Panubok: Reviving the Embroidery Tradition of Panay Bukidnon

Abstract

This study aimed to understand the best practices and the cultural tradition of panubok, the embroidery tradition original to Panay Bukidnon, and reviving this embroidery tradition in the barangays of Tapaz, Capiz, Philippines. Using the qualitative research design, four (4) informants from Minan, Tapaz, Capiz that are practicing panubok were purposively chosen. Fieldwork, observations, key informant interviews, and documentary and photographic analysis were the methods used. Verbatim data transcripts were analyzed using the general inductive approach by Thomas (2006). The results of the study showed that the respondents see panubok as an integral part of their culture and think of it as a source of income for their community. Though researches tell that this cultural practice is facing extinction, there are many ways that these can be promoted more and taught to Panay Bukidnon youth natives to preserve their culture, tradition and identity.