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WHO WE AREHOW WE WORKCRAFTSMANSHIPPEOPLE

[H2] THE STORY SO FAR...
Grapat started to form as an idea after the birth of our first child, Lola. We realised how she didn’t really need any off-the-shelf toys in order to play and would use her ingeniousness to turn everyday objects into whatever she desired. Looking at how happy she was, we realised that being present, observing her needs and offering daily objects to fulfil them, was all that really mattered. After the birth of our second child Tomàs, we moved from the big city to the countryside. In the former home of Jordi’s family, we could integrate the slower way of life we had been longing for. We started to create and play with wood, and slowly but surely, the family home turned into a fully operational workshop. We would create the pieces with machinery installed in the barn where a donkey used to live years before and would stain them by hand with old sheets in kitchen where Jordi’s grandmother used to cook up delicious meals. This is when our dream, our own company, finally materialised. Grapat means “a handful” in Catalan, the native language of our land, and this is exactly where the simple idea behind this humble project came from: to carry a handful of loose pieces with the utmost care in our hands, and offer them with the same love to the hands of children.
Grapat has grown a lot since its birth in 2015, spreading globally over 62 countries and needing more and more production space every year, but it is still – and always will be – a family project. It is the manifestation of our way of life and the vision for the future we believe in, so we care for it as if it were another child in the family. We still create new pieces and prototypes out of clay or beeswax, we still communicate with the world using our own authentic voice and we keep staining our pieces by hand in-house. We ARE Grapat, and things just couldn’t be any different.

Grapat started to form as an idea after the birth of our first child, Lola. We realised how she didn’t really need any off-the-shelf toys in order to play and would use her ingeniousness to turn everyday objects into whatever she desired. Looking at how happy she was, we realised that being present, observing her needs and offering daily objects to fulfil them, was all that really mattered. After the birth of our second child Tomàs, we moved from the big city to the countryside. In the former home of Jordi’s family, we could integrate the slower way of life we had been longing for. We started to create and play with wood, and slowly but surely, the family home turned into a fully operational workshop. We would create the pieces with machinery installed in the barn where a donkey used to live years before and would stain them by hand with old sheets in kitchen where Jordi’s grandmother used to cook up delicious meals. This is when our dream, our own company, finally materialised. Grapat means “a handful” in Catalan, the native language of our land, and this is exactly where the simple idea behind this humble project came from: to carry a handful of loose pieces with the utmost care in our hands, and offer them with the same love to the hands of children.
Grapat has grown a lot since its birth in 2015, spreading globally over 62 countries and needing more and more production space every year, but it is still – and always will be – a family project. It is the manifestation of our way of life and the vision for the future we believe in, so we care for it as if it were another child in the family. We still create new pieces and prototypes out of clay or beeswax, we still communicate with the world using our own authentic voice and we keep staining our pieces by hand in-house. We ARE Grapat, and things just couldn’t be any different.

Nature is both our clock and our muse. We live in rhythm with her, respecting her, and she is our design inspiration for every new piece we create. Our true, main inspiration though, is children. Our self-set philosophy is to work at the service of childhood. With Grapat, we want to make sure that every child has a free and respectful upbringing, filled with playtimes that are open-ended and free from expectations or judgement. The pieces should invite and incite their own genuine flair for creation. For this, we offer play material without instructions nor limits. Our duty as parents is to protect this sacred moment, without interfering, just observing and being present. Our motto is “be free, play open!”

WHO WE AREHOW WE WORKCRAFTSMANSHIPPEOPLE

[H2] OUR VISION
Nature is both our clock and our muse. We live in rhythm with her, respecting her, and she is our design inspiration for every new piece we create. Our true, main inspiration though, is children. Our self-set philosophy is to work at the service of childhood. With Grapat, we want to make sure that every child has a free and respectful upbringing, filled with playtimes that are open-ended and free from expectations or judgement. The pieces should invite and incite their own genuine flair for creation. For this, we offer play material without instructions nor limits. Our duty as parents is to protect this sacred moment, without interfering, just observing and being present. Our motto is “be free, play open!”

WHO WE AREHOW WE WORKCRAFTSMANSHIPPEOPLE

[H2] THE SOUL OF GRAPAT
We are in a lifelong love affair with Nature, we accept that we lack control over her so we simply observe and respect her. Our creations are an offering to her, not an attempt to modify her laws. Our goal is simplicity itself – when working on a product, we draw inspiration from its true natural form and then try to reduce it to the essential, detaching from the unnecessary and the superfluous, in order to offer material that is truly open, ready to transform into whatever the child needs in every playtime.

