How to Make a Pennywhistle from PVC Pipe

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Cut a piece of 1/2" PVC pipe 11 3/4" long.

   Drill 3/16" holes at 1 5/8"
   
   2 5/8"
   
   3 3/8"
   
   4 3/16"
   
   5 1/8"
   
   5 7/8"
   
   and 10 1/2" from one end.
   
   Use a knife to make the hole at 10 1/2" square.
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   Step 2: Make a blade out of the side of the square hole that is closest to the other holes.

   , This is the wind way. , Cut off a thin slice of the dowel on one side of it.
   
   This is the fipple. , Drill a small hole on the short side of the pipe from the square hole, but on the opposite side and insert a small brass screw. ,,,
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   Step 3: File away part of the inside of the pipe on the short side of the square hole.

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   Step 4: Cut a piece of 1/2" dowel that is about 1 1/4" long.

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   Step 5: Insert the dowel into the pipe on the short side of the square hole.

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   Step 6: Cut off a bit of the pipe at an angle on the underside of the mouthpiece.

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   Step 7: Sand the whistle with 400 grit sandpaper under water.

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   Step 8: Paint if you prefer.

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