Waldorf doll makers

When I began making Waldorf dolls in 1986, the only dolls available were those made individually, by hand, by a person who was a doll maker. Often customers would send a picture of their child. There's something special about a doll made by hand, with a particular child in mind. It is a work of love.

Since then, the market has been flooded by factory made waldorf dolls, manufactured in various countries and imported to the states. We stopped making dolls a few years ago, but often receive requests from customers looking for a doll maker who makes dolls individually, by hand, especially for their child.

Individual dollmakers are still out there to make that special doll with love. Here are some of these folks:

Located in the contiguous 48 states

Lara and Ebru Dulgar: Ann Arbor, MI
Contact information:
Email: admin@laraandme.com

Web site: Lara & Me Dolls

I handmade unique, one of a kind, Waldorf inspired dolls with a modern touch. The simple form and facial features of the Waldorf doll help spark your child's imagination. All of my dolls are made with all natural materials: cotton, wool, mohair. No plastic or lead in these dolls and are made in my smoke free, pet free home studio here in Michigan. I design and sew their outfits(and sometimes knit) from all natural fibers and they are removable for easy changing.

Nancy McLaughlin : Memphis, TN
Contact information:
Email: treehuggernancy@bellsouth.net

Web site: Dragonfly's Hollow

We believe that the most beautiful Waldorf doll is the one that is stained and worn, a true friend for someone really special. Our intention for every one of our dolls is to be lived with and loved, and each is sturdy enough to withstand years of play. Being an unschooling family with six wonderful kiddos ranging in ages 6 to 14, we have lots of experience! We use all natural materials from soft, clean wool for stuffing to cotton fabric for the skin and clothing and 100% wool hair to make our friends soft, snuggly and warm.

Cyd Knoble: Bucks County, PA
Contact information:
Email: cyd@nobledolls.com

Web site: Noble Dolls

Noble Dolls are Waldorf-inspired, heirloom quality, cuddly dolls which are individually handcrafted. Only the highest quality, natural cotton, pure wool and mohair are used to ensure your Noble Doll can be cuddled and loved for generations to come. They are a joy to hold! Each doll is custom made to your specifications. Contact me for skin, hair and eye color choices

Jessica Peill-Meininghaus: Portland, OR
Contact information:
Phone: 503-788-7031
Email:waldorf_dolls@yahoo.com

Web site: Noisy Cottage Toys and Crafts

We are an alternative family with four children. We spend our days crafting, learning, having tea times, playing and more. And, in the moments when the bear cubs are off playing with each other or at their local school, Momma Bear gets a chance to sew, felt and craft to create many of the dolls and toys you see on this website.

Blue Reid: Roseville,CA
Contact information:
Email:blue@bluereid.com

Web site: That's So Childish

Handmade Waldorf inspired dollies, lovingly made by artist and Waldorf parent, Blue Reid. oI often use high quality recycled sweaters as the ?clothes? and the inside is lined with cotton and stuffed with pure wool and organic millet infused with organic lavender essential oils. I would be delighted to make a custom dolly for you, allow about 3 to 4 weeks, or peruse my site to see if you fall in love with one that is waiting for you.

Cara Faus: Roundup, MT
Contact information:
Email:carafaus@gmail.com

Web site: Green Bean Boutique

I am a stay-at-home mom who started sewing for her little girl and just didn't want to stop! Fresh from the farm comes unique, cute, and classy dresses, hats, dolls, and more! I live out in the country in Montana with my husband, baby, nine chickens, three dogs, five cats, and my sewing machine.

Joyce Harris: Deep Springs, TX
Contact information:
Email:thehillcountrydollmaker@gmail.com

Web site: The Hill Country Dollmaker

My family and I live in the beautiful hill country of Texas, where we home school, garden, raise sheep and chickens, and enjoy nature. I started making Waldorf dolls for my own children 14 years ago. I make many sizes of custom dolls from very tiny to large and cuddly, lots of different animals, fairies, elves and gnomes, and hand dyed doll clothes. You are cordially invited to visit my website and see the creations I have photographed in my beloved garden that inspires me to create.

Karen Wiebe: Berwyn,IL
Contact information:
Email:k.wiebe@sbcglobal.net

As a homeschooling mom dollmaking allows me to stay at home with my kids. I have been making and selling Waldorf inspired dolls for over 12 years. From tiny gnomes, nature table dolls, goddess dolls and knit gnomes and animals to dressable 16" dolls and cuddles. I especially enjoy creating small seasons table dolls and fairies.

Cathryn Bump: Orange County, NY
Contact information:
Email:cathrynbump@yahoo.com
Website: Cathryn's Creations

I have a love of sharing handwork creations..and also helping people learn their own abilities to create beautiful dolls, clothing, yarn, and more! Over 30 years experience in the natural arts of dyeing, crocheting, knitting, spinning, weaving, paper arts..also, water color with children..

Kelli Lincoln: Clio, CA
Contact information:
Email:kelli@dancinggoddessdolls.com
Website: Dancing Goddess Dolls

I'm an unschooling mama to three homebirthed beauties, and creatrix of Dancing Goddess Dolls. A perfect blend of playfulness and spirituality, my dolls make wonderful gifts for Menarche ceremonies, Blessingways, Cronings, House Blessings, Birthdays, and Solstice celebrations, and are a wonderful decoration for an altar or season table. I especially enjoy custom orders, and will gladly work with you to manifest your own Goddess in fabric.

and in Australia

Sarah Kous: Perth, Australia
Contact information:
Email: sarah@sarahs-dolls.com

Web site: Sarah's Dolls

I offer a variety of hand-made Waldorf Dolls, the DVD that shows you how to make them, Downloadable Waldorf Doll patterns, and doll-making kits. I'm based in Perth, Australia but happily ship internationally with our fast and efficient postage system. I have a "boy" and "girl" doll section on my website and can offer advice on the right doll for your child.

Jenny Marshall: Australia
Contact information:
Email: stephenmarshall@dodo.com.au

Web site: Little Jenny Wren hand made dolls

My Waldorf inspired dolls are hand made from all natural fibres using my own patterns based on the traditional European style cloth dolls and can be customized to suit your needs. Please contact me if you would like a custom made doll. I'm happy to work with you so you can buy the doll of your dreams.

Shelley davis: Australia
Contact information:
Email: specialfriendsdolls@yahoo.com.au

Web site: Special Friends Handmade Dolls

Soft and warm, sweet and cuddly, this range of dolls and accessories are presented to you with attention to detail and fine quality in the Waldorf tradition. All my dolls are made by hand by me, with love and inspiration from the dolls developed by parents of children in Steiner schools worldwide, using the highest quality natural fibres, pure cotton and pure wool, all australian made. Special Friends custom orders are created from pictures or video of the child in mind.

Christina Platt: Cobble Hill, B.C.
Contact information:
Email:christina@bamboletta.com

Web site: Bamboletta

At Bamboletta dolls we handcraft a variety of different dolls to suit every age. We create truly unique dolls, each of them emerging from fabric and wool with entirely different personalities. At Bamboletta we put a bit of a modern spin on traditional dolls.