SC Johnson's introduces Baygon, Glade, FamilyGuard, Mr. Muscle, Pledge, OFF, Kiwi, Ziploc on Shopee

A clean home is like heaven. It is always welcoming to come to a clean house. It takes a lot of effort to maintain and keep your house clean but it has its own advantages and perks. If you clean regularly and effectively, your house will always look as good as new. Hygienically, it is important to live in a clean house. 

House cleaning is a very challenging task that we all have to do at some time. The main motive of getting the place clean and organized is to make it inviting and most peaceful place to stay in and relax at the same time. 

Cleaning and organizing should be done as a ritual as staying in a disorganized and dirty house eludes a sense of chaos and discomfort. It is very important to keep some time aside for the cleaning rituals and you should also encourage your family members to help you to keep the house clean and comfortable.

SC Johnson, a leading and one of the most trusted manufacturers of household cleaning supplies is opening its door in e-commerce to reach more consumers and help more families in making life cleaner, easier and better by making quality products that work.

Today, they are launching their official SHOPEE Store by introducing the following brands and products.

Glade Automatic Primary - Ocean Escape Php399

This is definitely one of the greatest innovations from Glade. This battery-operated spray is modern, stylish, and fully automated. Place this anywhere inside your home for a better-smelling environment. It features different spray interval settings and it allows you to add more fragrance when needed with an EXTRA BOOST button. It comes in sand and in white color.

FamilyGuard Disinfectant Room & Multi-Surface Spray Aerosol Fragrance-Free 280ml Php259

This fragrance-free disinfectant spray can kill the virus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2), Flu, H1N1, and Influenza A It also disinfects the air, hard and soft surfaces, and has an antimicrobial action that eliminates odors from the source. Safe to use around pets and children.

Baygon Multi Insect Killer Kerosene-Based - 500ml Php285

We need household pesticides to kill or harm pests inside the house such as flies, cockroaches, and mosquitoes. Baygon Multi Insect Killer Kerosene-Based delivers a fast knockdown formula proven against multiple insect types. This will surely keep your family safe from insects and other pests that cause serious illnesses such as gastroenteritis, tuberculosis, malaria, dengue, and more.

Mr. Muscle All Purpose Cleaner 2L - Wild Lavender Php180

When used pure, it can kill 99% of common household germs. This product is ideal for floors, tiles, kitchen counters, sinks, and other washable surfaces. It comes in 6 great fragrances - Wild Lavender, Fresh Lemon, Floral Perfection, I Love You, Ocean Escape, and Morning Freshness.

Pledge Furniture Lemon - 330 ml Php269

There’s nothing more impressive than a home that gleams. Pledge® Furniture Polish improves the appearance of most hard surfaces by removing dust and fingerprints and providing a protective, glossy coating without leaving a waxy build-up. It picks up dust and dirt and effectively removes smudges and fingerprints. It polishes surfaces and leaves a film that protects against ordinary wear, water spills, and stains It can be used on furniture, cabinets, countertops, appliances, and doors, and auto interiors.

As an added treat, they are giving up to 25% off on SC Johnson's bundles. Just download the Shopee App for free from the App Store or Google Play.

Home violence during quarantine prompts launch of GBV campaign

With over half the world still in lockdown, four billion people are now sheltering at home from the global contagion of COVID-19. It’s a protective measure, but it brings with it another deadly danger—domestic violence against women. 

Even before COVID-19 existed, domestic violence was already one of the greatest human rights violations. In the previous 12 months, 243 million women and girls (aged 15-49) across the world have been subjected to sexual or physical violence by an intimate partner. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, this number is likely to grow with multiple impacts on women’s wellbeing, their sexual and reproductive health, their mental health, and their ability to participate and lead in the recovery of our societies and economy. 

Wide under-reporting of domestic and other forms of violence has previously made response and data gathering a challenge, with less than 40 percent of women who experience violence seeking the help of any sort of reporting the crime. Less than 10 percent of those women seeking help go to the police. 

“Government data shows that the number of cases of GBV and abuse reported to authorities declined during the first month and a half of COVID-19 lockdown measures,” said Danna Aduna of Lunas Collective, a feminist, inclusive chat service where people seeking support related to gender-based violence (GBV) and reproductive health can expect to be heard. “While these figures could mean a reduced prevalence of violence and abuse, it more likely points to something more worrisome--that victims are simply unable to report abuse, partly due to the quarantine measures themselves but also possibly due to their home setup. What this means is that it’s highly likely that the quarantine breeds situations that make it more difficult, if not impossible, for a victim-survivor to report crimes done against them.” 

