Miffy turns 60 this year!

Miffy was “born” on 21 June 1955 when Dick Bruna first drew her to entertain his young son whilst on a rainy seaside holiday in Holland. She shares her birthday with Prince William, and was born in the same year as Rowan Atkinson, Kevin Costner, Bruce Willis, Olga Corbet and Bill Gates.

The Miffy books are now published in more than 50 languages and have sold more than 85 million copies worldwide. As well as starring in her own TV series, musical and movie, Miffy also appears on merchandise across five continents.

‘miffy’, the first book in the much loved series, was published in 1955, and over 30 Miffy more stories have followed. To celebrate her 60th anniversary in 2015, Dick Bruna’s Miffy stories are being refreshed for a modern British audience, with newly translated texts by award winning British poet, Tony Mitton.

This month ‘miffy is crying’ and ‘miffy and melanie’ are due to be republished, and lots more Miffy books are set to be published later this year including ‘miffy at the playground’ and ‘queen miffy’ in February, a special 60th anniversary edition of ‘miffy’s birthday’ in June and ‘miffy at the seaside’ & ‘miffy in the tent’ in July. A fun set of Miffy activity books will also be published through the year. This follows on from the selection of the books that were republished last year, including ‘miffy at the gallery’ and ‘miffy and the new baby’.

Miffy might have changed a little over the years, but the principles that make her loved across the world have stayed the same. The same simple, bright colours are used: red, yellow, blue and green. And there is still a strong black outline – painted with a brush rather than drawn with a pen.

Miffy will be celebrating her birthday throughout 2015, through exhibitions, a new musical, a TV show, commemorative stamps, floral displays and children’s parties.

In the UK, Miffy is partnering with premature baby charity Bliss, to raise funds for the one in nine babies and their families that require its support every year, and you can read more about this HERE. Activity will culminate over her birthday weekend, 20–21st June 2015.

Don’t forget to wish Miffy a happy birthday! She’d love to hear from you!

An art parade celebrating 60 years of Miffy the bunny goes on display in Miffy’s home country of the Netherlands, and also in Japan, from 1 May 2015. 60 statues measuring 1.8 metres have been decorated by a variety of artists from those countries. In contrast to the usual tight control kept over reproductions of Dick Bruna’s global icon, the artists were given free reign to create their own interpretation of the character.

The resulting collection of eclectic and dynamic statues reflects a wide range of artistic influences, including elements of Dutch culture such as the ‘Royal Delft’ statue by De Koninklijke. More avant garde designs include Wendelien Daan’s photograph-covered Miffy (‘Miffy transformer’), Hans van Bentem’s intimidating ‘Gothic’ bunny and Carli Hermès’ gold ‘Sunshine’ Miffy. Among the 60 artists is Dick Bruna’s daughter, Madelon Bruna.

The influences of the designs run the full spectrum, from Sebastian Masuda’s ‘Colourful Rebellion’ inspired by Harajuku in Tokyo, to Bas Kosters’ ‘Heading towards a suspicious showdown’ inspired by Leslie Charteris’ Saint novels.

Fashion is a key theme within many of the designs, with several of the artists choosing to focus on the attire of their Miffy statue, including a carrot-themed dress from Makoto Oozu, a knitted cardigan from Kesennuma Knitting Co., and a gold charm chain accessory from Studio Job.

The materials used on the statues are varied too, from Makoto Koizumi’s wooden ‘hakoirimusume’ Miffy to Kodue Hibino’s fabric collage bunny (‘piece by peace’).

Artist Wendelien Daan comments: ‘I see Miffy as an abstract. Like a letter or a triangle or a circle. You can do what you like with it, but it’s still a circle. Or, in this case, it’s still Miffy’, and the distinctive shape of the statues stands true to this mantra.

