Abaca (Banana leave fibre)
Abaca fiber, famous world-wide as Manila Hemp, is versatile and flexible in it's use. It's principal use ranges from industrial cordage, handicraft, fashion products such as hats and accessories, home and houseware and decorative products. Specialty use includes the manufacturing of specialty paper such as in the case of the Japanese Yen, while Hygienic applications include the production of coffee and tea bags, sausage casing and textile dye filters. The use of the abaca fiber though is not limited to those listed here. Though Abaca is in itself a popular product, the use of this in weaving has opened another industry one can be proud of. These woven fibers are called Sinamay/Sinnamay and is currently used for the purposes related to ribbons and wrappers, packaging, and fashion accessories. We invite you to view our textile section as well as our ribbons and wrappers section for a better idea on the use of these cloths.
Raffia fibers/Palm leaves are derived from the Buri plant native to tropical areas. The fibers are peeled from the fronds of the palm on both sides and then hung out to dry in the sun. After which, they are collected and sorted into the different classifications, pressed and packaged into bales for shipment. For a better understanding of our process, please browse through our raw fiber section where photos and description of the processes and usage can be found such as additional covering for hunter's camouflage, ground blinds, boat blinds, tree stands, Raffia mask/mascara. Children's garden lines, spooled/balled/snailed bundle colored Raffia, Hula and Grass skirts are also on the list of what we produce. Arrangements for volume orders welcome.At , seller of quality standards provide that only the best quality fibers be sold into the International Market. Our main considerations include; whiteness, length, and tensile strength. Customers of can rest assured that they are receiving only the best fibers available.