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Recent Alterations reviews in East Sydney

Very nice, reliable and fast!

Alteration - seamstress services

$25

Great communication and knowledge!

Seamstress/Tailor

$5

She did a very good job, so quick. She dropped it off with our extra money. Thanks!!

Zip replacement

$150

Elaine did a great job she was super fast, efficient a great personality to boot. I highly recommend her ans will be using again. 😊

Hem a pair of curtains

$50

Absolutely amazing working with Kim! He listened to my ideas and was able to bring them to life perfectly!

Sewing / Cut Make Trim

$50

Excellent work done quickly Very professional

Sew 2 x Men’s Nightshirts

$110

What's the average cost of an alteration expert in East Sydney

$40 - $180

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$40

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$100

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$180

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Average reviews for Alterations Services in East Sydney

based on 33 reviews

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Recent Dress Alterations reviews in East Sydney

Silvana has been incredible to work with. Her confidence gave ME confidence for what would have been a tricky alteration with an asymmetric dress. She’s such a warm and friendly person and I definitely recommend her for your alteration needs. She was also able to complete it within a week! My dress now fits better than perfect, honestly the best fitting dress I’ve ever worn. Thank you so much Silvana, I’m so so grateful!

Dress alteration

$100

She is amazing, definitely recommend her . Very skillful and accurate. Thanks Laila

Dress alterations

$100

Silvana was absolutely phenomenal! It’s not a job done until it’s perfect for both of us. Thank you so much Silvana!

Bridal Dress Alterations

$150

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

$133 - $173

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$133

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$167

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$173

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Average reviews for Dress Alterations Services in East Sydney

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Recent Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Need someone to sew a bespoke cover for my sofa.

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

1st Feb 2025

Looking for someone to see covers to fit the style of my couch.

Sofa fabric sewing. I have the fabric and supporting accessories.

$800

Sydney NSW, Australia

18th Jan 2025

I have a twin chaise lounge. Its an Ikea sofa and therefore the entire fabric is zipped along with velcrow and removable. I am replacing the fabric. I have the required fabric and related accessories such as zips,velcrow and some embroidery that will need to be stitched on the fabric. I am in need of a professional who can get this job done for me.I am happy to bring the products to you. As I am providing all required material, please quote your cost for sewing.,Thats all I am after here. The photo does not reflect a twin chaise lounge, but you could visualise that there is a similar chaise lounge on the right side as well. To conclude, the sofa will be a 2 seater and 2 chaise lounge that can be separated.

Sewing/upholstery maker

$80

Sydney, New South Wales

10th Jan 2025

Bed skirt/valance for king bed to make. I have a sample to copy if that assists. To be made in velvet - fabric supplied - to match bedhead.

Sew leather brand logo tag onto waist hem of T shirt

$80

Sydney, New South Wales

28th Dec 2024

Estimating 20 T shirts, require a professional finish quality sewing of leather brand tag to waist hem of T shirts. Include removal of collar tag, and sew on replacement. I will bring the shirts, Leather logos, collar tags, and if needed the thread to match. Can also pay for thread required to match. If successful will continue to do business for future batches.

Custom Oversized Accessories for Wedding Outfits

$400

Sydney, New South Wales

26th Dec 2024

We’re looking for a skilled seamstress or designer to create four unique oversized accessories for a wedding. Wedding is on Jan 17th. Each accessory will complement an all-white outfit and should be dramatic yet stylish, suitable for summer weather. Accessories Needed 1. Oversized Fabric Flower: • Material: Lightweight satin or organza (white). • Size: Approx. 15-20cm in diameter. • Attachment: Pin or clip for lapel use. 2. Large Satin Bow: • Material: Soft satin (white). • Size: 30cm wide, long tails (adjustable). • Attachment: Neckband or tied 3. Statement Brooch: • Design: Floral or abstract motif. • Material: Satin, organza, or sturdy fabric with embellishments (pearls or subtle sparkle). • Size: 12-15cm wide. • Attachment: Pin backing. 4. Flowing Sash Bow: • Material: Silk or chiffon (white). • Length: Approx. 1.5m to allow for a tied bow with cascading tails. • Usage: Waist or shoulder styling. General Requirements • Materials should be breathable and lightweight for comfort in warm weather. • Accessories must be durable and securely fastened. • All pieces should have a polished, high-quality finish. If you’re interested, please share examples of previous work or experience with similar projects. Let us know your estimated cost and timeline! We’re happy to provide further details or sketches if needed. Thank you!

Hem 3 S fold Sheer Curtains

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

22nd Dec 2024

We have 3 Freedom Furniture S Fold Sheer Curtains (Mineral) that needs to be shorten. 2 curtains that is 500 cm wide x 280cm long to be shorten by about 40cm 1 curtain that is 650cm wide x 280cm long to be shorten by about 5cm We will have the exact measurements in terms of how much needs to be taken off. Based in Ryde but can drop this off if you can't pick up.

