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Recent Alterations reviews in Sydney Northern Beaches

Great work & service.

I need a zipper on a lounge cushion replaced

$150

Exceeded expectations, did miracles with my playsuit for a special birthday, much appreciated!

Alterations required : sequin playsuit

$100

Elena is a pleasure to deal with and her work is faultless!

12 curtains, each 140cm wide, shortened and hemmed up

$150

Leila was a pleasure to work with. Very talented seamstress!

Clothing alterations

$75

Elena was great and completed our task really well, and really quickly! She cut and hemmed curtains for us and did a brilliant job. Would highly recommend her! Thank you, Elena

Cutting and hemming curtains

$100

So lovely and did an amazing job altering my dress. Highly recommend!

Alter (shorten without hemming) infinity dress asap

$40

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

$47 - $165

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Recent Garment Shortening reviews in Sydney Northern Beaches

Elena is a pleasure to deal with and her work is faultless!

12 curtains, each 140cm wide, shortened and hemmed up

$150

Fast, super nice and easy to deal with. Excellent work!

I have 15 tshirts that need to be shortened in length

$80

So lovely and did an amazing job altering my dress. Highly recommend!

Alter (shorten without hemming) infinity dress asap

$40

Thank you very much for the curtains!

Need three curtain panels shortened and hemmed

$100

What's the average cost of a garment shortening expert in Sydney Northern Beaches

$45 - $100

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$80

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$100

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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:

Clothing alteration service - 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, like selecting between chinos or khakis, before choosing or customising a pattern and cutting out the pieces. 

Then, these clothes or dress alterations near you will 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.

Clothing alteration service - 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, bridal alterations, formal pants repair near you, corporate wear alterations, or suit alterations near you, a professional tailor 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 alteration service - 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 near you to help with dress shortening, garment shortening, and even school uniform alterations for those kids who won’t stop growing. 

Clothing adjustments and shirt alterations 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 alteration service - clothing repairs

When your favourite dress or your slim or skinny jeans break, you don’t have to throw them away. Get professional clothes repair services near you 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.

Recent Alterations tasks in Sydney Northern Beaches

Looking to have two pairs of trousers altered - shortening

$75

Newport, New South Wales

12th Dec 2025

just need to shorten two pairs of linen trousers

Curtain hemming and cushion cover made

$100

Seaforth NSW, Australia

9th Dec 2025

Hi I need: 1) Two sheer curtains hemmed (removing frayed ends) 2) Two black out curtains hemmed 3) one water proof cushion cover made

Business trouser shortening alteration

$60

Seaforth NSW, Australia

21st Oct 2025

Need a single pair of business trousers shortened by approximately 20cm. Trousers are made of polyester and have a standard hem (no cuffs). Standard hem finish is fine. Looking for professional tailoring to ensure proper length and a neat finish, suitable for office wear. Task needs to be completed within 1 day. I will drop off and pick up the trousers.

Sew table clothes, chair covers and other linens for wedding

$250

Brookvale NSW, Australia

19th Oct 2025

I need someone to sew: 8 - chair covers 8 - table cloths Possibly napkins and other linen for events. They really just need to be cut to size and overlocked.

I have 15 tshirts that need to be shortened in length

$80

Seaforth NSW, Australia

14th Oct 2025

I have 15 t shirts that need to be shortened in length. I can deliver to you. These a new work t shirts that I ordered with company prints and didn’t realise they would be so long.

Fast, super nice and easy to deal with. Excellent work!

Alteration / Sewing needed

$20

Frenchs Forest, New South Wales

11th Oct 2025

I have a top that half of the strap has snapped off the top, I just need the strap sewed back on, it’s very simple The strap is basically a string

Alterations

$40

Collaroy Plateau NSW, Australia

25th Sep 2025

Hello. I need a dress taken up by about 1.5-2 inches by Saturday morning. Thank you.

Bridesmaid dress alteration (shortening Hem and taking in top)

$125

Collaroy NSW 2097, Australia

21st Sep 2025

Alterations needed for satin bridesmaid dress. Includes shortening hem and taking in bodice (which has boning). Needs to be completed by 30/9.

