Last Updated on February 23, 2025 by Masha Eretnova
The wind’s blowing and creativity’s calling! If you have a crafty streak, forget those generic store-bought windchimes this year. Get your hands busy and create melodic outdoor decorations with these creative DIY wind chime craft ideas.
This roundup is packed with eco-friendly windchimes, upcycled windchime materials, and nature-inspired designs for crafters of all skill levels. From silverware transformations to kid-friendly projects, we’ve got something for everyone!
So, gather your materials and get those creative juices flowing to make some beautiful outdoor sound decorations with this guide to DIY windchimes and easy craft ideas that will make your neighbors green with envy.
Quick Tips for Making Wind Chimes Easy and Fun
- Start Simple: Begin with easy projects like bottle caps or seashell chimes before trying harder ones.
- Use Strong String: Always pick waterproof string or wire that won’t break outdoors.
- Protect from Weather: Spray all parts with a waterproof sealer to make them last longer.
- Space Things Right: Leave 2-3 inches between hanging items so they can move and make nice sounds.
- Add Weight at Bottom: Put something a bit heavier at the bottom of strands to help catch the wind.
- Make it Personal: Add special items that mean something to you for a one-of-a-kind chime.
- Have Fun: Don’t worry about perfect—handmade chimes should look unique and special!
Handmade Wind Chimes Crafts For Kids And Adults
These beautiful windchimes are beautiful and fun to make, helping you to create something special that shows off your style. Make these simple wind chimes to create outdoor music that’s uniquely yours.
These handmade wind chimes will be perfect for spring and Easter and for the whole summer break!
Easy Beaded Rainbow Wind Chime Kids Craft
Kids will love making this colorful DIY beaded wind chime during the summer. They are fun and super easy to make!
One of the ways to keep your kids busy is by getting them involved in this beautiful creation. Plus, this DIY Beaded Wind Chime is a kids’ craft with supplies that come right from the Dollar Store.
Get full details from How to This and That
How to Make Washer Wind Chimes for Spring
This washer wind chime will lighten up your home for spring. And if you love colorful home crafts and want to add a pop of color to your home, then this wind chime fits perfectly.
This DIY craft is a fantastic way to introduce kids to upcycling while allowing them to express creativity. It is not only beautiful but also simple to make!
Get full details from One Time Through
Colorful Wind Chime Craft
Spend more time with your family by making this colorful wind chime craft. It’s an opportunity to bond with the whole family, especially in a busy world like ours.
You will enjoy making them because they’re super easy to make and you probably have the supplies in your home. The bright colors and joyful sounds will serve as a beautiful reminder of the time spent together.
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Kid’s Craft: Make a Wind Chime out of Plastic Eggs
Engage your kids by making this wind chime with them. It’s safe and straightforward to make. You don’t need to worry about supplies. You probably have plastic eggs at home already to make this cool craft.
For extra creativity, kids can decorate the eggs with stickers, markers, or even glitter. This craft is a fantastic way to recycle leftover plastic eggs from Easter or other celebrations.
Get full details from Morenas Corner
Seashell Wind Chimes Tutorial
Put your seashells to good use by making a cool wind chime out of them. Nothing is a waste now; just like a seashell wind chime, you can create something unique.
Seashells make a beautiful and natural wind chime, bringing a coastal vibe to your home or garden. You will get excited just at the clinks of it.
Get full details from Inspiration Made Simple
Coffee Can CD Wind Chime
Make a beautiful wind chime just with your coffee can and CDs or DVDs. The fun part is that you can gift this to a friend who loves music.
This wind chime is easy and perfect for cooperative learning! Recycling old CDs and a coffee can into a wind chime creates a stunning reflective display as the CDs catch the sunlight and shimmer.
Get full details from Happy Hooligans
Terracotta Flower Pot Wind Chime
Turn this simple garden item into a beautiful wind chime using a flower pot. It will turn your plain terracotta pots into musical decorations for your garden. It’s a beautiful creation for your garden and super simple to make.
The natural earthy tones of terracotta pots blend beautifully with outdoor spaces, and when used as a wind chime, they create a soothing, hollow sound when they gently knock against each other.
