Winter Solstice Sewing and Crafts

Valentine's Bralette and Panty Set (an Intro to Sergers) Night 2
2026-02-12 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Anchorage) | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States

February Introduction to sewing - Lined Tote Bag
2026-02-07 15:00 - 18:00 | AK
Want to see if sewing is for you? Come make a super cute tote bag! You will need 2 fabrics half yard of one and one and a quarter of another along with thread to match.

Crochet: Starburst Granny Square
2026-02-07 12:00 - 14:30 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Students will learn how to make a different variation of a granny square called the starburst granny square! These squares can be connected together to make so many things like blankets, clothing, and accessories. It is a great starting place for a beginner!

Yarn and supplies are available for a discounted price at Winter Solstice, or you can bring your own supplies. You will need 1 or more size 4 yarns and a size 5 mm crochet hook.

Valentine's Bralette and Panty Set (an Intro to Sergers) Night One
2026-02-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Learn the basics of sewing with knit fabrics on a serger. Week 1 we will make bikini style panties to match a reversible bralette that we’ll make during week 2. Week 1 is done exclusively on a serger, unless the ruching option is chosen; Week 2 will use both the serger and sewing machine.

Skills you’ll learn:

working with knits
sewing from a pattern
using a serger
attaching knit bands
installing elastic
zig-zag stitch
(optional) elastic ruching

What you’ll take home after course completion: 2 panties, 1 reversible bralette

Dates/times: 2 week mini course – Thursdays 6-9pm Feb 5th AND Feb 12th

Supply list:

Student supplies: 2.5yd knit fabric with 50% 4-way stretch and good recovery (1.25yd main, 1.25yd coordinate); cotton/spandex recommended, but other spandex blends work well too
Thread to match
Instructor provides bra band elastic and clear elastic
Tools/Supplies student can bring if they have them: soft measuring tape, sewing clips/pins, scissors/rotary cutter, cutting mat, ruler, loop turner (Shop and or instructor some to be shared as well)
Students can bring their own serger if they have one as well
Pattern is included! YAY!

Other information:
Fabric kits will be available at the shop! Stay tuned for more information coming soon!

Prerequisites: some sewing knowledge/experience preferred (you have used a sewing machine before); ideal for any level sewist who is wanting to work with stretch fabrics and elastic; can be brand new to working on a serger!

Garment Sewing School (Month 1)
2026-02-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
New to sewing? We want you!
Come learn to make your own clothing! This is a 5 month long shool to teach you all the things you need to know to sew fabulous garments. Every 4th Tuesday from 6 to 9 PM running from February 3rd (moved due to weather) until May 26th! For ages 16 and up.
There will be homework between sessions so please be prepared each week. Supply list and materials will be provided after registration.

Knitted Scarf
2026-01-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Students will learn how to start a simple knitted scarf! Knitting is a slow craft, so students will need to take the project home to finish it!
Supplies will be available at a discounted price at Winter Solstice, or you can bring your own materials. You will need a size 4 yarn and a pair of 5 mm knitting needles.

Landly AK -- Fireweed Embroidery
2026-01-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
**Go to https://landlyak.square.site/ to sign up for a ticket for this class!**
The Fireweed class by Landly AK is the perfect introduction to hand embroidery. In this class you will learn 3 stitches in a 4-hour period. You will be provided with all supplies needed.
You will go home with your piece, a 5 inch hoop, a size 5 needle and thread needed to complete any left over work at home. This class is best fit for 12 years and older.
Please keep in mind that embroidery is a slower craft and that it is possible you do not finish the piece completely before class is over.

Getting Ready to QUILT!
2026-01-29 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-01-18 13:00 - 14:30 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come learn all about the magic of rotary cutters, self-healing mats, rulers and quarter inch seams! This is a super beginner intro class to help you demystify quilting and put you on the path to make fabric masterpieces. NO SUPPLIES NEEDED! But if you have a ruler or rotary cutter please bring to class. Don’t have one? No worries we have them here for you to try.

Sewing Machine Cleaning & Care
2026-01-25 12:00 - 14:00 | AK
Come join us for a unique class designed to teach you how to care for and keep your machine clean at home! DOWNSTAIRS AT WINTER SOLSTICE!
The first hour will be a seminar-style session with lecture, questions, and answers. The second hour will be hands-on.
Please bring your machine with you for the second hour so we can demonstrate proper care and maintenance on your own equipment.
We will cover how to care for your machine between professional services, including when, where, and what oil to use, as well as best practices and common mistakes to avoid to keep your machine running smoothly.

Introduction to sewing - Lined Tote Bag
2026-01-24 15:00 - 18:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Want to see if sewing is for you? Come make a super cute tote bag! You will need 2 fabrics half yard each and thread to match.

