Since the initial release of this flash collection, I felt like something was missing—a connection to the cultural symbols that embody protection and resilience. In Filipino culture, butterflies and moths are believed to carry the souls of our ancestors, visiting us as gentle messengers and reminders of their enduring guidance and love. Just as butterflies symbolize the spirits of loved ones watching over us, the balisong 🦋🗡️ serves as a tool of both protection and heritage, a way our ancestors continue to protect and empower us.

The balisong, first crafted in Barrio Balisong, Taal, Batangas, is more than a knife; it’s a symbol of Filipino ingenuity and the spirit of ✨bayanihan✨ (communal unity & cooperation). With its unique design, featuring two rotating handles that conceal the blade, it represents Batangueño courage and strength, embodying the resilience and unity of our culture. Just as butterflies remind us of ancestral protection, the balisong stands as a legacy of our ancestors’ strength, passed down through generations. 🖤

Each of these flash pieces is available to be marked only once, so the first to claim it gets it. Please use the link in my bio to claim & book.

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