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Miffy XL lamp from Mr Maria, Dutch design studio! Cute Nijntje bunny light, Scottish Fold cat.

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Miffy (or Nijntje) is one of my favorite characters, and my earless cat appears to agree.

The cute bunny comes from the Netherlands — not Japan, as many mistakenly believe — and was first introduced in Dick Bruna’s 1955 book.

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Miffy is more selective about design partnerships than Hello Kitty, so her products tend to be of higher quality, like this tissue-dispensing toy from Hong Kong.

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Last week, a big box arrived from Amsterdam. Basil Farrow investigates: are those rabbit ears inside?

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Indeed. Design studio Mr Maria sent us this incredible lamp, shaped like a seated Miffy!

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I’m an interior design fanatic, and this playful company makes some of the most creative and beautiful lights I’ve seen.

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The photos speak for themselves. Miffy XL appeals to kids (and cats!), and brightens up any modern home.

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Mr Maria lights up other whimsical creatures: Anana the elephant, Nanuk the bear, Kokeshi the Japanese child.

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There’s also a Miffy cloud lamp that descends from the ceiling, and a Snuffy dog for children to ride.

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The indie duo’s motto – “We don’t make products, we create stars” – especially rings true at night.

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Miffy XL has several brightness settings. The lamp uses LED white light, which consumes almost no energy and lasts basically forever.

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Since LEDs don’t radiate heat, these lamps are child (and pet) safe. Basil Farrow loves the calming, diffuse light.

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My architect father gives the construction two thumbs up. “Simplicity in design, no need for assembly or replacement parts, just plug and play.”

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Thank you Mr Maria — your designs are pure magic! The Dutch design studio often does giveaways, so keep note of their website and Facebook.

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Even with all these rabbits around, Basil Farrow remains the Pharaoh.

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For more of my fat-faced cat, visit his Facebook and see our daily photos on Twitter and Instagram.

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Are you a fan of Miffy the Bunny? Isn’t this the greatest lamp in the universe?

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38 Comments

  1. Princess
    Posted July 6, 2013 at 7:48 pm | Permalink

    cute!

  2. Demitra
    Posted July 6, 2013 at 7:49 pm | Permalink

    oh Basil,i love you!!

  3. Greta
    Posted July 6, 2013 at 7:49 pm | Permalink

    my lovely baby friend ..love you ..best wishes for you

  4. BB
    Posted July 6, 2013 at 7:49 pm | Permalink

    those cute paws!

  5. DarkFire
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 5:17 am | Permalink

    what’s up la carmina? ^_^

  6. Art Vixen
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 5:17 am | Permalink

    Cute lamps! I also liked the Kokeshi lamp. Nice that they don’t get hot with the LEDs.

  7. Isabelle
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 5:18 am | Permalink

    Ok now I must get the Miffy lamp for my new home. thank you for showing us Mr Maria!

  8. MelissaR
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 5:45 am | Permalink

    This is the CUTEST photo shoot ever! Basil & Miffy are TOO CUTE! Especially the pic with Basil’s pink tongue! I need a Miffy lamp now!

  9. LAURA
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 6:30 pm | Permalink

    What a sweet little guy! ^^ the bunny too!

  10. Leyla Virani
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 6:39 pm | Permalink

    hahah! basil does not look amused! hehe!

  11. Krystle
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 7:01 pm | Permalink

    ITS SO CUTE! :DDD

  12. Willie
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 7:40 pm | Permalink

    ” I’m just trying to fit in, mom…like make friends???”

  13. Cheryl
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 10:45 pm | Permalink

    Very very handsome

  14. Kathy
    Posted July 7, 2013 at 10:45 pm | Permalink

    Love Basil!

  15. Lotthia
    Posted July 8, 2013 at 5:46 pm | Permalink

    OMG ADORABLE!!

  16. Niko
    Posted July 8, 2013 at 6:35 pm | Permalink

    I’m copying this lamp idea, as well as your hair XD

  17. gala
    Posted July 8, 2013 at 7:38 pm | Permalink

    super cute!

  18. Silvia Je
    Posted July 8, 2013 at 7:44 pm | Permalink

    This Miffy lamp is so cute and the photos of Basil too!! ;)

  19. Maggie
    Posted July 9, 2013 at 2:50 pm | Permalink

    For the love of, Miffy is too cute with Basil Farrow. I’ll have to show my (interior designer) Mom the lamp, it’s awesome.

    -Maggie
    http://www.maggiefinejewelry.com

    • lacarmina
      Posted July 10, 2013 at 12:24 am | Permalink

      Aww I hope she likes it! Please let me know what she thinks!

      • Maggie
        Posted July 17, 2013 at 4:36 pm | Permalink

        Mom says:
        “Cute. “To know Miffy is to love Miffy”. We need to know more about Miffy!”

  20. Mindy
    Posted July 9, 2013 at 6:41 pm | Permalink

    I need that lamp!!!

  21. Mindy
    Posted July 9, 2013 at 6:41 pm | Permalink

    and a cat like that cutie!

  22. Jon
    Posted July 9, 2013 at 6:56 pm | Permalink

    I like the Miffy lamp….to cute….. :)

  23. Karina
    Posted July 9, 2013 at 7:36 pm | Permalink

    luv u Basil!

  24. Cool Kids Company
    Posted July 9, 2013 at 11:16 pm | Permalink

    All Mr Maria lamps will soon be in stock and available in the U.S. through Cool Kids Company http://www.coolkidscompany.com/

  25. Kizi 10
    Posted July 12, 2013 at 2:05 am | Permalink

    It was cute.

  26. yepi
    Posted July 13, 2013 at 3:22 pm | Permalink

    wow! this idea very great. i really very like

  27. yepi 10
    Posted July 21, 2013 at 2:53 am | Permalink

    wow! look them really cute and lovely. The cute bunny comes from the Netherlands

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