In the Philippines, the National Demographic Health Survey 2017 released by the Philippine Statistics Authority revealed that one in four Filipino women has experienced physical, emotional, or sexual violence from their husband or partner. 

In the same survey, the top three perpetrators as reported by women who experienced/were experiencing GBV were revealed to be the victim’s current husband/partner (40%); former husband/partner (27%); or other relatives (8.9%). Additionally, an average of eight people a day have fallen victim to sexual assault in the country during the community quarantine according to data from the Philippine National Police.

It is this problematic situation where stay-at-home measures to reduce transmission of COVID-19 are potentially leading to unreported cases of GBV that has prompted the creation of FamiLigtas—a campaign that seeks to build awareness among women, children, gender non-conforming, and non-binary individuals, as well as the public, about GBV in the home. 

Keeping families safe from violence 

At its core, FamiLigtas seeks to educate and spread awareness about the reality of GBV within the family and the home. FamiLigtas works closely with Lunas Collective, offering psycho-social support and appropriate information for authorities and health facilities. Lunas understands that the pandemic has caused stress for a lot of Filipino families, and that this has exacerbated GBV situations for many others who are stuck at home, but Aduna was quick to point out the importance of disabusing GBV victim-survivors. “Any stressful situation is not an excuse for any kind of violence,” she said. 

For FamiLigtas, the concept of family extends beyond the home. This is why a big thrust of the campaign is to go beyond awareness and encourage help-seeking behavior by promoting other support systems in place within their local communities. 

“Gender-based violence starts at home, which is why protection should also start at home,” said Karen Davila, Filipino journalist and staunch advocate for women’s rights.

Shopee Welcomes Kris Aquino as its New Brand Ambassador for the 11.11 - 12.12 Big Christmas Sale

Shopee users can anticipate guest appearances from Kris Aquino on TV and Shopee Live, a special charity drive, and a brand-new TV commercial.

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, introduces the Queen of All Media, Kris Aquino, as its new brand ambassador for the Shopee 11.11 - 12.12 Big Christmas Sale. Together with Kris Aquino, Shopee celebrates the festive season with weeks full of exciting in-app games, a star-studded TV special, and tons of amazing deals and promos this Shopee 11.11 - 12.12 Big Christmas Sale. 

Martin Yu, Associate Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Christmas is the biggest holiday in the Philippines, and we are excited to kickstart the celebrations with Kris Aquino as our new brand ambassador. Having Kris Aquino join our Shopee family demonstrates our continuous efforts to reach our long-term vision of making e-commerce for everyone. We want to connect with our Filipino users on a deeper level and help them enjoy the benefits of e-commerce this Christmas season. We will continue to surprise and delight shoppers at the Shopee 11.11 - 12.12 Big Christmas Sale and invite everyone to join in the fun with us.” 



As the new brand ambassador, Kris Aquino will participate in a range of initiatives for the Shopee 11.11 - 12.12 Big Christmas Sale. Shoppers can look forward to the following: 

● Kris Aquino’s highly anticipated on-screen appearances on TV and Shopee Live


● Engaging and entertaining Kris Aquino Tiktok videos on Shopee official account


● Mini-games on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter where users can get the chance to win Shopee vouchers.


● Shopee themed Kris Aquino stickers on Instagram.


Shopee Bayanihan: Pamaskong Pambata


Additionally, Kris Aquino teams up with Shopee as the face of Shopee Bayanihan: Pamaskong Pambata. Together, they will help raise funds to support the Filipino youth’s health, education, and welfare through a digital charity sale, special live streams with leading brands, and user donations through the Shopee app. Partner organizations include PGH Medical Foundation, GMA Kapuso Foundation, FundLife, World Vision Philippines, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Mano Amiga, Young Focus Philippines, Save the Children, Project Pearls, Project SMILE, and Kythe Foundation.


Key highlights of the Shopee 11.11 - 12.12 Big Christmas Sale


From October 21 to December 12, shoppers can look forward to exciting games, amazing deals, and big discounts from leading brands.


● Unbeatable Christmas deals on Shopee: Users can enjoy free shipping with ₱0 minimum spend, daily 20% coins cashback on best treats like a Xiaomi 32-inch LED TV, a Dyson Cyclone Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, and Christmas baubles such as decorative ornaments and village nativity sets.