We are in a lifelong love affair with Nature, we accept that we lack control over her so we simply observe and respect her. Our creations are an offering to her, not an attempt to modify her laws. Our goal is simplicity itself – when working on a product, we draw inspiration from its true natural form and then try to reduce it to the essential, detaching from the unnecessary and the superfluous, in order to offer material that is truly open, ready to transform into whatever the child needs in every playtime.

Wood is our element. It is warm and alive; it is soft and robust at the same time. Its irregular shapes and incomplete patterns make it unique and truly beautiful to our eyes. Its texture holds a wealth of information and hidden stories waiting to be discovered by the senses of every child. Over time, the wood will acquire subtle dents and scars, and this means that it has accomplished its very aim, providing children with hours and hours of free and open-ended play, and we deeply cherish that. The “imperfectness” of the wood makes each piece unique – just like us humans! Our toys are produced according to traditional manufacturing processes and with proximity sustainable materials sourced within the EU.

WHO WE AREHOW WE WORKCRAFTSMANSHIPPEOPLE

[H2] WOOD
Wood is our element. It is warm and alive; it is soft and robust at the same time. Its irregular shapes and incomplete patterns make it unique and truly beautiful to our eyes. Its texture holds a wealth of information and hidden stories waiting to be discovered by the senses of every child. Over time, the wood will acquire subtle dents and scars, and this means that it has accomplished its very aim, providing children with hours and hours of free and open-ended play, and we deeply cherish that. The “imperfectness” of the wood makes each piece unique – just like us humans! Our toys are produced according to traditional manufacturing processes and with proximity sustainable materials sourced within the EU.

WHO WE AREHOW WE WORKCRAFTSMANSHIPPEOPLE

[H2] COLOR
Color has the power to connect with our mood and everything else happening inside of us. This is why our palette is inspired by nature, and reconnect us to her in return. Each piece is stained by hand; working with stains instead of acrylic paint allows us to keep in contact with the wood and its veins in a kind and noble way. The colors sinks deep into the surface of the wood without covering its beauty and giving an everlasting effect.
Depending on temperature, humidity and wind, the stain gets absorbed into the surface of the wood in different ways, but we appreciate this as it is another seal of authenticity and truthfulness.
The elements are finished using waxes and oils of vegetable origin. The oils can have a strong aroma at first, but it softens with time. Enjoy it while it lasts!

Color has the power to connect with our mood and everything else happening inside of us. This is why our palette is inspired by nature, and reconnect us to her in return. Each piece is stained by hand; working with stains instead of acrylic paint allows us to keep in contact with the wood and its veins in a kind and noble way. The colors sinks deep into the surface of the wood without covering its beauty and giving an everlasting effect.
Depending on temperature, humidity and wind, the stain gets absorbed into the surface of the wood in different ways, but we appreciate this as it is another seal of authenticity and truthfulness.
The elements are finished using waxes and oils of vegetable origin. The oils can have a strong aroma at first, but it softens with time. Enjoy it while it lasts!

The dyes are water based and non-toxic. The colours and their appearance might vary slightly, like nature itself.
The wood we use comes from sustainable forests and holds the certification PEFC 14-35-00485.
The finishes are made with wax and oils of vegetable origin.
Some of our products include cotton bags. All the fabrics have a GOTS Certificate (Global Organic Textile Standard)
All our packaging is 100% plastic free. We also produce the boxes with a heavyweight cardboard that ensures the life of the box for approximately 5 years. We consider our boxes as part of the toy.
Most of our products are in one piece. In spite of this, some elements need the use of glue for their assembly. The glue used is 100% formaldehyde free.
All our products are manufactured and tested in accordance with the safety requirements of the European (EN71 1–2-3), American (ASTM) Toy Safety Standards, and ISO8124.
To take best care for the pieces, they should be stored in a cool and dry place, they can be cleaned with a damp cloth and dried immediately. We do not recommend immersing parts in water, nor using disinfectants.

WHO WE AREHOW WE WORKCRAFTSMANSHIPPEOPLE

[H2] SUSTAINABILITY AND CERTIFICATIONS

The dyes are water based and non-toxic. The colours and their appearance might vary slightly, like nature itself.
The wood we use comes from sustainable forests and holds the certification PEFC 14-35-00485.
The finishes are made with wax and oils of vegetable origin.
Some of our products include cotton bags. All the fabrics have a GOTS Certificate (Global Organic Textile Standard)
All our packaging is 100% plastic free. We also produce the boxes with a heavyweight cardboard that ensures the life of the box for approximately 5 years. We consider our boxes as part of the toy.
Most of our products are in one piece. In spite of this, some elements need the use of glue for their assembly. The glue used is 100% formaldehyde free.
All our products are manufactured and tested in accordance with the safety requirements of the European (EN71 1–2-3), American (ASTM) Toy Safety Standards, and ISO8124.
To take best care for the pieces, they should be stored in a cool and dry place, they can be cleaned with a damp cloth and dried immediately. We do not recommend immersing parts in water, nor using disinfectants.

