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Dave Polaschek
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What to use to make a rattle rattle?
Got some new neighbors in the ’hood who are expecting a baby before Christmas. Figured I could make a nice wooden rattle to give to the little spud. Better than a drum for the new parents, I figure…
Anyway, what’s the preferred material to make a rattle rattle? I’ve got lots of smallish scraps of wood. Also steel and brass. Or rocks from the driveway. What should I use?
Thanks!
Anyway, what’s the preferred material to make a rattle rattle? I’ve got lots of smallish scraps of wood. Also steel and brass. Or rocks from the driveway. What should I use?
Thanks!
May you have the day you deserve!
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I think Jim Jakosh has been using steel ball bearings?
The Other Steven
Maybe dried beans, non toxic if they ever escaped.
Ron
I think "bb" sized shot would sound more "soft" than larger bearings, but I dunno what kids like.
You could use Mexican jumping beans for a self powered unit!
Only thing I can see is having the rattly material well sealed so the kids don't eat it.
You could use Mexican jumping beans for a self powered unit!
Only thing I can see is having the rattly material well sealed so the kids don't eat it.
yeah jim has made many.
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