Shining Light Dolls

The best way for children to learn about the Eucharist- through imaginative play! When children use their imagination to role-play scenarios they learn about them in new and deeper ways. Children that role-play the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass are more likely to understand what is happening at Mass, pay closer attention, and gain a deeper appreciation for the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Playing Mass is a beautiful and effective way for children to learn about one of the most important parts of...

Meet St. Joan of Arc!St. Joan of Arc (May 30th)Patron of: France, prisoners, soldiers, military personnel The St. Joan of Arc plush doll has arrived and is ready to inspire your little ones with her courageous faith! Handcrafted from the softest plush, and standing at 10 inches tall this St. Joan of Arc plush is sure to become your little one's favorite companion! Gorgeous embroidery details on the back of her cape and face make this piece even more of a treasure. Metallic silver fabric for...

Meet the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God!Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God (January 1st)Patron of: all humanity The very first Shining Light Dolls Plush has arrived and she is even cuter than we imagined! Handcrafted from the softest plush we could find, and standing at 10 inches tall this Mother Mary plush is sure to become your little one's favorite companion! Gorgeous embroidery details on the crown and face make this piece even more of a treasure. Mother Mary is dressed in classic blue...

Handcrafted from the softest plush we could find, and standing at 10 inches tall this Our Lady of Guadalupe plush is sure to become your little one's favorite companion! Gorgeous embroidery details on her face, and a black satin bow tied around her pregnant belly make this piece even more of a treasure. Our Lady of Guadalupe is dressed in vibrant red with yellow flowers and swirls just like the traditional image of Our Lady found in Mexico. Her bright blue mantle is covered in stars- all...

Gorgeous embroidery details on Jesus' chest and face make these pieces even more of a treasure. The Sacred Heart Jesus is dressed in classic red and white with the Sacred Heart embroidered on his chest. All dolls come tagged with feast day and patronage information, ready for gifting (if you can manage to let them go!) Plush material is surface washable. Each doll made lovingly by hand; some slight variation in height or fullness may occur due to the handmade nature of each doll, making each...

St. Francis of Assisi 10" Plush Doll Meet St. Francis of Assisi!St. Francis of Assisi (October 4th)Patron of: animals, the environment, merchants, tapestry workers St. Francis of Assisi is one of the most well known and loved saints. Founder of the Franciscan order, animal lover and church reformer. He heard God ask him to "rebuild his church"- so St. Francis went and did just that! He founded an order dedicated to living humbly and walking in the footsteps of Christ. St. Francis of Assisi...

Meet St. Nicholas, the real Santa Claus! St. Nicholas (December 6th) Patron of children, sailors, merchants, fishermen, broadcasters, brewers, repentant thieves, pharmacists, archers, pawnbrokers “The giver of every good and perfect gift has called upon us to mimic His giving, by grace, through faith, and this is not of ourselves.” -St. Nicholas St. Nicholas, the real Santa Claus! St. Nicholas was a generous hearted bishop that felt sad for the poor unwed girls in his parish that could not...

Meet Father Mark!Our new collection of Catholic Priest rag dolls are a wonderful tool to teach children about the priesthood, the liturgical year and it's colors, and the significance of the vestments worn at Mass. Each priest rag doll set comes with a priest (permanently) clothed in his daily clerical clothes (black top, pants, shoes, belt and white Roman collar). The set then also includes removable liturgical vestments including the amice, alb, cincture, 4 stoles (in red, purple, white, and...

Meet Father Paul!Our new collection of Catholic Priest rag dolls are a wonderful tool to teach children about the priesthood, the liturgical year and it's colors, and the significance of the vestments worn at Mass. Each priest rag doll set comes with a priest (permanently) clothed in his daily clerical clothes (black top, pants, shoes, belt and white Roman collar). The set then also includes removable liturgical vestments including the amice, alb, cincture, 4 stoles (in red, purple, white, and...

Meet a Guardian Angel Plush! “Beside each believer stands an Angel as protector and shepherd, leading him to life.”- St. Basil the Great Handcrafted from the softest plush we could find, this Guardian Angel plush is sure to become your little one's favorite companion! God lovingly gives us each a heavenly companion for our journeys here on Earth, a guardian angel to be with us always. Our Angel is holding a cross and rosary, reminders of Jesus and His Blessed Mother. Gorgeous embroidery...

