Osas Olumese Training Institute

Man cannot discover new oceans  unless he has the courage to  lose sight of the shore .  - Andre Gide -  An essential part of creativity is not being afraid to fail. -Dr Edwin Land- This morning, I found time to do two posts on our Instagram handle @OOTIKano . As I turned on my data this evening I got a notification about a comment...  (who does not like a comment on ones post... call me vain, Nah you sabi) Student's Work: First garment deliverable Excited, I went to check out the comment, to my surprise, a handle I had sometime gone through and admired was the commenter...Yepa😃😄😄 Dont get me wrong, I know we take our time to impact knowledge here at Osas Olumese Training Institute, I know we ensure that the students follow the outlined steps to come up with their unique style, I know we have tweaked and tweaked the curriculum - to ensure that it reflects new trends and maximizes the times students spend with us; but yet an outside opinion, of a hand

I have been thinking about Structures and Systems lately, especially as relates Human Resource. Would you blame me? We are presently a small business seeking to break loose from smallness and scale up. As I write this blog post, I just took a break in drafting an offer letter. this is a first for me, and thanks to google, I am learning new things. I saw this statement online, I think it is profound, and decided to write a blog post around it. "An employee's job is to give his or her best at work every day.  A manager's job is to give that employee a reason to come back to work tomorrow." Source: Forbes.com When I decided to start a business around Sewing, a lot of people who I met always complained about the unreliable nature of tailors. I started business, and started employing... but I did not experience this unreliable nature.... Maybe it was because we did not have a big customer base, or we could afford to hold on a customers clothe for long

Guess what I just googled as relates what this platform is about.... obviously? Sewing playlist Yes...LOL The question is what don't I google? I have done a lot of learning in my sewing an pattern drafting journey, by leveraging on the search ability of google. So here I am thinking of introducing Something New , by way of music into our office work space, and I thought there might just be people who have created a sewing playlist, and have shared it online, so let me leverage on their idea. Talking about Something New ... since last week Saturday, I have been thinking about the Royal Wedding. Yes, you guess right HRH Megan...her wedding dress. We even discussed about it in class during the week.  Let me compose my thoughts into a blog post so we can share our opinion. Osamudiame

How time flies! We are already in the second quarter of 2018, and the question I would love to ask you is this: Are you working on your goals? Here is an opportunity to work on your goal of learning how to sew, in a timely manner. At Osas Olumese Training Institute (OOTI), we offer sewing and Pattern Making training in a timely manner, you would not believe what you would learn in a short time frame. Don't procrastinate again, as we have morning, evening and weekend classes to make the most of your available time. Learn in a fun environment with other creatives. For details about the courses we offer, click here . To talk with Osamudiame, the chief facilitator, call, or send a message to 0708 726 9825

I remember when I was a lot younger… I think I was in secondary school, my mother took me to a tailor to get measured for a garment. According to my mother, this tailor was on-point (you know what I mean) as in his work was beautiful. Learn how to sew at OOTIKano I cannot remember being so excited about it, but who would not love to have more clothe as a child. Fast forward to the day when I received the clothe…. My response was…Is this it? The finishing was poor, the fit was not it. We took it for a number of amendment, and at a point, I just stopped, thinking I would grow to meet the cloth over time LOL. This memory is what caused me to keep asking myself “there must be something more”, as I learnt how to make clothing using the free hand method of doing things. This questions led me to the answer - pattern making. I wanted the focus of my garment to have a lot of emphasis on its Fit and Finish . I would not say I have arrived, but I constantly want to out-do my last job

Happy New Year, from all of us at OOTI Happy New year to you all and your family .  We are so excited about all the things we would be making happen at Osas Olumese Training Institute (OOTI), this year. We would be doing beautiful things, partnering with you... Like the sating goes the more the merrier... And what better way can we have fun than by making beautiful clothes; the energy in the environment during teaching and execution is one that words fail to explain, but the smiles at the end makes the whole journey worthwhile. At Osas Olumese Training Institute (OOTI) have a goal to train a minimum of 50 people by the end of 2018, we have repackaged our courses - upgrading them, with new improved training delivery methods,  to ensure easy step by step guide to making you achieve your goal in a timely manner. At Osas Olumese Training Institute (OOTI)  we train you to become the best and a leader in the industry, you can't get anything better. Registration is on

