【Workshop(s)】MIX LAB Handmade Incense Making Workshop - Cultural Coin Eligible, Perfume Crafting Experience, Taipei DIY Class

※ As sessions are available for booking on multiple platforms, please message us privately before placing your order to confirm availability for your preferred time slot! https://image-cdn-flare.qdm.cloud/q61cb65f5c2d0a/image/data/2026/1_1.jpg From selecting raw materials, smelling the fragrances, blending the powders, to slowly kneading them into shape, each step invites you to slow down and redirect your focus to your own breath and sensations. This workshop is ideal if you appreciate the scent of wood, tea, herbs, the subtle aroma of incense in temples, or simply wish for a date experience beyond coffee shops and movies. 【Workshop Duration】Approximately 1.5 - 2 hours 【Workshop Location】Banqiao District, New Taipei City (Near Xinpu MRT Station, approximately 5 minutes walk) 【Completed Works】10-20 sticks of incense and incense cones (will vary based on individual craftsmanship and final product size) The workshop will guide you through the complete handmade process, including: 1. Introduction to incense basics and raw materials 2. Smelling and identifying the scent profiles of 20 different powders 3. Adjusting ratios and designing your incense formula 4. Hands-on incense making instruction, including preservation methods https://image-cdn-flare.qdm.cloud/q61cb65f5c2d0a/image/data/2026/07.jpg The workshop utilizes over 20 types of natural wood powders, herbal powders, floral powders, and resins as primary ingredients. Instead of relying on artificial fragrances, you'll experience the natural, warm, and layered aromatic nuances of the materials themselves. https://image-cdn-flare.qdm.cloud/q61cb65f5c2d0a/image/data/2026/08.jpg The fragrance of incense arises from the combination of various powder ratios. Different blends create distinct scent profiles – be it calming, refreshing, warm, herbal, or distinctly oriental. During the class, you'll learn to select primary and supporting scents, adjust ratios according to your preferences, and gradually develop your own unique incense powder formula. https://image-cdn-flare.qdm.cloud/q61cb65f5c2d0a/image/data/2026/09.jpg From blending the powders, adding water, kneading the paste to shaping the incense sticks and cones, the instructor will be present to assist you at every step. Your creations will need to be taken home to air dry. The workshop will also cover drying, storage, and usage instructions, allowing you to fully experience the transformation of fragrance from powder to incense. https://image-cdn-flare.qdm.cloud/q61cb65f5c2d0a/image/data/2026/10.jpg You can take your completed creations home on the same day. Depending on individual handcrafting, you will make approximately 10-20 pieces. After bringing them home, they will need to be air-dried. The workshop will also provide instructions on drying, storage, and usage, allowing you to fully experience the transformation of fragrance from powder to incense. | Instructor Introduction | The workshop is led by professional perfumer instructors from MIX LAB. With over 2,000 students taught and experience collaborating with corporations such as CTBC Bank, Tiffany & Co., Clarins, UMC, and SOGO Tianmu for fragrance experience events, our instructors provide step-by-step guidance. Even without prior perfumery experience, you can complete your own unique fragrance creation. | Frequently Asked Questions | Q1. Can I join if I have no experience? A1. Yes, the instructor will start with an introduction to scent appreciation. Q2. Can I register alone? A2. Yes, we will provide confirmed class dates for you to choose from. Q3. How many items will I make in the class? A3. You will complete approximately 10-20 sticks of incense and incense cones during the class.