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"Raven is a fantastic craftswoman. Her work on my sweater was beautiful. Highly recommend. "
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Zeena was a pleasure to deal with and also does a fantastic job. For any tradies needing something done to there work gear definitely go see zeena .. awesome work
Alteration
$40
Sunny did such a beautiful job on my wedding dress. It seemed like a very big task which she finished very promptly.
Hem wedding dress
$200
Great work, friendly and affordable.
Sewing alterations
$30
Amazing service and advice.
I need alterations services
$80
Zeena was very friendly and really efficient. She did a fantastic job with hemming my pants.
I need alterations services
$50
Zeena is incredible and very helpful with my requests. She is highly recommended.
Swimwear and pant alterations
$70
What's the average cost of an alteration expert in Melbourne
$30 - $90
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$30
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$50
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$90
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"Shuba did a good job on the jacket, thank you."
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"Annette was sensational! Prompt service with a smile! "
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"Great communication and did a fantastic job hemming my curtain! Would see again for future jobs. "
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Recent School Uniform Alterations reviews in Melbourne
Annette was the best an absolute delight! Thank you xxxx
Sewing on Labels - School clothes
$120
What's the average cost of a school uniform alteration service in Melbourne
$19 - $81
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$19
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$47
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$81
Average reviews for School Uniform Alterations Services in Melbourne
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5
Best rated dress alteration experts near me
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"Krupa was fantastic- she did a great job fixing my clothes. She was friendly, so fast and my clothes look and fit ama..."
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"Amazing work! My knitted items look as good as new! Highly recommended for such quality work! 5+ stars! "
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"Great communication and did a fantastic job hemming my curtain! Would see again for future jobs. "
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Recent Dress Alterations reviews in Melbourne
Amazing job! Completed quicker than asked! Highly recommend!
Dress alterations
$50
Amy did a great job taking in my dress, and was very friendly and easy to work with.
Dress alteration to make it smaller
$65
Shubha did an amazing job and finished my alterations in no time. Highly recommend
Dress alteration
$75
Great service.
Dress alteration
$100
Amy was so lovely to deal with, very prompt too. Thank you
Dress Alterations
$100
Fantastic work thank you! Exactly as requested
Dress alteration
$40
What's the average cost of a dress alteration expert in Melbourne
$35 - $100
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$35
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"Krupa was fantastic- she did a great job fixing my clothes. She was friendly, so fast and my clothes look and fit ama..."
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"Shuba did a good job on the jacket, thank you."
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Recent Garment Shortening reviews in Melbourne
Great job Amy
Pants shortened
$12
Fast and friendly
Shorten and slightly bring in pants.
$50
Jenifer was fabulous, so fast and friendly, quality work
Shorten straps on linen top
$35
Very happy with everything! Quick and efficient service, and was able to work around my schedule. Highly recommend Zeena’s services!
Need a pair of jeans professionally shortened
$25
Fast and careful completion of task. Thanks, Jenifer!
Curtains shortened
$30
Fantastic, professional job and super fast! Thank you 😊
Hem (shorten) one pair of curtains
$50
What's the average cost of a garment shortening expert in Melbourne
$25 - $61
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$25
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$45
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$61
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"Raven is a fantastic craftswoman. Her work on my sweater was beautiful. Highly recommend. "
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"Amazing work! Very friendly and easy to communicate with. Her work space is lovely as well! "
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What does a clothing alteration include?
Your seamstress or tailor is skilled in working with textiles, but especially clothing, to create, repair, and alter clothes. Here are some of the most popular alteration services and what you can expect when you book them:
Sewing
Need some custom sewing work to create a design from scratch or custom-fit to your size? Hire a seamstress or dressmaker to create or customise your dress or garment with great attention to detail. They’ll start by measuring your shape and size with a soft tape measure to ensure the perfect fit. They’ll consult with you on designs and fabrics, before choosing or customising a pattern and cutting out the pieces. They’ll sew your garment or dress, taking care to finish off any edges with an overlocking stitch. Most dressmakers will request you to come in for a final fitting where you can try on the (mostly finished) garment and they can make final adjustments.
Formal wear alterations
When you want to look your best, it’s so important that your clothing is tailored to perfectly fit. Whether you need bridal alterations, school graduation alterations, wedding dress alterations, corporate wear alterations, or suit alterations nearby your location, a professional seamstress can help. They’ll take your exact measurements and then ask you to try on the outfit or dress, ideally with the shoes you plan to wear. Then they’ll note or mark up any parts that need taking in or loosening, and where the hem needs to sit based on your shoe height. They’ll use a mixture of machine and hand-sewing techniques to alter your clothing and finalise everything with a final fitting before your event.
Clothing adjustments
Most clothes you buy off the rack won’t fit perfectly, or you might need your favourite clothes adjusted for your body shape over time. Book clothing alterations around your area to help with dress shortening, garment shortening, and even school uniform alterations for those kids who won’t stop growing. Clothing adjustments usually involve taking seams in or out and adjusting the hem. Most hems have a few centimetres of extra fabric, so you can add extra length, or take it up for the perfect fit.
