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Kano based Fashion Designers: Let's Connect

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So much we can do together, .... if and when we collaborate. I have been thinking on a lot of things lately, as I have time on my hands as afforded by this COVID-19 lock-down. Me: Osamudiame As Fashion Designers here in Kano.... on our own, we can do ALOT, But together, we can do MUCH MORE. This is only possible, on the platform of Collaboration. Yes!!! you heard me right. We need to come together, speak with one voice, to amplify our collective work. How I wish there exists a platform that can act as a vehicle to achieve this (If wishes were horses, beggars would ride). So here is what I can do, and here is what I am already doing.... I AM THE CHANGE. Taking calculated steps that would cause a ripple effect, that translates into what we all want to see. I can not do this alone. So I have been in talks with other creatives, so that through our collective efforts, we can cast the spotlight on designers, starting from Kano Designers. It has really being exciting thus far. I thought I

Hopeful May

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What you feel, is a choice for you to make. At this times, we have chosen to be hopeful, ...  smiling through it all. Its a new month, and God is good. Its been a while since we last posted on the blog, but we sure can still talk about the ongoing events. Osas Olumese Training Institute, Kano has been closed since the lock down began here in Kano State, about two week ago, due to COVID-19. This means that we have not been engaging in any business activities.... we haven't been training students in the science and art of sewing and pattern drafting. Although we miss all the busy-ness at the office, we choose to see the silver lining.  It has been a time of going back to the drawing board to think out new, improved and better ways to serve our students better. If at all we downplayed online sewing and pattern drafting classes, as never before, this season has made obvious the need. Although we would still have physical classes after the lockdown,

Subtle Change in Curriculum

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It is a good day. Excited about this year, and we are not afraid to make changes... Just to ensure you get the best of our service. This change is needed, due to observations from the past. We are splitting the Starter Course-Skirt into two parts.... This change is necessary,  as we observed that some novice to sewing (some maybe with a little experience,  or some forms of online learning, with little or no practical experience), come to us, preferring to start at the bodice class. Although, when we receive inquiries, we explain,  what each class entail. It seems,  it is not well understood, or the prospect is trying to reduce cost, thus opting out from the class which should be his or her foundation and benefit. This results in branching outside the curriculum,  when we find out that students who ought to be grounded in certain basics, find it had to understand or execute simple task.... thus increasing the time frame for the course. Henceforth,  ca

Hello February: Starting a Fashion School

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The need for quality fashion education is on the rise. Many businesses are looking to start a fashion school as part of their offering, or to give structure to their already existent apprenticeship scheme. For us at Osas Olumese, we have, as part of our offering a fashion school. The enquiry we have received since the year began has been....plenry (pardon my pidgin). A lot of the enquiry has been coming in from business owner... looking to set their own strucure,  in the disguise of wanting to enroll their ward (LOL. .. yes we knew your aim)... Anyways, the sky is too big for two birds to collide. So this post is for business owners... As a business owner, looking to start a skill acquisition center, fashion school's,  structure your apprenticeship scheme,  or whatever you choose to call it.... You must first understand your self Understand your target market. .. This knowledge will help you structure your offering,  because, this is a service.

What Steps are you Taking Towards Achieving your 2020 Goals?

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At the beginning of each year, we do get loads of inquiries regarding our courses. This ginger which propelled them to send that DM, whatsApp, call, or even visit our location, sadly does not turn to actual enrollment, for many. We also found that for those who register, the community formed with other creatives at our Fashion School, spur them to out-do themselves. Who are you? We are excited, to work with persons who are relentless in achieving their 2020 goals learning to sew. Our curriculum that ensures you maximize the time spent with us has been tested and is trusted. Our Fashion School facility is very conducive for learning. What is the reason why you won’t work towards your passion for fashion? For details about our offering click here . To speak or chat (WhatsApp) to our personnel, call 07087269825

Habits Determines your Results

A habit one forms, leads to character Anything worth doing at all is worth doing well My Mother I remember these words of my mother while growing up; even till this day she keeps saying it. While growing up, on hearing these words, I would feel like pulling out my hair, as most times the words are provoked by a poorly done chore. Mummy always loved work to be done to perfection, and she doesn't accept anything less. If she notices any imperfections, she will voice out those words of hers. These words framed my work habit, thus I ensured that whatever I did, I do it in the best possible way I know it can be done. I notice that persons who learn the skill of sewing in a haphazard manner, always find it difficult to change the narrative when they become experts. The truth is that you bring your personality and your work habit into anything you do, and learning a skill also. A conscious effort to put your best from the start... Ensuring that stitches are sewn perfectly

Fashion Course we Offer, and How to get Registered

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It seems a lot of people have high ginger, this year 2020. We have received a lot of enquiry,  and we are so excited about the people who are gingered to turn their passion for fashion into tangibly. Welcome to the official blog of Osas Olumese Training Institute, the Number 1 Fashion School in Northern Nigeria. The courses we offer, and their prices are: Start course - skirt. ... 50,000 naira Bodice Course..... 50,000 naira Jacket Course.... 30,000 naira Trouser Course .... 30,000 naira Details of what the courses are about,  can be found here . Payments should be made to  Osas Olumese  0075282528  Access Bank  For each course,  there is an additional refundable fee, which is dependent on the class option of choice (10,000 naira for saturday classes and 5,000 naira for other options). This covers damages  and unnecessary extensions to the course. It is paid at the beginning of the course, and refunded at the end of the course Our class options are Weekda