MAKE
YOUR OWN WIND CHIMES
By Super
Handyman Al Carrell
Wind chimes are a great addition to your patio or deck. Even a slight breeze
will result in pleasing sound. Here's how you can do-it-yourself. . .often
with materials you already have.
Materials
Strong string
Turnbuckles (2)
Round metal electrical box cover plate
Electrical conduit (pipe)
Scrap block of wood
Weight (We used a plastic tile)
Directions
1. Cut conduit
into four sections. We found lengths of 32, 36, 39 and 40 inches makes a
great sound.
2. Drill holes
near the top of each pipe section.
3. Remove the
bottom eye-bolt from each turnbuckle, using one to attach the remainder
of the turnbuckle to the round plate and the other to hold the wood block.
4. Now look
at the drawing to assemble the chimes. Note that the wood block must be
positioned so it will strike all four pipe sections and that the weight
hangs below them. |