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Getting Started with Your Maileg Collection
Maileg’s charming little mice, bunnies, and miniature worlds have captured the hearts of children and collectors around the world. With their timeless design, high-quality craftsmanship, and endless opportunities for imaginative play, Maileg toys aren’t just toys; they’re cherished companions and storytelling catalysts that spark creativity and joy across generations.
To learn more about Maileg (including how to pronounce it), Check out our blog: Discovering Maileg
If you’re just beginning your Maileg journey, this guide is here to help you build a collection that feels personal and magical, perfectly suited to your family’s style and play preferences. Whether you’re searching for a special gift or starting a new heirloom tradition, we’ll walk you through the best ways to create a world where your Maileg characters can come to life full of charm, adventure, and endless possibilities.
Understand the Maileg Sizing System
Maileg toys come in a variety of sizes and figuring out what fits where can be confusing at first! Knowing the difference between Micro, Mini, and Mouse sizes will help you choose the right accessories and furniture from the start.
A quick guide to Maileg sizes:
Baby Mouse – The tiniest size, often in matchboxes or prams. Fits baby furniture pieces.
Little Brother/Sister Mouse – Small and sweet, perfect for beds and chairs labelled “My” or “Micro.”
Big Brother/Sister Mouse – Slightly taller with magnetic hands for riding tricycles and holding accessories.
Mom & Dad Mice – Larger, usually for Micro furniture like armchairs and beds.
Bunnies & Rabbits (Sizes 1–5) – Taller and better suited to larger dollhouses or soft furnishings.
📝 Tip: Check the product descriptions at PlayFaire for helpful size compatibility notes before you order!
1. Start with the Maileg Characters
The heart of any Maileg collection is the adorable mice and bunnies.
They come in various sizes, from tiny babies that fit inside matchboxes to larger “big siblings” with posable arms and legs.
How to start: Choose a small mouse or bunny dressed in classic Maileg clothing to introduce the magic.
Many collectors like to start with a family group: baby, parent, and older sibling for imaginative play.
Featured Product: Maileg Big Brother (In Matchbox)
2. Create a Cozy Home
Your Maileg friends need a home! Explore Maileg’s range of dollhouses and mouse houses, designed in beautiful Nordic style. These make a perfect base for storytelling and imaginative play.
Key pieces to consider:
Mouse House starter sets — ideal for beginners
Dollhouses with detailed rooms — kitchen, bedroom, living room
Furniture sets like beds, chairs, and wardrobes — these add life to the house
Featured Product: Mouse Hole, Farmhouse & Farmhouse annex
3. Furnish your new home
Turn tiny houses into cozy homes with Maileg furniture — from charming mini kitchens to soft little rugs underfoot. It’s all in the details when it comes to magical mouse living.
Where to start:
- Add a Miniature Kitchen to spark hours of make-believe cooking
- Layer in a Maileg Rug to warm up any mousey living space
Featured Product: Miniature Kitchen
4. Add Movement and Adventure
Accessories are where the Maileg magic truly shines. Add a sprinkle of motion to your collection with tricycles, prams, and the sweetest little cars, perfect for whisking mice off on their next grand adventure. Every journey begins with a tiny set of wheels.
How to build:
Start with collectors favourite Tricyle
Collect a get mode of transport or extra outfit for your characters
Featured Product: Car, Mouse - Green
We have a curated range of Mice and accessory bundles
If you’re just starting and aren’t sure where to begin, curated bundles can be a great shortcut. These often include a character, a mode of transport (like a tricycle or car), and a small accessory — giving you an instant scene ready for play.
At PlayFaire, we offer carefully curated Maileg bundles. These are designed to spark imagination and provide great value while helping you build a thoughtful collection from day one.
5. Expand Your World Gradually
Building your Maileg collection is a joyful journey, not a race. Add new characters, furniture, and accessories slowly to create a unique world that grows with your child’s imagination.
What to add next:
New family members (siblings, grandparents)
More furniture pieces (bunk beds, kitchen sets, wardrobes)
Play themes like picnics, camping sets, or birthday parties
One of the most beautiful things about Maileg is that collections can grow slowly and meaningfully. You don’t need to buy everything at once. In fact, children often enjoy their collection more when each new item comes with a bit of anticipation and ceremony.
Ideas for building your collection over time:
Mark special occasions – birthdays, holidays, or good behaviour milestones
Let children help choose – building their own ‘wish list’ teaches decision-making and delayed gratification
Keep a collector’s journal – note when you got each piece and who it belongs to in the Maileg world
Each new mouse or chair can feel like adding a new chapter to an unfolding story.
Wrap-Up: Your Maileg Journey Starts Here
Whether you’re shopping for your child, curating a magical gift, or starting your own heirloom collection, Maileg makes it easy to fall in love. These tiny characters bring big imagination into your home — and we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Not sure where to begin?
Our team at PlayFaire is always happy to offer personalised guidance. Whether you're building a first dollhouse, choosing your first mouse, or adding to an existing family of bunnies, we know the collection inside-out and love helping customers build something meaningful.
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Shopping for someone else?
If you're buying for a child or collector who already has a growing Maileg world, a PlayFaire gift card is a thoughtful choice. It lets them choose exactly what they’re missing — from that one piece of furniture to the mouse they've been wishing for.
Let’s keep in touch
We love seeing your little worlds come to life. Tag us on Instagram @playfaire to share your setups, swaps, and seasonal scenes. Whether it's your child’s first Maileg friend or the hundredth addition to your display shelf, every story matters, and we’d love to be a part of yours.
