ANTHILL Fabric Gallery
ANTHILL Fabric Gallery
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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ANTHILL (Alternative Nest and Trading/ Training Hub for Indigenous/ Ingenious Little Livelihood seekers) Fabric Gallery is a social and cultural enterprise that works to preserve and promote our Philippine weaving traditions by applying them in contemporary design for everyday essentials to attract younger generation of weavers and weave wearers and provide sustainable livelihood to partner communities. ANTHILL works to promote everyday weave wearing. We provide market access to communities and ensure a sustainable and inclusive supply chain through capacity building programs in product design and innovation, business skills, leadership and financial literacy. In this hub, fabrics are more than just ingredients to fashion; it is where culture meets style; it is collective dreaming; it is a way of life.
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Kathleen W
Melbourne, Australia121 contributions
Mar 2014 • Solo
Anthill is a social enterprise gallery (and workshop) showcasing traditional craft from around the Philippines. They specialise in handwoven fabrics. A wonderful way to see women's crafts supported and skills and techniques maintained. As well as fabric by the meter, the gallery also carries some one-off jewellery pieces, unique gifts, and some great anatomically correct dolls (from recycled and refashioned from old clothing) whose sale contributes to international development projects.
I was lucky enough to be there when Anya (the Princes Ant … Co Founder and Creative Director) was there. Anya is a wonderfully inspiring young woman who was so generous with her time.
I was lucky enough to be there when Anya (the Princes Ant … Co Founder and Creative Director) was there. Anya is a wonderfully inspiring young woman who was so generous with her time.
Written 26 March 2014
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Hi Hojo! Thank you for your great review. We are so happy that you had an awesome time with Anya and the rest of the team. It's because of weave wearers and customer like you that we are fueled to keep doing what we do. We hope you can spread word about us. You can like our page on Facebook and on Instagram. Stay tuned too! Our online shop will be coming soon.
Written 15 February 2017
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LW_Lai
Singapore28 contributions
Dec 2017 • Friends
The shop is walkable distance from Ayala Mall and the good selection of weaving items. Beside the pretty festival gifts, scarfs and stationaries, there are few traditional clothings. If you are into making you own clothing, there are few excellent woven cloths that could be purchased at the shop.
Written 31 December 2017
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ruthbak
Nathalia, Australia3 contributions
Dec 2018 • Business
I took a group of 18 year old Australian students to Anthill. It was a fantastic educational experience. They learned about social enterprise, ethical shopping, celebration of culture and much more. Thankyou so much Anthill!
Written 8 December 2018
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It was fantastic having you and your students over, Ruth. We look forward to having you guys again next year. Thank you for weaving dreams with us!
Written 9 December 2018
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Glampackingtheworld
Munich, Germany293 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
This lovely team does not just have some of the most fashionable items in cebu in their store but also do not loose any time to explain philippino history and traditions in detail. I love the way how they combine tradition and modernity.
Written 27 March 2018
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The team absolutely loved having you around! Thank you again for dropping by and we cannot wait to see you in your purchases and to see you again.
Written 29 March 2018
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725diane
Negros Oriental, Philippines1 contribution
Apr 2016 • Solo
Unexpectedly discovering ANTHILL while walking through a back street continues to be one of my most treasured experiences of visiting Cebu. Truly, I was moved to tears not just by the quality and beauty of their products, but by listening to the story of their work, how it evolved and the goals they are pursuing for the betterment of deserving communities. DO NOT MISS VISITING THEIR SHOWROOM!
Written 2 March 2017
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Hi Diane! We are happy that your journey led you to ANTHILL. Thank you for sharing how much you were moved by the work we do. It is our aim to showcase Filipino talent through the beauty of our traditional textiles. We are honoured to have people like you who believe in us. Help us spread word about our our vibrant weaves too. You can like our page on Facebook and Instagram. Stay tuned too! Our online shop will be coming soon.
Written 9 March 2017
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Julius A
Santa Rosa, Philippines3 contributions
Apr 2016 • Couples
In addition to the cool and accommodating staffs that they have, What they are selling is something as a "Filipino Must Have". I bought a polo shirt with accents of weaves coming from IPs from Abra Province that Im really proud to wear :) because it gives me a taste (design) of the present and future that reminds me of my past as a Filipino.
