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Recent Alterations reviews in Melbourne

I am very pleased with Cin D and her service. She was very professional and thorough. She explained the steps I needed to learn very well. And she was very nice. And the finished product was A-OK! :)

Help using my sewing machine

$100

Zeena was so amazing. Not only did she do a fantastic job, she was super lovely to deal with. 10/10 would recommend!

Sewing 4 cushion covers

$150

Exceptional service from Zeena. Very pleased with the result and the care extended in doing the work. The work was also promptly completed. I highly recommend her service.

Sew three lengths of White Satin together

$50

Fantastic, fast & excellent turnaround

I need sewing

$50

What's the average cost of an alteration expert in Melbourne

$36 - $116

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$36

median

$65

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$116

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Average reviews for Alterations Services in Melbourne

based on 277 reviews

4.93

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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 - $117

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$19

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$60

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$117

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Average reviews for School Uniform Alterations Services in Melbourne

based on 3 reviews

5

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Recent Dress Alterations reviews in Melbourne

Fantastic work thank you! Exactly as requested

Dress alteration

$40

Amy was so lovely to deal with, very prompt too. Thank you

Dress Alterations

$100

Great service.

Dress alteration

$100

Shubha did an amazing job and finished my alterations in no time. Highly recommend

Dress alteration

$75

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

Amazing job! Completed quicker than asked! Highly recommend!

Dress alterations

$50

What's the average cost of a dress alteration expert in Melbourne

$47 - $102

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$47

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$67

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$102

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Average reviews for Dress Alterations Services in Melbourne

based on 18 reviews

5

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Recent Garment Shortening reviews in Melbourne

Fantastic, professional job and super fast! Thank you 😊

Hem (shorten) one pair of curtains

$50

Fast and careful completion of task. Thanks, Jenifer!

Curtains shortened

$30

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

Jenifer was fabulous, so fast and friendly, quality work

Shorten straps on linen top

$35

Fast and friendly

Shorten and slightly bring in pants.

$50

Great job Amy

Pants shortened

$12

What's the average cost of a garment shortening expert in Melbourne

$26 - $66

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$26

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$45

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$66

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Average reviews for Garment Shortening Services in Melbourne

based on 30 reviews

5

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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:

Clothing alteration service - 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, like selecting between chinos or khakis, before choosing or customising a pattern and cutting out the pieces. 

Then, these clothes or dress alterations near you will 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.

Clothing alteration service - 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, formal pants repair near you, corporate wear alterations, or suit alterations near you, a professional tailor 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 alteration service - 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 near you to help with dress shortening, garment shortening, and even school uniform alterations for those kids who won’t stop growing. 

Clothing adjustments and shirt alterations 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 alteration service - clothing repairs

When your favourite dress or your slim or skinny jeans break, you don’t have to throw them away. Get professional clothes repair services near you 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

Suit & Pants Alterations –Bulk

$5

Melbourne VIC, Australia

13th Feb 2025

I have multiple suits and pants that need alterations, including hemming, tapering, and adjustments for a perfect fit. I’m looking for someone experienced in tailoring who can handle a bulk job efficiently. Details: Alterations Needed: Hemming, tapering, waist adjustments, and general tailoring. A lot suits and pants. Location: Open to drop-off/pickup or work being done at my place. Mostly standard double breast and normal suits with pants, nothing too complex. Who I'm Looking For: Tailor, seamstress, or experienced alterations specialist. Can handle bulk alterations with good attention to detail. Reliable and able to complete the work within a reasonable timeframe. Looking for a quick and high-quality job—let’s get these suits looking sharp! 👔✂️

Clothing alteration

$50

Prahran VIC, Australia

12th Feb 2025

Require two maxi skirts to be altered as they are too long on me. One is the Maria Maxi skirt from KOOKAÏ The other is the Loula lace skirt from Dissh. Will need someone whos experienced with sewing lace. Based in Prahran - so ideally someone nearby

Alterations

$50

St Kilda East VIC, Australia

12th Feb 2025

Would need to get some clothes fixed , zipper and co

Outdoor blind re-cloth

$90

Essendon VIC, Australia

9th Feb 2025

Need an old outdoor blind material replaced. Just some basic material will do.

Hand stitching labels and minor alterations

$125

Docklands VIC, Australia

6th Feb 2025

We're looking for someone who has sewing experience. The task is to hand stitch brand and size labels onto garments and also stitching clips onto embroidered brooches. Approx. 15 Garment labels 14 brooches Job should take approx. 3 hours if proficient. This job can probably be completed in a day, in our studio. Our hours are 9am - 4pm. Tuesday - Thursday.

Shuba was wonderful to work with. Will definitely stay in touch for any future jobs.

Replacement zipper

$80

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

3rd Feb 2025

Replacement of zippers on two bags. One is a backpack, the other a shoulder bag.

