History:  
Suncatcher Eyes were born in 2006.   After making a bunch of Ogilvy dolls, I was tired of the same old black craft eyes, and the store-bought brown ones did nothing for me.  I found the colored eyes online, but they seemed so dull and lifeless.   I wanted more of a color selection and a better quality.  So I went online and found some clear craft eyes and decided to paint my own.  

How they are made:
Suncatcher Eyes are made with safety in mind.  I use only acrylic paint, which is nontoxic and safe for children.   Please note that Suncatcher Eyes are not safe for items meant for babies, children, and animals who put things in their mouths.  My little Jack Russell/poodle can chew right through the stems!

Production and shipping time:
There have been a few customers with old shipping addresses registered at PayPal.  In order to make sure everyone gets their package sent to the proper address, I will wait a day or two after sending your confirmation email to be sure the address is correct.  Suncatcher Eyes require approximately 2 days to paint, dry, and cure before packaging to ensure a quality product.  Please allow a total of 5-7 days for your order to be shipped.  

Rush orders:
I am happy to put a rush on your order, just let me know.  However, please understand that production time may still take a few days in order to ensure you get a quality product.

Washing tips:
All Suncatcher Eyes have been machine washer/dryer tested.  I would recommend cold/cool/warm water and fluff/cool or air drying.  Please put the item with Suncatcher Eyes in a pillowcase or lingerie bag to prevent scratching from the sides of the washer.

Baking:
Unfortunately Suncatcher Eyes cannot be put in the oven and baked.  They are made of a durable plastic, but the heat will cause the eye to cloud over.

CPSIA:
The plastic craft eyes that I use to make Suncatcher Eyes have passed CPSIA testing.  All paints used in the production of Suncatcher Eyes are certified non-toxic by the Art & Creative Materials Institute (ACMI).  More details are available upon request.

Contact me!
If you have any questions, comments, concerns, or suggestions; contact me!  I'm happy to hear from you anytime.

DIY tips:
1.  Nail polish should not be used to paint acrylic/plastic craft eyes.  Get a good water-based acrylic paint from your craft store.like FolkArt or Apple Barrel.
2.  If you find that your acrylic paint is a bit thick, try adding a bit of water to it. You don't want it runny, but you don't want it too thick either.  I like mine about the consistency of ketchup.
3.  Allow your painted eyes to dry at least 24-48 hours before using them, and check to make sure they are not tacky.  In humid or rainy weather, allow extray drying time.  Questions?  Feel free to contact me anytime.



Suncatcher Eyes are hand-painted acrylic safety craft eyes for amigurumi, dolls,
plush toys, and bears.