God's Eye Craft Step By Step
Introduction
God's Eye craft is a traditional Mexican handicraft that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for generations. It is a fun and easy craft that involves weaving yarn around sticks to create a beautiful and intricate design. In this article, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of creating your own God's Eye craft.
Materials Needed
Before we begin, let's gather the materials we'll need:
- Two sticks of equal length (popsicle sticks work well)
- Yarn in two different colors
- Scissors
Step 1: Cross the Sticks
Take your two sticks and cross them in the middle to form a plus sign. Use a small piece of yarn to tie the two sticks together in the center.
Step 2: Wrap the Yarn
Choose one color of yarn and tie it to one of the sticks near the center. Begin wrapping the yarn around the stick, moving outward in a diagonal direction. Once you reach the end of the stick, tie off the yarn and cut it. Repeat this step on the other three sticks, using the same color of yarn.
Step 3: Add the Second Color
Now it's time to add the second color of yarn. Tie the new color to the end of one of the sticks and begin wrapping it around the stick, moving in the opposite diagonal direction. Once you reach the end of the stick, move on to the next stick, wrapping the yarn in the same direction. Continue this pattern until you have wrapped all four sticks with the second color of yarn.
Step 4: Weave the Yarn
Now it's time to start weaving the yarn. Take your yarn and weave it over and under the sticks, starting on one side of the God's Eye and working your way around. As you weave, push the yarn down to the center of the God's Eye to create a tight weave. Continue weaving until you have filled the God's Eye with yarn.
Step 5: Finish the God's Eye
When you have filled the God's Eye with yarn, tie off the end of the yarn and cut it. You can add a tassel or other embellishments to the bottom of the God's Eye if you like. Your beautiful God's Eye craft is now complete!
Conclusion
God's Eye craft is a fun and easy craft that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these simple steps, you can create your own beautiful God's Eye craft that you can display proudly in your home. So gather your materials and get started on this fun and creative project today!