· Dissolve Gum Arabic in water, approximately one part powder to two parts water.
· Allow the material to soak for approximately three hours.
· In the meantime grind the herbal material to be used until it is finely powdered (using mortar and pestle or other grinding tool).
· Mix this powder into the liquid until it can be shaped into small cones.
(Add food dye if you want a colourful result, but be aware that it will stain your hands)
· Allow to dry completely in a warm area.
Incense Recipes These can be smouldered on charcoal blocks, or used to make cones and sticks by adding to the Gum Arabic solution.
If you wish to make your incense for a particular purpose - here are some recipes to augment the basic one above:
3 parts Rosemary
2 parts Yarrow
1 part Orris Root
4 parts Valerian
2 parts Rue
2 parts Bay Leaves
3 parts Dill
2 parts Caraway
4 Parts Lavender
6 tsp Sandalwood
1 part Cinnamon
1 part Anise
1 tsp Nutmeg
1 tsp Ginger
1 tsp Lemon Peel
3 drops Lemon Essential Oil
1 drop Peppermint Essential Oil
Dry petals of 3 white roses
4 parts Cedar Chips
1 parts Thyme
1 part Sage
2 tsp Rosemary
1 tsp Cinnamon
1 Pinch Salt