Weaving is the critical process that turns a raw material such as cotton and its yarn into a fabric that can be made into useful products such clothing, bed sheets, etc. Without weaving, all there is are strands of yarn which do not achieve any practical purpose by themselves.

What is the importance of weaving in the Philippines?

Weaving in the Philippines dates back to the 13th century. It makes use of local cotton, fibers, abaca, and pineapple as raw material. Today, there are about 450 weaving groups across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, making up a population of roughly 5000, and producing a total revenue of about P150 M.

What is the use of weaving?

Weaving is a process used to create fabric by interlacing threads. Ancient examples date back 12,000 years. Woven fabric fragments composed of natural fibers like linen and wool have been found in places as diverse as Egypt, Peru, China, and Turkey. Weaving uses two types of threads: the warp and the weft.