Thursday, December 31, 2009

Classic Leather Albums


These Acid Free leather photo albums come in three different sizes. 12x12,8 1/2 x 11 and 6x6. Each album comes with 10 top loading page protectors. These beautiful albums come in a variety of colors to enhance your photo album needs.

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

NEW BULK BEADS!!!`


NEW NEW NEW!! Large and small bulk beads! We have acrylic and wood beads ranging in size from 6 mm to 20 mm. We have round, square,rondelle and ovals. They are between .10 and .25 cents a piece!! PERFECT FOR WATCHES!

Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Cearmic Banks


Start your children saving money for their new year resolution. Teach them the value of a dollar. let them color their own piggy bank with rainbow markers!

Monday, December 28, 2009

Haui-Ami


Time to relax and play with your new "hana-ami" flower loom. Makes accessories, home decor and embellishments. 6 different shapes and sizes for all kinds of different projects. Reg 18.99

Saturday, December 26, 2009

NEW!!! Detail Brushes



JUST ARRIVED to the store… White Taklon Detail Brushes

Use these with Acrylics, Water based paints or oils

Perfect for:

  • Detail Painting
  • Nail Art
  • Airbrush Detailing
  • Fine Brush Painting
  • Craft Applications
  • Miniature Painting
  • Sizes 10/0, 15/0 or 20/0
  • Shader, filbert, Spotter, Script, Long liner, Round, Angular, Fan

Friday, December 25, 2009

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Merry Christmas from Emma and Renee’

Our store is closed today, so that the Sierra’s Staff can enjoy this wonderful day with Family and Friends. 

We will be open tomorrow 9am to 7 pm.

Check out our new Website at sierrasstores.com

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Heat embossing tools, embossing stamps and powder


Embossing heat tools make rubber stamp embossing fun and easy! Its ideal for setting embossing powders. It works on paper, fabric, or wood. There are many embossing powders to choose from to highlight or projects. Embossing stamp pads help the powders stay in place to Heat emboss. It is a fun and easy way to create and textured look. 

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Jewlery boxes


Are you making a watch band or another piece of jewelry for someone special for christmas? Come to the beading department and pick up a jewelry box to wrap it in. We have a great selection of christmas boxes and neutral boxes. 

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Foam nativity and gingerbread cottage


Need a fun last minute activity to keep those little hands busy while you do your baking or wrapping? Everything is in one box, all you need is glue!  Pre cut and easy to assemble. The kids will have a BLAST!

Monday, December 21, 2009

sewing baskets


Perfect last minute gift for the budding seamstress or for anyone who needs a basic sewing basket. Contains needles, seam ripper, threat, thimble, tape measure, pin cushion and more! 

Sale: $12.99 (regular price $24.99)

Sunday, December 20, 2009

Ceramic Loaf pans with Recipe


These make perfect last minute gifts from your Kitchen. We have 6 different designs to choose from. These mini pans are oven and dishwasher safe. They are FDA approved. Not recommended for microwave use.

 

Pick some up for your Holiday gift giving.

Sale: 4 for $5.00 or $1.99 ea (regular price $2.49)


Cream Cheese Pound Cake

1 1/2 C Chopped Pecans, Divided

1 1/2 c Butter softened

1 8 oz cream cheese- Softened

3 c sugar

dash of salt

1 1/2 tsp vanilla

6 eggs

3 C flour

Sprinkle 1/2 cup pecans in a greased & floured 10" pan. Set aside

Cream butter and cream cheese; gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add eggs. one at a time. Add flour and salt, stirring until combined. Stir in vanilla and remaining 1 cup pecans. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake at 325 for 1 1/2 hours or until toothpick comes out clean. cool in pan for 10 mins, remove from pan and cool completely on a rack. ENJOY


Saturday, December 19, 2009

Family Frame Kits

Great for home decor or gifts for the Holiday! ON SALE NOW FOR 34.99  (Reg 44.99)

Get creative and add alcohol inks or scrapbooking paper. 

