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You can use my DIY Wind Spinner files from this page. I have six designs, or you can create your own. I've also included a vector version of the Tree of Life for use with infusible ink transfer sheets.
Oct 9, 2023 · First, I’ll show you how to prepare the files to make your own DIY wind spinner with a printed sublimation design from my PNG collection. After that, I’ll show you how to make a super cool “Tree Of Life” wind spinner using your favorite Infusible Ink Transfer Sheet and my tree SVG file.
Keep your beautiful wind spinners going even when the wind has died down with the Battery Operated Wind Spinner Motor. This handy device is easy to use, simply hang the spinner off the end, switch it on and watch your beautiful ornament spin at a steady 30 rpm.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPENING YOUR WIND SPINNER. With one hand, grasp the top or bottom of the wind spinner. With the other hand, grab the center piece and the first few inner rings. Twist the center piece and the first few inner rings open to 60 – 80 degrees.
- Materials Needed For Wind Spinners
- Step 2. Cut The Strips to length.
- Step 3. Drill Holes in All Strips
- Step 4. Prepare The Top of The Threaded Rod.
- Step 5. Insert The Threaded Rod Through All Strips of Wood.
- Step 9. Apply A Finish to Your Wind Spinner.
- Step 10. Rotate The Strips of Wood.
- Step 11. Hang Up Your Wind Spinner and Enjoy!
- What to Do If Your Wind Spinner Is Not spinning.
65 – 3/4″ x 1/4″ x 7″ (2cm x 0.6cm x 18cm) pieces of wood.1 – 1/4″ (0.6cm) threaded steel rod36″ (91cm) long.2 nuts.Nylon cord, fishing line, or light chain.Cut the strips to 7″ (18cm) in length. A miter saw can be used to speed up this process. Notice how a stop block is clamped to the miter saw below. This allows me to cut multiple pieces at once without stopping to measure.
Drill a hole 1/4″ (0.6cm) or slightly larger than the threaded rod in the middle of all 65 pieces of wood. Make sure the holes are drilled in the center of the board.This will help ensure the spinner is balanced and will spiral properly. I am using a drill press with a stop block to speed up the process. This will also help ensure all the holes go ...
Prepare the top of the threaded rod so you can hang your wind spinner. Option #1. Smash the end of the threaded rod with a hammer and drill a small hole in this end. Insert a fishing swivel into this small hole. Option #2. Connect the threaded rod with an eye bolt using a coupling nut as shown below. Use epoxy or thread sealant (Loctite) on the thr...
Insert a nut and washer on the top of the threaded rod. Then insert the rod through all strips of wood. Finally, place a washer and a nut on the bottom then lightly tighten the nut.
Optionally paint or apply a finish to your wind spinner. Shown below I am applying a protective linseed oil to the final piece.
Rotate or “fan out” the strips of wood until the corners just touch from strip to strip. Tighten the nuts when finished so the strips stay in place.
Place your wind spinner on your porch, in a tree limb, on in your backyard. You can use fishing line, nylon cord, or a light chain to hang it up. You might consider using a fishing swivel or a swivel hookif your wind spinner keeps getting tangled.
Make sure your holes are centered. If your holes are not centered (Step 3), try rotating every other strip of wood 180 degrees. This might make your spinner less out of balance.Use strings or cords rather than chains. Chains require more effort to spin than strings or cords. A fishing string or nylon cord has less resistance and can also store energy. Strings will tend to...Wind spinners. How to make your own wind spinner. Free printable template and instructions.
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Battery Operated Motors. Do you want your spinner indoors? Or is it in a sheltered area? Then add one of our motors to your Wind Spinner for that constant turning effect! You can choose from our normal battery operated motor or our remote controlled version.
