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"Alli did a great job at hemming my jeans. Super fast turn around time too. "
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"Prompt service ! Hemmed both of my work pants and work dress and did a great job! Would recommend ++++"
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"Super happy with my dress alterations. Thank you Michelle! "
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"Lovely neat work. Thankyou very much. Dress also pressed nicely. "
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Clothing alterations. 5 pieces
$120
Amy was so helpful and and did an amazing job of my pants alterations. Will definitely be back. Thank you Amy!
Pants alteration
$95
Jess did a great job, and was super easy to deal with. Thank you so much! I highly recommend Jess.
Fix zips on 3 cushion covers
$100
Raji paid attention to details and she is a good communicator. I am very happy with the dresses ☺️
Thress dresses alteration needed
$5
Jenifer was fabulous, so fast and friendly, quality work
Shorten straps on linen top
$35
Robyn is such a joy, so warm and friendly, and did a great job hemming up my formal dress, lent me heels to try it on and was so helpful and knowledgeable in working out a good length for it. Robyn also took in another dress for me which looks great, and all of it was completed really quickly and with great communication. So happy to have found Robyn, she’ll definitely be my go to from now on, I’m already getting her to take in another dress!
Shorten full length dress
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"Silvana responded quickly to my task. Communicated very well and answered my questions with detail. Unfortunately, the j..."
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"Great communication and did a fantastic job hemming my curtain! Would see again for future jobs. "
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"Brilliant service - went above and beyond and great work! Thank you Amy."
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Jacket Alteration
$70
3 jackets altered. Quick turnaround and a good job.
Jacket alterations (3 jackets)
$100
Very good quality!
Jacket alterations
$100
Great to deal with and amazing job on the jacket
Jacket Alteration
$70
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$99
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Best rated trouser alteration services near me
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"Great person, good knowledge for my task, very responsive and serious regarding obligation. Highly recommend "
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"Amazing service. Laas offered to pick up as she was driving past my house."
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Great work completed quickly!
I need trouser alterations
$60
Work excellent and very professional. Also assisted with pick up and delivery. No problem referring. Good people to deal with. Peter.
Trouser alterations
$60
Really nice to deal with. Very pleasant and helpful. Did my tasks straight away. Awesome job done
Trouser alterations
$30
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"Lovely neat work. Thankyou very much. Dress also pressed nicely. "
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"Sylvia was fantastic. Thanks so much Sylvia"
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"Lovely lady! Met her in the morning to measure up sizes in my campervan, bounced some ideas of her and then later that d..."
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Elena was great - I can highly recommend her. I had an urgent clothing alteration needed same day for a funeral and Elena assured me she could do it and we agreed price. Quality work with rapid turnaround.
Let out waste & hems down on sons school trousers3
$60
Very quick and great service 😊
I need school uniform alterations
$15
Laas was amazing!! So fast and so skilled. Will definitely use her again.
School skirts hemmed
$70
Fabulous job!! Will def use again. Thank you 😊
Dressmaker - Take up school skirt & track pants
$35
Fantastic work Second time I used Elena Very thorough and and expert
Seamstress for school pants
$50
Prompt communication Quick turnaround Great job Thanks Sue!
School pants alteration
$50
What's the average cost of a school uniform alteration service
$30 - $100
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Perhaps your clothing doesn’t quite fit right, or you need a few clothing repairs? Book alterations near you and get your favourite outfits ready to wear again, with the perfect fit. Your seamstress has the equipment and experience to work with your clothing and textiles so they can fit your exact measurements and body type. Or they can match up missing buttons, repair broken zips, and even patch small holes. Your clothes will be ready to go in no time.
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Clothing alterations usually cost between $40-$140 on Airtasker. The cost of your clothing alteration service will depend on the type of garment, whether you need a repair or full custom dressmaking, the level of complexity involved, and how long it’s likely to take. Learn more about how much alterations cost to set the right budget before posting a task.
It’s common to book alterations for formal wear and special events. But many people also get their corporate wear or school uniforms altered so they fit well and create a professional impression.
Shirt - You can pay attention to where your shoulder ends and where your arm begins. The shirt shoulder seams should sit on top of those spots. For tees, sleeves should end right in the middle of your armpit and elbow. They should not be tenting away nor too restrictive. You can also try pinching the fabric on either side of your torso and see if you're able to hold at least 2-3 inches of it.
Trousers - There are many things to consider. For starters, your waistband should sit at or below your navel. Your trouser's rise should also be long enough to place of the band properly. The hems can touch the shoe, but they shouldn't be puddling to avoid looking sloppy. Lastly, you shouldn't have the urge to pull the crotch or rear area from time to time. Other than these, your trousers are either too tight or too loose.
The best way to know if you’ve found the right clothing alteration service around you is to check the reviews. Airtasker makes this so easy with a transparent reviews and ratings system so you know you’re only hiring the best Taskers when looking for clothing alteration services around you.
Come to your clothing alterations appointment prepared with your garment(s) and notes on any changes you want. If you’re having a fitting, bring or wear the shoes and undergarments you plan to wear with the outfit.
