Today we are TWO!
TWO whole years since we opened our virtual doors, growing our much-loved blog into a special home for our very favourite little treasures... After a few amazing years working in children's interiors (including five of those in London launching the Habitat Kids collection), this day two years ago and with two children of my own, I finally realised my lifelong dream - opening a children's store, named after my favourite childhood toy, Bobby Rabbit.
I feel so fortunate to have grown to the position we are in today, bringing together more than 750 favourite finds that we believe have that special spark of Bobby Rabbit magic, and shipping them out every day, all over the world. So, to everyone who has supported our journey so far, a big THANK YOU!
This week, we celebrated by booking in a fun photoshoot with our superstar photographer Hannah Webster. If you're following us on Instagram, you'll know why... Yep, this weekend we are hosting an incredible giveaway on our Instagram page, where you could win over £895 worth of Bobby Rabbit treasures, just in time for Christmas (so if you aren't following us yet, then why not hop over to Instagram and take a look!):
20 wonderful suppliers have supported our special birthday celebration by providing all the prizes (above), which we shot in our favourite Sheffield studio on Tuesday, all ready for the giveaway launch last night. But we couldn't stop there... So we arrived - with boxes full of toys - and spent a few hours playing with them to create THIS - Bobby Rabbit's ULTIMATE Christmas Gift Guide for 2017.
Hope you like it!
The Tumbletot
Pictured above:
Indoor Swings by Lillagunga, from £139.
'First Go' Balance Bike - White by Banwood, from £138.
Hopscotch Rug by Lillipinso, £160.
Skipping Rope by Moulin Roty, £9.
Ernest Crocodile by Moulin Roty, £38.
Violette Flamingo by Moulin Roty, £38.
Augustin Bird by Moulin Roty, £38.
Superhero Rabbit by Panipieska, £35.
Superhero Kitty by Panipieska, £35.
Set of 2 Rainbow and Unicorn Prints by Meri Meri, £12.
What do you get for the child that loves to run, jump, skip, hop and ride around from dawn to dusk? Well, how about one of these amazing gifts? From beautiful balance bikes to indoor (and outdoor) swings with 8 different rope colours; acrobat rings to skipping ropes, we have it covered in our Active Play collection. And heh, we even have a Hopscotch Rug so they can let off steam indoors!
The Mini Mechanic
Pictured above:
'First Go' Balance Bike - Red by Banwood, £138.
Bernie's Number Sorting Bus by Jamm Toys, £39.
Rocky Racer by Jamm Toys, £20.
Toby Truck by Jamm Toys, £37.
Candycab by Candylab, £28.
Blu 74 Racer by Candylab, £26.
Buck Red Racing Car by Playforever, £35.
Expressway 16 Piece Set by Way To Play, £35.
Wooden City Building Blocks by Moulin Roty, £45.
ABC Poster 50 x 70cm by Petit Monkey, £18.
Pom Pom Garland - Rainbow by The Bear and The Bird, £15.
'Indreni' Felt Rainbow Rug - Natural Stone by Muskhane, £90.
If you know a little boy or girl that will do anything for a set of wheels, then THIS is the collection for them! From wooden buses, trucks and racing cars to New York cabs and camper vans, our Push and Pull collection contains EVERYTHING you'll need to stuff their stockings this holiday season. And don't forget our amazing Way to Play race track sets (available in 12pc, 16pc and 24pc sets - more stock coming very soon!) which they can use to set the scene - or should we say, track - for the big race! Throw in some wooden city building blocks, and you're all set.
The Zoologist
Pictured above (from top row, left to right):
Flora Flamingo by Jellycat, £26.50.
Sweetie Fox by Jellycat, £16.
Tony Toucan by Jellycat, £25.
Sweetie Monkey by Jellycat, £16.
Augustin Bird by Moulin Roty, £38.
Raspberry Ripple Pompom by Jellycat, £20.
Odette Ostrich by Jellycat, £26.50.
Sweetie Unicorn by Jellycat, £16.
Violette Flamingo by Moulin Roty, £38.
Cyril Sloth by Jellycat, £23.
Ernest Crocodile by Moulin Roty, £38.
Ricecracker Plush Toy by Noodoll, £21.50.
Ricecarrot Plush Toy by Noodoll, £21.50.
