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Alaska Yarn Stores

Whether you live in Alaska or are just planning a visit, don't miss the local yarn stores.
The Bead Shoppe
Who would have thought a bead shop would be the place for yarn, but the people who run The Bead Shoppe also have a yarn shop next door to their store in Ketchikan, Alaska.
Memories and More
This scrapbooking and yarn store in Fairbanks, Alaska, stocks more than 70 types of yarn as well as being a one-stop shop for paper crafters.
A Weaver's Yarn
This shop in Fairbanks is chock full of fabulous supplies for knitters, spinners and needlework enthusiasts. It's a wonderful place to buy spinning wheels and looms and is proud to serve knitters in the Alaskan bush.
A Flying Skein
Located in Seward, A Flying Skein sells a variety of yarns and knitting and crochet accessories. They offer a collection of books, magazines and patterns and have classes in learning to knit and crochet.
Changing Threads
A great place for quilters, knitters, and cross stitch and needlepoint lovers, this shop in Skagway sells Alaska-themed fabric as well as specialty yarn (Alaskan musk ox, in particular) and gifts made by local artisans.
The Rushin' Tailor
Located in Skagway, this store is mostly a quilting store, but it also offers some interesting fiber crafts and sells musk ox yarn.
Birch Tree Gallery
This gallery and gift shop in Soldotna is a wonderful source for local art and pottery, as well as yarn and knitwear. The shop has a good selection of basic wools, mohair, cotton, silk and sock yarn.

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