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Recent Seamstress reviews in Melbourne

lovely to work with and made a gorgeous dress for my formal after only two fittings

I need dressmakers

$300

Raisa was amazing to work with, completed the task to a high standard and was great at communicating!

Sewing and installing fabric studio covering

$100

Fantastic, fast & excellent turnaround

I need sewing

$50

Very fast service, thanks

Sewing a branded patch onto baseball caps

$50

Great service

Sew curtains

$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

What's the average cost of a seamstress in Melbourne

$48 - $150

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$48

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$92

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$150

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Average reviews for Seamstress Services in Melbourne

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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 

Prom is an exciting time in a teenagers’ life. Most pretty dresses, though, can leave a big dent in your wallet. With Airtasker, you can look like the belle of the ball at prom with a dress that was made just for you. Please tell us how we can help you achieve your dream dress. Then, wait for offers from experienced sewists who can work with your design, budget, and schedule. Afterwards, find affordable yet professional hair stylists and makeup artists to do your hair and help you achieve the perfect evening look on prom night. 

Recent Seamstress tasks in Melbourne

Seamstress Required

$400

South Melbourne VIC 3006, Australia

20th Jan 2025

Requirements: We will need a seamstress to sew a new patch on to 40x jackets. There will also be some small repair work required to some jackets where old patches have come off and need reattaching. I have attached some images for your reference, so that you can see the style of jacket and also what the patches will look like (Mecca lips, lipstick, 24 number etc).

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!

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)

Seamstress needed ASAP

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

14th Dec 2024

Zip has broken on a gala dress. Need someone to come to Exhibition St Melbourne and fix asap

Clothing repairs incl holes in jumpers, buttons

$200

St Kilda VIC, Australia

11th Dec 2024

I have 8 jumpers with holes that need to be repaired. I have the embroidery yarns in the right colours. I want them repaired so the repair cannot be seen. I also need six buttons stitched on to a trench coat as they are all loose.

The leather outer casing of our luxury dog beds to be sewn

$35

Coburg VIC, Australia

8th Dec 2024

Sew the outer casing of our leather dog beds

We need the outer casing of our luxury dog beds to be sewn in leather

$35

Coburg VIC, Australia

8th Dec 2024

I have the leather and the pattern. Its a very simple pattern of the outer casing of the dog beds we are making.

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👍

Sewing a hooded adult dinosaur towel

$60

Brunswick VIC, Australia

7th Aug 2024

Hello! I’m needing someone who has a sewing machine and enjoys doing crafty things! If you accept this task I’ll provide you with a list of all materials needed as well as the patterns and instructions. I’ll bring you all the materials and will keep up once done

Raven was amazing! She was so detailed with the work. Will definitely be back

Sewing of clothes

$5

Prahran VIC, Australia

3rd Aug 2024

Looking for someone to sew some baby pants. Will provide the materials and pattern. The pieces will be cut. Your task is to sew the pants. Quote is per item made. 30 pairs need to be sewn. With ongoing work possible. Please quote what you will sew each item for. Eg. $5 per pair sewn. Will pay cash for total of the 30 pairs sewn.

Gurpreet’s work is great. Easy to communicate with too. Thanks again 🙏