creative shout-outs!

i've decided to make this post a list. i've been so overwhelmed lately at work that all i've been wanting to do when i get home is surf peoples blogs to get me sane. so here is a list of some of the new people i've stumbled upon along the way that have in some way, shape, or form have inspired me with their lifes and work, so thank you to all these great creative minds:
paper and ink: lots of crafty goodness to cheer you up!
my spare time: an engineer with an irresistable drive to be crafty
mimi-chocolat: it's a portuguese blog but has great taste
liquid paper: laurie's so multi talented, i love her photos!
atelier455: an eclectic mix of modern and vintage style
it's not wood: a different kinda blog dedicated to all things faux wood
twelve22: great crafts and great food
uniform studio: all about the process of making
design night: and last but not least, this is the new site of that great husband and wife team of Portland designers Dominic D’Andrea and Tram Pham, i posted about their great laser cut li xi gift envelopes recently......congrats tram for your new sites launch!!!!!

and yes there will be more lists in the future!