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A Promise of Commitment: VESTI x Yakan Weaving Village

by Martha Rodriguez

VESTI founder Martha Rodriguez pens a heartfelt introspection as she visits the Yakan Weaving Village in Zamboanga - a community partner of VESTI since 2012 - two years since the pandemic started.

A beautiful reunion with much needed news of a hopeful future for the craft - reminding of the purpose on why we continue to forge on despite challenges. A designer’s heart and a Mindanaonon’s pride, read on as Martha shares her thoughtful reckoning.

gelo salangaJune 14, 2022Martha Rodriguez, Yakan, Yakan Village, weavers, Yakan weaves, Zamboanga Comment

Rina Ilul-Pangkalan : A Personal Story of Hope and Excitement with the Yakan Weaver

by Martha Rodriguez

VESTI founder Martha Rodriguez reminisces the humble beginnings of the brand and how a Yakan weaver, Rina Ilul-Pangkalan, kept her motivated and purpose driven along the way. Read through a story of friendship, hope, and excitement as VESTI pays tribute to Rina and her beautiful woven stories.

gelo salangaFebruary 10, 2021yakan, Yakan weaves, Rina Ilul Pangkalan, Martha Rodriguez, VESTI, Zamboanga, Yakan Village, HandwovenComment