WORKS OF GUBATNONS

Weave

Gubat Century-Old Industry: The Intricacy of Salanigo Weaving

An indigenous industry woven into the bounty of the cultural heritage of Gubat is one of the testaments to the invincible creativity and talent of Gubatnons

Salanigo, a hand-woven abaca slipper found only in the town of Gubat, was ingeniously innovated by the late Josefina "Lola Pina" Epino, a legendary inovative woman of Manapao, Gubat, Sorsogon.

Lola Pina was generated by a family of weaver’s and abaca fiber strippers in Manapao,where weaving has been a family business She was born in 1939, and despite the polio that afflicted her at an early age, she possesses this marvelous talent and skill She once had her education, but due to mobility difficulties, she had stopped attending school Hence, she spent her lifetime inside their house and learned weaving with her family instead

GUBAT, Sorsogon For decades, Gubatnon weavers have dedicated themselves to making "sawali" (woven bamboo) walls, which feature a historic native weaving pattern, the town's popular item

In Bicol and Samar, salanigo has existed for centuries It has an intricate diagonal or twilled weave thanks to its "under-two-and-overtwo" design

The number of artisans has also declined Children of the current crop of weavers have opted for more sustainable sources of livelihood that require little handiwork and i mmediate income

Parapulot

In Gubat, Sorsogon's Barangay Sangat, Pili Trees (Canarium Ovatum) are more noticeable than in the rest of the municipality. Pili resin, which is sold in coconut shells, plays a significant role in Gubat's market It typically sells out because it is mostly used as fuel and medicine

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People known as "Parapulot" gather the aforementioned resin and wrap it in coconut husk before selling it to the general public Perhaps as a result of advancements in medicine and fuel, the number of Pili resin farmers is drastically declining It might be forgotten, but it will always be a part of Gubat's vibrant heritage