How to make Wind Chimes (that sound really good)

[@nancig9648]

My Dad had wind chimes just like this kind. He loved them. He told me one morning he went outside and found all the chimes bent in half. He said, he quickly got the message that perhaps some neighbour may not have loved his wind chimes as much as he did. That was the last of my Dad’s wind chimes. So funny. We laughed so hard at the story. So now whenever I here chimes, I think of my Dad. He passed about 5yrs ago.

[@FBMACP]

Damn bro. sorry about ur dad. the story is funny tho

[@JacqsieRae]

Beautiful n fun story...thanks for sharing

[@CursedMudflap]

I wish I was the neighbor. I love the sound of wind chimes...

[@munazah9838]

You can never have enough of your Dad....its a sweet thing bro !!💕🌸

[@ThawBerry]

Fun story, and sorry for your loss.

[@KarinSatori]

I appreciate people so much that mention other people on their own video

[@thedronescene7474]

I was casually walking today and came across a 44” windchime with the most peaceful sound I have ever heard

[@GeorginaKME]

The look on that little girls face communicates your success with these chimes, they sound beautiful! Thanks!

[@homebuiltshop]

She loves them.

[@kenmahood93]

No need for expensive materials and tools...I made mine with off-cuts of 50mm curtain rods and a Ryobi hand drill a jig-saw and a file. 5 tubes, top disc and clapper, tear-drop shaped piece of leather from an old school brief-case...lovely tones!

[@homebuiltshop]

You got it! Use what you have.

[@jhitt79]

These are pretty much the same as the wind chimes I made except instead of the conduit, I used beer cans. And instead of stringing them up, I just toss them into the yard after drinking the beer. The wind still blows them around the same though.

[@homebuiltshop]

Yours sound like the best chime ever. I'll help you make a new one. Lol.

[@jhitt79]

Jeff Baker sounds good buddy.

[@tjjackson4622]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@user-dq2ym1nn9k]

hahahaha thanks for the laugh

[@locomotives9217]

The sound of them blowing down the driveway is magical.

[@mommabear2544]

As much as I love the video, It just proved to me that i'm never going to do this and I will just buy them instead 😅

[@asd67lkj]

Thank you. I am repairing some older wind chimes for my wife, and I found some easy ways to improve the look from your video.... Thanks also, for the link to Lee Hite's website...

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks, I'm glad it was helpful.

[@greywolfin]

Great video. Thanks. Just a note for someone who may not be a fisherman. Easiest way to cut squirmy fishing line is with finger nail clippers. However I used aluminum wire for durability.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks for the tip. I need to get a set of clippers to keep in the toolbox.

[@shel3099]

Found a broken one of these and I am repairing it. Instead of fishing line I am using a leather cord. Thank you for the eyelet idea this one was just hung with more fishing line. The chain and eyelets will make this more durable. I need that in West Texas.

[@woodandwheelz]

I made a wind chime a few years ago with the tubes from another chime. I guess you could say that I repaired the chime, but I had to make all the wood parts from scratch. Instead of drilling one hole for an eyelet, I drilled 2 holes in the location of the chime and then used one long piece of line for the whole thing. Instead of fishing line though, I used the stuff they use for making jewelry. It's as thick as strong fishing line but it has a steel core coated in plastic. And it's extremely flexible. That was a few years ago and the wind chime is still going. Honestly, the line is the only thing I would change from your build. The line can also simply be crimped instead of tying. Although you can tie it also. Thank you for the great video. You have a new subscriber.

[@homebuiltshop]

Oh yeah, one line, then loop it through. I've seen some like that.

[@woodandwheelz]

@@homebuiltshop I just re-watched the video. Still enjoyed it. I'm finally in a position where I can do more projects and this is what I'm choosing as one of the first projects. Also, recording that extra footage is where you get the "Bloopers". LoL!

[@milangelagonzalez1152]

I'm impressed. The sound is beautiful. Perfect.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank you very much!

[@25bonsai]

The tip on where to locate striker patterns, priceless Thank you 😬

[@django1364]

I was smiling when I heard that first note, great job, I think that/s going to be my next project

[@homebuiltshop]

They are fun to make and sound great too.

[@django1364]

@@homebuiltshop I have been trying to download the patterns but the page not loading at all, I would like to make one like in this video, can you give me the length of all pipes and the string holes length also, the rest I can manage (I think lol). thanks in advance

[@raybade2203]

Great work and tutorial! I especially appreciated your mistake with the eyehook and how you overcame it.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks, unfortunately these sorts of things happen and we need to be able to fix it and move on.

