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Recent Alterations reviews in East Sydney

She is amazing, definitely recommend her . Very skillful and accurate. Thanks Laila

Dress alterations

$100

Silvana has been incredible to work with. Her confidence gave ME confidence for what would have been a tricky alteration with an asymmetric dress. She’s such a warm and friendly person and I definitely recommend her for your alteration needs. She was also able to complete it within a week! My dress now fits better than perfect, honestly the best fitting dress I’ve ever worn. Thank you so much Silvana, I’m so so grateful!

Dress alteration

$100

Elena was so friendly and professional I’m so happy about her communication and time commitment

Alteration of window valances

$250

She did a very good job, so quick. She dropped it off with our extra money. Thanks!!

Zip replacement

$150

The best to work with EVER

Clothing alterations

$50

Silvana was absolutely phenomenal! It’s not a job done until it’s perfect for both of us. Thank you so much Silvana!

Bridal Dress Alterations

$150

What's the average cost of an alteration tailor in East Sydney

$42 - $162

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$42

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$100

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$162

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Average reviews for Alterations Services in East Sydney

based on 7 reviews

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Recent Dress Alterations reviews in East Sydney

Silvana has been incredible to work with. Her confidence gave ME confidence for what would have been a tricky alteration with an asymmetric dress. She’s such a warm and friendly person and I definitely recommend her for your alteration needs. She was also able to complete it within a week! My dress now fits better than perfect, honestly the best fitting dress I’ve ever worn. Thank you so much Silvana, I’m so so grateful!

Dress alteration

$100

She is amazing, definitely recommend her . Very skillful and accurate. Thanks Laila

Dress alterations

$100

Silvana was absolutely phenomenal! It’s not a job done until it’s perfect for both of us. Thank you so much Silvana!

Bridal Dress Alterations

$150

What's the average cost of a dress alteration expert in East Sydney

$133 - $173

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$133

median

$167

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$173

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Average reviews for Dress Alterations Services in East Sydney

based on 3 reviews

5

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Airtasker has over 6 alteration tailors in East Sydney, with an average rating of 5.0 stars from 7 reviews. Get in touch with alteration tailors such as Zunnaira A, Maryam F, and Elena G today to get a wide variety of Alterations jobs done.
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Recent Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Shorten blazer sleeve by 2 inches

$35

Sydney NSW, Australia

15th May 2025

I have a linen blazer that is ~2 inches too long for my arms. I would like it shortened. I can drop off and pickup the jacket from <20 km of Burwood.

Custom Oversized Accessories for Wedding Outfits

$400

Sydney, New South Wales

26th Dec 2024

We’re looking for a skilled seamstress or designer to create four unique oversized accessories for a wedding. Wedding is on Jan 17th. Each accessory will complement an all-white outfit and should be dramatic yet stylish, suitable for summer weather. Accessories Needed 1. Oversized Fabric Flower: • Material: Lightweight satin or organza (white). • Size: Approx. 15-20cm in diameter. • Attachment: Pin or clip for lapel use. 2. Large Satin Bow: • Material: Soft satin (white). • Size: 30cm wide, long tails (adjustable). • Attachment: Neckband or tied 3. Statement Brooch: • Design: Floral or abstract motif. • Material: Satin, organza, or sturdy fabric with embellishments (pearls or subtle sparkle). • Size: 12-15cm wide. • Attachment: Pin backing. 4. Flowing Sash Bow: • Material: Silk or chiffon (white). • Length: Approx. 1.5m to allow for a tied bow with cascading tails. • Usage: Waist or shoulder styling. General Requirements • Materials should be breathable and lightweight for comfort in warm weather. • Accessories must be durable and securely fastened. • All pieces should have a polished, high-quality finish. If you’re interested, please share examples of previous work or experience with similar projects. Let us know your estimated cost and timeline! We’re happy to provide further details or sketches if needed. Thank you!

