At a glance
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Handpainted — every tray slightly its own
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9-inch tray sized for clean ash collection
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Eight motifs: dragonfly, plum blossom, cherry blossom, blue wave, mandala, tree of life, seven chakras, dragon
- Fits standard incense sticks
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Doubles as a shelf object — made to stay out, not to be stored
How to use it
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Angle the stick so the ember sits over the tray, not past the end of it. Most ash escapes because the stick was leaning off the edge.
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Place it on a stable, non-flammable surface and never leave a burning stick unattended.
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Let the ash cool completely before you tip it out.
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Wipe with a soft damp cloth when cool. Handpainted decoration does not belong in a dishwasher.
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Match motif to room, not to incense. The tray is out every day; the stick changes.
Choosing your motif
| Motif |
Reads as |
| Cherry Blossom |
Fleeting and generous — the season that does not wait |
| Dragonfly |
Transformation and serenity — good for reflective practice |
| Tree of Life |
Growth, balance and connection |
| Plum Blossom |
Delicate and resilient — renewal |
| Blue Wave |
Flowing and tranquil — the rhythm of water |
| Mandala |
Intricate and spiritual — harmony and focus |
| Seven Chakras |
The seven centers in color order — for chakra practice |
| Dragon |
Blue-and-white and classical — power and protection |
✨ Temple Tip — buy the tray before you need it
Almost everyone buys incense first and a holder three burns later, after finding ash on a windowsill. A nine-inch tray catches the whole length of a stick, which a small pinch-style holder does not — the difference shows up on pale surfaces immediately.
Questions we get asked
Which sticks does it fit?
Standard incense sticks. Very thick hand-rolled sticks may sit at a shallower angle in the hole but still burn safely over the tray.
Can I choose the motif?
The motif options appear on this page. If one is not listed it is not currently in stock.
Are they identical to the photos?
Close, but each tray is painted by hand, so brushwork and color placement vary a little piece to piece. That is the point of a handpainted object.
How do I clean it?
Let it cool, tip out the ash, wipe with a soft damp cloth. No dishwasher, no abrasive cleaner — the paint is a surface layer.
Does it come with incense?
No. The holder is sold on its own.
Care: Wipe clean with a soft damp cloth once cool — handpainted surfaces do not belong in a dishwasher. Let ash cool completely before emptying. Always place the holder on a stable, non-flammable surface and never leave burning incense unattended. Motif designs are painted by hand, so no two are identical.
A nine-inch tray is only as useful as what sits on it — the sticks it is built for is the shelf it was sized for. A tray that stays out is half an altar already; setting up in a shared room is the other half. Buying the holder first, for once? Sandalwood is the least demanding stick to start with.
Ash belongs on the tray, not the table. #TempleOfDesire
