Osas Olumese Training Institute

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...

You can never know it all.... Yes you heard me right. One thing I keep telling persons who come to us, inquiring about our course offering; is that, we can not teach you everything. This is so true and so real about every Fashion school. I am sure your question now is ... but I want to learn everything there is FOCUS... A magnifying lens can only get fire started when it focuses the sun ray. You want your impact to be felt in the Fashion world, then focus,,, as you keep learning every day

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...

You love the glitz and glamour of fashion...:) Who doesn't? There are many parts in a career in the Fashion Industry. One way is to be part of the production process, thus being able to bring your garment imaginations alive. Learn how to sew and draft patterns in May at OOTI Kano. Evening classes also available.

I started learning how to sew at a very young age. When I opened my business, people are always surprised when they come by and they meet me. Some, who do have courage did ask when I started sewing. I do not ascribe what I know today as regards sewing to the fact I started learning early. I had a lot of breaks in between, cause I could not tell my Dad that I was not going to school, so I could do garment production (ehe no go hear ram o). Besides, my father was proud that he could send us to school, seeing that he did not have our privilege, So back to the matter. In my learnings, the thoughtful part of me just knew there was something more and better, that would assure me of consistency in my result. I wanted to know more. I started learning with Mrs Mabel Odumah of Royal Vintage Kano, when I was twelve years old (it was during school breaks) She still does know the in and out of the trade. Me, I was just wanted to get straight to the matter, hitting the nail on the head, my...

We are so excited about 2017. Although 2016, was a good year for us, there is much more unfolding in the year 2017. With the new year, one thing that we must realize is that our goals would not work themselves out. For our dreams to become reality, we must not only plan towards their actualization, but we must work them out. Remember that failure is just an event, it is NOT a person. You may fail, but that does not mean you are a failure. You only need to re-strategize and work at it again. Connect with people who have achieved what you hope to achieve, and ask questions. Attend seminars and workshop, relating to the goals you would like to accomplish. And most importantly, act on what you know. There are no life rehearsals, and for you to accomplish things that have never been done, you have to set out. This is a risk, but you would enjoy the profit, and if you do not profit, you have learnt, do not stay down, GET UP! Let us together make 2017 count NOW. Fo...

Unleash your inner designer with our captivating Corset Course ! Corset Course Designed for advanced fashion enthusiasts in Kano, this course pushes boundaries and challenges your skills. Dive into the art of corset making as you learn to create exquisite designs that flatter and enhance the body. From modest underbust corsets to plunging necklines with full coverage, we'll guide you through various techniques, including waist-snatching and cupped corsets. Join us for this four-week course and embark on a transformative journey of unlearning and relearning. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity!  Learn more about the course here . Register now by purchasing a registration form for just 2,000 Naira, and paying the course fees. Course Fees: 60,000 Naira.  Pay the required fees either by cash or online transfer to the "Osas Olumese" account at any Access Bank branch. Once you've completed these steps, notify us through telephone, WhatsApp,...