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SUMMARY:Knit a sweater! Three night class
DESCRIPTION:Come learn to make a sweater! Knit a child-Sized sweater in this class\, and you’ll have the skills needed to knit an adult-sized sweater\, too. \nSKILLS NEEDED \n\nThis class is for advanced beginners; Participants should be comfortable with\n\nknitting\npurling\n\n\n\nSCHEDULE \n\nWednesdays – September 30\, October 7 & 14\n5:30 to 8:30 PM\n\nPATTERN \n\nFlax-Worsted Weight by Tin Can Knits.\nThis free pattern is available in all sizes from Children to Adult 6XL.\n\nSUPPLIES \n\nWorsted/Aran weight yarn – 350 yards\n\nRecommended: Cascade 220 Superwash (2 balls)\n\n\nKnitting needles\n\nUS 4 and US 6\, or as needed for gauge\nWe will have needles available at the first class to use for gauging.\nParticipants may bring any needles they have to the first class or may wait to purchase needles until a gauging swatch is completed.\n\n\nStitch markers (6)\nDarning Needle\n\nWe recommend downloading the Tin Can Knits app (https://tincanknits.com/app) before the first class.
URL:https://wintersolsticecrafts.com/event/knit-a-sweater-three-night-class/
CATEGORIES:Yarn
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SUMMARY:KNIT or CROCHET Pumpkin
DESCRIPTION:In this class\, we will make our own mini pumpkins! There are knit and crochet options! It is a good class for a beginner\, a fall-lover\, or someone who wants to learn something new! \nIf you are making the knit version\, you will need size 4mm (US 6) straight or circular needles and a size 4 (worsted weight) yarn in the color you’d like for your pumpkin. \nIf you are making the crochet version\, you will need a size 5 mm (H) crochet hook and a size 4 (worsted weight) yarn in the color you’d like for your pumpkin. \n 
URL:https://wintersolsticecrafts.com/event/knit-or-crochet-pumpkin/
LOCATION:Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts\, 400 W Potter Drive\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Yarn
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SUMMARY:Knit a sweater! Night 2 of 3 night class
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URL:https://wintersolsticecrafts.com/event/knit-a-sweater-night-2-of-3-night-class/
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SUMMARY:Knit a sweater! Night 3 of 3 night class
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URL:https://wintersolsticecrafts.com/event/knit-a-sweater-night-3-of-3-night-class/
LOCATION:Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts\, 400 W Potter Drive\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99518\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sewing 101 - SIX CLASSES October Start
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to sew? Don’t have a clue where to start? WE ARE HERE TO HELP! \nIn this 6-part course you will learn all the basics of sewing on our beginner friendly classroom sewing machines (included in the class fee). By the end of this series\, you will learn proper sewing techniques (pinning\, cutting\, etc.) the basics of bag making\, working with zippers\, reading and using patterns\, the basics of garment construction\, working with various fabrics and MORE! \nStaring with an into to the sewing machine and winding a bobbin\, threading the machine and operation\, we will then make a drawstring bag. The next project will include bags with zippers and finally a pair of pajama pants! \nThis class is for anyone who has little to no sewing experience as well as those who have sewn for years and need a good basic refresher. Absolutely no sewing experience is required. \nAges 16+ (We have kids and tween classes coming in September) \nMaterials Required available at Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts: \nIt’s a Cinch pattern \nTwo fat quarters of fabric \nOne and a half yards of half inch twill tape \n1 spool of thread to coordinate with your fabrics \n  \nSewing tool kit (Available soon at Winter Solstice) \nPins \nPin Cushion \nFabric Scissors \nMarking tools such as tailors chalk \nSeam ripper \nSeam gauge \nSafety Pin \nSoft Measuring Tape \n  \nDATES: October 16\, 23\, 30 November 6\, 13 and 20th
URL:https://wintersolsticecrafts.com/event/sewing-101-six-classes-october-start/
LOCATION:Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts\, 400 W Potter Drive\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sewing
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SUMMARY:SEW AN UNLINED HOODED COAT with Ryliss Bod\, pattern designer + visiting instructor
