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Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind African Custom Clothing Experience. Our exclusive offering on TripAdvisor combines a vibrant fabric tour with the unique opportunity to craft your own garment.
Discover the rich tapestry of African textiles as you explore a variety of fabrics, each with its own story and heritage. Select your favorite pattern, then join us in our workshop where the magic unfolds. You'll participate in the measuring and cutting process before our seasoned tailors guide you through sewing your piece. As the garment takes shape, indulge in local snacks, and watch as our experts add the perfect finishing touches.
Leave not just with a custom-fit piece of African fashion, but with a memorable experience that stitches together culture, creativity, and craftsmanship.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Travelers will be meet at their hotel lobby or a pickup point
Infront of the new makola shopping mall building close to the Ghana law school.
What to expect
● I will walk or transport you to the Makola fabric market, where you will be given a fabric tour. You will get to know the various types of fabric in Ghana and get to know the names and the meanings of the various symbols in the fabrics.
● You will select a unique African print that you love from a hundred options.
● Afterwards, you will be taken to our workshop to learn how to take body measurements for the making of your custom African wear
● Cut the pattern and pieces for your custom African wear (shirt, dress, or caftan) or any other item made in African print (discuss with us via message on the possibility )
● Learn basic stitching or hand sewing in a practical lesson, while putting together your garment (expert studio assistant will guide or assist you )
● While you enjoy your snacks, your dress, shirt, or caftan will be completed by our assistant.
● You will go home with your custom African wear.
● Lastly, you will be dropped off at your hotel.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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