Group 5 Flashcards
a sacred, traditional hand-woven cloth by
the T’boli Tribe in the Cotabato Region.
- The weaving process, passed down through
generations, is an intricate and
time-consuming art form
T’nalak
The T’boli women who weave T’nalak are
known as _________ because they
believe the designs were gi
“dream weavers”
are the indigenous people of
South Cotabato in Mindanao, known for
their vibrant culture, including the
distinctive “t’nalak” weaving tradition and
animistic beliefs.
T’boli
One of the most known T’nalak
dreamweaver is
Lang Dulay.
Common designs Tinalak
Bulinglangit
Kabangi
– Symbolizes
dreams and aspirations
Bulinglangit (Cloud Pattern)
– Represents
transformation and beauty
Kabangi (Butterfly Pattern)
Purpose of Use of Tnalak
Births
Weddings
Funerals
The act of creating fabric by interlacing threads or
yarns, is a traditional and ancient cra
Weaving
Types of Weaving
Plain Weave
Twill Weave
Satin Weave
Jacquard Weave
Leno or Gauze Weave
Pile Fabric Weave
Each weft yarn goes alternately over and under one warp yarn.
Plain Weave
is characterized by
diagonal ridges formed by the yarns, which are
exposed on the surface. They can be produced in
fancy designs.
Twill weave
Floats one warp yarn over four or
more we
Satin Weave
patterns,when carefully
analyzed, may be seen to contain combinations of
plain, twill, and satin weaves, even in the same
crosswise yarn.
Jacquard Weave
- Floats one warp yarn over four or
more we
Satin Weave
when carefully
analyzed, may be seen to contain combinations of
plain, twill, and satin weaves, even in the same
crosswise yarn.
Jacquard Weave
is the
modern descendant of a technique called twining
that was used thousands of years ago for making
fabrics
Leno or Gauze Weave
have been defined
as fabrics(s) with cut or uncut loops which stand
up densely on the surface.
Pile Fabric Weave
Variations of plain weave
Rib Weave
Matt Weave or Basket Weave
Basket Weave
- the filling yarns are larger in diameter
than the warp yarns.
Rib Weave
- two or more yarns
are used in both the warp and filling direction.
Matt Weave or Basket Weave
A variation of the plain weave
usually basket or checkerboard pattern.
Basket Weave
Basket Weave Category:
Regular Basket Weave
Irregular Basket Weave:
- This is commonly used for edges in
drapery, or as a bottom in very
small weave repeat.
Regular Basket Weave
: This is generally a
combination of ________ warp and we
Irregular Basket Weave
Origin of Weaving
Prehistoric Weaving
Ancient Civilization Weaving
Middle Ages Weaving
Industrial Revolution
Modern and Contemporary Weaving
Evidence of woven materials dates
back to 27,000 BCE.
- Early humans used plant fibers and
animal hair.
Prehistoric Weaving
Egyptians (4000 BCE) used flax to
make linen.
Ancient Civilization Weaving
Europe: Weaving guilds were
established, and elaborate
tapestries became a sign of wealth
and power.
Middle Ages Weaving
The invention of the flying shuttle
(1733) and power loom (1785)
revolutionized weaving, making
fabric production faster and more
efficient.
Industrial Revolution
20th Century: The rise of synthetic
fibers like polyester and nylon
changed the textile industry.
Modern and Contemporary Weaving
made from pineapple fibers, is
considered a fine Philippine textile, and Dagmay
textiles o
Piña fabric,
, a tie-dye technique, is widely
practiced. Weaving serves as both a
cultural practice and a vital source of
income for many communities.
Ikat weaving