Alteration

$30

Sydney, New South Wales

8th Dec 2024

Maxi dress with lining. Need to shorten the length

She was super fast and gave an amazing service. The work done by her was perfect. I got my dress length altered from her and it turned out to be just amazing.

I need a dress for my sons wedding to be made

$800

Sydney NSW, Australia

12th Nov 2024

I need a dress to be made for my sons wedding

Suit jacket alteration

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

4th Nov 2024

Suit jacket alteration to make it tailored to my body

Hemming of two pairs of jeans

$15

Sydney NSW, Australia

8th Sep 2024

Hem two pairs of jeans they need to be shortened

Alterations

$70

Sydney NSW, Australia

29th Jun 2024

Shorten dress from the lining on the hip and the bottom of the dress.

Wedding dress alterations

$300

Sydney NSW, Australia

18th Jun 2024

I need my wedding dress taken up and taken in.

Alterations/seamstress: Hem my wedding dress

$200

Sydney NSW, Australia

16th Jun 2024

I need help hemming the bottom of my wedding skirt. It is multiple layers of tulle and has a horse hair band in one of the layers. I just need it taken up in the front as I want to keep the train as is. Details of the skirt are here: https://kyhastudios.com/au/products/millie-skirt?variant=40194311815304

Alterations On Suit

$1,000

Sydney NSW, Australia

10th Apr 2024

Need a tailor to work on a few suits of mine to make changes

Alterations to competition leotards

$120

Sydney NSW, Australia

3rd Mar 2024

Looking for an experienced swimwear or leotard maker to alter 6 competitive leotards after alterations place made a mess of it. It includes resewing the leg openings, and taking in at the side seams. Also overlocking around the midsection. The last place recut and stitched where it was to be taken in but used a straight stitch. 😢 Any questions please ask

Shortening of winter coat jacket and sleeves

$65

Marrickville NSW, Australia

12th Feb 2024

I need quotes. I have an oxford mens overcoat. I need the sleeves and length shortened. No buttons on the sleeves. There is a split at the back. Looking for the best price possible. - Due date: Before Sunday, 10 March 2024

Alterations to a top

$20

Sydney NSW, Australia

5th Feb 2024

The sleeves keep falling off my shoulder - Due date: Before Saturday, 17 February 2024

Alterations - Repair clothing

$20

Sydney NSW, Australia

18th Jan 2024

Light grey Evie pant from SportsCraft, small tear in left knee needs repair. - Due date: Before Sunday, 21 January 2024

Four curtains shortened

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

1st Nov 2023

Hi I have 4 curtains that I need shortened , just ikea curtains . 2 sheer and 2 block out - 250cm each. Can drop off - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, November 2, 2023

Shortening pants

$50

Sydney NSW, Australia

27th Sep 2023

Need 3 pants to be shortened. 1 is a pair of jeans, 1 are sweatpants, 1 is a thin material. All are wide leg, need shortening by 5cm. - Due date: Flexible

Suit sleeve shorten

$20

Sydney NSW, Australia

17th Sep 2023

I would like my suit jacket sleeve to be shorten. Can you please provide a quote? - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 22 September 2023

Alteration of blouse and dress

$30

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

14th Sep 2023

Need to alter dress and blouse.May i know the location please

Shorts alterations

$200

Sydney NSW, Australia

13th Sep 2023

I have a pink pair of white fox gym shorts that I would like altered to look like the blue shorts that I’ve uploaded. I’ve found it really hard to find someone who is up to the challenge! so I need a someone confident with this task. - Due date: Before Saturday, 30 September 2023

Mens suit and trousers shorten

$80

Sydney NSW, Australia

14th Aug 2023

Hi, I have 4 pairs of trousers that need to be shortened and 1 men's blazer sleeve to needs to be shortened. - Due date: Flexible

Recent Jacket Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Suit jacket alteration

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

4th Nov 2024

Suit jacket alteration to make it tailored to my body

Recent Dress Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Wedding dress alterations

$300

Sydney NSW, Australia

18th Jun 2024

I need my wedding dress taken up and taken in.

