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The tailoring industry in Malolos, Bulacan continues to thrive. A seasoned tailor from the area was among the newest beneficiaries of the Mag Negosyo Ta ‘Day (MTD) Program.
In the historic city of Malolos, the rhythmic hum of a sewing machine and the steady glide of a needle through fabric are the sounds of a culture being preserved. Every intricate pattern hand-stitched onto a Barong Tagalog is a silent narrative of a craft passed down through generations.
Among the notable tailors in Malolos is Tatay Remigio Cruz, a seasoned artisan who learned the art of tailoring from his parents at a tender age. Inside his shop, he can be seen drafting patterns and embroidering the complex details that bring each garment to life. For Tatay Remigio, this is not just a source of income; it is a commitment to the history of Malolos—the cradle of the First Philippine Republic.
For years, Tatay Remigio dreamed of expanding his business as a way to continue the legacy and the art of embroidery. This year, he finally received a grant from the Mag Negosyo Ta ‘Day (MTD), a flagship program of the Office of the Vice President (OVP). By providing a ₱15,000 grant, the OVP champions the survival of the cottage industry, providing essential capital to traditional artisans who typically fall outside the scope of mainstream business loans.
The funds allowed for the purchase of high-quality fabrics and vibrant threads, enabling Tatay Remigio to execute his creative designs and accommodate his customers’ preferences.
“Maraming-maraming salamat po sa lahat ng mga namamahala para marating kami ng biyayang ipinagkaloob ng Office of the Vice President,” Tatay Remigio shared, reflecting on how the grant empowers traditional artisans like him, protecting our cultural identity while striving to achieve financial stability.
Through the dedication of individuals like Tatay Remigio Cruz and the support of institutional partnerships, the art of embroidery continues to thrive. His story is a reminder that when the spirit of the Filipino artisan is met with meaningful resources, the threads of our past remain strong enough to weave a prosperous future for every Filipino family.
Among the notable tailors in Malolos is Tatay Remigio Cruz, a seasoned artisan who learned the art of tailoring from his parents at a tender age. Inside his shop, he can be seen drafting patterns and embroidering the complex details that bring each garment to life. For Tatay Remigio, this is not just a source of income; it is a commitment to the history of Malolos—the cradle of the First Philippine Republic.
For years, Tatay Remigio dreamed of expanding his business as a way to continue the legacy and the art of embroidery. This year, he finally received a grant from the Mag Negosyo Ta ‘Day (MTD), a flagship program of the Office of the Vice President (OVP). By providing a ₱15,000 grant, the OVP champions the survival of the cottage industry, providing essential capital to traditional artisans who typically fall outside the scope of mainstream business loans.
The funds allowed for the purchase of high-quality fabrics and vibrant threads, enabling Tatay Remigio to execute his creative designs and accommodate his customers’ preferences.
“Maraming-maraming salamat po sa lahat ng mga namamahala para marating kami ng biyayang ipinagkaloob ng Office of the Vice President,” Tatay Remigio shared, reflecting on how the grant empowers traditional artisans like him, protecting our cultural identity while striving to achieve financial stability.
Through the dedication of individuals like Tatay Remigio Cruz and the support of institutional partnerships, the art of embroidery continues to thrive. His story is a reminder that when the spirit of the Filipino artisan is met with meaningful resources, the threads of our past remain strong enough to weave a prosperous future for every Filipino family.
Nananatiling buhay ang sining at tradisyon ng pagbuburda sa bayan ng Malolos, Bulacan. Bawat disenyo sa likhang Barong Tagalog o damit ng mga santo ay mano-mano at masusing binuburda ng mga kamay ni Tatay Remigio Cruz—na isa sa mga pinakamatagal at kilalang mananahi sa Malolos. Aniya, natuto siyang manahi sa murang edad dahil sa impluwensiya ng kanyang mga magulang.
Halos buong araw ay inilalaan ni Tatay Remigio sa pananahi—mula sa pagpili ng mga angkop na tela, pagbuo ng mga bagong konsepto para sa mga gagawing disenyo, hanggang sa mismong pagbuburda. Para kay Tatay Remigio, hindi lamang ito simpleng kabuhayan—bagkus, itinuturing niya itong isang legasiya na nararapat ipasa sa mga susunod na henerasyon.
Bilang isang simpleng mananahi sa Malolos, naging pangarap ni Tatay Remigio na mapalago at maipagpatuloy ang kanyang patahian, kung kaya’t lumapit siya sa Tanggapan ng Pangalawang Pangulo at nagsumite ng aplikasyon sa programang Mag Negosyo Ta ‘Day (MTD)—na agad namang tinugunan ng Office of the Vice President (OVP).
Pinagkalooban si Tatay Remigio ng ₱15,000 na karagdagang puhunan, na kanyang ginamit sa pagbili ng mga karagdagang kagamitan sa patahian tulad ng mga tela, sinulid, at iba pa—na naging daan upang makatanggap siya ng mas maraming kustomer at higit pang napalago ang kanyang nasimulang negosyo.
Higit sa karagdagang puhunan, para kay Tatay Remigio, nakatulong ang MTD program sa pagpapanatili at pagpapatuloy ng sining at tradisyon ng pagbuburda—na sumasalamin sa mayamang kasaysayan at kultura ng Lalawigan ng Bulacan.
“Maraming-maraming salamat po sa lahat ng mga namamahala para marating kami ng biyayang ipinagkaloob ng Office of the Vice President,” saad ni Cruz.
Halos buong araw ay inilalaan ni Tatay Remigio sa pananahi—mula sa pagpili ng mga angkop na tela, pagbuo ng mga bagong konsepto para sa mga gagawing disenyo, hanggang sa mismong pagbuburda. Para kay Tatay Remigio, hindi lamang ito simpleng kabuhayan—bagkus, itinuturing niya itong isang legasiya na nararapat ipasa sa mga susunod na henerasyon.
Bilang isang simpleng mananahi sa Malolos, naging pangarap ni Tatay Remigio na mapalago at maipagpatuloy ang kanyang patahian, kung kaya’t lumapit siya sa Tanggapan ng Pangalawang Pangulo at nagsumite ng aplikasyon sa programang Mag Negosyo Ta ‘Day (MTD)—na agad namang tinugunan ng Office of the Vice President (OVP).
Pinagkalooban si Tatay Remigio ng ₱15,000 na karagdagang puhunan, na kanyang ginamit sa pagbili ng mga karagdagang kagamitan sa patahian tulad ng mga tela, sinulid, at iba pa—na naging daan upang makatanggap siya ng mas maraming kustomer at higit pang napalago ang kanyang nasimulang negosyo.
Higit sa karagdagang puhunan, para kay Tatay Remigio, nakatulong ang MTD program sa pagpapanatili at pagpapatuloy ng sining at tradisyon ng pagbuburda—na sumasalamin sa mayamang kasaysayan at kultura ng Lalawigan ng Bulacan.
“Maraming-maraming salamat po sa lahat ng mga namamahala para marating kami ng biyayang ipinagkaloob ng Office of the Vice President,” saad ni Cruz.