From Thread to Finished Garment — Hands-On Creative Mastery
This area introduces learners to textile skills through hands-on design and creation. Students develop fine motor skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities while understanding the practical value of textile craftsmanship — a core CBC Home Science competency.
Sewing & Garment Construction
Our lab features modern sewing machines where students learn pattern drafting, cutting, and stitching techniques to bring their creative ideas to life — developing technical precision alongside artistic expression.
Learners explore basic sewing techniques and fabric handling, safe use of sewing tools and simple machines, pattern following and garment construction basics — building problem-solving abilities with real-world application.
Textile Science & African Prints
Explore the vibrant world of textiles. Learners study fibres, weaves, and the cultural significance of African prints, while experimenting with dyeing and surface design techniques that connect fashion to heritage.
Learners discover the stories woven into Kitenge, Ankara, and Maasai Shuka — their patterns, history, and how they are celebrated and reinterpreted in contemporary fashion, building cultural pride alongside practical design skills.
Creative Fashion Exhibition
Showcase your masterpieces. The end of our practical session features a "runway" experience where learners present their constructed garments, building confidence, self-expression, and the pride that comes from creating something entirely their own.
This performance element integrates CBC Communication, Social Skills, and Creative Arts outcomes — learners receive constructive peer feedback and learn to articulate their design choices, building presentation skills alongside creativity.
"Nothing builds a learner's confidence like wearing a garment they made with their own hands — and presenting it to an audience with pride."
— Tripper CBC Learners Ltd Brochure
CBC Learning Areas Supported by Zone 5.5
Stitch Your Path to Success
Book a practical CBC Textile & Fashion learning experience. All activities are supervised, age-appropriate, and aligned with Kenya's CBC Home Science competency framework.
Kenol – Makuyu