Dressmaker to make School formal dress

$100

Freshwater NSW 2096, Australia

20th Sep 2025

Size 22 school formal dress to be made from scratch

Hemming curtains in bedrooms

$200

Balgowlah NSW, Australia

14th Sep 2025

Hemming curtains inside bedrooms using fabric tape

Thank you Faith for helping us in such a timely manner. Your workmanship is excellent.

Local Tailor / Clothing Alterations

$20

Warriewood NSW, Australia

29th Aug 2025

Looking for a reliable local tailor or someone skilled in clothing alterations to help me adjust some of my clothes so they fit properly. What’s needed: • Alterations to pant (waist, length, taper, etc.) • Adjusting shirts for better fit • Occasional advice on tailoring for body shape (simple fixes, not fashion design) • Ongoing help when I buy new clothes and need them adjusted Details: • Flexible on day/time • Start immediately • Budget depending on work • Prefer someone local I can go to regularly (or who can come to me if possible) Perfect for an experienced tailor, alterations specialist, or someone who just enjoys working with clothes and making sure they fit well.

Blind ham in my pants. Alterations

$15

Collaroy Plateau NSW 2099, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Hi, I'd like to know the best price for making a blind hem. If you're interested, I'll make several pairs of pants.

Alterations needed on 2 pairs of trousers

$100

Belrose NSW 2085, Australia

23rd Aug 2025

Looking for alterations on two pairs of tailored trousers. One pair to be taken in half a size at the waist and another pair to be shortened and hemmed. Ideally close to Belrose or Frenchs Forest. Thank you!

Replace zipper on Corduroy jeans

$40

Newport NSW 2106, Australia

6th Aug 2025

I need the zipper replaced in a pair of teal cords. Need the stitching to match and a nice finish

Elena was quick and did a great job!

Curtains Need Hemming

$80

Cromer NSW, Australia

4th Aug 2025

I have 4 curtain drops to be hemmed. I have already pinned and pressed them. All that is needed is the excess cut and stitched. I would do it but my machine isn’t working. Super easy for anyone that’s familiar with sewing.

Faith was brilliant. She did a great job hemming our curtains with a really quick turnaround. I will definitely be using her again with a top I want fixed.

Evening Dress hem alteration

$80

Narrabeen NSW, Australia

28th Jul 2025

I have a long gala dress that needs the hem taken up.

Pant hem alteration

$30

Queenscliff, New South Wales

24th Jul 2025

Hello I require the white fabric strip removing from these trousers (on one leg, it has already come undone), and then a short hem (no extra fabric) be sewn. Can collect, meet or Drop off locally in Manly or in CBD

Alteration

$50

Avalon Beach NSW, Australia

17th Jul 2025

Alternations of pants. Basic hemming only about 5pcs

Pants hemming

$50

Avalon Beach NSW, Australia

17th Jul 2025

Just making pants short like 5pcs

I need a new Zip slider to repair the zip of my cover tent

$20

Manly Vale NSW 2093, Australia

16th Jul 2025

I need to repair the zip of my cover tent

Recent Jacket Alterations tasks in Sydney Northern Beaches

Suit jacket alteration

$40

Manly NSW, Australia

11th Aug 2024

Take in linen suit; it’s a little bit too boxy and I would like the back taken in a bit for a more slim fit.

Recent Trouser Alterations tasks in Sydney Northern Beaches

Trouser alterations

$40

Manly NSW 2095, Australia

13th Jun 2025

I have two pairs of trousers I would like the leg length extended on if possible. They are Rodd and Gunn brushed cotton pants and will need about an inch extended if possible. I have included a photo of where they currently sit and where I’d like them to sit once adjusted/lengthened (just above the shoe). Thanks! Brandon

Very professional and amazing work. Highly recommend

Recent School Uniform Alterations tasks in Sydney Northern Beaches

Dressmaker to make School formal dress

$100

Freshwater NSW 2096, Australia

20th Sep 2025

Size 22 school formal dress to be made from scratch

School uniform alterations

$50

Cromer NSW, Australia

22nd Mar 2025

School shorts (formal style) need taking up.

