{"product_id":"stars-sign-mini-bowl-incense-stick-holder-cancer","title":"Stars Sign Mini Bowl \u0026 Incense Stick Holder - Cancer","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small wooden bowl with a night sky set into it: deep midnight blue, a ring of gold constellations, and at the centre a crab beneath a crescent moon. Stand an incense stick in the little hole at its heart, or leave it empty and let it hold the things you take off at the end of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Cancer crab sits in the middle of a cream disc, drawn in fine gold line, with a crescent moon curling above it.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAround it, a ring of gold constellation drawings runs against the dark blue, with a scatter of tiny gold dots like stars.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe glossy lacquered finish catches the light and gives the blue a deep, glassy shine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe warm, grained wood frames the artwork, with darker and lighter streaks that differ from bowl to bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA single small hole at the centre is where the incense stick stands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eMango wood and lacquer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bowl is made from mango wood, a timber with a warm honey-to-brown colour and a visible, flowing grain. Because the grain is natural, no two bowls look exactly alike. The artwork sits under a glossy lacquered finish, so the surface feels smooth and the colours stay rich.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eUsing it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an incense holder, stand a stick upright in the centre hole and let the ash fall onto the bowl as it burns. Incense sticks usually burn for roughly half an hour to an hour, though this varies from stick to stick, so check the pack. Light the tip, let it flame for a few seconds, then blow it out so it glows. Burn in a well-ventilated room and never leave it unattended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOff duty, it works as a small catch-all for rings, earrings and other little treasures. Wipe it with a dry or barely damp cloth, and keep it away from standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eThe sign of the crab\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCancer is the fourth sign of the zodiac, traditionally pictured as a crab and linked in astrology with the moon, home and a protective, caring nature. That is why the crescent moon appears above the crab here. It is a piece for anyone born under Cancer, or for someone who simply likes the imagery of the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA personal gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a gift that is easy to personalise: pick the sign that matches the person's birthday, and it becomes something they can use every day, for incense, for jewellery, or just to look at. It suits birthdays, housewarmings and small thank-yous.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I have to use it with incense?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The bowl works just as well as a small dish for rings, earrings and other little things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does the incense stick go?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nInto the small hole at the centre of the bowl, under the crab. The bowl catches the ash as it falls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre there other signs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis one carries the Cancer crab. The same style of bowl is made for other zodiac signs, so you can choose the one that suits the person.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67710310089018,"sku":"SSISH-06","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/stars-sign-mini-bowl-incense-stick-holder-cancer-cover.png?v=1792131046","url":"https:\/\/shamtam.com\/products\/stars-sign-mini-bowl-incense-stick-holder-cancer","provider":"SHAMTAM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}