Own a TV? Then there's a fairly high chance you've come across the characters in this blog post. Every TV show worth its salt has a certain amount of merchandise, all ready for the kids to fall in love with and their parents to fork out for.
Cynical, moi?
Saying that, there are some really soft toy versions of the popular TV shows. Who can resist a cuddly version of Tigger from Winnie the Pooh, like the one on the right? (Disney Store, £35)
So, if you're going to invest in a cuddly version of your favourite show, or an action figure to re-enact their favourite scene, here are a few of the cutest.
Giant Peppa Pig Talking Soft Toy, Large image, ToysRUs, £12.49
Doctor Who Matt Smith The Eleventh Doctor: Crash set, Top left, Amazon, £13.79
In The Night Garden Wrist Rattles, Middle left, Amazon, £4.24
Postman Pat plush, Bottom left, Woolworths, £8
Iron Man 2 Mask, Bottom middle left, Argos, £6.74
Astro Boy Action figure, Bottom middle right, ToysRUs, £11.99
Dora Loves Puppy Pet Sitter, Top right, ToysRUs, £24.99