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Recent Sewing reviews
Excellent work and professional.
Cut and sew silk Bedspread
$350
Judith did any amazing sewing task for me. Just so pleased! I’m looking for more things to have her work on for me. Very great at communicating and super pleasant kind and accommodating! Could not recommend highly enough Look no further
Sew - straight x2 sides of flat fabric
$60
Completed task efficiently and with great communication!
Sewing flag patches onto a backpack
$40
Elena was absolutely wonderful. Fantastic work and just lovely :)
Help sewing using an overlocker
$18
Outstanding, professional work on my sheer curtains. Very talented! Thank you
Sheer Curtain Sewing
$300
Thank you for the great job! Very prompt and lovely to deal with :)
Very simple sewing job
$200
What's the average cost of a sewing alteration service
$50 - $155
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$100
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Taskers can sew any item for you, be it clothing, accessories, or upholstery. Sewing experts can make, repair, or alter fabric pieces, such as shirts, dresses, curtains, and seat covers. They can also add embellishments like embroidery onto clothes and other fabrics.
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Yes. Dressmakers and seamstresses have overlapping skills, but they differ in certain skill sets. In general, dressmakers specialise in making dresses. What’s more, dressmakers tend to have a wider range of skills, from designing a dress to putting fabrics together. Meanwhile, seamstresses or seamsters are considered a “jack of all trades” in sewing. Their main task is to sew garments together.
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Sewing services include dressmaking, tailoring, and clothing alteration and repair. Our platform connects you with sewing experts for various items, such as prom dresses, trousers, jackets, and streetwear. Whether you need a jumpsuit made from scratch or a dress was taken up, you’ll find Taskers who can help. Here’s a list of sewing tasks you can get done through our platform.
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Hire a sewist who can create clothes for you based on a sketch, existing garment, or Pinterest inspiration. Bespoke dressmaking or tailoring lets you achieve the perfect fit and style. And you’re sure to have a one-of-a-kind garment you’ll love to wear for the years to come. Sewing experts can sew custom garments, including prom dresses, costumes, wedding dresses, and polo shirts.
If you run a small business, put up a task and find an experienced sewer who can produce your products, be it womenswear or small mittens. When your pieces are ready, a fashion photographer can take amazing photos of your clothes – ready for posting on Instagram!
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Sewers can alter clothes in many ways, such as adjusting the length of trousers or tightening a skirt around the waist. Sewing experts can also add features to a garment, whether it’s adding nifty pockets to a dress or sewing patches onto sleeves.
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Recent Sewing tasks
Taking in a skirt (sewing)
$25
Runaway Bay QLD, Australia
1st May 2026
I have a long skirt I need taking in so it fits me properly. Need it for Monday
Industrial sewing, simple job through nylon webbing
$300
Unanderra NSW, Australia
1st May 2026
- Reinforcing nylon webbing straps to a small pouch (they are already sewn but not strong enough) - A decent quality sewing machine will be needed - 100 pouches to start with (red lines on image represent where reinforcement stitching is needed)
Industrial sewing machine service
$100
Greensborough VIC, Australia
30th Apr 2026
Knee lift not working, manual lift is
I need someone to sew a custom dog costume
$50
St Clair NSW 2759, Australia
30th Apr 2026
I am looking for a local dressmaker or costume designer to create a custom dragon outfit for my dog’s upcoming event. The costume should be clearly distinguishable as a dragon rather than a dinosaur, featuring a scale like pattern, back spikes and a tail. I would also like a matching hat designed with slits so my dog’s ears can fit through comfortably. While I am primarily interested in red, green or black, I am open to other color suggestions. Most importantly, I am seeking someone located in St Clair, St Marys, Mt Druitt, Penrith or Glenmore Park who can perform an in person fitting to ensure the costume is perfectly sized and comfortable for my dog. Neck 26 cm 10 to 12 inches Chest 40 cm 15 inches Length 34-38 cm 13.3-14.9 inches Waist 34 cm 12.20 inches
