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Angela made me up some covers for padded bar stools. She made a pattern from one of the old covers and they came up a treat. Fantastic job, and I was particularly impressed with the quick turnaround time. Thank you!
Sewing chair covers x3
$120
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Elena’s work is amazing. Highly recommend and will definitely use Elena’s services again. I am so happy with the quality of work and the speed in which the job was done. Thank you so much Elena.
I need sewing
$280
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Great work. Thanks for speedy service.
Sew new elastic around underlay edge
$50
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Thanks for the beautiful cushion covers and the sewing of a difficult window seat. You have done a great job.
Sew 2 cushions covers and a window seat cover
$150
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Great job, efficient and friendly. Thanks!
SEWING - Unstitch/restitch blazer pocket
$50
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Amazing job and communication especially when we had some postage drama! Did exactly what I was after was professional and spot on. Definitely recommend Minka!
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Top Seamstress related questions
Yes. If your dress has enough seam allowance, a seamstress may let out the garment by 1” to 3.” Or a skilled seamstress can add fabric, beadwork, or lace to extend the dress. Specify the current length of your dress or attach a photo to your task. Then, Taskers can recommend possible ways to lengthen your dress.
Try to hire a seamstress at least 4 weeks before you need the garment. This lead time should allow enough time for multiple fittings, so your seamstress can get the right fit. Significant alterations like taking in or letting out seams may take a few days to weeks, depending on your Tasker’s availability and skill. But some seamstresses may accommodate an urgent request. Let us know what you need, and we’ll connect you with Taskers who can help you out.
Yes, dry-cleaning services are also available on Airtasker. Once your dress has been altered to your fit and style, put up a task to have your garment dry-cleaned. Alternatively, ask your seamstress if they can arrange for dry-cleaning for you, so you can receive your dress ready to wear. Whatever arrangement you prefer, we’ll help you find Taskers who can get it done.
Alteration usually takes a few days or a week, depending on the complexity of an alteration. But if you need a garment altered within the same day, you may find a seamstress who can do the job. A same-day alteration may be possible, especially with minor modifications on trousers and skirts.
A seamstress is regarded as a “jack of all trades” in mending, altering, or making garments. Historically, a seamstress didn’t necessarily have the technical skills to create a custom garment from scratch. On the other hand, a dressmaker specialises in dressmaking, which entails a higher level of skill. Dressmaking skills include measuring, sewing (by machine and hand), and communication skills. Furthermore, dressmakers are generally able to create a garment from start to finish.
You may provide the fabric and trimmings, or have your dressmaker supply all the materials. Just make sure to consider any material costs in your Airtasker quote. Your Tasker can work with an existing garment you provide, or they can source the fabrics and trimmings for you.
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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!
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Seamstress to sew hems, finishes ect
$40
Long Jetty NSW, Australia
2nd Sep 2024
I’m a fashion design student who is completing a 6 look collection for a show on the 27th of November and am looking for a highly skilled seamstress to help assist with finalising some of my pieces. This includes various types of hemming, sewing buttons and closures ect
Sewing teacher for my year 10 homeschooler
$40
Concord NSW, Australia
2nd Sep 2024
I'm looking for someone to teach my daughter machine sewing skills. She's particularly interested in up-cycling but also wants to develop basic machine skills as well so she can do her own projects.
After someone to sew 2 patches onto a little athletics top
$15
Stafford Heights QLD, Australia
2nd Sep 2024
Sew 2 patches onto a little athletics shirt
Sew on buttons on shorts
$25
Morayfield QLD, Australia
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Sew on buttons on work shorts
Prototype sewn by local/traveller
$100
Westcourt QLD, Australia
1st Sep 2024
Required Local Person in Cairns who can sew. I need something quite basic sewn for me - need to be able to sew a zip as well. will.only provide intricate details upon meeting Airtasker in person. I will provide all materials you need, you just need yourself and your sewing machine . Willing to pay well for prototype. Upon receiving perfect product in my hands $100 Can discuss in person in more detail but is a venture I'm financially investing in
Zipper repair
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Mascot NSW 2020, Australia
1st Sep 2024
Zipper failed for my dress
I need 4 couch cushions sewn. Fabric provided
$100
Sunshine Coast QLD, Australia
1st Sep 2024
I need 4 couch cushions made for a campervan.
