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Recent Alterations reviews in Outer East Melbourne

Very happy 😊 thank you

Sewing machine

$10

Fantastic job !!!! Goes above and beyond... thank you

I need alterations services on 10 pairs of pants

$120

Jennifer is a star! Fabulous handwork and highly recommended!

Sewing a table runner

$20

Worth the wait. thank you

Sew new outdoor cushions

$350

Well done Fatemeh. Hope the stitching will hold and last another 10 years to come!

Repair leather couch - hand sewing

$20

Excellent & prompt service. Top quality finished product. Would highly recommend!!

Curtains altered

$20

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

$44 - $150

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$44

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$82

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$150

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Recent Garment Shortening reviews in Outer East Melbourne

Shyam did a beautiful job shortening curtains for my home. These curtains were complicated as they had several layers of different fabric and the result is perfect! Outstanding communication during the process. Would strongly recommend Shyam to anyone. 11/10!

Shorten linen curtains

$43

Madi is easy to deal with, very responsive and responsible. I satisfy with the work she has done for me. Thank you Madi!

Shorten length of a dress

$20

Excellent service and communication! Shubha completed my task so quickly and was so helpful with posting the item back to me due to lockdown restrictions. Really appreciate it!

Alterations/shorten a dress

$20

Giovanna - what a gem! Fast and brilliant. The lost art of sewing still exists and with a darling person. 😊

Shorten and hem pants

$45

Friendly and communicative

Allegation- shorten a black dress

$20

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

$20 - $43

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$20

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$35

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$43

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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, bridal 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 Outer East Melbourne

Need help putting a new zipper in my skirt

$20

Ferntree Gully VIC, Australia

20th Mar 2025

The zipper broke on my skirt, I need it to be replaced and would love it to be ready for the 28th of March. Happy to negotiate the price if reasonable

Sewing task - daybed cushion covers ASAP

$300

Sassafras VIC 3787, Australia

16th Mar 2025

Quick turn around needed! I need a skilled sewer to make cushion covers for a daybed. The cushions are a base cushion, 2 x round cushions, and 2 x square cushions (dimensions below). Fabric, foam, zippers provided. I need the zippers to be in a hidden fold and piping on the cushions. Ideally would need to pick up Friday 21st March or Saturday 22nd March. I will drop off/pick up from your place if that is most convinient for you. Base cushion: 1800mm L x 750 W x 100 D Round cushions: 750mm L x 180 diameter Square cushions: 400mm x 400

Caroline did an amazing job! Exceeded all expectations. Would 100% hire again. Her work was fantastic.

4 x cushion covers needed - sewing task

$250

Sassafras VIC 3787, Australia

4th Mar 2025

I need a skilled sewer to make cushion covers for two midcentury armchairs. Each armchair has two cushions (back and base) that have velcroed on flaps that wrap around back and underside of the frame. Dimensions are included in the photo. Additional info: I will provide cushion foam, fabric, and velcro. I am happy to drop off and pick up if thats most convinient for you (within greater Melbourne) Please send examples of similar work if you have any.

Really great work! .

Tighten the neck of Tshirt (tailor)

$50

Heathmont VIC 3135, Australia

27th Feb 2025

Looking for someone to bring in the neck line of my two tshirt as it falls and is too lose.

Did an incredible job, so lovely and prompt will definitely be going back. Thank you for your great work.

A dressmaker to sewing 3 pairs of Yucatan pajama bottoms

$105

Croydon VIC 3136, Australia

27th Feb 2025

I have some plans bottoms from Japan... that i love! I just want some more. I will provide material, or we can negotiate a price if you supply material.

Alter/shorten 4 white cotton curtains.210. Need it by next week.

$100

Bayswater North VIC 3153, Australia

17th Feb 2025

250cm standard cotton white curtains need to be altered to 210cm a pair and 225cm a pair. Need it altered and ironed by next week.

Suit jacket sleeves shortened. same day pick up. wedding tomorrow

$100

Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

14th Feb 2025

I need my suit jacket sleeves shortened. Need it done today, pick up later today.

New zip on outdoor pool umbrella cover

$50

Park Orchards VIC 3114, Australia

12th Feb 2025

New zip on outdoor umbrella cover

I need someone to help hem some curtains and dresses.

$200

Rowville VIC 3178, Australia

5th Feb 2025

I've got 6 windows (each with blockout and sheer) that need hemming - 3x 3m and 3x 2m window. The curtains are currently hemmed with iron on sticky tape and just need to be secured. Also a few dresses need the liner hemmed. I'm willing to pay per hour of your time. Would prefer for it to be done in my home.

