{"product_id":"pit-and-play-sensory-beanbags-pastel-blue","title":"Pit and Play Sensory Beanbags  – Pastel Blue","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft, gentle and calming, the Pit and Play Pastel Blue Sensory Beanbag brings a beautiful muted shade to children's sensory and open-ended play. Handmade in the Netherlands and filled with natural cherry pits, this tactile beanbag offers a simple way for children to explore colour, texture, weight and movement while encouraging them to discover their own ways to play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural cherry pit filling gives the beanbag a comforting weight that can be felt as it is held, lifted, carried or passed between hands. Combined with the tactile fabric, this creates an interesting sensory experience that encourages children to slow down, investigate and engage with the object through touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGentle colour, endless possibilities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe soft pastel blue shade works beautifully for colour exploration and imaginative play. Its muted colour also makes it lovely for creating gentle patterns and arrangements alongside other pastel Pit and Play beanbags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike all open-ended play materials, there is no prescribed way to use it. Children can sort, stack, hide and arrange the beanbag, or incorporate it into small-world play and storytelling. It can also be used for throwing and catching, balancing and simple movement games as children's physical confidence develops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA soothing sensory experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of natural cherry pits and tactile fabric makes Pastel Blue engaging for little hands. Children can explore its weight and texture, notice how it feels when squeezed or moved, and discover how its movement changes depending on how it is handled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese simple sensory experiences support body awareness, coordination and focused exploration without requiring a particular activity or outcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable from around six months, once children can grasp objects independently, the beanbag can remain part of a child's play collection through the toddler and preschool years, taking on new roles as their imagination and abilities develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade in the Netherlands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePit and Play combines thoughtful design with responsible and socially inclusive production. Each beanbag is handmade in the Netherlands, including through social workshops that create meaningful opportunities for inclusive employment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePastel Blue is made using OEKO-TEX® certified fabric and features a secure inner pocket containing the natural cherry pit filling. Pit and Play products are independently tested to meet EN71 toy safety standards and are CE marked, providing reassurance for everyday play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade in the Netherlands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilled with natural cherry pits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecure inner lining for added safety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEN71 toy safety tested and CE certified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade using OEKO-TEX® certified fabrics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA variety of fabric textures for rich sensory exploration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEncourages open-ended, Montessori-inspired and Waldorf-inspired play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports fine motor skills, gross motor development and imaginative play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand washable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate size: 14 × 14 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 130 grams of pure cherry stones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSuitable from approximately 6 months, once babies can grasp independently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Pit and Play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePit and Play is a Dutch brand creating beautifully simple, thoughtfully designed play materials that encourage children to explore through their senses, movement and imagination. Their philosophy is rooted in the idea that children do not need toys with a single purpose or prescribed way of playing. Instead, simple, tactile materials can provide the freedom to invent, experiment and discover their own possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased in the Netherlands, Pit and Play combines thoughtful design with responsible, socially inclusive production. Their products are handmade with care, including through social workshops that create meaningful opportunities for people who may otherwise find it more difficult to access employment. This approach is an important part of the brand's ethos, ensuring that the story behind each product is just as thoughtful as the product itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePit and Play places a strong emphasis on natural, carefully considered materials and responsible manufacturing. Their sensory beanbags are filled with natural cherry pits and made using OEKO-TEX® certified fabrics, while their products are independently tested to meet European toy safety standards. The result is a collection that brings together quality, safety, sustainability and beautiful, purposeful design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of Pit and Play is open-ended play. Their simple designs can become part of countless different activities as children grow – from early sensory exploration and colour recognition to throwing, balancing, sorting, counting, imaginative play and small-world adventures. Rather than directing children towards one particular outcome, Pit and Play creates materials that leave room for children to decide what happens next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis thoughtful combination of sensory discovery, open-ended play and socially responsible craftsmanship makes Pit and Play a wonderful example of how simple materials can offer rich and meaningful opportunities for play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pit and Play","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56837528289666,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/7737\/5970\/files\/pastel_blue.jpg?v=1786383239","url":"https:\/\/littleacornstomightyoaks.co.uk\/products\/pit-and-play-sensory-beanbags-pastel-blue","provider":"Little Acorns to Mighty Oaks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}