# Eco-Friendly Plush Toys These Walnut Animal Society Critters Are Sustainable and Supportive By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-03-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walnut-animal-society References: [designforminikind](http://designforminikind.com/2012/12/walnut-animal-society/) & [walnutanimalsociety](http://walnutanimalsociety.com) It's not too often that children's toys are as sophisticated as the ones created by the Walnut Animal Society, which are also made from natural materials. The [plush toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giftable-squishmallows) are endearing and crafted by hand in the United States to make sure that quality is kept at an absolute maximum. Created by designer Lauren Bradshaw, the Walnut Animal Society includes cute critters like foxes and raccoons that are made with a [100% wool exterior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-kite-jacket). Additionally, the stuffing for each of the creations is 100% kapok, which is a natural fibre found in the rainforest that is sustainably harvested and will regenerate quite quickly. It's refreshing to see such a dedication to creating [quality children'd toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotional-baggage-by-solobo-toys) that are going to last several generations, but also do so sustainably, which are two factors that combine to make the Walnut Animal Society crew that much cuter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Plush Toys:** Opportunity to create plush toys using eco-friendly materials and sustainable manufacturing processes. - **Handcrafted Toys:** Opportunity to offer unique and personalized handmade toys for children. - **Regenerative Fibers:** Opportunity to explore the use of regenerative fibers in the production of plush toys. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in developing sustainable and handcrafted toys for children. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Opportunity to expand eco-friendly materials and manufacturing methods in the fashion industry, specifically in the production of plush toys. - **Eco-friendly Home Goods:** Opportunity to create a range of eco-friendly home goods, including sustainable plush toys. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Animal-Tracking Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fahlo.md) - [Hard-Wearing Sustainable Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beco-pet.md) - [Intricately Handcrafted Animal Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulu-the-lamb.md) - [Imaginative Soft Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blabla.md) - [Eco-Friendly Health-Conscious Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmos-snack-shack-toys.md) - [Magnetic Wooden Animal Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nini-amici-toy-set.md) - [Ergonomic Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earth-rated-dog-toy-collection.md) - [Social Good Plush Highland Cows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barnyard-legend-plushies.md) - [Collectible Anthropomorphized Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calico-critters.md)