Once Upon a Toy Box

12/08/2025

Behind the scenes of our stop-motion video setup using Maileg Pixy Elves, Jellycat plush, and hand-crafted miniature forest scenes inspired by "The Little Forest Keepers" by Mary Lundquist. 🎥🌲

*✨ Go behind the scenes as we create a cozy stop-motion world inspired by “The Little Forest Keepers”! ✨In this video, we take you into the creative process—...

11/20/2025

❄️✨ Step into a snowy, magical world! ✨❄️

Our new stop-motion retelling of The Little Forest Keepers by Mary Lundquist brings this gentle winter story to life using Maileg Pixy Elves and an adorable Jellycat forest friend. Handmade sets, soft textures, and whimsical details create a cozy woodland adventure perfect for kids, parents, teachers, and fans of Maileg & Jellycat.

In this heartwarming tale, two tiny forest keepers discover kindness, warmth, and the joy of helping others on a snowy day. This calming stop-motion style is ideal for winter storytime, classroom viewing, or anyone who loves peaceful, beautifully crafted children’s content.

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Perfect for kids’ storytime, winter read-alouds, Maileg collectors, and fans of gentle picture-book animations and handmade stop-motion films.Experience the ...

10/31/2025

A cozy stop-motion story using Maileg toys — perfect for kids, parents, and teachers who love learning life lessons through play. 🌟📚

A cozy stop-motion story using Maileg toys — perfect for kids, parents, and teachers who love learning life lessons through play. 🌟📚Step into a world where...

05/02/2025

Magic has opened the toy box once again! Will the dinosaurs love Daisy back? Watch and see!

On a stormy afternoon, little Daisy explores her grandfather’s attic and uncovers something unexpected—an old worn box filled with her father’s favorite chil...

01/06/2025

Step into the enchanting world of 'A Very Busy Year' by Leo Lionni with this behind-the-scenes video! Join us as we unbox the adorable Maileg twin mice, Willie and Winnie, who bring this charming children's story to life. Watch the crafting of the star of the show—an apple tree—and uncover the magic behind the scenes as we create seasonal touches like falling leaves, shimmering snow, and a delightful snow mouse. A heartwarming journey into the art and imagination behind the story awaits!

Step into the enchanting world of 'A Very Busy Year' by Leo Lionni with this behind-the-scenes video! Join us as we unbox the adorable Maileg twin mice, Will...

01/06/2025

Step into the enchanting world of 'A Very Busy Year' by Leo Lionni with this behind-the-scenes video! Join us as we unbox the adorable Maileg twin mice, Willie and Winnie, who bring this charming children's story to life. Watch the crafting of the star of the show—an apple tree—and uncover the magic behind the scenes as we create seasonal touches like falling leaves, shimmering snow, and a delightful snow mouse. A heartwarming journey into the art and imagination behind the story awaits!

Step into the enchanting world of 'A Very Busy Year' by Leo Lionni with this behind-the-scenes video! Join us as we unbox the adorable Maileg twin mice, Will...

01/02/2025

January... the beginning of another very busy year! Visit and subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch more children's stories come to life straight from the toy box!

09/29/2024

I’m sorry we’ve been missing, too. But we’re finally back! A new video has now been added to our YouTube channel and it’s so sweet! Head over and watch the heartwarming story about bravery and friendship when a shy little mushroom decides to venture out into the big scary forest to find his lost best friend. Don’t you miss ‘Gustav is Missing’ by Andrea Zuill.

09/22/2024

Will Little Cap find his lost best friend??

https://youtu.be/SzBMIMZgs3g