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EPOCHE, KALLISTA

has recommenced 7 days per week trade from MONDAY 30th JANUARY, 2017

 

Come and see our beautiful shop front - double the size of our original shop - always so many new treasures to behold!

Blessings to our wonderful customers and your families. May the light continue to shine brightly for each of you. We wish you a year of joy, love & compassion.

Enjoy the golden days of summer and stay safe x

View our store trading hours

Welcome to epoche

Our delightful store is located in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges, in Kallista, overlooking Sherbrooke Forest.

Epoche is for the child at heart in everyone and is filled with beauty, spirit and wonder.

Our exclusive range expresses an innate reverence for children and the natural environment. We offer a discerning choice of finest quality natural products that nourish the whole child/adult and nurture creativity.

We are dedicated to the provision of merchandise made from safe, non-toxic natural materials that have minimal impact on the environment and are ethically made.

 Epoche is an enchanting Steiner-inspired gift store that specialises in:

  • traditional, quality wooden & natural fibre toys - Gluckskafer, Grimms, Debresk, Nanchen, Moulin Roty, De Noest, Hjelms Forlag, Maileg, Evi Dolls, Egmont, Drei Blatter, Drewart, Kraul, Verneur, Lautenbach
  • beautiful illustrated children's books
  • anthroposophical and inspirational texts
  • handmade Waldorf dolls and felted crafts & gifts
  • premium European & USA art and craft supplies - Stockmar, Filana & Lyra
  • 100% wool and cotton clothing and other locally crafted items
  • original, handcrafted Australian made jewellery and other earthy creations
  • pure 100% beeswax candles 
  • fairtrade handcrafts and toys 
  • Sophie Digard exquisite crocheted fine wool/linen scarves & necklaces
  • Wilson & Frenchy baby wear range - Melbourne based - original, beautiful designs
  • Weleda & Flora Remedia personal care range
  • Quintessence gorgeous handmade soaps, made in the Dandenong Ranges
  • 100% leather satchels, backpacks, wallets & journals
  • wonderful, whimsical, unique gifts & homewares for adults as well

The healthy social life is found

when in the mirror of each human soul

the whole community finds its reflection,

and when in the community

the virtue of each one is living.

Latest from epoche on instagram

Another delightful handcrafted creation by our amazing dollmaker @moss_and_the_gypsy 💛 This beautiful Waldorf formed doll has already found her forever home. She will be so loved and cherished! #epoche #kallista #steinerdoll #waldorfdoll #handcrafted #steinerinspired #heirloomgifts #keepsaketoys #naturalfibres #purewoolstuffing #dollplay #naturalchildhood
We’ve been selling DoTerra essential oils for over a year now @__epoche__ and their popularity has just continued to grow! We are all smitten. Pure. Potent. Premium quality. Plant based. We have an extensive range in store. Happy weekend everyone 🌿 #epoche #kallista #doterraessentialoils #wellbeing #pure #fromnature #sensorydelight
Wonder mag for pre-teen girls Issue 05 has arrived in store at last! As lovely as ever. Come and get your copy soon! #epoche #kallista #wondermagazine #buttonandbeanbespoke #hairsnaps #sarahssilks #playsilk #nins #joguines_grapat
Our beautiful solid American oak steam bent circular shelves are back in stock! Such a beautiful vertical display in any space. Made by hand- ethically - in Melbourne 🌈 #epoche #kallista #circularshelf #ostheimerwoodentoys #grimmsrainbow #debresk #treasures
Opinel. Made in France since 1890 The traditional Opinel stainless steel pocket knife is available in many sizes, each marked on the collar of the knife. They feature a beech wood handle. Beautiful. Premium quality. Ethically made #epoche #kallista #opinel #classicpocketknives #madeinfrance
A classic book and a new favourite in Moulin Roty’s latest Jolis Trop Beaux range. We love the muted palette of these quirky new soft characters! Treasures abound @__epoche__ in all shapes and sizes 💙 #epoche #kallista #moulinrotyaustralia #rabbitlove #classicbooks #giftsofbeautyspiritwonder
A very windy day! But the sun streaming in the window is such a healing balm ☀️ Sophie Digard woolly rainbow yumminess to put a smile on your face. Such exquisite artisan creations. Happy Tuesday to you all. Keep safe those in the windy reaches #epoche #kallista #sophiedigardgoodness #crochet #scarves #purewool #brooches #velvet #flowers #ethicallymade #socialenterprise
A beautiful scene recently captured in store... A child deeply engrossed in a wonderful book, turning the pages with great care and sitting as quiet as a mouse whilst his mama shops. What an angel! Too precious not to share 💛 #epoche #kallista #lifeinstore #thejoyofreading #forthechildatheart
It’s raining!! We have some fabulous colours of Bergstein gumboots in store 🌧 Perfect for puddles and rainy days #epoche #kallista #bergstein #winter #gumboots
Come and visit our bricks & mortar store! We are open all weekend 💛 We’re having a few precious days away from social media so any questions will be answered Sunday evening AEST. #epoche #kallista #cometoourlovelyshop #nosocialmediauntilsundaynight #thanksforthephotosarah #offlineretreat
Numbers are explored in a living and fun way in this lovely book in a delightful exploration of the natural world Winter is such the perfect season for introducing some lovely new books into the home. Nothing better than reading under a warm blanket! #epoche #kallista #introducingnumbers #waldorf
Lyra assorted colour drawing pencils Stockmar modelling beeswax slices - Two of our classic & staple art/craft items sold daily @__epoche__ Requiring the warmth of a hand to soften, this modelling wax is a wonderful tactile product that allows a fully sensory experience. It comes in 15 luminous and rich colour options. Lyra unlacquered colour pencils can be purchased individually or in assortments and are a delight to use. The colours are highly pigmented and the pencils have thicker than usual leads making drawing a joy! Choose from hexagonal or triangular shape pencil barrel. A celebration of art supplies that reflect so many beautiful colours in nature 🌱🌈 #epoche #kallista #artsupplies #colouredpencils #modellingbeeswax #lyra #stockmar #headhearthands #steinerinspired #waldorfstore