Soft furnishings maker — sew prototype fitted cover for headboard
$500
Bondi Beach, New South Wales
30th Apr 2026
Price TBC based on conversation - Hi! I'm prototyping a new homeware product and I'm looking for an experienced soft furnishings maker or sample machinist to come to my home in Bondi and help me sew the first sample together. The piece is a fitted, shaped fabric cover with contrast piping along the front seam and fabric ties at the back. Think of it as a tailored slipcover. It needs to pull taut over a padded form, fit snugly, and finish cleanly. The padded foam to fit against Fabric (for the test sample) Piping cord, thread, and ties material What I need from you: Experience with fitted slipcovers, ottoman covers, or piped cushion covers or larger upholstery pieces like headboards Your own sewing machine The day will look like: Measure and pattern the form Cut and sew a first cover in fabric Adjust the pattern based on fit This is a creative collaborative project, not piecework — I'm looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving and sample development and is open minded. If it goes well, there may be more sample work as the range develops. Please share a few examples of past work in your reply, especially anything with piping, fitted covers Budget: Open to fair quotes — please include hourly or day rate. Location: Bondi Sydney Timing: Flexible — happy to work around your schedule, weekday or weekend
Patches sewn onto a jacket
$80
Canberra Central ACT, Australia
30th Apr 2026
I need three patches sewn onto a jacket for work, before 5pm tomorrow. I have the patches and jacket
Alteration/ Sewing on a rhythmic gymnastic competition leotard
$100
Chapel Hill QLD 4069, Australia
29th Apr 2026
Hi, we have got a competition leotard but it is a bit loose around the waist of my daughter. I think we need to make it 3 cm shorter. Could somebody help us? Also we may need to slightly trim the flowing hem. We would like to get it done as soon as possible as the competitions will start from this weekend. Thank you.
Sew on tags to 40 pieces of clothing
$100
Ascot Vale VIC, Australia
29th Apr 2026
We have tshirts, jumpers and crew necks that need a simple tag sewn on. Can be done at your own place or with sewing machine here.
Patches Sewn
$50
Hackett ACT 2602, Australia
20th Apr 2026
Rebooking task between Madelaine and Faiqa
Extremely helpful for a a tricky task at last minute. Her work is always fantastic and she communicates well.
Sew Clips onto a weft to turn into clip ins
$30
Rosebery NSW, Australia
20th Apr 2026
I have a Weft hair extensions that I need turned into clip ins. I have clips ready, they just need to be sewed on
Lovely girl, did an amazing job, very happy!!
Looking for private sewing lessons!
$50
Darlinghurst NSW, Australia
12th Apr 2026
I’m looking for someone who can take the time to help me learn how to sew. I know a few of the basics… but I really want to nail them. Ideally someone who’s available the same day and time each week! I’d love to learn how to sew scrunchies, underwear, make up bags etc and rolled hem.. as well as doing it straight! I have an Elna machine
Thank you so much for my sewing lesson! I had so much fun! My first scrunchie 😻
Sew Velcro Border onto Blackout Fabric (2 Panels) – Example Provided
$50
Tarneit VIC, Australia
3rd Apr 2026
Hi there, I’m looking for someone with a sewing machine to make up 2 blackout window covers. I’ve attached a photo of an existing one I already have — I’d like the same style made for my lounge windows. Basically just copying the one in the photo. Details: - 2 x panels - Each approx. 815mm (W) x 1115mm (H) - Blackout fabric with Velcro sewn around all edges What I need: - Cut fabric to size - Sew Velcro (loop side) neatly around all edges - Strong, clean stitching Materials: - I can supply fabric + Velcro OR - Happy for you to include materials in your quote Budget: - Simple sewing job — looking for a reasonable price Location: -Tarneit, VIC Notes: - I will install it myself - Doesn’t need to be fancy, just neat and effective - Main goal is to block out light completely Thanks!
