Blackbird Incense Pyres

Blackbird's modern incense cones are a great way to scent your space. Each cone is handmade using the highest-quality bamboo charcoal and the company's unique blends of high-quality essential oils. Each tin contains 20 scented black charcoal cones and has a lid that can act as a burner—though Blackbird recommends using a dedicated burner plate or another vessel to make the experience your own. To use your incense pyres, place the cone on a stable, heat-resistant surface (like a burner plate, dish, tile, or stone) and carefully light the tip of the cone. Let it burn for 10 to 15 seconds until an ember has formed, and then blow it out. Allow the cone to smoke until it has burned all the way through. Afterwards, make sure to dispose of the ash in water to prevent the risk of fire. Learn more about the individual scents in the “Scent Profiles” section below.

Eleven years ago, Blackbird was a little-known design studio in Seattle’s burgeoning Ballard neighborhood. At the helm was Nicole Miller, who curated a selection of lesser-known style brands that earned the store a small but dedicated following. When local press began to take notice and the following grew, Miller launched her own line of American-made denim. Then came home goods, accessories, and apothecary items. Pretty soon, it was national media singing her praises. Today, the company’s trademark art-meets-nature aesthetic reaches fans around the globe.