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"She did a good job. She paid attention to all details. Moreover, she is punctual and reliable "
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"Monique was outstanding, she’s wonderful and wrapping up a whole lot of Christmas presents for me, she’s very organised ..."
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"Efficient, fashion-smart and quick!!!"
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"In life things need to be easy This was soooooo easy Love Carolinas work and now she gets ongoing business for makin..."
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"Shubha was collaborative and transparent to ensure the project was completed to meet our expectations. Thanks Shubha :) "
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Recent Seamstress reviews in Inner South Melbourne
Shubha helped me out at the very latest minute and did a beautiful job. She was polite and very accommodating. Can highly recommend.
Need a seamstress urgently
$35
Dee is nice person, happy to discuss with her!
Sewing needed
$5
Modestly efficient. Did a fantastic job. Very neat and practical.
Measure,quote and sew a tarpaulin for outdoor swing roof only
$100
Thank you!
Sewing a Top
$50
Excellent quality work with quick turnaround. Highly recommend!
Pants hem sewn
$30
Shubha is a really nice person and does quality work. Highly recommended :)
Sew custom evening wear
$200
What's the average cost of a seamstress in Inner South Melbourne
$60 - $175
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$60
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$100
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$175
Average reviews for Seamstress Services in Inner South Melbourne
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4.94
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What do seamstresses include?
Ready-to-wear clothes don’t always cut it. You may need a dress for a special occasion or an alteration to achieve a perfectly fitting suit. Or perhaps you simply need to repair a broken zip or mend a beloved garment. Whatever type of sewing you need, our platform connects you with nearby sewists who can do the task. Here’s a list of sewing services you can get done on Airtasker. Â
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Pattern cutting is translating your design onto paper or digital form. The pattern serves as a template for creating wearable clothes. Achieve a bespoke dress that fits you perfectly, or create unique garments for your clothing business. Our platform helps you find local sewists with pattern cutting skills. Once your collection is ready, hire a model to pose in your clothes while a photographer takes amazing product photos for your website.Â
DressmakingÂ
You may find clothes you like, but the fit or size just doesn’t work for your body type. Or perhaps you have a dress in mind to wear to an event, but you can’t find it at shops near you. With the help of a dressmaker, you can still get the dress of your dreams. You can have a variety of clothes made, from midi dresses, ball gowns, to business suits.
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We all have our go-to outfits, and it can be heartbreaking to find a tear or a hole in an irreplaceable piece of clothing. Maybe you bought that shirt abroad, had it custom-made, or splurged on that one expensive dress or jacket. No need to say goodbye to your beloved garment just yet! Instead, find a seamstress or seamster who can fix up your clothes, so they look as good as new. Taskers may even offer to dry-clean your dresses after the repair.Â
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Some clothes may fit well, except for an awkwardly loose part around the shoulders. Or pants could have a flattering fit but are far too long for your height. With clothing alteration, you no longer have to settle for ill-fitting clothes. A nearby local seamstress can alter your clothes to create custom-fit garments, whether it’s a new suit that needs to be tailored or hand-me-downs that need to be shortened. After your alteration, have a Tasker iron your suit, and you’re good to go for your business event!Â
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Recent Seamstress tasks in Inner South Melbourne
Sewing teacher needed for beginner
$80
Elsternwick VIC, Australia
9th Apr 2026
I am looking for a patient and skilled sewing person for my 10-year-old daughter. She is a massive fan of fashion and has always dreamed of turning her ideas into wearable art! She has her own sewing machine, and the goal is to help her master the basics so she can eventually design, create, and fix her own clothes independently. She is a very fast learner, a great listener, and highly motivated, so she will be a fantastic student for the right person. Details: Frequency: 1 to 2 hours per week. Schedule: Flexible on the days, but sessions must be outside of school hours (afternoons or weekends). Requirements: Must have an ABN for payment purposes. If you are passionate about sewing and enjoy teaching young creatives, you might be the right fit :)
Sewing machine repair
$80
Brighton East VIC, Australia
8th Apr 2026
Need help fixing my daughter’s sewing machine and ideally providing a sewing machine service. The bobbin winder won’t spin anymore
Clothing repair
$50
Ormond VIC, Australia
2nd Apr 2026
I need my t shirt repaired. The backing material has come off. I have been told it cannot be sowed back on but i doubt that
Dressmaking
$300
Glen Iris VIC, Australia
26th Mar 2026
Hi, I am hoping to have a long winter cloak sewn, I can (potentially) provide a pattern but am also open to discussing a design also. Many thanks Warm regards Vicki
Sew in zips
$280
Highett VIC, Australia
23rd Mar 2026
I am looking for someone to be able to resew zips in to the couch cushions all 4 cushions. , will need you to supply zips which obviously I will pay for.