I need 2 zipper replacements. A backpack and a shoulder bag.

$50

Travancore VIC, Australia

3rd Feb 2025

Backpack zipper has a few broken teeth. The main part cannot be zipped closed. The shoulder bag needs a new zipper.

Garment alterations and sewing assistance

$175

East Melbourne VIC, Australia

15th Jan 2025

I would like an experienced seamstress/sewist to help me alter, repair and sew some garments, and help me learn more about dressmaking. Starting with a 3 hour session, with the potential for ongoing work. Ideally, you will: - be friendly and patient and a clear teacher with actionable advice - be able to bring your own sewing machine. I have one, but its very old, and I'd prefer if we could work simultaneously.* - have experience making dance costumes and gowns - understand fabrics and have experience sewing with challenging materials - be able to give advice on choosing fabrics - understand how to adjust and create garments for mid-size, curvy, petite women. - be happy to work in a house with a cat. The budget I am setting includes $50 per hour for 3 hours, plus $25 for bringing a sewing machine and any basic equipment. If you are not able to bring these tools, please reflect that in your offer. *Note: I have needles, thread, scissors, bobbins, measuring tape, some patterns and practice fabrics and some other basics, but no chalk. If you want to bring anything along that would help it would be much appreciated!

Meha was wonderful! Very reliable, knowledgeable and friendly!

Stitch patches on bag

$80

Clifton Hill VIC 3068, Australia

4th Jan 2025

I love patches but am not known for my stitching skills. They were ironed on, but failed to stick. There are about three others to patches on too that aren't pictured.

Thank you for taking to my chaos project! I am really thankful.

Hem taken up on pants

$20

Abbotsford VIC, Australia

7th Dec 2024

I need the hem taken up on a pair of linen blend pants

Great service and communication

Alterations

$30

North-West Ward VIC, Australia

15th Nov 2024

I need pants shortened and taken in on legs

Very lovely and good at her job

Sew tea towels

$200

Melbourne VIC, Australia

11th Nov 2024

I need a seamstress to cut and sew 110 tea towels with their own sewing equipment. I supply fabric and pick them up.

Huma was fantastic to deal with and finished my task earlier than expected. Highly recommended.

URGENT DRESS ALTERATIONS

$50

Coburg VIC, Australia

24th Oct 2024

Urgently need some minor alterations on a dress. Needed for a wedding this Saturday 26 OCT Straps to be shortened for better fit or turned into halter neck or Criss- cross back for more bust support. MAYBE slightly taken in at bust - depends on how the strap alterations change the fit stretchy sheer mesh, polyester fabric

Last minute alterations & finished very quickly. Polite & friendly.

Denim Skirt Hemming

$10

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

1st Oct 2024

Hi I have a denim maxi skirt that needs hemming about two inches. I would prefer to have similar stitching / colour to the existing stitching.

Natalia hemmed a skirt for me and did an amazing job! Very fast turnaround and great communicator. Will definitely be back :)

Sewing small simple square heat packs - all materials provided

$120

Brighton East VIC, Australia

25th Sep 2024

Hi there 👋 I’m after someone to please help me sew. $120 sewing only (fabric provided to you pre cut, layered and stencilled) Or $170 for cutting and sewing Quantity: 100 They are 15x15cm squares and need one small tag sewn into the side. Happy to drop off all materials. Ideally would like this done next week 😊 Offers welcome!

Perfect! Very fast and can’t wait to work with her again :)

Shorten hem on t-shirts

$50

Melbourne VIC, Australia

12th Sep 2024

I have accidentally ordered custom 10 t-shirts that are super long, tall fit. Need someone to just chop the hem and re-hem it with a cover stitch machine. Simple job.

Thank you so much, great job on hemming my t-shirts

Sew cushion covers

$50

Northcote VIC, Australia

20th Aug 2024

I need couch cushions sewed/stitched. I have two pieces of raw foam (600x600) and enough fabric to cover them. I need the fabric cut to size and sewed as a cover for the foam. Please only apply if you are very experienced sewing/stitching and can make the final product look good. I can drop the materials off to you and pick them up when ready.

Very happy with Chika’s work looks great and very reasonable price

Loose a screw on my sewing machine

$50

Melbourne 維多利亞省澳大利亚

20th Aug 2024

There is a dia=6-7mm screw on my sewing machine, that I can’t loose it to change my sewing foot. It’s way too tight, really need help urgently. And the table is a bit shaky.

Fast and professional👍

Dress alterations

$100

South Yarra VIC, Australia

16th Aug 2024

I would like this dress taken in slightly around the top of the bodice, sew in a push up bra and shortened. It is fully sequined. I live in South Yarra 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

Very helpful being able to pick up the dress and drop it back off.