Famous literary classics, lovingly brought to life!
Rainbow Designs says classic characters are the heart of its business – and looking at these wonderful pieces, it’s hard to disagree!
From Paddington to Winnie-the-Pooh, and from Peter Rabbit to The Very Hungry Caterpillar, if you’ve read about these iconic creatures then there’s a very good chance Rainbow Designs has a beautiful toy version available that you can call your very own.
Based on the South Coast and calling on a wealth of experience in the industry dating back to the 1970s, we are proud and delighted to stock Rainbow Designs’ fabulous toys here in our little shop!
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By Rainbow Designs Yawn! Bagpuss is feeling very sleepy. This beautiful toy is inspired by everyone's favourite pink stripy cat, made famous in his own children's TV show from the 1970's. Squeeze his cuddly head and Bagpuss makes his trademark yawning noise, while his soft body is great for snuggling up to. Suitable from: Birth Size: D 18cm x W 44cm x H 22cm
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By Rainbow Designs This well-travelled bear from deepest, darkest Peru would love to live with you! The Large Classic Paddington with Boots and Suitcase is the most iconic of Paddington characters and is the ultimate gift for a Paddington enthusiast or collector. This 33cm standing plush Paddington Bear offers the complete Paddington experience; fans will adore the exceptional attention to detail and high quality finish. Paddington wears his renowned duffle coat, in super soft lined fabric, with real toggles, a battered red felt bush hat and 'real' shiny red wellington boots. The iconic Large Classic Paddington with Boots and Suitcase also features a suedette 'Please look after this bear. Thank you' tag around his neck and a gift tag featuring Peggy Fortnum's unmistakable illustrations. Who could forget that amazing moment at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee when she had tea with Paddington and we discovered that she too kept marmalade sandwiches in her handbag! Suitable from: 10 months Size: 23cm (D) x 14cm (W) x 34cm (H)
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By Rainbow Designs Raise a toast - and a marmalade sandwich - to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Michael Bond's first storybook starring everyone's favourite bear. The Large Cuddly Paddington with Scarf has been inspired by the beautiful Peggy Fortnum illustrations. These artworks are synonymous with the original Paddington books that portray Paddington in his lined duffel coat and his battered old bush hat. This stunning, premium quality, nostalgic Paddington Bear been created specially to commemorate the momentous 60th occasion and features the distinctive anniversary artwork, along with a beautiful checked scarf. This plush gift is cuddly enough to appeal to younger Paddington Bear fans and stylish enough to look the part on any collector's shelf. Who could forget that amazing moment at the Queen's Platinum Jubilee when she had tea with Paddington and we discovered that she too kept marmalade sandwiches in her handbag! Suitable from: Birth Size: 21cm (D) x 14cm (W) x 23.5cm (H)
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By Rainbow Designs This Classic Winnie the Pooh gift set would make a wonderful gift for any new born baby, baby shower or baby's first Christmas - you just can't go wrong with such a traditional bear. The gift set comprises a wonderfully soft comfort blanket which has been beautifully embroidered with the Hundred Acre Wood logo, and the rattle has Winnie the Pooh embroidered around it and also makes a gentle rattle noise when played with. Simply a lovely gift for baby and parents alike to receive. Suitable from: Birth Size: Box L 27cm W 19cm D 7cm
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By Rainbow Designs Winnie-the-Pooh - is there any more iconic a toy than this classic literary figure? We think not, and that's why he's known as everyone's favourite bear! This Hundred Acre Wood Pooh is from the Classic Pooh Collection and is simply gorgeous, super soft and cuddly - just perfect for a new baby. Pooh loves nothing more than a bedtime hug and he's sure to be adored by his lucky companion. This will surely become a treasured toy that will last a lifetime. Suitable from: Birth Size: H 30cm
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By Rainbow Designs It's time to snuggle up with Pooh Bear! This adorable, super soft Always and Forever Pooh Bear Comforter brings to life A.A Milne's whimsical story-telling and is part of a timeless collection, from Rainbow Designs, thoughtfully created to bring joy and be treasured by your loved ones - always and forever. As the perfect cuddle companion to calm and soothe, little ones will love snuggling up at storytime and bedtime with this exquisite baby soft, tactile comforter that features a beautiful bespoke and contemporary patterned fabric. Designed to last a lifetime with a focus on sustainable materials, stuffing made produced from recycled plastic bottles and recycled plush fabric, this adorable Pooh Bear Comfort Blanket comes beautifully presented in an illustrated gift box, making it a beautiful heirloom infant gift for any occasion. Suitable from: Birth Size: 21.5cm (D) x 7.5cm (W) x 29cm (H)
