Sky Weavers was established in Lagawe, Ifugao in November 2020 in order to help the local weaving communities market their products online during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thanks to the Philippines’ robust campaign to #supportlocal, Sky Weavers was able to solidify itself as a brand that creates modern Filipiniana clothing pieces using traditional handwoven materials.
The Philippines is home to diverse weaving traditions, each rooted in specific communities, histories, and identities. Yet many of these traditions face decline due to mass production and informal supply chains.
Sky Weavers bridges that gap. We curate textiles directly from artisan communities across the archipelago, ensuring:
- Authentic provenance
- Ethical sourcing practices
- Respect for cultural narratives
- Export-ready quality standards
Our work supports broader cultural preservation efforts led by institutions such as the
National Commission for Culture and the Arts and trade development initiatives of the
Department of Trade and Industry.
We believe that textiles are more than fabric — they are vessels of identity, diplomacy, and memory.
The name Sky Weavers draws inspiration from Ifugao mythology, where the universe is said to be divided into six realms. Among them are Pugaw — the Earth, home of mortals — and Kabuniyan — the Sky, dwelling place of the gods.
According to legend, Ballitoc of Pugaw journeyed to Kabuniyan to seek a magical loom as a gift for his wife, Bugan. The Weaver Gods granted his request and allowed him to bring the divine loom back to Earth — marking the beginning of weaving among humankind.
We chose the name Sky Weavers in honor of this origin story — a tribute to the sacred gift of weaving and to the enduring connection between craft, culture, and the divine.
Our logo is a stylized hinikkitan — the traditional weaving shuttle, thoughtfully interpreted by graphic designer Mr. Marthy Angue.
In the weaving process, the shuttle carries the thread and moves rhythmically across the loom’s warp to form the weft. It is the instrument that binds structure and story together, transforming individual strands into a unified textile.
Beyond its technical function, the hinikkitan carries cultural meaning. It is associated with the Weaver Gods and is a recurring motif in Ifugao textiles, symbolizing continuity, craftsmanship, and the sacred nature of the weaving tradition.
Through the support of the “Juana Make a Mark” program of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), the Sky Weavers logo is now a registered trademark — affirming our commitment to protecting not only our brand, but the cultural heritage it represents.