Shorten school blazer sleeves

$30

Narraweena NSW, Australia

10th Jan 2024

Alter a second hand school blazer - Due date: Flexible

Need to have school pants altered

$30

Frenchs Forest NSW 2086, Australia

6th May 2023

Take up hem on school pants. Need prior to school start Mon at 8:00 - Due date: Before Monday, 8 May 2023

Recent Dress Alterations tasks in Sydney Northern Beaches

Bridesmaid dress alteration (shortening Hem and taking in top)

$125

Collaroy NSW 2097, Australia

21st Sep 2025

Alterations needed for satin bridesmaid dress. Includes shortening hem and taking in bodice (which has boning). Needs to be completed by 30/9.

Satin dress alteration by Saturday

$30

Manly NSW, Australia

12th May 2025

Satin halterneck dress too big bust area needs alteration

Wedding dress alterations

$250

Manly Vale NSW, Australia

10th Apr 2025

Purchased a beautiful wedding dress, needs to be fitted to my body. Lots of beads all over the dress as seen in photos. Looking for quotes, not an urgent job that needs to be done asap.

Dress alteration - chest

$30

Fairlight NSW, Australia

8th Apr 2025

I bought a wedding cocktail dress and I need a small alteration at the chest. The embedded breast shape doesn't fit well (with or without bras) and I can't return the dress. The colour is red terracotta.

Wedding dress alterations

$250

Brookvale NSW, Australia

23rd Jan 2025

Wedding Dress alterations - Need to attach sleeves and Modesty piece for back of wedding dress (Corset style)

Dress alteration

$30

Manly NSW, Australia

8th Mar 2024

I have a dress that is a little loose at the top and needs taking in. I have a wedding on Tuesday so would need it done soon! I’m not a seamstress but I don’t think it’ll be very difficult to do! :)

Faith has done a great job altering my dress. The task was not easy but she has done the best job!! Thank you x

Based in Manly, looking for wedding dress alteration

$200

Manly NSW, Australia

27th Jan 2024

Wedding is 2 weeks away and looking for a minor wedding dress alteration. Top part of dress could do with taking in a few cms, can send photos of the dress - Due date: Before Tuesday, 13 February 2024

Extremely helpful and knowledgeable for wedding dress alterations

Dress alterations

$200

Avalon Beach NSW, Australia

6th Jan 2024

2x spaghetti strap dresses altered at bust 1 skirt jumpsuit given a plear - Due date: Before Thursday, 11 January 2024

Bridal dress alterations

$150

Narraweena NSW, Australia

12th Apr 2023

Need to take my wedding dress up at the front - Due date: Before Friday, 21 April 2023

Dress alterations

$15

Freshwater NSW 2096, Australia

6th Dec 2022

Dress taken up and hemmed . - Due date: Flexible

Dress alteration of big size

$80

Dee Why NSW, Australia

30th Nov 2022

I needed one size small but ordered one size bigger need help inalteration to wear in a prty - Due date: Before Saturday, 3 December 2022

Dress alterations

$100

Freshwater NSW 2096, Australia

29th Oct 2022

Need a Rachel Gilbert Mich dress taken In for a wedding. I am looking for someone with dressmaking qualifications - Due date: Before Friday, 18 November 2022

Dress alterations

$50

Dee Why NSW 2099, Australia

28th Jul 2022

Cut thelength of the dress - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 29 July 2022

Wedding dress alterations

$123

Brookvale NSW, Australia

16th Jun 2022

Shortening of straps Hemming and shortening Possibly adding boning to stop fabric wrinkling Making veil fabric into veil - Due date: Flexible

Recent Garment Shortening tasks in Sydney Northern Beaches

Looking to have two pairs of trousers altered - shortening

$75

Newport, New South Wales

12th Dec 2025

just need to shorten two pairs of linen trousers

Business trouser shortening alteration

$60

Seaforth NSW, Australia

21st Oct 2025

Need a single pair of business trousers shortened by approximately 20cm. Trousers are made of polyester and have a standard hem (no cuffs). Standard hem finish is fine. Looking for professional tailoring to ensure proper length and a neat finish, suitable for office wear. Task needs to be completed within 1 day. I will drop off and pick up the trousers.

