{"product_id":"fat-brain-toys-inny-bin","title":"Fat Brain Toys Inny Bin","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFat Brain Toys Inny Bin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a shape-sorting box with a clever twist: instead of rigid cut-out holes, each side of the cube is fitted with elastic bands. Little ones push the six chunky, textured shapes through the stretchy openings, which turns a familiar first sorting toy into a hands-on shape-exploration experience for babies and toddlers from 10 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the shapes press through elastic rather than slotting into fixed openings, there's no single \"right\" way to get them in. That's what makes the Inny Bin a frustration-free introduction to posting and sorting play — a child can experiment, feel how each shape behaves against the bands, and discover what happens when they push, all without the dead ends that a strict shape sorter can bring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSix shapes, each with its own texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe set includes six chunky shapes — a cube, a diamond, a sphere, a triangle, a flower, and the Fat Brain logo — and each one is finished with its own fascinating surface texture. Little fingers get something different to notice with every shape, so the toy invites tactile exploration alongside the posting itself. The shapes are made from hard plastic, and the box measures roughly 200 mm high by 140 mm wide by 140 mm deep and weighs about 453 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElastic-band openings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each face of the cube is spanned by elastic bands rather than a fixed hole, so any shape can be pushed through with a bit of effort and the bands close again behind it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTactile feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e The chunky shapes each carry a different texture, giving fingers something to feel and explore as they grip, push and retrieve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-ended posting:\u003c\/strong\u003e With no shape-to-hole matching to get right, children are free to experiment and repeat, which keeps the play low-pressure while still inviting fine-motor practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFat Brain Toys Inny Bin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great option for parents who:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a first sorting and posting toy from around 10 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre looking for a shape toy that encourages fine motor skills, tactile exploration and experimentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer an open-ended, frustration-free take on posting play rather than a strict shape sorter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may not be the best fit if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAre specifically after a traditional shape sorter where each shape matches one dedicated opening\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis toy is suitable from 10 months and up. As with any toy that includes small pieces, keep the recommended age in mind and use it under adult supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gro Baby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47282127012017,"sku":"FBT-INNY","price":399.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/fat-brain-toys-inny-bin-1.jpg?v=1784523909","url":"https:\/\/pandylane.com\/products\/fat-brain-toys-inny-bin","provider":"Pandylane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}