Ever since the books first appeared in Japan in the early 1960s, Miffy has remained hugely popular – her simple silhouette chiming with the country’s love of minimalism. Several of the artists have chosen to explore this minimalist theme including Rob Scholte with his ying & yang-style statue entitled ‘Grijs’, Kenjiro Sano with his ghost-esque Miffy, aptly named ‘Het spook nijntje’, Atsuki Kikuchi with his ‘Spatial Miffy’ featuring bold primary shapes & colours, and finally Richard Hutten with his simple, one-eared ‘nijntje’.

On display until 30 September, 45 statues can be seen in Amsterdam, Utrecht, and The Hague. 15 will accompany a travelling exhibition in Japan. The statues will be auctioned in October in support of UNICEF.

For information about the artists, and merchandise please visit: http://www.miffyartparade.com

Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to Miffy!
Happy Birthday to you!

Miffy turns 60 on Sunday 21st June, and she’s doing all sorts of things to celebrate!

New Miffy Online Shop
Miffy will be launching a new UK online shop on 21st June 2015. The shop will house all sorts of wonderful goodies, and you can see it from Sunday onwards here: http://www.miffyshop.co.uk/

Birthday Fun
Miffy is having a birthday party! Starting on Friday 19th June at 1pm, Miffy will be playing pass-the-parcel on her Twitter profile, giving away a range of cute gifts. She’s really excited about her big day, and there will be giveaways throughout the weekend to celebrate this milestone! Come and celebrate with her!

‘miffy the movie’
If you live near London, why not celebrate Miffy’s birthday at the UK premiere of miffy the movie, which is being held on her actual birthday, this Sunday, in Leicester Square? Miffy the Movie is perfect for pre-school children with clapping and singing along throughout.

Buy your tickets here: http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/miffy-the-movie-uk-premiere-screening-in-support-of-the-baby-charity-bliss-tickets-16611389112

Jane Foster’s Range of Accessories
Acclaimed screenprinter Jane Foster is releasing 60 Miffy accessories handmade from vintage Miffy fabric; these include tote bags, purses and cushions. You can buy these from 9am on June 21st from Jane’s online shop http://janefoster.co.uk/

If you’re holidaying in the Netherlands this summer, make sure you visit the city of Utrecht – Miffy’s birthplace – where the exhibition ’60 Years of Miffy’ is currently on display at the Centraal Museum. Packed full of interactive activities to keep families with young children engaged in creative fun, it is a stunning show celebrating Miffy’s birthday.

The exhibition has been specifically designed from a child’s perspective, and features giant interactive 3D structures throughout. For adults, it immediately feels as if you’re stepping into a brightly coloured dream world where everything is larger than life. Giant Miffy storybooks hang from the ceiling, whilst other books form huge free-standing displays to walk around, with their open pages showing images of Dick Bruna at work.

There are eleven recognisable elements in the exhibition which explore a typical birthday celebration, including dressing up in party outfits, buying presents, making birthday decorations and eating birthday cake – making your visit into one big party.

Children can guess what is inside the display of giant presents by smelling, feeling and listening to the contents. They can wander into Miffy’s wardrobe and decorate her party dress, or sit down and make her a birthday card. They can sing a birthday song or play along on a drum or tambourine. Finally they can crawl inside a giant birthday cake that even smells like cake!

For a trip down memory lane, parents have the chance to see a rare display of the earliest manuscripts of miffy and miffy at the zoo – two of Dick Bruna’s first stories he wrote in 1955. You can also see some vintage merchandise – the first Miffy toys and puzzles from the 1970s onwards.

’60 Years of Miffy’ is at the Centraal Museum, Utrecht until 20 September 2015. For more details, visit: http://centraalmuseum.nl

Miffy’s recent 60th birthday celebrations in her home country of the Netherlands included a special appearance at the Down the Rabbit Hole Festival, a three day event in the southern province of Gelderland, from 26-28 June.

Aimed at teens and young adults, Down the Rabbit Hole won Best New European Festival in its first year in 2014. With its distinctive arty feel, the festival was the perfect platform to portray Miffy’s iconic design to a native audience already deeply familiar with the little bunny character as an intrinsic part of their early childhood.

