Spending time at Color Me Mine is a fun, relaxing , therapeutic experience. Even if your not an…read moreartist, the staff makes your feel your art work is the best ever! They explain everything and support your creativity with both space and suggestions.Yes, prices have gone up, however when it's all said and done, the ends really do justify the means. ~Jenna

It's an awesome place in Anchorage, safe, peaceful, and welcoming! Creative fun for any age. Lots…read moreof ceramic pieces to choose from, and the staff are all super friendly and helpful.

Very knowledgeable staff helping to answer any questions. Lots of great and unique locally hand…read morecrafted gifts for fair prices.

I wanted a cross fox fur stole for my glacier elopement and Alaska Fur Exchange was the place…read morerecommended to me for this. I placed my order in February and was able to pick up my beautiful hand crafted stole just in time for my elopement in July. It was so perfect!

Fantastic place to buy Alaska native art and support local artisans. They only accept cash, but…read morethere's an ATM on the hospital grounds. Keep in mind the craft shop has odd hours, but it's worth the effort!

Great place prices and gives back to the Native Community. The artwork and the craftsmanship is…read moreamazing. Great place to find additions to your art collection.

The Alaska Art Alliance is your must-go destination for authentic, handcrafted pieces made by…read moreNative Alaskans. Their mission is simple - to support and promote Native Alaskan artists by providing them a place to work and sell their art while also promoting their culture and each other. They nurture art and they lift each other up. In a world of AI slop and mass produced junk the Alaska Art Alliance provides a much needed infusion of craftsmanship practiced for generations. A fine layer of dust seems to cling to everything in the store, but it is not the dust of neglect; it is the dust of constant hard work. They have a wide variety of items - art, pins, jewelry, carvings, and scrimshaws and much more! I will admit I wasn't certain when I first passed the shop as the retractable gate and the locked door made it look uninviting. My friend tried the door, found it locked, and walked away leaving me barely time to read the sign that said "if locked call or text number listed" as they would be in the back working. The next day we returned, and after informing my friend what the sign said, prepared to call but found the door unlocked. There were multiple cases full of different items. The workshop in the back looked busy. After being in so manny tourist shops it just felt nice being somewhere that felt real. The gentleman who assisted us was warm and informative. He told us about the artisans, the mission, and all they were doing. My eyes fell upon a jade bead necklace and I was captivated. I had been looking at jade all trip fairly unimpressed because they largely were flat green and didn't interest me. This necklace had character with inclusions and variations in the color. Each bead was unique. There were two necklaces and I opted for the smaller since being short the larger was a bit long to wear practically. The larger, tho, was epically beautiful as well! We ended up buying that necklace and a handcrafted pin. I am very pleased with our purchases and would recommend anyone who seeks authentic pieces to come to this Art Alliance.

My wife and I were staying in the neighborhood and found the Store. We met Fred Mayac who carved us…read morethe most beautiful bone puffin we have ever seen. Fred mailed it to us when it was finished with the help of Leon Kinneeveauk, the Director. This is a wonderful place and Project. I would like to find a way to support it but it doesn't seem to be a registered Charity? Just Leon helping people who are gifted native artists.

If you want to buy full hanks of beads, stay away from this place. The last time I was there I…read morepurchased over 20+ hanks of different bead sizes and type. Size 10/0 are what I am posting about because that was one of the main reasons for shopping this day. I didn't even want to know with other beads I purchased, so I stopped measuring and sorting. Also, I am aware of different styles/types of beads weighing different amounts. However, it is not the case with these particular size 10/0 beads purchased. The owner is completely awful and is not kind at all (unless you're a man. Our last experience shopping kind of made that clear). Rude, and acts like she doesn't even want you there! Even if you're dropping a few hundred on her inventory. Shopped at this place twice. Each time spending over $290+ each time. Spend your money elsewhere for decent human service and beads. Pictures are pretty self explanatory.

The best quality bead selection in Anchorage! Such a peaceful and calm environment and a truly…read moreunique selection.

Fabulous quilt store in Anchorage! We stopped in Whittier and took a cruise excursion to…read moreAnchorage. I specifically chose this shop as a destination during our free time. The ladies in the store were so helpful and friendly! Terry checked me out and talked to my husband while I shopped. They have a fantastic amount of kits and fun fabrics for good prices. As well as some fun souvenirs to choose from. They have yarn too! I will definitely stop back in when I come back to town.

service: asked if i needed help when i came in. then let me browse until i was ready to check out…read more quick to answer my questions. selection: has gifts and fabric as well as yarn. lots of local dyers here, and they have a good selection of quiviut. yarns were well-priced and i had a difficult time narrowing down my choices. value: good value on everything. i picked up a few locally dyed skeins and some needle stoppers.

Authentic handmade Alaska Native crafts can be a little tricky to find if you don't know where to…read morelook. Most native crafters are cottage industries that don't have permanent storefronts. Craft fairs, word of mouth and art galleries are the best places to find such items, especially when it comes to skin sewing (items crafted from animal fur and hides.) I always look forward to seeing the Iya family at craft fairs because their items are stunning. They have one of a kind fur mittens, hats, purses and ivory carvings and beadwork. Two years ago, I spied a seal and polar bear purse that I wanted desperately but couldn't afford. (Before you get your underwear in a bunch, please know that the native people waste nothing. Subsistence hunting is a way of life here in Alaska.) Finally this year, they had another purse similar to the one I had seen and I practically snatched it out of another lady's hands. I told her if she wasn't gonna buy it to get her mitts off, cause I had dibs. I winced when I handed over my credit card; but honestly I got something unique, beautiful and helped support local craftsmen. Please note, the Iyas are only periodically in Anchorage. The crafts business is a family affair that involves a number of individuals. They can be reached at: 907-248-2850 Kristine Iya Or 907 441-0712. KristineIyq@gmail.com or IyaJulian@hotmail.com

Visited Winter Solstice Sewing & Crafts for the first time yesterday and I left pleasantly…read moresurprised! I found them on Facebook and saw they were doing various classes, since I last tried and failed at knitting when I was 18, I decided perhaps 36 is the age I will figured out how to crochet! All of the women at the shop were very helpful. They have lots of beautiful fabric options and they were all incredibly encouraging I look forward to what other skills they can teach me in the future!

From the owner: Garment fabrics, yarn, pysanky supplies, patterns, notions, classes and MOREread more

As a novice crocheter, I was so intrigued by this cute local yarn shop located in downtown…read moreAnchorage! The store front was so beautiful with the super chunky blanket with large needles. When we walked into the store, we were kindly greeted by Jo who taught us so much about qiviut and how the yarn were hand dyed in small batches in Anchorage, colors inspired by the beauty of Alaska. She opened the case with the qiviut and allowed me to handle a sample on my hands. The qiviut was very lightweight, and surprisingly very warm! Walking around the store, I had never seen the yarn color variations that Wooly Mammoth had. Also, I loved how catchy the name was! I eventually settled on the Northern Bee studio 80% superwash merino 20% nylon poison water yarn and purchased a 5mm crochet hook. I really appreciated Jo's kindness and expertise in crocheting and knitting. Definitely a must stop if you're in downtown!

We visited this charming shop and immediately noticed the interesting yarns and materials. It was a…read morevisual treat however the quilts that are being sold in there are works of art!! I'm so excited about my purchase!!! Please take a look at this store if you are in Anchorage you will be charmed like me!!