DESCRIPTION:An All-Day Class with Lunch Provided \nMany students will complete this versatile unlined coat in this one day class; most will be nearly completed. \nThe pattern (Ryliss’ s own design) includes deep pockets\, princess seams\, and a hood! It can be made in a variety of fabrics – and later\, you can even make a lined version\, change the hood to a collar\, add a belt\, change the closure….or whatever you imagine. \nIn the first step\, the students will select the fabric and alter the pattern if necessary.  Then the fabric will be cut out and the fabric scraps will be tested. There will be hands-on help all along the way. \nSKILLS NEEDED \n\nThis class is designed for sewists from advanced beginners through experts. At a minimum\, participants should be comfortable with\n\n\n\n     Threading and operating a sewing machine\n     Sewing straight lines\n     Laying out a pattern on grain\n\n\n\n\nSUPPLIES NEEDED\n\nFabric (Woven fabric with no or very little stretch)\n      Both sides of the fabric will be visible in the finished coat\, so choose something with a “wrong” side that you enjoy\n      Approximately 3-4 yards of 60”wide fabric\, depending upon the size\n      If you plan to launder the coat\, please launder the fabric ahead\nMatching Thread\nButtons (optional)\nFabric scissors\nPins\nSewing Machine (machines are also available to rent for $10)\nCuriosity\, humor\, and a bit of grace (perfectionism may be left at home)\n\nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR \nRyliss Bod is the Director and Head Instructor at the Sewing and Design School. She has extensive teaching experience teaching Fashion Construction & Design at a Washington State Technical College. She instructed courses for both continuing education and career training in all levels of sewing construction\, home decor construction\, fashion accessory construction\, fashion design\, fitting & pattern alterations\, pattern making\, textiles\, history of fashion and quilting. \nRyliss received her teaching degree and studied art\, clothing construction and textiles at Central Washington University\, pattern-making and CAD from Gerber Technology\, fashion design at the Paris Fashion Institute and pattern-making and construction techniques from Kenneth D. King and countless others. Throughout her career she developed workshops and fashion shows\, hired instructors and conducted fashion and fabric shopping field trips to Portland\, San Francisco and New York. \nRyliss was a contributing Editor at Sew News Magazine in 2013 and Threads Magazine August 2016. Vogue Pattern Magazine named her Instagram Account as one of the Top Eight Instagram Accounts inspiring sewing and fashion in their August/September 2016 issue. Go to @RylissBod on Instagram. \nRyliss is the Director of the Washington State’s Central West District for the National Make it with Wool Contest.
URL:https://wintersolsticecrafts.com/event/sew-an-unlined-hooded-coat-with-ryliss-bod-pattern-designer-visiting-instructor/
LOCATION:Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts\, 400 W Potter Drive\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sewing
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SUMMARY:Altering Patterns to YOUR Body's Measurements
DESCRIPTION:Garments that fit well are comfortable to wear\, and they look great! Spend a day with a Master Teacher learning the basics (and then some) of altering patterns to FIT! You’ll leave equipped to make garments that make you shine. \nMore details available SOON.
URL:https://wintersolsticecrafts.com/event/altering-patterns-to-your-bodys-measurements/
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SUMMARY:KNIT or CROCHET Mini Chicken
DESCRIPTION:This is a good intermediate class. There are options for both crocheters and knitters! \nIf you are doing the crochet version\, you will need a size 4 (worsted weight) yarn and a US 4.5 (G) crochet hook or something close. The safety eyes and polyfil will be provided! You will also need to purchase the pattern on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/emotional-support-chicken-jr-crochet \nIf you are doing the knitted version\, you will need a size 4 (worsted weight) yarn and a US 7/(4.5mm) circular needles or something close. The safety eyes and polyfil will be provided! You will also need to purchase the pattern on Ravelry: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/emotional-support-chicken-jr
URL:https://wintersolsticecrafts.com/event/knit-or-crochet-mini-chicken/
LOCATION:Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts\, 400 W Potter Drive\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Yarn
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SUMMARY:Sweater Mittens
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an old sweater sitting around that you’ve been saving for the perfect project? … Join me in creating your very own pair of upcycled sweater mittens!  This is a wonderful way to share memories and create heirloom gifts from Dad’s old sweater to pass on to loved ones. \n\nUsing mostly wool (or synthetic if you have a wool allergy)\, we will create one of a kind\, polar fleece lined\, professional looking\, warm mittens perfect for the Alaskan winter!  You will get the opportunity to creatively embellish them and make them as unique as you!\n\nBasic sewing machine skills required.\nMost supplies are included.\n\nClass participants supply:\nSewing Machine (they are available for rent) and machine needles\nthread\nfabric scissors\npins\npen or pencil\nflexible measuring tape\nIdeas!
URL:https://wintersolsticecrafts.com/event/sweater-mittens/
LOCATION:Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts\, 400 W Potter Drive\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sewing
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