Art, Zines, and Accesories

Beyond the Word

A broken heart will make us face all our truths. Some of which Jen Maramba calls, “the truth of a lie” because sometimes the world will vibrate in the frequency that tells us, we’re the problem. Due to our own personal reasons we’re going to accept that vibration and believe the truth of a lie.

This is the truth: There was never ever anything wrong with us. We were made perfect as is. So we don’t have to prove this to the world or to ourselves that we are anything but what we are. We don’t have to overcompensate or minimize our light or try too hard.

We just be, be loved. Act like we’re loved. And we will remember and forget this over and over again because life is truly a series of loud challenges and small joys (at least right now). We are so receptive to either because we are creatures meant for connection. Unless we deeply embody the truths of being loved and being whole, our effort will stray us towards these truths of a lie and will make us behave in some whackshit ways.

Our receptivity to how people perceive us is that direct link to our gift of human sensitivity tuned in for connection. It is our embodied truths that are the filtration system to how we will respond to our reality. 

The Bumalik sa Sarili anting-anting (amulet) is about returning back to ourselves and being rooted to our real truth. The ones that stem from a deep understanding of who and what we are in the midst of everything that’s happening around us. It is about cultivating a deep trust in ourselves by being clear and radically honest about our prevailing truths that lead us to do the things we do. The design is a figure who is so connected to themselves that their actions and their words align. The prayer, bumalik sa sarili (return to self), is embedded in the design in Baybayin written in purple partially obscured as an invitation to cultivate this through embodiment.

Design and artist statement by Althea Balmes

Proceeds

15% of the profits from each sale of this product goes to Sugarfolks' Unity for Genuine Agricultural Reform (SUGAR). SUGAR is an organization advocating for the rights and livelihoods of Sugarfolks' and farmers in Batangas, Philippines. Learn more about this partnership here. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

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1.5 x 1.3 inch, acrylic pin with gold coloured-lock

Product Features

These unique jeepney signages are hand-painted by Kuya Edwin Tayao, an expert jeepney signage artist based in Tondo, Metro Manila. This creation is part of Project Para Boss by Pop Junk Love, an initiative dedicated to revitalizing the traditional art of signage painting in the Philippines. 

Dimensions: 7.25 x 3.25 inches

Important Information

• Each signage features a different colour scheme for the text, so the one you receive may not match the photos exactly. Throughout this project, Kuya Edwin have the freedom to choose the colours for each signage, adding to the unique beauty of each piece.

• Like any handmade art, these hand-painted jeepney signages may have minor flaws such as chipped paint, smudges, or small dents due to the nature of the craft and the environment in which they are created. Each sign is manually dried in outdoor spaces, making them naturally exposed to the elements during creation.

• Made from PVC/Sintra plastic board, these signages should be kept out of direct sunlight.

• The actual colour of the signage may appear lighter or darker than in photos due to lighting conditions or screen resolution differences.

The Cultural Significance of Jeepneys 

Born from the aftermath of World War II, Jeeps, or Public Utility Jeepneys, have become a cultural icon and a vital, affordable transportation mode for over 40% of commuters in Metro Manila and many provinces across the Philippines. Dubbed the hari ng kalsada (king of the road), jeepneys traverse routes that limited transportation options don't cover, providing an indispensable service. Along with jeepneys comes their art, particularly their hand-painted signage.

The exact origins of jeepney signages are not well-documented, but they are believed to draw deep inspiration from the letter paintings on kalesas (horse-drawn carriages) and the carts of roaming sorbeteros (ice cream vendors) in the streets of Metro Manila. These eye-catching signages serve not only to provide directions but also as a form of artistic expression - a truly remarkable piece of Philippine culture.

Proceeds

PISTON has been at the forefront of the #NoToJeepneyPhaseOut campaign, opposing the unjust PUV Modernization program in the Philippines. They fight to promote and advance the basic demands of Filipino transport workers for decent and stable work, livable income, freedom of association, and all their economic and democratic rights. Learn more about the struggles of Filipino jeepney workers through PISTON's work and our blogs.

20% of the proceeds from this product collection support PISTON's mission to advocate for a just and pro-people Philippine transport system. 100% of the profits from the 'Free Palestine' sign boards will be donated to mutual aid supporting Palestinian-Filipino refugees across Luzon. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Combining two powerful symbols of resistance—Palestine's watermelon and the Philippines' sun and stars—this pin represents unwavering solidarity and serves as the official emblem of Filipinos United 4 Palestine. Designed by its members, the pin not only honours the Palestinian resistance against occupation but also reflects the deep connections between Filipino and Palestinian liberation movements. Through this symbol, we recognize the shared histories of colonialism and violence, and the critical lessons many Filipinos have drawn from the Palestinian struggle.

