Create Your Own Incense: A Hands-On Workshop in Ubud, Bali

Step into our studio and embark on a creative journey to craft your own personalized incense. This isn't just about making incense; it's about a unique "incense immersion" where you'll discover the secrets behind high-quality, natural aromas. You'll leave with new skills and your own hand-made, beautifully scented creations.

Ages 8+ are welcome!

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What you’ll do

  • Hands-On Incense Making

    Learn to mix a perfect base powder with water and master the ancient craft of hand-rolling your own incense sticks and cones.

  • Customize The Scent

    Infuse your incense with your choice of high-quality organic essential oils. Discover the unique aromatic properties of popular blends like frangipani, sandalwood, and clove.

  • Discover Incense Secrets

    Understand the core ingredients, why some incense is more expensive than others, and the magic of makko powder as the perfect base.

  • Paint Your Own Burner

    Put the finishing touch on your creation by painting a ceramic incense burner. Make it uniquely yours with a design inspired by your experience.

  • Relax and Enjoy

    The process is designed to be a meditative and fun experience, filled with calming aromas.

  • Create Incense Cones

    Optionally, learn how to make incense cones as well.

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Take Home

  • Your hand-rolled incense sticks and/or cones.

  • Your unique, painted ceramic incense burner.

  • A deeper understanding of the art of natural incense making.

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Why this workshop?

  • A Complete Sensory Journey: Engage your sense of touch and smell as you work with high-quality, organic ingredients.

  • Personalized Creation: Leave with a truly unique, hand-rolled incense blend that is entirely your own.

  • Relaxing & Creative Outlet: This workshop is a perfect way to de-stress and express your creativity, regardless of your skill level.

  • All Materials Included: We provide everything you need—from the makko powder to the ceramic burner—so you can focus on the fun.

  • You'll learn the step-by-step process of making incense, from blending ingredients to mastering the rolling technique. We'll also cover the different types of aromatic oils and their properties.

  • Yes, we emphasize the sourcing of organic oils and natural ingredients to ensure a high-quality product and rich sensory experience.

  • Our hands-on incense workshop is held at our studio, Paint & Sip Ubud, located at Jl. Bisma No. 85, Ubud, Bali. This beautiful and inspiring environment provides the perfect setting for your creative exploration.

  • No prior experience is needed! Our workshop is designed for everyone, from beginners curious about natural scents to those interested in a hands-on creative activity. Our friendly instructors will guide you through every step of the process.

  • Our hands-on incense workshop typically lasts for 120 minutes. This provides ample time for learning the techniques, experimenting with scents, and creating your own personalized incense.

  • You'll learn how to create your own unique blends of incense. In this class, you will learn to make stick and cone incense using natural binders and your custom blend of organic herbs, fragrant woods, and essential oils.

  • Our incense workshop can be a fascinating and educational experience for families. Children ages 8 and up can enjoy learning about natural ingredients and the hands-on process of making incense.

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