WHO WE AREHOW WE WORKCRAFTSMANSHIPPEOPLE

[H2] PEOPLE
All of our collaborators and suppliers are of proximity, located in Europe. In this way we can know about the way of working and can ensure fair working conditions.
The pillars of our organisation are self-management, professional development and personal growth.
Social responsibility is part of our way of life, so we collaborate with foundations that take care of people with physical or mental disabilities who help us to develop packaging tasks. We are also active in giving back to society by supporting different charities and humanitarian projects with focus on childhood and families.

All of our collaborators and suppliers are of proximity, located in Europe. In this way we can know about the way of working and can ensure fair working conditions.
The pillars of our organisation are self-management, professional development and personal growth.
Social responsibility is part of our way of life, so we collaborate with foundations that take care of people with physical or mental disabilities who help us to develop packaging tasks. We are also active in giving back to society by supporting different charities and humanitarian projects with focus on childhood and families.

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Hrókur and the Sky Riders
Today marks the day when
[IMG: Hrókur and the Sky Riders
Today marks the day when the English version of Hrókur’s story is finally here. ? A story that not only celebrates a truly special Icelandic horse and the beauty of Iceland, but also shows children how important courage, trust and true friendship are. ?
With the wonderful Hrókur set from Grapat and the enchanting Hrókur figurine from Ostheimer, children can bring the story to life, continue it creatively, or simply immerse themselves deeply in imaginative play... without any set rules, simply as a pure invitation to dream. ?
We are more than delighted that this project allows us to once again celebrate the close friendship that binds Grapat and Ostheimer, and to bring children all over the world much joy and an enchanting story - and we hope, you will love out. We hope you will love it just as much as we do. ✨
❤️ With love, Grapat, Ostheimer & Hrókur
#grapat #ostheimer #ostheimerxgrapat #hrókurandtheskyriders #openendedtoys]

Our beloved Serendipity — where every stack, balan
[IMG: Our beloved Serendipity — where every stack, balance, and playful creation becomes a discovery.
Within the endless possibilities of play, children reveal their most extraordinary gift: the ability to wonder. No combination is ever the same. No moment can be repeated.
Because through play — just like in life — the most beautiful things happen when we leave room for serendipity.
Happy day! ?
CAT: El nostre estimat Serendipity — on cada torre, equilibri i creació lúdica es converteix en un descobriment.
Dins les infinites possibilitats del joc, els infants revelen el seu do més extraordinari: la capacitat de meravellar-se. Cap combinació és igual. Cap m

[H2] THE ANIMAL CREW

[H2] FRUITS

[H2] MUSHROOM GROVE

[H2] FLOWER MEADOW

[H2] BAKES

[H2] VEGGIES

[H2] FOREST TREE

[H2] DISHES

[H2] COLD MANDALA MIX

[H2] WARM MANDALA MIX

[H2] MANDALA PEAK

[H2] MANDALA HALF SPHERES

[H2] ADVENT CALENDAR 2025 LIMITED EDITION

[H2] WINTER SPARKLES

[H2] HELLO WINTER! LIMITED EDITION

[H2] HELLO AUTUMN! LIMITED EDITION

[H2] WISH BALLS

[H2] HELLO SUMMER! LIMITED EDITION

[H2] LUCKY LUCKY 4TH EDITION

[H2] HELLO SPRING / LIMITED EDITION – OSTHEIMER X GRAPAT

[H2] HOP AND PEEP

[H2] MIS MATCH AND BLOOM

[H2] SUNRISE EGGS

[H2] AURORA EGGS

[H2] FLOWING YELLOW BIRD

[H2] MELLOW ORANGE BIRD

[H2] CHILL PINK BIRD

[H2] SERENDIPITY

[H2] THE PENDULUM

[H2] TWIN – SOULS PUPPETS

[H2] WOODLAND

[H2] ORNAMENTS – Nº5 WONDER BALLS

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[IMG: A wonderful event in Italy]

[H3] A wonderful event in Italy...