● ₱1 Deals: Consumers can expect ₱1 deals on selected items from various categories such as beauty, fashion, mobile, and stationery products.


● Exclusive deals from leading brands: Users can anticipate up to 70% off on 11.11’s leading brands such as Pampers, Nestle, Vivo, Globe, Havaianas, Unilever Beauty, Abbott, Garnier, realme, and Enfagrow.

Additionally, Closeup, Pond's, Lifebuoy, Dove, Creamsilk, TRESemmé, Colgate-Palmolive, Comfort, Nivea, ACE, Union Appliances, Kyowa, Patagonia Foods Philippines, Candy Corner, Inspi, Organic Official, Crown, Mikana, Shigetsu, Universal Robina Corporation, GSK - Sensodyne, and Goldriver Management (Beauti Drink Collaskin) will give out amazing deals. Shopee users can also enjoy fantastic promotions from brands like Spyder, SoFab!, Figlia, Herschel, Johnson & Johnson (Aveeno, Johnson's Baby, Modess, Neutrogena, Listerine), Garnier, Klean Kanteen, Nokia, and Robinson's Appliances.


Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

NOVUHAIR Petite Conversations with Cory Quirino

Love yourself just a little bit better. Be more aware. Be more diligent in choosing products that you will embrace as part of your health and beauty care. That’s the first step. But how? 

 

NOVUHAIR^®, nature’s answer to hair loss, partners with the country’s Health, Beauty & Wellness Icon Ms. Cory Quirino in spreading the brand’s advocacy campaign and reaching out to more Filipinos around the world in celebration of its 10th successful year in the market.

Look good, feel good! 

 

“With little acts of loving-kindness towards the self, you can achieve the perfect 10,” she emphasizes. “In order to look good, you have to feel good. And in order to feel good, you’ve got to look good. Start with self-love. Begin with self-care. Start with your hair.”

“There are hair treatment products in the market today that claim to be effective but their ingredients could contain chemicals that may prove harmful with long-term use,” she enthuses. “Choose natural. You deserve more. Go for the PERFECT 10!” she emphasizes.

 

Read more at Novuhair website - novuhair.com

 

Visit NOVUHAIR’s Facebook page @NovuhairOfficial and learn more practical ways on how to start loving yourself a little bit more - video episodes of Petite Conversations.

 

You deserve more. Go for the PERFECT 10! 

ANNELeash your GANDA with Vice Cosmetics' P195 products from Shopee

Last October 19, 2020 Vice Cosmetics' Ann Clutz Collection was exclusively launched at Shopee. The new cosmetic line features 7 different products for the eyes, lips, and face. As a treat to all the fans and customers, all products under this collection are further slashed by 4%. Offer good until October 22, 2020.

Let's take a look at what's in store for the customers old and new, curious and not.

Anne Clutz Gel Liner in Soft Lang, now P188

Original price : P195.00

Anne Clutz Gel Liner in Soft Lang Brown is a non-waterproof cosmetic for the eyes which creates a matte finish. It creates endless looks from dramatic wings, to smoky eyes. This retractable gel Liner has a smooth, "intenz" (intense) formulation. It is creamy and glides evenly along the lash line. Its ANNEmatched pigmentation and staying power allow you to create endless "lewks" (looks) that just won't budge!

Buy and earn 1 Shopee coin.

Anne Clutz Gel Liner in Intenz, now P188.00

Original price : P195.00

Anne Clutz Gel Liner in Intenz Black creates endless looks just like the retractable gel liner in Soft Lang Brown. Same with the other variant, it is smooth, creamy, and glides evenly along the lash line. This product is non-waterproof yet features an ANNEmatched pigmentation and staying power that create endless looks that won't budge. 

Buy and earn 1 Shopee coin.

Anne Clutz Lip Glozzz, now P188.00

Original price : P195.00

Anne Clutz Lip Glozzz is a clear, high-shine gloss that glides effortlessly on the lips. This long-lasting, minty formula gives the lips maximum juiciness, without the sticky feel, para sa ANNEstoppable Ganda!

Buy and earn 1 Shopee coin.

Anne Clutz Phenomenal Velvet Liquid Lipstick in Budol, now P188.00

Original price : P195.00

Anne Clutz Phenomenal Velvet Liquid Lipstick in Budol is the most phenomenal, most magaANNE (lightweight) velvet formula, in 2 new, limited edition shades. This flexible formula enriched with various natural oils melts into your lips, giving them a soft-blur effect. Apply as a typical liquid lipstick for full pigment, or blend out for an ombre lewk na soft lang. It creates a creme finish.

