Ojo De Dios: Eye of God.

By Charlet Albaum

A unique, original, how-to-handbook. Ojo De Dios gives clear and simple directions for turning sticks and yarn into an Eye of God-- an authentic, ancient, Indian "prayer for the protection and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0448011492
• ISBN13: 9780448011493
• Release Date: July 1972
• Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
• Length: 87 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.

Customer Reviews

MINI *EYEs OF GOD* will add color to your EASTER !

The *OJO DE DIOS* folk art is a true spirit-lifter. It can remind people that though its use was most prevalent among the Huichol Indians of Mexico, in today's society we also benefit from God's protection & benevolence. The interesting history of "God's Eyes" all the way from South America through Mexico, and among native Americans, is told by author Charlet Albaum in this excellent 1972 text. Indian lore relating to Creation, and gratefulness for tasks completed is included, and also the meaning of some of the symbolic uses and forms. It would benefit from more color photographs, hence 4 stars. Today's craft lovers are attracted to the scope of colors and textures they can use in making these fairly simple pieces. They can be made in any size; I particularly like them as miniature talismans /AND/ as individualized picture frames! Reviewer mcHAIKU suggests that you encourage the creative juices of young people. They will respond enthusiastically to this satisfying craft & it will add alot of color and make your Easter decorating unique.

From Back Cover ~

A unique, original, how-to handbook. Ojo de Dios gives clear and simple directions for turning sticks and yarn into an Eye of God-an authentic, ancient, Indian "prayer" for the protection and benevolence of God. The fundamentals of crafting the colorful God'e Eye figures are fully presented and explained to serve as a basis for the creation of original and unique designs. Handcrafters, interested in producing one-of-a-kind talisman for home use or gift-giving, can quickly and easily alter patters, shapes and designs to enhance any color scheme and fit any available space, large or small. Included, for the less adventurous craftsman, are precise, step-by-step directions for weaving 19 lovely charms, to protect as well as decorate the home. Ojo-crafting offers excellent opportunity for creative expression, skill and personal satisfaction, and an inexpensive alternative to the usual store-bought, mass-produced prints of the masters, commercial plaques and pop posters. Easily mastered by young and old alike, the Ojo de Dio is truly a craft for all times and all ages.