For more resources on Filipino and Palestine solidarity, please check out the following:

• Huwag Matakot! Leaving Fear Behind as We Speak Up for a Free
• PalestineFilipinos in solidarity with Palestine call for Arms Embargo now!
• Christian Zionism in the Philippines: When Faith Becomes a Tool for Settler Colonialism

Proceeds

100% of the profits from this pin ($5 for each) will go to Palestinian mutual aid efforts, distributed across Palestinian-Filipino refugee families in the Philippines. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

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1.5 x 1.3 inch, gold-backing enamel pin with rubber lock

Beyond the Word

Malakas, Matapang, Palaban—Strong, Fierce, Fighter. These qualities are often tied to masculinity in Filipino culture, with women traditionally expected to be mahinhin—modest and passive. But Filipina women have long defied these narrow expectations. From Gabriela Silang, who led a revolt against Spanish colonizers, to Teresa Magbanua, a revolutionary who fought in all three resistance movements against the Philippines’ major colonizers, Filipinas have shown that strength and bravery are deeply rooted in our history. Filipina women have fought, organized, and led with the same fierceness traditionally reserved for men.

So here’s a reminder to Filipina women and our queer kapatids: we’re strong because we endure, we’re fierce because we resist, and we’re fighters because we never back down from what’s right. These words no longer just belong to men—they belong to us too. Our power has always been there, even when it wasn’t recognized. Now, we’re making sure it’s undeniable.

Proceeds

15% of the proceeds from this collection will support Bahaghari PH and its work to advocate for and liberate the LGBTQIA+ community in the Philippines. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Product Features

1.5 x 1.3 inch, acrylic pin with rubber lock

Beyond the Word

Before reading the narrative below, here's an important reminder that being a woman, a Filipina, does not necessarily mean having a Pekpek (Vagina). 💖

As a young Pina/xy growing up, how many of us have been shamed by talking about our period? How many of us were associated with being mataray, suplada or maldita just because it's that "time of the month"? How many of us have not learned about safe sex and sexuality at a young age because it's a topic that's deemed shameful? And because talking about our Pekpeks is deemed makasalanan (sinful)?

The creation of the Pekpek Power pin is definitely something we're extremely proud of. Kaya let's go! Help us normalize these conversations. Help us empower our Pekpeks!

15% of this collection will be donated to the Free Our Sisters, Free Ourselves (FOSFO) campaign - an international campaign under GABRIELA, against the political persecution and repression of women activists and human rights defenders in the Philippines. Learn more about FOSFO by checking out their Facebook page.

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1.5 x 1.3 inch, acrylic pin with rubber lock

Beyond the Word

"Maarte means extra/ sassy. Maldita means baddie. Maganda means beautiful. To be Maarte and Maldita is to be beautiful." - K.D.

Proceeds

15% of the proceeds from this collection will support Bahaghari PH and its work to advocate for and liberate the LGBTQIA+ community in the Philippines. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Product Features

1.5 x 1.3 inch, acrylic pin with rubber lock

Product Features

These unique jeepney signages are hand-painted by Kuya Edwin Tayao, an expert jeepney signage artist based in Tondo, Metro Manila. This creation is part of Project Para Boss by Pop Junk Love, an initiative dedicated to revitalizing the traditional art of signage painting in the Philippines. 

Dimensions: 7.25 x 3.25 inches

Important Information

• Each signage features a different colour scheme for the text, so the one you receive may not match the photos exactly. Throughout this project, Kuya Edwin have the freedom to choose the colours for each signage, adding to the unique beauty of each piece.

• Like any handmade art, these hand-painted jeepney signages may have minor flaws such as chipped paint, smudges, or small dents due to the nature of the craft and the environment in which they are created. Each sign is manually dried in outdoor spaces, making them naturally exposed to the elements during creation.

• Made from PVC/Sintra plastic board, these signages should be kept out of direct sunlight.

• The actual colour of the signage may appear lighter or darker than in photos due to lighting conditions or screen resolution differences.

