How to make realistic eyes for scuds, crayfish, etc.

These eyes look great, and they're really easy to make...

Cut about a 2 inch piece of mono.

You can use any size mono you want.  In this example, I am using 10 pound test.

Hold the mono with some pliers or forceps.

With a lighter, burn one end.  It doesn't take much to catch the mono on fire, but try not to.  Heat it slowly, while rotating the pliers to keep a nice, even bead.

Do the same thing on the other side.  Try not to let the hot mono touch the pliers, otherwise the bead will be flat on one side when it cools.

I make about 20 or so of these at a time, different sizes, and colors..

To make lighter, amber colored eyes, let the mono burn quickly.  Just be make sure you blow out the flame before it hits the pliers.

To make different sizes, you can use a heavier line, or you can just use a bigger segment of mono.

You can tie the eyes in with a few figure eight wraps to hold them in place.

Play around with these techniques for a bit, and you will be a pro in no time!