Sew cushion covers
$150
Broome WA, Australia
31st Aug 2024
Make 2 cushion covers for caravan seat. You will need to supply material and fastenings but I will pay you for them too. 2 Cushions make the size of a single bed when layed next to each other
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.
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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.
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Fast and professional👍
Sew a Mattress Cover from scratch
$250
Warilla NSW, Australia
14th Aug 2024
I’m looking for someone who is handy with a Sewing Machine to make me a mattress cover. The double mattress is in 3 parts and the foam is already cut.This means there are 3 pieces and slightly different sizes to cover. It is a mattress for my camper van 🚐
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Madeline did an excellent job making the covers for my van mattress! Lovely human to deal with as well 🙌🏻
Sewing - take in school trousers by 5cm at waist
$20
Nicholls ACT, Australia
12th Aug 2024
Take in school trousers by 5cm at waist. Must be experienced sewer. Please collect and return.
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Thank you Carmel - task completed as requested. :)
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
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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.
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Gurpreet’s work is great. Easy to communicate with too. Thanks again 🙏
Seamstress to create custom couch arm covers for my koala couch
$150
Manly NSW 2095, Australia
3rd Aug 2024
Require custom couch arm covers as cat has scratched couch arm. Made to measure please
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Phenomenal job thank yoj
Sew 4 bed pillow cases from existing fabric
$75
Redfern NSW, Australia
21st Jul 2024
Two queen fitted sheets have ripped with large holes in them. Rather than lose the set, I’d like to make pillow cases from the linen fabric and replace the sheets. I have existing pillow cases that can be used as a template if required for size.
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Burley did a great job sewing pillows for me. There was clear communication and he worked to timelines with regular updates. Would recommend.
Curtain sewing
$5
Northwest Outer Brisbane QLD, Australia
19th Jul 2024
I need someone to sew curtains that I bought in Ikea
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All as we talked and amazing crafting.
Sewing Machinist - Canvas Covers Alteration
$125
Waterloo NSW, Australia
19th Jul 2024
Hello I have two Waterproof Covers - for out door furniture, that need to be brought up. Currently @ 32". the height needs to be 28".... 1 seater Chair & a 2 seater Will need to be have webbing and buckle / clips sew onto each 4 courners (will be supplied). You can bring your machine to my place - to do the alteration (preferably)..... or I can bring to you within 10km of Waterloo. The waterpoof covers is 420D in thickness.
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Hui - incredible, communication and attention to detail beyond expectations. Thank you
Dress Maker to make a dress I have a picture of. Within 2 weeks.
$120
Brighton VIC, Australia
17th Jul 2024
I have a picture of a dress I’d like made for my 50th. I won’t be wearing it all night and doesn’t need to be the highest quality. I don’t have a pattern just a picture.
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Gyorgi has been amazing! Has gone above and beyond on my dress! Would highly recommend!!!
Sewing + Upholstery Help-Exp'd sewer w/ own straight stitch machine
$64
Cremorne VIC, Australia
17th Jul 2024
Please read the entire post before responding. I need help later today (preferrably) or tomorrow in my workspace in South Richmond and this is the perfect time to trial someone interested in upholstery sewing production work, casually. I've done a bad thing , and ran an overlock and straight stitch machine into the repair shop sewing odd bits onto denim. Grrr. ++I need somene whos a good to great sewing person w/ straightstitch machine to use here for this trial. Please have sewing / example pics to send thru if theyre not on your main page here. ANY pro or hobby upholstery examples would be great to see so the conversation has a shorthand quickly :) I need someone who can travel w/ their straight stitch machine and knows how to use a home level industrial overlock machine and if you know how to handle a Juki overlocker great!!! --Trialing someone to work a couple hours in Richmond ASAP. This can turn into casual onsite, or casual piece work from home for the right person for sure, as well. +++ANY other sewing and upholstery/ cushions people here such as Richard and May K. HELLO! im keen on speaking to you+++ Thank you.
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Chika made this projects labour + details smooth and swift. Definitely see you again. Thank you!