12 Wind Chimes That Will Add Beautiful Sound to Your Outdoor Space
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There's no doubt that wind chimes add a serene sound to your outdoor space, but they aren't always the most aesthetically-pleasing items. If you're not careful about your selection, wind chimes can skew a little too close to the likes of odd figurines. But today, thanks in large part to the emergence of online marketplaces like Etsy, there's a new crop of chimes that are decidedly artful. A basic search will quickly uncover chimes made of materials like bamboo, painted stoneware, raw stone, capiz shells, upcycled wine bottles, and more. Of course, you can still find plenty of more traditional wind chimes these are a tad more elevated thanks to ombre color palettes, bright brass, and fun yet tasteful rainbow hues.
So, if you're looking to turn your favorite backyard spot (maybe your prized reading nook, your impressive rose garden, or your al fresco dining area) into a spa-like oasis, consider these attractive wind chimes.
Top Picks
Black Obsidian: Ceramic Pix Black Clay Wind Chime
Stoneware: Opalhouse Stoneware Wind Chime
Glass and Brass: World Market Geometric Glass And Brass Hanging Decor
Capiz Shell: Shop Olive Heart Capiz Shell Wind Chime
The moment you hang them, you'll be enamored with the aesthetic. But it's that first gentle breeze that'll really sell you on your latest find, because there's nothing quite like that sing-song sound to send stress levels plummeting. Just don't forget: Not all wind chimes make the same sound. The material will affect whether the sound your chimes make are lower- or higher-pitched. Typically metal wind chimes produce a clearer, more piercing sound, while wood and ceramic make deeper, softer sounds.
Here, a mix of the two that all have one thing in common: they're as pretty as you can get.
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Black Clay Wind Chime
This handmade obsidian black clay wind chime features conical bells, each uniquely shaped, that descend in size. A piece of faux leather serves as the hanging loop. For an even more artful look, consider hanging a few strands together at varying heights.
Shop Now: Ceramic Pix Black Clay Wind Chime, $55, ceramicpix.etsy.com.
Large Cayo Coco Wind Art
This pretty leaf-shaped wind chime is crafted out of hand-cast aluminum and coated with a golden bronze finish that glitters in the sunshine. But the real draw is the delicate tinkering sound the "ferns" make when the wind knocks them together.
Shop Now: La Palma Large Cayo Coco Wind Art, $35, viridianbay.com.
Opalhouse Stoneware Wind Chimes
A trio of wind earthenware chimes with embossed black stripes that will stand out against your floral and fauna. For the most impact, try hanging them together at different heights, or hang each one on different limbs of a single tree.
Shop Now: Opalhouse Stoneware Wind Chimes, $17 for three, target.com.
Bell Chime Trellis Garden Stake
Chimes don't have to hang from a tree-this one stakes directly into the ground. Just thinking about how gorgeous this antiqued-bronze option will look covered in a climbing plant will surely sell you on it.
Shop Now: Viva Terra Bell Chime Trellis Garden Stake, $79, vivaterra.com.
Rainbow Ceramic Chime Duo
Rolled, cut, and formed by hand, Each stoneware disc on this colorful set of chimes is formed by hand before being tinted with a special pigment before firing. They sway beautifully in the wind, plus produce the perfectly pitched sound-not too high, not too low.
Shop Now: Lindsey Bricker Rainbow Ceramic Chime Duo, $84, uncommongoods.com.
Laser Engraved Tahiti Wind Chime
Fans of traditional wind chimes will appreciate the classic design of this aluminum black powder-coated option. What sets it apart, though, is the intricate weaving of the braided nylon cord, the decorative S hook it hangs from, and the engraved personalized charm.
Shop Now: Lazer Designs Laser Engraved Tahiti Wind Chime, $45, lazerdesigns.etsy.com.
Upcycled Wine Bottle Heart Chime
Proof that recycling can be beautiful, this upcycled wind chime features elegant copper tape and an acrylic heart pendulum that creates a pretty melody when it catches the wind and strikes the glass.
Shop Now: Chris, Jason, David, and Stephan Collection Upcycled Wine Bottle Heart Chime, $24, uncommongoods.com.
Metal Eclectic Wind Chime
A celestial set adds another element of beauty to your garden, without being over-the-top, thanks to sleek gold moons and stars that hang at various heights.
Shop Now: Brimfield & May Metal Eclectic Wind Chime, $56, houzz.com.
White Quartz Raw Stones Wind Chime
Clear raw quartz suspends from gold hoops in a dreamy cylindrical shape, creating a wind chime that looks undoubtedly elegant inside or out.
Shop Now: Boho Grow White Quartz Raw Stones Wind Chime, $39.90, bohogrow.etsy.com.
Geometric Glass And Brass Hanging Decor
Part stained glass, part wind chime-and fully modern, thanks to the pastel yellow, aqua, rose, and clear hues suspended in brass that hang from delicate chains.
Shop Now: World Market Geometric Glass and Brass Hanging Décor, $29.99, worldmarket.com.
Copper Wind Chimes
Here's another classic design with a modern, elevated aesthetic, thanks to sustainably sourced aluminum that has a copper finish and a stained wood base for hanging.
Shop Now: Wind Chime Dreams Copper Wind Chime, $29.99, windchimedreams.etsy.com.
Capiz Shell Wind Chime
Glittering pearlescent capiz shells hang from either a wooden hoop or rod, creating a sophisticated piece with a touch of bohemian charm. As beautiful as it is, the real draw is the gentle tinkering sound it makes when the wind blows.
Shop Now: NAtaShaSlovaShop Capiz Shell Wind Chime, $17.59, natashaslovashop.etsy.com.