Seamstress
$10
Bentleigh East VIC, Australia
22nd Mar 2026
I have a large piece of fabric and need it cut into specific sizes and finished as tablecloths — just simple cutting and basic hemming around the edges. around 15 tablecloths 3x5 meters I would need this done by Thursday, March 26. Please give me a quote
Dressmaker
$80
Cheltenham VIC, Australia
10th Mar 2026
Have a top that is too big and needs taken in
Portable sewing
$150
Caulfield South, Victoria
3rd Feb 2026
I have a home golf simulator and the screen is sagging. I need someone who has a handheld portable sewing machine that can stitch the screen in place. It will require climbing a ladder in some places.
Seamstress to make a 70's outfit
$200
Brighton VIC, Australia
29th Jan 2026
Hello I need to get a costume made for a fancy dress on Friday 6 Feb using this Cher image / outfit as inspiration. Looking for a seamstress who is prepared to take this on and turn it around in a week. Not looking for a super high end finish - just something that fits and sits well.
Monogram embroidery
$20
Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
6th Jan 2026
provide their own embroidery machine and ability to monogram
Clothing alterations/ sewing job
$150
Brighton VIC, Australia
30th Dec 2025
Hello :) I am looking for someone who can potentially help with some clothing alterations bits & pieces that I need doing. I have a few things that I am hoping to get sorted this week if possible, approx 5 or 6 items including examples such as pants to be taken up/ hemmed, a button to be sewn back on a cardigan. I am located in Brighton (Bayside, 3186), but I can drop off/ pick up locally or you can pick up from here, whatever suits best :) Thank you so much! Tess
Hem/ sew several pairs of trousers
$100
Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia
12th Dec 2025
Take up / hem and sew 5 pairs of work trousers, 2 casual trousers and 2 long skirts. Price negotiable.
Sewing Outdoor Sun/Chaise Lounge Covers
$10
Waterways VIC 3195, Australia
3rd Dec 2025
I’m looking for someone to sew/make three outdoor sun lounge/chaise lounge cushion covers. - Current covers are fraying and have zips. - I’d like to reuse the existing cushion inserts. You can either sew new covers over the top or replace them entirely — I’m flexible. - I will provide the fabric/materials. Please provide a quote for the job.
Re sew linen curtain hem - in house
$150
Beaumaris VIC, Australia
30th Nov 2025
The bottom hem of our linen curtain was stepped on and has come undone. We need someone who has experience with these materials to sew it back - it is approximately half of the curtain guessing around 2.5m when stretched out.
Sewing machine - initial lesson
$120
Caulfield East, Victoria
13th Nov 2025
Provide a 1.5 hour lesson on using a singer heavy duty sewing machine for a beginner. Just bought machine and need competent, patient person who has had experience sewing to teach teenager who is about to study fashion. Machine brand new
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Wedding Dress Seamstress
$100
Elsternwick VIC 3185, Australia
12th Nov 2025
My wedding is this Saturday and I’ve just tried on my dress - I’ve lost a little more weight since my last fitting and it’s not as tight as I thought around the waist as I want it to be. Hoping to have it taken in! There is a zipper at the back (no corset). I can drop it off and pick it up
Sew 3 inch hole in bean bag
$20
Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
12th Nov 2025
I have a large bean bag with a split that needs sewing together.
Dress maker
$200
Malvern VIC, Australia
3rd Nov 2025
Dress maker to make a copy of dress
Box cushions sewn
$180
Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia
26th Oct 2025
I need some box cushions covers sewn for 6 cushions for a bench seat I am making. I have already cut the cushions to size and have purchased the fabric and zippers. I just don’t have a sewing machine. Cushion dimensions are roughly: All are 100mm thick 121cm x 72cm 84cm x 72cm 156cm x 84cm 156 x 33cm 72 x 33cm 84 x 33cm
Amanda did an amazing job making my box cushions. She went above and beyond beyond and they fit perfectly and look fantastic. Highly recommend!
Sew cushion covers - fabric supplied
$60
Hampton VIC 3188, Australia
21st Oct 2025
Budget is ideally $30 per cushion. Hi there! 👋 I’m after someone who enjoys sewing and would like a small creative project — making two 40 x 60 cm cushion covers. I’ll supply all the fabric; just need your sewing skills and neat finishing! Simple design with zipper, Clean stitching and tidy seams please. I can drop the fabric off and collect when ready Great little side project if you love sewing or crafting Prefer someone around Bayside Melbourne (Hampton, Sandringham, Brighton) or near Springvale for convenience. Please let me know your experience and how long it might take.
She did a great job and very prompt work!



