How to use safety eyes

Safety eyes are plastic bulbs that help give some character and life to your amigurumi, crochet stuffed toys. Safety eyes are easy to attach but difficult to remove. They come in multiple shapes, colors, and sizes. They’re measured in millimeters, which represent the diameter of the eye.

Safety eyes aren’t safe for children younger than 3 years old, or pets. If you don’t want to use safety eyes, simply embroider them on instead.

Watch the video below for a demonstration on how to attach safety eyes securely.

Step-by-step photos

Safety eyes come with a bead and washer. The washer keeps the eye in place.

Before stuffing your amigurumi, insert the bead between 2 stitches, with the right side of your work facing you.

Turn the piece over so you can see the end of the bead.

Place the washer, flat side toward your piece, onto the bead.

Place the safety eye on a table and push down on the washer with both thumbs, so that it cinches the fabric evenly.