Meet St. Joseph, foster father of Jesus!St. Joseph the worker (May 1st)Patron of: the Catholic Church, unborn children, fathers, immigrants, workers, employment, explorers, travelers, carpenters, pilgrims, realtors, against doubt and hesitation, for a happy death. Favorite of the Saints and head of the Holy Family, St. Joseph the worker is here and ready to work and pray! Handcrafted from the softest plush, and standing at 10 inches tall this St. Joseph plush is sure to become your little...

Meet St. Michael the Archangel!St. Michael the Archangel (September 29th)Patron of: police officers, military, grocers, mariners, paratroopers, firefighters, paramedics, illness, Guardian of the Catholic Church and Protector of the Jewish people St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle! The perfect companion to remind your little one that God and his friends have defeated evil! There is nothing more comforting than knowing God and his angels are watching over us. An adorable and powerful...

Meet St. Patrick! St. Patrick (March 17th) Patron of Ireland, engineers, paralegals, invoked against snakes, sins "It was in the strength of God that I went- God who turned the direction of my life to good." -St. Patrick St. Patrick is one of the most well known and loved Catholic Saints- and for good reason! This amazing Saint travelled all over Ireland performing miracles and spreading faith in Jesus. His life is full of amazing stories and his writings full of trust in God his father. Don't...

Meet St. Therese of Lisieux!St. Therese of Lisieux (October 1st) Patron of: missionaries, HIV/AIDS sufferers, florists, gardeners, tuberculosis, loss of parents St. Therese of Lisieux, lovingly known as "the little flower" is the author of the famous, "Story of a Soul." St. Therese is honored with the title Doctor of the Church, for her theological understanding of the "little way"- that God doesn't require great and heroic feats from us to get to heaven. We just have to trust Jesus, and do...

Meet Divine Mercy Jesus! The feast of Divine Mercy is celebrated on the first Sunday after Easter Sunday "Lay your head on my shoulder, rest and regain your strength. I am always with you" -Jesus to St. Faustina On February 22, 1931, Jesus appeared to St. Faustina, a Polish nun, and delivered the message of Divine Mercy. Jesus asked St. Faustina to have an image painted of him standing with two rays coming from his chest, with the words, "Jesus, I trust in You" underneath. The rays represented...

Meet the mini Guardian Angel Plush! “Beside each believer stands an Angel as protector and shepherd, leading him to life.”- St. Basil the Great Thought our plushies couldn't get any cuter?! Meet the mini Saint plushes! These precious 5 inch dolls are exact replicas of their larger 10 inch originals- complete with all embroidery and custom fabric details. The latest Shining Light Dolls Plushes have arrived and they are even cuter than we imagined! Handcrafted from the softest plush we could...

Meet the Jesus rag doll! The perfect gift for any child, the Jesus rag doll is a simple way to begin or deepen a child's relationship with the Lord through play. Bringing Christ into their imaginative world helps them to plant a seed of a lifelong faith. Jesus is not outside the world of a child- but at the heart and center of it. Jesus said, "Let the children come to me, and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." - Matthew 19:14 Jesus is dressed in a simple...

Children will experience the love and care of Jesus, the Good Shepherd!Jesus is the Good Shepherd, and we are his sheep. With love and care, Jesus leads his sheep into the safety of the sheepfold, where he lovingly cares for and protects them. The Good Shepherd will die for his sheep. Through Montessori-style play, children can begin to develop their own relationship with Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Children learn to trust in a loving and tender God. The open-ended design of the sheepfold blocks...

Meet the mini Guardian Angel Plush! “Beside each believer stands an Angel as protector and shepherd, leading him to life.”- St. Basil the Great God lovingly gives us each a heavenly companion for our journeys here on Earth, a guardian angel to be with us always. Our Angel is holding a cross and rosary, reminders of Jesus and His Blessed Mother. Gorgeous embroidery details on the face, rosary, cross and stars make this piece even more of a treasure. This angel is dressed in purple, while...

