Winter Solstice Sewing and Crafts

Crochet: Granny Square
2026-03-09 15:30 - 18:00 (America/Anchorage) | 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 (worsted) yarns and a size H (5 mm) crochet hook.

March Introduction to sewing - Lined Tote Bag
2026-03-07 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: Flower Power Granny Square
2026-03-07 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 flower power 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

Quilted Sewing Machine Cover Class - (Night 2)
2026-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 | AK

Manx Log Cabin Block Two Night Class (NIGHT 2)
2026-03-04 17:30 - 20:00 | AK
This is the second night of our two part Manx Log Cabin Block!

Crochet: Mosaic Dachshund
2026-02-28 12:00 - 14:30 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Learn how to follow a mosaic crochet chart to create a dachshund as long as your heart desires! All you need to know is how to do a single crochet and double crochet stitch and you’re good to go for a pattern like this.
Materials will be available to purchase at a discounted price at Winter Solstice, or you can bring your own. You will need 2 contrasting colors in size 4 yarn and a size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook.

Quilted Sewing Machine Cover Class - (Night 1)
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | 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?). This is a TWO NIGHT CLASS! Thursday Fabruary 26th AND Thursday March 5th from 6 to 8 PM.
Sewing machines are available to rent for $10. 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.
Supplies needed for this class:
Two yards of fabric
Bias tape to match fabric (Second night)
thread to match
batting
Fabric marking tool
Thread snips

Garment Sewing School (Month 2)
2026-02-24 18:00 - 21:00 | AK

February Yellow Brick Road Quilt
2026-02-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
This is a two part class!
Sunday February 22nd from 1 to 4 PM AND
Sunday March 1st from 1 to 4 PM

You need to bring the following:
Yellow Brick Road Pattern
Fat quarters (number is depending on the size you are planning on making)
Rotary Cutter
Seam Ripper
Ruler

Crochet: Tunisian Crochet 10 Stitch Blanket
2026-02-21 12:00 - 14:30 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
The 10-stitch blanket is worked in a spiral shape and is an easy beginner pattern for someone who has never crocheted before or someone who would like to a new crochet method! You can easily decide the size of the blanket just by continuing to go around and around until you’re happy with the size.
Materials can be purchased at a discounted price at Winter Solstice, or you can bring your own. You will need a size 4 yarn and a size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook, afghan hook, or tunisian hook. Having a longer hook like the afghan or tunisian hook may make this project a little easier, but it is not required.

Block of the month 2 – Road Tripping!
2026-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | AK
Welcome to the second 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.
This block requires A Road Trip Quilt pattern and fat quarters. Bring your quilting supplies, and if you forget something no stress the shop has extras.

Manx Log Cabin Block Two Night Class (NIGHT 1)
2026-02-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Learn this unique traditional hand piecing technique! Completely portable and “quilt as you go” you will learn the history of this block as well as work on hand stitching, folding and layering. This technique creates a unique block for each individual quilter.
This is a TWO night class! February 18th and March 4th!
Supplies Needed:
Fabric for the ‘logs”, contrasting and either yellow or red for the center
Hand quilting needles
Thread
Scissors, rotary cutter, cutting rulers, pins
*No sewing machine needed*

Craft-A-Long
2026-02-18 10:00 - 14:00 | AK
Bring your craft and a friend to Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts for the first EVER Craft-A-Long! We’ll have project tables, cutting tables and irons ready to go for your sewing needs. We also have a swift and winder set up for caking yarn. You are welcome to bring your sewing projects, fiber arts, embroidery, etc.
The store is open upstairs if you need fabric, threads, yarn or notions! We have comfy sewing chairs, but you are welcome to bring your own chair as well! Bring a friend and a snack and come craft with us!

Sewsocial - Garment Night February!
2026-02-17 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 Tuesday February 17th 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!

Quilted tote bag
2026-02-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
Come learn to make a tote bag using pre-quilted fabrics! You only need a yard and you can make a super fun, and useful, tote bag! We have the fabric in our shop but if you want to make your own and bring you are welcome to!
Sewing machines are available if needed for an additional fee of $10

Knitting: Irish Hiking Scarf
2026-02-14 12:00 - 14:30 | Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts, 400 W Potter Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99518, United States
This is a great adventurous beginner or intermediate knitting class. Students will learn how to manipulate the stitches to make beautiful cable designs!
Supplies are available for purchase at a discounted price at Winter Solstice or you can bring your own. You will need a size 4 yarn and US 8 (5 mm) knitting needles. You will also need a cable needle.

Valentine's Bralette and Panty Set (an Intro to Sergers) Night 2
2026-02-12 18:00 - 21:00 | 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

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.