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By Rainbow Designs These beautiful Peter Rabbit wooden picture blocks are the ideal gift for any young child. Each block contains stunning illustrations from the classic books along with letters of the alphabet and numbers 1-10 to create the perfect fusion of learning and play. Suitable from: 12 months Size: Each block 4 x 4 x 4cm
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By Rainbow Designs Winnie-the-Pooh – is there any more iconic a toy than this classic literary figure? We think not, and that’s why he’s known as everyone’s favourite bear! This Always and Forever Pooh is from the Classic Pooh Collection and he’s simply gorgeous, super soft and very cuddly. Pooh loves nothing more than a bedtime hug and he’s sure to be adored by his lucky companion. This exquisite Winnie the Pooh Soft Toy makes an adorable heirloom to cherish and is designed to last a lifetime with a focus on sustainable materials, stuffing made produced from recycled plastic bottles and recycled plush fabric. Suitable from: Birth Size: H 22.5cm
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By Rainbow Designs Beatrix Potter’s Peter Rabbit has to be the best known, most mischievous and adored bunny in the world and his friend Jeremy Fisher is one of the much-loved characters from these classic and timeless storybooks! This Jeremy Fisher Soft Toy comes from Rainbow Designs Signature Collection which is an exquisite range capturing the traditional and nostalgic essence of the characters. The colourful Jeremy Fisher frog soft toy, in his stylish velveteen tail coat and bespoke patterned waistcoat, is produced from the finest, high quality fabrics and finished with all the beautiful trimmings and details you would expect in this exquisite gift. Jeremy Fisher may be smartly dressed but his bean-filled tummy makes him as soft and cuddly as he looks, and his extra long limbs make it easier for little hands to hold onto and take on mischievous and fun-filled adventures! Other beautiful Signature Collection Peter Rabbit and Flopsy Bunny items are available to buy separately. Suitable from: Birth Size: L 31.5cm
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Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit has to be the best known, mischievous and adored bunnies in the world and his sister Flopsy Bunny is one of the much-loved characters from these classic and timeless storybooks! This Flopsy Bunny Comfort Blanket comes from Rainbow Designs Signature Collection which is an exquisite range capturing the traditional and nostalgic essence of the characters. Flopsy is made from the softest plush 100% cotton and is finished with a contemporary and bespoke Peter Rabbit pattern. Perfect for comforting and soothing baby, the Signature Flopsy Bunny Comfort Blanket makes the ideal companion for both naptime and cuddle time. Other beautiful Signature Collection Peter Rabbit and Flopsy Bunny items are available to buy separately. Suitable from: Birth Size: 35cm x 35cm
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By Rainbow Designs Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit has to be the best known, most mischievous and adored bunny in the world and his sister Flopsy Bunny is one of the much-loved characters from these classic and timeless storybooks! This Flopsy Bunny Soft Toy comes from Rainbow Designs Signature Collection which is an exquisite range capturing the traditional and nostalgic essence of the characters. Flopsy Bunny is made from the softest plush 100% cotton and wears a very pretty pink jacket, she is finished with a contemporary and bespoke Peter Rabbit pattern. Flopsy Bunny is looking forward to having many adventures with her new companion, and then at the end of the day, snuggling up for cuddles at bedtime. Other beautiful Signature Collection Peter Rabbit and Flopsy Bunny items are available to buy separately. Suitable from: Birth Size: L 33cm (ears to feet)
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Peter Rabbit has to be one of the most well known, mischievous and adored bunnies in the world! This Peter Rabbit Comfort Blanket comes from Rainbow Designs Signature Collection which is an exquisite range capturing the traditional and nostalgic essence of the characters. Peter is made from the softest plush 100% cotton and is finished with a contemporary and bespoke Peter Rabbit pattern. Perfect for comforting and soothing baby, the Peter Rabbit Signature Comfort Blanket makes the ideal companion for both naptime and cuddle time. Other beautiful Signature Collection Peter Rabbit and Flopsy Bunny items are available to buy separately. Suitable from: Birth Size: 35cm x 35cm
