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What do seamstresses include?

It may seem practical to simply go for off-the-rack clothing, but if you want to look your best, the key is to work with a seamstress who knows exactly how to make garments look completely yours.

Here’s what’s on offer when you hire seamstresses close to you on Airtasker:

Pattern cutting

If you’re a budding designer keen on crafting your own 2D designs, you can enlist the help of a seamstress to transform these through expert pattern cutting. This process puts your design onto paper or digital form that will serve as the foundation of an actual, wearable garment. Whether you want a one-of-a-kind dress or are looking to get a head start in launching your very own clothing line, Taskers can easily assist you in bringing your vision to life, with the perfect fit and impeccable quality.

Once your personally designed pieces are ready for use, why not hire a professional model to pose in your clothes? 

Dressmaking

Struggling to find your dream dress or garment in the shops you visit? A usual downside to ready-to-wear clothing is the fit or size may not always work for your body type. But there’s no need to fret, because you can work with a seasoned dressmaker to craft something from scratch, be it a stunning evening gown or a tailored business attire.

Clothing repair

Accidents happen — and so do tears and rips in your favourite clothes. While it can be heartbreaking, don’t resort to buying a replacement just yet. Book an appointment with a seamstress near you and have your piece restored to its former glory in no time at all. Whether it's a jacket from your college days or an heirloom dress, your hired Tasker can surely save you the trouble of parting ways with your wardrobe staples. You can also have your items dry-cleaned after repairs so you don’t have to wait long to use them again.

Clothing alteration

When your clothes don’t fit perfectly, even the best designs can start to feel wrong. Awkwardly loose shoulder pads or pants that are way too long are just some of the many, many things that can go wrong when you mindlessly purchase off the racks. But if you’ve already spent money on ill-fitting pieces or are hesitant about replacing hand-me-downs that are still in good condition, there’s always a guaranteed workaround to this dilemma. Work with seamstresses close to you, to alter your clothes and make them fit better to your specifications. 

Prom dressmaking

Prom may be a special event in a teenager’s life, but your dress doesn't have to come with an eye-watering price tag. Be the belle of the ball without spending three months’ worth of allowance by booking dressmaking seamstresses near you for a custom-made fit. Taskers can craft a unique dress that suits your budget, personal style, and schedule. Pair this with a reasonably rated hairdressing service to complete your entire look.

Recent Seamstress tasks in London Croydon

Sewing and overlocking napkins

£400

Selhurst, Greater London, CR0

24th Sep 2024

300 Napkins cut out of the fabric, overlocked rolled hem and label attached with zig zag stitch

Tailoring

£15

Croydon, Greater London

15th Sep 2024

Alterations on my trousers - Due date: Flexible

Clothing alterations

£10

Croydon, Greater London

18th Aug 2024

I’ve got a number of garments that need to be altered to fit me. To be shortened or made bigger various items I have got a sewing machine

Trouser alterations

£60

Croydon, Greater London

30th Apr 2024

I have at least 3 pairs of trousers that I need tapered and either lengthened or shortened. Many thanks, David

Bridesmaid dress alterations

£50

Croydon, Greater London

9th Jul 2023

I have a bridesmaid dress that needs taking in a bit around the bust and potentially a bit on the length - Due date: Before Friday, 28 July 2023

Help with sewing alterations 

£40

Croydon, Greater London

27th Jun 2023

I have a number of alterations that I need to make a little bit bigger from dresses to jeans… Shortening hems and widening back/shoulders I have a sewing machine and I can sew in a straight line. But I’m confusional with no sense like an infant trying to put squares into a circle Help with sewing alterations @ £10/hr - Due date: Flexible afternoon eve

Help with making some sewing alterations

£30

Croydon, Greater London, CR0

28th Apr 2023

I have a number of alterations for clothing that I need to whiz through. Just involves adding some power net to dresses to make them fit, and jeans… And thereafter, maybe a couple of dresses in terms of the length Simple tasks. It’s just I struggle with things with brain injuries, but I can sew in a straight line. Normally pay £10 per hour

Sewing of cushion covers

£20

Croydon, Greater London

4th Nov 2022

I have two cushion covers that are part of a couch and need stiching so I can have the full set. - Due date: Needs to be done on Saturday, 5 November 2022

Seamstress/tailoring HELP me whack up a costume real quick

£10

Croydon, Greater London

24th Oct 2022

I have some hallowe’en costumes that are half done and need altering Pls come to my house and together we can whack up something real quick on the sewing machine I’m brain injured. Cannot work alone Not totally useless tho - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 25 October 2022

Groovy. Thank you Friendly and helpful and came well prepared Tailoring task taken from idea 💡 to formulation ready for hallowe’en Recommended

Help making costume on sewing machine

£35

Croydon, Greater London

30th Sep 2022

I’m trying to make a hallowe’en costume I have a sewing machine. But I cannot think alone Anyone wanna come round and help make outfit? - Due date: Flexible

Brother flat sewing machine servicing

£200

Selhurst, Greater London, CR0

21st Aug 2022

the machine has stopped working - Due date: Before Friday, 26 August 2022

Tailor/dressmaker/sewing task

£20

Croydon, Greater London, CR0

21st Jun 2022

Make a tiny bikini top fit a jj cup by attaching it to a bra or something Other sewing projects also for future reference

Quick sewing urgency

£15

Croydon, Greater London, CR0

10th Jun 2022

To sew splash-proof fabric/rubber/anything waterproof Onto shape-wear garments (2) Urgent as dating party tomorrow

Clothing alterations

£25

Croydon, Greater London

3rd Jun 2022

A number of long summer dresses need to be shortened, I have some other projects for a more experienced seamstress, making things fit that are too small that don’t cover the bust - Due date: Flexible

Dress alterations

£30

Croydon, Greater London

6th Feb 2022

At this moment there are two dresses that are slightly too small that need to be made bigger I also have some Shapeware that I would like to add a sizeable hole to the crotch I also have Dresses that are too long and some flared trousers that are too long There are some other items but they are buried in my wardrobe awaiting a Spring clean to sort - Due date: Flexible