Sylvanian Families Figures, Sets & Houses

Sylvanian Families (sold as Calico Critters in the US) are small flocked animal figures with removable clothes, made by Epoch since 1985, plus the houses, furniture, vehicles and play sets they live in. Start with a family and a house, then add furniture and babies room by room. Every listing links to Amazon, where the current price and delivery are shown; some are imported Japanese versions, which we note on each listing.

All Sylvanian Families

20 kits

Where to start with Sylvanian Families

Sylvanian Families (Calico Critters in the US) grow set by set. A simple order that works:

1. A home
The Red Roof Cosy Cottage Starter Home comes with a figure and starter furniture, so it can be played with straight away. Bigger houses join on later. Every house compared →
2. A family
Families are usually father, mother and two children; some come with babies. The Chocolate Rabbits are the classic first family. Starter guide →
3. A room of furniture
Furnish one room at a time — a living room, bathroom or kitchen set.
4. Babies and extras
Blind bags hold one surprise baby; vehicles and play sets make good big gifts. Parents are about 8 cm tall, babies 3–4 cm.
Japanese versions
Some listings are Japanese imports with Japanese boxes and codes (for example DH-08). The toys are the same; only the packaging differs.

Sylvanian Families: common questions

Are Calico Critters and Sylvanian Families the same?

Yes. Both are made by Epoch from the same moulds; the line has been sold as Calico Critters in the US and Canada since 1993. Figures, houses and furniture work together across both names.

What should I buy first?

A starter home or starter set plus one family. The Red Roof Cosy Cottage Starter Home comes with a figure and starter furniture, so it can be played with straight away.

What are the Japanese versions on Amazon?

Some listings are Japanese imports with Japanese boxes and product codes (for example DH-08 for the starter home). The toys are the same as the Australian versions; only the packaging and instructions differ. We note the version on each listing.

What age are Sylvanian Families for?

The official age is 3+ because sets contain small parts. Keep tiny accessories such as bottles and food away from babies and toddlers.

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