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Recent Tailors reviews in Melbourne

Absolutely fantastic, would highly recommend! Completed task to a very high standard and in a timely manner. Thank you Fatemeh

Sewing - product similar to a sock

$450

Fantastic job, great communication. Lynne is a talented seamstress who can make you anything!

Sew Roman blind

$100

Absolutely divine company and wonderful work. Will certainly use again

URGENT hand sewing

$69

Great job! Wish the zippers I bought was longer. She also mix and matched nice fabrics for this project. Will use her service again

Sewing Box cushions for foam

$175

Perfect. Thanks so much. I’m so happy with what you’ve created. A++++

Custom beanbag creation / sewing job

$200

Excellent job done in a timely manner and very easy to communicate with.

Sewing linen

$50

low

$40

median

$80

high

$130

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Average reviews for Tailors Services in Melbourne

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What does a tailor do?

This service covers tailoring, clothing alterations, and sometimes even repair for different kinds of garments. This includes men’s suits, women’s coats, trousers, wedding dresses, and even down jackets. In the case of made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring, your wardrobe will show off your personality and fit your lifestyle in a way that off-the-rack can’t match.

When booking a clothes tailor near you through our platform, you get some great added perks, such as picking a reviewed and rated tailor in your area, having a tailor go to your home or office, and working within your budget! Do note that some details may vary depending on the tailor you hire, so make sure that your task post is as detailed as possible. 

Alteration tailor near you

Whether you need stitching near you or any alteration, Taskers can do most tailoring work and alter a garment to fit you better. If you plan to get an off-the-rack item and take it to clothing alterations near you, it’s best to choose a size that fits the widest point of your body. From there, your local tailor will take in or cinch the rest of the item. Tailors can also make sleeves or pant legs slimmer, adjust the straps and bust darts of a dress, shorten the sleeves of a shirt, add the lining, and add buttons or hook-and-eye clasps. 

On the other hand, a tailor cannot make a garment bigger or longer. They also can’t fix a bad shoulder fit on a jacket or coat. Also, it is inadvisable to let out the stitches in fabrics like linen, cotton, and silk, since holes will show. 

Clothing repair by experienced tailors

Most local tailors near you can also repair clothing. This can mean fixing a zipper, stopping a hem from fraying, repairing a rip, or reweaving a hole. When you book a clothing tailor near you to repair your item, they’ll tell you if the item can still be repaired, and what the risks (and cost) of the repair would be. They can also offer advice on how to better care for your clothing or avoid further damage, such as using a mesh bag in the laundry for your more delicate items or getting your clothes dry-cleaned instead.

Made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring

Looking for a suit tailor near you for bespoke clothing? Tailoring or altering your off-the-rack garment is a fast and affordable way to make clothes fit you better. But if you want your wardrobe to fit you to a T, made-to-measure or bespoke tailoring is the way to go. While these services are offered at tailor shops near you, Airtasker lets you book a bespoke tailor who can go to your home or office. 

No need to worry about going to a tailor shop near you - Taskers can provide the supplies, take your measurements and requests (or in the case of made-to-measure, let you choose a pattern), and assist you with the fittings! This service saves time while still making sure you look stunning at that upcoming event - skilled Taskers can help you with planning for the big day as well!

Recent Tailors tasks in Melbourne

Suit pant and jacket sleeves shortening

$50

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

19th Apr 2025

I have a suit that requires pant length and jacket sleeves shorten. If you can do the job please tell me your location and price. Thank you.

Looking for local sewer/manufacturer for jeans sample

$200

Melbourne VIC, Australia

18th Apr 2025

We’re a clothing brand looking for someone to help create a high-quality sample of our jeans design. Must have experience with denim, patterns, and clean finishes. Located in Melbourne.

