I took an alcohol ink class here and really enjoyed myself. It is a small studio tucked away in…read moreSpenard. There was four of us so it was nice and intimate and a lot of interaction with our teacher unlike other painting companies in town. Alcohol ink was new to me, but I'm fairly pleased with my outcome! The host was vibrant, talkative and engaging. She let us play and test the waters with the inks before diving right in to create our masterpiece. She offers so many different classes; alcohol ink, wood burning, water color, acrylics, terrarium building, succulent classes. I really look forward to joining in on another class. The wood burning in particular sounds fun! Price range is $50-60 which is about average. It's totally worth it to me because of the smaller class size and intimate atmosphere about it. Did I mention it was a sip and paint?! Yep! She provides snacks and wine! I divulged in the Moscato :)

I am giving this company another review as the owner contacted me on Sept 4th and apologized…read moreprofusely about the Alaska State painting. She indicated that the instructor was new and she was hesitant to utilize her again after that event. She did give me a full reimbursement and extended the invitation to give the studio another try. I have not yet went back as I have recently returned from vacation, but I will. Honestly, just having the owner make contact and offer as well as comply with a full reimbursement speaks volumes. There could be a lot of other ways this was handled but I think the owner did it right.

this place is the coolest, i made a set of stained glass cactuses! they are excellent teachers and…read moreexcellent artists, highly recommend.

Autumn can you please get ahold of me 903-9566. I know the studio is closed and all. But I had my…read moredogs paw print mug done last year and I'm really really really desperate to get it back. She was my best friend. Please please call me, ill give you 100 extra. Like ill pay even more than that. Please :(

I've taken several classes with Julie. I love that there's something so fun and full of variety…read moreright here in the heart of Spenard! She also does off site paintings throughout Anchorage and Eagle River. I enjoy the various crafts and projects available. There is literally something for everyone at Julie's studio. Classes available that I haven't done are furniture upcycle, wooden layered paintings, large resin projects, etc.

Julie is a great teacher. Her projects are beautiful and fun to create. I look forward to see…read morewhat new projects she crates to do.

This coffee house is located on the corner of 6th Ave, next to House of Gumbo…read more Wild Starr offers a wide variety of espresso, espresso products and accessories. The only two workers, are also the owners. Kind, welcoming, hard working. The Cafe part of the space was warm and cozy and decorated lovely for the Christmas holiday. They had a Christmas movie playing to further set the mood. We were visiting to try out Wild Starr's famous charcuterie bar. We were able to order a board/box online and pick it up in store on Christmas Eve. As Anchorage gets more and more charcuterie businesses, the costs of boards just seem to increase. Here, you can get very quality charcuterie at affordable prices. They even give you the option to add onto your board. You're welcome! Wild Starr's space is very large. Outside of the main cafe area, is a party room that is heavily used for creative events and parties and is available to rent. I can't wait to return!

Great açaí bowl with fresh fruit and yummy matcha latte. My only critique would be that the…read more containers they serve they açaí in is not sufficient. It's too small and impossible to eat without spilling yummy fruit and coconut all over the table and floor. A larger bowl would be easier to eat with and enjoy!

I am always impressed with this place. Their selections are beautiful, their staff are well…read moreinformed and helpful, and I've repeatedly been thrilled with the items I and my family have painted. Thank you for continuing to offer Alaska a beautiful space to be creative and artistic!

Went here yesterday with my 7 year old daughter, my dad, and step mom. We called ahead and spoke…read morewith Hannah, who told us she would reserve a table for us as it was a busy Saturday. After getting lost in traffic (maps will take you to the Dimond mall even though it's next to House of Bread) she called us to check in and still kept our table for us. What a fun activity on a rainy day, and to be honest, I wouldn't even do this type of thing, but the ladies working here made it for me. They were so joyful, helpful, sweet and fun, it really made the whole experience. Go do something different and unwind! PS: my mug + my daughters horse came to $59 plus a $10 tip, so $69 total, which feels a little steep for the two of us to go do a craft. Wish it was something we could do more often, but nonetheless it was a good time and unique!

I have taken 3 classes here and each one has been so fun! You don't have to be super-crafty or…read morecreative either. Perfect for beginners and skilled people alike. Darcel walks through every step of the process and makes sure you leave with a creation you can be proud of. Also, she GENEROUSLY opens her facility to the public for craft nights on Friday evenings. I cannot recommend this place enough.

We just finished our first needle felted class here…read more What a wonderful space and a prime location off Dimond. The owner and the primary instructor is a great teacher and I am already excited to figure out which class I am going to take next! We learned that there are going to be guest teachers at this space as well. They offer needle felting, welt felting, crochet, knitting, macrame... Basically the sky's the limit! There is an open studio on Friday to come and learn from other artists. This is truly a gem for Anchorage.

Fun Date Night with the wife, All we had to do was show up! Highly recommended for all ages!read more

Sara is just fantastic. We hired her to come out for our…read moredaughters birthdayparty with some friends from school. Omg just amazing!! She was professional, really affordable, well organized, had great punctuality, was amazing with the kids.

This was me a wife's first time ever at this bar and I can honestly say it'll be our last. Besides…read morethe $20 entrance fee and SUPER expensive drinks ($25 for a vodka Red Bull) I was extremely uncomfortable and honestly felt violated when the bouncers came into the bathroom and told me I had to leave while I was peeing. They proceeded to push me towards/out the door and wouldn't tell me why. All they told me was that the bartender had cut me off but I had only purchased two drinks so I was extremely confused. I would understand if I was falling all over the place or making a scene but I wasn't. There were people throwing up in the bathroom and shaking ass on the dance floor yet for some reason me and my wife got thrown out. Save your money and go somewhere else it's not worth paying all that money to get "randomly selected" to get thrown out.

lousy communication.............no one covers the phones!!!! poor business manners. guess ill…read moremiss the fund raiser today for the village