'In The Woods' Nesting Dolls by Petit Monkey, £18.
Shirley Sheep Rug by Sew Heart Felt, £65.
Arctic Animals Poster 50 x 70cm by Petit Monkey, £18.
Flamingos, foxes, toucans, monkeys, birds, ostriches, sloths, crocs, bears and bunnies (and whatever the little pink guy is in the middle!), you'll be sure to find a cuddly creature for your little animal lover. We even have unicorns, LOTS of them! Take a peek at our Soft Toys and pick out your favourite furry or feathered friend - who knows, they might just become the next Bobby Rabbit...
The Mini Mama
Pictured above:
Rosaline Dolls Cot - White by Smallstuff, £75.
Dolls Bedding - Small Flowers by Smallstuff, £25.
Dolls Stroller - Hearts by Petit Jour, £39.
Dolls Carry Cot and Bedding - Large by Moulin Roty, £35.
Dolls Carry Cot and Bedding - Small by Moulin Roty, £25.
'Les Parisiennes' Tea Set by Moulin Roty, £39.
Mademoiselle Eglantine Doll by Moulin Roty, £40.
Mademoiselle Blanche Doll by Moulin Roty, £20.
Mademoiselle Eloise Doll by Moulin Roty, £20.
Mademoiselle Agathe Doll by Moulin Roty, £20.
Camomille Sister Rabbit by Moulin Roty, £20.
Groseille Baby Mouse by Moulin Roty, £18.
Kitty Lady by Panipieska, £35.
Ricemimi Luxe Plush Toy by Noodoll, £25.
Violette Flamingo by Moulin Roty, £38.
Velvet Heart Cushion by Meri Meri, £29.
Cloud Rug - Whisper White by Lilipinso, £50.
Set of 80 Gold Dot Wall Stickers by Little Chip, £15.
Playing Mummies and Daddies has never been so much fun - or so stylish! From Danish wooden dolls cots to French printed push chairs; carry cots with bedding sets to tiny tea sets (and all the dolls and teddies you need to join the party), our Imaginary Play collection is guaranteed to spark even the youngest of imaginations. So now they can be just like Mama - or Papa! - and play at Let's Pretend to their heart's content.
The Intrepid Explorer
Pictured above:
Ivory Teepee Tent (with Grey Pom Pom) by Nununu, £135.
'First Go' Balance Bike - White by Banwood, from £138.
Colin Camper Van by Jamm Toys, £38.
Pioneer Camper by Candylab, £38.
Arthur Anteater by Jellycat, £28.
Augustin Bird by Moulin Roty, £38.
Noisette Brother Mouse by Moulin Roty, £25.
Wooden 'Pole-Pole' Animals by T-Lab, £12 each.
Lion Suitcase by A Little Lovely Company, £14.
House Storage Bag - Black/White by Rock and Pebble, £59.
Arctic Animals Poster 50 x 70cm by Petit Monkey, £18.
The Picture Atlas (and a selection of our favourite children's Books), £14.99.
Children have curious minds, and curious minds make intrepid explorers! Our stunning teepees are handmade in Poland with the greatest of love, care and attention to detail. Fill them with favourite toys, or venture out and read a favourite book beside your pretend camp fire... Don't worry - we have everything you need for your little adventurer!
The Littlest
Pictured above:
Joseph Bunny Lamp by Rose in April, £80.
Mum and Baby Whale Mobile - Grey by Scalae, £45.
Little T-Rex Light by A Little Lovely Company, £12.
Sleepy Crescent Moon Cushion - White/Gold by Prosto Concept, £35.
Benji School Bus by Jamm Toys, £37.
Set of 10 Stacking Blocks by Petit Monkey, £16.
Mimi Mouse Musical Soft Toy by Moulin Roty, £32.
Cloud Rug - Whisper White by Lilipinso, £50.
Babylit Books, £5.99.
Our collection of gifts for babies is C-U-T-E with a capital C! Starting with Joseph Bunny Lamp (a true little treasure that will grow up with them into childhood and beyond), as well as magical mobiles and mice, beautiful books and building blocks, cuddly cushions and clouds, and the best wooden bus we have EVER seen, we promise that you won't be stuck finding that special something for the littlest in the family.
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So, there you have it - our ultimate Christmas gift guide for the little loved ones in your life! We hope you find something truly magical.