Clothing repairs
When your favourite dress or pants break, you don’t have to throw them away. Get professional tailors or seamstresses to take a look and see if they can save your clothes with techniques like zipper repair, seam repair, new lining, hole patching, button sewing, and more. Extend the life of your clothes - it’s better for the environment and much more budget-friendly, too.
Recent Alterations tasks in Melbourne
Clothing alteration - 1 item
$40
Alphington VIC, Australia
29th Jun 2024
Alter one for pant - waist, hem, and possibly taper
Absolutely amazing - thanks so much for
Large zip replacement on cushion
$50
St Kilda VIC, Australia
24th Jun 2024
Broken zip on cushion. Need replaced asap and ready by Thursday June 25
Good communication and easy to deal with
Alterations
$10
Melbourne VIC, Australia
22nd Jun 2024
I bought pants that needs alteration.
5 stars 🌟 Timely And prompt
2 coat buttons stitch and open pant alteration
$5
Docklands VIC, Australia
20th Jun 2024
I have a coat and a button, just need to stitch 2 buttons with black thread and second need the alteration of a pant.
Clothing alterations
$150
Melbourne VIC, Australia
19th Jun 2024
I need a couple of clothing items taken up and taken in.
Dress alteration
$40
Windsor VIC, Australia
17th Jun 2024
I have a dress that is a little too long at the back and trails on the floor so needs taking up. Ideally someone located close to Windsor 3181. Thanks!
Zip repair
$25
Richmond VIC, Australia
6th Jun 2024
Require zip repair of couch cushions
I need to shorten 2 jeans (same model and size)
$30
St Kilda VIC, Australia
5th Jun 2024
I bought 2 jeans same model and size and need them to be shorten both exactly the same,
Adrian is very professional and great communication. Highly recommended
Clothing alterations - pick up and drop off
$200
Fitzroy North VIC, Australia
25th May 2024
Taking jeans up Bust darts to dress Alterations to top Taking jeans in Widening waist on jeans with supplied fabric
Dress alterations
$100
Elwood VIC, Australia
22nd May 2024
I would like this dress taken in slightly around the top of the bodice, sew in a push up bra and shortened. Adding a bustle would also be great. It is fully sequined. I live in Elwood VIC. Open to all cost-effective suggestions. As I would be only wearing it once, I don't want to spend a fortune! Looking forward to hearing from you soon. - Due date: Flexible
Shorten long sleeves on a t-shirt with a sewing machine
$20
Balaclava VIC, Australia
22nd May 2024
White long sleeved t-shirt with sleeves that are about 3 inches too long for me to wear. Would like the alteration done by machine so that it looks professional.
Zip alteration
$50
Brunswick VIC, Australia
21st May 2024
I am wondering if it is possible to alter the zip to remove the part at the top which has broken but keep the remainder of the zip intact.
Pant alterations
$10
Melbourne VIC, Australia
20th May 2024
Just need to shorten the length
Clothing alteration
$60
Elwood VIC, Australia
16th May 2024
I bought this dress and it doesn’t quite zip up! I don’t have time to get a new dress and I really like this one. I’m not sure my options but I was hoping to either to somehow take material from the bottom and extend that zipper section, Or alternatively take the zipper off and add a corset style back, or if you have any other ideas about options
Shirt size alteration
$10
Southbank VIC, Australia
15th May 2024
I have few shirts which need length alteration. I am happy to drive to shop or home to drop-off and pick up.
Sewing cushion covers with zippers
$120
Northcote VIC, Australia
14th May 2024
I am looking for an experienced seamstress who can cut and sew cushion covers. We would like to start by making cushions covers made for a single armchair (seat and back cushion). Fabric, foam, dacron and zipper will be provided.
Dress making for bridesmaid
$5
Toorak VIC, Australia
24th Apr 2024
I need a bridesmaid dress to be mafe urgently. If you can help please message me with your offer.
Great couturier, friendly, super experienced, reliable with excellent eyes for details. Highly recommended A++++
Hem 4 x t shirts (shorten)
$60
Brunswick East VIC, Australia
19th Apr 2024
I just bought 4 brand new t shirts. Unfortunately I am one of the people who are not a size medium but not a large. Looking for the shirts to be shortened and hemmed approx an inch
Great work. Very quick, great communication and pricing
Alter a dress - remove zipper and add fabric to make bigger
$45
Docklands VIC, Australia
10th Feb 2024
This dress doesn’t do up at the back. I need the zipper removed and a panel of stretchy fabric put in the back to make it fit my bust. Happy to buy fabric and supply it if you can advise what fabric would work.
Amazing. A beautiful job !
Add corset back and shorten vintage dress
$100
Fitzroy VIC, Australia
9th Jan 2024
I have a maybe early 2000s prom dress I want shortened with a lace back added its not the best quality which may impact the possibility? - Due date: Before Thursday, 1 February 2024
Quick work and good quality