News & Spotlights

Cranky the Steampunk Robot - Green Cyberpunk Cog Eyes

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Greg E. from Oxnard, California completed this unique project with his granddaughter using Green Cyberpunk Cog eyes.  He had this to say; "Sharing my latest steampunk-ish creation which was a collaboration with my 8-year-old granddaughter.  We call him Cranky, and oh look, he has your eyes. I hope you enjoy what we've done with a set of your eyes. Cheers"   Greg also provided us with Cranky's formal description:Project Name: CrankyProject Type: Consolidated Aural Intonation RelayProject Style: Steampunk RobotProject Designer and current owner: GranddaughterProject Engineer: GrandpaFeatures: A cool rotating crank on an articulated brass doorknob head with custom glass eyes and springy hair...

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Owl From Repurposed Metal Using Yellow Owl Eyes

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Harold B. from Ontario, Canada emailed us this image of one of the owls completed with Yellow Owl Glass Eyes. In the email Harold said, "I always get compliments on the eyes....and I'm sure the eyes is why I have no problem selling my owls." Harold, we are so happy that you LOVE the eyes! Your Owl is so unique and creative! Please keep creating these wonderful works of art! ~ Megan   About the glass eyes from handmadeglasseyes.com: All artisan glass eyes are original graphic designs designed by Megan Petersen of Spokane, Washington Each cabochon is handmade with attention to detail and inspected...

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Memorial Stained Glass using Pale Yellow Cat Eyes

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Mike P. from Brockton, MA recently gave us a 5 Star review for these Pale Yellow Cat eyes he used to memorialize a beloved pet as a commissioned piece of art. In his review he said, "I ordered a few sets in different sizes to see what would work for me. I used these for a pet memorial piece for a commission project. These glass eyes really brought this stained glass memorial piece to life. I know my customer will love the end result. These eyes are amazing, thank you!"⁠ Thank you so much Mike for choosing these eyes to complete such a...

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Easy DIY Heart Valentine's Day Gift Craft Tutorial

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Need a last-minute, cute and crafty Valentine's gift idea? Follow this quick and easy tutorial to decorate a wooden heart for your special someone! List of supplies Heart shape wood cutout Acrylic paint, any color you like but I chose red and black Paint brushes Glue Human style glass eye or honey bee cabochon, I chose a human eye in the color of my Valentine’s eyes Directions Paint heart cutout any color you want, I went with traditional red, front and back Once it dries glue the cabochon to the upper left corner of the heart Then with a smaller...

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Driftwood Creations Brought to Life with Various Glass Eyes

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Rick R from Stillwater Lake, Canada emailed us pictures of his amazing driftwood creations, outfitted with eyes from our 16mm Bird Glass Eye Bundle, Electric Lime Green Dinosaur Eyes, and Light Green House Elf Fantasy Eyes:⁠ In his email Rick said, "Hi Megan,⁠ Thought I would send a couple of pics of my Driftwood Creations with your eyes, the eyes make a huge difference. You may like to see some finished products with your eyes :)⁠ Rick"⁠ We love how the eyes bring life to your driftwood sculptures, they are amazing and inspire our imaginations! Keep on creating!~ Megan   About the glass eyes from handmadeglasseyes.com:...

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