Yes! It's ideal for you to wash any piece of clothing, especially newly-bought ones. Have your jackets and trousers laundered and dry-cleaned before sending them to your alteration specialist. Since most of them shrink when washed or cleaned, you can avoid unpleasant surprises when altering them, like coming up way too short than needed. It'll also be easier for your tailor to get more precise measurements. .
As for your laundry needs, you can also get someone to send your garments to the nearest laundry shop and have them delivered back to you within the day.
Minor clothing alterations and repairs can take as little as an hour or two, but full dressmaking services for a detailed garment like a wedding dress may take up to 6 months.
Jackets - It depends on the complexity of the jacket alteration needed. Trimming the sleeves and hems can be completed in just a few hours, usually within the day. But if it requires your Tasker to take in or let out seams, narrow the armholes, or any similar alterations, then the service might take longer. For a more accurate estimation, feel free to ask your Tasker directly.
Shirts - It depends on how extensive your shirt alteration requirements are. Standard t-shirt alterations like adjusting the sides, adding darts, and shortening the sleeves can only take 30 minutes to an hour. However, complex procedures like replacing collars or cuffs and lengthening the sleeves or hem can take a few days or a week. For urgent alterations, feel free to coordinate a schedule with your Tasker.
Trousers - Standard trouser alterations, which usually involve the inseam, waist, seat, crotch, and leg width, are mostly doable within the day. Complex ones, like adding new belt loops, swing creases, removing pleats, and recutting can take 3-5 days to weeks. You can talk to your Tasker about your desired timeline and have it arranged accordingly.
Clothing alterations can help transform an average garment into your most flattering piece when it’s properly tailored to your body shape. And clothing repairs can help extend the life of your favourite clothing, saving you time and money you’d otherwise spend shopping for new items - plus, it’s better for the environment.
Tailoring involves creating bespoke pieces of clothing that are custom-fitted according to your exact size and measurements. Alterations, on the other hand, are done to existing clothing items that need length adjustments or necessary clothing repairs. The process usually focuses on specific areas, like hems, sleeves, and buttons.
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What does a clothing alteration include?
Your seamstress or tailor is skilled in working with textiles, but especially clothing, to create, repair, and alter clothes. Here are some of the most popular alteration services and what you can expect when you book them:
Sewing
Need some custom sewing work to create a design from scratch or custom-fit to your size? Hire a seamstress or dressmaker to create or customise your dress or garment with great attention to detail. They’ll start by measuring your shape and size with a soft tape measure to ensure the perfect fit. They’ll consult with you on designs and fabrics, before choosing or customising a pattern and cutting out the pieces. They’ll sew your garment or dress, taking care to finish off any edges with an overlocking stitch. Most dressmakers will request you to come in for a final fitting where you can try on the (mostly finished) garment and they can make final adjustments.
Formal wear alterations
When you want to look your best, it’s so important that your clothing is tailored to perfectly fit. Whether you need bridal alterations, school graduation alterations, wedding dress alterations, corporate wear alterations, or suit alterations nearby your location, a professional seamstress can help. They’ll take your exact measurements and then ask you to try on the outfit or dress, ideally with the shoes you plan to wear. Then they’ll note or mark up any parts that need taking in or loosening, and where the hem needs to sit based on your shoe height. They’ll use a mixture of machine and hand-sewing techniques to alter your clothing and finalise everything with a final fitting before your event.
Clothing adjustments
Most clothes you buy off the rack won’t fit perfectly, or you might need your favourite clothes adjusted for your body shape over time. Book clothing alterations around your area to help with dress shortening, garment shortening, and even school uniform alterations for those kids who won’t stop growing. Clothing adjustments usually involve taking seams in or out and adjusting the hem. Most hems have a few centimetres of extra fabric, so you can add extra length, or take it up for the perfect fit.
Clothing repairs
When your favourite dress or pants break, you don’t have to throw them away. Get professional tailors or seamstresses to take a look and see if they can save your clothes with techniques like zipper repair, seam repair, new lining, hole patching, button sewing, and more. Extend the life of your clothes - it’s better for the environment and much more budget-friendly, too.
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Suit Pants alteration 40 to 36
$100
Carrara QLD, Australia
22nd Apr 2024
Looking to get brand new (but discontinued) pants taken down from a size 40 to 36.
Zip replacement
$40
Ormeau QLD, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Zip replacement for 3 jackets please
Hem / shorten pants
$20
Birkdale QLD, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Hem a pair of wide leg pants (pictured)
Need someone who knows how to do clothes alterations
$5
Penrith NSW 2750, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Hi Everyone, I need someone who knows how to do clothes alterations on one woman's blazer/jacket, needing the arms shortened and need the arms taken in a little bit to fit around my arms better. Would love it if I could drop off and pick up (no time strain), but happy to work something out. Happy to do the fitting at my home or yours. Send me an offer!
Pants alterations and repair
$120
Coorparoo QLD, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Hi everyone, would like to get a quote on pants alterations and repair: Since the original task, I added 2 more pairs of pants to them, feel free to offer a different quote to account for 2 additional pairs. 4 x pairs of pants need to cut the length of them 1x pair of pants i need stitching done at the bottom where it came off. 1x pair of pants i need stitching done at the crotch area. - Due date: Flexible
Shorten hem on pants
$20
Rostrevor SA, Australia
21st Apr 2024
1 pair of black dress pants needing to be shortened by a few cm.