The Cultural Significance of Jeepneys 

Born from the aftermath of World War II, Jeeps, or Public Utility Jeepneys, have become a cultural icon and a vital, affordable transportation mode for over 40% of commuters in Metro Manila and many provinces across the Philippines. Dubbed the hari ng kalsada (king of the road), jeepneys traverse routes that limited transportation options don't cover, providing an indispensable service. Along with jeepneys comes their art, particularly their hand-painted signage.

The exact origins of jeepney signages are not well-documented, but they are believed to draw deep inspiration from the letter paintings on kalesas (horse-drawn carriages) and the carts of roaming sorbeteros (ice cream vendors) in the streets of Metro Manila. These eye-catching signages serve not only to provide directions but also as a form of artistic expression - a truly remarkable piece of Philippine culture.

Proceeds

100% of the profits from the 'Free Palestine' sign boards will be donated to mutual aid supporting Palestinian-Filipino refugees across Luzon. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Okay nang tamad kaysa pagod. It's better to be lazy than tired.

This anti-capitalist stickers are brought to you by Mako Micropress - Philippine based artists that aim to contribute to the growth of counter-hegemonic cultures and narratives through the creation and self-publishing of zines, stickers, prints, and other DIY artworks.

Product Features

• Non-vinyl, glossy paper stickers, made and designed by Mako Micropress in Metro Manila, Philippines.
• Size: 2.25 x 2.75 inches

Proceeds

15% of the proceeds from this product collection support PISTON's mission to advocate for a just and pro-people Philippine transport system. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

PISTON has been at the forefront of the #NoToJeepneyPhaseOut campaign, opposing the PUV Modernization program in the Philippines. They fight to promote and advance the basic demands of Filipino transport workers for decent and stable work, livable income, freedom of association, and all their economic and democratic rights.

The Filipinos for Palestine stickers were created in solidarity with the people of Palestine and other oppressed people in the world. Filipinos are no stranger to foreign occupation, colonization, and justified resistance by any means necessary.

The Philippines was colonized by Spain for 333 years, occupied by Japan for 3 years during World War II and colonized by the US for 50 years but continues to be a neo-colony of the US. As Filipinos, we share the struggles of colonization and displacement with the people of Palestine as we have a common enemy. Our struggle for justice and national liberation in the Philippines is also inextricably linked to the global struggle of all oppressed people in the world. It is supporting their right to exist, right to their land, and right to resist.

When we talk about Pinoy Pride, we must acknowledge our own history of colonization and resistance. Taking pride in being Filipino is to take pride in fighting for what is right and just. It is extending our Filipino value of kapwa (the obligation to be with others) to those who are being unjustly and violently oppressed by colonizers.

We are not free until all of us are free. ✊🏽

For more resources on Filipino and Palestine solidarity, please check out the following:

• Huwag Matakot! Leaving Fear Behind as We Speak Up for a Free
• PalestineFilipinos in solidarity with Palestine call for Arms Embargo now!

Proceeds

100% of the profits from these stickers will go to Palestinian mutual aid efforts, including Little Gaza in Quezon City, Philippines. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

We're thrilled to expand our collection of liberation stickers with new designs from Bahaghari Philippines! Maraming salamat to our Kapatids at Bahaghari for allowing us to share their incredible sticker designs across the diaspora. 

Stickers are 3-inch custom-cut printed on a thick vinyl with a matte finish. Designed by Arri Samsico and Whenzy Jumapao.

Proceeds

100% of the profits from thiese stickers will go to Bahaghari, the national alliance of LGBTQIA+ advocates, organizations, and formations in the Philippines. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Product Features

These stickers are part of Project Para Boss by Pop Junk Love and Common Room PH, an initiative dedicated to revitalizing the traditional art of signage painting in the Philippines.

Dimensions: 2 x 0.5 inches

The Cultural Significance of Jeepneys 

Born from the aftermath of World War II, Jeeps, or Public Utility Jeepneys, have become a cultural icon and a vital, affordable transportation mode for over 40% of commuters in Metro Manila and many provinces across the Philippines. Dubbed the hari ng kalsada (king of the road), jeepneys traverse routes that limited transportation options don't cover, providing an indispensable service. Along with jeepneys comes their art, particularly their hand-painted signage.

The exact origins of jeepney signages are not well-documented, but they are believed to draw deep inspiration from the letter paintings on kalesas (horse-drawn carriages) and the carts of roaming sorbeteros (ice cream vendors) in the streets of Metro Manila. These eye-catching signages serve not only to provide directions but also as a form of artistic expression - a truly remarkable piece of Philippine culture.