[@okimike100]

You convinced me to buy a wind chime.

[@achillelalonde]

Thank you for sharing such thorough instructions. Beautifully equipped workshop.

[@cosmos6959]

Omg this windchime is really awesome...nd its sound take off all stress

[@homebuiltshop]

It's so peaceful. 👍

[@JohnTaylor-id7zp]

Very informative video. You make it look so easy and do a great job!

[@6bettyboo9]

I did this too and found that painting them really cut the lasting tone . The second resonating tones. I redid it with out paint and sounded way better . Awesome vid !

[@homebuiltshop]

I should experiment with that.

[@Slick1G3]

very professional looking chimes love the chains and eyelets

[@elenaceleste983]

Wow! Church chime awesome!

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks!

[@JacqsieRae]

Beautiful chimes...they sound so sweet!

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank you.

[@lovely7156]

I just found your channel ( I was searching how to do a chime and I found you and thank God I did your chime it's really beautiful and I loved following the process) Much greetings from Brazil!

[@homebuiltshop]

Awesome. Good luck with your chimes.

[@JosePedro-sr1cp]

Awesome. This will make my wife happy!

[@homebuiltshop]

Perfect!

[@olzracer]

Well done... I used a guitar tuner to adjust the length of pipes to get perfect pitch on each tube... my next set I'm going to make out of exhaust pipe.

[@homebuiltshop]

I thought about trying to use a tuner to get it exact. Exaust Pipe should sound cool. I bet it starts getting pretty low toned with the bigger pipe.

[@jaegiesselmann]

I ❤️that industrial windchime.!!! Thanks for making it look so easy-even w/the small mishaps. And!!! Most important: U still have all your fingers. 😉

[@captainhardcrabs1]

Jeff, What a great video. You not only describe step-by-step on this project clearly but your sense of humor is appreciated. My workshop is similar to yours and I really enjoy building things like the windchimes to give as gifts. At times (as any workshop enthusiast would agree) things can get frustrating and your humor is spot on for stuff like breaking critical parts and having to repeat visits to the store for small stuff. I have found you just have to walk away sometimes and laugh at the stupid stuff that is bound to happen. Plus it gets your creative juices going trying to figure out solutions 'on the fly'. I discovered after watching your video that a flashlight shining from one end of the tubes will illuminate any burs on the inside. Just a hack I figured out. Keep up the good work and thanks for the informative video!

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank you. I do like the challenge of fixing an error, and like you said, I also have to walk away many times. 😁

[@GypsyinAus]

Wow I went to that guys web site to check out the templates...after reading through his Ebooks and watching your video I figured I’m better off buying one! So much work goes into them. But your video was awesome!

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank You. Theres so much information on Lee's website. It can be overwhelming.

[@repalmore]

The reason you want to drill the thread hole in different places for different length chines is what is called the node or nodal and anti node or anti nodal points. This has to do with the vibration of the chime. The middle and ends vibrate the most and the anti nodal points vibrate the least and if done perfectly(not around this shop) doesn't vibrate at all.

[@dannyheatherlover9054]

You sir are an idiot

[@chiquitita3824]

I really like the video. I have to edit my comment and add- i love the bloopers prt at the end.

[@lindahatfield9741]

That came out beautiful!!😮

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank You!

[@gladyskeneker9792]

Simply beautiful...So peaceful !!! Muchas gracias and God bless you !!

[@dabomb292]

Brilliant video. Love the content. But if I’m honest, it’s the last 5 minutes of ‘real’ footage that I thought was great! Keep it up!

[@achillelalonde]

OMG, What a tale....perseverance furthers! Good on ya mate. Gotta love those trips back to the hardware store. ....simply need to develop the capacity to say yes to what is. Blessings on your journey🙏 and thank you for sharing yourSelf

[@homebuiltshop]

It happens to me all the time. Lol.

[@eliancalebsaquilayan5255]

They sound so beautiful...

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank you! 👍

[@thomasmichaels1293]

Beautifully done my man. Great attitude. Really nice. Love it.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks so much. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@marthauriarte4447]

I love wind chimes and those sound beautiful

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank You.

[@daydreamwalker618]

We're practically neighbors, I am in Co Springs. Great video!

[@homebuiltshop]

Howdy Neighbor! I'm just east of you a few minutes.

[@erfernandez2497]

Excellent job on the Wind Chimes.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks! I love the sound of them.

