Each Thursday we'll bring you our favorite gems picked out from scouring local craft markets, Etsy, Lov.li, and local craft sites. We'll also give highlights from our other EcoMetro cities. Materials must meet our environmental criteria, which include recycled/reclaimed materials and eco fabrics such as organic cotton, hemp, and soy fabrics and yarns.

Catch the maker of this lamp and other local artists at the Summer Artisans Fair August 19th and 20th, 8am-3pm at 2701 NW Vaughn.

Chandelier Lamp by Phoebe1, $180
Celebrate life before Flickr with this lamp made from slides taken by a traveler in 1960s Europe.

More of this week's crafters after the jump... More...

I have already mentioned one of my favorite local children's clothing stores: A Repeat Performance, at NE 48th and Fremont (Chinook Book coupon: 20% off). Well, now along with offering second-hand clothing, they have some new eco-conscious options: lovely organic cotton and bamboo t-shirts, onesies, and more for babies. They feel wonderful! A Repeat Performance also sells many clothing lines created by locals. Check them out! They have my approval. :)

Oh yeah, and I nearly forgot to mention: check out that cutie in the green coat! More...

Local gDiapers are fabric diapers with inserts that are flushable or compostable. Organic cotton cloth diapers are a great option. Seventh Generation also makes disposable diapers. More...