T'NALAK

Traditional hand-woven fabric made from abaca fibers, derived from the banana plant, particularly abundant in the Philippines. It is considered a sacred textile by the T’boli people, often used in cultural ceremonies, traditional clothing, and rituals.

Lang Dulay is familiar with a hundred designs, including the bulinglangit (clouds), bankiring (hair bangs), and kabingi (butterfly), each one particular for the story it conveys. She spins her tales with ease, using red and black dyes. Her textiles express the wisdom and visions of her people.