Kids love stuffed animals, that’s a given. But more often than not, those furry friends can look a little bit homely and sad—and eventually they take over the house. Luckily, there are some really cute knitted toys and dolls on the market today that the kids will love, and you will, too. We like these adorable toys for their handcrafted, cool look, and their gentle spirit. Take a look at our slideshow below, and see how yesterday’s fur-covered stuffed animals and run-of-the-mill sock monkeys have evolved into toys you that won’t mind having all over the house.