Last March, the Grapat family traveled to Italy to share a few very special days with Seminastorie
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22 Apr 2026 grapat

[IMG: KIDS ONLY: trusting childhood]

[H3] KIDS ONLY: trusting childhood...

This year, at Grapat, we are not presenting a new idea. We are reaffirming a conviction: KIDS ONLY.
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27 Jan 2026 grapat

[IMG: SHARING OUR STORY WITH DIARI DE GIRONA]

[H3] SHARING OUR STORY WITH DIARI DE GIRONA...

Hello friends! We are excited to share that Diari de Girona recently visited the Grapat workshop in Vilamalla for...
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08 Jan 2026 grapat

[IMG: Together, awarded the Art and Play Award at the Good Toy Awards 2025]

[H3] Together, awarded the Art and Play Award at t...

We’re delighted to share that the product Together has been recognized with the Art and Play Award, part of the prestigious Good Toy Awards 2025 in Tokyo.
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10 Nov 2025 grapat

[IMG: QUIET TIME / Xmas launch]

[H3] QUIET TIME / Xmas launch...

Christmas days feel like a little journey — calm, full of dreams and small discoveries.
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23 Sep 2025 grapat

[IMG: Small Voices, Big Worlds]

[H3] Small Voices, Big Worlds...

This season, we’re turning the spotlight to someone who sees the world from a few feet closer to the ground—but with eyes full of wonder.
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23 Jun 2025 grapat

[IMG: Make Your Own Summer Flower Crowns]

[H3] Make Your Own Summer Flower Crowns...

A simple, beautiful way to carry a little bit of nature with you.
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23 Jun 2025 grapat

[IMG: Hello, Summer!]

[H3] Hello, Summer!

Oh, summer—you’ve arrived with your golden mornings, slow afternoons, and endless chances to play. Time feels stretchy, the sun is everywhere, and the rules? They’ve gone on holiday.
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23 Jun 2025 grapat

[IMG: Our Puppets Product Has Been Awarded the Spiel Gut Seal!]

[H3] Our Puppets Product Has Been Awarded the Spie...

OUR PUPPETS PRODUCT HAS BEEN AWARDED THE SPIEL GUT SEAL! We are thrilled to announce...
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18 Jun 2025 grapat

[IMG: OFF MODE — SUMMER CAPSULE]

[H3] OFF MODE — SUMMER CAPSULE...

OFF MODE — SUMMER CAPSULE Some of the best memories aren’t born from plans, but...
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18 Jun 2025 grapat

[IMG: WHEN SPRING WHISPERS OF SUMMER]

[H3] WHEN SPRING WHISPERS OF SUMMER...

After the warm and wonderful welcome to Hello Spring—the first edition of the collaboration with...
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16 May 2025 grapat

[IMG: THE POWER OF DOING NOTHING]

[H3] THE POWER OF DOING NOTHING...

For the Grapat family, reading is not just a habit but a way of life.
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03 Apr 2025 grapat

[IMG: PENDULUM: FREE PLAY AND THE MAGIC OF BALANCE]

[H3] PENDULUM: FREE PLAY AND THE MAGIC OF BALANCE...

For the Grapat family, reading is not just a habit but a way of life.
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03 Apr 2025 grapat

[IMG: HELLO, SPRING!]

[H3] HELLO, SPRING!

For the Grapat family, reading is not just a habit but a way of life.
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03 Apr 2025 grapat

[IMG: A EASTER-THEMED FOLLOW-UP TO GRAPAT’S ORNAMENTS!]

[H3] A EASTER-THEMED FOLLOW-UP TO GRAPAT’S ORNAM...

Do you love decorating your home to match the seasons, or do you prefer adding little festive touches here and there?
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24 Mar 2025 grapat

[IMG: IT’S TIME TO SAY ‘HELLO SPRING’! THE SPRING EDITION OF OSTHEIMER X GRAPAT COLLABORATION]

[H3] IT’S TIME TO SAY ‘HELLO SPRING’! THE S...

It’s rare to find a kindred spirit in another company, but this collaboration is nothing short of a love story!
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24 Mar 2025 grapat

[IMG: TOYS GO GREEN IN SPIELWARENMESSE 2025]

[H3] TOYS GO GREEN IN SPIELWARENMESSE 2025...

This year, Spielwarenmesse has again dedicated a space to highlight the topic of sustainability in...
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28 Jan 2025 grapat

[IMG: SPIELWARENMESSE 2025]

[H3] SPIELWARENMESSE 2025...

