Pilipinas Word Tapestries

The display of the Philippine flag is symbolic of the struggles and sacrifices of Filipino heroes who chose to fight for freedom and independence. The Flag was made of silk. The Sun represent the first eight provinces that revolted against Spain.

Baybayin is a Philippine script. The script is an abugida belonging to the family of the Brahmic scripts. Geographically,it was widely used in Luzon and other parts of the Philippines prior to and during the 16th and 17th centuries before being replaced by the Latin alphabet during the period of Spanish colonization. This Philippine design with Pre-Colonial Baybayin script is the Perfect gift for any Filipinos or Pinoy at heart.

Whang-Od Oggay,the most prominent figure in kalinga province,is known to be the oldest and last living mambabatok. Apo Whang-Od started tattoing Butbut warriors as early as 15 years old. Though the warriors have already ceased existence, Whang-od still performs the tradition to the interested tourists who come all the way from Manila as far as the United States. With her experience and efforts in preserving this tradition culture,Apo Whang-od was nominated for a National Living Treasures Award,an award given to people or artist with significant contributions to intangible cultural heritage in the Philippines. Whang-Od is recognized as the last mambabatok because in the past mambabatoks can only train within their bloodline.

The display of the Philippine flag is symbolic of the struggles and sacrifices of Filipino heroes who chose to fight for freedom and independence. The Flag was made of silk. The Sun represent the first eight provinces that revolted against Spain. The Three stars stand for the three big islands of the Philippines,namely Luzon,Visayas and Mindanao.

"I die without seeing dawn's light shining on my country..You,who will see it,welcome it for me..don't forget those who fell during the nighttime". -Dr.Jose Rizal

mumshie pinay word means mother

This phrase translates as "Sleep-Deprived, Hungry, But Still Fresh" it's a humorous take on those days when you've burned the midnight oil, skipped a meal, yet still manage to look and feel fresh!