Amakehs Designs
Kwey! I'm Shayna from Bilijk, NB, along the Wolastoq. I am the proud owner of Skoden Hair Ties & Amakehs Designs (named after my daughter Amakehs ‘Pisuni Nehsewon’ Louise: Medicine breath of life: one who heals our breath of life for our first language)
My journey with ribbon skirts began in 2019, when I attended a ribbon skirt class taught by a fellow community member. That experience then sparked my passion. However, it wasn't until the birth of my daughter in 2022 that I truly embraced this craft. This is when my most popular item “The Overall Ribbon Dress” flourished!
Growing up, I didn't know much about my culture, but now, I'm dedicated to ensuring my daughter understands and cherishes her heritage. Through Amakehs Designs, I create each order with the hope that she, and others, will be proud of who they are and recognize the strength and beauty of our traditions. I see my work is a celebration of identity, resilience, and cultural pride.
Amakehs Designs is an Indigenous-owned fashion and sewing business based in Bilijk (Kingsclear FirstNation), New Brunswick. Amakehs Designs blends traditional Indigenous craftsmanship with modern fashion to create meaningful, wearable art that tells stories and connects generations.
Specializing in ribbon skirts, regalia, children's wear, accessories, and custom pieces, Amakehs Designs is renowned for its signature Overall Ribbon Dress and distinctive, handcrafted items, such as Skoden Hair Ties.