Lyres, kinderharps and pentatonic flutes
As of October 22, 2026, we list 21 Lyres, kinderharps and pentatonic flutes in 4 countries. Where to find the instruments a Waldorf class plays: the lyre, the small seven-string kinderharp, the pentatonic flute and the glockenspiel. The shops here sell them, most often the Choroi instruments from Germany and the Auris ones from Sweden, and each card links to the shop.
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United States (11)
- United States
Acorns and Twigs
A family shop in Iowa for handwork, with potholder looms, needle felting wool and embroidery kits. It also carries Sarah's Silks and Waldorf dolls.
- Potholder looms
- Cotton potholder loops
- Needle felting wool
- Embroidery kits
- Waldorf dolls
Ships to: US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
- United States
Blue Otter Toys
Blue Otter Toys sells the Stockmar range of art supplies, from beeswax crayons and watercolor paints to modeling beeswax, all made in Germany. The shop also stocks wooden toys, felt toys, dolls and puppets.
- Beeswax crayons
- Watercolors
- Modeling beeswax
- Art supplies
Ages: 2-7+
- United States
Meadowsweet Naturals
Pamela, a long-time home educator, runs this shop of Stockmar block crayons, beeswax modelling wax and main lesson books. She also stocks books on Waldorf education for parents and teachers.
- Stockmar block crayons
- Beeswax modelling wax
- Main lesson books
- Painting materials
- Waldorf education books
- United States
Odin Parker
Odin Parker sells art supplies including crayons, colored pencils, and painting sets from the Stockmar brand. They offer a curated selection of creative materials for children.
- Wax stick crayons
- Colored pencils
- Wax block crayons
- Painting sets
- Pencil sharpeners
- United States
A Toy Garden
A Toy Garden sells natural and Waldorf toys, books, arts and crafts supplies, and clothing. They offer wooden toys, dolls, games, puzzles, musical instruments, and items for the home.
- Waldorf dolls
- Wooden toys
- Play silks
- Arts and crafts kits
- Games and puzzles
Ships to: US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
- United States
Acorn Toy Shop
A toy shop on Main Street in South Egremont, Massachusetts. Its Waldorf dolls are made just for the shop in Liberty prints, next to Ostheimer figures and Sarah's Silks.
- Waldorf dolls
- Ostheimer figures
- Grimm's wooden toys
- Play silks
- Children's books
Ships to: US
- United States
Alder & Alouette
Alder & Alouette supplies Waldorf school materials and handwork items including art supplies, fiber crafts, wooden toys, books, and musical instruments for children and families.
- Waldorf lesson books
- Art and painting supplies
- Fiber arts and felting supplies
- Wooden toys
- Dolls and soft toys
Ages: 0–12
Ships to: US
- United States
Bella Luna Toys
Bella Luna Toys has offered high-quality Waldorf and wooden toys since 2002. They curate beautiful, educational toys that encourage imaginative play while emphasizing sustainable practices.
- Waldorf dolls
- Wooden toys
- Wooden blocks
- Play kitchens
- Stuffed animals
Ages: 0-12 months through 7+ years
Ships to: US
- United States
Camden Rose
Camden Rose, based in Michigan, makes wooden play kitchens, playstands and doll furniture. The shop also sells clothes for Waldorf baby dolls and form drawing workbooks.
- Wooden play kitchens
- Playstands
- Doll furniture
- Waldorf doll clothes
- Stockmar crayons
Ships to: US
- United States
Challenge & Fun
Margaret and Rob Wilson started Challenge & Fun in 1998. Its Waldorf section has Ostheimer figures, Nanchen dolls, main lesson books and eurythmy shoes.
- Ostheimer figures
- Holztiger animals
- Waldorf dolls
- Play silks
- Main lesson books
- United States
Nova Natural
Nova Natural is a Pennsylvania shop with its own felt ornaments and wooden toys. Its Waldorf pages hold dolls, gnomes and fairies, and books for Waldorf at home.
- Wooden toys
- Felt ornaments
- Waldorf dolls
- Gnomes and fairies
- Waldorf books
Ships to: US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
Australia (7)
- Australia
Honeybee Toys
Honeybee Toys sells wooden toys, dolls, puzzles, art supplies, and imaginative play items from quality makers. They stock products for babies through children, with items sourced from brands like Grimm's and Ostheimer, and offer delivery across Australia and New Zealand.
- Wooden toys
- Waldorf dolls
- Puzzles
- Art and craft supplies
- Musical instruments
Ships to: Australia, New Zealand
- Australia
Mercurius Australia
An Australian supplier of lesson books, Stockmar crayons and paints, wool for handwork and playsilks for Steiner and Waldorf classrooms, with discounts for home school families.
