FilTrip

Warp and Weft: Preserving our Looms

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Carmina and Patch “thread the needle” about the Philippines’ rich textile and weaving heritage. From the South to the North, they discover how indigenous people from all over the country reflect their pre-colonial history, way of life, spiritual beliefs, and customs in the fabrics they weave. Listen in as they discuss the immense creativity and complexity required of various weaving techniques…