It wouldn’t be our usual end of January without the annual visit to the world’s...
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28 Jan 2025 grapat

[IMG: FROM THE ORIGINAL BOOK BY ELSA BESKOW TO “ELS NINS DEL BOSC”]

[H3] FROM THE ORIGINAL BOOK BY ELSA BESKOW TO “E...

For the Grapat family, reading is not just a habit but a way of life.
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17 Dec 2024 grapat

[IMG: LET’S MAKE SOME
SALT DOUGH TAGS OR ORNAMENTS!]

[H3] LET’S MAKE SOME
SALT DOUGH TAGS OR ORNAME...

The holidays bring with them some more time for fun activities, right?
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17 Dec 2024 grapat

[IMG: SIBYLLE ENGSTROM]

[H3] SIBYLLE ENGSTROM...

Recently, we had the pleasure of having Sibylle Engstrom come from Germany to pay us a visit at the Grapat workshop. Sibylle is the current person leading our fellow toy-maker friends at Ostheimer.
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17 Dec 2024 grapat

[IMG: Grapat special feature report on TV3]

[H3] Grapat special feature report on TV3...

Grapat special feature report on TV3 Hello friends! Recently, TV3, the primary TV channel of...
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17 Dec 2024 grapat

[IMG: AIDA ARREDONDO]

[H3] AIDA ARREDONDO

Aida is 38 years old. She is an educator and has worked in various fields of education, eventually specializing in early childhood education.
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09 Oct 2024 grapat

[IMG: WE DO EXIST!]

[H3] WE DO EXIST!

With the arrival of autumn, the forests unveil the most diverse color palette of the year. As they bid farewell to their leaves, branches, and older parts, they cover ...
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09 Oct 2024 grapat

[IMG: The magic behind the advent calendar]

[H3] The magic behind the advent calendar...

The Advent Calendar is a product eagerly awaited by both children and parents. While walking through the Masia Freixa Park ...
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09 Oct 2024 grapat

[IMG: Dear Xmas Launch]

[H3] Dear Xmas Launch...

Like a slow-cooking recipe, we carefully prepared each ingredient and, after carefully seasoning with love,...
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25 Sep 2024 grapat

[IMG: CASIANA]

[H3] CASIANA

Through Grapat, she aims not to tell stories but to provide children with the tools to create their own.
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26 Aug 2024 grapat

[IMG: GUIRNALDA]

[H3] GUIRNALDA

GUIRNALDA PLAY WITH US! Let’s Reuse textiles! With Spring arriving, the air feels fresh and...
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26 Aug 2024 grapat

[IMG: PLAY AND ORDER]

[H3] PLAY AND ORDER

From the explosion of creativity that characterizes play, the space in which it unfolds often transforms...
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26 Aug 2024 grapat

[IMG: “MIS & MATCH” AWARDED THE SEAL OF APPROVAL BY THE NATIONAL PARENTING CENTER]

[H3] “MIS & MATCH” AWARDED THE SEAL OF AP...

Dear friends, last month we got some very exciting news! ‘Mis & Match’ has been...
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11 Jul 2024 grapat

[IMG: WORKSHOP AT SEMINASTORIE]

[H3] WORKSHOP AT SEMINASTORIE...

Dear friends, On May 11th, we had the pleasure of being in Bérgamo (Italy) to...
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28 May 2024 grapat

[IMG: IN THE PRESS – MAGAZINE (LA VANGUARDIA)]

[H3] IN THE PRESS – MAGAZINE (LA VANGUARDIA)...

Grapat was featured in an article in the La Vanguardia newspaper’s supplement “Magazine”! The article...
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28 May 2024 grapat

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QUI SOMCOM TREBALLEMARTESANIAPERSONES