A 5-metre high blow-up Miffy was kept hidden underground during each day of the festival. At night, much to the delight of festival-goers, she slowly emerged, was inflated, and then illuminated with colourful projected artwork – creating what looked like a giant, funky night-light. As campers went to bed, they couldn’t help but be filled with warm, happy childhood memories of Miffy, seen now in a new, creatively beautiful light.

From Friday 2nd October, Miffy fans can watch Miffy’s new TV show, Miffy’s Adventures: Big and Small, on Tiny Pop at 7pm!

Miffy’s Adventures sees Miffy and her friends exploring the exciting world around her, from jumping in a puddle to going on a camping trip! Each adventure is seven minutes long – just long enough for you and your little Miffy to enjoy ‘cuddle time’ together before hopping off to bed.

Perfect for young, delicate eyes, the show features bright primary colours and simple shapes, combined with plenty of space around them for a child’s imagination to roam.

Join the launch party on 2nd October at 1pm on the @Miffy_UK Twitter.

Tiny Pop is available to watch on Freeview (126), Sky (617) Virgin Media (737) and Freesat (605).

Today is the launch of Miffy’s new TV show, Miffy’s Adventures: Big and Small. Join Miffy on her adventures from 7pm every day on Tiny Pop – Freeview (126), Sky (617) Virgin Media (737) and Freesat (605)

Join the launch party today, Friday 2nd October, at 1pm on the @Miffy_UK Twitter.

If you miss #Miffytime at 7pm, don’t fret as the same episodes will play at 7.30am the next morning #MiffyMornings

Here are the episodes on this week –

Friday 2nd October
Miffy and the Puddles
Miffy can’t play outdoors because it’s raining, but she finds she can play all her favourite games inside anyway, plus now she can play jumping in puddles!

Miffy and the Dragon
Uncle Pilot’s told Miffy her surprise present is ‘something to do with dragons’. She thinks it’s a dragon egg and sets about trying to hatch it; fortunately it’s actually a delicious dragon fruit!

Saturday 3rd October
Miffy and the Bird
On a snowy day Miffy tries to help a bird by bringing him inside. Mummy teaches her that birds don’t belong in people’s houses, so Miffy makes the bird a house of his own.

Miffy the Farmer
When Miffy wants to be a farmer, the real farmer gives her a single seed to take care of. It’s not easy being patient with it, but she sticks to it and grows her first sunflower.

Sunday 4th October
Miffy and the Tennis Match
Miffy and Melanie don’t want Snuffy spoiling their game of tennis, tennis isn’t a game for dogs! But when they lose the ball, they’re happy for Snuffy’s help – finding balls IS a game for dogs!

Miffy the Fairy
Miffy mistakes a stick for a magic wand and tries to do fairy magic; wanting to cheer her up, Melanie and Grunty conspire to make her think it is working.

Monday 5th October
Grunty’s Ballet Lesson
Miffy and Melanie are having a ballet lesson. Grunty wants to play, and the others try to teach her some steps without much success – but Grunty’s stompy dance is so much fun she ends up teaching it to everyone!

Miffy and the Leaves
A windy day sends leaves flying everywhere. Miffy has fun both tidying them up and chasing after them – and helps finish Aunt Alice’s painting along the way!

Tuesday 6th October
Miffy’s Camping Adventure
Miffy isn’t sure about camping overnight in Poppy’s back-garden tent, especially when scary shadows appear at night. But it’s only Snuffy come to join in the outdoor adventure!

Miffy’s go-cart
Grunty is rude to new boy Dan when she thinks he’s got a broken go-cart. But once it snows, it’s Grunty and Miffy’s go-cart that’s useless, and they bond over a ride on Dan’s sledge.

Wednesday 7th October
Boris Bear’s Big Bouquet
Barbara wants Boris to make up to her with a bunch of flowers, but flowers make Boris sneeze! Miffy helps him out, giving him the idea to make a bunch of flowers out of wood.

