Designed to sit up on its own, this stuffed toy makes for adorable décor when it's not tucked away in its egg or being cuddled by your little one. Designed to sit up on its own, this stuffed toy makes for adorable décor when it's not tucked away in its egg or being cuddled by your little one. Founded in Denmark in 1999 by Dorthe & Erik Mailil, Maileg fosters the belief that children thrive with non-plastic toys, and creates collectible, well-made pieces that are sure to be loved, cherished, and handed down for generations.