Get ready to embark on an exhilarating fashion journey like no other! Introducing our Foundations to Sewing and Pattern Drafting Course - women's wea r. This course is specially designed to ignite your passion for fashion and unleash your creativity in the world of pattern making. Perfect for fashion enthusiasts and beginners alike, this course will take you on an exciting adventure through the art of pattern making. Explore a wide range of skirt variations as we delve into manipulating skirt blocks to create stunning designs. From bias cut skirts to pleated wonders, you'll learn how to bring your unique style to life. But that's not all! We'll also dive deep into creating intricate bodice styles like cowl necks, raglans, and illusion off-shoulder necklines. Get ready to master the art of the fitted bodice and bring your fashion dreams to reality. Yummy Mummy rocking her Cowl Top (Class Work) and lovely Skirt Throughout the course, you'll create custom bloc

The Starter: Sewing and Pattern Drafting Course – Skirts covers an introduction to sewing and pattern drafting, and teach students on drafting and manipulating a basic skirt block resulting in a variety of skirts.  We'll look at how to draft flared skirts, including A–line flares and bias flares (mermaid skirt).  You'll also learn to make gathered and pleated skirts—specifically inverted box pleats, and knife pleats. We'll move on to going step–by–step through drafting different styles from the block.  You'll explore how to lower the waistline and add a contoured waistband (bask),  Create an empire (high waist) waistline complete with a facing. You can add a twist to your skirt with a peplum, or flounce. And yes!, a wrap skirt,  Godet skirts,  Pieces skirts… So much interesting skirt styles, your wardrobe would not be lacking . Duration: Weekday Option: 8 weeks (four times a week) Evening Classes: 10 weeks (three times a week)

We would sincerely like to appreciate you for choosing us in your pursuit for sewing and pattern drafting knowledge. 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: Starter: Sewing and Pattern Drafting Course – Skirts Sewing and Pattern Drafting Course – Bodice Jacket Making Course Trouser Making Course For details on the courses, please check the Course Page Tab Each course would run for four to eight (4 - 8) weeks, four times weekly. In order to maximize the available space, two courses would run almost concurrently, with one running between the hours of 9:00am and 1:30pm (Tuesdays to Fridays), while the other would run between the hours of 11:00am and 3:30pm (Mondays to Thursdays). In 2018, we would continue having evening and weekend classes to accommodate persons who love to maximize their

It is not unpopular to do reviews and re-strategize in order to get better results. We are so excited to tell you that we have once again revisited our curriculum, and we have made changes, which would help prospective student achieve their goals in an effective and efficient way. 

          L-R Osamudiame (Chief Facilitator OOTI), Tunde, Juliet, Femi. Celebrting Femi's birthday BY: TUNDE SHOREMEKUN Hi beautiful people, let’s face it, to be a fashion designer is NO joke, from the never ending late nights, to the numerous pin pricks, to the sleepless nights because you have this idea for a beautiful garment and you are thinking of how to go about the construction, to the annoying little things that can go wrong with your sewing machine, it’s a love-hate thing, but all you need is a whole lot of perseverance, love for fashion and a little luck. Now, you are looking for the perfect place to learn about the (not so) glamorous world of fashion designing in a perfectly conducive environment, with a beginner’s friendly curriculum, then dear friend I have the proficient solution “ Osas Olumese Training Institute ” is the right fit for you. OOTI was introduced to me by a friend, on getting there, after being wowed by the property and equipment of the

Happy Sunday people, It seems I am having fun typing away. I hope this continues, so I can load this blog with so much of my musings about FASHION of course. So today, I went to the market after service (please don't judge me)... guilty conscience . I then decided to get myself my current favorite biscuit... Igloo Coconut Cookies. As I pointed it to the biscuit to the seller, a lady I met there told me about this NEW biscuit, I should try... OK. I left what I had in mind to buy, and got myself this NEW biscuit. As soon as I  had the opportunity,  I opened the biscuit to enjoy it. It was nice, but to me, it did not measure up to Igloo Coconut Cookies... my opinion My point here is after getting the information from the lady, I decided to take a risk, and try. As the saying goes "The proof of the pudding is in the eating". Confidence can only be built when to you step out on your own. Look at a child learning to walk... He takes a step, falls down, stands, a

Are you a Corper serving in Kano state? Are you interested in acquiring Sewing and Pattern Making skill during your service year? Then this is for you. We are giving 50% discount to Corpers in both our Evening and Weekend class. ·          Learn in a conducive environment. ·          Join the Pattern makers. ·          Learn from scratch; Pattern Making and Sewing ·          Hone your skills and solidify best practices in the design discipline. ·      Meet and rub minds with our expert faculty, as they bring their professional industry experience to our classrooms, providing students with a unique hands-on environment to prepare for their fashion careers. This discount is only available to current serving Corpers, as your Identity card would be needed for the registration. Each course goes for a discounted price of up to 50%; you would need the   Sewing kit for your practical work. There is an extra N5,000 refundable caution fee which covers damages

