Alice Does Blogs

Studies show that nearly the same level of gender equality as other first world nations in that more than 50% of main and Mid-level managers are women and also women are more engaged in business - mainly in trade as there is no formal barriers for the Filipina to be the most she can be and this is something we should be proud of.   I am really honored to be part of the invited people to see the launch of the Great Women Brand which is formed by a group of women that have partnered with Tesoros handicrafts and ECHOsi Foundation in showcasing a lifestyle collection of textile products created by groups of women designers, product developers and lifestyle entrepreneurs that are also working with women weavers from various communities in the Philippines. They have different designs that are not only sold here in the Philippines but also abroad! Using the Philippine made materials such as the Pina abaca from the Bagobo Kinatkat and Maranao Langkit Embroidery ...

Growing up, I remember visiting a lot of town fiestas which features an array of colorful papier mache pieces of horses, dolls and my absolute favorite - Angels!  These actually originated in Paete, Laguna and they are called Taka. These are not just ordinary papier mache because these are made using hand carved wooden mold which Paete is also known for. And thankfully Mary Velmonte, a rising star in the Philippine advertising with a great passion for locally grown creations, together with her friends and fellow creatives Missy Galang and Claude Rodrigo Canete. Mary founded Takatak Project, a Manila-based initiative established to breathe new life into the traditional way of the Taka.  I was able to see some of the creations and I am really amazed that they looked really modern but still has that soft touch of tradition to it.  You can check these and also buy them at Tesoros!  Much Love!  xx Alice