If you’re a proud owner of a Tatty Teddy, you’ll want to keep him looking his very best, but as each and every Tatty Teddy is handmade and often travels to you in the post, your Tatty Teddy might look a little less than perfect when he arrives. Tatty Teddy’s fur may be a bit flat, or his stuffing may have shifted a little in transit. Don’t worry! There’s a simple, playful trick to help Tatty Teddy look his very best again….

The Magic of the Upside-Down Shake

Hold Tatty Teddy gently by his legs and give a few gentle shakes upside down to redistribute his stuffing and fluff up his fur. It’s a quick fix that will make Tatty Teddy look as good as new—no bath or brush required!

Step-by-Step: How to Fluff Up Your Tatty Teddy

Hold your Tatty Teddy by his legs—make sure you have a gentle grip. Turn him upside down so his head is pointing towards the floor. Give him a few gentle shakes—not too hard! Just enough to move the stuffing around. Turn Tatty Teddy right side up and give him a little hug. You’ll notice Tatty Teddy looks plumper and fluffier already! Smooth out the fur with your hands if needed, and your Tatty Teddy is ready for more cuddles.

Why It Works

Every Tatty Teddy is handmade and his unique design means he’s extra soft and squishy, perfect for hugs. But that also means his stuffing can shift over time. Shaking Tatty Teddy upside down helps the filling spread out evenly, so Tatty Teddy retains his adorable shape.

A Little TLC Goes a Long Way

Remember, your Tatty Teddy loves a bit of attention! Regularly fluffing will keeps him looking his very best.