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Do you love meditating? Then you will obsess over this gift box curated from the NOVICA Collection that includes everything from an aromatherapy gift set to a wood chime, all made by the able hands of Indonesian artisans to awaken the senses and procure relaxation. Start with the soothing sounds of a splendid single-note chime, a percussion instrument crafted by Trisna Dewi from teak wood and stainless steel that is played using the accompanying mallet. Then arise the sense of smell with an aromatherapy gift set by Dewa Putra that includes a handmade green hand ceramic incense holder as well as incense sticks and cones in frangipani, lavender and sandalwood scents. Your sense of sight will be stimulated by a suar wood sculpture exquisitely carved by hand by Eka depicting an abstract human figure sitting with her legs crossed in a meditation pose. And once the calming ritual is finished, share your thoughts and emotions in a pair of journals designed by Komang Sulaksan and crafted from kupu-kupu leaves, lined in black fabric with agel grass binding and cinnamon stick accents as well as 80 pages of handmade rice paper.

Trisna Dewi brings the clear tones of this teak wood and stainless steel xylophone from Bali straight to your doorstep. The beautiful percussion instrument is hand crafted and features eight steel bars for a full octave of notes. Two mallets for playing are included.

Enclosed in circles, roses bloom with Balinese styling. They surround a sleek bamboo flute by Made Sudiasa. He adds a mouthpiece of coconut shell to ensure a sweet sound.

Handmade from rich mahogany wood, this stunning mini djembe drum is created by Trisna Dewi who is inspired by the music she grew up listening to in her home of Bali. The artisan uses an intricate process in the creation of this instrument, which features stretched goatskin on the top of the drum, producing a pleasant sound when struck. Beautiful gecko engravings and colorful cord decorate the sides, giving the instrument an attractive appearance.

The kalimba, or African thumb piano, is easy to play and pleasing to the ear. Crafted from hollow coconut shell and painted in bright colors, it depicts a sea turtle on the front. The kalimba produces an array of varied tones when the stainless steel "leaves" are plucked with the thumb. This petite and portable instrument is perfect for reproducing elements and tones of tribal music with ease, presented by Trisna Dewi.

Inspired by the traditional music of her childhood, Balinese artisan Trisna Dewi creates a pleasant percussion instrument using local suar wood. The instrument is designed to be played by shaking it back and forth to produce a harmonious bell-like sound.

Called a kalimba, this handmade thumb piano can be used as home decor or for casual playing. Stainless steel tines cover the hollowed teak wood base, which features carvings of geckos.

Handmade of albesia wood, this handheld shaker makes it easy to add rhythm to your next musical gathering. This percussion instrument is presented by Trisna Dewi of Indonesia.

The kalimba, or African thumb piano, is easy to play and pleasing to the ear. Crafted from a hollow coconut shell and painted in bright colors, this one by Trisna Dewi depicts a stylized rising sun. The kalimba produces an array of varied tones when the stainless steel "leaves" are plucked with the thumb. This petite and portable instrument is perfect for reproducing elements and tones of tribal music with ease.

Shake to the rhythm with this handmade maraca. Artisan Trisna Dewi of Bali creates this maraca by hand-carving the mahogany wood handle and coconut shell, which is then filled with beads. Enliven your next jam session with this fun musical instrument.

Inspired by the sounds of different cultures and the joy of childhood, artisan Trisna creates this whimsical percussion instrument that is ideal for introducing young children to music or as an interesting addition to home decor. She crafts her unique design from bamboo and jempinis wood, which she secures with agel cord. You can play the instrument by shaking it side-to-side which creates a fun, hollow wooden sound.