A new Business

I am going to admit something publicly here- I need to do something that lasts, and something that contributes to our household financially. Yes, I teach piano lessons, but I only have three students at this point, and with four little kids that always need mom's attention, it would be hard to add more right now. I have been trying to think of something I can do while the kids are sleeping. I really enjoy sewing, and I have a great machine. Plus, it is something a lot of people can't (or won't) do. I have a little tie I bought for Jonathan that is absolutely adorable! I love it, but it was expensive. I have been thinking that I could make and sell little boy ties (among other things) on Etsy. This is still all in planning stages, but I found something tonight that will make it easier. I went to http://www.todaysgiveaway.net/ and one of the giveaways is from an etsy shop called Dainty Couture. They sell PDF patterns for lots of things- includings little boy ties- along with a commercial license that would allow me to sell the finished product without worrying about copyright infringement. I honestly feel like finding this site was an answer to some very specific prayers...

Small update here-- I WON!! I got the pattern for the tie free, so I will start production soon, after I've squared away things like a business license, pattern license, website, etc.... guess I'd better get started :)