IN PHOTOS: The best finds at ArteFino's online shop
Just like many anticipated events, the annual ArteFino artisan fair had to make the difficult decision to either cancel the craft fair or stage it in an entirely different way that is safe for both patrons and exhibitors.
Hence, ArteFino chose to do a virtual fair this year and will be showcasing and making Filipino-made crafts available on their online shop.
So, don't fret if you can't physically be at the ArteFino bazaar this year. You can still marvel at the wonderful creations of Filipino artisans and shop for new textile and handicrafts for your home online.
Check out the photos of some of the best finds at the ArteFino online shop.
Plato Gadget Tray
Need a gadget stand so that your child can have a comfortable remote learning experience? Then you should definitely get one of these plato gadget trays, crafted by Baliuag artisans and made with wood and rattan. They're available in mahogany, oak, and wengue and priced at P880 each.
Concordia Wrap-Around Planter
This gorgeous planter is made of rattan and wicker by Kapampangan weavers. It is worth P9,800 each.
Upcycled Parol Ornament
Looking for eco-friendly Christmas decors? Here's a beautiful upcycled parol made from discarded coffee capsules, priced at P870 each. It was created by the NVC Foundation's Artisans of Hope Livelihood Workshop in Bacolod City. Part of the proceeds will help fund their nutrition, education and livelihood programs for marginalized families in the Philippines.
Inday in Time of Covid statuette
Another amazing creation by the NVC Foundation's Artisans of Hope Livelihood Workshop is the 'Inday in Time of Covid' statuette. It depicts a Filipina wearing a face mask and chilling on top of a shell. It actually has other variations and each piece is worth P2,980.
Merienda O Sena
Platitas of Manila, rejoice! There's a gorgeous stoneware set at ArteFino that you can add to your dinnerware collection. They were created by potters and crafts people from Balubad in Silang, Cavite. Each set costs P2,500.
Barong Kimono
Score this chic dress that is a beautiful fusion of Filipino and Japanese traditional wear at ArteFino's online shop for P9,500. This is a creation of Ilonggo fashion designer Jore-El Espina, a Filipiniana design and indigenous fabrics advocate, who recently showcased his designs at the 'New Normal: Fashion for Healing' virtual show.
Katy T'nalak Tote Bags
Part of the proceeds from these limited edition handwoven T'nalak bags will go to MovEd Foundation. With every purchase, they will be able to provide a child and his/her family 15 kilograms of rice. Each bag costs P6,500 and comes in three colors: maroon, pink, and red.
Earrings by Joanique
Local accessories brand Joanique has a line of quirky, cute, and stylish earrings available at ArteFino's online shop. This blue Monsterra earrings is worth P435, while a pair of the pink cosmos earrings is priced at P725.
Tamburin and Red Coral Drop Earrings
This lovely drop earrings by Kathy and Kathy Bespoke is made with 14K yellow gold, natural corals from Sardinia, Italy, and Akoya pearls from Japan. It was handcrafted by skilled jewelry artisans of Meycauayan, Bulacan. A pair of these drop earrings is worth P45,000.
Anita Dress with Mask
These adorable dresses from Ines Moda Infantil were hand-smocked and hand-embroidered by seasoned women artisans from Negros Occidental. Each dress is worth P1,800 and comes in ten different variations so it could fit infants aged six months and children up to ten years of age. Each dress also comes with an equally cute face mask.
