog and our own brand of organic soft toys including organic dinosaur toys
Soft Toys
Dachshunds, or Sausage Dogs, are one of the most popular dogs in the UK. Very cute, feisty and full of character there is no doubt why they are so popular.
If you are looking for sausage dog gifts then our knitted sausage dog toy is suitable from birth so great for kids but also a fab gift for sausage dog lovers.
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Our large teal elephant toy is made from tactile organic cotton.
Part of a range of Scandi toys and perfect for a modern nursery its charming design, tactile organic fabric and contemporary colour makes it a perfect new baby gift.
Our large diplodocus dinosaur toy is made from tactile organic cotton. Soft grey with raised teal spots and mustard spikes.
This gorgeous large diplodocus cuddly dinosaur toy is part of a range of Scandi toys. Perfect for a modern nursery their charming design, tactile organic fabric and contemporary colours makes beautiful new baby gift.
Scandi design toys are characterised by a neutral colour palette and minimalist designs. Scandi toys are made from high quality, natural materials and the focus is on beautiful but practical designs. They are well made and sustainable.
If you are looking for dinosaur toys for toddlers, this grey diplodocus dinosaur teddy may be just the thing.
This charming knitted sausage dog baby rattle is a delightful companion for little hands and curious minds. Dressed in a cosy stripe jumper, the dachshund’s elongated body and floppy ears make it easy to grasp and shake, producing a gentle rattle sound that sparks joy and discovery. Made from soft, baby-safe yarn and stuffed with recycled fill, it’s the perfect blend of whimsy and warmth—ideal for snuggles, giggles, and first adventures. A playful dog toy, ready to wag its way into your baby’s heart..
An ideal gift for a new baby or baby shower gift for the dachshund mad family.
Delicate and dreamy, this sea green seahorse baby soft toy is a gentle underwater friend crafted from 100% organic cotton. With its graceful curves, curled tail, and soothing ocean hue, it’s designed to comfort and captivate. Soft to the touch and safe for snuggles, this eco-conscious sea creature brings a splash of marine magic to playtime—perfect for tiny explorers with a love for the deep blue. This seahorse baby toy makes an ideal new baby gift.
Part of a range of tactile knitted seaside baby toys, these Scandi toys are characterised by their muted colours and minimalist designs, making them ideal for the modern nursery.
These tactile baby gifts are suitable from birth.
This knitted French Bulldog has a timeless feel. With its tactile knit texture and gentle cream hue, it exudes charm and warmth. Featuring a stout little body, soft ears, and a sweet embroidered face, it captures the French bulldog’s signature look in the softest, most huggable form.. Perfect for cuddles, nursery décor, or gifting, this cuddly pup brings cosy character to any setting. Suitable from birth and machine washable, this makes the perfect gift for a toddler or young child or even a bulldog mad adult.
Bright, bold, and irresistibly quirky, this mustard-colored crab soft toy is a cheerful coastal companion made from 100% sustainably sourced organic cotton with recycled polyester fill. With its playful pincers, soft shell body, and stitched friendly smile, it’s designed for both cuddles and creative play. Soft but tactile and safe for tiny hands, this eco-friendly crustacean adds a sunny splash of seaside charm to any toy collection—perfect for little beachcombers with big imaginations.
Part of our Scandi range of soft toys which are characterised by their neutral colours and minimalist designs.
Ollie the organic octopus soft toy with a handy hanging loop is part of our seaside Scandi toy range. Made from knitted organic cotton that is sustainably sourced and stuffed with recycled polyester. Babies and young children love octopus teddy toys as the tentacles are easy to grasp and can act as comforters.
Our Scandi toy range is characterised by its minimalist design and muted colours - ideal for the modern nursery.
Small organic cotton diplodocus dinosaur toy in teal with white spots and spikes. This organic dinosaur teddy is part of a range of Scandi toys from Best Years. Characterised by their minimalist designs and muted colours, these toys are ideal for the modern nursery.
Suitable from birth and machine washable, these make ideal newborn baby toys and baby shower gifts.
This cute seagull soft toy is made from sustainably sourced organic cotton yarn and stuffed with recycled polyester. Ideal if you are looking for an eco soft toy. This sweet cuddly seagull soft toy makes an ideal new baby gift. Part of a range of Scandi toys from Best Years, characterised by their minimalist designs and muted colours. Ideal for the modern nursery.
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Our knitted shark baby rattle in bold stripes makes a fantastic sensory baby toy. The bright stripes and gentle rattle sounds are stimulating for your baby's senses. With its friendly toothy grin and squeezable tummy, this shark is soft enough to cuddle but robust enough for toddler play. Suitable from birth.
Our knitted shark soft toy in bold stripes is sure to delight. Children are often fascinated by sharks and this one is cuddly and tactile. This striking shark is sure to be a big hit. with its eye-catching stripes that give it a vibrant edge. Its wide toothy grin, stripe fins, and squishy belly make it an irresistible companion for adventurous imaginations and cosy cuddle sessions alike. Whether perched on a bed or riding waves in a playroom, this striped shark sea friend brings charm, character, and a splash of fun wherever it goes.
