Klaypel Exclusive Anniversary Issue: Celebrating Creativity

EXCLUSIVEANNIVERSARYFEATURE:

Milestones, Memories, and What’s Next

A FILIPINO CREATIVE ENTERPRISE BUILT ON RECYCLED PAPER.

Established in 2005, Klaypel is a Filipino creative enterprise that transforms recycled paper into art, products, and experiences that inspire creativity, advance sustainability, and empower communities.

At the heart of Klaypel is the belief that creativity has the power to transform—not only materials, but also people, communities, and the way we imagine the future. By reimagining recycled paper as an artistic medium, Klaypel creates products and programs that make creativity more accessible while giving new purpose to materials that would otherwise become waste.

Over the past 21 years, Klaypel has grown beyond a product company into a multidisciplinary creative organization, partnering with businesses, educational institutions, government agencies, cultural organizations, and the tourism and hospitality sector to deliver experiences that unite art, sustainability, education, and social impact.

Grounded in the principles of the circular economy, Klaypel demonstrates how creativity can become a catalyst for environmental stewardship, lifelong learning, community development, and inclusive economic opportunities.

Vision & Mission

VISION

To become a global creative enterprise that transforms recycled materials into art, products, and experiences that inspire creativity, strengthen communities, and shape a more sustainable future.

MISSION

Making creativity accessible through innovative products, workshops, and creative experiences.

Transforming recycled paper into art, functional products, and sustainable design solutions.

Empowering communities through creative education, skills development, and livelihood opportunities.

Building partnerships that advance environmental responsibility, cultural appreciation, and social impact.

Championing Filipino creativity on the global stage through sustainable innovation and meaningful design.

Grounded in the principles of the circular economy, Klaypel demonstrates how creativity can become a catalyst for environmental stewardship, lifelong learning, community development, and inclusive economic opportunity, partnering with businesses, schools, government agencies, and cultural organizations nationwide.

Textured Art Medium KLAYPEL AS A

Professional artists turn to Klaypel to add depth, texture, and dimension to their work.

Positioned within the evolving realm of sculptural painting, Klaypel continues to push boundaries and challenge artistic conventions through its distinct medium and technique.

Klaypel has mounted numerous exhibits and national competitions, celebrating the dynamic collaboration between a proudly Filipino innovation and the immense talent of Filipino artists.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

VALUE PROPOSITION

Three ideas guide every product, program, and partnership Klaypel builds.

Creativity

Community Impact

We believe creativity is the starting point for meaningful change. Every product and experience is designed to inspire imagination, self-expression, and human connection.

BRAND PROMISE

Sustainability

By transforming recycled paper into lasting works of art and design, we demonstrate how creativity can give waste a second life.

Through education, collaboration, and creative enterprise, we empower individuals and communities with opportunities to learn, create, and thrive.

For over 21 years, Klaypel has believed that creativity can change the world.

By transforming recycled paper into art, products, and experiences, we make creativity more accessible, sustainability more tangible, and community impact more meaningful— bringing Filipino innovation and craftsmanship to people around the world.

THE TECHNIQUE

The Power of DUTDOT

[verb] to poke with the finger or something pointed

Klaypel is a unique art medium made from recycled paper, typically applied on canvas using two sticks in a tapping motion. It is a water-based, child-friendly, non-toxic (ASTM Standard D4236), no-bake formula.

This art activity can be a simple project for beginners and also offers more challenging options for aspiring artists and enthusiasts.

BENEFITS

Expressive arts therapy

Develops motor skills

Stimulates creativity

Fun art activity for all ages

Textured medium for art projects and paintings

Klaypel Art is the company’s flagship creative medium—a patented paper clay made from recycled paper that transforms painting into a tactile, sculptural art experience.

Originally developed as an accessible art material for families and children, it has since evolved into a versatile creative medium used across education, wellness, hospitality, corporate engagement, tourism, public art, and community development.

