Making Sumac Wind Chimes with Finns & Flowers

Hi, this is Melody & TJ from Finns & Flowers and we would like to share with you how we made our sumac wind chime. First you need to gather sumac(or other hollow wood, like elderberry). Sumac is very soft, so our pruners were perfect for the job!

Cut your wood to desired length (1"-6"). Then push the pith out with a straightened wire coat hanger. Our five-year-old was very capable of this, but our two-year-old needed a little help. Please use caution with the wire hanger!

Make sure it's hollow! :)

Peel the bark. Very fun!

Poke small holes in the cut pieces of wood(the hanger works nicely for this). Tie your wood pieces onto a branch and.....

Ta-da!!!

A sumac wind chime!!!

Enjoy and have fun!! We did!