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Rae was lovely to deal with and completed it on time.

Deck chair covers to be sewed

$80

Great service

Sewing to some cloth

$50

Very happy with Dee’s work. Particularly that she managed to complete the task ahead of when she had initially expected to finish. I’d have no hesitation to recommend her sewing skills to anyone requiring this sort of work done. Thank you once again Dee! Cheers, Michael

8-10 cloth patches sewn onto a denim jacket

$40

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

Efficient, high quality work. Would recommend.

2 x suit pants fitted & hemmed

$50

She is the best! I would definitely recommend! Thank you so much!

I need sewing

$100

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$48

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$90

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$150

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Why hire a local tailor nearby through Airtasker?

Tailoring your clothes is a great investment. A well-fitting shirt or suit can spell the difference between drab or fab and give you the confidence boost that you need. But, going to a tailor shop or searching for tailors & alterations near your house can be time-consuming. And that’s before you go through measuring and fitting! But with Airtasker, finding and booking a tailor in your area takes only a few minutes.

When you request a tailor on our platform, you get to specify the location for your appointment. No need to go to a shop after work or on the weekend! Just have a Tasker drop by your home or office. You also get to specify the details of the task and your budget - this way, you avoid any overpriced fees, and you only pay for what you need.

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First, turn the pants inside-out and try them on. Use tailor’s chalk and pins to mark how much fabric you want to take in. Sew on top of the original seam then gradually turn the stitch towards your marks. Then, try on the jeans, cut the seam allowance, and zigzag the edges, so they don’t fray. If the jeans gape at the waistband, pinch the fabric, pin it into place, and stitch two darts on top of your back pockets.

It depends on what you want to be tailored. If you want to let the hems down or shorten the coat or sleeves, your tailor can usually do that for you. But, your local tailor can’t change anything around the shoulders. If a coat has gotten too tight around your shoulders, it’s best to trade it in for a new one.

If you're deciding on a coat style, check out this guide on double-breasted vs single-breasted coats to learn which style is best for you.

Tailors can’t:

  • Take more than 5 centimetres out of your jeans’ centre seam

  • Make a garment one size larger or two sizes smaller

  • Adjust shoulder pads or structure in a jacket or coat

  • Change the button profile or lapels of a jacket

  • Let out the seams or hems of garments made from silk, linen, or cotton

You can book a rated & reviewed tailor right here on Airtasker! To start:

  1. Tap the “Post a task” button and fill out the form.

  2. Don’t forget to include the details of the garment you want to alter or create.

  3. Indicate your location and budget as well.

  4. Tap “Get quotes” and wait for offers from nearby Taskers.

  5. Review their quotes as well as their customer ratings.

  6. Once you find a Tasker you like, tap to confirm your appointment.

When you first meet with your tailor, you can ask to see their previous pieces. Then, you can ask if the proposed cut, style, and cloth will meet your aesthetic and practical needs. Don’t forget to ask your tailor for a timeline, especially if you’re preparing for a wedding. You’ll also want to make sure that there is enough time for fittings, and that your tailor knows whether you’re at a steady weight or are currently dieting.

Alterations can take anywhere from 3 days to a whole week, depending on how busy your tailor is. If you’re rushing to get ready for a special occasion (say, a wedding or an office party), you might want to consider booking Taskers to help you out with events. While you might not be able to rush a highly-rated, in-demand tailor, you can spend time managing the other to-dos of your event. 

The cost of hiring a tailor can range from $3 to $150. This depends on different factors, such as your location, the type of garment you have, and the alteration/adjustment you need. Get a more detailed breakdown of how much tailoring costs to set the right budget when hiring a Tasker on our platform. 

Tailoring is all about creating or customising clothing to fit you perfectly, whether by making significant adjustments or crafting a garment from scratch. Alterations, on the other hand, focus on smaller tweaks to improve the fit of existing clothing, such as hemming trousers or taking in a dress.

Both options can help refine your look, but tailoring offers a more bespoke and personalised approach. Learn more about the difference between alterations and tailoring to find the best fit for your needs.

In Australia, hemming a pair of pants typically costs between $15 and $40. Prices may vary based on factors like fabric type, stitching style, and tailor expertise. For the best rates and service, compare offers from local Taskers on Airtasker.

If you need other alterations services, check out our Clothing Alterations Cost Guide to set the right budget when booking a Tasker.

Yes, some tailors offer same-day suit tailoring near you, but it depends on the complexity of the alterations and the Tasker's availability. Simple adjustments like hemming pants or taking in a jacket slightly may be completed within a few hours, while more complex alterations could take longer. To ensure availability, it’s best to check with local tailors on Airtasker and discuss your specific needs before booking a task.

