Hands of Lake Sebu

T'nalak Weaving

The intricate art of transforming abaca fibers into patterned textiles.

• Sebulan Dulay — Master T'nalak weaver, carrying decades of traditional weaving knowledge.
• Charlie Aman Dulay — T'nalak weaver creating traditional textiles and contemporary textile pieces.
• Maria S. Dulay — Artist specializing in T'nalak weaving and traditional textile embellishment.

Loom Weaving

Creating colorful fabrics, traditional garments, and textiles through skilled handloom techniques.

• Lorna Menson — Weaver of traditional malong, scarves, and handwoven textiles.
• Michelle Tandayan — Loom weaver creating malong, scarves, and traditional cloth.

Traditional Embellishment & Embroidery

Decorating garments with intricate hand-applied designs and traditional techniques.

• Marlyn Buka Ata — Artisan specializing in Temno Bentilas, the traditional art of sequin embellishment.
• Jovina Dulay — Creator of traditionally embellished Tboli blouses.
• Tita Dulay — Artisan practicing traditional textile embroidery and garment embellishment.

Beadwork & Adornment

Handcrafting intricate jewelry and accessories that express Tboli identity and artistry.

• Jessica Estolloso Nalon — Bead artist known for embellished traditional suwat combs and beaded accessories.
• Jeanilyn Dulay — Creator of intricate beaded necklaces, belts, bracelets, and earrings.
• Anita Dulay — Bead artisan specializing in traditional jewelry and accessories.
• Elizabeth Blunto — Bead artist crafting traditional necklaces, belts, and ornaments.

Traditional Braiding (Mdu)

An intricate art of hand-braiding materials into delicate jewelry and personal adornments.

• Marina Ambol Sagaw — Mdu artisan creating handcrafted braided necklaces and earrings.
• Rosebell Ungkal — Mdu artisan specializing in braided jewelry and traditional accessories.

Traditional Mat & Basket Weaving

Transforming natural materials into functional objects through generations of weaving knowledge.

• Linaw Dulay — Artisan practicing traditional mat weaving and T'nalak weaving.
• Sendunen Lumbay — Weaver of traditional mats and baskets.

Brass Casting (Temwel)

Shaping molten metal into intricate objects and ornaments using traditional casting techniques.

• Funjing Blunto — Brass caster creating traditional jewelry, ornaments, and decorative objects.
• Maning Blunto — Brass artisan crafting traditional bells, buckles, rings, and metal accessories.

Woodcarving & Traditional Objects

Transforming wood into intricate forms, musical instruments, and cultural objects.

• Rudy Dasan — Woodcarver creating traditional musical instruments, decorative pieces, and handcrafted objects.
• Franco Dasan — Woodcarver specializing in detailed designs, musical instruments, and commissioned works.
• Orlando Langgong — Woodcarver crafting traditional instruments, utensils, and decorative objects.
• Deiry Bert Ungkal — Artisan specializing in Mo Swat, the traditional making of wooden combs.