Our popular organic cotton diplodocus dinosaur soft toy in grey with teal spots in a small size. Part of our Scandi range of toys, this small diplodocus dinosaur toy is made from sustainably sourced organic cotton with recycled polyester fill. This dinosaur teddy would make in ideal baby shower gift or newborn baby toy.
This tactile knitted baby toy is suitable from birth and machine washable. An ideal new baby gift or baby shower present.
Moo-ve over ordinary toys—this black and white cow is a cuddly classic with a sustainable soul. Lovingly made from sustainably sourced 100% organic cotton, it features soft knit textures, gentle spots, and a friendly face that’s impossible to resist. Perfect for snuggles, storytelling, and farmyard adventures, this eco-conscious companion is as kind to the planet as it is to your little one.
Snuggly, sweet, this charming pink pig soft toy is made from 100% knitted sustainably sourced organic cotton and filled with recycled polyester. With its rosy hue, floppy ears, and cheerful stitched smile, it’s a gentle companion for cuddles and imaginative play. Soft to the touch and safe for sensitive skin, this eco-friendly piglet brings farmyard fun with a heartwarming twist—perfect for little ones and planet-loving parents alike.
Our horse soft toy is part of our new range of farmyard soft toys. Horses have a long relationship with humans having been domesticated and used for farming, in battles and for carrying people and pulling goods in carts as well as for recreation and sport. Many children grow up with dreams of owning their own pony but for most it remains just a dream. However a horse soft toy is an ideal gift and ours is ideal for imaginative play as well as cuddles. This pony soft toy is made using knitted sustainably sourced organic cotton with a recycled polyester fill.
Drift into dreamy oceans with this serene sea green whale soft toy, made from sustainably sourced 100% organic cotton knit. With its peaceful closed eyes, smooth curves, and calming sea-green hue, it’s the perfect snuggle buddy for nap time and quiet moments. Soft, safe, and sustainably made, this gentle giant brings a splash of tranquility to any nursery—inviting little ones to float into imagination and rest. This tactile baby toy is suitable from birth and machine washable making it an ideal new baby gift.
This knitted puffin soft toy makes an ideal puffin gift for young children and adults alike. Suitable for bird lovers, this plush puffin soft toy has the distinctive large black head with large pale cheeks and brightly coloured bill. Sadly puffins are in decline and are considered a vulnerable species as its breeding population is concentrated on a small number of sites. It is still however one of the commonest seabirds in Northern Europe and is certainly a much loved bird.
Our knitted Highland Cow soft toy in a gorgeous bright stripe jumper has proven to be a best seller in our soft toy range.
Highland cows originated in the Scottish Highlands and the Western Islands with long horns and a long shaggy coat. They are not usually seen in the wilds of Scotland wearing stripey jumpers, though we think it could be a lovely addition. Our adorable Highland cow teddy is perfect for cuddles and imaginative play with its shaggy coat, soft horns and appealing little face beneath a floppy fringe.
Our highland cow knitted baby rattle is sure to delight little ones. With its gentle rattle sound, soft finish and eye catching tactile knitted jumper, this highland cow soft toy will stimulate babies senses and is wonderful to cuddle. This soft and pretty Highland Cow Baby Rattle is simply irresistible. It has lovely soft fur, curled horns, and an appealing face - highland cow teddies do not get much cuter!
This charming knitted sausage dog baby rattle with a tartan cotton coat is a delightful cuddly toy for babies. It is soft, perfect sized for little hands and cuddly, and makes a gentle rattle sound that will delight and engage babies during playtime. With its floppy ears, stitched eyes, and classic tartan pattern, it's both a comforting companion and a sensory toy, making it a perfect gift for a new baby or a baby shower gift.. A delightful gift for any little one with a love for pups and Scotland!
This adorable knitted sausage dog is the perfect companion for any dog lover. The dog is wearing a cozy tartan cotton jumper that is perfect for keeping it warm on chilly days. The jumper has a classic blue and green tartan pattern that looks great on the dog’s brown fur. With its floppy ears, a wag-worthy tail, and embroidered details that bring its sweet expression to life, this knitted sausage dog is a great gift for anyone who loves dogs or knitting. A perfect cuddle companion for children and a delightful decorative piece for dog lovers of all ages. Irresistibly huggable and full of character!
This organic knitted crocodile is a charming soft toy. Made using eco-friendly materials namely sustainably sourced organic cotton and recycled polyester fill, this adorable crocodile teddy is designed to delight. Its green color and playful design make it an ideal companion for children. Whether snuggled up for a nap or used as a decorative cushion or for imaginative play, the knitted crocodile teddy adds a touch of the tropics to any space.
Meet Draig the dragon soft toy. This mighty dragon is more than a toy; it’s a guardian of bedtime stories, a confidant during stormy nights, and a symbol of creativity spun from love. Whether perched on a shelf or nestled under a child’s arm, the knitted red dragon toy whispers secrets of magic and wonder. Dragons are the stuff of myths and fairy tales and this dragon soft toy brings will bring those stories to life - all that is needed is imagination.