Miffy and the Toy Boat
Miffy finds a toy boat at her Grandparent’s house. It belonged to Daddy as a boy, and Grandpa before him. They all sail it together – and then they sail on Grandpa’s NEW boat!

Thursday 8th October
Miffy and the Umbrella
Miffy insists on taking her new umbrella everywhere even though it’s a sunny day. But an umbrella can be surprisingly useful, if you put your mind to it…

Miffy and the Squeaky Chair
Miffy can’t help making embarrassing squeaking noises in class – it turns out her chair is squeaky. Just the thing for making a noise like a mouse for the school song!

Did you know that Miffy celebrated her 60th birthday this year?

Here are a few facts about this classic little bunny to celebrate her anniversary:

1. Dick Bruna, Miffy’s creator, first drew sketches of a little bunny to entertain his young son whilst on a rainy seaside holiday in Holland. Each night he made up stories about the bunny and Miffy was born.

2. Miffy’s official birthday is 21 June. She shares her birthday with Prince William, and was born the same year as Bill Gates. Dick Bruna was born in 1927, the Year of the Rabbit.

3. During her 60th birthday year (2015), Miffy helped promote Le Grand Depart of the 2015 Tour de France which was held in Utrecht.

4. The first Miffy book was published in 1955, and more than 30 stories have followed. More than 85 million Miffy books have been sold worldwide.

5. Nijntje is Miffy’s name in Dutch, and it means ‘little bunny’.

6. Dick Bruna created each of his Miffy illustrations by hand using pencil & black poster paint, together with coloured card. Often it could take Dick Bruna a whole day to get her expression just right.

7. The Miffy Art Parade – which ran throughout the Netherlands – raised over 500,000 euros for UNICEF.

8. Also as part of Miffy’s 60th celebrations, a premiere in London was held for the launch of ‘Miffy the Movie’, the first ever feature length film to star the bunny. The film can be downloaded on iTunes UK and Google Play.

9. Miffy stars in a new TV show Miffy’s Adventures Big and Small which airs in the UK on Tiny Pop every day at 7:30am and 7pm. The series stars Miffy and her friends exploring the world around them and enjoying fun adventures along the way.

10. From February 2016, a brand new interactive museum for families will open in Miffy’s home town of Utrecht. The Miffy Museum will allow children to discover the world around them whilst they play. http://www.miffymuseum.com

On 21^st June, Miffy is celebrating her 61^st birthday! If you need ideas for birthday gifts for friends or family, here’s a selection from Miffy:

This beautiful crochet Miffy, £18, comes complete with a party crown and pretty yellow dress – this summer’s key fashion colour. In addition, there are different dresses to buy (£8 each) – so you can change Miffy’s outfit when you like. Stylish yet fun, this is an ideal gift for fashion-conscious Miffy fans as well as pre-schoolers.

With this cute Miffy tee, £7.90, the party doesn’t stop! New from UNIQLO, the tee is perfect for girls or boys and features a delightful illustration of Miffy and her friends having a party in the garden. How lovely!

If you know a little one that loves playing games, why don’t you get them this Miffy Bowling Set, £20? It includes 6 soft cones and 2 soft balls, all made from durable, plastic – so ideal for indoor or outdoor use. Each pin features a cute illustration of Miffy and her friends. Hours of guaranteed fun!

The birthday girl or boy will need something to carry all of their presents in and what better way than a cute Miffy tote, £6.99? The bag features a bright image of Miffy with a balloon, no doubt from a party, and it’s sure to add a stylish POP to any birthday outfit!

Hip hip hooray! What a way to end a fun party; sit down and listen to a lovely Miffy story. The classic hardback, ‘miffy’s birthday’, £5, is all about Miffy’s big day and features Dick Bruna’s iconic illustrations. It even comes in a large format, £7, so you could use it for a calming ‘storytime’ to round off your child’s birthday party.