Vice Co x Anne Clutz PR Kit, now P1880.00

Original price : P1950.00

ANNEleash your Ganda with this limited edition Vice Co. x Anne Clutz PR Kit! It comes with complete full face products: (1) Eyeshadow Palette, (1) Face Palette, (1) Lip Glozzz, (2) Soft Matte Lipsticks, (2) Phenomenal Velvet Lipsticks, and (2) Gel Eyeliners. PalabANNE yorn!

Buy and earn 18 Shopee coins.

Tip to save more and earn more gANNEda points :

Hunt and claim for shop vouchers from Vice Cosmetics Official Shopee Store. There's P40.00 off for every purchase worth P500.00 and P75 off (10%) for every P750.00 worth of products bought. Shop vouchers are valid until 31 Occtober, 2020. Take advantage of the FREE shipping for purchases P500.00 and up. 

Want more savings and treats?

Download the Shopee app for free from the App Store or Google Play and shop at the comfort of your own home. 

Xiaomi brings Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T to The Philippines

Starting from PHP 19,990, Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T offer impressive cameras, AdaptiveSync display, powerful processor and long-lasting battery  

Mi Fans and consumers who purchase Mi 10T Pro or Mi 10T will be entitled for premium services** including a 24-month warranty and Screen Protection Guarantee

Mi Watch will also arrive in The Philippines on a later date

Xiaomi announced the Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T in The Philippines. The flagship Mi 10T Pro takes creating and exploring to the next level, with unmatched specs in its class. Mi 10T continues to push boundaries, delivering top-notch experiences for everyone from working professionals to streaming enthusiasts and mobile gamers.

Priced at PHP 19,990 for Mi 10T and PHP 24,990 for Mi 10T Pro, the flagship models are amongst the best-in-class high-performance smartphones. 

Along with the local announcement of the two smartphones, Xiaomi’s very first smartwatch, Mi Watch, and Mi 65W Fast Charger with GaN tech were also introduced into the Filippino market, further expanding the brand’s range of technologically advanced IoT-connected smart hardware products.

Mark Li, General Manager of The Philippines, Xiaomi, announced Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T, and said, “Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T were born to be wonderful in all aspects; they are next-level 5G flagship devices designed to shake up the status quo in the global flagship smartphone market with their premium specs and accessible pricing points. Their uncompromised performance, elegant design, and innovative capability once again demonstrate Xiaomi’s commitment to offering Filippino customers and Mi Fans superior user experiences and empower their creativity.”

Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T: Taking mobile creativity and exploration to the next level

 

Continuing Xiaomi’s category-defining ultra-high resolution legacy 

Xiaomi played a pivotal role in defining the 108MP camera segment – from debuting the world’s first 108MP smartphone camera to introducing countless photography software innovations in the past year alone. Mi 10T Pro continues the brand’s ultra-high resolution legacy with OIS and 8K video support. Mi 10T offers an impressive 64MP main camera. Both Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T offer a triple camera setup with a 13MP ultra wide-angle camera, 5MP macro camera and a 20MP front camera.

Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T also flaunt new and dynamic photography software features. Six standalone Long exposure modes let anyone capture artsy shots, from Moving crowd – which focuses on an idle subject while blurring dynamic surroundings – to Star trails – which creates a swirling starry sky effect. Photo Clones captures four of you in a single shot. Plus, Timed burst feature offers endless opportunities for fun, allowing users to set up photos with a time gap that can also be converted into video, while three new photo filters – Cyberpunk, Gold vibes and Black ice – help bring the desired mood to life. 

Pushing the boundaries even further, Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T also offer compelling new video features. Video Clones capture “two selves” in one video, while Dual Video can record from the device’s front and back cameras simultaneously. Finally, Time-lapse selfie video lets users create a fast-forward effect for more engaging vlogs. 

 

A smooth future with 144Hz AdaptiveSync TrueColor display

Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T feature one of the best flat displays available in any smartphone today, with an industry-leading 144Hz refresh rate to boot. Xiaomi’s AdaptiveSync display automatically matches the content’s frame rate, from enjoying your favorite movie at 48Hz to watching TV series at 50Hz, from streaming video at 30Hz or 60Hz to scrolling social media feeds or gaming at up to 144Hz – it guarantees a smooth experience and optimum battery usage. And with Motion Estimation, Motion Compensation (MEMC) technology, the devices insert more frames to make video smoother and better viewing.