Tent cover zip lost ,need one fix

$30

Ringwood VIC, Australia

1st Feb 2025

Mars Trailor camper cover zip unfortunately lost,i need fix

Tailor 8 x Saree Blouses, 5 x falls

$50

Ringwood North VIC 3134, Australia

27th Jan 2025

Need to have the below garments created for an event early April. I have the material for it ready. 5 x falls sewn 8 x blouses made Potential saree draping for 9 ppl on another date in Trawool VIC

Great communication, fantastic product.

Alternation/ shortening for chino pants

$20

Forest Hill VIC, Australia

24th Jan 2025

Require alterations or shortening for 2 new chino pants. Measurement to be provided, and pants can be delivered nearby location if the price is right.

Restich a suitcase zipper

$50

Ferntree Gully VIC, Australia

23rd Jan 2025

Part of the suitcase zipper stitching has let go and needs re-stiching

Hem and sew fabric together to make a sheet

$150

Heathmont VIC, Australia

22nd Jan 2025

Im making two drapes for my son’s bed. I have a roll of cotton fabric 17.2 m long and 1m wide. I need it to be made into two pieces measuring 4.3x2m. This will require the fabric to be cut into 4 equal pieces (measuring 4.3m long each), then joining two of them together to make a wider piece for each drape. I then need the edges hemmed/sewn over to prevent fraying. I have attached pictures of my inspiration, the roll of fabric, and a diagram of what I want done (the diagram is of one drape, but I will need it done twice for 2 drapes). I live in Heathmont (eastern Melbourne, Australia)

Amazing! went out of her way to pick up and deliver the product to me via train - she completed it in record time and cheaper than many other offers - and she did a perfect job! Thank you! Would 100% use again and recommend to anyone!

Zip repaired

$20

Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia

22nd Jan 2025

Broken zip needs replacing

Seamstress/skilled Sewer

$200

Lilydale, Victoria, Australia

4th Jan 2025

I want some sewing done 1. 2 x cushions : would be great if had a contrasting pipe). 40cm x 40cm - I want the patterned front/white back 2. Replace the seat & back of an outdoor chair in white. All is in outdoor fabric which will be supplied. ( except binding). Wull also provide old to use as a pattern. Either re- use the existing zippers or you will need to source & I'll pay separately. Would prefer if possible someone local. See pictures for more info.

Dress Alterations

$500

Croydon VIC, Australia

31st Dec 2024

Alterations needed: Extend the size at the back of the dress so that it fits. May only need to go up one size. May need to be turned into a corset rather than a zip. Tulle fabric to be removed from the skirt of the dress and the neckline and sleeves. Possibly turn the dress into a mini once the other alterations are done.

HEM/ TAKE UP MY JUMPSUIT

$60

Wantirna VIC, Australia

5th Dec 2024

Hi, I need my jumpsuit taken up. Unfortunately the clothing alterations place i had booked and paid forgot to do the job so ive since collected the garment. Happy to meet anywhere to get this done ASAP. Thank you

Clothing Alterations: Tapered Pants to Slim Fit

$20

Wantirna South VIC 3152, Australia

2nd Dec 2024

I have one pants that I need altered to a slimmer fit, not in the waist but the legs.

Thank you Meha for doing and outstanding job, I'll be back for more alterations 😀. Also appreciate being so flexible on timing. So glad to have found you, thanks once again.

Sewing material edging on a foam window cover for a campervan

$150

Wantirna South VIC, Australia

29th Nov 2024

I am making thin foam window covers to insulate from the sun and need the edges covered with material and the ability for magnet inserts to hold them in place. 7 windows in all.

Very helpful and pleasant to work with. Thank you Donna. :)

Recent School Uniform Alterations tasks in Outer East Melbourne

My school dress taken in by the waist

$50

Montrose VIC, Australia

12th Nov 2024

need a school dress taken in at the waist and hemmed

School dress hemmed affordable

$20

Knoxfield VIC, Australia

21st Oct 2024

need school dress taken up

Shorten a school dress

$50

Rowville VIC 3178, Australia

26th Sep 2023

Hem the dress, making it shorten and fit - Due date: Before Wednesday, 27 September 2023

School grade 6 whincheater jacket sleeve replaced

$60

Lysterfield South VIC 3156, Australia

24th Mar 2023

Need a sleeve replaced on grade 6 school jumper due to hole. Have matching material to replace full sleeve - Due date: Flexible

Take up school dress

$50

Selby VIC 3159, Australia

25th Jan 2023

TwoSchool dresses need to be taken up needs to be in the Dandenong ranges ( local) - Due date: Flexible

Great communication and fantastic work thank you 🙏

Recent Dress Alterations tasks in Outer East Melbourne

Dress Alterations

$500

Croydon VIC, Australia

31st Dec 2024

Alterations needed: Extend the size at the back of the dress so that it fits. May only need to go up one size. May need to be turned into a corset rather than a zip. Tulle fabric to be removed from the skirt of the dress and the neckline and sleeves. Possibly turn the dress into a mini once the other alterations are done.

