17 Babushka Dolls Mums Recommend

Doll in doll, shape in shape and animals of graduating sizes – Babushka dolls are just too cute.

Babushka dolls are fun sets of figures of decreasing size that are placed one inside the other. Also known as Matryoshka, stacking dolls, Russian dolls or nesting dolls, they’ve been around since 1890 but put aside the traditional image, matryoshka has been totally modernised for the tots of today.

We’ve uncovered 17 of the best nesting dolls and put them in this handy list. Ranging from people to penguins and almost everything in between, they’re guaranteed to appeal to both the young and young at heart.

What to look for when buying babushka dolls

Design – A babushka set is a family in itself, so consider the whole cast and how well they connect and tell a story.

Material – Will the nesting dolls be for display or play, or both? Pick durable materials if you intend for the set to be played with by little hands.

Size (especially the baby babushka) – Larger babushka sets are more suitable for babies and toddlers to grip, open and close. They’re also a safer choice because often the littlest babushka in a standard set might be tempting for tiny mouths.

17 cute and quirky babushka dolls

A babushka doll will surprise and delight for many years. We’ve stacked up countless options to bring you a selection that we love. In this list, you’re bound to find a theme that suits your child’s personality to a T.

In no particular order, here they are:

Babies

Rosa & Bo Nesting Babies ($45)

Large and light enough for little hands to hold, there are three different visually stimulating colourways to choose from. The best is saved to last – Bo the bunny might be the smallest, but adds a surprising musical element when he chimes.

Wombats

Marmalade Lion Wombat Nesting Dolls ($59)

We love how each wombat represents a different emotion and special character of its own. Arriving with an easy-to-read book, Cheery, Grumpy, Heartfelt, Teary and Sleepy form a beautiful, educational keepsake that they’ll treasure.

Arctic

Sunnylife Explorer Nested Buddies ($34.95)

Many arctic adventures can be created using these aqua-loving nested buddies. A set of five in the sweetest shades, let this walrus and his seal and penguin friends provide your child with hours of delight, and look great in their playroom whilst they’re at it.

Family

Mimidollz Personalised Nesting Dolls ($178.60)

Furry friends and even your facade are included in this babushka set starring the coolest characters on the block: you! Fully customisable for up to four family members, your expressions, clothing and colouring are expertly hand-painted onto linden wooden dolls.

Acorns

Raduga Grez Matryoshka Acorns ($99)

In the form of adorable acorns, the traditional babushka is given a whimsical woodland twist. Carefully sanded smooth to create a sensory, velvety texture and lightly painted to allow the wood grain to show through, they’re keepsakes to treasure.

Colourful

Omm Designs Nesting Dolls ($39)

It’s hard not to giggle when you see this gang’s funny expressions! The colourful, retro critters with cute ears are perfect for playing, displaying or storing treasures.