Journal

The Malong

The malong is one of the most well-known and widely-used textiles produced by the weavers of Mindanao. As both weavers and enthusiasts alike contin...

The Yakan Saputangan: A Showcase of Skill, A Kaleidoscope of Colors

The Yakan are one of the indigenous groups in the Philippines who have a long tradition of weaving and their handwoven textiles are notable for the...

Abra: The Natural Dye Capital of the Philippines

Abra, located in northern Luzon of the Philippines, is referred to as the “Natural Dye Capital of the Philippines” for its abundance of natural dye...

The Woven Bags of the Cordillera

The mountains of the Cordillera region in the Philippines are a sight to behold. Cool streams wind through rolling hills and stately trees. Lush ri...

Messages from the Past

MESSAGES—It’s not often you find messages from your ancestors directly to you and your children. I remember my husband mentioning to me that his gr...

The Weaving of Kalinga

The province of Kalinga is one of the many places in the Philippines where the practice of traditional backstrap loom weaving not only survives but...

The Hand Embroidery of Lumban

The Tagalog word for embroidery is burda (pronunciation: boor-DA). It refers to both the activity (pagbuburda) and the product. But in the town of ...

The Inabel of Ilocos: Woven Cloth for Everyday

The inabel is one of the many prides of the Ilocos region in the Philippines. “Abel” is the Ilocano word for weave, and “inabel” can be interpreted...

Baybayin: The Ancient Filipino Script Lives On

Baybayin is one of the precolonial writing systems used by early Filipinos. The term “baybayin” comes from the Tagalog root word baybay, which mean...

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NARRA STUDIO is a new social enterprise and cultural shop featuring a curated collection of clothing, accessories, and objects that highlight artis...

The Tboli Brass Casting Tradition

The T’boli’s brass casting tradition is held in high regard for their exquisite accessories and objects made of brass, such as bells, rings, neckla...

Weaving Communities in Mindanao

Join us in learning more about weaving communities in Mindanao, Philippines. Weaving of the Manobo, Bagobo, Kulaman, Mandaya, B'laan, T'boli, Maran...