How to Making a Wind Chime with a Starfish

How to Making a Wind Chime with a Starfish.

A wind chime crafted from seashells can be a simple and inexpensive way to remember a seaside vacation. This project can also be a fun and memorable way to spend time with a child, as they can help you design and construct the wind chimes. You only need a few tools.

Steps.

1. Round up your supplies. For this project, you will need 30 seashells, a starfish, clear stretchy jewelry cord (or fi

2. Wash your seashells. If your seashells were found on the beach, you'll need to clean them first. In a bucket, combine 1 part bleach with 3 parts water. Soak your seashells in the mixture for several hours. If grime and calcium has built up on the shells, try removing it with a toothbrush. Thoroughly rinse your shells in warm water and let them dry completely.

3. Drill a hole in the center of each seashell. Use your power drill and 1/16 (1.6 mm) drill bit to drill a small hole in the center of each seashell.

4. Drill holes in the starfish. Make 6 holes in your starfish, one in the center, and one on each corner/point, using your power drill and 1/16 (1.6 mm) drill bit.

5. Tie cord through each hole in the starfish. Cut 5 pieces of stretch cord (or fishing line) to a length of 24 in (60 cm). Tie a triple knot at the end of each cord. Thread your cord from the outside of your starfish, in, so the knot catches at the point and seashells can be hung from the cord. Repeat for all 5 corners.

6. Thread shells onto your cord. Thread a seashell onto the cord and tie a triple knot to prevent it from sliding down the cord. Thread another seashell onto the cord 1-2 in (2.5-5.1 cm) from the first one. Tie another triple knot to secure the shell.

7. Continue adding shells until all the cords are full. Repeat the process until each cord is full of shells. You may want to vary the starting point for the shells on different cords so that the shells will bump into each other and create a pleasing sound.

8. Create a loop to hang your wind chime. Cut a 12-in (30.5-cm) piece of twine. Thread it from inside through to the outside of the hole in the center of your starfish. Tie a triple knot on the inside to secure the twine. Then, make a loop and tie another knot.

9. Display your wind chime. Hang your new seashell wind chime from a hook either outdoors or indoors. Enjoy your unique and beautiful chimes.

Things You'll Need.

Seashells (34)

Starfish (1)

Clear stretchy jewelry cord (or fishing line)

Power drill with 1/16 in (1.6 mm) drill bit

Twine (12 in or 30.5 cm)

Scissors

Water

Dish soap