Wind Chimes And Motifs
Posted: Thursday, July 20, 2006
by lorien1973
Online Discount Mart Home & Garden Decor
Many sounds drift through our days and nights and attract our attention, but none are so charming as the delightful sounds of wind chimes. The gentle breeze of a light wind caressing the components of the chimes sends a pleasant sound into the air that can be enjoyed by many.
Wind chimes allow us to appreciate some of the simpler pleasures of life- a few melodic notes coupled with a few attractive wooden, metal, plastic, or glass shapes thematically linked for the pleasure of the onlooker. The ability to surround the garden with the joy of music, as well as the serenity of bright colors and meaningful symbols through the thoughtful placement of wind chimes helps turn gardens into safe havens.
A true connoisseur of wind chimes will select this unique item for the garden based upon the sound or musical notes, as well as, the motif of the set. Moreover, the true connoisseur will have an entire bevy of wind chimes attractively placed throughout the flower gardens, entire yard, surrounding patios, gazebos, and outside porches.
Motifs
When wind chimes are added to an existing garden or yard, an attempt should be made to coordinate the wind chimes with the rest of the garden’s theme. Gardens take on a personality all of their own with the guidance offered by the individual supplying all of the decorating garden accents. Wind chimes have the special feature of adding two separate elements to any garden- sound and appearance.
The appearance or look of wind chimes has changed quite a bit over the years. Classic wind chimes present the traditional look of metal or bamboo pipes. Whereas the more modern and mass-produced look offers anything from the whimsical to the floral.
Whether they are made of wood, glass, shells, metals, or stained glass, wind chimes add a bit of color, class, and enjoyment to any area. Many people purchase their wind chimes according to themes that they particularly enjoy. This is where the mass produced often makes a big appearance. Quite often, these sets are available in bright and bold colors or soft and sweet pastel colors.
Fans of animals have a large variety to select from including domesticated animals like, dogs, cats, turtles, and hamsters, exotic animals like giraffes, llamas, koala bears, bears, eagles, elephants, and tigers, animals found wild in nature including owls, squirrels, deer, ducks, beavers, and aquatic animals such as dolphins, otters, manatee, fish, and many more.
Chinese themed wind chimes make an attractive appearance in the garden with an Oriental motif to it. The animals from the Chinese Zodiac are prominently displayed, adding a unique element to the chimes. A sense of balance permeates the garden with carefully placed wind chimes.
Religious enthusiasts also have a rather large selection of religious themed chimes that can add a peaceful and serene atmosphere to the sitting garden. Themes may include Jesus, the angels, the Holy Family, Saint Anthony and a bevy of animals, and religious symbols.
Nature Lovers have an elaborately large variety to select from including the fruits of Mother Nature such as apples, grapes, cherries, and others. Likewise, flowers are displayed on chimes in a wide variety including roses, tulips, sunflowers, daisies, butterflies, cute bugs, and more. Let’s not forget hummingbirds, bees, trees, leaves, and other elements of an outdoor garden that can be permanently placed within the confines of the garden through the simple use of wind chimes.
The sentimental crowd will create their own set of wind chimes with mementoes, including souvenirs, baby spoons and cups, and small toys. Sentimental wind chimes hand crafted by a family member or a friend will offer the dual delight of a wonderfully delightful addition to the garden and a token of love and appreciation from the gift giver.
Patriotic themed wind chimes often make a guest appearance during military holidays such as Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day, or the Fourth of July. Miniature versions of United States flags, servicemen, eagles, and more gently move in the breezes. Nationality is often used for creating unique sets of wind chimes with shamrocks and leprechauns, country flags, state symbols, national treasures, and more.
Sports motifs for chimes cover the spectrum from hockey to skiing to soccer to football to skydiving. Sports chimes are a great gift for the person who has everything else in the line of their sport. Furthermore, wind chimes designed for fishermen provide a variety of offerings including bass, salmon, trout, and even bait symbols.
Fantasy is a theme that is appreciated by many, young and old alike. The choices are seemingly endless with dragons, unicorns, fairies, monsters, magical beings, and more among the possibilities. Adventurers are included in a wide range of choices including hot air balloons, airplanes, cable cars, railroad trains, and amusement park rides. That brings to mind the theme park themes that are ever popular with the young at heart and include many of the world’s favorite and best-loved characters.
Seafarers can recall the brisk smell and feel of the ocean’s salt spray as they reminisce and gaze upon wind chimes put together with sailboats, pelicans, lighthouses, anchors, and more. Seashore and vacation homes often display chimes with themes of this sort.
With wind chimes, one never feels as though you’ve seen one, so you’ve seen them all. Accent your garden with a variety of wind chimes selected for their aesthetic appeal. Enjoy the dual delight that they offer of sight and sound unparalleled elsewhere in your garden.
Decide what it is that you want your garden to present as its overall theme. Scope out all of the areas where a chime might best be placed. Purchase a variety that work well together, not just with looks, but with sound as well. Enjoy the musical quality of a wind chime sanctuary.
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