Topskill Handicrafts

Topskill Handicrafts Weaving traditional Cordilleran beading and embroidery designs and textiles in new innovative ways. We ship worldwide. Graal Daoey Hernandez Cawed.

Topskill Handicrafts is wholly owned and operated by Mrs. As a young wife Graal landed a job at the noted Easter Weaving Room. It was there that her true vocation found its beginnings. Graal was enraptured by the endless possibilities that handwoven offered. Being a native of Bontoc, she readily internalized the art and skill of the loom. Eventually she became the Manager of IMA Designs, a company

specializing in Ikat dyeing and weaving. Challenged by the tought that there must be a means by which the combination of traditional lines, colours and Ikat weave would appeal to the young Igorot and not just be confined to the usual household use, Graal Cawed in 1993 decided to set out on her own to conduct experiments in design. Today, though still a young and modest outfit, Topskill is equated to quality handwoven products and ethnic inspired clothing which alluringly blend the enduring sense of tradition and the soft practicality of the contemporary. From the simple bands to elaborate wedding gowns, Topskill fusion's of colors and fabric truly captures the free spirit of the modern Igorot. Inevitably, the monogramic figures, the Ikat touch, and the color lines are all evident in Topskill products ranging from household accompaniments to clothing accessories and fashion creations. Over the recent years, Topskill's scarves, barong tagalog, and wedding ensembles have created a fashion statement that is taking hold of the Cordilleras and is now creating a stir amongst the Igorot and Cordilleran Communities outside of the country. Her small shop at the 5th floor of the Porta Vaga Mall in Session Rd. has often become a shopping stop of balikbayans and appreciative words and phrases are often heard. Truly Graal Cawed's vision is gradually taking shape and the young Igorot of the modern and challenging world now sports the traditional weave and colors with pride and honor. With topskill the ethnic and spirit of countless generations continue to linger and soar.

08/03/2026
02/01/2026
Two of our weaves are beautifully incorporated into the artworks of Clinton Aniversario and are proudly featured at the ...
15/11/2025

Two of our weaves are beautifully incorporated into the artworks of Clinton Aniversario and are proudly featured at the Ibagiw Festival!
You can view these pieces—along with the incredible works of other Cordillera artists—now at the basement of the Baguio Convention Center.

17/09/2025
More Topskill at CinemalayaIn one of the reels for Cinemalaya, we some folks with our pieces. Salasalamat for bringing o...
15/08/2024

More Topskill at Cinemalaya

In one of the reels for Cinemalaya, we some folks with our pieces. Salasalamat for bringing our Topskill weaves to the Cinemalaya experience!

Looking forward to see more igorot textiles soon!

Cinemalaya RepresentIt always wonderful to see our stories retold in the Big Screen. We're proud to see the short story,...
14/08/2024

Cinemalaya Represent

It always wonderful to see our stories retold in the Big Screen. We're proud to see the short story, The Wedding Dance by Amador Daguio, has been brought to life through Julius Lumiqued's film. Congratulations!

We're glad to see an Igorot cast and even happy to see one of our pieces made it to the Cinemalaya Gala.

Thank you, Richard Cawed, The Wedding Dance's Cinematographer for wearing our vest. May we see more of our stories told in modern day media and our igorot weaves brought to the center stage.

Topskill Handicrafts keeping our filmmakers warm and stylish. Support Cordilleran made film The Wedding Dance 😊📽️
28/07/2024

Topskill Handicrafts keeping our filmmakers warm and stylish.
Support Cordilleran made film The Wedding Dance 😊📽️

28/07/2024

SAVE THE DATE FOR LUMNAY AND AWIYAO!

Tara na sa ika-3 ng Agosto sa Ayala Malls Manila Bay Cinema 2 para saksihan sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon ang "The Wedding Dance."

Abangan din ang iba pang screening schedules ngayong paparating na Cinemalaya Film Festival! See you there!

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130 Middle Quirino Hill
Baguio City

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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