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If you happen to find yourself being in the Philippines for a grand vacation, more often than not, you’ll be encountering a lot of local handicrafts. From being hawked by vendors in the streets, to even being in posh expensive malls, these handicrafts are everywhere. But how do you choose the best? Well, here are a few things that you may want to look up to in getting the best out of Pinoy handicrafts.

Made in the Philippines
Since you’re in the country, you might as well get something that’s actually made in there. Locally made handicrafts are not only beautiful, their quality is kept at a high-notch level as well. Taking advantage of locally made products not only helps the local craftsmen on making more of their wares, it also helps cut off the production of inferior, cheap and often counterfeit handicrafts.

Provincial is the way to go
For an even more affordable and better quality way of getting Pinoy handicrafts, get them straight from the source. Provinces all over the Philippines contain the best and most affordable handicrafts in the market. Sometimes, there are also some products you can only get from the provinces, which aren’t even available in malls and the cities. Getting handicrafts from the provinces will also help you get a one-of-a-kind handicraft, for you or your loved ones to treasure.

Ask for it
If you’re getting handicrafts from the craftsmen themselves, you can always ask for something personalized from them. This may involve a small, additional amount, but it’s all worth it. Want to have your bayong bag personalized with your name? Ask the bag maker. Or maybe you want your banig crafted in a different color? That will be no problem at all with the mat maker. Simply asking craftsmen will not only let you get what you want, but will also help them create even more beautiful handicrafts in the future.

Choosing Pinoy Handicrafts may be time-consuming and a hassle for some. But the stress and time put in on getting these wonderful hand-made works of arts at their best is worth it. Locally-made products will not only help the country’s tourism, but cut off piracy and creation of inferior handicrafts. Going over to the provinces for a certain handicraft will not only give you your money’s worth, it’ll allow you also to experience life in far-away locales. And by just simply asking for your handicraft to be personalized will not only give you a unique item, but a chance to converse and bridge the gaps with these talented men and women. Make sure to keep these tips on mind, and hope you get to bring home a Pinoy handicraft.