Cindy Shake Design

Cindy Shake Design Visual communications, including professional graphic design, illustration, textile design, and publ Ms.

Named American Marketing Association (AMA) Alaska "2014 Marketer of the Year," award-winning communications professional Cindy Shake is a versatile communications professional, team leader and graphic designer. Cindy earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Alaska Pacific University. Her marketing, development and design expertise are instrumental as the pr

incipal of a successful communications firm for over 25 years specializing in Tourism, Healthcare, Public Art, Alaska Native Corporations, Oil & Gas and Corporate Marketing Initiatives. Cindy’s creative spark, enthusiasm, business acumen, and experience working in various market sectors while understanding Alaska’s economic development opportunities make her an asset in diverse professional circles. After reviewing her nomination for Marketer of the Year, one of the AMA judges wrote, “In under a year, she has not only impacted her peers, clients, and executives at the corporate level, but has been influential in transforming perception of UMIAQ Professional Services in its industry. Shake is an excellent example of a marketing leader who can drive change to generate business and create an inspired culture.”

In addition to her communications profession, her sculptural works including a large-scale 1% Public Art installation is at the corner of Mt. View Drive and Bragaw, and at Chugach Optional Elementary School in Anchorage, Alaska. As a published author and illustrator of several books, her popular children's book "The Alaska Animal Alphabet" is in its 4th printing and is currently available throughout Alaska. The Alaska ABC Book and Shake's "Amazing Animal Alphabet" books were selected by Apple for inclusion in their iTunes store as iBooks. A line of Art Quilt Patterns, limited editions of The Alaska Animal Alphabet and Raven-themed 100% Cotton Batik fabrics designed by Cindy are available through the Quilted Raven in Anchorage.

Thought I recognized that fabric! 🥰🧵🪡🧵✂️ Get MAKING FRIENDS! This weather is perfect for indoor comfy crafty projects!
03/11/2026

Thought I recognized that fabric! 🥰🧵🪡🧵✂️ Get MAKING FRIENDS! This weather is perfect for indoor comfy crafty projects!

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY seeing one of my favorite patterns available at Cabin Fever! Start making and get friends! This is a...
03/09/2026

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY seeing one of my favorite patterns available at Cabin Fever! Start making and get friends! This is a fun and happy art quilt to get warn and cozy with 🧵🪡✂️

We caught a serious case mushing fever during the Iditarod ceremonial start yesterday on 4th Avenue in downtown Anchorage.

If you’ve got mushing fever too, we have a project that might be right for you.

This "Happy Husky" pattern was designed by Alaskan Cindy Shake, who makes Girdwood home. It's a great little project for a husky lover in your family.

Measuring just 14" x 14" you can probably finish it before the winner crosses the finish line in Nome.

You can find it here—>
https://www.cabinfeveralaska.com/product-page/happy-husky-howl-pattern

Oh how EXCITING is this?! My new Amazing Animal Alphabet fabric is here! There is even a STORY BOOK PANEL! > https://myf...
02/27/2026

Oh how EXCITING is this?! My new Amazing Animal Alphabet fabric is here! There is even a STORY BOOK PANEL! > https://myfavoritequiltstore.com/search?q=Amazing%20Animal%20Alphabet

"Amazing Alphabet by Cindy Shake Design is a joyful celebration of learning and imagination. This whimsical collection features playful letters, bright colors, and delightful characters that bring the alphabet to life. From bold stripes and cheerful stars to lively patterns filled with movement, each print captures the wonder of early discovery. Perfect for children’s quilts, nursery décor, and educational projects, Amazing Alphabet turns every stitch into a fun and creative adventure."

Patterns are the driving force of making.
02/06/2026

Patterns are the driving force of making.

Patterns are the driving force of making. We all fall in love with the beautiful photos of the designs, and our itch to make that cool new thing begins. Yarn companies produce yarn, fabric companies produce fabric, but after the makers buy the materials, they then need patterns to transform those stashes of wonderful fiber and textiles into finished items they treasure and gift to others.

Without patterns, there is no substance in the crafting industry. Yet creating those instructions for handmaking is a serious challenge.
Get these six expert tips for writing precise and effective patterns.

https://craftindustryalliance.org/s6-expert-tips-for-writing-precise-and-effective-patterns

Proud to be a and and no doubt there have been changes in the fabric market in Alaska and elsewhere. Patching the Fa...
02/04/2026

Proud to be a and and no doubt there have been changes in the fabric market in Alaska and elsewhere.

Patching the Fabric Hole
Local craft merchants replace a national chain
By Christi Foist

Joann Fabrics stores closing nationwide last spring was the latest rip in the tapestry of Alaska’s crafting community.

Designed for the Littles (and bigs!) by Cindy Shake the Let's Go Fishing on the River Spoonflower fabric activity panel!...
01/20/2026

Designed for the Littles (and bigs!) by Cindy Shake the Let's Go Fishing on the River Spoonflower fabric activity panel!
Available in fat quarter or full yard panel sizes (you choose the fabric!) and is printed with cut & sew salmon, river, trees and even fishing lures in the "water!" How fun is this?!
1. Cut, stuff and assemble fish
2.Trim river, add backing, binding or desired embellishments
3. Tie string to stick or dowel, select choice of fasteners for fish and end of string (magnets, paper clips, hook & loop/velcro, etc. for safety other age appropriate items may be used)
3. Toss fish in the river & go FISHING!
4. Roll up for another day on the river
We used both Petal Signature Cotton and a soft and cozy flannel for backing. Get crafty and add a quilt style border to the river panel or how about even SEQUINS on the fish?! Ooooo la-la! Here fishy, fishy!
https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/471348-lets-fishing-on-river-by-crowcreekcool?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExM3JSWThpMW5Ka2dKR2tHZ3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7iTNTRs-xVK3x_uSFV6ZQ5X54pLJIj8efyLrz53kPhuFzTzgHYcHh2875PRw_aem_QP9UHrG9qNlJaEatNt4fAg

Thought I'd share my Birch Tree fabric designs! I wanted to sew Birch "logs" for our cabin and designed a repeat of the ...
12/17/2025

Thought I'd share my Birch Tree fabric designs! I wanted to sew Birch "logs" for our cabin and designed a repeat of the birch tree bark pattern. I also designed some tree "slabs or end cuts" for the ends of my plushie "logs" as fat quarters. I've added the fabric to my Spoonflower shop for others who may want to sew Birch Tree Log plushies for play camp fires as soft toys, bolsters, cabin pillows or even pet toys! The 27x18 FQ is sized to use on Eco Canvas and the 27x18 FQ for Petal Cotton. Enjoy! https://www.spoonflower.com/collections/560314-birch-tree-by-crowcreekcool?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExUmltcnVJMVhIMjNyS2REcnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5_IxHb-fRGXDSSuaCj0aRvHz9RvRKCM5iH9qoF3nfJMI_9TOAWJopooixHlQ_aem_W99U3zKFdGDWcjcELf7P7w


Inspired to make some Spoonflower cut and sew plush dolls. I embellished Mermaid Queens with pearls and yarn hair for th...
11/30/2025

Inspired to make some Spoonflower cut and sew plush dolls. I embellished Mermaid Queens with pearls and yarn hair for the Merkings I just finished ✂️

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