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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 Lambeth

Trouser alterations

£20

South Lambeth, Greater London, SW8

24th Jun 2024

Adjust the length of 3 pairs of trousers to make shorter

Seamstress

£350

South Lambeth, Greater London, SW8

12th Jun 2024

I would like a stretch satin floor length bridesmaid gown. Can provide the fabric. The dress I have in mind is a combination of the attached pictures, with the same bodice long dress features but with the off shoulder sleeves. I am a size UK 14 so ideally it should fit slightly loose.

Dress alterations

£30

Kennington, Greater London

28th May 2024

I need the bodice of my dress shortened

X3 Trouser Alterations — Shortening

£30

Kennington, Greater London

18th May 2024

Women’s trousers need shortening: X2 pants taken up by a hem X1 pants taken up by 2 hems

Hilda was fantastic! Timely, professional and very skilled. Would highly recommend. Thanks Hilda — love your work 🙂

Dinner jacket and trousers alterations

£100

Vauxhall, Greater London, SE11

12th Apr 2024

Sleeves shortened on jacket; waist taken in and legs shortened on trousers. All on Dinner suit

Excellent. Thoroughly recommend.

Seamstress

£20

Kennington, Greater London

21st Jan 2024

I’m looking for a seamstress to help me make clothes for my business - Due date: Flexible

Seamstress

£100

South Lambeth, Greater London, SW8

19th May 2023

Hi, we are a flat share and we have a items we need altering such as trouser lengths and waist bands and we were looking to get someone in to do it in one day - Due date: Flexible

Dress Tailoring

£50

South Lambeth, Greater London, SW8

28th Jun 2022

I need a dress altering to fit me. - Due date: Before Monday, 11 July 2022

Clothing alterations

£20

Vauxhall, Greater London, SE11

26th Nov 2021

Help turning a dress that’s too small into a top - Due date: Flexible

I need seamstress services

£5

South Lambeth, Greater London, SW8

24th Apr 2021

I need 3 seams each 10cm long. Fabric is already marked. I've done 1 already