Almost to the finish line...

I'm happy to say that the tax deadline will be here in just a couple of days. I'm not done, but I'm close :). There hasn't been much time to craft. I've written down many ideas, and I'm looking forward to sharing and receiving feedback.

I think I've solidified my idea for the comparable crochet pattern to the current draft knit pattern that I'm working through of a spring/summer top. I'm hoping a few of you will be willing to test knit/crochet some items. For my local knitting/crochet friends, I'd be happy to help provide yarn for a test if I have enough. Yarn is expensive... On that note, I wanted to highlight something that made me smile at Knitpicks, they have grab bags of yarn in their current clearance Sale Yarn Grab Bag. It's so tempting...

Have you ever bought a grab bag of anything? Maybe this is a strange idea, but I loved it growing up. The mystery and potential for something unexpected. I would get them from Claire's and places that sold nail polish. Since I love yarn so much, would I be disappointed? If I weren't broke, I'd totally buy one or two grab bags from KnitPicks...so tempting :). Unless you're trying not to buy yarn check out the clearance sale at KnitPicks.

One of my goals is to get patterns and ideas out there with the hope to make a little money. I'll be grateful to merely cover the cost of my crafting exploits. I also have what is probably a misguided hope of actually earning some money to support my family. As my local folks know, my hubby and I have had some significant hiccups in our twenties (like many of us). Living in Portland isn't cheap, and I've been looking at homes on Zillow. Often I eye 3 bed and 2 bath condos around our area in SW Portland (costing $250k or less). Paying normal living expenses and what we can of our debt, there isn't room for a downpayment. Instead of this being a downer, I want to show you some local dream homes of mine. They aren't the fanciest, but I'd be so happy to even be able to rent any of them.

The funky old feel of this one really makes me smile. Some updates would be great, but I'm not picky:  Lancaster Rd

This one is so fun and funky and an ADU to rent to cover costs would be great: Taylors Ferry Rd

Move in ready and super convenient location: Beautiful Interior

Wish me luck this week. I'm hopeful to make a lot of progress on my crafting and most importantly on my work.