Next 2sday Whistle Tutorial

Описание: Welcome to the Next 2sday Whistle Tutorial! “!CE whistles” are used as a quick community alert when immigration enforcement activity may be occurring nearby — a simple way to help neighbors stay aware and prepared. In this video, we’ll show you how to make our wearable “!CE whistles” using a small aluminum whistle, polymer clay (Sculpey/Fimo), and cording — turning a practical tool into something that looks like jewelry. By making defending democracy a little more fashionable, these whistles can be worn every day, are easier to keep on hand, and are more inconspicuous than a standard whistle.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn:
• how to cover an aluminum whistle with polymer clay
• how to clear the mouthpiece and sound opening so the whistle works properly
• how to punch holes for cording and turn your whistle into a necklace
• basic decorating ideas (from simple to more elaborate designs)
• how to bake the whistle safely so it cures properly without scorching
• how to assemble our special whistle packets so you can share whistles and resources with others

We also walk through how to put together two different packet styles:
• Craftivism Packets – intended to be handed directly to friends, family, and organizations you’re connected with
• Finders Keepers Packets – weatherproof packets designed to be safely hung in public places for adults to discover (in the spirit of painted rocks, but with important resources inside)

Throughout the video, we reference printable guides that include:
• background on !CE whistles and how they’re used
• supply lists
• written instructions for experienced makers
• printable PDFs for the zine, responsible-sharing insert, and cover sheets (English & Spanish)

Download the guides and printable materials here: next2sday.com/next2sday-whistles

Have tips, tool recommendations, or alternative methods? Drop them in the comments — we’re learning as we go and welcome community knowledge and improvements.

Important note: These whistles and packets are intended for adults (or older teens with adult guidance). If you’re creating Finders Keepers packets, please hang them up high, out of reach of children and animals, and in locations where nothing will be damaged.


Chapters / Time Stamps:

0:00 // Intro
4:03 // Step 1 - Preparing the Clay
11:51 // Step 2 - Attaching Clay to Whistle
18:24 // Step 3 - Clearing Air Pipes & Punching Necklace Hole
29:39 // Step 4 - Decorating the Whistle
39:13 // Step 5 - Baking the Whistle
43:00 // Step 6 - Stringing the Necklace
45:07 // Step 7 - Choosing Your Packet Format
46:31 // Step 8A - Next 2sday “Craftivism” Whistle Pack
51:08 // Step 8B - Next 2sday “Finders Keepers” Whistle Pack
57:52 // Website


Created by See U Next 2sday, a Northeast Ohio arts activism group using creativity to help defend democracy.

Learn more and find additional downloadable tools at next2sday.com