by Amanda Lynne Murtagh | Oct 15, 2018 | Inspiration
To be entirely honest, I’m not a big fan of skulls and bones or gore. I’m not squeamish but I guess I just don’t like the idea of glorifying pain. However, knowing that some people like skulls I have at least included some skull beads in this list of...
by Amanda Lynne Murtagh | Nov 24, 2017 | Inspiration
This post contains affiliate links. It’s that time of year again. You know, the one where you get a whole bunch of stuff that you don’t actually want/need, nor will use?! The best way to get around this is to make wish lists and gift guides like this one...
by Amanda Lynne Murtagh | Mar 10, 2017 | Inspiration
I may have an Irish last name (Murtagh) but I’ve never actually been to Ireland. However, I like everyone else, loves the spirit of St Patrick’s Day. Drink, be merry and everyone is Irish for a day. The one thing I don’t like when looking through...
by Amanda Lynne Murtagh | Aug 10, 2016 | Inspiration, Jewelry Making
I love Japanese Toho seed beads! They are more uniform in size compared to Czech seed beads which makes them great for most bead weaving projects. Toho seed beads are made in Hiroshima, Japan and came to the market in 1951. They are popular because they are uniform in...
by Amanda Lynne Murtagh | Jul 1, 2016 | Inspiration
Yay it’s Canada Day! Okay so maybe that’s not why I’m excited. I’m excited because it’s Bo’s 11th birthday (He’s the handsome, old bugger in the pic above) and because it’s officially the launch of Psyche Creations. So I...