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Christmas & Winter Paper, Punches, Stickers & Embellishments


Use these fun & exciting papers, punches,stickers and embellishments for all your scrapbooking and card making projects.  They can also be used for a variety of other projects like stars, letters, boxes, ect. Choose from a WIDE variety!  

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

NEW BEADS!






















We have gone on another Bead run! Emma and Renee' are always doing their best to find the best products out there for you! Renee' just went on another bead trip last week and picked up some Great new beads. Come and visit us in the coming week and check out the great selection we have this time.

* Dont FORGET the open beading class on December 22 @ 6pm. Its FREE! It is a perfect time to come in and get help on your last minute christmas presents! *

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Woodburning Tools


Check out our supply of wood burning tools. We have a wide selection with Changeable points to create a wide variety of projects. This is a great gift for christmas.

Monday, December 14, 2009

The Boye Electric Yarn Ball Winder.


This is the perfect gift for the Knitter or Crocheter in your life.

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Gingerbread Cookies


Stop by Sierra's and check out our selection of Cookie cutters.

Ingredients:

1/2 c butter
1/2 c sugar
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cloves
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 c dark molasses
2 1/2 c Sifted flour
1 tsp ginger
1 tbsp Cinnamon

Instructions:

Cream butter and sugar well.
Blend in Molasses
Add egg and Beat well
Stir in sifter dry ingredients.

Chill dough for at least 3 hours! Roll dough out and cut into shapes. Place on cookie sheet and bake at 350 for 10-12 mins

Friday, December 11, 2009

Oh Christmas Tree!


need some ideas for Decorating your christmas tree?? Stop by sierra's and look at our wonderful displays!! We have great ideas and items to decorate your christmas tree with. 

Thursday, December 10, 2009

2010 Calendars


Lang and Amcal calendars offer functionality and the style you have come to love! These calendars are designed by well know artists. Calendars are sure to help you stay organized through out the year!

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Beading


Are you in the Holiday spirit yet?? We have christmas watch faces and bead strands! Make your own watch band for the holidays! Choose from a christmas tree or a santa watch face. These make a GREAT gift also.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Paper Mache Boxes


Decorate them in a holiday theme and give those home baked goodies to your friends and Neighbors.

Monday, December 7, 2009

Hot New Fashion Accessories


Capture the elegance and beauty of the Pashmina Scarfs. This scarf is a fashionable complement to any outfit. These also would make a GREAT holiday gift! Here at Sierra's we carry Solids, Verigated, prints, and animal prints. Pick one up, plus a Knotting how to project sheet.

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Rice Krispie House




Remember how much fun it is to make Rice Krispie Treats? Here at Sierras we have Kellogg's Rice Krispie Kits. These are so much fun and easy to use.





They come with everything you need
to have some fun quality time with the kids.
Each Kit comes with Rice Krispies, Marshmallow cream, a pan, frosting, and candies. We were able to make 3 houses with the kit.
There are 2 to choose from. Make a holiday house or a snowman.
We have them on sale for $9.99 a kit.

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Artists paint medium (keepers)


We carry these great canvas carry keepers for you oil, acrylic and watercolor paints. These would make a super gift for you artist. GIFT IDEA: Fill with paints, mediums, brushes and a gift card as a gift for the holidays.

Friday, December 4, 2009

Poinsettias


Poinsettias have been the Christmas Flower of choice since the 16th century. These beautiful flowers are a popular Christmas decoration in homes, churches, stores and offices. Come in a pick up a some for your Holiday Decorating.

Thursday, December 3, 2009

scrapbooking Idea for Christmas

Have an avid scrapbooker in your family and you need a christmas gift idea? Then you should come and check out the SLICE. Its the first portable cordless digital design cutter. Its easy to use and has many exclusive desgins. 

Slice Package Contents:
1 Slice digital cutter
1 power cord
1 blade adjustment wrench
1 respositional adhesive
1 basics SD design card
1 foam brush 
1 6x6 cutting mat
5 replacement blades wtih blade replacement tool

Value Price 179.99

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

watches


Watches are the hot new beading item. Recently we received some sterling silver heart sliders that were quite popular to use as spacers in your band. They were so popular that we sold out quickly! Of course we thought we couldn’t get any new ones. Well, luckily we were wrong! We just received those same sliders that were on our last order.

Stop by the bead shop and check our all our Sterling Effects. We have sliders and filigree beads that are great substitutes for spacer bars.

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

ILLUMINATE YOUR HOLIDAYS


Create charming candlestick decorations with Nicole Wooden Candlesticks

With a little paint and some embellishments you can have fun and one of a kind festive candle sticks to decorate your home for the holidays. With 3 sizes to choose from you can create characters like Santa and his reindeer, snowman or just paint different holiday colors. See the Nicole Craft book for creative inspirations.

Monday, November 30, 2009

Vera's Pot Holders

Sunday, November 29, 2009

Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin soup from an old cookbook of 1700's recipes

2 cups of pumpkin meat (or 1 lb can)
3 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Put pumpkin in a saucepan over a low flame. Stir in milk. Do not let it boil. Add salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.
Serve hot .

Thursday, November 26, 2009

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! (Black Friday Ad)

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO OUR LOYAL CUSTOMERS!!

Here is a copy of the Black Friday Ad. Come and Join us for a day of Savings with Hot coffee, Hot Cider and Pumpkin Bread! See you there!!





Monday, November 23, 2009

Cuddle Throw Kits

Stop by and see our Cuddle throw/quilt Kits. Quilt is 60"x 72" Throw 45x55"


Extremely soft and cuddly fabric has a smooth mink like surface. Kits are pre-cut and ready to take home and Put together. Great easy and cute idea for Christmas.

Sunday, November 22, 2009

Homemade Pumpkin Pie

With Thanksgiving around the corner, here is an Easy and yummy Pumpkin pie Recipe for you to enjoy this holiday season.
(recipe from foodnetwork.com)
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups canned pumpkin, mashed
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg plus 2 egg yolks, slightly beaten
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, optional
  • 1 piece pre-made pie dough
  • Whipped cream, for topping

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Place 1 piece of pre-made pie dough down into a (9-inch) pie pan and press down along the bottom and all sides. Pinch and crimp the edges together to make a pretty pattern. Put the pie shell back into the freezer for 1 hour to firm up. Fit a piece of aluminum foil to cover the inside of the shell completely. Fill the shell up to the edges with pie weights or dried beans (about 2 pounds) and place it in the oven. Bake for 10 minutes, remove the foil and pie weights and bake for another 10 minutes or until the crust is dried out and beginning to color.

For the filling, in a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer. Add the pumpkin and beat until combined. Add the sugar and salt, and beat until combined. Add the eggs mixed with the yolks, half-and-half, and melted butter, and beat until combined. Finally, add the vanilla, cinnamon, and ginger, if using, and beat until incorporated.

Pour the filling into the warm prepared pie crust and bake for 50 minutes, or until the center is set. Place the pie on a wire rack and cool to room temperature. Cut into slices and top each piece with a generous amount of whipped cream.


Tuesday, November 17, 2009

SNOW SNOW SNOW

If you need snow for your holiday crafting, come in and check out our selection. We have:
Crystal Frost spray- replicates the unique patters of frost crystals.
Holiday Snow- Premium snow flock
Aleene's true Snow
Glistening Snow tex
Glittering Snow tex
Fantasy Snow
Decorative Snow
Aleene's Glitter Snow
Snow Accents
Tub O Snow
Snow Writer
Glistening Snow Writer

Stop by and see all the different designs

Monday, November 16, 2009

Electric Yarn Ball Winder


New! New! New!

Convenient and Quick

Eliminate tedious hand winding

Easily wind hanks of yarn into center-pull skeins

Create flat bottom balls that stack neatly

Rewind messy partial skeins into tidy center pull skeins

Wind thin yarns together to create custom sizes or colors

Fully Automatic

Labor saving motor means less stress on arms, hand and wrists

Rheostat allows wind-rate to be adjusted as needed

Renee’ thinks this is one of the great new products on the market. I love that it will do the winding on my yarn! I find winding my yarn by hand is tiresome. I am so excited about this new winder!!


For those of you who love to knit & crochet (or maybe you would like to learn)

Join Linda and Renee’ this Thursday for YARN YOGA. We meet on the first and third Thursday’s of the month at 6 pm. It gives us a chance to learn new stitches or work on a project that you need to finish. Fun Social Hour with other stitchers!

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Yummy Pumpkin Rolls


Here is a yummy dessert/Treat for the holidays.
*Recipe from Cooks.com*

Ingredients you will need:

3 Eggs
1 cup Sugar
2/3 cup Pumpkin
1 teaspoon Lemon juice
3/4 cup All-purpose flour
1 teaspoon Baking powder
2 teaspoons Cinnamon
1 teaspoon Ginger
1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon Salt


Filling:
8 ounces Cream cheese -- softened
4 tablespoons Butter -- or margarine
1 cup Powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla

Instructions:
In large bowl, combine eggs and sugar, beating with an electric mixer until thick and light yellow in color. Add pumpkin and lemon juice, mixing until blended.

In separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, spices and salt. Add to egg mixture, mixing well. Spread batter into greased and waxed-paper lined 10-by-15-inch jelly-roll pan.

Bake at 350 ° for 15 minutes. Remove from oven. Cool for 15 minutes. Place cake on clean tea towel sprinkled liberally with powdered sugar. Cool 10 minutes longer. From 10- inch side, roll cake up in towel. Set aside.

While cake is cooling in towel, prepare filling. Beat together cream cheese and butter; stir in powdered sugar and vanilla and blend until smooth.
Unroll cake. Evenly spread filling over cake. Roll up cake (without the towel). Wrap in plastic wrap. Cover and chill at least 1 hour. Slice before serving. Keep leftover slices refrigerated. This pumpkin roll freezes well.


Saturday, November 14, 2009

Painting for the young artist



Do you have a child who is always wanted to paint & draw? We have everything you need to get them started into the world of ART. You can find paint, brushes, brush cleaner pots, paper, and painter’s smocks.

 This is a great “SNOW” day activity.

 

Friday, November 13, 2009

Cornucopias



 

The cornucopia is typically a hallow, horn shaped wicker basket that you can fill with fruit, leaves, flowers and even a small light set can make it look festive.

 

Cornucopia is a symbol of food and abundance dating back to the 5th century BC and is also called the Horn of Plenty.

 

Here at Sierra’s we have our Beautiful Cornucopia ready for you to use in your Thanksgiving Décor.

On sale for only $5.99 regular price $9.99

 

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Armed Forces and USA

Honor those in the military by using embellishments, stickers, and paper to decorate scrapbook pages, photo albums, boxes, cards and much more! Decorate a Star in military pictures, paper & embellishments or make

a shadowbox to Honor their service to our country.

Be adventurous for the possibilities are endless!!

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Bead Shop


It can be overwhelming to go to a bead store and see so many beads you don’t know how to choose. It can be even more confusing when you see a description of a bead and aren’t sure what it really means .

Here is some BEAD LINGO to help you out.

 

AB: or aurora borealis which is a slick finish on crystal and glass beads

 

FIRE-Polished: the finish on faceted glass beads that have been reheated  to soften the faceted edges.

 

SP: silver plated metal

 

BICONE: a bead that looks like two cones connected at their bases.

SPACER: usually a metal bead used to spice up a design

 

COIN PEARL: a flat coin- shaped freshwater pearl

 

Come in and see our SWAROVSKI crystals

Stands on sale for $7.99 (regular price $9.99)

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Fun Crafts

Start your holiday crafting with the help of this fun book

from Nicolecrafts. Wow it’s only $1.00!!

The Holiday Craft issue is full of creative inspiration for Holiday Craft projects.

It includes ideas on candlesticks, Bird houses, Wood projects, Mirrors, foam, gingerbread fun, cookie exchange and lots more. 

Monday, November 9, 2009

Holiday Homespun yarn from Lion bran

Spun with a ply of metallic gold for a touch of sparkle, comes in Victorian and Traditional bright colors, making it perfect for all your holiday crafting.

This yarn has the same great silky soft texture as the lion brand classic homespun.

Each skein has instructions for a Christmas toy. 

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Fall is here and Winter is coming! Here is a delicious recipe for some Homemade Chicken Noodle soup! YUMMY! ENJOY


1 whole chicken
4 cubes chicken bouillon
Enough water to cover chicken
1 batch homemade noodles or Frozen Egg Noodles from the store
1 onion
celery
carrots

Cover chicken with water, add chicken bouillon in large pan. Cook until chicken comes off bones easily. Save broth. Debone the chicken and put meat in broth, add the remaining ingredients (add more or less vegetables to taste) except noodles and let simmer on low heat for several hours, stirring occasionally. Add noodles about 1/2 hour before serving. Cook until noodles are tender. Leftover can be frozen.

(We take broth to Freeze before we cook the noodles.)


Recipe for the Homemade NOODLES:

2 eggs
1 tsp. salt
Water
Flour

Break eggs in bowl. Save shells. Fill a 1/2 egg shell with water twice and beat eggs, water and salt. Then add flour gradually until dough is stiff. Roll out on floured table and cut. (NOTE: Pizza cutter works well for this.) Cut in 1/4" to 1/2" strips. Separate and let dry at least 2 hours then add to soup.

Saturday, November 7, 2009

HURRY IN!! OPEN HOUSE!

OPEN HOUSE is Here!!

See Sunday’s BLOG to get your 40% coupon

Join us today from 8 am to 9 pm for a fun day of Demos, Drawing for a $100.00 shopping spree, Great Prices, Snacks and Beverages. Get the help and inspiration you need for all your Handmade Holiday Gifts.


Holiday Print Give Away: Spend $30.00 or more and receive Robert Duncun’s HERE GOOSE print FREE!

Offer good thru December

SEE YOU THERE!


Friday, November 6, 2009

HOME DECOR.. 1 MORE DAY!


ONLY ONE MORE DAY!!


See Sunday’s BLOG to get your 40% coupon


It’s almost here. We can’t wait for you to see the new Christmas collection, Sweet shop, new game section and more. We will be open at 8 am serving you hot cider, hot coffee and pumpkin bread. Join us for all the FUN!!!


We will be having great deals on collectables such as Jim Shore and Demdaco, Yankee candle holiday scents, Candle warmers, Holiday greenery and fall floral. You might want to pick a beautiful Decorative Lantern as well as candles, potpourri and charger plates to give your home a wonderful holiday feel.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

SCRAPBOOKING.. 2 MORE days!


Only 2 days until OPEN HOUSE!

See Sunday’s BLOG to get your 40% coupon


WOW, can you believe it’s time to get started on making your holiday cards, and buying gifts for the scrapbook fanatics in your family.


The scrapbook department will be having card making demos from 10-4 using the Slicetm Machine. Today’s a great day to pick up paper packs, Designer Christmas cards with envelopes ( to use as a base), scrappy clocks, the SLICE die cut machine, Cutterpede w/ tool bag, & Vario adhesive

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Beading.. 3 MORE DAYS!


Only 3 days until OPEN HOUSE!

See Sunday’s BLOG to get your 40% coupon


Now is the time to get started on those NEW CHUNKY WATCHES that are all the rage. Join us from 12-2 for our Watch demo where you can get see how to get started. Perfect for gift giving!!


Our bead shop will be featuring Watch faces, Swarovski jewels, Jolee’s jewels, Jolee’s tools, tools sets, and a special selection of glass bead strands

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Crafts... 4 more days!


Only 4 more days until OPEN HOUSE!

See Sunday’s BLOG to get your 40% coupon

Come in from 2-5 to make a unique ornament using retro flakes, snow drops, rub-ons, stickers and clear glass ornaments. Only $2.00 per ornament! Get started on your holiday crafting now.


We will have the clear glass ornaments in different shapes and sizes, unfinished wood coaster sets, wood recipe boxes, glass blocks with the hole pre-drilled for you and Canvas on sale. These are great basics for those handmade gifts.


Monday, November 2, 2009

Fabrics.. 5 more days!















Only 5 more days until OPEN HOUSE!

See Sunday’s BLOG to get your 40% coupon


Come in for some hot cider, coffee and pumpkin bread and get great ideas for your Handmade Holiday!

Check out these great specials in the Fabric Shop:

Sierra’s will be featuring the entire stock of fabric including cotton, flannel, cuddle & fat quarters. The new Bias tape maker, Vanna’s Yarn & more.


Sunday, November 1, 2009

OPEN HOUSE COUPON!!










You are invited to our Open House Saturday November 7!
Join us 8 am to 9 pm for a fun day of Demos, Drawing for a $100.00 shopping spree, Great Prices, Snacks and Beverages. This week’s BLOG will give you an idea of what great sales and demos we will have happening in each of our departments at OPEN HOUSE!


Sprinkles the Elf invites you to his SWEET SHOP in 6 more days!

Come in and find everything you might need to make your gifts of good taste, cookie exchange ideas, candy making and neighbor gifting. You might want to pick up some of our Ceramic Mini & large Loaf pans that are perfect for those “umm, great tasting” gifts.


Today’s recipe is for Sugar Cookies. You can find cookie cutters, as well as cookie icing and sprinkles here in the Sweet shop.


Ingredients:

3 cups flour

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon baking powder

2 eggs

1 cup sugar

1 cup butter soften


Preheat oven 375 degrees Time: 8-10 min

In a bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, and baking soda.

Cut in butter as for pie crust

Beat eggs; add sugar and mix well

Blend egg mixture into flour mixture

Roll out on floured table or pastry cloth to ¼ inch thick

Cut with cookie cutters

Lift with spatula to un-greased cookie sheet

Sprinkle with sugar and Bake. Remove at once to cooling rack

Yield 6 doz.


Saturday, October 31, 2009

Visage Frames


New Shipment of Visage Frames! Come in and see our large selection of ready made frames.

Perfect for all those gifts, artwork, needle work, paintings and photos that you are getting ready to frame. Perfect gift for the holidays

Friday, October 30, 2009

Halloween Products


Last Chance for Halloween product. It won’t be here on Monday. Stop by to pick up those last minute decorating needs for your “SPOOKY” house.

We have Kids Crafts for those who need some “Keep the kids occupied” activities, light up necklaces with ghosts or pumpkins to keep them visible.

Potion Jars. Crows, rats, spiders, witches, lights, eyes, skulls, black and orange candles, Scary Haunted Pictures, Cookie cutters, Great Halloween shape cookie/treat pan,

And so much more!

Thursday, October 29, 2009

8 ½ x 11 and 12 x 12 variety and specialty packs of cardstock


These variety packs are full of colorful cardstock. 8 ½ x 11 comes with 150 pieces and the 12 x 12 pack comes with 100 pieces

We also have a specialty pack that has a selection of pearlized, glossy, mirror, vellum, mulberry and more!

Stop by and see this fun selection of colorful paper to finish all your creative projects, holiday cards and pages.