Meet Mini Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God!Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God (January 1st)Patron of: all humanity Thought our plushies couldn't get any cuter?! Meet the mini Saint plushes! These precious 5 inch dolls are exact replicas of their larger 10 inch originals- complete with all embroidery and custom fabric details. The very first Shining Light Dolls Plush, Mary Mother of God, has become a bestselling favorite! Handcrafted from the softest plush we could find, this Mother Mary...

Meet mini Our Lady of Guadalupe!Our Lady of Guadalupe (December 12th) Patron of: the unborn, the Americas Thought our plushies couldn't get any cuter?! Meet the mini Saint plushes! These precious 5 inch dolls are exact replicas of their larger 10 inch originals- complete with all embroidery and custom fabric details. The much anticipated and asked for Our Lady of Guadalupe Plush is here, and is the perfect gift for every little (and big!) person on your list! Handcrafted from the softest plush...

Mini Sacred Heart Jesus Plush Doll Thought our plushies couldn't get any cuter?! Meet the mini Saint plushes! These precious 5 inch dolls are exact replicas of their larger 10 inch originals- complete with all embroidery and custom fabric details. The very first Shining Light Dolls Plush dolls have arrived and they are even cuter than we imagined! Handcrafted from softest plush we could find, these plush dolls are sure to become your little one's favorite companions! Gorgeous embroidery...

Meet St. Juan Diego! St. Juan Diego (December 9th) Patron of: Indigenous peoples The St. Juan Diego plush doll has arrived and is ready to inspire your little ones with the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe! St. Juan Diego was a 16th century Mexican man who was blessed by the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe in 1531. The words of Our Lady to Juan Diego speak to us to this day, “Let not your heart be disturbed. Do not fear that sickness, nor any other sickness or anguish. Am I not here, who is...

Meet mini St. Nicholas, the real Santa Claus!St. Nicholas (December 6th) Patron of children, sailors, merchants, fishermen, broadcasters, brewers, repentant thieves, pharmacists, archers, pawnbrokers . “The giver of every good and perfect gift has called upon us to mimic His giving, by grace, through faith, and this is not of ourselves.” -St. Nicholas Thought our plushies couldn't get any cuter?! Meet the mini Saint plushes! These precious 5 inch dolls are exact replicas of their larger 10...

Meet St. Raphael the Archangel! St. Raphael the Archangel (September 29th) Patron of: against nightmares, the blind, guardian angels, mental illness, nurses, healing, doctors, the sick, travelers, young people The St. Raphael the Archangel plush doll has arrived and is ready to guard your little one as they travel and dream! St. Raphael the Archangel is the patron Saint against nightmares- so we just had to create this doll! There is nothing sweeter than seeing your little one snuggle close to...

Meet St. Teresa of Calcutta! St. Teresa of Calcutta (September 5th) Patron of: World Youth Day, the Missionaries of Charity "God doesn't require us to succeed, he only requires that you try." -St. Teresa of Calcutta St. Teresa of Calcutta, lovingly known during her life as Mother Teresa, inspired the world by caring for the unwanted and unloved people of the world. Her example of selfless love inspired millions to reach out to the poor around them- let her life inspire those you love to...

Meet St. Valentine! St. Valentine (February 14th) Patron of engaged couples, against fainting, beekeepers, happy marriages, love "… neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." -Romans 8:39 St. Valentine was a doctor and martyr that ministered to the Christians being persecuted by the pagan Romans. While imprisoned, he lovingly taught the jailers about Christ, and even healed one of their...

The perfect little baby Jesus to go with any of our Mary rag dolls! This adorable little doll comes with a white wrap carrier with velcro-style closure, perfect for little hands to open and close. Baby Jesus is about 4.5 inches tall, comes dressed in blue with embroidered details. Cotton and polyester trim, all new polyester fill. Shown with Mary rag doll (not included).

Our first rag doll has arrived- and she is so beautiful! This lovely doll was inspired by one of the most traditional images of the Blessed Mother, Our Lady of Grace. She is clothed in a white dress and blue veil with pale gold satin trim. Each doll is hand-sewn and finished with lovely embroidery. Doll is 12” tall. Cotton and satin trim, all new polyester fill.

