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Recent Seamstress reviews in Inner West Sydney

Very easy and a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommend! Thank you Lyndall :-)

Needing a seamstress to sew labels onto uniform for boarding school

$100

Jessica was exceptionally professional. She made recommendations and went above and beyond to deliver quality craftsmanship. I would highly recommend Jessica and will myself be a returning customer.

Dinette and mattress covers - sewing

$300

Lyndall was really awesome, super flexibel, lovely and did an immaculate job :)

Sew curtains for van (material supplied)

$80

Extremely happy with service. Thank you

Sew me oversized dress from my fabric

$150

Great to deal with, and very fast service . Will use again for sure

Sew tag onto 170 tshirts

$250

Elena was very prompt with her service and high quality sewing. Completed task within 1 week and communication has been excellent. Very happy with her workmanship and recommend her service. thank you

SEWING OF 3 CANE LOUNGE SEAT CUSHIONS

$650

What's the average cost of a seamstress in Inner West Sydney

$75 - $151

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$75

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$110

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$151

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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.  

Pattern cutting 

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. 

Dressmaking 

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.

Clothing repair 

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. 

Clothing alteration 

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! 

Prom dressmaking 

Prom is an exciting time in a teenagers’ life. Most pretty dresses, though, can leave a big dent in your wallet. With Airtasker, you can look like the belle of the ball at prom with a dress that was made just for you. Please tell us how we can help you achieve your dream dress. Then, wait for offers from experienced sewists who can work with your design, budget, and schedule. Afterwards, find affordable yet professional hair stylists and makeup artists to do your hair and help you achieve the perfect evening look on prom night. 

Recent Seamstress tasks in Inner West Sydney

Embroidery for 10xdressing gowns

$50

Sydney NSW 2041, Australia

5th Sep 2026

I have ten dressing gowns that I would like to have names embroided on in white.

Gathering and sewing hair bonnets

$70

Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

I have cut satin fabric to size to make 4 or 5 hair bonnets and I would like them to be gathered and sewed. They have a different Colour fabric on inside and out, and an elastic headband

Cut a hole in a banner. Sew bias binding around the edge

$100

Concord NSW 2137, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Cut a small circle (size of a football) out of a banner. Sew bias binding with a sewing machine around the inner edge of the circle. Then sew bias binding around the circular piece which was cut out. Stitch the top of circlular piece onto the back of the banner so it acts as a flap for the ball to go through.

Jade is amazing!!! A very good communicator and does amazing work. If I could rate more stars I would.

Sewing dog bandannas

$50

Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

20th Aug 2026

I'm looking for someone with sewing experience to make dog bandannas from cotton spandex fabric. Paying $50 per hour for the work. Fabric, a basic pattern and the measurements will be provided. Looking to get a total of 3 XL bandannas and 9 smaller ones.

Set up a Singer sewing machine (Singer Start)

$40

Croydon Park NSW 2133, Australia

19th Aug 2026

I need someone to set up and show us how to use a Singer Start 1306 sewing machine

Very creative and accomodating

Dressmaking/ sewing help for 1 x unstructured robe style silk jacket.

$250

Haberfield NSW 2045, Australia

9th Aug 2026

I’m in need of help sewing a silk robe style jacket. I’ve cut out the pieces and have an easy/ facile pattern from Vogue patterns. I need help with a belt/ tie as well, which would be in the same material. I can drop the fabric and pattern off, or pick up from Haberfield. Same with collection once it’s done. I’m not a confident seamstress, so would love some assistance. It’s mainly sleeves, a left and right front section, a back piece and then a border collar similar to a dressing gown Fabric is 100% silk

Sewing Bandannas

$50

Leichhardt NSW 2040, Australia

6th Aug 2026

I'm looking for someone with sewing experience to make dog bandannas from cotton spandex fabric. Paying $50 per hour for the work. Fabric and the measurements will be provided. The bandannas are very simple to make: cut out square pieces of fabric and fold into triangles and sew together with neat, durable stitching.

Zipper repar for bag

$28

Strathfield South NSW 2136, Australia

31st Jul 2026

Bag zipper separated and need ms to be repaired

Sewing lesson

$100

Annandale NSW 2038, Australia

3rd Jul 2026

I want to learn how to sew, specifically reupholster and I would like to do some one on one lessons

Dressmaking for Crossdresser mtf

$200

Canterbury NSW 2193, Australia

1st Jul 2026

72 year old male experienced crossdresser requiring dresses and other fashion items designed and made. my body shape has changed in later life and finding harder to get off the rack items that are sophisticated, fashionable and flattering. available daytime's only

Sewing machine service / minor repairs

$50

Dulwich Hill NSW 2203, Australia

24th Jun 2026

We are a disability service running a remake program in need of minor repairs and service of our 3 sewing machines. Looking for someone who can help us within budget

Embroidery on puffer vest

$80

Balmain NSW 2041, Australia

22nd May 2026

Hi! I need a puffer vest embroidered with a logo. Can drop off, I have the design complete

Looking for seamstress to shorten dress

$30

Five Dock NSW 2046, Australia

4th May 2026

Alter dress by removing length - roughly 2inch

Dress maker

$40

Haberfield NSW, Australia

17th Apr 2026

I have some materials I would like you to make drawstring pants

Thank you Clare for your conscientious caring dress making work.

Dress making

$50

Ashfield NSW, Australia

13th Apr 2026

need a dress sewn up, will provide style and fabric

Sewing a dress

$30

Chiswick NSW, Australia

7th Mar 2026

I need this sewn back together with elastic(don’t have) so that I can wear

Sew a tunic

$40

Lilyfield NSW 2040, Australia

2nd Mar 2026

Make me a simple long tunic with fringing, press studs at shoulders, and a decorative border. Example supplied for sizing. I can supply fringing and brocade. Fabric is dark red cotton lawn from Spotlight. I can supply if needed. Questions welcome.

Fix sew machine

$100

Homebush NSW 2140, Australia

28th Feb 2026

Need to fix sewing machine

Sewing machine tech

$150

Croydon Park NSW 2133, Australia

27th Feb 2026

I need a sewing machine tech to program my sewing machine servo it’s an industrial Macee, and would like my machine to go a little slower, I’m new to this and need a little help please.

Sew a copy of my favourite dress

$150

Russell Lea NSW 2046, Australia

14th Feb 2026

I’d like to have my favourite vintage dress re-made. It’s from the 1970s in a knit stretch fabric. I love the style/sizing, I would need some guidance on fabric choice. I’m looking for someone reasonably close to inner west Sydney, I’m happy to bring the dress to you