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Driven by its advocacy to preserve, promote and enhance the textile industry, HABI The Philippine Textile Council continues its programs in reviving our traditional textiles such as pure Philippine cotton and make it part of our modern lifestyle.

Why Isinay Weaving Is Worth Every Thread

July 28, 2026 HABI

Contributor: Jeannie Laccay of Aruga Handwovens She Didn't Know Her People Were Weavers. Now She's Helping Revive an Entire Tradition. By chance, a mother's hobby became a movement to...

From Two Weavers to a Living Tradition

July 28, 2026 HABI

Contributor: Catherine “Therine” Diquit of Likhang Maragondon At Likhang Maragondon, every textile begins with a promise: "Heritage in your hands, crafted with purpose." That promise is rooted in...

How Product Tagging Helps Preserve the Stories Behind Filipino Weaves

July 1, 2026 HABI

Contributors: Monica Madrigal, Ditta Sandico and Lulu Tan-Gan A woven piece is more than just a beautiful pattern, texture, or design. Behind every thread is a story. A story...

Panganiban Weavers Create Exclusive IPOPHL Designs

May 26, 2026 HABI

The Panganiban Weavers Association took another meaningful step forward during their Advanced Handloom Weaving Training as they learned to create weaving patterns. These designs are exclusively developed by DOST-PTRI for...

Advanced Handloom Weaving Training with DOST-PTRI in Catanduanes

May 26, 2026 HABI

As part of their Guided Practice Training homework from Ms. Gayle Zialcita, the Panganiban Weavers Association completed their weaving exercises and design outputs that showcased the knowledge and techniques they...

Abaca Weaving Training Resumes in Panganiban, Catanduanes

March 12, 2026 HABI

After months of delay due to last year’s typhoon, the Abaca Weaving Training in Panganiban, Catanduanes, finally resumed in February 2026, providing local abaca weavers with valuable skills and knowledge...