Asli Arts 34.5 Inch Gertyl Turtle Wind Chime

The Asli Arts 34.5 Inch Gertyl Turtle Wind Chime is just what you need to add a casual, fun look and relaxed feel to your deck or porch. Made from a whole coconut, the sea turtle on top bobs her head as the tuned bamboo chimes play melodious notes each time the wind blows. The mellow musical sound soothes your body and mind, making you feel one with nature and bringing a sense of tranquility to your surroundings.

Made from bamboo and polished coconut, two of the fastest-growing natural, renewable resources, this chime is stylish and remarkably weather resistant. The pieces are hand-sanded to a smooth, silky finish, and multiple layers of weather-resistant varnish are applied to achieve a hard, glossy finish. This process imparts a uniquely elegant look, reflecting the natural textures of bamboo in an attractive spiral pattern. Each of the six bamboo tubes, hung from durable nylon cord, is individually hand-carved and hand-tuned by craftsmen in Bali. Measures 34.5 inches in overall length.

Caring for your Chime
This chime is varnished for lasting beauty and outdoor use. Small cracks are normal in bamboo. To avoid large cracks and fading, do not hang in direct sunlight or near heaters. The chime should be brought indoors in severely cold winter weather. To clean, simply wipe with a damp cloth.

Hanging your Chimes for the Best Musical Performance
Asli Arts by Woodstock chimes are known the world over for the purity and beauty of their sound. These chimes are designed to produce beautiful music from even the slightest breeze, but if you'd like to hear yours more often, here are a few ideas:

• Hang your chime directly from the O ring or loop at the top of the chime. Don't extend the top string of the chime by adding chain or string. This may cause the entire chime to swing, when in fact only the center string and clapper should move.
• Hang your chime where the wind can reach it from as many directions as possible. An open corner is ideal when hanging the chime from a building.
• Experiment with hanging your chime at different heights. Wind velocity tends to increase with higher elevation.
• Avoid hanging your chime within two feet of a wall or too close to plants, furniture and anything that might obstruct or divert the breeze. If you have a screened-in porch, you may find that even the screens will impede the breeze enough to prevent your chime from ringing.
• Try hanging your chime in different locations during different times of the year. The prevailing winds change seasonally.

About Asli Arts by Woodstock
Inspired by the talents of the people of Southeast Asia, Asli Arts by Woodstock is a premier name in production of high-quality, organic-inspired items for the home and garden. Known for everything from wind chimes to door curtains, Asli Arts is committed to offering beautiful pieces that are made from sustainable and recyclable materials like bamboo, coconut, shells, and marble. Their product line includes items made by craftsmen in Vietnam and Bali and is based around the concept of providing meaningful work to hundreds of skilled craftspeople in countries where earning a living can be a daily challenge.