Discovering the bobbin lace makers of Santa Barbara, Iloilo

Discovering the bobbin lace makers of Santa Barbara, Iloilo

Traveling across the Philippines can be a gateway to discovering the country’s vast pool of talents in creating crafts and heritage arts. From the intricate weaves of the Ifugao to the colorful inaul cloth of Maguindanao and countless others, each piece tells a story of tradition and identity, passed down through generations. In a laidback town in Iloilo province, amid the peaceful, small-town vibe of Santa Barbara, a group of women gather aroun…