These definitely came vacuum sealed as other reviews note, but after a gentle cycle in the washing machine and a tumble dry the photo shows how this cute set turned out. My 3 month old grandson likes nibbling on them as his teeth are developing and they seem fine for that, mostly. The bunny and dog are the only two with plastic noses. Everything else one these animals is seen on. We love them.
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]