Very happy with Lill. She understood the requirements and delivered the finished product with flawless workmanship. Recommended to all. A+
Teach a child and parent how to use a sewing machine 13th,17th April
$240
Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
25th Mar 2026
Description: Looking for someone patient and experienced with sewing to teach one child and her father how to use a sewing machine during the school holidays. Details: Dates: Monday 13 April and Friday 17 April Time: 3 hours each day Students: 1 child and 1 adult Sewing machine model: Brother FS60X Rate: $40 per hour Total : $240 We are looking for someone who can come in person and give them a fun, beginner-friendly introduction to using the sewing machine safely and confidently. The sessions would ideally cover: basic machine setup safety and how to use it properly threading and simple stitches helping them complete a simple beginner project if possible Please get in touch if you have experience teaching beginners or children, and are confident using sewing machines.
Samantha is organised, detail-oriented, and very easy to work with.She communicates clearly, puts strong effort into her work, and is always attentive and prepared. She is also a genuinely great person to work with. We really enjoyed working with her and look forward to continuing.
TEDDY REPAIR / SEWING
$80
Rosanna VIC, Australia
23rd Mar 2026
Our sons Jelly Cat teddy needs repairs See photos Happy to deliver for repairs
Very happy with my repairs!
Sew hem on linen fabric 5m x1.4m.
$50
Gaythorne QLD 4051, Australia
22nd Mar 2026
I have some linen fabric and I need a hem sewn around the edge. It’s 5m x 1.5m roughly.
So great, thank you so much!
Sewing fabric
$50
Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
18th Mar 2026
Swing two pieces of fabric together and edge the outside edges - 2x40cmx250cm
Clear and friendly communication, quick turnaround - completed work as requested
Sewing machine tutorial
$100
Bradbury NSW 2560, Australia
10th Mar 2026
I need someone to come to my place to give me a half hour set up tutorial of a brother sewing machine model number Lx27NT. I've tried several times and just can't wrap my head around the instructions so I think to be physically shown would be of benefit.
Jade was fantastic wouldn't hesitate to recommend her services .very happy with out come
Sewing/hemming fabric pieces
$20
Gregory Hills, New South Wales
2nd Mar 2026
Hi there, I’m looking for an experienced sewer/tailor to hem all 4 sides of a plain linen/cotton/(sometimes silk) cloth measuring 70cm x 180cm, 80x200cm I need a clean, professional double-fold hem on each edge so the finished size remains neat and suitable for event signage. Details: • Fabric: Medium-weight linen • Size before hemming: 70cm x 180cm, 80x200cm (depends may vary but always between this) • All 4 sides need hemming • Open to overlocked + folded hem if appropriate • This is for my small business, so quality finish is important * I would also require 2 eyelet holes inserted (I have these and will provide) Please let me know: • Your quote for one piece • Turnaround time • If you offer bulk pricing (I have ongoing work if your work is professional & quality) As of now, I will be finding someone who I can trust for quality work, So I will be trialling. Pick up/drop off fabric in Gregory Hills OR can pickup/drop off to you!
Tania was extremely professional. Great quality of work & timely.
Sewing teacher for learning to sew
$70
Bulimba QLD, Australia
26th Feb 2026
Location - Bulimba Hi there, I am looking for an experienced and skilled sewing teacher that can teach me sewing and pattern making. I have a sewing machine and would like for the teacher to come to the house on weekly or fortnightly basis. After learning the basics there are couple of projects that I would like help with completing. Location - Bulimba
I was able to organise sewing lessons with ease, Nina is very easy to communicate with. She has recommended how to prepare for the first lesson and has went over a lot of details on how to use my sewing machine during the lesson. I have enjoyed learning from her and recommend her services.
Sewing Table Cloths
$500
Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia
26th Feb 2026
We are needing 20 x Round Table Cloths sewn / made for a wedding on March 14th. The table cloths will be 3.3m Round. We are currently sourcing the fabric. We are based in Brunswick Melbourne Cut: 1 centre panel (150cm wide) 2 side panels (~90cm each including seam allowance) Join seams approx 75–90cm from centre on each side. Benefits: No seam in the middle Balanced look Seams fall naturally toward table edges Less noticeable in photos Seam Flat felled seam for durability Overlocked seam pressed open for linen or polyester
Nat & Lauren were wonderful to work with. They were fast, professional and friendly. We will certainly be using them again for sewing needs.