Proceeds

PISTON has been at the forefront of the #NoToJeepneyPhaseOut campaign, opposing the unjust PUV Modernization program in the Philippines. They fight to promote and advance the basic demands of Filipino transport workers for decent and stable work, livable income, freedom of association, and all their economic and democratic rights. Learn more about the struggles of Filipino jeepney workers through PISTON's work and our blogs.

20% of the proceeds from this product collection support PISTON's mission to advocate for a just and pro-people Philippine transport system. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Product Features

A set of (5) 3-inch custom-cut stickers printed on a thick vinyl with a matte finish.

These designs include the following Tagalog phrases:

1. Bahala ako sa buhay ko: A twist to "Bahala ka sa buhay mo", reclaimed as "I am in charge of my own life"

2. Malakas, Matapang, Palaban: Strong, Brave, Fighter

3. Suplada, Mataray, Maldita: Snob, Snappy, Bitchy,

4. Pekpek Power: Pussy power!

5. Maarte, Maldita, Maganda: Extra, Bitchy, Beautiful

Proceeds

15% of the profits from each sale of this product goes to Sugarfolks' Unity for Genuine Agricultural Reform (SUGAR). SUGAR is an organization advocating for the rights and livelihoods of Sugarfolks' and farmers in Batangas, Philippines. Learn more about this partnership here. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Mas pipiliin kong matulog. I would rather choose to sleep.

This anti-capitalist stickers are brought to you by Mako Micropress - Philippine based artists that aim to contribute to the growth of counter-hegemonic cultures and narratives through the creation and self-publishing of zines, stickers, prints, and other DIY artworks.

Product Features

• Non-vinyl, glossy paper stickers, made and designed by Mako Micropress in Metro Manila, Philippines.
• Size: 2.25 x 2.75 inches

Proceeds

15% of the proceeds from this product collection support PISTON's mission to advocate for a just and pro-people Philippine transport system. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

PISTON has been at the forefront of the #NoToJeepneyPhaseOut campaign, opposing the PUV Modernization program in the Philippines. They fight to promote and advance the basic demands of Filipino transport workers for decent and stable work, livable income, freedom of association, and all their economic and democratic rights.

The PUV Modernization Program (PUVMP) is forcing Jeepney drivers and operators to consolidate their jeepneys, coercing them to surrender their franchise rights. This unjust pol  icy disproportionately impacts many of those who can’t afford the exorbitant costs of modernization, with modern jeepneys priced at 2 million pesos. This is why it is imperative more than ever to support the resistance of Filipino transport workers.

We are bringing you the 'Atin ang Lansangan' zine (The Road is Ours), in support of the Tanggol Pasada Network (TPN) a network that fights against the PUVMP and promotes progressive and people-oriented transportation in the Philippines.

In collaboration with Inklusibo, this zine was curated by the Artists Against Jeepney Phaseout, compiling artworks, photographs, and poems from dozens of Filipino artists. We see this art as an offering to Filipinos worldwide, urging all of us to fight alongside Jeepney workers in the motherland.

The profits from this zine will go towards the work of TPN. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Product Features:

• Language: Tagalog and some English
• Size: 5.5. x 8.5. in
• 40 pages
• Glossy finish

‘Ang Pride ay Magpakailanman’ (Pride is Forever) is a community zine curated by queer and trans Filipinos in so-called Toronto, Canada. Created during playshops in January 2023, the zines explore the daily joy and healing that happens in our every day. 

These collages, weaved together, are a way to celebrate each other and the ways we foster care among our chosen families in past, present, and future generations.

Makulay at iba pa (atbp) means colourful and many more in Tagalog. We are a collective of LGBTQ+ Filipinos in so-called Toronto centred around honouring our roots while building and strengthening community.

100% of the profits made from this collection will be donated to Bahaghari PH, and mutual aid funds for Palestinian families in Gaza and those who have arrived in the Philippines. This month, we will donate to support Basel El Maqosiu, an artist and teacher for children with disabilities in Gaza. Learn more about Basel and the fundraiser here. A portion will also go back to Makulay atbp. to continue building community in Tkaronto/Toronto. For the updated donation amounts and transparency report, please check out this link.

Product Features:

• Size: 5.5. x 8.5. in
• 40 pages
• Glossy finish

Product Features

All keychains include a gold swivel clasp and ring. The hearts are 3D printed with a dimension of 2.5 x 1 inches. 

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