Shorten suit jacket

$100

East Melbourne VIC 3002, Australia

13th Apr 2025

I have bought a new wool sport coat and want the length shortened approx 5cm Also want the sleeves shortened so shirt sleeve can be seen

Stitching / sewing an elastic strap onto leather gloves

$30

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

12th Apr 2025

I've got a pair of heated motorcycle gloves off eBay. They are old and the fastening strap has come off (and been lost). I need to replace it with something elastic (to go around the wrist). I might be able to repurpose the strap from these old ski gloves (also pictured)

I need a skirt hem sewn

$15

Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

9th Apr 2025

I stepped on the hem of my silk skirt andcrealise I need eitger an overloxker or someone who can sew better than I to fix it. Approx 30 cm I live in Carlton North and can drop off today if in the area. It would be a 2 min job I inagine, if one has a machine. If possible today but if not Friday?

Alter suit

$200

Prahran VIC, Australia

8th Apr 2025

Tuxedo does not fit well requires shortening of sleeves and slimmer fit.

Linen Sheet Repairs (Sewing Machine Needed)

$35

St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Hi there! I’m looking for someone local who can help me repair two linen sheets using a sewing machine. They need some mending, nothing too complicated if you know about sewing, just a bit of stitching to bring them back to life. If you’re experienced with sewing (especially with linen fabric) and have a machine, I’d love to hear from you! Happy to drop them off or meet somewhere convenient

Sew a curtain

$50

Fitzroy North VIC, Australia

6th Apr 2025

We need 2 simple curtains made see images as reference

Sew back seat cushion leather couch

$60

Essendon VIC 3040, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Hi, need to have leather couch seam sewed back together on seat cushion. Approx 10 to 15 cm.

Sew pockets onto pants

$40

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

4th Apr 2025

Reaching out to anyone who can sew 2 pockets onto the front (both left and right side) of these cotton pants. No rush for timing, can be done whenever. Happy to drop off & pick up

Heavy lifters to manoeuvre industrial sewing machine into another room

$100

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

2nd Apr 2025

Need heavy lifters to manoeuvre a industrial sewing machine around tight corner into another room of my house

Sew doona cover hem

$20

St Kilda VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2025

Just need a hem sewed across one edge of my cotton (double)doona cover

Help sewing my dress

$40

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

31st Mar 2025

I started doing my traditional dress and my sewing machine broke and everything has been cut already. I need help finding someone that can sew it for me cause I really don’t have time to do it this week. I’m sorry in advance that I can’t pay more.

Sewing a swimsuit

$150

Moonee Ponds, Victoria

28th Mar 2025

Would like someone with experience in sewing to sew a swim suit for me. I have the pattern and all the materials including the lining. Someone who has experience in working with Lycra and other stretch fabrics.

Sew a swimsuit

$150

Melbourne VIC, Australia

28th Mar 2025

I am looking for an experienced sewer to sew a swimsuit. In the Melbourne area. I can supply all the materials .

Sewing machinist piece work 50 garments total small brand

$10

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

27th Mar 2025

22 x white skirt & top 22 x black skirt & top 44 pieces total Bonded Crepe fabric heavy fabric, wonderful to sew with Size breakdown XS - L XS: 7 S: 6 M:6 L:3 Skirt buckle hardware on side of skirt, waistband, mid length, CB zip CB slip lined skirt no hem Top elasticized boob-tube top bust darts with side zip elasticized cut out lined no hem Will need an industrial machine/ and overlocker

Sew x2 couch buttons

$50

Toorak VIC, Australia

25th Mar 2025

Top and bottom buttons need to be sewn in of couch

Was impressed with Alison’s sewing skills and communication. Would definitely book her again should the need arise.

Teach me to use my sewing machine

$5

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

18th Feb 2025

Hi, I’ve been gifted my great grandmothers singer sewing machine from the 60-70s . My mother knows how to sew but we love to far away from each other, I need someone to help me in person. I’m a fast learner and patient. I need to learn more about the machine, and other basics. I’ve done sewing back in high school so I know a little. Price is low, as I’m uni student but I’m happy to negotiate

Very lovely and helpful

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!

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.