Get full details from House of Joyful Noise
DIY SKELETON KEY WIND CHIME
There’s something strangely beautiful about old keys making music in the wind! This vintage wind chime mixes history and sound in a special way.
You can make this skeleton wind chime just with your keys! This wind chime is perfect for repurposing forgotten keys, turning them into a beautiful and meaningful piece of decor.
Get full details from Oh So Lovely Blog
How to Make DIY Mini Macrame Wind Chimes
Create a beautiful wind chime with macramé and soft, musical sounds! This wind chime incorporates a natural with peaceful, gentle sounds for a perfect outdoor decoration.
Try this easy handmade wind chime with your family!
Get full details from Pretty Life Girls
Bottle Cap Wind Chime
Turn your old bottle caps into a fun, colorful wind chime that helps the planet! If you love a colorful craft that will sing new tunes to your ears, try this bottle cap wind chime. Y
ou can even arrange the caps in rainbow orders. It will look amazing! Bottle caps may seem like small, everyday items, but when strung together, they create a cheerful, clinking sound that adds charm to your outdoor space.
Plus, this craft is a fantastic way to upcycle and reduce waste while making something beautiful.
Get more details from Frogs and Snails and Puppy Dog Tail
Antique Key Wind Chimes
Make your garden more charming with a wind chime made from old keys! This wind chime turns forgotten keys into a beautiful decoration with a touch of history. It’s a special way to reuse old keys and creates a lovely, gentle sound in the breeze.
Whether you love vintage decor or enjoy creative upcycling, this antique key wind chime is a stunning and simple DIY project.
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Making Flower Pot Garden Windchimes
Turn your simple garden pots into beautiful flower pot wind chime! It will add a rustic touch and soft music to your outdoor space.
The best part is that you can paint your flowers in any color you like!
Get full details from Thimble and Twig
Homemade Wind Chimes with Sea Glass
Create a beautiful DIY sea glass wind chime that brings the peaceful sound of the ocean to your home! If you love to relax outdoors, you should try this craft.
It will add calmness to your space.
You will even get a free printable template that’s perfect for a cool charm in your decor.
Get full details from The Crafty Blog Stalker
Chain of Hearts Garden Mobile – Easy DIY
This charming garden mobile adds beauty and soft sounds to your outdoor space, changing with the light throughout the day! This chain of hearts comes together to create a lovely nature-inspired wind chime.
And it is super easy and budget-friendly as well.
Get full details from A Crafty Mix
Water Bottle Craft Wind Spiral
Turn plastic waste into a beautiful, moving wind chime with this fun recycling project! These spirals will twist and spin in the wind, making a unique and eco-friendly decoration!
Plus, it’s easy to make and can be done outside your home.
Get full details from Diana Rambles
Clay Pot Snowman Wind Chime
Clay pot wind chimes add a touch of winter magic to your garden all year! These cute snowman-themed chimes turn simple terracotta pots into charming, musical decorations.
This snowman has a Christman cap on its head and a smiley face. The fun part is that you can add any of your favorite embroideries to this wind chime. It immediately cheers your spirit, and sure your kids will have fun dressing it up.
Get full details from The Keeper of the Cheerios
Get Busy with Fun Wind Chime Crafts
Explore creativity with these easy and fun DIY wind chime projects! Whether it’s using colorful bottle caps, painted terracotta pots, or seashells from a beach trip, these crafts will keep you engaged while making beautiful outdoor decorations.
To make it even more exciting, create a “Craft Pick Jar” by writing down different wind chime ideas on slips of paper. Let your kids randomly pick one and get crafting!
Masha Eretnova, born in 1991, is a Buenos Aires-based certified teacher, artist, and member of the Professional Artist Association with 20+ years of personal painting journey.
She started painting and drawing very early and is now an international abstract artist and educator passionate about acrylic painting, gouache, and crafts.
Her works are part of international exhibitions and contests, including ArtlyMix (Brazil), Al-Tiba 9 (Spain), Exhibizone (Canada), Italy, and many more.
Besides her artistic pursuits, Masha holds a post-grad diploma in Teaching Film Photography and 2 music school diplomas: piano and opera singing.