Calico Critters Polar Bear Family Playset (Discontinued by manufacturer) Currently unavailable. Are Calico Critters popular? The Calico Critters universe is populated with some really cute and awesome characters and really amazing toy sets. These toys introduce you into the daily life of little creatures called critters who live in Calico Village.
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Are there any Calico Critters sets released only in Japan?
There are sets released only in Japan, or in USA (under the name of Calico Critters brand) or Europe. Even Mexico and Italy have had sets released exclusive to their own country. This also means there is a wide range of different packaging used over the years.
Is this a Calico Critters non-anthropomorphic animal?
This strangely-colored remnant from some discontinued cat familycomes with another distinguishing element: a Calico Critters non-anthropomorphic animal. It only could be better if it came with an anthropomorphic horse... "Who is going to win the 1st annual Cloverleaf Corners Horse Show?
Why are some Calico Critters more expensive than others?
Although the same product, our Calico Critters in our store are typically more expensive than many of the Sylvanian Families in our store, due to high importing costs. Why are some Sylvanian Families figures so much more expensive than others? Sylvanian Families do vary widely in price. So, why is one family worth so much more than another?
Are Calico Critters ginger family's a knock-off?
Ginger Family The only Amazon.com reviewer says they received a poorly packaged potential knock-off, but the Ginger Family itself is a real Calico Critters variety available outside the US. See it here. "Father Larry Beaman likes to keep active and enjoys playing rugby, but he is also partial to a bit of cake from the Blackcurrant Café.
What did Calico Critters used to be called?
Yes, Calico Critters are known as Sylvanian Families everywhere else in the world. In the United States they were introduced years ago as Calico Critters of Calico Village and have been called that since.
Did Calico Critters change their name?
In 1993, Tomy, who had been distributing the toys worldwide, lost the rights to the name "Sylvanian Families" in Canada and the USA. Tomy reintroduced the line under the new name Calico Critters of Cloverleaf Corners, now simply just called Calico Critters.
Why is Calico Critters so expensive?
Sylvanian Families items from the past, especially BRAND NEW, hard to find items are already expensive to procure, then add on international postage, taxes and various fees to the price. This makes these scarce items high in price before they have even reached our store.
What is the difference between a Calico Critter and a Sylvanian family?
The difference is only in the name. These critters are distributed under the name Sylvanian Families in the UK and Japan while Calico Critters is used in the US. Sylvanian Families are typically more expensive because we have to import them from the UK and Japan.
Are Li L Woodzeez the same as Calico Critters?
The fuzzy material on the Li'l Woodzeez owl is less soft than the Calico Critters baby. Another difference that is easier to see is that the Li'l Woodzeez baby is more thick in the body area than the Calico Critter, but has marginally thinner arms than the Calico Critter.
What does Sylvanian mean?
Sylvanian Families (シルバニアファミリー, Shirubania famirii) is a series of anthropomorphic animal figures. They are made from plastic and fake animal fur. They were started in Japan in 1985 by Epoch, but they are now sold worldwide. Many books, DVDs and TV series have been based on the characters.
What year did Calico Critters come out?
1985Calico Critters first appeared in 1985 under the name Sylvanian Families. These early toys were sold worldwide by the Japanese company, Epoch. In 1993, International Playthings took over the distribution of these toys in North America and changed the name to Calico Critters.
What is the most popular Sylvanian family?
Elephant FamilySylvanian Families Elephant Family – the Trunk Family Ever popular in anyone's collection, child or adult, are the Sylvanian Families Elephant Family.
Which Sylvanian Families are rare?
Sylvanian Families were one of the most sought after children's toy sets....These are some of the rarest figurines and sets.Giant Freya Rabbit. ... The Brown Mole Family. ... Vintage Country Flower Shop. ... Calico Critters Baby Gathering Set. ... Sound Parties Bear.More items...•
Are Calico Critters toxic?
We are confident that Calico Critters are safe and do not pose a risk to children older than the recommended age on packaging.” Some products -- like high-powered magnets -- can cause damage if swallowed.
Who started Calico Critters?
On March 20, 1985, Sylvanian Families, known as Calico Critters in the US, were created and released in Japan by Epoch. The first releases of the dollhouses and other playsets were made of porcelain and the furniture was made of wood.
Are Lil Woodzeez the same as Sylvanian Families?
While their size is a bit comparable to Sylvanians, there are a lot of key differences. Woodzeez have a very round body with more cartoonish features. The clothing is removable, but it is stitched as one single piece. Like Sylvanians, they are jointed, flocked, and come in an assortment of different animals.
TIPS AND INFORMATION FOR COLLECTOR'S OF SYLVANIAN FAMILIES
Please note, that this is a small family business, run by one busy mum. Sorry, but due to so many requests of this type, I do not have time to price your older Sylvanian Families items for sale or give information on items. Please refer to your local Sylvanian Facebook group for this kind of help. Thanks for understanding.
What does a 1985 sticker on the foot of Sylvanian Families figures mean?
The sticker "1985 Epoch China" (or similar wording) does not refer to the date the figure was released. This refers to the date of copyright of, the company, that is, Epoch Toys Ltd, a Japanese company who came up with the concept of Sylvanian Families Toys in Japan in 1985.
Sylvanian Families figures - why do they have a tiny hole in one foot?
Have you ever noticed that your Sylvanian Families figures have a small pinhole sized hole under their right foot? Some earlier figures have this tiny indent under both feet. In some figures this is more prominent and in others it is barely noticeable.
What does "Discontinued" and "Retired" Sylvanian Families mean?
Every year Sylvanian Families introduce exciting new items to their product line sold in stores. Often new items will be sold on the overseas market first and around 1 to 2 years later "This year's latest Sylvanians" appear in stores Australia-wide, available for purchase.
What exactly is "storage wear", "shelf wear" and "age wear"?
We all love the pristine look of brand new Sylvanians bought directly from the shop. However today in most shops we can generally only purchase "current in stock" items which are still being manufactured.
What can I expect when buying a vintage brand new Sylvanian Families item?
Sylvanian Families have always been a top quality product, and were definitely made to last. Items released in the 1980s, brand new in their packaging, can still look as perfectly new as they did 30 years ago.
Sylvanian Families - From 1985 to 2018
If you're new to collecting, you'll be amazed at the variety of sets that have been available over the years. Afterall, Sylvanian Families have been producing items since 1985! If they produced 10 new sets every year, that could well be 300 or more different Sylvanian Families sets, or maybe many more.