Wedding dress alterations

$250

Silvan VIC, Australia

5th Oct 2024

Wedding dress alteration to shorten a beaded dress and tighten the bodice

Dress Alterations

$75

Mooroolbark VIC, Australia

29th Sep 2024

I have a wedding to attend in November and I would love to wear this beautiful dress that has a large hanging frill piece around the neckline. I would like to have that frill piece be sewed down to the dress, so it is no longer a hanging and is instead a form fitting top. If there is any material left over, I would love to have some little ruffles added to the straps. I am in the Mooroolbark area and am happy to drive for the task.

Dress alterations

$60

Ringwood VIC, Australia

20th Sep 2024

Hem, shoulder alteration. The shoulder sits wrong, too wide/ big

Dress alteration - hemming

$60

Ferntree Gully VIC, Australia

13th Mar 2024

hi 💕 i have a wedding tomorrow and really need the dress at least 1 inch shorter.

thank you for your help with my dress xx

Formal dress alterations

$50

Bayswater VIC, Australia

12th Feb 2024

Mesh formal dress, plus sized. Needs to have cups lined/put in, plus either taken in or made into a corset back. Plus lining the bodice. Possibly also take up depending on price...

Dress alterations shorten sleeves

$30

Kilsyth VIC, Australia

4th Nov 2023

Shorten sleeves on a dress. Need to be picked up - Due date: Before Saturday, 18 November 2023

Dress alteration

$50

Bayswater North VIC 3153, Australia

23rd Sep 2023

Alter dress especially around chest and hip region - Due date: Flexible

Dress alteration

$30

Knoxfield VIC, Australia

16th May 2023

Need the sides of my dress taken it as it is a little to big - Due date: Before Sunday, 4 June 2023

Wedding dress alteration

$500

Upwey VIC, Australia

14th May 2023

Wedding dress taken in at the bodice and additional material at the back. Also looking for someone to make a balero jacket in Victorian style to suit the dress. Wedding is in September 2023 - Due date: Flexible

Dress alterations

$150

Mooroolbark VIC 3138, Australia

16th Feb 2023

Deb dress alterations a little big around the waisted ( corset ) - Due date: Before Saturday, 4 March 2023

Formal dress altered -hem/bust

$100

Forest Hill VIC 3131, Australia

8th Feb 2023

have a black formal dress that is a little tight in bust and need to hem an inch or two - Due date: Before Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Dress alteration

$50

Croydon VIC 3136, Australia

21st Jan 2023

I have a Mister Zimi dress I’d like altered. There is a hole in one sleeve, so I’d like it to have the sleeves altered (I have included pictures of the same style dress with sleeves altered, as this is what I’d like). I would also like a loose button fastened and an additional button to ensure a less gaping top. I’ve included a picture with red markings to show where I’d like an additional button. Have included two other pictures to show how the sleeves look and, finally, a picture of another dress like this (in a different print) with sleeves altered like I want them. I want to keep the fabric off cuts to make into scrunchies. Summary: - make fluttery cap sleeves - tighten loose button/s - add one further button to reduce gaping neckline - keep off cuts for scrunchie/s Open to suggestions on alterations as you see fit. Happy to post dress if altering remotely. - Due date: Flexible

Shona joy dress altered - need extra material added to fit bust

$150

Upwey VIC, Australia

18th Jan 2023

Need a Shona joy Bridesmaids dress altered to fit the busy area Have two of the same dresses with same material and colour so can use material to alter - Due date: Before Friday, 3 February 2023

Dress alteration

$15

Heathmont VIC, Australia

20th Nov 2022

I am a male crossdresser/transvestite needing some hems raised on some dresses. - Due date: Flexible

Kids dress alteration

$20

Ringwood VIC, Australia

22nd Sep 2022

Dress is too wide and long including arms - Due date: Before Saturday, 24 September 2022

Dress alteration

$50

Boronia VIC, Australia

8th Feb 2022

I have a dress that is zip up at the back and I would like it made into a lace up style back (partly because the dress is too tight) It is for a wedding on 22nd February.

Dress altered

$50

Ringwood North VIC, Australia

26th Apr 2021

Take up hem and take in sides

Recent Garment Shortening tasks in Outer East Melbourne

Alter/shorten 4 white cotton curtains.210. Need it by next week.