[H2] LA HISTÒRIA FINS ARA...
Grapat va començar a gestar-se com a idea després del naixement de la nostra filla Lola. A mida que anava creixent, ens vam anar adonant que la Lola en realitat no necessitava cap joguina per jugar i que feia servir el seu enginy per convertir els objectes quotidians en el que ella desitjava. De seguida vam entendre que nosaltres tan sols sent-hi presents, observant les seves necessitats i oferint-li aquests objectes quotidians com a material de joc, ja satisfeien els seus desitjos interns; això era l’única cosa que importava!
Després del naixement del nostre fill Tomàs, ens vam mudar de la gran ciutat al camp. A l’antiga casa de la família d’en Jordi a l’Alt Empordà, on vam poder integrar la forma de vida més tranquil·la que tant desitjàvem, i vam començar a crear i jugar amb la fusta. De mica en mica, la casa familiar es va anar convertint en un taller en ple funcionament. Creant les peces amb maquinària instal·lada al paller, on abans hi vivia un ruc, i tenyint-les a mà amb llençols vells a la cuina on l’àvia d’en Jordi hi havia cuinat durant molt anys. Va ser aleshores quan el nostre somni, la nostra empresa, finalment es va materialitzar.
Vam escollir el nom del nostre humil projecte, Grapat, basant-nos en el senzill concepte que hi ha al darrere de dur un grapat de peces soltes a les nostres mans amb molta cura, per oferir-les amb el mateix amor a les mans dels infants. Amb tan sols un grapat de peces, les nenes i els nens, poden jugar a meravelles.
Grapat ha crescut molt des del seu naixement el 2015, estenent-se globalment a 62 països i necessitant cada vegada més espai de producció, i tot i que segueix sent – i sempre serà – un projecte familiar.
Grapat és la manifestació de la nostra forma de vida i la visió del futur en el què creiem. Cuidem la nostra empresa com si fos un membre més de la família. Seguim creant noves peces i prototips amb argila o cera d’abelles, ens comuniquem fent servir la nostra autèntica veu i seguim tenyint les nostres peces a mà al nostre taller. SOM Grapat, i les coses no podrien ser diferents.

Grapat va començar a gestar-se com a idea després del naixement de la nostra filla Lola. A mida que anava creixent, ens vam anar adonant que la Lola en realitat no necessitava cap joguina per jugar i que feia servir el seu enginy per convertir els objectes quotidians en el que ella desitjava. De seguida vam entendre que nosaltres tan sols sent-hi presents, observant les seves necessitats i oferint-li aquests objectes quotidians com a material de joc, ja satisfeien els seus desitjos interns; això era l’única cosa que importava!
Després del naixement del nostre fill Tomàs, ens vam mudar de la gran ciutat al camp. A l’antiga casa de la família d’en Jordi a l’Alt Empordà, on vam poder integrar la forma de vida més tranquil·la que tant desitjàvem, i vam començar a crear i jugar amb la fusta. De mica en mica, la casa familiar es va anar convertint en un taller en ple funcionament. Creant les peces amb maquinària instal·lada al paller, on abans hi vivia un ruc, i tenyint-les a mà amb llençols vells a la cuina on l’àvia d’en Jordi hi havia cuinat durant molt anys. Va ser aleshores quan el nostre somni, la nostra empresa, finalment es va materialitzar.
Vam escollir el nom del nostre humil projecte, Grapat, basant-nos en el senzill concepte que hi ha al darrere de dur un grapat de peces soltes a les nostres mans amb molta cura, per oferir-les amb el mateix amor a les mans dels infants. Amb tan sols un grapat de peces, les nenes i els nens, poden jugar a meravelles.
Grapat ha crescut molt des del seu naixement el 2015, estenent-se globalment a 62 països i necessitant cada vegada més espai de producció, i tot i que segueix sent – i sempre serà – un projecte familiar.
Grapat és la manifestació de la nostra forma de vida i la visió del futur en el què creiem. Cuidem la nostra empresa com si fos un membre més de la família. Seguim creant noves peces i prototips amb argila o cera d’abelles, ens comuniquem fent servir la nostra autèntica veu i seguim tenyint les nostres peces a mà al nostre taller. SOM Grapat, i les coses no podrien ser diferents.

Per nosaltres la natura és tant el nostre rellotge com la nostra musa. Vivim al seu ritme, respectant-la. Ella ens ofereix la inspiració necessària per a cada nova peça que creem i que després oferirem als infants, perquè treballem al servei de la infància. Amb Grapat, volem assegurar-nos que cada nena i cada nen puguin desenvolupar-se lliurement i respectuosa, oferint-li espais de joc obert i lliure d’expectatives o judicis.
Les peces han de convidar a connectar amb els desitjos interns. És per això que oferim materials sense instruccions ni límits. Entenem que el nostre deure com a pares és protegir els moments de joc de les nostres filles i fills sense interferir-hi, només observant i estant presents. És per això el nostre lema és “Be free, play open!, viu lliure, juga obert!”.