A VERSATILE MEDIUM USED IN:

Education

Wellness

Hospitality

Corporate Engagement

Tourism

Public Art

Community Development

Industries & Programs

COMMUNITIES WE SERVE

Tourism & Hospitality Women &

Local Government Units Corporate

PROGRAMS

Curriculum-Based Art Programs

DIY Creative Workshops

Teacher Training

Creative Learning Experiences

Recycled Paper Art Workshops

Circular Economy Initiatives

Environmental Education

Creative Recycling Programs

Artisan Skills Development

Livelihood Programs

Creative Entrepreneurship

Community Art Projects

CSR & ESG Initiatives

Employee Wellness Workshops

Team Creativity Experiences

Sustainable Corporate Gifts

Destination-Based Creative Experiences

Cultural Workshops

Community Tourism Programs Heritage & Museum Collaborations

Workshops

Klaypel is a restorative self-care experience that nurtures creativity and offers therapeutic benefits. Klaypel art workshops create safe, intimate spaces where participants can slow down, reconnect with their inner child, and express themselves freely using dutdot, supported by a caring community.

Open to kids, beginners, and the creatively curious, Klaypel workshops are also perfect for

Creative Education

Klaypel partners with schools and organizations to champion creativity, culture, and character in education. Through hands-on workshops using our signature dutdot technique, students are empowered to express themselves, think critically, and connect with their Filipino identity.

Aligned with DepEd’s goals, our programs support classroom integration, values formation, and 21st-century skills development, making learning joyful, reflective, and relevant.

K.R.E.A.T.E.

Behind every artwork is a story of courage, growth, and new beginnings. Through our partnership with the Single Moms Circle, K.R.E.A.T.E. continues to equip single mothers with the skills and confidence to create brighter futures for themselves and their families. Together, we K.R.E.A.T.E. opportunities that last.

Six

categories

From starter kits to fully bespoke commissions, every Klaypel product is built around the same recycled paperclay medium.

Ready-to-paint boards for individuals and families.

Elevated formats for gifting and special occasions.

Corporate & CSR Kits Educational Kits

Team-building and giveaway formats for organizations.

Curriculum-aligned kits for classrooms and workshops.

Tourism & Cultural Collections Custom Creative Solutions

Destination and heritagethemed collectible designs.

Bespoke commissions, installations, and portraits.

Product Kits

Master Kits (LARGE)

14 x 17 inches wood board with frame

12 Klaypel colors

4 applicator sticks

1 palette knife

Square Kits (MEDIUM)

9 x 9 inches wood board with frame

8 Klaypel colors

4 applicator sticks

1 palette knife

Mini Kits

5 x 5 inches wood board with frame

5 Klaypel colors

2 applicator sticks

2 flat sticks

Any photo becomes a one-of-a-kind Klaypel Art piece, hand-rendered in signature dutdot texture for gifts, portraits, and keepsakes.

RETAIL PARTNERS

To help us fulfill our mission to touch more lives through creativity, we’ve partnered with specialty stores to distribute our kits nationwide.

Brands We’ve Worked With

A cross-section of the government agencies, hospitality groups, retailers, schools, and organizations Klaypel has collaborated with over the years.

AMONG THE HIGHLIGHTS

WWF Philippines (Wildlife Collection conservation partnership), the Department of Trade and Industry, Ayala Malls, Marriott, Hilton, Shell, SM, Canva, Rotary International, and Shopee are among the organizations Klaypel has partnered with on products, events, and CSR initiatives.

#klaypeldiaries

"A married couple at the brink of separation randomly dropped by an art cafe, either to kill some time or to let off steam. As the sticks glided through a small board, the couple was lost in epiphany.

At the end of the session, they went home not just with a colorful artwork, but also with the realization that the marriage is still worth saving.

Heart-warming anecdotes like this all the more convince the Klaypel founders that their business is a blessing to them and to others."

Health and Lifestyle Magazine, September–October 2007

WHERE TO FIND KLAYPEL

Availability & Reach

Official Online Store · Shopee · Lazada · Social Commerce · Strategic E-commerce Partners

ONLINE OFFLINE

Retail partner stores · Museums & cultural shops · Hotels & tourism destinations · Corporate & institutional partners · Pop-up experiences & events

Philippines Singapore Taiwan China

Klaypel continues to expand internationally through strategic partnerships, creative collaborations, exports, and educational initiatives that showcase Filipino creativity through sustainable design.

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OFFICE & WAREHOUSE

Poblete Compound, Brgy. Sun Valley, Parañaque City

RETAIL LOCATION

4F Ayala Malls Manila Bay, Tambo, Parañaque City 1701

EMAIL

hello@klaypelph.com

WEBSITE www.klaypelph.com

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