- Lesson books
- Stockmar crayons and paints
- Beeswax candles
- Wool for handwork
- Playsilks
Ships to: Australia
- Australia
Oskar's Wooden Ark
Oskar's Wooden Ark is an Australian retailer offering art supplies, toys, and creative materials from quality brands. They stock crayons, paints, modeling wax, wooden toys, and craft supplies for children's play and learning.
- Crayons
- Paints
- Modeling wax
- Wooden toys
- Art supplies
Ships to: US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
- Australia
Epoche
Epoche is a Steiner-inspired gift store in Kallista, Victoria, offering ethically sourced toys, books, handmade Waldorf dolls, art supplies, and natural clothing made from safe, non-toxic materials.
- Waldorf dolls
- Children's books
- Toys
- Art and craft supplies
- Clothing
Ships to: US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
- Australia
Grassroots Eco Store
Grassroots Eco Store curates earth-friendly products inspired by Steiner and Waldorf principles, including handmade toys, books, craft materials, and everyday essentials. They support Australian makers and fair trade artisans.
- Wool felt toys
- Wooden toys
- Craft materials
- Books
- Bodycare products
Ships to: Australia
- Australia
Lyrebird Steiner
Lyrebird Steiner makes handmade dolls in the traditional Steiner style using natural materials like wool and organic tricot. Their dolls feature simple expressions to encourage children's imagination.
- Steiner dolls
- Wooden figurines
- Art and craft supplies
- Educational materials
- Decor items
- Australia
Orpheus Music
A recorder specialist in Armidale, New South Wales, with a section for Waldorf schools: pentatonic and descant recorders, recorder music, and its own guide to choosing recorders for Steiner education.
- Pentatonic recorders
- Descant recorders
- Recorder sheet music
- Recorder accessories
Ships to: US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
United Kingdom (2)
- United Kingdom
Babipur
Babipur is an online retailer offering ethical children's clothing, toys, and home goods from carefully selected brands. They stock wooden toys, organic baby items, natural play materials, and sustainable clothing for babies through teens.
- Children's clothing
- Wooden toys
- Baby gear
- Organic toys
- Sustainable home goods
Ages: 0-14 years
Ships to: US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand
- United Kingdom
Conscious Craft
Conscious Craft is a family-run business offering handpicked eco-friendly art materials and sustainable toys. They provide open-ended play pieces, educational tools, and natural craft supplies designed to inspire creativity and learning.
- Toys
- Art materials
- Craft supplies
- Playsilks
- Wooden toys
Canada (1)
- Canada
Nest
Nest offers toys, books, clothing, and home goods thoughtfully selected for Waldorf education and child development. They stock items from infancy through adulthood, including handmade dolls, play silks, blocks, and natural materials, serving families in Ottawa and beyond.
- Toys
- Books
- Clothing
- Home goods
- Dolls
Ships to: US, Canada
Questions families ask
Where can I buy a lyre or a pentatonic flute in the United States?+
11 of the instrument makers and shops listed here are in the United States: A Toy Garden, Acorn Toy Shop, Acorns and Twigs, Alder & Alouette, Bella Luna Toys, Blue Otter Toys and 5 more. 5 more, in other countries, say on their own sites that they send orders to the United States: Babipur, Epoche, Nest, Orpheus Music and Oskar's Wooden Ark. Each card links straight to the shop.
Lyres, kinderharps and pentatonic flutes in the United StatesWhere can I buy a lyre or a pentatonic flute in the United Kingdom?+
2 of the instrument makers and shops listed here are in the United Kingdom: Babipur and Conscious Craft. 5 more, in other countries, say on their own sites that they send orders to the United Kingdom: A Toy Garden, Acorns and Twigs, Epoche, Nova Natural and Orpheus Music. Each card links straight to the shop.
Where can I buy a lyre or a pentatonic flute in Canada?+
One of the instrument makers and shops listed here is in Canada: Nest. 7 more, in other countries, say on their own sites that they send orders to Canada: A Toy Garden, Acorns and Twigs, Babipur, Epoche, Nova Natural, Orpheus Music and 1 more. Each card links straight to the shop.
Where can I buy a lyre or a pentatonic flute in Australia?+
7 of the instrument makers and shops listed here are in Australia: Epoche, Grassroots Eco Store, Honeybee Toys, Lyrebird Steiner, Mercurius Australia, Orpheus Music and 1 more. 4 more, in other countries, say on their own sites that they send orders to Australia: A Toy Garden, Acorns and Twigs, Babipur and Nova Natural. Each card links straight to the shop.
Lyres, kinderharps and pentatonic flutes in AustraliaWhere can I buy a lyre or a pentatonic flute in New Zealand?+
None of the instrument makers and shops listed here is in New Zealand. 8 say on their own sites that they send orders there: A Toy Garden, Acorns and Twigs, Babipur, Epoche, Honeybee Toys, Nova Natural and 2 more. Each card links straight to the shop.
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