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Recent Seamstress reviews in East London

Sorry I didn't release the payment earlier but I was a little confused on how to but the work done was first class thankyou

Need a corset back on a prom dress

£30

Mihaela is a star! Everything I needed and more. Highly recommended.

Seamstress needed

£5

Munir is a pleasure to do business with. Very conscientious and likeable.

Sewing JOBS! New arm rest covers for office chair & shorten curtains.

£75

Brenda did brilliant job on two dining chairs. Was a complicated pattern and sewing was great and chairs look great Thank you Brenda and hope to see you again! Mark

Sewing Fabric onto chairs

£70

Mihaela was very professional and easy to work with. She made the adjustments to my dress very quickly. I hope to work with her again soon.

I need a seamstress or dressmaker to take measurements

£60

Thank you very much. Finished the task 2 days before. Really good job done.

Seamstress

£500

What's the average cost of a seamstress in East London

£46 - £96

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£46

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£67

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£96

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Average reviews for Seamstress Services in East London

based on 14 reviews

4.79

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What seamstresses near me do?

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 near me 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:

Clothing adjustments - 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? 

Clothing adjustments - 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 or do clothing adjustments near me, be it a stunning evening gown or a tailored business attire.

Clothing adjustments - 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 local 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 adjustments - 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. 

Clothing adjustments - 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.

Airtasker has over 11 seamstresses in East London, with an average rating of 4.79 stars from 14 reviews. Get in touch with seamstresses such as Enny P, Tracy S, and Tofunmi A today to get a wide variety of Seamstress jobs done.
Don't live in East London? We also have seamstresses available in Knightsbridge and West London available today.

Recent Seamstress tasks in East London

Someone to sew me some mini curtains :)

£85

Hitchin Square, Greater London

2nd Apr 2025

I have the material, I just need a few sets of curtains sewn. They’re small but many! (for narrowboat windows) 6 little windows and one under kitchen sink. I don’t have a sewing machine so I can meet you somewhere to give you the fabric and meet again to collect :)

Fix my sewing machine

£20

Woodford Wells, Greater London

29th Mar 2025

The bobbin at the bottom will not go round, it has stopped going round which is stopping it from stitching. Futura seeing machine model 1000

Sewing machine service

£60

Dalston, Greater London, E8

26th Mar 2025

Im struggling getting my sewing machine to work

Sewing badges on a blanket for my son

£30

Isle Of Dogs, Greater London

25th Mar 2025

Sew scouts badges on a blanket for my son before he goes on camp as he will need it I will pin them in place there are about 30 badges I will provide the needle and thread as well

Sewing machine repair/service

£90

Silvertown, Greater London

18th Mar 2025

I have a Brother Innov-Is 15 domestic sewing machine that I would like to have serviced. If possible, it would be great if you could also offer pick-up and delivery to E16.

Help with sewing machine

£20

Wanstead, Greater London, E11

17th Mar 2025

to thread up the machine and sort out the bobbin

Even my task was not full filled , thanks for your attempt.

I need embroidered patches sewed/ironed onto two sweatshirts

£30

Greenwich, Greater London, SE10

14th Mar 2025

I have a number of embroidered patches that I want sewing/ironing onto two separate sweatshirts. The peacock wings need to be sewn on. The little flowers can be ironed on. It’s important that you can pick up and drop off. 🧵

I’m really pleased. Enny is a star 🌟

Service a brother sewing machine

£60

Blackheath, Greater London, SE3

3rd Mar 2025

My Brother Sewing machine needs a service

Seamstress

£20

Woodford Bridge, Greater London

20th Feb 2025

I need a mobile seamstress to take in a compression garment

Sample dress maker

£50

Stratford New Town, Greater London

19th Feb 2025

make a dress pattern from a sketch, sew with my materials will be provided. must be top notch, able to include zips, linings,

Absolutely fantastic workmanship. I, myself an experienced designer, know quality when I see it. I showed her a picture of what I wanted, and she followed my requests to the tee and provided an excellent all round memorable experience from communication to delivery. It is obvious that Sonia truly enjoys her craft. I feel very lucky to have found her, thank you so much Sonia

Service sewing machine / put a new needle in / help me thread it

£50

Woolwich, Greater London, SE18

18th Feb 2025

i got a sewing machine second hand and it didn't come with a manual and i don't have any tools to be able to insert a needle into the machine

Sewing machine engineer

£30

Alameda Place, Greater London

16th Feb 2025

Brother LS14s needs maintenance, needle out of alignment and it’s consistently dropping stitches

Seamstress machinist

£800

Hackney, Greater London, E8

13th Feb 2025

We urgently need a seamstress/machinist for various garments/ levels for an upcoming show at London Fashion Week. Pay per hour.

Prom dress

£350

Hornchurch, Greater London, RM11

13th Feb 2025

i have looked everywhere for a prom dress but i can’t find the perfect one

Sewing machine repair

£80

Mill Meads, Greater London

12th Feb 2025

Foot not working cannot fix it

Clothing pattern cutter

£40

Cranham, Greater London

24th Jan 2025

I need someone local to me who can make a pattern piece for clothing I have designed

Seamstress

£20

Hackney, Greater London, E8

2nd Jan 2025

We would like it to be onsite, in dalston, london. The pay is negotiable. They are couture pieces.

Repair sewing machine

£100

Abbey Wood, Greater London

15th Dec 2024

Sewing machine stop working

Sewing machine timing repair

£30

Central Parade, Greater London

16th Nov 2024

My sewing machine jammed (lots of threads came up from the bobbin) and now the bobbin thread won't catch. I think the timing has been thrown off.

Help sew up my rucksack

£15

Cambridge Heath, Greater London, E2

27th Sep 2024

I have a Roka rucksack. The front pocket has a tear along the bottom so you can't use it. Other than that, the rucksack is in a usable condition, and I like to keep items in use as long as possible I am looking for someone to repair the tear. It's not a massive job, but the material is like rain jacket material, so needs to be good strong stitches that won't break it further, with a patch probably? I'm no expert! I am based in SW London and work in central London, so can discuss drop offs etc