With a P3 color gamut and TrueColor, the display offers extremely wide range and accurate colors. Reading mode 3.0 simulates a paper texture to protect your eyes, while Sunlight display 3.0 automatically enhances contrast and adjusts dynamic color saturation outdoors. With a 360° ambient light sensor built in, the screen can intelligently adjust brightness – even in backlit conditions. 

 

Power your creative genius and get your game on with Qualcomm^® Snapdragon 865™ 

Anchored by the flagship Qualcomm^® Snapdragon™ 865, Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T offer extreme power efficiency, performance, and 5G connectivity. Xiaomi packed in a wide range of 5G bands, ensuring compatibility with more networks in more locations than before.

Users will also experience desktop level gaming thanks to the Qualcomm^® Adreno™ 650 GPU. Together with UFS3.1 and LPDDR5, the devices tout the industry-leading smartphone ROM and RAM available today. 

Massive 5,000mAh (typ) battery with added features to keep you powered up all day

Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T boast one of Xiaomi’s biggest flagship series batteries: a massive 5,000mAh (typ). With battery power optimization technology baked in, the smartphones release more power for longer battery life. When a juice up is needed, no one will miss a beat thanks to MMT (Middle middle tab) technology and an exceptionally fast and uniquely designed 33W wired charging process – made even more convenient by the included 33W charger. 

 

Sales Info of Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro

Mi 10T will be initially available in two colors, Lunar Silver and Cosmic Black, whereas Mi 10T Pro will be available in three colors, Aurora Blue, Lunar Silver and Cosmic Black. 

Starting from October 16, Mi 10T will be retailed at PHP 19,990 for 6GB + 128GB variant and at PHP 20,990 for 8GB + 128GB variant, whereas Mi 10T Pro at PHP 24,990 for 8GB + 256GB variant. 

As part of the first sale on Lazada on October 16, a flash sale campaign will be held starting from 00:00. 6GB + 128GB variant of Mi 10T will be available at PHP 17,990, a drop from PHP 19,990; and 8GB + 256GB variant of Mi 10T Pro will be available at PHP 24,990 and each buyer of this product will receive a FREE set of Premium Speaker Gift* which is worth PHP 1,399. Additional vouchers of PHP 1,000 in limited quantity will also be given to consumers of Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro.

At the official online store on Shopee, Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T will be available for purchase starting from October 23.

Pre-order: these new smartphones will be available for pre-order at official offline channels from October 16 to 22:

 

Product	Offline Platform	Free gifts* (per purchase of one unit)
Mi 10T Pro	Authorized Mi Stores	Mi Electric Scooter Essential (PHP 14,990) or Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic + Premium Speaker Gift Set (PHP 5,000)
Mi 10T Pro &  Mi 10T	Authorized Mi Zones	Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic + Premium Speaker Gift Set (PHP 5,000)

*Gifts come in limited units and are on a first-come-first-served basis only. 

Standard terms and conditions apply.

 

In addition, each buyer of Mi 10T Pro and Mi 10T will be given: 

●      a six-month Netflix mobile subscription as a complimentary gift, with which users will be able to binge-watch their favorite shows on their new smartphones, and 

●      **Premium Services which include a 24-month local warranty plus a single accidental damage coverage on the screen within 6 months of purchase from October 16, 2020, to December 31, 2021. Standard terms and conditions apply.

Mi Watch: Empower an active life with styles and features to love

Making its debut, Mi Watch is Xiaomi’s very first smartwatch model for the global market. As a brand new addition to Xiaomi’s wearable product lineup, Mi Watch is made to empower active lifestyles of all kinds. 

Featuring a 1.39’’ bright AMOLED panel and a dedicated sports button on the side, Mi Watch provides users instant access to a smorgasbord of 117 exercise modes. To comprehensively oversight one's health, it packs six different sensors and GPS to offer key health metrics and environmental data, for example, heart rate, blood oxygen level, and air pressure. The device is ultra light-weight and long-lasting – perfect for continuous everyday use. After only two hours of charging, it offers an outstanding 16 days of battery life. Additionally, Mi Watch supports an array of features including over 100 watch faces, camera remote function, native emojis on notifications, voice control, and more. 

Mi Watch will arrive in The Philippines at a later stage when its price and sales channels will be announced.

