The B’laan group mostly lives in the southern part of Mindanao, in Lake Sebu and other municipalities of South Cotabato. They are known to be good hunters of wild animals and food gatherers, harvesting grains, root crops, fruits and other herbs some vast open fields of Koronadal City. They are strong believers that we are all connected with the environment and that we must respect and not allow anyone to destroy any creature or object without the Creator’s permission.
The B’laans have different rituals for everything that they do, from selecting a place from farming, to weaving, and other more. Their rich and colorful cultural heritage reflects their beliefs, from artistic handcrafts like the brass ornaments, traditional beadwork and weaving technique, which is very unique using abaca fibre. Before the actual weaving, rituals are held by the weavers to seek divine guidance for their designs. It is believed that the designs were imparted to the dreamer through the l’nilong (fairies), who are considered guardians of nature.