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Personalized Wind Chimes Were Utilized Since Long Ago

By Kate Wilson


People from Ancient Rome have already been displaying personalized wind chimes to protect themselves from the wicked spirits and this could also be seen today. These items played some major roles in religious practices even though they had some other functions as well. Some evidences also show that they've served as a way to scare the birds or the animals of the farming fields.

Personalized wind chimes can be made from various materials but most people would like those that crafted from metal or from wood. People may like those that are made from metal because they bring bell-like sounds. As the wind blows gently, the long metal tubes clink with each other that produce a relieving sound that is music to the ears. Wooden tubes for the personalized wind chimes brings out drum-like sounds especially when there is wind passing by.

Observing the Chi in coordinating all things into a harmonious arrangement has always been part of the Chinese and Japanese culture. People felt a pleasant sense of well-being as they stay in the areas where they were hanged or displayed. Creative makers can come out with different styles and designs that would add up to the ambiance of the garden or the home. Other options for materials to use can be from bamboo or from glass whichever would suit the taste of people. For some, even their silverware can be used to create their own personalized wind chimes. These nice and decorative personalized wind chimes may also be used for other reasons as well just like in the cultural practices though superstitious in nature.

Personalized wind chimes that are made especially for babies may be given as gifts for baby showers and these would definitely give happy moments for both babies and mothers who will be able to sleep soundly with the sound of it. People today have great use for chimes as they are able to let it work to help them get rid of stress. Individuals may feel that they have found solace for their spirits especially when they hear the sounds and feel the vibrations as the pipes imbibe to them something that soothes their aching bodies and tired minds. The soothing sounds may calm the nerves for people to feel peace deep inside.

Today, these personalized wind chimes are not just used as something to decorate but also to bring in good luck and they are usually positioned in the garden and the patio. People may absorb the positive force as they sit near it and as they hear the soothing music as the wind gently blows bringing harmony and balance to everything. Individuals who believe in Feng Shui usually apply this oriental idea in planning gardens. There are important celebrations that call for people to present gifts to others and personalized wind chimes may be the best for any important event like Christmas, Valentines or birthdays. People who receive this kind of gift may remember the giver always especially when the familiar music is heard from time to time.




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