# Wooden Stick with Velvet

> Wooden Stick with Velvet is a 19cm singing bowl. At £2.20 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/wooden-stick-with-velvet031 |
| Product type | Tibetan Singing Bowls |
| Dimensions | Approx. 19cm |
| What's included | One singing bowl |
| SKU | tib-47 |
| Price | £2.20 |
| 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

Wooden Stick with Velvet is a 19cm 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: Designed to complement singing bowls beautifully, this wooden stick with velvet creates a smooth, controlled contact that draws out clear, rounded tones. The soft velvet head helps reduce harsh impact, making it ideal for both gentle striking and steady rim play.

Size: approximately 19cm. Allow for small variations between batches.

## Traditions (belief, not health claims)

In meditation and sound practice, the bowl's fading tone is used as a focal point, and bowls are commonly played at the beginning and end of a session. Engraved designs such as mandalas, the Om symbol or the Buddha are decorative and devotional; they reflect the traditions the bowls come from. We share these as cultural traditions and personal beliefs only, never as health claims.

## How to use

- 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.
- Set the bowl on a cushion or your flat, open palm.
- Tap the outside wall softly with the mallet to wake the bowl.
- Gifting idea: a ready-to-play set is a thoughtful present for a yoga teacher or a friend starting meditation.
- Display idea: between sessions, a bowl on its cushion makes a striking shelf or altar piece.
- Session idea: strike once at the start of a meditation and let the tone fade completely before you begin.

## Care

- Wipe with a smooth, 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 Wooden Stick with Velvet used for?

Place the bowl on a cushion or your flat, open palm.

### How do I clean the Wooden Stick with Velvet?

Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth after use. Avoid abrasive metal polish, especially on painted or engraved finishes.

### What size is the Wooden Stick with Velvet?

About 19cm. Allow for slight variation.

### Is the Wooden Stick with Velvet a good gift?

Yes, especially for people starting a meditation or yoga practice. At £2.20 it makes an easy add-on or stocking filler. You can send it to any UK address at checkout.

### When will my Wooden Stick with Velvet arrive?

Most UK orders arrive within 2–5 working days. Delivery costs £3.95 and is free over £40.

### Can I send the Wooden Stick with Velvet back if I change my mind?

Yes, within 14 days of delivery. Email hello@starseeduk.co.uk to start a return. Faulty items are also covered by the Consumer Rights Act.

### Is the Wooden Stick with Velvet 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 Wooden Stick with Velvet 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 by custom 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 soft, 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 Wooden Stick with Velvet?

Wipe with a fine, dry cloth after use; skin oils can mark the metal.

### How do I use the Wooden Stick with Velvet?

Place the bowl on a cushion or your flat, open palm. Tap the outside wall gently 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 Wooden Stick with Velvet?

£2.20. UK delivery is £3.95, or free if your basket is over £40: add £37.80 more to qualify. Delivery usually takes 2–5 working days.

### Is the Wooden Stick with Velvet 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 Wooden Stick with Velvet look exactly like the photo?

Yes, apart from small batch differences in colour or packaging.

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