How to make a whistle of wood yourself?

A whistle made of wood is a funny children's toy. The process of its manufacture can cause interest in both the child and the adult, especially since it is quite easy to make it yourself. At the same time, how to make a whistle, not everyone knows. Although this occupation does not take much time and effort. Also there is no need for any special tool. It will take only an ordinary knife.

Branch selection

Whistle is best done from brittle willow twigs. But do not ruin a living tree. A lot of branches can be collected next to it. It is best to use twigs not more than one centimeter thick. With them, you can easily remove the bark with a knife.

Having collected enough branches, it is necessary to choose that unique from which you will make a whistle. To do this, find the most equal branch without knots and damage. There will be only 5-8 centimeters of a clean and even section on the branch. Pay attention to the bark: it should be perfect. The presence of the kidneys will not be a hindrance - they are simple enough to remove.

After selecting a branch, you can cut off the superfluous part from one side, until the smooth section starts. Having measured from it 5-7 centimeters, we make a circular incision. Get a slot that resembles a ring. It should not be too deep, it is enough just to cut through the bark, hitting the wood.

Remove the bark

It is necessary to separate the bark. We roll a wand on the table, pressing it. You can tap the handle of the knife. This will weaken its structure, and it will be much easier to separate it from the branch.

After tapping, you need to remove the bark with a rotational motion. It is important that it does not suffer. The bark should be removed easily. If necessary, it is worth repeating the tapping on the branch. After removal you will receive a cylinder from the bark. Postponing 1-2 cm, make an incision in the form of a semicircle.

We make a whistle

It is important to prepare all the details. From the "bare" branches it is necessary to cut off a small cylinder, no more than 1-2 cm in length. From this cylinder it is necessary to cut off the side. The cut must be wedge-shaped - this will allow you to adjust the sound.

We begin the assembly. Cut a round log with a wedge-shaped neckline to place it in its original place - into the cylinder from the bark. Place it before the cut is made with a narrowed side.

The whistle is ready

Finding out how to make a whistle, you should start to test it. But the whistle should not only be tried, but also adjusted the sound. The free end of the tube from the bark is pressed with your fingers, then you need to blow it as much as possible. In the end, we hear a whistle. Of course, it may not work out the first time. All can be corrected. Cut off a piece of the remaining branch and insert it into the free end of the tube from the bark. Pushing it forward and backward, you can adjust the strength and frequency of the whistle.

It is not recommended to use the house. After all, the whistle's sound is extremely distinct and strong. The best option for fun with this toy is a country house or cottage.

Now you know how to make a whistle of wood yourself. By analogy, you can make a more sophisticated version of the whistle - a pipe. To do this, you need a stick of the same thickness, but of a longer length - 10-12 cm. Also remove the bark and get a cylinder out of it. Instead of a single rounded incision, you need to make 3-4 notches. By plugging the open end of the tube with a stick, with forward movements, you can adjust the tone of the sound. Covering the holes with your fingers, you can play simple but pleasant melodies.

Having learned how to make a whistle, you can make it quickly and in the shortest possible time. After all, this requires only the right branch and a simple knife. Especially this skill is useful to adults who want to please such a toy of their children. Having spent very little time and energy, you can please the child, giving him a lot of positive emotions.