If you need an idea on rates for suit tailoring, you can refer to this Suit Alterations Cost guide

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

Sew a picture outline of chicken joe ( surfs up) on jorts

$50

Hendra QLD, Australia

19th Apr 2025

Need a coloured picture of Chicken Joe sewed into the area below the back pocket of a pair of Jean shorts (jorts)

Sew leather seat

$100

Mosman NSW, Australia

19th Apr 2025

Sew up leather bench, minor Knick

Cut, stitch and sew curtains x 2

$80

Belair SA 5052, Australia

19th Apr 2025

Need curtains shortened please. Pick-up and do here or take away and return its up to you (can be flexible). I'd assume the fabric would be cut then stitched up. Has to be a nice clean finish. Thankyou in advance for helping. See images

Tailor for dress alteration

$50

Auchenflower QLD, Australia

19th Apr 2025

I need a dress taken in at the waist

Tailor Needed

$50

Hillcrest QLD, Australia

19th Apr 2025

I have 2 x work pants that need some patching. They both have a small hole about the size of a 5cent coin. Refer to picture. I’m happy to drop them off to you if you are local and need them back before work on Tuesday.

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.

Seamstress/ tailor

$10

North Sydney NSW, Australia

18th Apr 2025

Looking for beachware to sew in bulk

Set up sewing machine and show me how yo use it.

$50

Gosford NSW, Australia

16th Apr 2025

I have a new sewing machine, i need help setting it up and need to know how to hem a pair of pants.

she showed what i needed and it worked well

Sewing two patches on a uniform

$40

Chermside QLD 4032, Australia

14th Apr 2025

Hi, I require two patches to be professionally sewn to a Royal Australian Airforce Cadets uniform. Preferably the person can do this at their home and I can pick up and drop off same day - on Saturday, 19th April.

Thank you so much Caitlin! Your work was superb. I appreciated you fitting me in so quickly as this was required urgently. I’ll use you again for sure!

URGENT – Tailor Needed for 3 Suits (Must Come to Me)

$300

Kuraby QLD, Australia

12th Apr 2025

Hi, I need 3 suits tailored very urgently — trousers hemmed and jackets adjusted (sleeves, waist, etc.). I’m based in Kuraby, and I need someone to come to me for measurements and fittings. This needs to be fully completed within the week — ideally sooner. Only reach out if you’re experienced in suit tailoring and can commit to a fast turnaround. Please include: • Your availability • Your tailoring experience • Confirmation that you can travel to my location Thanks! Price is not locked, put offers in below.

Great work, she was on time and very easy to communicate with. She did a great work tailoring on such short notice. Highly recommend.

Fix / sew new zipper on denim skirt

$30

Buderim QLD, Australia

6th Apr 2025

Sew new / fix zipper on denim skirt

Efficient and easy to communicate with

Curtain and sheer hemming sewing

$300

Winthrop WA 6150, Australia

27th Mar 2025

I have got 6 curtains about 1.8m window widths (actual curtain is wider as it is S-fold wave design). Curtain has 250cm drop height and needs to bring down to 220cm height (Freedom brand). Just need to hem at the bottom. Preferably someone with experience please thank you. Best price quote please I can bring the curtains to you if not far from perth. Quantity reduced as sheets no longer needed.

Great tailoring and fabric work, 10/10 recommending her for her service.

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.

Tailoring

$50

Cremorne NSW 2090, Australia

19th Mar 2025

2x Pants hemmed. Wait taken in on pants and skirt. Straps shortened on 2 dresses and a top

Very friendly and fast service! Reasonable prices and work very well done.

Sewing 24 x long lycra tubes

$100

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

17th Mar 2025

Sewing 24 x pre-cut 3.5m x 75cm tan/nude lycra fabric pieces into 3.5m x 37cm tubes (approx), 1 stitch required only per piece, no hemming required on ends, overlock preferred, extra stitching to secure ends to stop splitting.

Very helpful and punctual. Great workmanship and attention to detail

Sew velcro on to 3x cushions + plywood

$150

Morphettville SA, Australia

15th Mar 2025

I need velcro tape sewn to the underside of 3 cushions (for a campervan). The other side of the velcro needs to be attached to the plywood base - I was thinking staple? I have the velcro (one side sew on, the other side adhesive)

Jacki was heaps good! Will be getting her help in the future

Quick Sewing Job – Attach Labels to 150–200 Garments

$250

Mermaid Beach QLD, Australia

12th Mar 2025

Hi! I’m looking for someone with a sewing machine to help attach labels onto around 150–200 garments. It’s a simple, straight sew — I’ll have the old labels unpicked and will provide all the new labels and materials. ✅ Quick and easy job ✅ Must have a sewing machine ✅ Ideally completed within 3–5 days It would be amazing if you could also: • Press and fold the garments after sewing • Put them back into the provided bags • clip the provided swing tags as well, before bagging in zip lock bags ( provided ) Potential for ongoing work monthly Thanks !

Absolutely thrilled with the work Gemma did! She exceeded all expectations — her attention to detail was spot on, and everything turned out so neat and beautifully finished. Communication was clear and easy from start to finish, and she followed every instruction perfectly. Honestly couldn’t have asked for better. Highly recommend! Thank you :) x

Repair suitcase

$50

Strathfield South NSW, Australia

9th Mar 2025

The fabric on my suitcase has come off. Looking for someone to stitch/ sew it back on. Probably will need a sturdy machine not by hand

Excellent work done

Sew a tear in portable cot

$50

Merrylands NSW 2160, Australia

3rd Mar 2025

Need a portable sewing machine job to sew the corner of a foldable Baby porta cot.. The stitching from one of the corners has given way and need's to be sewn back.

Excellent service and attention to detail. Quality work. Highly recommend