Product Overview
The Mumbles Zippie Penguin is a thoughtfully designed plush companion that balances charm with technical utility. Standing at a substantial 38cm, this medium-weight soft toy features a high-contrast grey and white colour palette, complemented by a textured, ditsy-spot knitted scarf and bright orange accents on the beak and feet. Unlike standard soft toys, the Zippie range is engineered specifically for the customisation market, featuring a discreet zip access at the base that allows for the temporary removal of the inner stuffing. This design choice ensures the fabric can be placed flat on branding equipment, resulting in a superior finish that is difficult to achieve on traditional plush items.
Key Features
- Complies with EN71 European Toy Safety regulations, making it safe for children of all ages from birth.
- Innovative zip access at the base allows for the removal of stuffing to facilitate direct-to-fabric customisation.
- 100% polyester plush construction provides a soft, tactile finish while maintaining structural durability.
- A generous 23.5 x 22cm print and embroidery area on the white tummy panel offers ample space for branding.
- Features sewn eyes and securely attached accents to ensure safety during use.
Design & Performance
The performance of this item lies in its versatility for decoration. The 100% polyester plush fabric is chosen for its ability to hold both intricate embroidery stitches and vibrant print pigments. Because the stuffing can be removed, the 'skin' of the penguin can be securely hooped for embroidery or laid flat on a heat press, preventing the unsightly indentation or scorching that can occur with non-zippered toys. This technical advantage ensures that the penguin retains its shape and soft feel even after a complex logo has been applied.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
This item is perfectly suited for both print and embroidery, with a dedicated white panel on the tummy designed to act as a clean canvas. Embroidery is an excellent choice for a professional and durable finish, ideal for adding names, dates, or company logos with a premium, tactile feel. For larger, more complex designs or photographic elements, our print and sublimation processes offer vibrant, high-definition results. All customisation is handled in-house at our Telford facility by a team whose expertise stretches back to our founding in 1976.
Use Cases
The Zippie Penguin is a versatile choice for a variety of sectors. It is frequently used as a personalised gift for newborns and toddlers due to its safety credentials, but it also serves as a high-quality promotional item for corporate gifting and festive marketing campaigns. Its professional appearance and customisation potential make it a popular choice for school leavers' gifts or as a branded mascot for businesses looking to add a personable touch to their merchandise range.
Why MyWorkwear
MyWorkwear has been a cornerstone of the UK garment and customisation industry since 1976. Based in Telford, we combine decades of heritage with modern technology to deliver exceptional results. Our technical knowledge of fabric and branding ensures that even a delicate item like a plush toy is treated with the same precision and care as a piece of safety equipment, ensuring your brand is represented perfectly.
Practical Advice
While the penguin is suitable for all ages, we recommend that all hang tags and plastic fasteners are removed before the item is handed to a child to ensure absolute safety. For businesses ordering in bulk, the sublimation-friendly white tummy allows for highly detailed, multi-coloured branding that remains soft to the touch.
Caring for your product
To maintain the plush texture and ensure your custom branding remains in peak condition, we recommend a gentle hand wash. Avoiding a machine cycle prevents the polyester fibres from matting and protects the integrity of the zip mechanism and any applied embroidery or print.
Do not use bleach or aggressive cleaning agents, as these will degrade the synthetic fibres and cause the colours in your custom logo to fade. After washing, the item should be air-dried. Avoid tumble drying, as high heat can damage the plush finish and cause printed designs to crack or peel.
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