Run a market stall for me- clothing

$150

Sydney, New South Wales

10th Dec 2024

Hi ! READ DETAILS BETTER PAY OPTIONS BELOW I have a lot of clothes I’ve put away second hand that are in great condition, Selling online is a pain in the butt and I just want it all gone so I thought getting a stall at a market in Sydney like Bondi, Kirribilli or Glebe would be a good idea however I haven’t been able to for months I’m so busy. The Task: Pick up stock and racks ( paid travel ) Set up Run the market Return stock ( paid travel ) $25 per hour ( 6 hr market, 1.5 hr set up, 30 min pack down Must have a car ! Must have public liability insurance as I don’t and most markets ask for it. Incentives/ bonuses for sales CASH Trustworthy Ok with signing a contract ( this is just to protect my belongings Pay: 6 hour for the market / air tasked price $150 $50 for travel cash $50 bump in/ bump out cash

Alteration

$30

Sydney, New South Wales

8th Dec 2024

Maxi dress with lining. Need to shorten the length

She was super fast and gave an amazing service. The work done by her was perfect. I got my dress length altered from her and it turned out to be just amazing.

Sewing job/ Material over-locked

$80

Sydney NSW, Australia

25th Nov 2024

Hi! I have two pieces of Cotton/Linen fabric I need overlocked. Each piece of fabric is 15m long and 1.3m wide. I need it done by Wednesday lunchtime and depending on where you are I can drop off or pick up. Have priced per tablecloth based off quotes from local businesses

Absolutely fantastic! She was quick, easy to work with and knew her stuff. Would happily hire again

Bikini + Lingerie Sewing Teacher

$70

Sydney NSW, Australia

22nd Nov 2024

Hello 🌸 I’m looking for someone to give me lessons on how to sew with stretch thread to make lingerie. Ideally I’d like to do 1 lesson a week at your place (I don’t have a machine yet) but with your guidance on what to buy I will.

Looking for a seamstress with an industrial sewing machine.

$300

Sydney, New South Wales

14th Nov 2024

I'm looking for a seamstress with an industrial sewing machine for a small project. The project involves a few dresses and a tailored jacket suit. Not on a deadline , to be finished next year Final budget to be discussed

Minka is wonderful ! 10stars Thank you Minka !!!

I need a dress for my sons wedding to be made

$800

Sydney NSW, Australia

12th Nov 2024

I need a dress to be made for my sons wedding

Hem and alter 6 items

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

11th Nov 2024

Hem pants Fix zipper of skirt Fix tear in skirt Sew a couple of buttons onto a top and apply sew fabric to hem Sew buttons onto a skirt and remove zipper

Suit jacket alteration

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

4th Nov 2024

Suit jacket alteration to make it tailored to my body

Sewing a patch on clothing

$30

Sydney NSW, Australia

5th Oct 2024

Sewing a patch on the sleeve of a clothing item.

Looking for a clothing pattern maker

$200

Sydney NSW, Australia

20th Sep 2024

Hi there! I’m looking for an experienced pattern maker to help me develop 3 patterns for 3 dresses. I have physical samples to base the patterns on, however two require alterations/changes to the design. You’ll need to have at least 2 years of experience and would be great if you can supply references or a portfolio for what you have worked on. I’m on a strict timeline so need someone who can deliver immediately. Pay can be discussed. Let me know if you have any questions, I look forward to hearing from you! Kindest, Dana

Zyvette has been a dream to work with! She is so helpful with ensuring the designs are exactly the way I want it, despite their complexity. Her attention to detail and consistent communication has been some stand out qualities that not many people pay attention to. I would highly recommend working with her!!

Need seamstress who can stich toy out of old clothes

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

16th Sep 2024

Need a seamstress who can stich a teddy bear from old clothes.

Need someone to stitch a teddy bear out of old clothes

$70

Sydney NSW, Australia

8th Sep 2024

Need some one to stich a teddy bear outof old clothes

Hemming of two pairs of jeans

$15

Sydney NSW, Australia

8th Sep 2024

Hem two pairs of jeans they need to be shortened

Remove and Sew new label and hangtag

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

14th Aug 2024

- remove and sew new label and hangtag on 80 units of garment - will require pick up and drop off Syd CBD (will have drop off loading zone) or can bring own tools/equipment and do it here

Recent Jacket Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Suit jacket alteration

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

4th Nov 2024

Suit jacket alteration to make it tailored to my body

Jacket Alterations

$60

Sydney NSW, Australia

24th May 2021

Need jacket sleeves and waist area taken up by Friday for an event

Recent Trouser Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Trouser alteration

$50

Sydney NSW, Australia

16th Oct 2021

I need a pair of trackpants turned into a pair of shorts, pretty simple alteration I believe - just chop an seam work! - Due date: Flexible

Recent Dress Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Wedding dress alterations

$300

Sydney NSW, Australia

18th Jun 2024

I need my wedding dress taken up and taken in.

