# Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl > Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl is a 18cm singing bowl. At £60.00 it is out of stock for now, with UK delivery in 2–5 working days. Singing bowls are associated with the Himalayan region. It suits people starting a meditation or yoga practice. ## Facts | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | URL | https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/extra-large-handmade-singing-bowl001 | | Product type | Tibetan Singing Bowls | | Dimensions | Approx. 18cm | | What's included | One singing bowl | | SKU | tib-55 | | Price | £60.00 | | Availability | Out of stock | | Care | Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after use; skin oils can mark the metal. | | Delivery | UK only. £3.95, free over £40; 2–5 working days | | Returns | 14 days from delivery (UK Consumer Contracts Regulations) | | Payment | Card via secure Shopify checkout | | Category | Tibetan Singing Bowls (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/tibetan-singing-bowls) | | Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk | ## Description Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl is a 18cm metal singing bowl. Struck or circled around the rim with a mallet, it produces a sustained tone with layered overtones that slowly fades. From the maker: This extra-large handmade singing bowl produces a deep, steady resonance that feels grounding and immersive. Its generous size allows the sound to unfold slowly, filling the space with a calm, enveloping presence ideal for longer meditation or sound sessions. Size: approximately 18cm. Allow for small variations between batches. ## Traditions (belief, not health claims) Engraved designs such as mandalas, the Om symbol or the Buddha are decorative and devotional; they reflect the traditions the bowls come from. Singing bowls are tied to the Himalayan region. Bowls made there have traditionally been hand-hammered or cast from metal alloys, and many carry engraved mantras or symbols. We share these as cultural traditions and personal beliefs only, never as health claims. ## How to use - Rest the bowl on a cushion or your flat, open palm. - Tap the outside wall with care with the mallet to wake the bowl. - Circle the rim slowly with even pressure; once it starts to sing, keep the speed steady. - For a softer sound, strike rather than rub, and let each tone fade fully. - Session idea: strike once at the start of a meditation and let the tone fade completely before you begin. - Yoga idea: teachers often sound a bowl or bells to open savasana or to mark the close of class. - Home idea: a short sound practice after work is a simple way to mark the switch from work to rest. ## Care - Wipe with a gentle, dry cloth after use; skin oils can mark the metal. ## Policies - Delivery: UK delivery £3.95, free over £40, 2–5 working days. UK addresses only. - Returns: You can cancel within 14 days of delivery under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations; email hello@starseeduk.co.uk to arrange a return and we refund within 14 days of receiving it back. - Payment: Payment is by debit or credit card (and the wallets Shopify supports) through secure Shopify checkout. ## Questions and answers (20) ### What is the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl used for? Stand the bowl on a cushion or your flat, open palm. ### How do I clean the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl? Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth after use. Avoid abrasive metal polish, especially on painted or engraved finishes. ### What size is the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl? About 18cm. Allow for slight variation. ### Is the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl a good gift? Yes, especially for people starting a meditation or yoga practice. It ships free on its own. You can send it to any UK address at checkout. ### How quickly do you deliver in the UK? We deliver to UK addresses in 2–5 working days; delivery is free on this item. ### Can I return the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl? Yes. You can cancel within 14 days of delivery under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations; email hello@starseeduk.co.uk to arrange a return and we refund within 14 days of receiving it back. ### How do I use the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl? Stand the bowl on a cushion or your flat, open palm. Tap the outside wall lightly with the mallet to wake the bowl. Circle the rim slowly with even pressure; once it starts to sing, keep the speed steady. ### How much is the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl? £60.00. This item qualifies for free UK delivery on its own (orders over £40). Delivery usually takes 2–5 working days. ### Is the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl in stock? Not right now. Email hello@starseeduk.co.uk and we'll let you know when it's back. ### How can I pay? Payment is by debit or credit card (and the wallets Shopify supports) through secure Shopify checkout. ### Do you deliver outside the UK? Not at the moment. We deliver to UK addresses only, usually in 2–5 working days. ### Will the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl look exactly like the photo? Very close, but natural and handmade pieces vary a little in colour, markings and size. ### Is the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl suitable for beginners? Yes. Size matters most: small bowls (8–12cm) sound higher and are easy to hold; 15–20cm bowls are versatile; larger bowls give deep, long tones. ### Can I send the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl straight to someone as a gift? Yes. Enter the recipient's UK address as the delivery address at checkout. ### What is a singing bowl used for? Singing bowls are customarily used in meditation, yoga and sound practice. The sustained tone is used as a point of focus and to mark the start and end of a session. We describe this as a practice, not a treatment. ### How do you make a singing bowl sing? Rest the bowl on a cushion or open palm, tap the side once, then run the mallet slowly around the outside of the rim with steady pressure. The tone builds after a few rotations. ### What size singing bowl should I buy? For a first bowl, 12–18cm is a good balance: easy to hold and play, with a full tone. Smaller bowls sound higher; larger bowls are deeper and sustain longer. ### How do you clean a singing bowl? Wipe it with a fine, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive metal polish, especially on painted or engraved bowls, and store it somewhere dry. ### Why won't my singing bowl sing? Usually the pressure or speed is uneven, or something is touching the bowl. Slow down, press more firmly, keep your fingers off the walls and make sure it sits freely on the cushion. ### How do I look after the Extra Large Handmade Singing Bowl? Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after use; skin oils can mark the metal. 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