On 21^st June, Miffy is celebrating her 62^nd birthday! Hip, hip, hooray!

If it’s your birthday soon or you’re organising a party for someone special, Miffy has rounded up the best products for you, from party wear to gifts for the birthday boy or girl:

 1. Miffy party range, from £4, Miffy Shop

Miffy has just launched a new range of bright and colourful party wear, perfect for celebrating those all-important birthday milestones. The range comprises paper cups and plates, napkins, and balloons, all beautifully designed using an illustration of Miffy with her favourite balloon!

2. ‘miffy’s birthday’ book, £4.99, Waterstones

Hip, hip, hooray! It’s Miffy’s birthday and her friends have all bought her lovely presents. Grandpa and Grandma Bunny give her a very special present – but you’ll have to read the story if you want to find out what it is! Part of the Miffy series of hardback storybooks written and illustrated by Dick Bruna, this is a keepsake gift to be passed down the generations.

3. Miffy printed top for babies, £4.99, H&M

Celebrate Miffy’s birthday in style with this adorable short-sleeved top in soft cotton jersey. It even comes complete with a printed Miffy motif on the front so your little one feels party-ready. Available in ages 4-24 months.

4. Miffy wrapping paper, £4.50 for three sheets, Five Little Diamonds

Give the gift of Miffy, wrapped in Miffy! This bright and cheerful wrapping paper is enough to make any birthday girl or boy smile on their special day.

5. Personalised Miffy birthday cards, prices vary, Moonpig

Wish your loved one a very “Happy birthday” with a personalised Miffy card from Moonpig. The range features fun pictures from the popular TV series Miffy’s Adventures: Big and Small.

6. Miffy mug, £10 each (bone or china), Miffy Shop

Settle down after a long day of celebrations with a hot chocolate in a Miffy mug! Choose from bone china or enamel and pick your favourite design. There’s even a stylish Miffy coaster to pop it down on once you’ve finished!

United in finding beauty through simplicity and clean lines, Strathberry has embarked on a limited-edition collaboration with Miffy for her 65^th birthday! Hip, hip, hooray!

Miffy appears on iconic Strathberry silhouettes, and two signature colour palettes combine to create a playful range both inherently Strathberry and quintessentially Miffy.

The Dick Bruna ethos of simplicity and curiosity resonates with the Strathberry approach towards design, where powerful storytelling originates from recognisable shapes and colours.

Fans will be able to choose from a selection of handbags, mini bags and purses all adorned with simple yet stylish illustrations of Miffy.

Prices range from £135 to £525 – you can view the full collection, which launches on 21^st June 2020, here: https://www.strathberry.com/

Miffy is launching her first UK jewellery collection to mark her 65^th anniversary on 21^st June.

Licensed to Charm will release a range of stylish necklaces, bracelets, hoop and stud earrings, and charms so you can celebrate Miffy’s birthday in style.

Choose from gold or silver jewellery featuring Miffy’s head or full body and other iconic items like tulips, buttons and daisies.

You can also buy individual mini charms to add some Miffy style to your favourite existing jewellery pieces. Cute!

View the full range here: https://bit.ly/30Rqwma

Miffy turns 65 today – to celebrate, we’re launching a range of exciting products for the whole family to enjoy! Hip, hip, hooray!

Tobias & the Bear

Miffy has teamed up with baby and children’s clothing brand, Tobias & the Bear, to launch her third capsule collection! Visit their website to be the first to hear when the range drops. https://www.tobiasandthebear.com/pages/miffy

Miffy Shop

A set of 65^th anniversary enamel pins are launching from the Miffy Shop – choose from some of the most iconic Miffy illustrations and jazz up your jacket! https://miffyshop.co.uk/

Stitch & Story

Stitch & Story is back by popular demand, with some new do-it-yourself craft kits. You can now make Miffy wearing her special party dress or choose from her friends – Melanie, Boris or Poppy – who are all launching on 26^th June. https://www.stitchandstory.com/collections/miffy/products/birthday-miffy-amigurumi-crochet-kit

