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A child in a nursery hugging a pink hippo plush next to a crib and stacked picture books
A pink stuffed hippo toy sitting on its hind legs.
A young girl in a pink dress is smiling and playing with a pink stuffed animal on a couch in a cozy living room.
Young child in pink lying on a patterned rug beside a row of plush animals in pink, gray and brown
Stuffing instructions for the hippo kit, from opening the fiber bag to securing and naming your buddy
Satin heart inserts reading Courage, Best Friends, Kindness and Love for the hippo plush
Cloud-shaped Birth Certificate printed with baby animals and a sun, part of the hippo stuffing kit
Sustainability claim of 50 percent less carbon than organic cotton, shown with a leaf paw print
70% less energy than virgin fiber production
Recycled bottle graphic: the plush fabric is made from 9.5 reclaimed plastic bottles

16" Hippo Plush Kit - DIY Stuffed Animal

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$29.99 
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Handmade in Texas · Ships in 1–3 business days · Secure checkout · Questions? Call us

Bring a touch of warmth and creativity to your nursery with this eco-friendly hippo, a charming keepsake gift designed to inspire. Whether you select the unstuffed kit for a hands-on project or the fully stuffed hippo, each comes with themed inserts like kindness, courage, or love to make it truly special. This 16-inch recycled plush is perfect for celebrating milestones with a personalized birth certificate that adds a heartfelt personal touch.

⭐️ What you can order:
✔️ Stuffed option: A fully finished 16-inch hippo, hand-stuffed with recycled polyester fiber, perfect for cuddling.
✔️ Unstuffed DIY kit: Pre-sewn hippo shell with stuffing instructions and your choice of themed insert—ideal for craft enthusiasts.
✔️ Themed inserts: Choose from Best Friends, Courage, Love, or Kindness to tuck inside the hippo’s pocket.
✔️ Birth certificate: Personalize with name, eye color, and ownership details for a unique keepsake.

⭐️ Care & safety:
✔️ Spot clean recommended; remove paper keepsakes before washing gently by hand and air dry.
✔️ Not suitable as a teether; recommended for ages 3+ unless supervised due to small parts in inserts.

⭐️ Shipping & processing:
✔️ Processing time: 1–3 business days.
✔️ Ships via USPS with tracking; domestic delivery typically 2–7 business days.
✔️ Combined shipping available—contact us for an adjusted invoice.

Each hippo is hand-stuffed and quality checked in Greenville, TX, ensuring you receive a thoughtful gift that’s both eco-conscious and heartfelt.