Why are the eyes blank?
The daruma (だるま) is a traditional, handmade Japanese doll full of centuries-old symbolism associated with perseverance and never giving up. Sold with two blank eyes, the first eye is drawn in when a goal is set, and the second eye is drawn in when the goal is achieved.
With a permanent ink pen, draw directly on this pin to set your goal and wear it as a reminder of what you want to achieve. Once you’ve succeeded in meeting your goal and the second eye is filled in, you can continue to wear the pin with pride!
Tracy Hodges –
I love the pin!!!! The packaging was really good as well.