{"id":15171,"date":"2024-07-30T10:45:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T14:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/?p=15171"},"modified":"2024-07-30T10:57:02","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T14:57:02","slug":"upcycled-wind-chimes-transforming-junk-into-garden-decor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/2024\/07\/30\/upcycled-wind-chimes-transforming-junk-into-garden-decor\/","title":{"rendered":"Upcycle and Create Beautiful Polymer Clay Wind Chimes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hello, everyone! It\u2019s Sandy here, and I\u2019m thrilled to share my latest video with you: creating these beautiful Seaside Wind Chimes using upcycled materials and polymer clay. This is a fantastic outdoor garden trash to treasure project that will help you transform junk into garden decor beautifully. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/0H6n2E3kHII\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Upcycled-wind-chimes-thumbnail-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Wind chimes created by covering upcycled household materials with polymer clay sheets and molded sea life themed deocrations.\" class=\"wp-image-15172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Upcycled-wind-chimes-thumbnail-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Upcycled-wind-chimes-thumbnail-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Upcycled-wind-chimes-thumbnail-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Upcycled-wind-chimes-thumbnail-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Upcycled-wind-chimes-thumbnail.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re searching for trash to treasure garden ideas or looking to enhance your summer garden decor, this tutorial has everything you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You&#8217;ll Learn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this class, I\u2019ll guide you through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Planning and creating correct hole spacing<\/strong> for hanging your wind chimes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Templates for perfectly spacing<\/strong> any number of chimes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Steps for adding clay<\/strong> to cover an upcycled can<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A quick shortcut for choosing a color palette<\/strong> for your project<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The two essential things you need<\/strong> to get nice molded designs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inspiration for alternate materials and designs<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How to measure all your wind chime parts<\/strong> so they operate properly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>By the end of this tutorial, you&#8217;ll have a stunning piece of art that not only looks beautiful but also sounds lovely. Let\u2019s dive into the details and turn your garden into a summer paradise with these enchanting wind chimes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-on-white.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"241\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-on-white-241x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15178\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-on-white-241x300.jpg 241w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-on-white-822x1024.jpg 822w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-on-white-120x150.jpg 120w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-on-white-768x957.jpg 768w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-on-white-1233x1536.jpg 1233w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-on-white.jpg 1345w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 241px) 100vw, 241px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch the Video<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To see the full tutorial, watch my video on YouTube: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/0H6n2E3kHII\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Upcycle and Create Beautiful Polymer Clay Wind Chimes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tools and Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a list of the tools and materials you&#8217;ll need for this project:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Approximately 3-inch diameter aluminum can (cat food or tuna fish can)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Polymer clay to cover the can (scrap clay works great)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Polymer clay for decoration (blends, cane slices, sculpted designs, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2WgJ9eG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Acrylic roller<\/a> and pasta machine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2WiAKr0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Craft knife <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2WioQxw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clay blade<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Awl, hammer, and wooden surface to hammer on<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Hp3yWZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1\/16 inch drill bit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 1\/4\u201d square cutter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/39zHrAt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2 3\/4\u201d round cutter<\/a> (for striker)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2RKAz86\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Liquid clay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ultra-fine point Sharpie marker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two texture sponges (aquarium filters or soap savers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Silicone molds (handmade or purchased, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3tzvsK4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sculpey Sea Life<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2\u201d-3\u201d shape cutter (for sail)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set of wind chime tubes\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3xt2LQ5\">small, very inexpensive set<\/a> (has a nice tinkling sound)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3NXlMBn\">larger set of tubes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/firemountaingems.com\/search?keywords=wind+chime+tubes\">nice options<\/a> (some are laser etched) at Fire Mountain Gems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3MXaQCv\">Bead stringing wire<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3QrIItW\">Crimp tubes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3HzCHaQ\">Wire cutters<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3xs9J89\">Chain nose pliers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beads and crystals for decoration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-in-garden.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"241\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-in-garden-241x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15177\" srcset=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-in-garden-241x300.jpg 241w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-in-garden-822x1024.jpg 822w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-in-garden-120x150.jpg 120w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-in-garden-768x957.jpg 768w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-in-garden-1233x1536.jpg 1233w, https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/chimes-in-garden.jpg 1345w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 241px) 100vw, 241px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you along the way, check out these helpful videos and extra tips and inspiration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/Wind_chimes_diagram_and_spacing_templates.pdf\">Wind chimes diagram and spacing templates PDF<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/dC3qc5vU-hI\">A Simple Tool To Control the Width of Polymer Clay Blends<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/pIN5P-h_h-4\">Butterfly Wind Chimes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/sandysewin\/color-inspiration\/\">Pinterest color inspiration board<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/cspxKbIC0XI\">DIY Texture Sheets, Impressions and Mold of Anything with Silicone Molding Putty<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/zIJYlZIAbaI\">How to Make Two-Part Molds With Silicone Molding Putty<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/nYFYDUAGz4w\">How to Use Apoxie Sculpt Air Dry Epoxy Clay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/leehite.org\/Chimes.htm\">An Engineering Approach to Wind Chime Design<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video controls loop src=\"https:\/\/keepsakecrafts.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/seaside-chimes-chiming.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I hope you\u2019re as excited as I am to start this project. Transform your outdoor garden with these trash to treasure garden ideas and enjoy beautiful summer garden decor all season long. I can&#8217;t wait to see what you create, so be sure to share your wind chime masterpieces with me!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Happy creating!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Sandy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Upcycle and Create Beautiful Polymer Clay Wind Chimes\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0H6n2E3kHII?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Create wind chimes using upcycled materials and polymer clay! 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