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Homeware and Furniture Arts and handicrafts are one thing, then
there’s exquisite furniture and homeware
Shops which are much produced through similar sets

of skills and craftsmanship. That’s why it’s no
wonder that many head to Bali to hunt for chic

designer items. These range from handmade
ceramic crockeries that can add some colour

to your kitchen and table back home, unique
décor pieces that are personally sourced by

passionate store owners that make up a big
part of their curated collection, as well as rare
handicrafts made in Bali by highly skilled

artisans. Some outlets showcase an exclusive
set of collections produced from their own

factory, either specialising in ceramics,
upholstery or furniture using certain materials.
Themes also vary, from the ‘hippie chic’, to

the modern and nature-inspired motifs such
Night Markets as batiks and tropical plants.

After sunset, you can head to Bali’s

collection of night markets for a local
shopping scene that is pretty much food-

related. Most are referred to locally as ‘pasar
senggol’ or ‘pasar malam’, or night bazaars,

and are where you can discover favourite
local snacks that you can try for yourself,
while deepening your insights on traditional

household items and their different uses.
Unlike the rambling night bazaars that you

may find in most of Southeast Asia, the night
markets in Bali mostly feature local and
traditional cuisines on display, which come

at very reasonable prices. There’s also
Balinese arts and crafts, bric-a-bracs and

children’s toys sold at separate kiosks, all
offered at great bargains. Such night

markets in Bali may seem a little chaotic, but
it’s exciting and you should try at least once

on your visit. ( 9 )