The most beautiful set of 26 laser etched heirloom quality wooden blocks, a must for every little Catholic! Perfect for baby showers, Baptisms, and holiday gifts- a playroom staple that teaches children about their faith, as well as develops motor and early literacy skills. Six sides of learning fun! Each 1.5" natural finish rubberwood block has smooth edges and laser etched artwork on all six sides. The sides include counting dots, uppercase and lowercase letters, Catholic Saint artwork,...

Hundred of Saints, Hundreds of Pieces! Spend some time with loved ones (or in quiet contemplation yourself!) this Christmas season with our beautiful new Christmas Nativity 500 piece puzzle. Designed with older children and adults in mind, the original artwork pops with sunset hues and lots of details for a fun challenge. The beautiful satin finish box makes it an attractive and meaningful gift. Great for older children, teens and adults! 20” x 20” inches Box is 8" x 8" 500 pieces Play and...

Meet Divine Mercy Jesus! The feast of Divine Mercy is celebrated on the first Sunday after Easter Sunday. "Lay your head on my shoulder, rest and regain your strength. I am always with you"-Jesus to St. Faustine. On February 22, 1931, Jesus appeared to St. Faustina, a Polish nun, and delivered the message of Divine Mercy. Jesus asked St. Faustina to have an image painted of him standing with two rays coming from his chest, with the words, "Jesus, I trust in You" underneath. The rays...

The most gorgeous Advent/Christmas wreath has arrived! Journey through Advent and the Christmas season with our double-sided wooden puzzle wreath! Children can assemble the wreath, then place a wooden candle into each hole. On each Sunday of Advent, they can “light” another candle by inserting a wooden flame disk into the slot atop the candle. Then at Christmas, flip the wreath over and use the white candles to celebrate the joy of the season! The pieces can also be alternated (Advent side and...

Meet Father John!Our new collection of Catholic Priest rag dolls are a wonderful tool to teach children about the priesthood, the liturgical year and it's colors, and the significance of the vestments worn at Mass. Each priest rag doll set comes with a priest (permanently) clothed in his daily clerical clothes (black top, pants, shoes, belt and white Roman collar). The set then also includes removable liturgical vestments including the amice, alb, cincture, 4 stoles (in red, purple, white, and...

We are so excited to add this beloved traditional depiction of Our Lady to our rag doll collection! This lovely doll was inspired by the image of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. She is clothed in a red dress, with a red satin sash, a white veil with pale gold satin trim. On her chest is embroidered the Immaculate Heart of Mary. This devotion is a celebration of Mary's love for God the Father, her son Jesus, and her motherly love for all people. Each doll is hand-sewn and finished with lovely...

Keep your eyes on Jesus! Isn't that the message we all want deep in our children's hearts? For a child, there is no better way to absorb that powerful life-saver than through play!In this beloved story from the Bible, Jesus walks towards his disciples on the water. St. Peter gets out of his boat, and approaches the Lord- also miraculously walking on water! But when he becomes afraid and takes his eyes of Jesus, he begins to sink. Immediately, Jesus reaches out and saves him. Children can act...

Meet the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God!Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God (January 1st) Patron of: all humanity The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God- one of our most popular images, now as a classic doll. We couldn't love this beautiful doll more! The Virgin Mary is the ultimate Saint, and the perfect role model for any child (and adult!). Crowned with flowers, and holding little baby Jesus, this doll is sure to be a favorite. Teach your children about the receptivity of the Blessed...

Teach children some of the core basics of Catholicism with this fun reusable sticker book! This interactive sticker book engages children and keeps them learning while having fun- and the best part- you can use it over and over again! The static cling style stickers can be repositioned and used repeatedly for hours of play-based learning fun! This busy book is a fun way to teach some of the core basics of Catholicism- in this "essential set" we've included: - The Fruits of the Spirit- The...

We love how fun and easy these water cards make it to teach children about the Rosary! Using colorful illustrations and child-friendly reflections, these cards are a fantastic way to explore the Biblical basis of the Rosary and reflect on the life of Christ. On the back of the cards you'll also find instructions on how to pray the Rosary, and the prayers of the Rosary! On the front of each double-sided card children will discover the magical water reveal of one of the Mysteries of the Rosary....