Truffle Shuffle

New clothing designs have hopped their way onto the Truffle Shuffle website, including these sweet tees and sweaters! https://www.truffleshuffle.co.uk/fairytales-and-books/miffy

Things you may have forgotten…

Thames & Hudson has released a special book titled The Illustrators: Dick Bruna, a fascinating introduction to the art and techniques of the illustrator who, in Miffy, ‘created one of the most recognizable characters in the world’ (The New York Times). https://thamesandhudson.com/dick-bruna-9780500094136

Selfridges stocks a range of sweet and stylish baby products, suitable for a new-born and the ideal gift for a baby shower. https://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/cat/kids/miffy/

Help our NHS Heroes has designed a range of Miffy tees and mugs, with 100% of profits from every sale going to the NHS Charities Together Covid-19 Appeal. https://www.helpournhsheroes.com/collections/miffy

Miffy’s favourite part of a party is socialising with her friends and eating some delicious cake! Everyone knows that a Miffy cake is the perfect way to celebrate any occasion. Today, Miffy will be baking a cake to mark a friend’s first birthday – but you could change the decorations to make it for any age!

The recipe:

• Make your fondant Miffy a little while before the big day, so the decorations have time to dry before going on top of the cake.
• Use white fondant to roll out shapes for the head and ears, then used a combination of golden yellow and lemon yellow fondant for the dress before shaping them out. Use a cocktail stick to connect the head to the body. Pop a cocktail stick in the bottom so you will be able to attach Miffy to the cake. When Miffy has been assembled, use an edible marker to add the details to her face.
• Make a #1 out of orange fondant and pop a cocktail stick in the bottom so it can easily be secured onto the cake. You could swap the #1 out for any number depending on the age. Then pop your fondant somewhere safe until the night before the occasion as it is time to make the cake.

• You could use a basic cake recipe or make it a little more exciting with a rainbow cake! All you need to do is make a vanilla cake batter, separate it out into four bowls and add a different food colouring into each batter. Then bake each coloured batter in four different 10-inch cake pans.
• After the cakes have baked and cooled, you can fill each layer with lemon whipped cream. Just add some lemon juice and lemon zest to freshly whipped cream.

• To frost the cake, cover the top and sides with a coating of buttercream frosting, let it rest in the fridge for about 30 minutes, and then add a final coat and smooth it out with a spatula.
• This step is optional, but you could pipe a beaded border along the bottom of the cake, using a disposable pastry bag fitted with a medium round tip to make it look extra fancy!
• Finally, all you need to do is add the adorable fondant toppers to the cake. Use a bit of frosting on the bottom of the toppers to keep them in place.

Recipe credit – http://i-heart-baking.blogspot.com/2017/04/miffy-first-birthday-cake-with-handmade.html

Miffy celebrated her birthday on the 21^st June; her favourite part was having a party, of course! She has lots of decorations that she uses to make every party a success. Find out Miffy’s favourites below.

Cupcake cases

A birthday party is never complete without eating some delicious cake! Bake a tray of your own birthday cupcakes using these sweet Miffy cupcake cases.

Purchase the cupcake cases HERE.

You could even make Miffy-themed cupcakes using this sweet recipe: https://thesimple-sweetlife.com/miffy-cupcakes/#tasty-recipes-5941

Miffy 1^st birthday balloons

Let everyone know it’s your little ones first birthday with this sweet pack of eight birthday balloons. Combine the balloons with other products from Miffy’s birthday celebrations line to create a truly memorable experience!

Purchase the Miffy 1^st Birthday Balloons here: https://miffyshop.co.uk/products/miffy-1st-birthday-balloons-pack-of-8

Miffy Dress up costume

Make your birthday party a costume party and celebrate in style with the sweetest dress up outfit ever! The Miffy dress up costume is available in three different kids sizes so young Miffy fans can enjoy pretending to be their favorite bunny for a day!

