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February 18, 2026

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Gemstone tree making is a handicraft practiced in Tubudan, San Remigio, Antique, where semi-precious stones like agate and jade are used to create decorative miniature trees. The process involves cutting stones into small pieces, shaping them into leaves, and attaching them to trunks and branches made of wires using a sealant. The trees are then coated with shellac or resin as finish, and are mounted on driftwood or larger stones for stability. The gemstone trees are not only decorative pieces and souvenirs, but are also featured in local festivals, contributing to the region’s economy. However, increasing demand for these trees ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

PAG-OBRA KANG BARUTO

Antique, Laua-an, Lindero

February 18, 2026

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Pag-obra kang Baruto, local term for traditional boat-making practiced in Barangay Lindero, Laua-an, Antique, where fishing is a primary source of livelihood. The process involves creating a wooden boat called “baruto” using local trees like tipolo and salung. The construction includes forming the hull, assembling its walls, and installing the motor and navigational components. Once complete, a ritual called “daga” is performed. The blood of a chicken is wiped around the boat as an offering to the spirits and unseen beings to ensure safe travels and blessings of good harvest. Despite its importance, the craft faces challenges as modern boats ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

PAGHABUL SA BAGTASON(LOOM WEAVING IN BAGTASON)

Antique, Bagtason, Bugasong

February 18, 2026

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Paghabul sa Bagtason, or loom weaving in Bagtason, is a weaving tradition practiced in Barangay Bagtason, Antique, believed to have been practiced since pre-Spanish times. The weaving process involves warping, rolling of threads, and carefully inserting each thread using bamboo tools. This work can take several days to complete. The woven cloth, hinabul, is made into a patadyong which can be used as an aboy-aboy (baby cradle), ampis (bathing wrap), a skirt, and more. Weaving takes place mainly from September to May, and weavers follow traditional beliefs, such as avoiding weaving on Tuesdays, Fridays, or during mourning, to ensure quality. ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

PABUOL –SUHOT/ PASUHOT

Antique, Maybato North, San Jose de Buenavista

February 18, 2026

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Pabuol-suhot is a traditional healing practice in Maybato North, San Jose, Antique. Originally came from a healer named Celestina, and the practice is now carried by her great-granddaughter, Alicia Serrano, who has been performing this for 76 years. The process involves using cotton balls, papaya stalks, lana or coconut oil, and fire. The procedure focuses on extracting insects from the ears and performing tu-ob, smoking the patient starting from the feet to the head. The practice does not charge any fixed fees, but instead accepts voluntary contributions known as pasanag. Pabuol-suhot is not only a livelihood but also a form ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

PAGRARA IT BANIG (BANIG MAKING)

Antique, Libertad

February 18, 2026

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Pagrara it banig (mat weaving) is a traditional practice in Libertad, Antique, where the bariw plant is used as the primary material for weaving. It is believed that this practice existed long before the Spaniards arrived. This intricate process consists of 14 steps: pagsasa, paghapnig, pagriras, pagbulad, pagpalpag, paglikid, pagbuntay, pagkulhad, pagkyupis, taytay, pagrara, sapay, hurip, and gutab. The practice has been passed down through generations, with elders teaching younger community members through observation and hands-on experience. Most elders believed that the best time to weave is during the rainy season, when the bariw plant is softer and easier to ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

TINALA NGA SISI

Barotac Nuevo, Guintas, Iloilo, Lanas, Palaciawan, Talisay, Tinorian

February 18, 2026

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Tinala nga sisi is a traditional practice of extracting the meat of the sisi (rock oysters) harvested from rocks during low-tides. These are then washed clean with seawater, then bottled in saltwater to maintain its freshness. These are sold immediately or cooked within the day to prevent spoilage. Tinala nga sisi is very affordable and sells out almost everyday, providing stable income for families engaging in this activity. However, fluctuating market demand as well as competition from other seafood options affect the practice as sisi has a very short shelf life. Pollution and habitat destruction also have adverse effects on ...

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