our brand partners
in addition to our in-house sensory play collections, we search high and low to bring you a curation of brands we love and trust to inspire your little one's imaginations.
FORT currently partners with over 150+ brands from around the world who are focused on creating quality play parts for the work of childhood. here's a few to explore - come visit us in store to shop our full range of brands.
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maileg
maileg (pronounced 'my lie' is a danish design brand of children’s toys, shared, cherished and played with by children of all ages, and handed down for generations.
the brand's philosophy is a well-made, adorable toy that will last. toys are always limited release and will become collectibles. maileg believes children thrive with simpler toys rather than plastic. fewer, better made toys open their minds to new stories and innovative ways to play which will serve them well through life.
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grimm's
grimm’s spiel & holz of germany are known for their high-quality and safe wooden toys. inspired by waldorf and montessori educational approaches, these heirloom playthings promote open-ended and imaginative play for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and beyond.
each piece is carefully made in trusted european workshops from sustainably-sourced woods, including alder, lime, beech, and maple. then the grimm’s team hand-stains and dyes the toys in germany using non-toxic paints and oils, letting the natural beauty of the wood shine through. as a result, each grimm’s toy is completely unique with its natural variations and marking
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blabla
bla bla dolls are knitted from high quality natural peruvian fibers which make them incredibly soft and huggable. each of the brand's dolls have been tested to meet the us and european safety requirements, and yarns have been additionally certified to be safe and non toxic.
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grapat
grapat specializes in loose-part play that encourages open-ended imagination and creativity. grapat's commitment to safe and sustainable play includes using dyes that are water-based and non-toxic and wood that comes from sustainable forests that hold certification pefc 14-35-00485. all finishes are made with wax and oils of vegetable origin.
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ostheimer
founded in 1908, ostheimer creates imaginative, open-ended toys from ethically-sourced wood using traditional techniques. from waldorf-inspired pieces to classic blocks and puzzles, ostheimer aims to provide timeless heirloom toys to inspire creative play. made sustainably from maple, beech, and birch, ostheimer's extensive collection brings old-world european charm to playtime.
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olli ella
olli ella was dreamed up by two sisters, chloe and olivia as kids. founded in 201, the sisters grew up to become designers and mothers. chloe and olivia consciously design beautiful toys and homewares that bring a touch of nostalgic charm to any home. proudly b corp certified, olli ella uses natural, responsibly sourced materials focusing on craft, ethical production and timeless design.