Purchase the dress up costume here: https://miffyshop.co.uk/products/miffy-dress-up-costume

Miffy and Ducks: thank you card set

Just because the party is over, doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! Thank your guests for attending the party and bringing gifts with these charming Miffy thank you cards. You can customise the luxurious cards then handwrite a meaningful note or let your little one use their imagination to thank their guests!

Purchase the Miffy and Ducks: Thank you Card Set from Papier here: https://www.papier.com/miffy-and-ducks-23945

Find even more Miffy birthday party products here: https://miffyshop.co.uk/collections/birthday-party-supplies

Miffy’s favourite day of the year is coming up on the 21^st June… her birthday! If you have a loved one who has a summer birthday like Miffy, or if you’re stuck for gift ideas, read on to be inspired by Miffy’s list of amazing birthday gifts!

Extra-large Corduroy Miffy

This gift is perfect for the avid Miffy fan in your life. If they already love their Miffy toys and accessories, why not step it up by gifting them an adorable 50cm corduroy Miffy soft toy? Not only is it the perfect size for a cuddly toy, but its filling is made from 100% recycled PET bottles.

Buy it here – https://miffyshop.co.uk/collections/new-arrivals/products/miffy-corduroy-white-extra-large

Personalised Miffy Charm

If you’re searching for the perfect gift for a special birthday, anniversary, or just want to surprise your jewellery-loving best friend, this personalised Miffy charm is for you. Engrave the pendant with their name, a special date, their zodiac sign or even their favourite motto!

Buy it here – https://licensedtocharm.com/catalog/product/view/id/5916/s/miffy-personalised-small-disc-necklace/category/276/

Miffy Phone Charger

Whether you’re buying for that one friend who always uses your phone charger, or someone who simply loves everything adorable, this pink multi-cabled charger is the perfect gift. Not only does it come with the cutest Miffy figurine, but it also features three retractable cables!

Buy it here – https://www.mipow.com/products/3-in-1-retractable-cable

Oven Dish

Miffy-shaped crumble, anyone?  The cooking fanatic in your life will love being gifted their very own Miffy oven dish – just be prepared to be served Miffy-shaped brownies next time you’re invited round.

Buy it here – https://miffyshop.co.uk/collections/new-arrivals/products/oven-dish-miffy

Wrapping Paper

Now you have plenty of gift ideas, it’s time to think about wrapping paper! If you want your gift to stick out from the rest, Miffy wrapping paper is sure to do the job.

Shop here – https://miffyshop.co.uk/collections/gifts/products/miffy-alphabet-animals-gift-wrap

Miffy’s 68^th birthday is on the 21^st June! In 1955, Dick Bruna first created Miffy and since she has brought joy to many fans around the world. To celebrate this special day, we have put together a list of things to do to celebrate Miffy.

Get out into the garden

Miffy adores spending time in her beautiful garden, and she’s shared so many gardening tips and tricks with us over the years. Why not celebrate Miffy by drawing pictures of her favourite flower, tulips? You can also try planting your very own flowers – cherry trees, pansies, and snowdrops. Or explore her classic book, “Miffy’s Garden.”

Get baking

Birthdays are all about sharing sweet treats, and Miffy is no exception! The baking-loving bunny has shared some delightful recipes on her blog, including hot cross bunnies, gingerbread bunnies, and irresistible carrot cupcakes. Why not whip up one of Miffy’s favourite recipes? Don’t forget to tag Miffy in your culinary creations to spread the birthday cheer!

Treat yourself

It’s Miffy’s special day, but that doesn’t mean you can’t spoil yourself too! Explore the Miffy Shop and discover a range of personalised goodies that will make your heart hop with joy. Whether it’s a Miffy bag, water bottle, pencil case, or mug, you can find the perfect item to showcase your love for our delightful bunny.

Wish Miffy a happy birthday

Last but certainly not least, don’t forget to send Miffy your warmest birthday wishes on the 21^st June! Whether it’s through a social media post, a DM on Instagram, or even a hand-drawn card, let Miffy know just how much joy she has brought into your life. After all, birthdays are all about love and appreciation!

