Nigerian fashion designer, Oluwaseun Kuforiji, has made history by setting the Guinness World Record for the longest sewing marathon.
According to report, he achieved this incredible feat by hand-sewing 22 items over 106 hours and 55 minutes.
This remarkable “sew-a-thon” took place in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun state, from January 22 to 26, 2025.
“The longest sewing marathon is 106 hr 55 min 20 sec, and was achieved by Oluwaseun Kuforiji (Nigeria) in Ijebuode, Ogun, Nigeria, from 22 January to 26 January 2025.
“Oluwaseun hopes to promote fashion craftsmanship and inspire creativity in others. He sewed 22 items during his attempt”, the post reads.
Kuforiji’s goal was to highlight the importance of craftsmanship and creativity in the fashion industry.
He hopes to inspire others to promote fashion craftsmanship and creativity.
The fashion designer took to Instagram to express his excitement and gratitude, saying, “It’s Official! I am beyond thrilled to announce that my Guinness World Record attempt has been officially approved! I am now the record holder for the Longest Sewing Marathon with an incredible time of 106 hours, 55 minutes, and 20 seconds!
“This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support, encouragement, and prayers from my family, friends, team, and well-wishers. I sincerely appreciate everyone who stood by me throughout this journey. Your belief in me kept me going.
He hopes to inspire others to promote fashion craftsmanship and creativity.
The fashion designer took to Instagram to express his excitement and gratitude, saying, “It’s Official! I am beyond thrilled to announce that my Guinness World Record attempt has been officially approved! I am now the record holder for the Longest Sewing Marathon with an incredible time of 106 hours, 55 minutes, and 20 seconds!
“This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support, encouragement, and prayers from my family, friends, team, and well-wishers. I sincerely appreciate everyone who stood by me throughout this journey. Your belief in me kept me going.
He hopes to inspire others to promote fashion craftsmanship and creativity.
The fashion designer took to Instagram to express his excitement and gratitude, saying, “It’s Official! I am beyond thrilled to announce that my Guinness World Record attempt has been officially approved! I am now the record holder for the Longest Sewing Marathon with an incredible time of 106 hours, 55 minutes, and 20 seconds!
“This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support, encouragement, and prayers from my family, friends, team, and well-wishers. I sincerely appreciate everyone who stood by me throughout this journey. Your belief in me kept me going”.
“Thank you all for being part of this historic moment.”
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