QUI SOMCOM TREBALLEMARTESANIAPERSONES

[H2] LA NOSTRA VISIÓ
Per nosaltres la natura és tant el nostre rellotge com la nostra musa. Vivim al seu ritme, respectant-la. Ella ens ofereix la inspiració necessària per a cada nova peça que creem i que després oferirem als infants, perquè treballem al servei de la infància. Amb Grapat, volem assegurar-nos que cada nena i cada nen puguin desenvolupar-se lliurement i respectuosa, oferint-li espais de joc obert i lliure d’expectatives o judicis.
Les peces han de convidar a connectar amb els desitjos interns. És per això que oferim materials sense instruccions ni límits. Entenem que el nostre deure com a pares és protegir els moments de joc de les nostres filles i fills sense interferir-hi, només observant i estant presents. És per això el nostre lema és “Be free, play open!, viu lliure, juga obert!”.

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[H2] L'ÀNIMA DE GRAPAT
Tenim una història d’amor eterna amb la Natura, acceptem que no en tenim el control, així doncs simplement l’hem d’observar i respectar. Les nostres creacions són una ofrena i no pas un intent de modificar les seves lleis. El nostre objectiu és la simplicitat en si mateixa: quan treballem en un producte, ens inspirem en la seva forma natural i després tractem de reduir-la a allò més essencial, desprenent-se de tot allò innecessari, per oferir un material pur i obert, a punt per transformar-se en allò que l’infant necessiti a cada moment de joc.

Tenim una història d’amor eterna amb la Natura, acceptem que no en tenim el control, així doncs simplement l’hem d’observar i respectar. Les nostres creacions són una ofrena i no pas un intent de modificar les seves lleis. El nostre objectiu és la simplicitat en si mateixa: quan treballem en un producte, ens inspirem en la seva forma natural i després tractem de reduir-la a allò més essencial, desprenent-se de tot allò innecessari, per oferir un material pur i obert, a punt per transformar-se en allò que l’infant necessiti a cada moment de joc.

La fusta és el nostre element. És càlida i viva, suau i robusta alhora. Les seves formes irregulars i patrons incomplets la fan única i bella als nostres ulls. La seva textura conté una infinita quantitat d’informació i històries ocultes que esperen ser descobertes pels sentits de cada infant. Les nostres joguines es produeixen seguint processos de fabricació tradicionals i amb materials sostenibles i de proximitat procedents de la UE.
Amb el temps, la fusta de les nostres peces anirà acumulant petits cops i cicatrius subtils, resultat d’hores i hores de joc de nenes i nens, mostrant-nos que estan aconseguint el seu objectiu; quelcom que apreciem profundament. La “imperfecció” de la fusta fa que cada peça sigui única, igual que nosaltres!

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[H2] LA FUSTA
La fusta és el nostre element. És càlida i viva, suau i robusta alhora. Les seves formes irregulars i patrons incomplets la fan única i bella als nostres ulls. La seva textura conté una infinita quantitat d’informació i històries ocultes que esperen ser descobertes pels sentits de cada infant. Les nostres joguines es produeixen seguint processos de fabricació tradicionals i amb materials sostenibles i de proximitat procedents de la UE.
Amb el temps, la fusta de les nostres peces anirà acumulant petits cops i cicatrius subtils, resultat d’hores i hores de joc de nenes i nens, mostrant-nos que estan aconseguint el seu objectiu; quelcom que apreciem profundament. La “imperfecció” de la fusta fa que cada peça sigui única, igual que nosaltres!

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[H2] EL COLOR
Els colors tenen el poder de connectar-se amb els nostres estats d’ànim i amb tot el que ens passa dins nostre. És per això que els nostres tints provenen directament de la natura, fent més forta la nostra connexió amb ella. Cada peça es tenyeix a mà; treballant amb tints naturals en lloc de pintures acríliques ens permet tractar la fusta i les vetes d’una manera amable i noble. El tint penetra a la superfície de la fusta sense tapar una bellesa que durarà anys i anys.
Depenent de la temperatura, la humitat i el vent, el tint penetra a la fusta de diferents formes, i això ens fa feliços! perquè és un segell més d’autenticitat.
Els acabats es fan amb ceres i olis d’origen vegetal, que poden deixar anar unes aromes fortes al principi, però que s’aniran suavitzant amb el temps. Gaudeix-les mentre durin!

Els colors tenen el poder de connectar-se amb els nostres estats d’ànim i amb tot el que ens passa dins nostre. És per això que els nostres tints provenen directament de la natura, fent més forta la nostra connexió amb ella. Cada peça es tenyeix a mà; treballant amb tints naturals en lloc de pintures acríliques ens permet tractar la fusta i les vetes d’una manera amable i noble. El tint penetra a la superfície de la fusta sense tapar una bellesa que durarà anys i anys.
Depenent de la temperatura, la humitat i el vent, el tint penetra a la fusta de diferents formes, i això ens fa feliços! perquè és un segell més d’autenticitat.
Els acabats es fan amb ceres i olis d’origen vegetal, que poden deixar anar unes aromes fortes al principi, però que s’aniran suavitzant amb el temps. Gaudeix-les mentre durin!

