Walked into Farm North Yarn Company as a guy who knows absolutely nothing about yarn... and walked…read moreout feeling like I just got a masterclass. I went in to grab a gift for my wife, fully expecting to point at something and hope for the best. Instead, Ms. Kay took the time to walk me through different types of yarn, what they're used for, and even the kinds of projects they go into. She didn't just sell me yarn, she educated me... patiently. The shop itself is a great setup. Tons of options, great quality, and you can tell everything in there has a purpose. It's one of those places where people who know what they're doing can really get after it, and people like me don't feel completely lost. Bottom line, Ms. Kay is just a genuinely good human being. Friendly, knowledgeable, and runs a solid business. Highly recommend for anyone into crafts... or for husbands trying not to mess up a gift. #SupportLocal #SmallBusiness #Alaska #CraftLife #ShopLocal #MayorJacobs

service: friendly. one of the employees came up right away to see if i needed help…read more selection: good selection of yarns and colors. also had a lot of knitting tools and accessories. value: well priced.

Very knowledgeable and friendly, helpful staff. I drive from Fairbanks to get my Bernina sewing…read moremachine serviced here! They have a nice selection of quilting fabric and also wool for wool appliqué and specialty threads and notions and of course they are a Bernina dealership.

Just wanted to drop a note about how friendly and helpful the staff are at Seams Like Home…read more Someone always greets you when you enter and they can answer almost any question having to do with quilting or fabric. It's a beautiful store made even better by kind staff.

Came here looking for a softball bat bag, although the owner (Jim) didn't have what I needed, he…read morewas quite pleasant. He didn't make me feel awkward about asking questions, he gave me the name and address of places that would have what I was looking for. He also has a very cute pup in the store named Lady. His place is definitely somewhere I will be doing business with. Thanks Jim!

From the owner: Dooley's Athletic has been locally owned and operated in Anchorage, Alaska for over 25 years by…read morea lifelong Alaskan, Jim Dooley. It is their mission to be most competent and trusted supplier in the athletic equipment and sports apparel industry, providing proven products, dependable service and competitive pricing.

Working with Jon on a sweater design for my company. Extremely professional and expedient with…read moreemail responses as well as in person.

From the owner: Whether it's a team athletic uniform or a pen bearing your business logo, personalized apparel and…read moreproducts can help you get your message across. Stellar Designs, in Anchorage, offers a comprehensive assortment of more than 10,000 promotional products, making it one of Alaska's leading providers of custom merchandise. For more than 35 years, this company has been delivering high-quality products to its customers, alongside attentive customer care. You can also get a free quote online; the company keeps costs low with its factory direct competitive pricing. If you have any questions, give them a call at (907) 562-4248. A member of their friendly team will be happy to help you.

I was desperately at the last minute, looking to have T-shirts designed and banisters designed for…read morethe death of a State Trooper Curtis Worland, so the family could wear them for the start of the Iditarod as Musher Bridgett Watkins was carrying State Troopers ashes home to Nome with her and we wanted banister to hold when she arrived in Nome and at the start of the race. With only 5 days notice, I called around and explained why I needed them, asking if it was possible and if they could give the family a discount in price due to hardship. 2 places said No discount and because it was a rush order they were going to charge more. Not Blue Moose! Not only did they give us a discount, but they went out of there way to find us Curtis's favorite 2 colors to make the shirts in. Then to top it off, they designed the banners with the ALASKA state flag in the background designing it themselves with our approval. They worked overtime making all of this happen for us before the start of the Iditarod with a discounted rate to boot. The family of officer State Trooper Worland wants to Thank Blue Moose for their kindness and understanding in this most difficult time, we will be forever grateful and I definitely will use them again when needed.

Fast, friendly, professional, personal customer service. I couldn't be happier with their…read moreworkmanship and service.

I don't know if it's because the holidays are barely in the rear view mirror or what, but Joann's…read morewas an absolute mess and shelves were bare! I stopped by for thread; however, I walked the entire store because I'm always looking for inspiration. I felt like I was constantly stepping over things and shelves were bare throughout the store. Fabric cutting and cashiers are generally polite, and I was able to find what I needed and actually picked up some fabric on sale as well. While I don't go in very often, I'll wait a while longer to see if things get cleaned up and return to the once upon a time, neat and tidy that it use to be.

Selection is great for quilting cotton. Apparel fabric could be better. Good sales, fine service…read more There is a rude lady who rents a space inside for sewing machines and told me my machine was a bad one... Check your receipts. I have been over-charged for fabric three times now as of today. Twice at the cut counter, now I picked up 7 yards from online order when I ordered and paid for 10 yards.

Uncommunicative. Slow. They never returned my voicemail, and then when I called back and finally…read moregot someone, they passed me off to another sign shop with a single sentence e-mail. Really disappointed.

I went in there, to have some company hats embroidered. Not only did they go out of their way to…read morehelp me, they were very knowledgeable, nice, understanding and insightful. 10 out of 10. Even more excited to have some company shirts embroidered next time, looking forward to it. The Wizard of Oz of Logos and embroidering. Serigraphics, you had me at hello.

First time visiting this event, which consists of individual vendor stands set up throughout the…read moreDimond Center. For sale are ulus, carvings, jewelry, furs, and other examples of Native crafts. Each vendor identifies where he or she is from, which is a nice touch. The fair takes place during the week of the Iditarod start, so plan accordingly if you're interested in visiting. Most (if not all) vendors are cash only, but fortunately there are ATMs aplenty in the mall if you need one.

The Charlotte Jensen Native Arts Market is one of the best places in Alaska to buy authentic Native…read moreAlaskan made arts & crafts. Its essentially an annual craft fair that is part of the Fur Rondy in late February/March. If you're planning to visit Alaska for the first time and you are looking for something uniquely Alaskan, plan your trip to coincide with the Fur Rondy so you don't miss out on this once a year event. And bring lots and lots of cash! (Some vendors do accept credit cards, but not many.) Every year I could kick myself for not squirreling away more money so I could buy something really amazing. This year I missed out on a one-of-a-kind spotted seal and polar bear purse that made me want to weep. For $550 it makes Coach look like a wet paper bag. I also spied a one of a kind pair of spotted seal boots, also in the 500 dollar range, with a pile so deep and soft that I'm sure I would have had a footgasm every time I put them on if I could have afforded them. My sweetie was drooling over Aleut fisherman carvings of unparalleled craftsmanship. We also saw paintings and bronze statues that also made us regret not having put money aside this year. We did spring for some handmade beaded jewlery that incorporated Alaskan abalone, and porcupine quills and claws. I'm proud to wear jewlery that helps support our native crafts people and ensures that all parts of animals that are hunted are both consumed and perserved as art. Native peoples waste nothing of the animal and make some really amazing practical items as well as wearable art. I really enjoy the craft fair because you meet peoples from all over Alaska. The craft fair is also something of a social gathering. Many of the elders love to tell you their stories while you shop, so plan to stay a while and enjoy hearing stories you aren't likely to forget. Items you're likely to find at the craft fair and price ranges: beaded jewlery- $10-$500 fur items and pelts- $100 to the thousands... walrus ivory carvings and jewlery- $50 to the thousands... paintings and prints- $25- $1000 crocheted items- $10-$100 silver, gold, bronze, copper jewlery- $50-$600 winter & summer parky's- $500-$1000 hair adornments (beaded, shells, fur, etc)- $10-$300 handmade soaps/lotions- $3-$30 and much more....! Also, some of the days of the Craft Fair they also have Native Dancing demonstrations with various Native Alaskan nations represented. Check the annual Fur Rondy schedule for more details.