Grapat is a small family company in Catalonia, Spain. Casiana and Jordi started it in 2015, making the first pieces in their attic. The timber comes from European forests, and every piece is still coloured and finished by hand in their own workshop.
The colour goes on as a dye, with plant oils and waxes over the top, so the grain and the small knots still show through. No two pieces come out quite the same.
Mandala sets, Tomtens, nins and rings. Loose parts with no fixed purpose, packed in a reusable box with no instructions. Children sort them, stack them, line them up along the floor, then sweep the lot into a pile and start again.
Where do I even start?
I honestly can’t say enough beautiful things about Wattle and Clay! There’s something so special about the way they create and curate pieces that invite children to **** down, use their imaginations and find magic in the simplest things. Everything feels so thoughtfully chosen, natural and full of heart.
We’ve absolutely loved incorporating their pieces into our home, especially for our outdoor play adventures. They have that beautiful, timeless feel that encourages open-ended play and creates those little childhood moments you wish you could bottle up forever.
As a mum who loves creating a childhood filled with nature, imagination and simple, meaningful play, Wattle and Clay is a brand that just feels like home. You can feel the love and thought behind what Mel does, and it makes supporting her even more special.
If you love earthy, nature-inspired play and beautiful pieces that will spark your child’s imagination, I couldn’t recommend Wattle and Clay more.
