Mastering a Noble Craft. Building a Future with Skill and Precision.

By Delight Technical College | Nairobi CBD

Introduction: Where Fabric Meets Form and Craft Becomes Legacy

Before there were fashion designers…
Before there were boutiques and fashion houses…
Before there were ready-made garments in shops…

There were tailors.

There were men and women who measured bodies with trained eyes.
There were hands that cut cloth with precision.
There were needles that stitched with discipline and patience.
There were garments shaped perfectly for the human form.

Tailoring is not just sewing.
Tailoring is engineering with fabric.
It is architecture on the human body.
It is one of the most respected crafts in the history of clothing.

And today, at Delight Technical College, this timeless profession is preserved, modernised, and passed on through the Fashion Design (Tailoring) – Artisan Certificate (TVET Level 3).

Located in the heart of Nairobi CBD on Muindi Mbingu Street, opposite Jevanjee Gardens, Delight Technical College stands as one of Kenya’s most respected technical training institutions. With over 8 years of technical education excellence, Delight is approved by the Ministry of Education and fully accredited by TVETA (TVETA/PRIVATE/TVC/0080/2022).

If you have ever dreamed of:

Becoming a professional tailor
Making suits, shirts, trousers, and jackets
Owning a tailoring shop
Learning a respected and profitable trade
Mastering garment construction from scratch

Then the Fashion Design (Tailoring) – Artisan course is where your journey begins.

What Is Tailoring?

Tailoring is the professional craft of designing, cutting, sewing, fitting, and finishing structured garments; especially men’s wear and formal clothing.

Tailoring focuses on:

Suits
Jackets
Trousers
Shirts
Coats
Uniforms

It is the art of shaping fabric to fit the body perfectly using precision, structure, and technique.

A tailor does not just sew clothes.
A tailor sculpts garments.
A tailor understands proportions, balance, and form.
A tailor creates clothing that enhances confidence, authority, and presence.

From business suits to ceremonial uniforms, tailoring remains one of the most respected skills in the fashion world.

The History of Tailoring: A Craft of Kings, Soldiers, and Gentlemen

Tailoring has a rich and powerful history.

Ancient Civilisations

In ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, clothing was draped and hand-stitched. As societies evolved, fitted garments emerged — and so did tailoring.

Medieval Europe

Tailors became members of royal courts and noble households. They made:

Royal robes
Military uniforms
Ceremonial garments
Noble attire

Tailors were highly respected craftsmen.

The Rise of the Suit

In the 17th and 18th centuries, tailoring evolved into what we know today. The modern suit was born in Europe, and tailoring became a profession of precision and status.

Tailoring in Africa

Tailoring has always played a vital role in African society:

Traditional men’s garments
Ceremonial attire
Community uniforms
Cultural clothing

In Kenya, tailoring has dressed:

School children
Professionals
Religious leaders
Government officials
Wedding parties

Tailors have always been pillars of the community.

Modern Tailoring

Today, tailoring blends:

Tradition
Technology
Fashion
Business

A modern tailor is a fashion entrepreneur.

The Impact of Tailoring Through Generations

Tailoring has shaped families, communities, and economies for centuries.

1. Economic Empowerment

Tailoring has:

Paid school fees
Built homes
Supported families
Created businesses

A sewing machine has built generations.

2. Skill Transfer

Tailoring is passed from:

Father to son
Mother to daughter
Master to apprentice

It is knowledge preserved through practice.

3. Youth Employment

Tailoring remains one of the most reliable trades for youth employment.

4. Cultural Identity

Tailors preserve:

Traditional wear
Ceremonial dress
Cultural expression

5. Fashion Industry Growth

Every fashion house relies on tailors.

Tailoring is the backbone of garment production.

Why Tailoring Still Matters Today

In a world of mass-produced clothing, tailored garments stand out.

People want:

Perfect fit
Custom design
Quality craftsmanship
Professional appearance

Tailors provide what factories cannot — precision and personalisation.

Understanding TVET and Artisan Training

TVET focuses on practical, job-ready skills.

An Artisan Certificate (Level 3) is designed for:

Beginners
School leavers
Career changers
Entrepreneurs

It prepares you for immediate employment or self-employment.

At Delight Technical College, the Tailoring course is examined by TVET-CDACC, making it nationally recognised.

What Is Fashion Design (Tailoring) – Artisan?

This is a TVET Level 3 Artisan qualification that trains students in professional tailoring.

It is ideal for:

KCPE leavers
KCSE graduates
Anyone passionate about fashion
Tailors who want certification
Entrepreneurs who want to start tailoring businesses

It equips you with skills for immediate income generation.

