Stockmar 8 Stick Wax Crayons - Waldorf Assortment

Stockmar Wax Crayons are among the most loved art materials used in homes, classrooms, and Waldorf schools around the world. Known for their exceptional quality and beautifully vibrant colours, these crayons invite children to explore creativity through drawing, colour, and imaginative expression.

Crafted using a carefully balanced blend of waxes - including approximately 10% natural beeswax - combined with high-quality pigments, Stockmar crayons produce rich, warm colour tones that glide smoothly across the page. This thoughtfully developed formula uses as much beeswax as necessary while remaining mindful of it as a valuable natural resource, ensuring both excellent performance and environmental responsibility.

The inclusion of high-purity microcrystalline wax, a refined subtype of paraffin wax, plays an important role in the crayons’ distinctive qualities. This specialised wax blend enhances colour brilliance and transparency, allowing children to layer and blend colours without stickiness or dullness. The result is a smooth, durable texture that supports a wide range of artistic techniques.

Children quickly discover that Stockmar crayons can be used in many creative ways. Colours can be layered to create depth and intensity, blended to form new shades, or applied generously for strong, expressive artwork. The crayons also lend themselves to more experimental techniques such as scratching, glazing, or melting colours to create interesting effects.

The beeswax in the formula contributes a subtle sheen and a gentle, honey-like fragrance, adding an extra sensory dimension to the drawing experience. Unlike many conventional crayons, Stockmar Wax Crayons are designed to maintain excellent drawing properties - they do not crumble, stick, or smudge easily, allowing children to work confidently and freely.

Stockmar crayons are widely appreciated for their thoughtful and responsible approach to art materials. By using carefully selected ingredients and minimising the use of limited natural resources like beeswax, they offer a more sustainable choice without compromising on quality. Their harmonious colours encourage creativity while supporting children as they develop fine motor skills, artistic confidence, and an appreciation for colour and design.

Certified non-toxic and meeting rigorous safety standards, Stockmar Wax Crayons are safe for children of all ages. They are also free from common allergens such as soy, egg, nuts, and gluten, making them a reassuring choice for families and educational settings.

Durable, beautifully crafted, and designed with both people and the planet in mind, Stockmar Wax Crayons provide years of creative enjoyment and remain a trusted choice for families, educators, and artists seeking high-quality, Waldorf-inspired art materials.

Tin case, 8 crayons, length: 83 mm, diam. 12 mm (length: 3.27 inch, diam. 0.47 inch), with scrapers, 8 colours assorted, Waldorf assortment.
Colour: 01 carmine red | 02 vermilion | 03 orange | 04 golden yellow | 05 lemon yellow | 07 green | 10 ultramarine | 12 red violet

10% beeswax

About Stockmar

Stockmar has been a hallmark of excellence in Waldorf art education for over a century. Founded in 1922 by Hans Stockmar, the company began with beeswax and candle production and has grown into a leader in natural, high-quality art supplies. Guided by Waldorf principles, Stockmar emphasises the importance of colour harmony, aesthetics, and creativity in childhood development. All products are crafted from carefully selected materials, including pure beeswax and non-toxic pigments, ensuring safe and sustainable use. Stockmar supplies are designed to engage the senses, inspire imagination, and support artistic learning, whether at home, in schools, or in therapeutic settings. With a century-long heritage of craftsmanship and a dedication to sustainability, Stockmar continues to provide art materials that nurture creativity, enhance fine motor skills, and cultivate a lifelong appreciation of colour, beauty, and mindful artistic exploration.

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