Gather your carrot-themed baking ingredients, put on your gardening gloves, and get ready to celebrate Miffy’s 68th birthday in the most amazing way possible! Let’s make this a day to remember and show our favourite bunny just how much she means to all of us. Happy birthday, Miffy! Here’s to many more years of joy, laughter, and carrot-filled adventures!

Miffy has some big news – our favourite bunny is teaming up with bubble tea experts, Bubbleology, for an unmissable drink this spring!

To continue her 70^th birthday celebrations, a limited-edition Miffy Carrot Cake Milk Tea will be available from 3rd March to 1st June 2025!

This drink is a mixture of the comforting flavours of carrot cake with a delicious blend of carrot, vanilla, and warm spices. Paired with caramelised tapioca pearls and topped with a swirl of whipped cream, a dusting of cinnamon, and Biscoff crumbs, it’s a flavourful twist on a classic dessert!

After all, what’s better than carrot cake? Carrot cake flavoured bubble tea, of course!

And the fun doesn’t stop there… Miffy will make a special visit to Bubbleology’s Westfield London store on 18th and 19th April, bringing extra scoops of hugs, hops, and photo opportunities for your feed. 

This un-bun-lievable flavour combination is the perfect twist on Miffy’s birthday cake! Get down to your nearest Bubbleology to join the party!

Miffy has even more exciting news this month – how lucky are you?! Miffy and the Artists is launching on the 27^th March.

In this adorable introduction to art, Miffy explores iconic works with the help of bold, simple illustrations from Dick Bruna. Her adventures are paired with iconic pieces from artists like Frida Kahlo, Yayoi Kusama, Barbara Hepworth and Henri Matisse.

Miffy’s curiosity shines through every page! Each spread includes a simple statement about the artist and questions that encourage children to observe the artwork more closely, making it a wonderful way for children and their families to discover art together.

Published to celebrate Miffy’s 70th birthday this year, this charming book is perfect for budding artists, curious little minds, and families.

Pre-order the book here – https://www.waterstones.com/book/miffy-and-the-artists/dick-bruna/9780500653784

And if you’re feeling inspired and fancy even more art, Miffy’s 70th Birthday exhibition is running at Leeds City Museum! Discover Dick Bruna’s design magic through his original sketches, drawings, posters, logos, and more – plus there’s a craft, reading, and play area for children to enjoy.

Find out more here – https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/pQdMnCd/miffy-s-70th-birthday

Let us know who your favourite artist is below!

Miffy is making spring extra special with her very own garden at Changi Airport, Singapore! As part of the celebrations for her 70th birthday, Miffy’s Garden has blossomed into a magical world filled with her joy. Let’s take a peek at all the adorable fun waiting for you!

Picture perfect spots

Upgrade your IG feed with the cutest photos at Miffy’s Garden! The star of the show? A giant Miffy who stands proudly in the centre of the garden. Located in the public area of Terminal 3’s Departure Hall, she’s surrounded by a blanket of tulips and a bright, cheery hot air balloon! It’s the perfect spot to step into Miffy’s storybook world and snap some adorable pics.

Miffy’s playground fun

Just a hop, skip, and a jump away, you’ll find Miffy’s Playground—a bouncy, inflatable wonderland that little ones will absolutely love! With a fun ball pit, children can bounce and play to their heart’s content. Tickets are required for entry and can be booked in advance. Better yet, if you’re shopping or dining at Changi Airport, you can grab a special discounted pass.

Take home a little Miffy magic

Want to bring home some Miffy goodness? From March 14^th to May 12^th, when you spend S$50 (S$80 for supermarket) at participating outlets in T1 – T4 public areas you can receive an exclusive Miffy merch including a complimentary luggage tag!

Find out more here – https://www.changiairport.com/en/happenings/events-directory/miffy-garden.html