The Inabel or populary known as Abel Iloco simply means handwoven cloth.
from http://loqal.ph/home-and-living/2010/03/18/this-fabric-weaves-centuries-of-ilocano-traditi
Technically speaking, abel in Ilocano refers to the process of weaving while inabel is the final woven product made from cotton and other natural fibers. Thus, inabel can refer to a variety of products including table runners, pillow cases and even dresses, although blankets are a must-have.
You can find inabel blankets from almost any public market and most souvenir stores anywhere you go in Ilocos your best bet for authentic (meaning, more durable) are in Paoay, Pinili and Sarrat in Ilocos Norte, and Tagudin, Santiago and Vigan in Ilocos Sur.
In these places you can observe for yourself how the locals weave these fabrics by hand using wooden pedal frames that, quite frankly, look as old as the people using them.
from http://loqal.ph/home-and-living/2010/03/18/this-fabric-weaves-centuries-of-ilocano-traditi
Technically speaking, abel in Ilocano refers to the process of weaving while inabel is the final woven product made from cotton and other natural fibers. Thus, inabel can refer to a variety of products including table runners, pillow cases and even dresses, although blankets are a must-have.
You can find inabel blankets from almost any public market and most souvenir stores anywhere you go in Ilocos your best bet for authentic (meaning, more durable) are in Paoay, Pinili and Sarrat in Ilocos Norte, and Tagudin, Santiago and Vigan in Ilocos Sur.
In these places you can observe for yourself how the locals weave these fabrics by hand using wooden pedal frames that, quite frankly, look as old as the people using them.
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