The versatile bariw (Pandanus copelandii) plant, indigenous to this mountain and coastal town, is a close relative of pandan plant that some Filipinos use to make their cooked rice more fragrant. Its longer blades contain durable fibers that can be extracted by pounding and scraping.

2006年5月22日 · Bariw has a versatile economic uses; it can be made into mats, hats, baskets, slippers, handbags, portfolios, decors and other fancy articles which are long lasting and well crafted by the Libertadnons.

A baníg (pronounced [bɐˈnɪɡ] buh-NIG) is a traditional handwoven mat of the Philippines predominantly used as a sleeping mat or a floor mat. Depending on the region of the Philippines, the mat is made of buri[1] (palm), pandanus or reed leaves.

2011年11月22日 · Planting and Growing Bariw. MS Ignacio starts bariw production with clearing the area needed for planting the palms. From the forest, he collects bariw seedlings with 5 to 10 leaves each. For each hill, he digs a hole 6 inches deep and allows 3 …

2013年2月10日 · The festival’s concept is based on the importance of banig (bariw) weaving as major means of livelihood of the Libertadnons. The celebration involves various activities highlighted by the Mardi gras and esteemed Lin-ay kang Libertad, a beauty pageant which showcases the beauty, intelligence and character of Libertadnon young ladies.

2015年4月15日 · The cooperative produces native handwoven products made of bariw plant, the one used to make the native mat locally called "banig." There are floor mats, hats, coasters, beer holder which can also be pen holders, place mats, bags, and fruit baskets.

2011年11月21日 · Having been exposed to the industry of bariw processing at a young age, MS Narzo has mastered the processing of bariw products. From bariw, Narzo makes hats, mats, placemats, wall décor, flower vases and tissue folders, among other novelty products.

Using the prepared kyupis bundles, the weavers interlace the horizontal and vertical bariw strands in precise patterns to create the iconic banig design. What makes Twelve Topaz truly innovative is its dual purpose—to generate sustainable livelihoods for the weavers of Antique while championing their traditional skills locally.

2014年2月2日 · The municipality is a mountain and coastal town that is abundantly surrounded by the bariw plant (Pandanus copelandii: Pandaceae family) which is a versatile material in mat weaving. The town of Libertad has pioneered in banig weaving which has become one of the main sources of livelihood of the townsfolk.