What a treat to introduce you to Misha Ashton, her cameras and her photography. She's a purest when it come to printing what's actually on the film and not making digital alterations.

This week we caught up with Amy Olson of Amy Olson Jewelry before she heads down to LA to participate in Unique Los Angeles independent design and gift sale with her husband Scott Ballard of Two Guitars Studio.

We think she borrowed her crochet hook from tiny woodland faeries, it's the only way any human could make such perfectly teensy delights! Diana Schreiber of Moss magically creates crocheted and embroidered jewelery, amigurumi, and clothing! Check out her website Moss Handmade as well as her Esty store for more cuteness overload!

Barbara Soulé makes screen-printed clothing for kids and adults, as well as pretty paper goods, under the name B. Hive Designs. I love the delicacy of line in her work - this is screen-printing made very elegant! Be sure to check out the B. Hive website and Etsy shop for more prettiness.

This week, we're talking with Vicky Wilson about her metal art jewelry. You can get a glimpse of her work at her website, and if you're interested in learning some metal techniques yourself, contact her for information about her classes.

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How did you come to be a jewelry artist? Almost five years ago, I had to have emergency open heart surgery.

Tanis Alexis Laird is a recent transplant to Portland. Her work encompasses a wide variety of media, and all of it has a lovely sense of playfulness. After you read this interview, be sure to check out her website and Etsy shop.

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How did you come to create a business from making things? Both of my parents were artists.

Bridget Benton's work is so intriguing. There are all these layers and textures, and then, surprising objects pop up where you least expect. She uses art techniques mixed with craft techniques, and works in all sizes and shapes - she really exemplifies the word "artist."

You can see more of Bridget's work on her blog, The Matchbook (be sure to check out the awesome tutorials).

It won't be long before it's Scarf Season again - which makes me happy, because I love pretty scarves. So does Adrienne Shaffer, who makes lots of them under the most-excellent name of Mmm...Fiber. I love her use of rich, tasty colors!

Take a look at Adrienne's Etsy shop, or keep up with her on her blog.

Amy Daileda makes cute hats and clothes from recycled and sustainable materials. Beautiful stuff, and lovely commitment to the environment. Definitely take a gander at her website after you check out this interview!

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You say on your website that your business grew out of your commitment to the environment.

Leah Pellegrini makes beautiful glass jewelry and jewel-toned glass mobiles. (I love her small mobiles that mount to the side of your computer monitor, giving you a moment's rest from screen-burnout.) She also teaches glass-working classes at Aquila Glass School.

Be sure to hop over to the Leah's Glass website for a closer look!