Bridal Dress Alterations

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

5th Jan 2023

I need someone to alter my wedding dress, at the moment I just need the bodice area taken in as the breast area is too big. - Due date: Before Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Silvana was absolutely phenomenal! It’s not a job done until it’s perfect for both of us. Thank you so much Silvana!

Dress alteration

$100

Petersham NSW 2049, Australia

11th Aug 2022

I have a dress from Christopher Esber that's too big - it's a ribbed stretch-jersey black dress with asymmetric cutouts. Would like to have it taken in and shortened to midi length. Ideally before 20 August.

Silvana has been incredible to work with. Her confidence gave ME confidence for what would have been a tricky alteration with an asymmetric dress. She’s such a warm and friendly person and I definitely recommend her for your alteration needs. She was also able to complete it within a week! My dress now fits better than perfect, honestly the best fitting dress I’ve ever worn. Thank you so much Silvana, I’m so so grateful!

Dress alterations

$100

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

9th May 2022

I have a dress that I want to change it’s lining , have attached a pictures , I appreciate if you could give me a quote

She is amazing, definitely recommend her . Very skillful and accurate. Thanks Laila

I need wedding dress alterations

$1,000

Sydney NSW, Australia

9th Jun 2021

I am looking to get a quote/s to make a wedding dress. My mum has 2x wedding dresses of fabric to use. I am not set on a neck line yet (I will try on some dresses to decide) but would like a tea length gown so I can show off my shoes. The materials in the growns are silk & tulle. Wedding is March 2022 & I will be trying on dresses to determine the type of neck like at the end of June

Sewing dress alteration - remove netting

$30

Sydney NSW, Australia

29th Mar 2021

Need the netting removing from underneath a dress before Thursday 1st April

Recent Garment Shortening tasks in East Sydney

Shortening of winter coat jacket and sleeves

$65

Marrickville NSW, Australia

12th Feb 2024

I need quotes. I have an oxford mens overcoat. I need the sleeves and length shortened. No buttons on the sleeves. There is a split at the back. Looking for the best price possible. - Due date: Before Sunday, 10 March 2024

Four curtains shortened

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

1st Nov 2023

Hi I have 4 curtains that I need shortened , just ikea curtains . 2 sheer and 2 block out - 250cm each. Can drop off - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, November 2, 2023

Shortening pants

$50

Sydney NSW, Australia

27th Sep 2023

Need 3 pants to be shortened. 1 is a pair of jeans, 1 are sweatpants, 1 is a thin material. All are wide leg, need shortening by 5cm. - Due date: Flexible

Suit sleeve shorten

$20

Sydney NSW, Australia

17th Sep 2023

I would like my suit jacket sleeve to be shorten. Can you please provide a quote? - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 22 September 2023

Mens suit and trousers shorten

$80

Sydney NSW, Australia

14th Aug 2023

Hi, I have 4 pairs of trousers that need to be shortened and 1 men's blazer sleeve to needs to be shortened. - Due date: Flexible

Shorten my suit and pants

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

7th May 2022

Shorten the sleeves of the blazer and the pants - Due date: Before Thursday, 12 May 2022

Shorten t shirt and sleeves

$60

Sydney NSW, Australia

14th Feb 2022

Shorten 5 tshirts and sleeves by one inch - Due date: Flexible

Shorten a dress

$10

Sydney NSW, Australia

15th Dec 2021

Hi I need to get a dress shorten. Thank you Mike

Shorten lining of dresses

$600

Sydney NSW, Australia

14th Dec 2021

Hi I need to shorten lining of around 300 pieces of dresses. The finished length of lining will be 10 cm shorter than main dress. There will be certain length need to cut off the lining hem first then use twin needles stitching to finish. It’s $2 each dress and $600 in total for this task. Please free free to let me know if you have any questions. Please be professional sewer to accept this task. Professional sewing machine is also needed. Thank you Mike

Recent Jeans Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Jeans alterations

$5

Sydney NSW, Australia

24th May 2021

I have 7 jeans and need to alternations them, so those can be fit to my size. Tell me single alteration jean price.thanks

Recent Shirt Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Pants and button up shirt alterations

$60

Sydney NSW, Australia

12th Mar 2023

I need to have my pants shortened and tightened for the legs. Also, I have a shirt with long sleeves which need to be tightened