I have 5pairs of trousers needing legs shortened a bit.
$50
Forestdale QLD, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Trousers a bit too long, I would need them shortened a bit. Forestdale, Coopers Plains or somewhere around these suburbs.
Zipper on bag repaired
$50
Zetland NSW, Australia
21st Apr 2024
Zip on bag is broken. Looking to have it repired asap
Dress alteration
$60
James Street QLD, Australia
14th Apr 2024
My bridesmaid dress needs a hem by about 3 inches, and some material taken in at the lower back
Super happy with my dress alterations. Thank you Michelle!
Shorten track pants
$15
Moorabbin VIC, Australia
9th Apr 2024
Just shortening track pants.
Thank you very much May.
Replace zipper in (fabric) mens Motorcycle Jacket - price inc. zip
$100
Virginia QLD, Australia
3rd Apr 2024
Standard blue mens Motorcycle jacket front zipper (chunky teeth) does not work. I need the zipper replaced and with fine too zip as they are stronger. Zipper colour flexible prefer dark colour eg. black. standard small tooth open ended zipper - my experience and research shows chunky ones are not as strong as small tooth ones. Zipper is about 55cm long. The zipper must be able to come apart so the jacket can be taken on and off. standard jacket zipper style. please note medium to heavy duty - not light duty zip. thanks ciao paul ps i have tried getting different pullers from eBay none of them work pps price includes you supplying zipper. pppsss Brisbane Inner North 4014 - i will travel 2u
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Pants Alteration
$60
Tingalpa QLD, Australia
3rd Apr 2024
I have 2 chinos and 1 jeans to alter, take out hem. And possibly an additional suit pants where waist take out is needed. PS: looking for someone local
Noreen is really efficient and flexible - She did and excellent job with my alterations. Highly recommend her services!
Some clothes repaired, 2 zips, a few tears on hemline
$50
Trigg WA 6029, Australia
2nd Apr 2024
I need a zip replaced on a dress, another either repaired or replaced on a skirt and some stitching done on hemlines of a dress.
Very helpful, great communication, very happy with results
Wedding dress alteration within 3 weeks
$5
Monash ACT, Australia
27th Mar 2024
I have my wedding dress, which has just arrived, that needs some alterations. It is corset backed. Currently the corset needs to be taken in 1 inch on either side. So 2 inch total. One strap could also be shortened (I have scoliosis so my shoulders are wonky). My wedding is Saturday 13 April this year as we had to move the date up. So only 3 weeks to get this done. Im happy to pay a bit extra given its a rush job. Im based in Monash but am happy to drop the dress off anywhere in Canberra and collect when ready.
Faiqa was absolutely amazing to work with and the quality of her work is fantastic. Faiqa took on time sensitive alterations on a corset backed ball gown. I'm extremely pleased with the quality of alterations, her communication throughout the process, pricing, and shes just lovely. 10/10!
Shorten two pairs of curtains
$50
Paddington QLD, Australia
21st Mar 2024
Have two pairs of IKEA curtains that need taking up 200mm Would need to pick up and drop off in Paddington Ideally need completing the same day
Noreen is absolutely wonderful. She altered my curtains within a matter of hours and they look fabulous! Would absolutely recommend!
Clothing Alteration
$100
Morningside QLD, Australia
20th Mar 2024
I have a pair of jeans i need hemmed as well as a bridesmaid dress that will also need hemming.
Sumra was great and very quick with my alteration for two items!
Need button holes sewn tightly on jumpsuit & one loop sewn on dress
$30
Nundah QLD, Australia
19th Mar 2024
I have a jumpsuit from Decjuba where the button holes have become loose and the buttons pop open. Could I please request someone sew them tighter for me? Further, I have a dress from Decjuba whereby the loop that holds a button at the nape of the neck has broken off on one side - just need that sewn back on too please.
Thank you Annette :)
Dress alteration
$100
Darlinghurst NSW, Australia
17th Mar 2024
I have a linen dress that needs to be taken in slightly at the waist and the straps to be adjusted slightly.
Maryam is incredible!
Clothing alterations
$80
St Kilda East VIC 3183, Australia
15th Mar 2024
Needs hems taken up of 4 pairs of pants and also need some white stitching on a pair of socks
Flexible and easy to work with.
Sewing and alterations on female clothing
$100
Seven Hills NSW, Australia
14th Mar 2024
I have a number of items that need some basic sewing work, as follows: - reattach a spagetti strap on one dress that broke - reattach the waste tie on a jumpsuit that broke - restitch the hem on a dress that came undone - restitch the seam on a blazer arm sleeve that came undone - stitch on clasps/buttons onto 3 dresses so they are less gaping at the cleavage All in all there are 7 pieces of clothing but all of the works are quite minor. There is no cutting of fabrics required, just stitching. Where there are items that I am asking for clasps to be added, I have purchased and will provide the clasps.
Amazing! Thank you so much Elena! Such a great job.