January Bowl Cozy Class
2026-01-24 10:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come make a fun, and useful bowl cozy! Perfect to thow in the microwave.
All you need are 2 fat quarters, thread and a bit of all cotton batting and all supplies are included!

Heart shaped pot holders!
2026-01-17 15:00 - 18:00 | AK
Learn to make the cutest pot holders your heart has ever seen. By using two fat quarters and some insul bright you can make something hand made and unique for you or your friends! Great beginner plus class for those who want to improve beyond the tote bag class.
Sewing machines are available for an additional rental fee of $10

Crochet Market Bag
2026-01-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Students will learn how to make a crochet market bag to use at the grocery store, craft markets, or any other occasion where a reusable bag is needed. This is a beginner friendly class.
Materials are available at a discounted price at Winter Solstice, or you can bring your own supplies. You will need a cotton yarn in size 4 and a 5 mm crochet hook.

Block of the month - Road Tripping!
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come make a block every month!
Using fat quarters we are going on a road trip! This super fun quilt is made up of blocks that each month take us on a new adventure. Can’t make a month? No worries! You can drop in and out as your schedule allows! We will meet on the Third Thursday of every month from 6 to 8 PM.

Block of the month 3 – Road Tripping!
2026-01-15 08:00 - 17:00 | AK
Welcome to the third month of the Block of the Month Road Tripping series! These are a monthly block class where you can pop in and out at anytime! The whole quilt can be used with fat quarters or with the solid colors suggested by the pattern.

Sewsocial - Garment Night
2026-01-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
NOT A BEGINNER CLASS
This class is on every second Tuesday from 6-9 PM. For garment sewers who want to get together to share ideas and projects. Designed for those who sew regularly but want to sew with friends!

Getting ready to QUILT
2026-01-10 16:00 - 17:00 | AK
Want to make a quilt? Come learn how to use a rotary cutter, quilting ruler and accurately sew a quarter inch seam! This is a hands on experience to get you ready to QUILT!

Crochet Granny Square
2026-01-10 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! These squares can be connected together to make so many things like blankets, clothing, and accessories. It is a great starting place for a beginner!
Yarn and supplies are available for a discounted price at Winter Solstice, or you can bring your own supplies. You will need 1 or more size 4 yarns and a size 5 mm crochet hook.

WINTER SOLSTICE GRAND OPENING PARTY!
2025-12-21 10:00 - 18:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come celebrate the first Winter Solstice that Winter Solstice has been open! We have door prizes; take away crafts, vendors, food and mocktails! OH and we will be downstairs too! But ONLY for this one day!

Open Quilt Night
2025-12-15 08:00 - 17:00 | AK
Want to come quilt with friends? Come join us every 3rd Wednesday to work on your quilting projects! No structure just bring your project and maybe a snack to share.

Introduction to sewing - Learn to make a lined tote bag!
2025-12-14 13:00 - 16:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come learn to sew with us! NO prior sewing experience needed. We even have machines for you to rent! But if you have a machine you are welcome to bring it with you.
This class requires 2 half yards of cotton fabric. We have lots available for purchase! Thread to coordinate and your willingness to learn something awesome!
We can’t wait to sew with you!

Super Cute Bowl Cozy
2025-12-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come learn to make an awesome bowl cozy! Perfect for hostess gifts and more it is a microwave safe holder that insulates a bowl and protects your hands from hot, or cold (icecream we are looking at you). All you need is two fat quarters and some batting and you are ready to go!
Sewing machines are available if needed for an addtional fee of $10

Granny Square Cardigan pt. 2
2025-12-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
The finishing class for the granny square cardigan! Students who attended the previous granny square cardigan will come back together again to learn how to sew the 2 halves together and add edging or ribbing to their sweaters.

Silk tie bag
2025-12-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come learn to make a super stylish, and useful, bag for your water or wine bottle! We won’t judge or tell. This is a perfect class for those super cute vintage silk neckties. The bag doesn’t HAVE to be made from silk ties, but who doesn’t love silk! You will need two ties, which are the same length, to complete one bag and we have some for you at the shop to purchase.
A sewing machine is needed. You are welcome to bring your own or rent one from the shop for $10.

Mosaic Crochet Candy Cane Motif
2025-12-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Students will learn the basics of how to do a technique called “mosaic crochet” to create a small motif of candy canes. This class is for students who have a basic knowledge of crochet, including the single crochet and double crochet stitches.
Materials are available for purchase for a discounted price at Winter Solstice when you sign up for the class.
Materials needed: 2 different colors of yarn (size 4) and a size 5 mm or 5.5 mm crochet hook

Beginner Sewing - Make a Table Runner
2025-11-23 11:00 - 13:00 | 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.
