How many Jellycats are there?

It’s safe to say there has been a Jellycat or two since they first hit the market in 1999!

With a wide selection of ranges that are updated on average twice a year – if not more often – there are likely thousands of kooky and colourful characters to choose from.

But do we know exactly how many Jellycats there are – and why is the brand doing so well?

The experts at Jeremy’s Home Store reveal all!

Wondering how many Jellycats exist?

While there are likely many thousands on the market, finding an exact number of Jellycat products is almost impossible.

According to the official Jellycat website, the brand currently offers 994 items in total with:

• 779 animal plushies
• 188 toys suitable for personalisation
• 66 books
• 66 book and toy bundles

Likewise, current online collectors boast selections of 300 plushies or more – with more on the way.

For a conservative estimate, we can consider this current 994-item product run by the number of years trading (minus 3 years as the brand was much smaller in the early days) – we could be looking at a total of over 22,000 Jellycat products. 

Why are Jellycat plushies so popular?

Collectors of Jellycat soft toys often fall for the brand for a range of reasons but, for the most part, they are preferred by many because of three main reasons:

Luxurious fabrics

Unlike the first teddy bears which were quite rough and stiff, being soft and squishy is all the craze for soft toys now – as you would expect!

By using more decadent, highly tactile fabrics in a range of colours, Jellycat has captured the imagination of devotees to the brand and offers a delightful sensory experience.

This is also true for the weighted beads which allow the plushie to sit in place and add a pleasing weight during cuddles.

Safe for children

Unlike many mass-produced soft toys, all Jellycat plushies are suitable from birth unless their individual product information suggests otherwise.

This is possible thanks to CE and UKCA safety testing and marking for infant toys and other products.

Likewise, each soft toy has a product-specific hangtag that bears any relevant extra safety information – so buyers can be certain their gift is suitable for whoever they are shopping for.

Quirky characters

Like their unique name, Jellycat focuses on fun, personality, and individuality – crafting beautiful characters underrepresented in the toy world.

Where else are you going to find an axolotl, a carrot, a mince pie, or a plushie daffodil in a pot?

With Jellycat you can proudly produce your purse from an avocado handbag or gift your mushroom-mad cousin their very own chanterelle for Christmas – whatever you love, Jellycat can do it all.

Incredible collectability

Whether they are interested in a particular launch, range, or plushie type, collectors love Jellycat because of the vast array of choices they have.

Plus, as Jellycat focuses on smaller product runs that change frequently, once new Jellycats arrive, they are frequently snapped up – as customers know they may not be able to get them again!

Finally, unlike other soft toys, Jellycat plushies can hold their value well or even sell for a profit depending on their rarity, making them a sound investment (perhaps like the Beanie Baby craze of the 1990s).

Jeremy’s Home Store – official supplier of Jellycat plushies

Whether you are new to Jellycats and purchasing for a loved one or an avid collector with a specific area of interest that you want to develop with a new addition, the team at Jeremy’s Home Store can help.

With years of expertise, access to exclusive launches, and fast and free tracked delivery from Royal Mail – your new best friend could be with you in as little as 3 working days.

To speak to us, call 01892 525 976 or email online@jeremyshomestore.co.uk and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.