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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 South Kensington

Curtain Alterations

£125

South Kensington, Greater London, SW7

5th Oct 2024

Curtains need to be shortened (10 in total)

Great service and communication

Seamstress- alterations 1-2 days a week in a shop in Knightsbridge

£5

Brompton, Greater London

12th Mar 2024

Seamstress needed to do alterations. 1-2 days per week for a shop located in Knightsbridge Contact me if interested

Seamstress to work one or two days a week in Knightsbridge

£5

Brompton, Greater London

5th Mar 2024

We need a seamstress to work for a shop in Knightsbridge. We can discuss the pay. It is mainly clothing alterations. The owner is flexible he needs someone 1-2 days a week.

Seamstress to come to my home and sew up a small tear in my mattress

£80

South Kensington, Greater London, SW7

4th Nov 2023

Hi! I am needing a seamstress to come to my home and hopefully sew up a very small rip in my mattress before it gets bigger. Is this something you would be able to do? Thank you so much! - Due date: Before Friday, 10 November 2023

Machine sewing labels onto garments

£40

South Kensington, Greater London, SW7

10th Nov 2022

I have 20 labels and garments which need labels machine stitched small in size. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 11 November 2022

Fix my sewing machine

£25

South Kensington, Greater London, SW7

11th Sep 2022

My Singer sewing machine is not sewing properly after a needle snapped. Needle replaced but not working - Due date: Flexible

Clothes alterations

£30

Brompton, Greater London

24th Apr 2022

I need a jumpsuit taken in and shortened - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 28 April 2022

Seamstress

£30

Brompton, Greater London

4th Mar 2022

I need a seamstress to be available to do sameday alterations at a fitting for a jacket dress on March 9th - Due date: Needs to be done on Tuesday, 8th Mar 2022

Lila is amazing!

Alterations and make new simple dresses

£200

South Kensington, Greater London, SW7

4th Mar 2022

I have some dresses, old now, and I'd like to copy them - Due date: Flexible

SeamstreSs

£150

Knightsbridge, Greater London

15th Feb 2022

I’d like to copy two outfit (skirt and top) in another colour. - Due date: Flexible

Seamstress to cut and stitch dresses

£200

Knightsbridge, Greater London

19th Jan 2022

Looking for a seamstress who can cut and tailor womens dresses and shirts in London. Fabric and designs would be provided for. Must have experience using silk and wool - Due date: Before Saturday, 29th Jan 2022

Seamstress

£20

Sands End, Greater London, SW6

28th Sep 2021

Hi we are in need for a seamstress urgently. We are a new women’s fashion boutique opened up in Knightsbridge and need a seamstress for alterations, adjustment and many other roles. We are looking for someone to come out to our boutique and to do all the work on site for a couple of hours. We do have a lot of sewing equipments, including a brother machine. (We do not have an overlook machine as of yet). We will need someone on Tuesday 28th September at around 2pm for a couple of hours. Please let me know as soon as if this is good for you? Thank you Irfan

Seamstress Urgently

£15

Brompton, Greater London

9th Sep 2021

Help with adjustments for a couple dresses for a photoshoot with a famous magazine. The dresses are of a mixture south asian and slightly modern dresses. URGENTLY REQUIRED