Courses

Our Courses have been developed to meet you at any point in your sewing and pattern drafting quest, suiting your specific need for new knowledge especially in pattern drafting.
 

 So whether you are a busy professional, a student looking to maximize holiday season, or a tailor, looking to learn how to draft patterns, we have an option to suit you.

We would love to inform you of some changes that would be effected in 2018.

 We have made changes to the curriculum we have been using, and are excited about this. Our course offering .has reduced to four courses, and they are:

Foundation Course in Sewing and Pattern Drafting
Skirt Variation Course – Skirts

 Sewing and Pattern Drafting Course – Bodice

 Jacket Making Course

Trouser Making Course

 Registration takes place at each stage to enable prospective students plan their time and finances.
To find out about each course, click on it.

 You will be required to provide your Sewing Kit. 

Contact Details:
If you have any questions regarding any of our Courses, please contact us through any of the following means:

Office Address:           Number 28 Airport Road, Opposite Kabo Holding. Kano, Kano State
Opening Hours:          Mondays - Fridays: 9AM - 7PM
                                      Saturdays: 11:30 AM - 3:30
                                        Sundays: Closed

Telephone (Office Hours):    + 234 812 700 8535
SMS / WhatsApp:                 + 234 812 700 8535

E-Mail:                                   osasolumese@gmail.com

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We look forward to you joining us.

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