[@susangordon1157]

Thank you for showing the outtakes! That made it realistic for me! If at first you don't succeed... Lol

[@homebuiltshop]

It happens to us all. Lol.

[@lisaryan7500]

Thank you! You've done a nice job constructing this, and definitely inspired me to attempt a new project.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank you. Have fun making yours! 👍

[@searae727]

You asked... Aesthetics - Need to lose the 'chain' and replace it with the line you used to hang the pipes. The chain sticks out like a sore thumb, gaudy. I love these kinds of chimes. I have a pair that are tuned to C mas 9. Thanks for the video... I think I might try and make one!

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks for the feedback. I may make another one sometime myself.

[@debradavis60]

That was such a good video and funny too. Thanks for showing the outtakes so I know things can happen, even to pros!

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks, the outtakes are one of my favorite parts. Lol.

[@bernardjosephmarto9618]

I like the natural color of your wood its beautiful.

[@bernardjosephmarto9618]

Thank you so much

[@bernardjosephmarto9618]

Thank you so much

[@TNgardentoeat]

Very cool wind chimes! Good idea to make multiples!

[@baileyroy69]

Thank you, nice workmanship. This has been very helpful for me.

[@OtterLakeFlutes]

I was surprised that aluminum tubing worked. It was thicker and a harder aluminum (7075?) than some. I used that guy's site for some advice and they mightn't be at perfect pitch but they sustain and are well-liked. The slight dissonance makes for a mysterious sound, so I'm happy.

[@homebuiltshop]

I really think you could use most anything. I too like a little bit of dissonance.

[@JESUSlovesyouall]

Loved the wind chime 🤗 Loved the outtakes 🤣

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank You! I love the sound.

[@michelehines2477]

I really enjoyed your video on how to make wind chimes I wanted to make some wind chimes out of some electrical pipes that I had leftover from when I had my electric done in my house and a 10 and I didn't want to throw them away so when I saw your video I saw one video once before I don't know what the guy's name was but he had a similar video on how to make wind chimes out of pipes to but I really enjoyed yours because you are very detailed you are very descriptive you show everything you tell us everything that you're doing and what you're using for tools so it gives me an idea of what I need to have before I get started because I was clueless before the guy that showed before he didn't really give you you a whole lot he showed you how but I needed some very specific Direction so you really nailed it and I want to thank you and I enjoyed you thank you so much

[@mama2LA]

Enjoyable video, love your shop!

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank You!

[@todddudley3600]

Great windchime build and thanks for the info.

[@philj2535]

Love the outakes!

[@homebuiltshop]

Outtakes are so fun. Lol.

[@dvillebenny1445]

This was a great video to use to repair a set of chimes that have split and broke. thx

[@AtlantaTerry]

That is what I have to do, too.

[@crappo8459]

Nice build I've used purple hart in the past it looses it's color if it's out side ,you can oil it easier to refinish if you choose to .on the acrylic sail sand the edges like you did then use a blow torch the edges will turn clear no sanding marks great job on the chimes

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks, I need to try the torch trick.

[@throne1797]

You were very smart wearing a dust mask when sanding purple heart. But you should've worn it when bandsawing and routing it as well. And completely enclosed eye goggles.

[@CH-py8zv]

Cool chimes dude.😁

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks! I appreciate that.

[@cherishbenge4866]

The bloopers 🤣

[@helenlaboone6538]

love them, wish I could make me some, no tools

[@larrymorrison2773]

This was a very well done project I enjoyed watching it amd learned some good tips I'm going to try it with my daughter thanks

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks. It's a great family project. 👍

[@pjs-1287]

Very nice and it sounds great I think I’ll give it a try

[@homebuiltshop]

Go for it. Its a fun project.

[@raquellestarfire6539]

I really enjoyed this video. My very first choice in creating wind chimes. Thanks for making it look easy. 🤗

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks!

[@aj_meshuggah]

I like the way you present the whole thing. I appreciate your unassuming way and give credit and acknowledgement where it's due. BTW, your finished wind chime has a nice tone to it. Make some more things and post them... you're very presentable with your skills. All the best. Cheers!

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks so much. I have lots of other stuff on my channel. Check it out if you're interested.

[@GryphonArmorer]

Cool project. Just an FYI, the pipe cutter should have a burr tool. It's a flip out triangle. 😎👍

[@homebuiltshop]

It does but I feel the file gets it smoother. Either way works though.

[@Arkie407]

Also if you work with conduit much, there is a specific "conduit reamer" tool (Klein & Greenlee both have it) with a screwdriver handle, makes quick work of that. Standard tool belt pouch item for most any electrician.