The Our Lady of Charity of Cobre doll is a contemporary depiction of the well known and loved image of the Virgin of Charity that appeared in Cuba in 1612. The Our Lady of Charity doll comes packaged in a lovely blue box perfect for gift-giving. The doll is made of high quality rotocasted vinyl; which means nothing moves, breaks, or falls off. The doll has been safety tested and approved for children of all ages! Measuring at slightly under 4.25 inches- this little doll is a perfect fit in a...

Hail Mary, Full of Grace! Learn the Hail Mary in both English and Spanish! Play and pray along with one of the most beloved Marian devotions, Our Lady of Guadalupe! This gorgeous giant size floor puzzle dazzles in the colors of the desert, featuring both Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego. Framing the image is a rosary and the Hail Mary prayer in both English and Spanish. The Blessed Virgin Mary appeared in what is now Mexico City to St. Juan Diego on December 9, 1531. The beautiful...

Our Lady of Guadalupe was our very first classic doll, and now we are so excited to offer this beautiful Our Lady of Guadalupe rag doll! Our Lady of Guadalupe is the patroness of the Americas as well as the unborn (as she was pregnant when she appeared to St. Juan Diego). The appearance of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico in 1531 is credited with the conversion of the Americas. She is clothed in a custom print red dress, black sash, a custom print blue veil with stars and light gold satin trim....

Plant the seeds of a lifelong faith with everyone's favorite Catholic saint toys! The Our Lady of Lourdes doll is a contemporary depiction of the well known and loved image of the Virgin of Lourdes that appeared in France in 1858. The Our Lady of Lourdes doll comes packaged in a lovely blue box perfect for gift-giving. The doll is made of high quality rotocasted vinyl; which means nothing moves, breaks, or falls off and has been safety tested and approved for children of all ages! Measuring at...

Plant the seeds of a lifelong faith with everyone's favorite Catholic saint toys! Meet Our Lady of Vailankanni, also known as “Our Lady of Good Health”. This apparition of The Blessed Virgin Mary appeared in India in the 16th century. The Our Lady of Vailankanni doll comes packaged in a lovely blue box perfect for gift-giving. The doll is made of high quality rotocasted vinyl; which means nothing moves, breaks, or falls off. The doll has been safety tested and approved for children of all...

Meet Sacred Heart Jesus! The feast of the Sacred Heart is celebrated on the third Friday after Pentecost ."Announce it, and let it be announced to the whole world, that I set neither limit nor measure to my gifts of grace for those who seek them in my heart!"-Jesus to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque. There have been many Saints throughout the years that have had a devotion to the heart of Jesus in one form or another. The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as we now know it, was given to us by...

Meet The Shepherd and Angel!The Annunciation to the shepherds is found in Luke chapter 2Plant the seeds of a lifelong faith with everyone's favorite Catholic saint toys! Complete your Nativity Set with the Shepherd and Angel playset! This adorable set includes our lovely Christmas Angel, Shepherd and two of the cutest little sheep you have ever seen!Each doll is made of high quality vinyl; which means nothing moves, breaks or falls off! The dolls have been safety tested and approved for...

Meet St. Anne, Mother of the Virgin Mary! St. Anne (July 26th) Patron of: carpenters, child care providers, childless people, children, equestrians, grandparents, homemakers/housewives, miners, mothers, moving house, poverty, pregnancy, seamstresses, sterility, teachers “Let your father and mother be glad; let her who bore you rejoice.” – Proverbs 23:22-25 St. Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary and the grandmother of Jesus! St. Anne was unable to have children, but finally after both her and...

Meet St. Anthony of Padua! St. Anthony of Padua (June 13th) Patron of lost items, lost people, amputees, animals, the elderly, fishermen, harvests, horses, the poor, pregnant women, sterility, travellers "The life of the body is the soul; the life of the soul is God." -St. Anthony of Padua St. Anthony of Padua was a famous preacher and teacher- and is probably best known for helping those searching for lost things! He was a very smart but humble man, and his gift of preaching was found by...