$100

Bayswater North VIC 3153, Australia

17th Feb 2025

250cm standard cotton white curtains need to be altered to 210cm a pair and 225cm a pair. Need it altered and ironed by next week.

Suit jacket sleeves shortened. same day pick up. wedding tomorrow

$100

Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

14th Feb 2025

I need my suit jacket sleeves shortened. Need it done today, pick up later today.

Alternation/ shortening for chino pants

$20

Forest Hill VIC, Australia

24th Jan 2025

Require alterations or shortening for 2 new chino pants. Measurement to be provided, and pants can be delivered nearby location if the price is right.

Shorten curtains

$100

Ferntree Gully VIC, Australia

16th Nov 2024

7 sheer curtains to be shortened. Will be pinned. 4 heavier curtains to be shortened. Will be pinned.

Shorten suit jacket sleeve

$65

Vermont VIC, Australia

15th Jun 2024

Just need suit jacket sleeve shorten. NO need to remake functional buttons. Cottom Material.

Allegation- shorten a black dress

$20

Donvale VIC, Australia

6th Apr 2024

I have a black dress that needs to be shortened

Friendly and communicative

Curtain altering, height shortened

$5

Rowville VIC, Australia

3rd Mar 2024

Hey have about 10 white sheer curtains, I’m looking for some experienced to come on site and alter the height- make it shorter so that it doesn’t drag on the floor. Thanks

Shorten a pair of jeans

$20

Mitcham VIC, Australia

2nd Jan 2024

Relaxed fit jeans that need to be shortened by about 2 inches - Due date: Flexible

Shorten Curtains

$50

Boronia VIC, Australia

28th Dec 2023

We have some curtains that are too lonh for the room so they will need to be altered. 2 curtains total. - Due date: Flexible

Chinos shortened in the leg

$20

Rowville VIC, Australia

19th Dec 2023

2 x pairs of Chinos that need legs shortening - Due date: Flexible

Dress shorten and pants hemmed

$60

Warranwood VIC, Australia

12th Dec 2023

I have x3 dresses & a pair of pants that need to be shortened. - Due date: Before Sunday, 17 December 2023

Shorten suit sleeve length shorten trouser length

$75

Wantirna VIC, Australia

10th Nov 2023

I need a blazer sleeve shortened and trouser shortened - Due date: Before Sunday, 12 November 2023

Dress alterations shorten sleeves

$30

Kilsyth VIC, Australia

4th Nov 2023

Shorten sleeves on a dress. Need to be picked up - Due date: Before Saturday, 18 November 2023

Two pants shortened

$20

Upper Ferntree Gully VIC, Australia

23rd Oct 2023

Two pairs of wide leg pants. Both need to be hemmed about two inches. Offering $10 for each. - Due date: Flexible

Shorten a school dress

$50

Rowville VIC 3178, Australia

26th Sep 2023

Hem the dress, making it shorten and fit - Due date: Before Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Jeans shortened 2 pairs

$20

Forest Hill VIC, Australia

25th Sep 2023

2 pairs of jeans shortened - Due date: Flexible

Shorten a rollerblind

$200

Macclesfield VIC, Australia

22nd Aug 2023

I large (approx 2.5m-3m) rollerblind needing trimming so that it fits inside the window rather than over it. Thank you. - Due date: Flexible

Shorten length of a dress

$20

Ferntree Gully VIC, Australia

18th Jun 2023

Shorten the length of the dress - Due date: Before Tuesday, 20 June 2023

Madi is easy to deal with, very responsive and responsible. I satisfy with the work she has done for me. Thank you Madi!

Trouser length shorten

$10

Ringwood VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2023

4 trousers all need taking up a little - Due date: Flexible

Shorten my jeans

$20

Lysterfield VIC 3156, Australia

3rd Feb 2023

Shorten the length of my jeans. - Due date: Before Saturday, 4 February 2023

Recent Jeans Alterations tasks in Outer East Melbourne

Jeans alteration

$20

Ringwood VIC, Australia

22nd Oct 2023

jean length altered - Due date: Flexible

Suit and Jeans alteration

$5

Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

14th Feb 2023

Hey i am looking for an alteration on my suit jacket. I need the sleeve length altered (taken up), waist taken in and the length of the suit to be cut slightly. i also need 2 pairs of Jeans altered for the length - Due date: Before Monday, 13 March 2023

Recent Shirt Alterations tasks in Outer East Melbourne

Tshirt alterations

$120

Croydon VIC, Australia

10th Jan 2024

I have 6 t-shirts I need shortened. - Due date: Flexible