What is Pit and Play?

At Minibello, we believe that the best toys are those that allow room for a child's own imagination. That's why we've chosen to stock Pit and Play; a small Dutch brand that creates handmade, limited-edition products with a focus on open-ended play, quality, and sustainability. Additionally, like Minibello, it is a woman-owned company.

All products are handmade in the Netherlands, giving each item a unique touch. The small-scale production ensures that quality and details are prioritized, while each product is crafted with care for both the child and the environment.

We are particularly fond of Pit and Play playcloths/play silks. In Montessori-inspired play, open-ended materials are among the most valuable things a child can have. Unlike toys with a single specific function, a playcloth can become anything a child imagines: a superhero cape, an ocean, a baby blanket for a doll, a tent, a picnic blanket, a princess dress, or a river winding through a block village. It is the child's imagination, not the toy, that sets the limits.

This type of open-ended play stimulates creativity, problem-solving, language, role-play, and independent exploration. They grow with the child and can be used in new ways for many years, making them a natural choice for families who want fewer but more versatile toys.

Pit and Play also places great emphasis on sustainable material choices. Products are made from cotton and natural filling materials, and production takes place in collaboration with social enterprises that contribute to inclusion and meaningful workplaces. At the same time, all products are CE-marked and tested according to the EN71 standard by an independent laboratory, so you can be confident in both quality and safety.

It is precisely this combination of craftsmanship, sustainability, and open-ended play that makes Pit and Play a perfect match for Minibello.