Taiwan Incense Arts Series
Scholar’s Mosquito-Repelling Herbal Bead Bracelet — Hands-On Workshop
In ancient times, when scholars traveled long and arduous journeys to the capital for the imperial examinations during the humid summer, their greatest challenge was not the difficulty of the test itself, but the stifling heat and relentless mosquitoes.
Thus, herbal bead bracelets became an indispensable “invisible companion” for literati. A single strand of beads could repel insects, ward off negativity, refresh the mind, and symbolize the auspicious omen of academic success.
This workshop, themed around the “Top Scholar (Zhuangyuan)”, revives this traditional wisdom of herbal incense. Through hands-on making, you will experience the power of fragrance and the cultural richness it carries.
Fee｜ NT$1600 / person (includes herbal beads, bracelet cord, and spacers)
Date｜ October 30 ・ 2:30–4:30 PM
Venue｜ Miaoli Craft Park – Workshop Classroom
Course Highlights
Discover the cultural history and anecdotes of herbal beads
Learn natural mosquito-repelling incense formulas
Grind herbs into powder, knead into incense paste, and shape into beads
Care and preservation tips for herbal incense beads
What You’ll Take Home
A strand of Scholar’s Mosquito-Repelling Herbal Beads (made in class, to be air-dried at home)
One 18K gold-plated bead and bracelet cord (included in materials)
Additional bracelet cords and spacers available for purchase on-site if you wish to make more.
Fragrance Profile
A warm base of sandalwood blended with the soft floral notes of lavender and rose. Lemongrass and patchouli bring a refreshing, insect-repelling quality, while aged tangerine peel adds sweetness and borneol offers a cooling lift—creating a soothing summer fragrance.