I have 15 tshirts that need to be shortened in length

$80

Seaforth NSW, Australia

14th Oct 2025

I have 15 t shirts that need to be shortened in length. I can deliver to you. These a new work t shirts that I ordered with company prints and didn’t realise they would be so long.

Fast, super nice and easy to deal with. Excellent work!

Bridesmaid dress alteration (shortening Hem and taking in top)

$125

Collaroy NSW 2097, Australia

21st Sep 2025

Alterations needed for satin bridesmaid dress. Includes shortening hem and taking in bodice (which has boning). Needs to be completed by 30/9.

Shorten a dress and add straps

$50

Balgowlah NSW, Australia

19th Mar 2025

I have a very long strapless dress (linen and lined) and I need to shorten it and add straps with the extra fabric

Shorten a dress hem

$30

Narrabeen NSW, Australia

5th Feb 2025

Shorten a dress hem I don’t have the time

Shorten a hem

$30

Narrabeen NSW, Australia

5th Feb 2025

Shorten dress, too long, I don’t have the time

To shorten the legs of the suit trousers

$35

Freshwater NSW 2096, Australia

24th Jan 2025

shortening the legs of my suit pants

Shorten Jeans

$50

Manly NSW, Australia

24th Jun 2024

I need 4 jeans and one pants to be taken up

10 x Curtains (5 sets) cut and shortened Sydney northern beaches

$200

Curl Curl NSW, Australia

3rd Jun 2024

10 IKEA curtains cut from 2500mm to 2280mm with small hem

Shorten and hem a pair of pants

$20

Queenscliff NSW, Australia

10th May 2024

Bringing the length of pants from ankle length to just above the knee. I’m located in Queenscliff, Sydney. Looking for someone local on the Northern Beaches.

Shorten pants

$15

Narrabeen NSW, Australia

10th Apr 2024

Shorten satin pants x1 pair.

Shorten school blazer sleeves

$30

Narraweena NSW, Australia

10th Jan 2024

Alter a second hand school blazer - Due date: Flexible

Shorten a dress

$30

Manly NSW, Australia

28th Nov 2023

I have a long dress that needs to be shortened and sew a belt with the resultant fabric - Due date: Flexible

Shorten sailing pants

$30

Newport NSW, Australia

6th Nov 2023

shorten sailing pants. Similar to ski pants. No zipper - Due date: Flexible

Pants shortened

$50

Brookvale NSW, Australia

30th Oct 2023

I need about 4 pairs of pants altered, shortened in length. - Due date: Before Saturday, 4 November 2023

2 x pairs of block out curtains shortened and re-hemmed

$150

Collaroy NSW, Australia

1st Feb 2023

2 x sets of block out Curtains are around 20 to 30mm too long. In a unit block top floor (3rd Floor). Any idea of pricing please? Many thanks - Due date: Before Saturday, 11 February 2023

Need three curtain panels shortened and hemmed

$100

Newport NSW, Australia

20th Jan 2023

Need three curtain panels- two sheer and one block out liner shortened and hemmed. - Due date: Before Sunday, February 5, 2023

Thank you very much for the curtains!

12 curtains, each 140cm wide, shortened and hemmed up

$150

Mona Vale NSW, Australia

16th Sep 2022

12 curtains, each 140cm wide, shortened and hemmed - Due date: Flexible

Elena is a pleasure to deal with and her work is faultless!

Alter (shorten without hemming) infinity dress asap

$40

Manly Vale NSW, Australia

27th Aug 2022

Hi, I need someone to shorten my infinity bridesmaid dress asap. It is a straight cut and does NOT require hemming. Please let me know if you can help! - Due date: Before Tuesday, 30 August 2022

So lovely and did an amazing job altering my dress. Highly recommend!

Recent Shirt Alterations tasks in Sydney Northern Beaches

Tee shirt alteration on the length . Taken 12 cm off & sew a hem

$20

Killarney Heights NSW 2087, Australia

14th Jun 2022

Need a tee shirt taken up. I need around 12cm taken off length & a hem sewn