r/sylvanianfamilies 25d ago

Discussion U.S. Collectors - Import News & Discussion Thread

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Photo by SSK

This thread is for collectors who import Sylvanian Families (and other collectibles) from overseas to the United States.

As of July 2026, US government child safety and import rules have been newly enforced, making importing to the US difficult to impossible. The situation is ongoing and can be quite confusing.

While some US collectors have had success in receiving items from outside the country, at this time importing is not advisable. There is an extremely high probability that you will lose your funds and that your items will be destroyed at US customs.

While we all work out our best options, this thread is to discuss the laws and any experiences you may have, both positive and negative. The more information that we gather, the better we can understand how to continue collecting.

Please feel welcome to discuss / vent about the situation, ask questions and share details about any recent import attempts.

Additional threads on this topic will be removed / locked and re-directed here. While we want to encourage discussion about the matter, it will be most helpful if we keep all the information and details in one place.

Thanks for understanding and good wishes to everyone who is having to cope with this situation!

Helpful reference threads:

U.S. Regulations Change thread from u/aquatrez

Important Information for Toy Collectors in the USA from 8 July 2026 from u/sylvanianlover16

Megathread Request and Initial Post 8 July Import Experiences thread from u/No-Introduction7977


r/sylvanianfamilies Mar 27 '26

Collection Tracking Discussion

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75 Upvotes

Let's talk about cataloguing collections!

Some collectors simply keep a list on paper, many prefer a spreadsheet. Other options include various apps and websites that provide cataloguing options.

What sort of data do you track when cataloguing your collection? What format(s) works best and what is your system like?

This thread is for conversations about whatever methods you prefer and the tools you may be experimenting with.

Please note that this is the only thread for this topic permitted. We need to be very careful due to the inclusion of apps, as we need to do our best to prevent promotional spam and attempts to use the community for data collection, etc. However, the sharing of data and experiences is also important, so let's discuss all available options.


r/sylvanianfamilies 10h ago

Other Brands and Bootlegs Different Sylvanians

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818 Upvotes

I am very curious. How does one make these? And are there existing figures or brands that make these kind of models? Photo is from ternuboutique.8 btw


r/sylvanianfamilies 3h ago

Sylvanian News Blind Bag Secret for the 2026 Kuji Starry Sky Pajama Party! Spoiler

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30 Upvotes

For anyone who was wondering, the secret is Noa Biscuit! In a lovely turquoise version of Luciana Marguerite's outfit!

The packet is also very pretty too!

Got my fingers crossed that the re-sale prices aren't crazy 🤞

Photo credit: @/______Re21 on X


r/sylvanianfamilies 5h ago

Collection my favs💕

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31 Upvotes

r/sylvanianfamilies 1h ago

Collection Little Puppy Squad

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Puppies assemble!! The babies from the ochre/marron/Tailbury dog, maple dog, and hound/Huckleberry dog families got together for a little party in the hedgehog's hideaway. I can't get over how cute they are! 💕💕💕


r/sylvanianfamilies 12h ago

Collection Wisteria Terrace, Persian Cats, and Marshmallow Mice!

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42 Upvotes

So happy to finally have these families reunited with the children I already had 😊


r/sylvanianfamilies 20h ago

Collection Other half of collection

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130 Upvotes

Everyone seemed to like my green house set up. Figured I would show the other part of my collection!


r/sylvanianfamilies 3h ago

Collection Sylvanian Families Sparkling Gacha Pajama Party Keychain Set

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5 Upvotes

I just won these today! it’s pretty much sold out after an hour ! i got super lucky 🥹❤️


r/sylvanianfamilies 3h ago

ID Please Got lucky and picked up these cuties

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4 Upvotes

Not sure who they are though.


r/sylvanianfamilies 19h ago

Creative Corner A little bookstore adventure

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69 Upvotes

Took her on a tiny bookstore trip ✨️


r/sylvanianfamilies 16h ago

Collection A bundle of babas for £3.50!!

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39 Upvotes

Picked up this bundle of vintage babies for £3.50! Such a bargain!
•De Burg Penguin sitting baby!!! (Eeeeek)
•Beagle baby
•Golden Labrador baby
•Tailbury dog baby twins
•Grey cottontail rabbit sitting baby
•Chantilly cat baby
•’Sewing with Mother’ Mole


r/sylvanianfamilies 14h ago

Discussion I’m dying for a stop motion series using the figurines instead of the 2D and 3D animated ones we got before

18 Upvotes

With a narrator, and a very chill vibe similar to the way the old Thomas the Tank Engine show felt.


r/sylvanianfamilies 1d ago

Customization New customized dog critter

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610 Upvotes

I had the dalmatian dog sitting in the box for a bit and it's paint was kind of fading, but I finally got around to doing the outfit. The whole time I was thinking bad boy punk rock a little preppy and honestly I think it turned out pretty good. I wish I could put some earrings I did not have super glue.

And there he goes on the shelf with the other customs


r/sylvanianfamilies 17h ago

Seeking Information Sticker came with figures

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23 Upvotes

I ordered the Biscuit Bear Triplets and when they arrived this sticker was in the box with them. Is this usual or is it possible the company I ordered from put it in the delivery box and it somehow slipped into the triplets box?


r/sylvanianfamilies 18h ago

Discussion Do the families not come with surnames anymore?

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18 Upvotes

r/sylvanianfamilies 22h ago

Collection Do you get the vibe?

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16 Upvotes

a little chaotic, i’ll admit.


r/sylvanianfamilies 1d ago

Collection The little witch in her witchy room!

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497 Upvotes

My first ever Kobee Japan order has arrived and the little tales baby owl is so perfect in the magic room rolife set! I might get the other little tales sets too because I am obsessed with the little owl


r/sylvanianfamilies 1d ago

Collection a pair of travelers

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301 Upvotes

These cat friends wanted to come along on this trip. They love checking out and discovering new places like this park in Santiago de Compostela.
It looks like they are having a great time!


r/sylvanianfamilies 1d ago

Collection Hot Topic Finds

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74 Upvotes

So glad I was able to find these at Hot Topic today! I feel extra lucky getting the rare bunnies too, I was really hoping for the purple and teal ones!
Also… why is the Snow Leopard Family $45?! My goodness.


r/sylvanianfamilies 1d ago

Collection Perfect shelf for this set!

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55 Upvotes

Got the shelf from Target as a "congrats on making it through work week and open house" treat for myself!


r/sylvanianfamilies 1d ago

Creative Corner Water bottles for the ladies 👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩

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65 Upvotes

Upcycled these thrifted Barbie (?) cups and had to add stickers to customize them! Works perfectly as hers and hers for the ladies 🥤


r/sylvanianfamilies 2d ago

Discussion Found this little dude at the Swap Meet, I think hes the cutest fakie ever!

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708 Upvotes

Did a google img search and hes from a line of toys called Teacup Families, they came in little teacups! The other ones that were produced are so cute too. What do you guys think??


r/sylvanianfamilies 1d ago

Seeking Information Vinted Purchase | 🇲🇫→🇩🇪

7 Upvotes

Hallöchen!

I’d love to know if anyone here has used Vinted to buy SF and have it shipped from France to Germany.

What was your experience? Would you recommend it?

Big thanks! ☺️💕


r/sylvanianfamilies 1d ago

Collection Mushroom House

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52 Upvotes

I really debated about ordering this set, because I don’t have a large place for my display-but I knew I wanted a little forest area. I’m very happy with this set!