{"product_id":"pit-and-play-sensory-beanbags-rainbow-orange","title":"Pit and Play Sensory Beanbags  – Rainbow Orange","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright, warm and full of playful energy, the Pit and Play Rainbow Orange Sensory Beanbag brings colour and sensory exploration together in one beautifully simple toy. Handmade in the Netherlands and filled with natural cherry pits, this tactile beanbag encourages children to explore through touch, movement and imagination, with endless possibilities for child-led play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural cherry pit filling gives the beanbag a gentle weight and distinctive feel, while the soft textured fabric provides another layer of sensory discovery. Children can hold it in their hands, squeeze and manipulate it, carry it around, or experiment with how it moves when rolled, thrown or dropped.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA little beanbag with many possibilities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is no single way to play with a Pit and Play beanbag. Rainbow Orange might become a piece of pretend in a play,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e use it for throwing and catching, balancing and stacking, sorting by colour, or simply gathering and arranging their favourite pieces. As an open-ended play material, it leaves the direction of play entirely in the child's hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vibrant orange colour can also become part of early colour exploration. Children might group it with similar shades, create colour sequences or combine it with other Rainbow Collection beanbags to build their own rainbow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory exploration through everyday play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of natural cherry pits and tactile fabric makes this more than a colourful play piece. Its weight provides proprioceptive feedback as children carry, lift and move it, while the different texture encourages hands-on exploration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable from around six months, once children are able to grasp objects independently, Rainbow Orange can remain part of a child's play environment for years. As children develop, its role can naturally change from a simple sensory object to a resource for imaginative games, movement activities, sorting and early learning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade with care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach Pit and Play Sensory Beanbag is handmade in the Netherlands, including through social workshops that support socially inclusive employment. The brand combines thoughtful design with responsible production, creating simple play materials that have a purpose without limiting children's imagination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe beanbag is made using OEKO-TEX® certified fabric and features a secure inner pocket to contain 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\n\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 130 grams of pure cherry stones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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. 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