by REKHA KAVOOR
Wind chimes are a budget-friendly way to add style to spaces.
Often, a fast-paced life leaves us stressed out. It is in the home
environment that we seek to relax. More & more households these days sport
accessories that rejuvenate the body & mind.
One such aspect that is becoming increasingly popular in the wellness
realm is the healing quality of sounds. Wind chimes, with their soft tinkle,
add to a serene atmosphere at home.
Chimes have tones &
vibrations that soothe and calm the mind, helping to release stress.
Feng Shui Practices..!
They are popular in many Feng Shui practices.
According to early folklore, wind chimes were once hung over doorways
to keep evil spirits at bay.
Modern day homeowners can use wind chimes to add visual charm
& dispel negative energy.
You can effectively boost the ambience in your house while adding to
the beauty of your interior design with wind chimes. They are the perfect
accessories to compliment any decor style, whether indoors or / outdoors.There
are a variety of ways to enhance interior decor while enjoying the benefits of
Feng Shui in your house using just the right set of wind chimes.
Experts say that gentle, soothing sounds are a remedy for many
problems. This makes the tonal quality &
placement of the chime very important factors. Ideally, a wind chime
should be hung in a zone with active wind movement so that it constantly evokes
a melodious sound.
Usually, the balcony, terrace, garden or / a large courtyard are areas where wind chimes
are hung. The sound produced travels to all corners of the house & brings
about a sense of calm.
Wind chimes can also be tied to tree branches.They are also perfect
adornments for windows.
Chimes are said to be very good if placed in a child's bedroom. It
helps them sleep better & stimulates their minds.
MATERIAL AND SHAPE..!
Wind chimes come in a variety of colours & also in a multitude of
materials -
glass,
metal,
acrylic,
sea shells,
bamboo,
wood,
terracotta,
and so on..!.
Metal is the most common &
has a sharp tenor.
Different materials and combinations of metal with differing lengths
of tubes create different sounds. Ceramics & glass produce a range of tones
based on the size of the chimes, their density, and the flexibility of their
composition.
Bamboo wind chimes produce a gentle, brushing sound as they move
against each other, replicating the natural sounds of bamboo in the wild,
twisting in the wind.
Wind chimes are not just available in basic shapes like
tubes,
squares,
circles,or
diamonds.
But, also in interesting and decorative styles such as the harp,a
chandelier,bells,etc.Many have interesting motifs at the top such as
butterflies,hummingbirds,fish,stars,the moon and fairies.
GARDEN ACCESSORIES..!
Wind chimes make for great garden accessories.
The gentle tinkling of a wind chime can be very soothing as you rest
or work in your garden. These days, wind chimes come in different varieties
& styles that you can take a pick
from -
glass,
pewter,
wood,
bamboo,
and the styles can range from
elegant,
ethnic, to chic
and simple.
Wind chimes hung on a distinctive hanger in the patio can be enjoyed
indoors as well as outdoors.
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