Its Present/Future (design/taste) allows me to use it as a casual day to day wear (within the trend/cool/"uso pero Unique with its own Identity") while its sentimental weaves is something that I personally value (reminder) that as a Filipino we there are some cultures/expressions that are worth preserving :)
Thanks for the cool wear ANTHILL and you will always be an inspiration!
Its Present/Future (design/taste) allows me to use it as a casual day to day wear (within the trend/cool/"uso pero Unique with its own Identity") while its sentimental weaves is something that I personally value (reminder) that as a Filipino we there are some cultures/expressions that are worth preserving :)
Thanks for the cool wear ANTHILL and you will always be an inspiration!
Written 28 February 2017
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That's such a beautiful review Julius! It is our mission to elevate our Philippine weaves. It is because of proud weave wearers like you that we are inspired to grow everyday. Thank you for being a proud weave wearer. Help us spread word about our our vibrant weaves too. You can like our page on Facebook and on Instagram. Stay tuned too! Our online shop will be coming soon.
Written 9 March 2017
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comfortbook
Cambridge, MA4 contributions
Jun 2018 • Business
I first encountered Anthill when I needed an outfit for an event. I wanted to wear something that represented the Philippines without looking dowdy. I came across Anthill and bought one kapa in Tesoro’s. It was so comfortable yet still striking that I craved for more pieces. After taking others to Tesoro’s and expanding my collection, I was fortunate to pass by their main hub in Cebu.
The office is tucked away but easy enough to spot using waze or googlemaps.
It is definitely worth a visit to see the beautiful weaves. The people are very pleasant. (Shout out to Hannah!) There’s no pressure to buy especially if it isn’t right for you.
When you speak to them you can sense that they genuinely believe in their product and will not sacrifice quality just for a quick buck.
In any case, it’s a place you should see if you want to see how Filipinos can do fashion.
The office is tucked away but easy enough to spot using waze or googlemaps.
It is definitely worth a visit to see the beautiful weaves. The people are very pleasant. (Shout out to Hannah!) There’s no pressure to buy especially if it isn’t right for you.
When you speak to them you can sense that they genuinely believe in their product and will not sacrifice quality just for a quick buck.
In any case, it’s a place you should see if you want to see how Filipinos can do fashion.
Written 29 June 2018
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carclav
Makati, Philippines1 contribution
Mar 2016 • Solo
(1) Anthill Fabric Gallery is well located in t he city of Cebu. It is easy to find and traffic is not so bad in that area.
(2) I always like to encourage local industries to grow and make good their endeavors. I support and purchase local products, be it food or fabric or furniture.
(3) Anthill Fabric Gallery is one such local business that I would like to see grow and prosper. Their products, fabrics, as well as their finished products - are beautiful and their fitting is good.
(4) Anthill's management is professional.
(2) I always like to encourage local industries to grow and make good their endeavors. I support and purchase local products, be it food or fabric or furniture.
(3) Anthill Fabric Gallery is one such local business that I would like to see grow and prosper. Their products, fabrics, as well as their finished products - are beautiful and their fitting is good.
(4) Anthill's management is professional.
Written 23 February 2017
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Hi Carclav! What a great and well-thought review! It's inspiring to know that we have genuine supporters like you in our tribe who have so much love for local businesses and who wish for our success. Continue to support local! Help us spread word about our vibrant weaves too. You can like our page on Facebook and on Instagram. Stay tuned too! Our online shop will be coming soon.
Written 9 March 2017
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Veronica Mae B
Cebu City, Philippines6 contributions
Sept 2016 • Friends
The Anthill Fabric Gallery is a very nice place to visit, with lots of exhibited items such as wallets or clothes. The staff are very welcoming as well. You can have a custom made clothing item made here.
Written 23 February 2017
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Hi Veronica! Thank you for your review. It is always our pleasure to serve proud weave supporters like you.Help us spread word about our vibrant weaves. Like our page on Facebook and Instagram. Stay tuned too! Our online shop will be coming soon.
Written 9 March 2017
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alejandra13
singapore4 contributions
Mar 2016 • Solo
Walked in and came out with so many beautiful gifts. Service was fantastic. They were so patient and explained everything.
Written 22 February 2017
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Hi Alejandra! We are happy to know that you were able to get beautiful gifts from our store. It was our pleasure to serve you! If you're looking for more weaves, please check out our Facebook and Instagram pages. Our online shop will also be launched soon
Written 9 March 2017
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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