 

Mi 65W Fast Charger with GaN tech

To keep up with your power needs, Xiaomi also launched Mi 65W Fast Charger with GaN tech. Packing a powerful punch into a compact design that is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, Mi 65W Fast Charger is able to swiftly charge your smartphone, laptop, and game console. Starting at a recommended retail price of PHP 1,399, Mi 65W Fast Charger will be available for purchase on October 23.

Likhang HABI Market Fair goes online for the first time to support the local weaving industry:

Driven by its advocacy to preserve and promote the local textile industry, HABI: The Philippine Textile Council continues to provide platforms for local weavers to showcase their work to more people. 

This year, in keeping with the times, the Likhang HABI Market Fair is going online for the first time at www.shophabifair.com from October 21 to 27. The annual trade fair used to be held at the Glorietta Activity Center.

 

“Since we are not allowed to gather in large groups because of the pandemic, the online edition of the Likhang HABI Market Fair is our way of helping to sustain the local weaving economy,” says HABI president Adelaida Lim. “And we urge our HABI friends to join us in this endeavor.”

 

A pioneer in artisan fairs and local textile advocacy, the Likhang HABI Online Market Fair will showcase sustainable and ethical fashion and lifestyle products from over 30 merchants representing various weaving communities from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. 

 

Since 2009, HABI has been providing traditional weavers and local weaving communities platforms to further enhance their skills in creative design and modern marketing by exchanging ideas with consumers, designers, and traders. The Likhang HABI Market Fair allows them to innovate and to level up to modern trends.

 

“There are many beautiful fabrics from the different areas in our country. One of our main goals at HABI is to make sure that our traditional textiles will still be a part of our modern lifestyle as we transition to the new normal,” says HABI chairperson Maribel Ongpin. 

 

HABI also continues its long-term commitment and advocacy of reviving the use of pure Philippine cotton, a fiber that is very much a part of the Filipino culture. HABI has partnered with the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PHILFIDA) to give our local farmer with cotton seeds and threads for its Cotton Adoption Project to encourage more weavers to use pure cotton in their products. 

 

Learn with HABI

 

Aside from the online trade fair, there will also be a series of webinars and a four-day online summit in line with HABI’s mission to promote Filipino culture and heritage.

 

For this year, HABI is supporting Nayong Pilipino for Mga Hibla ng Pamana: A Summit on Weaving as Intangible Cultural Heritage. The four-day online summit aims to discuss how different sectors in the country are coming together to protect and conserve traditional weaving practices and traditions.

 

HABI is also collaborating with CulturAid, Kularts, House of Gongs, and Museo ng Muntinlupa to present the first-ever international Voices from the Field Program that will feature a series of webinars on the topic of Filipino Identity and Contemporary Cultural Practice in the Philippines and the Diaspora.  This webinar series aims to bridge interdisciplinary voices and encourage dialogue to better understand how our varied experiences as Filipinos have shaped the way we think, move, and learn. For the complete schedule of talks and webinars, please follow www.facebook.com/HABIThePhilippineTextileCouncil and @habifair on Instagram.

 

Aside from the webinars, the latest work of Philippine textile experts Dr. Norma Respicio and Gayle Zialcita, “Weaving Ways: Filipino Styles and Techniques” will also be available at the online fair. The book discusses the different weaving communities in the Philippines, their history and traditions, and the different weaving styles and techniques of Filipino weavers. 

 

3rd Lourdes Montinola Piña Prize

 

Another highlight of the annual Likhang HABI Market Fair is the Lourdes Montinola Piña Weaving Competition. Now in its third year, this competition recognizes exceptional craftsmanship and mastery of the delicate process of turning pineapple threads into works of art. 

 

The competition is open to all Filipino artisans who weave, dye, embroider or embellish piña. Interested participants can submit their entries until October 15. 

 

“The competition has encouraged us greatly over the years because it brings out new talent and revives old techniques. So, we always look forward to the surprises that this competition will bring,” says Adelaida Lim. 

 

The judges for the 3rd Lourdes Montinola Piña Weaving Competition are Filipino fashion designers Leslie Mobo and Len Cabili, and piña textile expert and food historian Felice Sta. Maria.

 

For more information on Likhang HABI Online Market Fair, the series of webinars, and other HABI advocacies, please visit www.habitextilecouncil.ph or follow www.facebook.com/HabiThePhilTextileCouncil and Instagram @habifair.

About HABI: The Philippine Textile Council:

HABI the Philippine Textile Council will preserve, promote, and enhance Philippine Textiles through education, communication, and research using public and private resources. We are all about sustaining weaving communities all over the country.