Why Choose Delight Technical College?

Delight Technical College is a centre of craftsmanship and career building.

1. Fully Accredited

Approved by the Ministry of Education and TVETA.

2. Practical-First Training

You spend most of your time cutting, sewing, fitting, and constructing garments.

3. Experienced Instructors

Learn from professional tailors and fashion designers.

4. Flexible Learning Options

Day, evening, and weekend classes.

5. Prime Nairobi CBD Location

Easily accessible from all parts of Nairobi.

6. Entrepreneurship Training

Learn how to run a tailoring business.

7. Modern Workshops

Well-equipped sewing and fashion labs.

8. Industry Exposure

Fashion shows, exhibitions, and attachments.

9. Progressive Pathways

Advance to Certificate, Higher Certificate, and Diploma.

10. Supportive Learning Environment

Friendly, creative, and inspiring.

Course Overview: Fashion Design (Tailoring) – Artisan

Qualification

Level: TVET Level 3 Artisan
Certification Body: TVET-CDACC
Duration: 1 Year

Minimum Entry Requirements

KCPE or
KCSE (any grade) or
An equivalent qualification recognised by KNQA

This makes the course accessible to everyone.

Course Units: What You Will Learn

1. Introduction to Tailoring

History of tailoring
Tools and equipment
Fabric types
Sewing machine operation

2. Garment Construction

Measurements
Pattern drafting
Cutting techniques
Sewing methods
Finishing techniques

3. Men’s Wear Construction

Shirts
Trousers
Jackets
Suits

4. Fitting and Alteration

Body fitting
Adjustments
Repairs
Redesign

5. Industrial Attachment

Real-world training in tailoring shops and fashion houses.

Life as a Tailoring Student at Delight

Your day is filled with discipline and creativity.

You measure.
You cut.
You stitch.
You fit.
You construct.

You learn not just how to sew — but how to engineer garments.

Tuition Fees and Charges

Tuition Fees

Ksh 40,000 per term

Other Administrative Charges

Statutory Fees: Ksh 12,000 per year
Attachment Fees: Ksh 10,000 per year
TVET-CDACC Exam Fees: Ksh 8,000 per module

Bank Payment Details

Bank: KCB Bank Kenya
Branch: Biashara Street
Account Name: Delight Technical College
Account Number: 01129558232700

Registration Requirements

Copy of KCPE/KCSE Certificate
Copy of National ID
Copy of Birth Certificate
2 Passport Size Photos

How to Apply

Step 1: Visit the Campus

Muindi Mbingu Street, Opposite Jevanjee Gardens
1st Floor, Delight Center, Nairobi CBD

Step 2: Contact Admissions

+254 722 533 771
+254 724 566 088
www.delight.ac.ke
info@delight.ac.ke

Step 3: Submit Your Documents

Step 4: Choose Your Study Mode

Step 5: Begin Your Tailoring Journey

Career Opportunities After Graduation

You can work as:

Tailor
Fashion Assistant
Garment Maker
Boutique Assistant
Uniform Maker
Fashion Entrepreneur

You can also progress to:

Fashion Design Technology – Certificate
Fashion Design Technology – Higher Certificate
Fashion Design – Diploma

How This Course Transforms Lives

Tailoring gives you:

A lifelong skill
Financial independence
Career flexibility
Creative expression
Entrepreneurial power

It turns craft into career.

Tailoring and Kenya’s Creative Economy

Tailoring fuels:

Fashion industry
Textile sector
Education sector
Corporate sector
Tourism
Youth employment

It is a pillar of Kenya’s creative economy.

Your Future Starts With Skill and Precision

Every great designer started as a tailor.
Every fashion empire began with a sewing machine.
Every successful workshop started with one client.

Your story can start here.

Join Delight Technical College Today

If you have ever dreamed of mastering tailoring, owning a tailoring business, or building a respected trade — this is your moment.

The Fashion Design (Tailoring) – Artisan Course (TVET Level 3) at Delight Technical College is your first step into a proud, profitable, and creative career.

Visit us today:
Delight Technical College
Muindi Mbingu Street, Opposite Jevanjee Gardens
1st Floor, Delight Center, Nairobi CBD

Call or WhatsApp:
+254 722 533 771
+254 724 566 088

Website: www.delight.ac.ke
Email: info@delight.ac.ke

Delight Technical College

8 Years of Technical Education Excellence
Accredited by TVETA
Training the Future of Kenya’s Fashion Industry

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