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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 North London

Looking for sewing machinist in Wood green area.

£13

Wood Green, Greater London, N22

3rd Dec 2024

Looking for part time experienced sewing machinist to do some sewing work in fashion design studio. Know how to use industrial flat machine, overlock machine. Willing to earn. Paid per hour.

Alterations to bridesmaid dress

£40

Turnpike Lane, Greater London

14th Sep 2024

I'm looking for someone to take up a double layer bridesmaid dress and take it in also. https://www.ever-pretty.co.uk/products/spaghetti-strap-pleated-v-neck-high-slit-bridesmaid-dress-es0128b?_pos=21&_fid=6928fb85b&_ss=c&variant=43609519849659

Dress alterations

£20

Enfield, Greater London, EN2

2nd Sep 2024

I have a very long burgundy satin dress with a train. I need the dress shortened, added sleeves with back and chest coverage and the dress is a little too tight around the stomach/hip area.

Small Alterations & Repairs

£25

Winchmore Hill, Greater London

22nd Aug 2024

Repair the shirring on a top where the stitching has broken in one spot. Take in the bust area of a dress about 1 size. Happy to post the items or to drop to parts of London.

Tailoring for indian sari blouse

£20

Church End, Greater London

20th Jul 2024

Stitching of Saree blouse and alterations of jackets , dresses etc

Alterations

£25

Church End, Greater London

10th Jul 2024

Clothing alterations. I need an ill fitting dress fixed to fit properly for a wedding i have tomorrow.

Tailoring

£25

Bowes Park, Greater London

9th Jul 2024

Alteration of 3 trousers. Has to be machine not hand. I’m based in N22 and prefer someone local so I can drop and pick up

Sewing Alterations - take up 5 pairs of jeans / trousers

£30

Tottenham Hale, Greater London, N17

2nd Jul 2024

Take up 4 x pairs of trousers. Can drop off and collect later

Seamstress

£40

Southbury, Greater London

26th Jun 2024

Alterations for a silk long bridemaid dress, bodice, back straps and possibly hem length

Trouser alterations

£50

Bulls Cross, Greater London

16th Jun 2024

3 pairs of ladies trousers to be taken up

Trouser alterations

£50

Highgate, Greater London

9th Jun 2024

I have 5 pairs of trousers I’d like to let out by an inch or so. Can be dropped off or collected.

Tailoring

£20

Tottenham Hale, Greater London, N17

3rd Jun 2024

2 pairs of trousers and 1 pair of jeans. 2 needs leg tapering and 1 length alternating

Dress alterations

£25

Coldfall, Greater London

27th May 2024

My dress needs taking up for a wedding I have in Turkey - I leave on Wednesday

Alterations

£25

Crouch End, Greater London, N8

19th May 2024

Measure and alter trousers suit

Repair sewing machine

£30

Tottenham, Greater London, N15

9th May 2024

need my sewing machine fixed and serviced

Seamstress

£100

Seven Sisters, Greater London

18th Apr 2024

Hello I looking to manufacture boys and mans shirts need advice on fit and sizing

Dress alterations

£60

New Barnet, Greater London, EN5

12th Apr 2024

Need a dress taken in and straps altering

Alterations

£30

Southbury, Greater London

30th Mar 2024

Jumpsuit size 14 to be taken in. Wedding on Monday 1st April

Clothing alterations

£50

Noel Park, Greater London

23rd Mar 2024

I need a handful of clothing items altered including cinching, adding zippers, and hemming

Seamstress needed for Bay window dressing

£200

Seven Sisters, Greater London

9th Feb 2024

We need someone to: 1. Source and fit a curtain pole in a rectangular bay window 2. Alter curtains to the correct length 3. Dress and finalise window - Due date: Before Sunday, 10 March 2024