"Ojo de Dios" or "Eye of God" Craft Ideas

HISTORY / ORIGIN OF THE GOD'S EYE:

The Huichol Indians of Mexico and the Aymara Indians of Bolivia weave bly colored yarn on a simple frame of crossed sticks to make a design called "Ojo de Dios" or "Eye of God". Originally, "God's Eyes" were made to be placed on an altar so that the gods could watch over the praying people and protect them. They are now more often sold in markets, reminding us that God looks with love on people everywhere. Thanks for this tidbit.

Source:  http://www.caron-net.com/kidfiles/kidsapr.html

Tip: A quick and easy way to make a God's Eye is with variegated yarn. There's no need to change yarns as you wind.

See Examples and Instructions at these links: 

http://www.allfreecrafts.com/nature/ojo-de-dios.shtml

http://www.dltk-kids.com/world/mexico/ojo_de_dios.htm

http://www.ehow.com/how_6612303_make-ojo-de-dios-craft.html

http://www.e-scoutcraft.com/string/eye_of_god.html

http://crafts.kaboose.com/gods-eyes.html

http://gingerbreadsnowflakes.com/node/20