How to whistle with a candy wrapper
Whether it's a candy wrapper or a blade of grass, some of the most interesting whistle pitches are produced with the addition of a thin edge. Even people who can't whistle through their lips can manage ear splitting whistles with said edge and a little free time to practice. It works with scores of items. The week you master this, don't be surprised to find yourself evaluating materials against their possible whistle-worth. There's a horizontal and a vertical method for how to whistle with a candy wrapper.
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Instructions
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Pick your edge. Almost any candy wrapper, of any material will do. You can use paper, wax paper, cellophane, Mylar and foil/paper blends. It must be sturdy enough to keep from stretching when held taught.
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Use the horizontal method. This is the easiest way to whistle with an edge, and it makes a very loud, high pitch. Grab your chosen wrapper between your thumbs and forefingers, on both sides of an edge. Pull outward and hold the edge horizontally taught. Press the corners of your lips together, leaving a flat oval slot between your lips, not a circle. Hold the stretched edge in front of the opening and blow forcefully. This will produce an ear searing high pitched whistle.
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Use the vertical method. This takes considerably more effort, but it produces a wide variety of pitches and tones and vibrates the paper to add other sound elements. First pinch the bottom edge between your palms, just under your thumbs. Now bend your thumbs and pinch the top between your thumb tips and pull upward to stiffen the edge. Hold your lips in a small circle and place the tightly gripped edge in front of the opening. Blow vigorously to produce a kazoo type of whistle. Practice, and experiment with this method on various thin materials, including blades of grass.
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Tips & Warnings
Your friends may tire of this long before you do!