[@BisonWorkshop]

ive been thinking about doing this for myself. nice job man.

[@TuckerSP2011]

It sounds awesome! Beautiful!

[@rahulchh0492]

They really sound gooooood

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks!

[@donwood7700]

Great video and excellent outtakes!

[@homebuiltshop]

I love outtakes. Lol

[@customcraftsbybruceslaton4872]

Lee Hite is an amazing resource! Your chimes are almost like the chimes I've built!

[@ScottandTera]

Awesome build. Very easy to follow

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank You.

[@kuldipgill8191]

You did a great job

[@00lilyvonshtupp]

Awesome ! I'm going to try to make some ! Sounds wonderful !

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks, You can do it!

[@shadetreeforge]

nice video! to prevent broken screws scraping them over beeswax or over a bar of soap works as well, and pre drilling deep enough so they don't bottom out is a must in hard woods!

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks. I have gotten used to waxing the screws now. It works much better.

[@sanseijedi]

Beeswax or parowax but avoid soap, especially if exposed to high humidity (like outside). Long term the moisture can cause cheapo hardware to rust into wood fibers & maybe rust through. Those eye screws have a thin plating at best.

[@mikejung3908]

Very nice indeed, job well done.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank You.

[@robynwatt4291]

Fantastic... You make it look so easy. Thanks so mmmuch.

[@lisaray9404]

LOL! Great video, especially the end! You sound like me, but I tend to add a few flourishing words to my conversations. Thanks for the video!

[@homebuiltshop]

You are so welcome!

[@sammyzonna8045]

Loved you in home alone and city slickers

[@billmccoy3666]

Loge the idea of eye hooks instead of just tieing to the top's holes. Nicely done!

[@JawadAli-qp4ip]

I really love chimes really like it❤❤❤❤

[@suzieq9009]

That is awesome love wind chimes bloopers great as well

[@corinnenygren428]

Great job on the explanation. Very interesting. Appreciate the resource you mentioned as well.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks. Lee's site has sooooo much information. lol.

[@LisaSalaices]

Really lovely work!!!

[@vijaykumar-np8qq]

Nice work bro...I am trying make a wind chimes.good information .for make a wind chimes. I love you from India

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank you!

[@Cyber_sloth]

I am also from india

[@vijaykumar-np8qq]

👍

[@Cyber_sloth]

@@vijaykumar-np8qq I didn't expect I would get a rply

[@vijaykumar-np8qq]

🤗

[@williamj.stilianessis1851]

I've found that the 50lb line will degrade in the sun after a full season with weight on it. I replaced the line with picture frame wire. A tad clunky but far more durable. Chimes still sound good too. Thanks for the build advice.

[@homebuiltshop]

I wonder if different brands of line have different properties. So far, I haven't had one of these break. They've been outside in the elements since I made them. Thanks for sharing your experience. Its something to take note of.

[@jackpayne4149]

Super project

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks!

[@tro8191]

Great vid! Gonna make for Xmas present.

[@betsytraughber1870]

That's beautiful, I want one!

[@AtlantaTerry]

Make one, it is fun.

[@homebuiltshop]

You can do it!

[@carlmarsteller8649]

Nice build, love the sound. think I will try to make one. Carl

[@dlou3264]

I liked and subscribed! I’m checking out Lee Hite’s website! Great job! Beautiful wood, beautiful chimes, beautiful teardrop, beautiful sound! (You are funny!)

[@margiemoreland9988]

Love it and the sound

[@rod1148]

Great video! Do you have any tips on how to tied the strings so all tubes are the same distance from the hang point? Thanks

[@TheOffCycle]

Use crimps rather than tying knots

[@mytunes48]

sound nice, and look good

[@sharonmuller4209]

Great video. Beautiful . Thank you.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank You, I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@fernandochavez4312]

Sounds great!👍

[@randyharmon3655]

Very awesome great job

[@homebuiltshop]

Thank you so much 😀

[@deniseview4253]

Love the sound of it.

[@homebuiltshop]

Thanks.

[@jeffreypotter]

Nice thanks for the video. I did some in bamboo,

[@heathercoombes2734]

Hi is there instructions to make the wind chime, I would love this in the backyard 😀 thanks Heather

[@traileewatsonbasketball]

Can you provide the lengths of EMT you used in your video and length placement of the holes? They sound great and would like to make one like yours

[@AffanzDadaBari]

Wow, nice work

[@julioescobar1340]

Great video. I'll try to make one thanks buddy ☺️