Welcome to The Small Wonderland!
At The Small Wonderland, we believe in creating magical moments for kids through play. Our unique, handmade pretend play toys are inspired by the rich, vibrant world of Indian cuisine, sparking creativity and joy in little chefs everywhere. Whether it's whipping up a Mahabali Thali or making the perfect pretend sandwich, we’re all about fueling imaginations and creating toys that help children learn while having fun.
The Story Behind the Magic
Me to my daughter : "hey, what’s that you’re cooking?"
My daughter: "Mumma, I’m making lunch ,but, umm, where’s the roti ,daal,rice ?"
Me: (After checking every toy website) “Hmm, good question… wait, why aren’t there any Indian food toys in the market?!”
When I searched for pretend food toys for my kids, I expected to find something safe, engaging, and culturally relevant. Instead, I found shelves filled with plastic and wooden toys—materials that weren’t always safe for younger kids like mine. And don’t even get me started on the lack of Indian food toys! Where was the samosa, the dosa, or even a simple thali set?
I couldn’t let my kids miss out on pretending to make and serve the delicious Indian food we all love at home. That’s when it hit me: If it doesn’t exist, I’ll make it myself! Armed with fabric, a few creative ideas, and a sprinkle of determination, I began crafting safe, handmade toys that captured the essence of Indian cuisine.
My daughter: "Mumma, what’s that you’re making?"
Me: "This? Oh, this is a mini Roti, and here’s your pretend dal rice !"
My daughter: "Yumm! Can we have a real one later?"
Me: (Laughing) "Of course! But for now, let’s play pretend!"
What started as a personal project to fill my home with safe, fun, and Indian-inspired toys soon became something much bigger. Friends who saw my homemade sets loved them. Their kids were fascinated by the realism, and suddenly, I found myself with requests for more. Clearly, I wasn’t the only parent craving authentic, Indian food-inspired toys.
Milestones We’re Proud Of
- Started in 2020: Small Wonderland began with a simple idea—bringing authentic Indian food to kids' playtime.
- Launch of our Mahabali Thali Set (April 2020): Our very first set, featuring everything from dosa to Idli , launched in April 2020. Within just a few days, we sold out our entire first batch!
- Expanding Our Collection: After the success of our Mahabali Thali, we couldn’t stop there! One by one, we introduced new play sets, all with a special emphasis on Indian cuisine, from grocery sets to thali-inspired meals.
- Global Demand: What started as a local passion project soon took off internationally! We began receiving huge demand not only from India but from parents all over the world who wanted to introduce their kids to Indian culture through play.
- Supporting Local Artisans: We’re proud to provide sustainable employment to talented women artisans who handcraft each toy with love and care, ensuring every piece is as special as the little hands that play with it.
Whether you're looking for a meaningful gift, a unique play set for your little one, or simply want to support a brand that values quality, sustainability, and cultural pride—Small Wonderland has something special for you.
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Welcome to the world of imaginative play, where every meal is a new adventure!
Founder
Falguni Gohil