HONOLULU (KHON2) — Easter is around the corner, and you probably still have a lot to plan for. There’s the family Easter meal, the special Easter clothing, Easter baskets and the ever-popular Easter eggs.
But with eggs being incredibly expensive and hard to find, you’re going to need some alternatives to make your keiki smile.
Three toys that can fill the void are hugely popular with both children and adults and are becoming collectible items.
1. Labubu
Labubu is a fun and furry creature from a storybook called The Monsters by artist Kasing Lung. She’s not a bunny, even though she has pointy ears. She’s an elf-like monster with a big smile that show nine sharp teeth.
The toy first came out in 2015 and became super famous in 2024 when K-pop star Lisa from BLACKPINK showed her Labubu online.
Labubu may look a little naughty, but she’s actually kind, playful and loves helping others. All Labubu tribe members are girls! Her friends include a skeleton named Tycoco (who might be her boyfriend!), the dreamy Pato and the river elf Pippo.
You can find Labubu in different colors, sizes and styles; and some even come in surprise blind boxes. People love collecting Labubu, and her special editions sell out fast.
2. Sonny Angel
Sonny Angel is a cute little angel boy figure with a unique headpiece that’s made to bring smiles and happiness. He’s been around for 20 years and continues to be loved by people all over the world.
You can place him by your bed, on your desk or at the entrance of your home; and he’ll help cheer you up with his gentle smile. And there are many different Sonny Angel series to collect.
Sonny Angel also comes with matching bags and pouches decorated with cute embroidery that make him a fun part of everyday life and fashion.
These are the top 10 Sonny Angels for Easter basket gifts:
- Animal Series Bunny is perfect for spring and Easter vibes.
- Cherry Blossom Series (Hanami Edition) is seasonal and adorable.
- Kiss Kiss Series is a collection of sweet colors and heart designs.
- Animal Series Chick is a classic Easter symbol.
- My Bestie Case makes any Sonny Angel gift portable and extra fun.
- Bunny Series Sonny Angels is a perfect Easter fit with pastel colors and floppy ears.
- Easter Series (Limited Editions): Think eggs, flowers and seasonal sparkle.
- Fruit or Flower Series is bright, juicy, and fun just like your Easter jellybeans. While the floral-crowned angels bring a fresh bouquet to any basket.
- Marine Series: Because who wouldn’t want a tiny dolphin or sea turtle angel?
- HIPPERS (Hook-On Angels) are great for attaching to baskets, backpacks or desk edges.
3. Tayto Potato Blind Box
The Tayto Potato Blind Box is a fun and surprising toy for anyone who loves cute collectibles. Inside each box is one of four adorable Tayto Potato figurines, but you won’t know which one you get until you open it.
That’s what makes these figurines so exciting. Each figure has its own silly personality and design that make them perfect for desks, bedrooms or anywhere you want a little fun.
They’re great gifts for kids, friends or anyone who enjoys playful things like mini toys or fun desk accessories; and they make awesome basket stuffers or surprise treats.
Whether you collect them all or just love the mystery, Tayto Potatoes are sure to make you smile.
These are the four Tayto Potato figures you can find in their Blind Box series.
- Tayto Boba Potato: Tayto enjoying a refreshing boba drink, complete with a straw and cup detail.
- Tayto Floatie Potato: Depicts Tayto lounging in a pool floatie, perfect for summer vibes.
- Tayto Dumpling Potato: A unique design featuring Tayto nestled inside a dumpling wrapper.
- Gold Tayto Potato: A rare, metallic gold version of Tayto, adding a shiny treasure to your collection.
4. Miffy Blind Box
Miffy is a cute little bunny who has become a favorite character around the world. She was created by Dutch artist Dick Bruna in 1955 and was first inspired by a real rabbit he saw while telling bedtime stories to his son.
Miffy is known for her simple, clean design with bold lines and bright colors. Even though people often think she’s a Japanese character, she’s actually from the Netherlands. In Dutch, her name is “Nijntje”, which means “little bunny”.
Miffy is the star of more than 30 children’s books and has appeared in many languages, making her an international favorite. Her name, “Miffy”, was chosen because it’s easy to say in many languages, even though it doesn’t have a special meaning.
Even though she doesn’t have one “best friend,” Miffy has a whole group of lovable characters who share her kind and curious spirit. With the Miffy Blind Box, you won’t know which character from Miffy’s world you get until you open it.
These are the top 10 Miffy characters
- Miffy Doing Things Blind Box Figure: Each surprise box includes one of six adorable Miffy figures, like Miffy swimming, jumping rope, on the phone, holding a bear, holding a basket or playing ping pong. You never know which one you’ll get, so collect them all and add extra fun to your day.
- Miffy in the Snow Blind Box Figure: Each surprise figure brings festive cheer, like Miffy skiing, sledding, gifting or with a Christmas tree. Don’t miss flocked Snowman Boris, too. Unwrap the magic and collect them all.
- Miffy Goes Pastel Blind Box Figure: Each surprise box features a colorful bunny like pink, yellow, purple, green, orange or blue Miffy to brighten your day. Cute, calming and collectible, Miffy hops into your heart.
- Miffy Goes Outside Blind Box Figure: Each surprise figure shows Miffy enjoying adorable adventures like flying a kite, eating a sandwich, riding a scooter or picnicking. Whether she’s in a cute blue or yellow swimsuit, each Miffy adds charm to your collection.
You can find these figures online or you can pop by the local shop Vim ‘N Vigor in Ala Moana to find these cute, fun toys for your keiki’s Easter basket or for your own collection.
So, as you plan and prep for Easter Sunday, take time to appreciate the little things in life and the joy they bring to your keiki.