Bridal Dress Alterations

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

5th Jan 2023

I need someone to alter my wedding dress, at the moment I just need the bodice area taken in as the breast area is too big. - Due date: Before Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Silvana was absolutely phenomenal! It’s not a job done until it’s perfect for both of us. Thank you so much Silvana!

Dress alteration

$100

Petersham NSW 2049, Australia

11th Aug 2022

I have a dress from Christopher Esber that's too big - it's a ribbed stretch-jersey black dress with asymmetric cutouts. Would like to have it taken in and shortened to midi length. Ideally before 20 August.

Silvana has been incredible to work with. Her confidence gave ME confidence for what would have been a tricky alteration with an asymmetric dress. She’s such a warm and friendly person and I definitely recommend her for your alteration needs. She was also able to complete it within a week! My dress now fits better than perfect, honestly the best fitting dress I’ve ever worn. Thank you so much Silvana, I’m so so grateful!

Dress alterations

$100

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

9th May 2022

I have a dress that I want to change it’s lining , have attached a pictures , I appreciate if you could give me a quote

She is amazing, definitely recommend her . Very skillful and accurate. Thanks Laila

Recent Garment Shortening tasks in East Sydney

Shorten blazer sleeve by 2 inches

$35

Sydney NSW, Australia

15th May 2025

I have a linen blazer that is ~2 inches too long for my arms. I would like it shortened. I can drop off and pickup the jacket from <20 km of Burwood.

Shortening of winter coat jacket and sleeves

$65

Marrickville NSW, Australia

12th Feb 2024

I need quotes. I have an oxford mens overcoat. I need the sleeves and length shortened. No buttons on the sleeves. There is a split at the back. Looking for the best price possible. - Due date: Before Sunday, 10 March 2024

Four curtains shortened

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

1st Nov 2023

Hi I have 4 curtains that I need shortened , just ikea curtains . 2 sheer and 2 block out - 250cm each. Can drop off - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, November 2, 2023

Shortening pants

$50

Sydney NSW, Australia

27th Sep 2023

Need 3 pants to be shortened. 1 is a pair of jeans, 1 are sweatpants, 1 is a thin material. All are wide leg, need shortening by 5cm. - Due date: Flexible

Suit sleeve shorten

$20

Sydney NSW, Australia

17th Sep 2023

I would like my suit jacket sleeve to be shorten. Can you please provide a quote? - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 22 September 2023

Mens suit and trousers shorten

$80

Sydney NSW, Australia

14th Aug 2023

Hi, I have 4 pairs of trousers that need to be shortened and 1 men's blazer sleeve to needs to be shortened. - Due date: Flexible

Shorten my suit and pants

$150

Sydney NSW, Australia

7th May 2022

Shorten the sleeves of the blazer and the pants - Due date: Before Thursday, 12 May 2022

Shorten t shirt and sleeves

$60

Sydney NSW, Australia

14th Feb 2022

Shorten 5 tshirts and sleeves by one inch - Due date: Flexible

Shorten a dress

$10

Sydney NSW, Australia

15th Dec 2021

Hi I need to get a dress shorten. Thank you Mike

Shorten lining of dresses

$600

Sydney NSW, Australia

14th Dec 2021

Hi I need to shorten lining of around 300 pieces of dresses. The finished length of lining will be 10 cm shorter than main dress. There will be certain length need to cut off the lining hem first then use twin needles stitching to finish. It’s $2 each dress and $600 in total for this task. Please free free to let me know if you have any questions. Please be professional sewer to accept this task. Professional sewing machine is also needed. Thank you Mike

Recent Shirt Alterations tasks in East Sydney

Pants and button up shirt alterations

$60

Sydney NSW, Australia

12th Mar 2023

I need to have my pants shortened and tightened for the legs. Also, I have a shirt with long sleeves which need to be tightened