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DIY CD Wind Chime


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  • Author: rosalind-chef-2
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 1 wind chime
  • Diet: N/A

Description

Create a beautiful and musical CD wind chime using recycled materials that add charm to your outdoor space.


Ingredients

  • Old CDs or DVDs
  • Fishing line or sturdy nylon thread
  • Scissors
  • Beads (optional, for decoration)
  • A wooden or metal ring (for hanging)
  • Drill or sharp object (for making holes in CDs)
  • Paint or permanent markers (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the CDs: Choose a few old CDs and make a hole near the edge of each using a drill or sharp object.
  2. Design and Decorate: If desired, decorate the CDs with paint or markers and let dry.
  3. Cut the Fishing Line: Cut several lengths of fishing line, varying from 12 to 24 inches.
  4. Assemble the Chime: Thread fishing line through the hole in each CD, tying a knot to secure, adding beads if desired.
  5. Attach to the Ring: Tie the other end of each fishing line to the wooden or metal ring, spacing them evenly.
  6. Hang Your Creation: Find a suitable spot to hang your wind chime to catch the wind and sunlight.

Notes

Consider customizing with colors, adding wind catchers for extra sound, and using various materials for different designs. This is perfect for a family project.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Craft
  • Method: Crafting
  • Cuisine: N/A

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 wind chime
  • Calories: 0
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg