Winter Solstice Sewing and Crafts

Beginner Sewing - Make a Table Runner
2025-11-23 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Anchorage) | AK
The holidays are coming! Make your table super cute with a custom table runner. This is a super basic class but you do need to have taken a previous introduction class or have some sewing machine knowledge.

Knitted Washcloth
2025-11-22 12:00 - 14:00 | AK
This class is for beginner knitters. We will learn the knit and purl stitches to create a washcloth and understand the basics of knitting!

Materials will be available for purchase at a discounted price for taking the class at Winter Solstice.

Materials needed: 5mm-5.5mm knitting needles, size 4 cotton yarn

Granny Square Cardigan
2025-11-15 12:00 - 14:00 | AK
Nov 15 Granny Square Cardigan (Part 1)
Dec 13 Granny Square Cardigan (Part 2)

This class is for intermediate to beginner crocheters.

In the first class on Nov 15, we will learn how to work in the round, create the granny cluster stitch, and work on making a large hexagon shape as a group. Students will then take the project home to complete both hexagons to bring back to the second class to learn how to stitch the two pieces together and add the ribbing.

Materials will be available for purchase at a discounted price for taking the class at Winter Solstice.

Materials needed: 5mm-5.5mm crochet hook, size 4 yarn (acrylic is best!)

Make a pillow case
2025-11-09 11:00 - 14:00 | AK
Come learn to make a pillow case! Make your bed fun with custom pillow cases. This is a great next step on your sewing adventure after our introduction classes. With FRENCH SEAMS! This is a great skill to learn and perfect before your garment making adventures.

Tunisian Crochet Washcloth
2025-11-01 12:00 - 14:00 | AK
This class is for intermediate and beginners to crochet and tunisian crochet. We will learn how to chain, add the “simple stitch” to the chain, and create a washcloth!

Materials are available for purchase at a discounted price for attending the class at Winter Solstice.

Materials needed: 5mm-5.5 mm tunisian crochet hook and size 4 cotton yarn.

Learn to make a hat (crochet)
2025-10-25 12:00 - 14:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Students will learn how to increase their stitches, work in the round, and weave in their ends. The hat will be made top to bottom.

Learn to make a simple scarf (knitting)
2025-10-18 12:00 - 14:00 | AK
Students will learn how to cast on and knit the garter stitch to create a simple scarf. This will be a “take-home” project, as students will not be able to finish during the time allotted. Luckily, it is the same stitch for the whole project! Students are welcome to attend future classes taught by Camilla for help with finishing or troubleshooting as needed.

Pumpkin blocks
2025-10-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come learn how to make a super cute pumpkin quilt block! We have patterns for two sizes! Make a whole bunch and you have a quilt! Make one big one and you have a cute pillow!

Witchy Hat
2025-10-15 17:00 - 19:00 | AK
Want a super fun Halloween hat? Come make your very own witchy hat….that has a secret. SHHHHH! Are you a good witch or a bad witch? We won’t tell!
This is a super fun and easy class. We have machines to use if you don’t have one and lots of fabrics to choose from. Pink? We have that!
Come play with us!

Introduction to Sewing - Quilted Sewing Machine Cover
2025-10-11 14:00 - 17:00 | AK
Come learn how to make a one of a kind cover for your sewing machine! This class will teach you how to quilt a yard of fabric and turn it into a useful cover complete with pockets! (Who doesn’t love pockets?)
Sewing machines are available. If you do have your own machine you are welcome to bring it but it MUST have a walking foot for it. We do not sell them.
You will need two yards of fabric, thread to match and batting for this class.

Learn to make a granny square (crochet)
2025-10-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Students will learn how to make a simple granny square, how to weave in their ends, and how to connect granny squares together to make larger projects.

Introduction to Sewing - Sewing Machine Cover
2025-09-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come learn to quilt fabric and turn it into a custom sewing machine cover.

Introduction To Sewing - Tote Bag
2025-09-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
This is a great class for learning how to sew! You’ll be creating a Tote bag.
