Natural Leaves Wall Art You Can Do!

I love using nature as an inspiration for my home décor. The simple lines and beautiful shapes found in natural items can create a compelling beauty to a room. At a restaurant one day, I saw a set of breathtaking paintings of the silhouettes of leaves against a muted background. It had such elegant lines and graceful beauty. Walking in my yard the next day, I saw beautiful leaves cascading down and thought how beautiful they would be on canvas. A few simple supplies later, I had my own natural wonder to hang in the living room.
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Jazzed up for Creativeness

Right now my house is (semi) clean.  My children are just about to go back to school after their long Christmas break.   I am getting jazzed up to do some crafting, creating and projects.  I have already started on creating some beautiful new painted new pendants.  I have videoed part of the process to share when completed. 

I am trying to let my spirit soar with continuing to make space in my life for new projects.  Clearing out some of the old stuff that hasn't been touched for long enough there is an inch of dust to accumulate.  Think of old projects that brought joy to me that can be shared with you and my boys and new projects to add to my life. 

There is a lightness coming over me that is quite enjoyable.  I hope to encourage this feeling in any way possible.

Thank you for coming on this journey with me.

Simply Sacred - Grime Cutting Glass Cleaner

Windows become quite grimy over time.  In order to make them sparkling clean without spending a fortune, take some common household ingredients, mix in a bottle and use.  It will leave a fresh smelling, completly clean surface.

Grime Cutting Glass Cleaner
3 tbsp. Ammonia
1/2 cup Alcohol
1/4 tsp. Liquid Dish Detergent
Water

Mix the ammonia, alcohol and dish detergent together in a clean spray bottle.  Fill the rest of the bottle with water.  Use just as you would commercial cleaner!  For extra shine, use newspapers to clean the glass.  It will leave a sparkling clean surface.

Simply Sacred Cooking - Peanut Butter Cup Bars

I have fond memories of childhood each time I bite into one of these delights.  My Grandmother used to make Peanut Butter Cup Bars on occasion.  After school, I would walk into her house and see the plate on the table and squeal with delight.  They are creamy, and rich.  Cut small and they are sophisticated for the adult palate, or cut large and delight any child!  I still take mine cut large. 

It is a delight to share with you this recipe.  See it come together in the video and the text recipe is below for your enjoyment.

Peanut Butter Cup Bars

Bottom Layer

1 cup butter melted

2 cups graham cracker crumbs

2 cups confectioners sugar

1 cup peanut butter

Top Layer

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

4 tablespoons peanut butter

Mix together the bottom layer ingredients in a 9x13 pan.  Mixture should be slightly crumbly.  If needed, add extra graham cracker crumbs.  Smooth out to an even layer.

Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave. Stir every 30 seconds until they are melted.  Combine melted chocolate and peanut butter.

Layer the chocolate peanut butter on top of the graham cracker mixture.  Place in the refrigerator to harden for at least 1 hour before cutting into desired squares and serving.

Simple Sacred Cooking - Hot Cocoa Recipe

One of the indulgences for the simple sacred within your life on a cold winters day is a cup of hot chocolate.  This warming beverage will bring you directly back to happy memories of childhood.  Creamy warmth will enter your body and bring a moment of peace and happiness.  Make your own mix to have a perfect cup every time.

Winter Memories Cocoa Mix
1/2 Cup Powdered Baking Cocoa
3/4 Cup Granulated Sugar
3 Cups Powdered Milk

Place all ingredients into a container with a tight fitting lid.  Shake until they are combined thoroughly. 

Use 2 tablespoons for every 4 ounce mug of hot chocolate.  Can be made with boiling water or with warmed milk for extra creaminess. 

Festive touches such as marshmallows, marshmallow fluff, chocolate shavings, cinnamon, etc. can be added to taste.

Big Bubble Fun

In my life experiances, I have found the secret to making the best and biggest bubbles lies in the pharmacy! A simple bottle of glycerin will strengthen and increase bubble size for maximum giggles! Here is one special recipe below..

Big Bubbles Recipe

1 Cup Slightly Warm Water
2 Tablespoons Liquid Detergent
1 Tablespoon Glycerin
½ Teaspoon Sugar

Stir together all ingredients.
Use bubble wands, toilet paper tubes, etc. to gently blow large bubbles!