Els tints són a base d’aigua i 100% lliures de tòxics. Els colors i les seves aparences poden variar lleugerament, com la naturalesa.
La fusta que utilitzem prové de boscos sostenibles i compta amb la certificació PEFC 14-35-00485.
Els acabats es fan amb cera i olis d’origen vegetal.
Alguns dels nostres productes inclouen bosses de cotó. Tots els teixits tenen el Certificat GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
Tots els nostres embalatges són 100% lliures de plàstic. També produïm caixes amb cartró d’alt gramatge que assegura una vida útil de la caixa d’aproximadament 5 anys. Considerem les nostres caixes com una part més de la joguina.
La majoria dels nostres productes són d’una sola peça. Tot i així, alguns elements necessiten l’ús de cola per muntar-los. La cola que fem servir és 100% lliure de formaldehid.
Tots els nostres productes es fabriquen acomplint els requisits de seguretat estàndard europeus (EN71 1–2-3), nord-americans (ASTM) per a joguines i ISO8124.
Per cuidar o netejar les peces, aquestes haurien d’estar en un lloc sec, ser netejades amb un drap humit i assecades immediatament. No recomanem submergir les peces en aigua ni fer-hi servir desinfectants.

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[H2] SOSTENIBILITAT I CERTIFICACIONS

Els tints són a base d’aigua i 100% lliures de tòxics. Els colors i les seves aparences poden variar lleugerament, com la naturalesa.
La fusta que utilitzem prové de boscos sostenibles i compta amb la certificació PEFC 14-35-00485.
Els acabats es fan amb cera i olis d’origen vegetal.
Alguns dels nostres productes inclouen bosses de cotó. Tots els teixits tenen el Certificat GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)
Tots els nostres embalatges són 100% lliures de plàstic. També produïm caixes amb cartró d’alt gramatge que assegura una vida útil de la caixa d’aproximadament 5 anys. Considerem les nostres caixes com una part més de la joguina.
La majoria dels nostres productes són d’una sola peça. Tot i així, alguns elements necessiten l’ús de cola per muntar-los. La cola que fem servir és 100% lliure de formaldehid.
Tots els nostres productes es fabriquen acomplint els requisits de seguretat estàndard europeus (EN71 1–2-3), nord-americans (ASTM) per a joguines i ISO8124.
Per cuidar o netejar les peces, aquestes haurien d’estar en un lloc sec, ser netejades amb un drap humit i assecades immediatament. No recomanem submergir les peces en aigua ni fer-hi servir desinfectants.

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[H2] PERSONES
Tots els nostres col·laboradors i proveïdors són de proximitat, ubicats a l’UE. La nostra forma de garantir unes condicions de treball justes.
Els pilars del nostre equip són l’autogestió, el desenvolupament professional i el creixement personal.
Grapat compta amb un equip extern de persones amb diversitat funcional física o psíquica que participa en tasques d’embalatge i manipulació. També som actius en la col·laboració amb diferents causes benèfiques i projectes humanitaris centrats en la infància i les famílies.

Tots els nostres col·laboradors i proveïdors són de proximitat, ubicats a l’UE. La nostra forma de garantir unes condicions de treball justes.
Els pilars del nostre equip són l’autogestió, el desenvolupament professional i el creixement personal.
Grapat compta amb un equip extern de persones amb diversitat funcional física o psíquica que participa en tasques d’embalatge i manipulació. També som actius en la col·laboració amb diferents causes benèfiques i projectes humanitaris centrats en la infància i les famílies.

SEGUEIX-NOS

Hrókur and the Sky Riders
Today marks the day when
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Today marks the day when the English version of Hrókur’s story is finally here. ? A story that not only celebrates a truly special Icelandic horse and the beauty of Iceland, but also shows children how important courage, trust and true friendship are. ?
With the wonderful Hrókur set from Grapat and the enchanting Hrókur figurine from Ostheimer, children can bring the story to life, continue it creatively, or simply immerse themselves deeply in imaginative play... without any set rules, simply as a pure invitation to dream. ?
We are more than delighted that this project allows us to once again celebrate the close friendship that binds Grapat and Ostheimer, and to bring children all over the world much joy and an enchanting story - and we hope, you will love out. We hope you will love it just as much as we do. ✨
❤️ With love, Grapat, Ostheimer & Hrókur
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