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Fantastic, fast & excellent turnaround

I need sewing

$50

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

Excellent work, highly recommended A+

Have you got sewing machine.. curtain hem taken up

$20

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

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

Great skills, great communication, absolutely great overall, would definitely recommend eyes closed! :)

I need seamstress services

$50

What's the average cost of a seamstress in Melbourne

$45 - $150

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$45

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$90

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$150

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What do seamstresses include?

Ready-to-wear clothes don’t always cut it. You may need a dress for a special occasion or an alteration to achieve a perfectly fitting suit. Or perhaps you simply need to repair a broken zip or mend a beloved garment. Whatever type of sewing you need, our platform connects you with nearby sewists who can do the task. Here’s a list of sewing services you can get done on Airtasker.  

Pattern cutting 

Pattern cutting is translating your design onto paper or digital form. The pattern serves as a template for creating wearable clothes. Achieve a bespoke dress that fits you perfectly, or create unique garments for your clothing business. Our platform helps you find local sewists with pattern cutting skills. Once your collection is ready, hire a model to pose in your clothes while a photographer takes amazing product photos for your website. 

Dressmaking 

You may find clothes you like, but the fit or size just doesn’t work for your body type. Or perhaps you have a dress in mind to wear to an event, but you can’t find it at shops near you. With the help of a dressmaker, you can still get the dress of your dreams. You can have a variety of clothes made, from midi dresses, ball gowns, to business suits.

Clothing repair 

We all have our go-to outfits, and it can be heartbreaking to find a tear or a hole in an irreplaceable piece of clothing. Maybe you bought that shirt abroad, had it custom-made, or splurged on that one expensive dress or jacket. No need to say goodbye to your beloved garment just yet! Instead, find a seamstress or seamster who can fix up your clothes, so they look as good as new. Taskers may even offer to dry-clean your dresses after the repair. 

Clothing alteration 

Some clothes may fit well, except for an awkwardly loose part around the shoulders. Or pants could have a flattering fit but are far too long for your height. With clothing alteration, you no longer have to settle for ill-fitting clothes. A nearby local seamstress can alter your clothes to create custom-fit garments, whether it’s a new suit that needs to be tailored or hand-me-downs that need to be shortened. After your alteration, have a Tasker iron your suit, and you’re good to go for your business event! 

Prom dressmaking 

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Recent Seamstress tasks in Melbourne

Alterations for 3 shirts and sew additional fabric onto a knit vest

$120

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

15th Feb 2025

1) One shirt needs to have its sleeves removed 2) One shirt needs to have its length hemmed to be shorter 3) One shirt has a hole near the armpit that needs to be fixed 4) I have additional fabric that I need to be added and sewed to the shoulder width of a knitted vest

Custom embroidery at a party

$150

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

14th Feb 2025

I need someone to attend my party to do custom embroidery on caps, wristbands and headbands - party is in October on a Sunday evening. You will need to bring your own machine

Dressmaker

$150

Melbourne VIC, Australia

13th Feb 2025

Looking for a dress maker to make a few dresses for me. I will provide the design and the fabric.

I want designs embroidered on a carhartt Jacket

$200

Melbourne VIC, Australia

11th Feb 2025

I have a carhartt jacket (duck cotton/canvas) I want it embroidered with designs I have drawn up. Something like this

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.

Sample sewing required

$25

Melbourne VIC, Australia

30th Jan 2025

I design, pattern make and sew on the side. I am building a portfolio of work and find I don't have enough time to sew the quantity of pieces I would like. I would love to work with a sample sewer to help me complete more projects this year.

Seamstress

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

28th Jan 2025

Need to make a dress and other items if can

Service an industrial sewing machine and industrial overlocker

$100

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

17th Jan 2025

Service industrial juki sewing machine Needs new oil Service industrial overlocker

Sew up pants

$20

Richmond VIC, Australia

15th Jan 2025

Tear in back of pants needs sewing up, can drop off. Needing to get done today 🤞🤞

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!

Alteration/ Seamstress, fix fav torn top

$5

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

12th Jan 2025

Dog torn halter top, need it to be sewn together

Seeking Tailor/Seamstress for Mon 13th Jan

$50

Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia

9th Jan 2025

I require a set of trousers to be taken up, as well as some name tags sewn onto two sets of work uniforms.

Service and repair of a sewing machine

$100

Ripponlea VIC, Australia

27th Dec 2024

Hello, I have an elna sewing machine that needs repair. I don't know what is wrong. It might need a service or repair. When I sew, it bangs loudly at each stitch and sometimes the needle breaks.

Industrial Sewing Machinist for sewing banners Fitzroy

$1,280

Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

21st Dec 2024

Sewing of small shadecloth banners using Adler sewing machine at small workshop in Fitzroy. Hours flexible probably have about 5 days work needed to be done by Jan2. Have an industrial machine here so no tools required Young St Fitzroy . Will pay $40 per hour

Dress maker

$120

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

16th Dec 2024

I have 3 metres of material that need to be made into a loose fitted outfit (have one to base it off); material is netting with piping through it.

Seamstress needed for clothing repairs and amendment's

$100

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

15th Dec 2024

I have 3x garments that need amending. 1x cardigans (repair hole and remove pockets) 1x Dress (repair hole and make into a crop top) 1x Dress (make into 2x tops)

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.

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 :)

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👍