Twilight Chime

Our Twilight Chime is breathtaking. This design has a black moon with small hand-painted gold stars as well as an outline of the sun with golden rays. In the center is a simple cutout star that dangles between the sun and the moon.

Metal chimes are made from flat sheets/pieces of scrap metal and created by using basic hand tools and machinery. Metalwork is a craft practiced in Behat in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, India.

Made from reused metal

Soldered together for strength and durability

Coated in a protective color layer

Indoor & outdoor use

Can be sprayed with a clear coat to preserve color and longevity

Size: 18″ L x 8″ W

These metal chimes are made by a single family in the town of Behat in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, India. Male members over the age of 18 in the family such as husbands, uncles, sons and nephews are all part of chime making. They work out of an old, converted house which is now their workshop in the remote village. 

The metal chimes start out as flat sheets of scrap metal. Artisans buy the scrap metal in bulk to use for chimes and other metal products. The sheets are measured to the size of each chime and outlined to be cut or stamped into the correct chime design. The men use simple machines and handheld tools to form each chime. Once the chimes are cut and the basic shape is formed, they are washed to remove any rust or dirt and to give the metal a clean surface for the color or paint to stick to. They are painted and sent to be finished. 

The wives, daughters, and sisters of the men who create the chimes finish each piece with colorful beads and small bells to give them beautiful sound. This family business is supported by your purchases of their chimes!