The very first Monday Makes.

Hello readers, fans, followers, friends and family,

I want to take the time to thank each and every one of you (even if I do not know you) for following me, my story, my life. I couldn't do it (by "it" I mean life) without you. When I learn that someone reads my blog I smile really BIG. I get the warm fuzzies knowing that my story is important to not just me, but others as well.  I appreciate the comments and every single view I have received since I started writing. Especially the passed year, which as you know, has been full of downs, ups and many changes.

Speaking of changes:

You are going to start seeing a few of the changes I have been considering for awhile now. Check out this post here and this one here for more in depth detailed descriptions of why and what my intentions are.

I'd also like to add that I will be continuing to share my story because The Plain Side was never and will never really be that plain, there for it's worth sharing. But to thank my followers I'd like to offer you more of an experience when visiting my little corner of the web. Without further delay here is the first of many new additions to The Plain Side.

Drum roll, please...

Mondays will now be dedicated to what we are making...because in this crafty creative family there is always something. The features might include something I'm working on myself, what Ryan's cooking  on the stove or craft time with Maddi. Mondays will be what we are creating.  

Per request by Maddi, craft time on Sunday brought us PAINTED ROCKS. 

We have a HUGE Michigan State fan in the 

house so we added our own little twist and turned

 it into a State VS Michigan Tic-Tac-Toe game. 

Simple steps:
Collect rocks. We used flat rocks.
Rince and dry rocks.
Choose your colors and/or theme. Examples: bugs, monsters, polka dots or your favorite sports team.
Paint with acrylic paint. We painted 2 layers.
Wait to dry.
Paint a top coat of mod podge, which you can find at any craft supply store, to avoid scratching.

Playing board:
Cut felt square and 4 felt strips
Glue felt strips onto felt square with fabric glue.
Wait to dry.

Then: PLAY!

I can imagine the possibilities are endless. I hope you have fun with this kid friendly craft. If you find time to make your own I'd love to see what you come up with.

Pop in tomorrow for Tuesday's reveal!

Keep Loving.