Hello... It has been on my mind to share with you some of the things we take our students through at OOTI, but the time to sit down and blog has to be planned, since I am not a full time blogger (for now). As we introduce our new students to the world of sewing and pattern making, we also introduce them to the basic mathematics of converting from centimeter to inch and vice versa. During the course of the week, as I taught new students on Calibration , I could read the expression on their faces ( Not again, I thought I was done with maths... LOL). The good news is that; it is more about the application of mathematics to what we do :) Now to the topic at hand: Why do we need to do this conversion in the first place? Generally, we at OOTI take measurement on the human body using inch, but we follow some pattern instructions ( Winifred Aldrich ) that  makes use of  centimeters, thus the need to know how to do the conversion.In between, if you must know, I think in inches. goo

Beautiful. Organza for me has from the beginning been the fabric we use to make our best selling Rose Brooch. When shopping for it, I always looked for a stiff one, as it would result in a brooch that stands firm. Of late, I have been seeing organza being used as an add-on fabric to “Jazz” up a garment. Knowing the kind of organza available in the market would not work for this purpose, I began my research on organza. I then found that there is a silk organza, knowing what the silk fabric felt like, I decided that this must be what is used to do the magic in garments. The Kano market is somewhat restricted in what is being sold. Generally, people love to stock their shop with fabrics in high demand, and organza in this area - is not such a fabric, not to get started talking about silk organza. But guess what? I found it. It was stocked but a Bail fabric (usually sample fabric, and sometimes factory reject, but most times, you find unique, and quality fabric ….Ab

How time flies… I was just going through the blog post we put during the year, and it got me thinking… We have grown as an institute, and we have been privileged to impart our knowledge to individuals who keep inspiring us to do more. As we make plans for 2017. We are re-strategizing for effectiveness, and below are some of the things we would be doing

Looking for an unforgetable summer experience for your children?... Look no further Engage your child's creativity, take advantage of the OOTI Summer Fashion School for young adults within the ages of 9 and 16. We would take your child on a journey of self expression through fashion. It is exciting to know also that the course would also  cover spending/financial management - teaching your little ones how they can earn from their work. Your children will learn and have fun in a creative atmosphere, while engaging in tasks that encourage teamwork. Give your child a summer to remember, register now Classes start on Monday 8th August to Wednesday 7th September; running for 5 weeks, three times weekly (Mondays, Tuesday & Wednesday) The course fee is Twenty thousand naira (N20, 000) and includes their course materials. They may need to bring their lunch packs, as deemed fit by you the parent / guardian. Time:   10AM - 1PM.   Venue: 1B Airport Road op

Some exciting opportunities for creatives.  Learn how to make Ankara Accessories,  channel your ideas in creating unique pieces. The course would expose you to the frame work, which would serve as basics, in your journey in making Accessories using Fabric. This course is for you if You have flair for making things yourself You are looking for a new hobby You are looking for an extra stream of income The Ankara Accessories Training organised by Osas Olumese Training Institute (Kano) in conjunction with Made Perfect(Lagos) is a MUST for you. This four days long course would expose you to on how to make fabulous accessories. You would learn how to make Brooches Hair Accessories Bow Tie Earring and Bracelet Slippers Neckpiece Purse/bags And so much more... not forgetting the tricks of the trade you would be exposed to, and the icing on the cake you get to meet other creative minds. What are you waiting for... The available space is filling up. Regis

Okay. ..  I guess you have an idea of what  this post  is about, but before I go to the main gist, let me give you this side gist about me - Osamudiame Olumese. Osamudiame Olumese doing her thing I somehow have always wanted  to be involved  in the process of making clothing, thanks to my late Aunty  Bridget. So I started learning how to sew early, before my teen-age, as an apprentice  with my lovely Mommy  Mabel Odumah of Royal Vintage.

Good news... We are having a time of our lives  learning at OOTI. I used to wonder at the saying: if you teach others, you would understand  better. That is what this class, Basic Patternmaking : Bodice  has been. The students and lecturer learning. The good news for today  is..... Ankara  Accessories  training  would be holding in April . So, so,  so excited about this. Be prepared  to be part of this class, we would be  having a special  facilitator take the class, and it promises to be fun, fun fun. So so excited. Watch this space for more information. Please leave  your comments,  and share☺