Care Instructions

Keep Your Handmade Creation in Top Shape

You’ve just adopted from stuffer crochet!
With a bit of care, your doll will stay in top shape and ready for years of display, play, and adventures.

HOW TO WASH

Your handmade friend might get a little dusty from sitting on a shelf or joining you on travels. Here is how to freshen them up gently.

The Gentle Bubble Bath:

Think of it like bathing a baby Duck – be super gentle!

  • Fill a sink with lukewarm water and a tiny drop of mild soap.
  • Give them a soft squeeze bath. No scrubbing needed!
  • Rinse until all the bubbles are gone.
Ducks in bathtub
Duck in beach lounge chair with sunglasses

THE RELAXING DRY:

  • Gently squeeze out the water (like giving a hug). Don’t wring or twist them – it makes them dizzy!
  • Lay them flat on a fluffy towel in an airy spot to dry. Reshape them a bit if needed, so they dry looking their best.

NO-GO ZONES

Yarn is magical, but it has its kryptonite. To avoid a fuzzy disaster, please avoid these:

NO WASHING MACHINES OR DRYERS!

Machines are too rough, and dryers are way too hot! High heat is scary for handmade yarn; it can melt the fibers, shrink your friend, or make them fuzzy and misshapen.

Keep it Gentle

No harsh chemicals (bleach is a big no-no) and definitely no ironing. They are perfect just the way they are.

Duck in washing machine warning

“CAN I GIVE THIS TO MY BABY?”

  • Most of the dolls you see here are designed as collectible art or decor.
  • They have shiny plastic “safety eyes,” buttons, or sometimes hidden wires to make them poseable.
  • These bits are super cute, but they are not safe for tiny humans who still explore the world with their mouths (under 3 years old).
Buttons and safety eyes detail
Baby safe plushie

GOT A TINY HUMAN?
WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED!

  • If you are looking for the perfect gift for a new baby, check out our special Baby-Safe Collection!
  • These friends are made with zero hard parts—just pure, soft yarn and embroidered eyes, perfectly safe for cuddles and nibbles.