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Recent Seamstress reviews in Sydney Eastern Suburbs

Paris has assisted with sewing tasks. She has an eye for detail and follows instructions well.

Need someone with sewing machine experience

$30

Lyndall was amazing! Super helpful and did the job quickly and I’m very happy with it!

I need a ribbon trim sewed onto a blanket

$100

The best - just say yes

Quite sewing job darling point

$10

Zyvette was amazing to work with. She made me a formal dress extremely quickly and the sizing was perfect. Highly recommend!

Dressmaker

$500

Laila was great, she taught me everything about my machine so that I’m ready to go, learnt so much in 90min, best thing I’ve done since I got the machine! Great communication. Highly recommended. Thanks Laila!

Sewing lesson

$50

Lovely and really helpful and considerate

Sewing- curtain heading attached and hemming

$150

What's the average cost of a seamstress in Sydney Eastern Suburbs

$60 - $213

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$60

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$100

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$213

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Average reviews for Seamstress Services in Sydney Eastern Suburbs

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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 Sydney Eastern Suburbs

Sewing - Fix boxing glove

$60

Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Boxing glove has a tear/split at the thumb area that needs to be repaired. Looking for someone experienced with heavy-duty stitching, leather/synthetic leather or sports equipment repairs who can sew it back together securely and neatly. I will drive to you to give you the glove.

Wedding dress maker

$1,900

Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Looking for an experienced dressmaker to create a wedding dress that blends a two designs. Style - A strapless fitted corset bodice with soft, asymmetric draping/ruching across the front - Button fastening - A corseted back with a row of covered buttons running from the top all the way down to the base of the train - A fit-and-flare/trumpet skirt with a sweeping train - A sheer chiffon cape or scarf that can be draped over both shoulders, or worn loosely like a scarf - Possibly small, removable sleeves for versatility between ceremony and reception - I'm imagining a silk or satin base for the main gown

Helping make some clothing (sewing, stitching, designing)

$100

Vaucluse, New South Wales

24th Aug 2026

I am needing someone with sewing and tailoring experience, who can make clothing with materials provided to my designs. Can make clothing pieces based on designs, custom pieces created.

Sewing - Fabric SAMPLE Overlocking

$140

Paddington NSW 2021, Australia

19th Aug 2026

SMALL FABRIC OVERLOCKING PROJECT – $140 FOR THE SET We’re a Sydney-based fabric and textile business and regularly require assistance with making fabric samples and cushion covers. For this small project, we require: 20 × Fabric Display Samples Size: 35 cm × 35 cm each Each sample to be neatly overlocked on all four sides Overlocking thread to closely match the base colour of each fabric Clean, professional finish required These samples are used as our fabric display “wings” for showroom and trade presentations. Total price for the complete job: $140 We’re ideally looking for someone experienced with an overlocker who works neatly and efficiently. There may also be regular ongoing work for the right person, including additional fabric samples and cushion covers. Local to the Eastern Suburbs and pick up preferred.

Amazing. Efficient. Great Quality. Many thanks!

Need someone skilled in sewing.

$50

Coogee NSW 2034, Australia

19th Aug 2026

I’m urgently looking for or someone skilled in sewing to help saw 4 panels to existing cotton bodice and add boning. No need for hemming at this stage. Just saw straight stitching and add boning which I will provide. The panels have already been created for the boning. This is urgent, so I’m looking for someone who can help me do this by today. You would need your own sewing machine. I’m located in the Eastern Suburbs and need someone close by. Work must be finished today. I only think it will take at most 15 mins at most. It’s pretty basic sewing.

Sew labels on clothes

$60

Double Bay NSW 2028, Australia

13th Aug 2026

30 labels to be sew on clothes.

AMAZING!!! Lyndall was an absolute pleasure to deal with. She is great communicator and deliver on time. Great job, thanks Lyndall!

Hand sew labels onto clothes

$50

Darling Point NSW 2027, Australia

12th Aug 2026

hello we need someone to hand sew 30 labels onto clothes. thank you

Sewing dog jumpers

$50

Woollahra NSW 2025, Australia

25th Jul 2026

I need someone to sew openings in my dogs polo necks. Small job dog and jumpers are very small. There are about 3 of them and most are wool one Cotten. I am looking hopefully to establish a longer term working relationship if mutually beneficial

Pattern Maker / Dressmaker to assist with start up label

$1,000

Vaucluse NSW, Australia

16th Jul 2026

Experienced and skilled pattern maker & dressmaker wanted ongoing to help with start up label. Can come to you if you have a workspace or can do from mine. Flexible arrangement, ongoing work

Initial embroidered on 12 blankets

$100

Double Bay NSW 2028, Australia

30th Jun 2026

I need initials for 12 people embroidered into 12 blankets. I. E. 1 initials each blanket. In dark green approximately 8cm height per initial. The photo sample has two initials - I just want one please.

Sew pouches for me out of my own fabric

$100

Rose Bay NSW 2029, Australia

26th Jun 2026

I need someone to sew 6 pouches for me out of my own fabric. Pouches need zip and lining

Amazing work great communication easy seamless process

Cut and Sew 4 long sleeve hi vis shirt into short sleeve

$40

Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Cut 4 long sleeve hi vis construction shirts into short sleeves

Experienced sewing

$10

Woollahra, New South Wales

15th Jun 2026

( I have updated to listing for the price per unit. I would like to meet up in person to discuss and show how to make them prior to agreeing to engage longer-term. From there i hope to have approx 6-10 units per week ongoing, and increasing) Sewing - A potential long-term side hustle, sewing per unit items. Price to be agreed, approx $10 per unit. Approx 10 minutes to make per unit, ie $60 per hour Pre-made pattern Pre-purchased materials. To be picked up or delivered for manufacturing Materials not pre-cut, but we can discuss/negotiate here Can film a video tutorial for how these should be sewn Need sewing experience. Current seamstress or alterations specialist. Cannot learn now. Need to have sewing machine and an overlocker. Message me if interested!

Maryam is extremely experienced and did a perfect job with my task. She even improved what I was looking for! Very fast turnaround and very efficient.

Need a sewing tutor to help with uni assignment. Have to make a top

$100

Vaucluse NSW, Australia

14th Jun 2026

Need help creating a top. I have calico and a sewing machine just need a tutor to help

Hat needing embroidery

$15

Bondi Beach NSW, Australia

3rd Jun 2026

I have a hat and I would like a 7cm embroidery on the front

Sew a cot skirt for me with fabric from spotlight

$20

Rose Bay NSW, Australia

30th May 2026

I would like you to sew a cot skirt for me with fabric from spotlight I am located in rose bay. I want it to touch the floor. Assembled Height (cm) 102.0 Assembled Depth (cm) 76.0 Assembled Width (cm) 135.0 Extra Dimensions Leg Height - 14cm

Qualified seamstress to make tablecloths

$100

Paddington NSW, Australia

27th May 2026

Need a Seamstees to sew speciality tablecloths

Seamstress and/or pattern maker

$250

Bondi NSW, Australia

4th May 2026

Looking for a seamstress / pattern maker in Sydney. Happy to travel to you. I have a small buisness / looking for someone who can help create patterns / small runs. Further info TBD.

Soft furnishings maker — sew prototype fitted cover for headboard

$500

Bondi Beach, New South Wales

30th Apr 2026

Price TBC based on conversation - Hi! I'm prototyping a new homeware product and I'm looking for an experienced soft furnishings maker or sample machinist to come to my home in Bondi and help me sew the first sample together. The piece is a fitted, shaped fabric cover with contrast piping along the front seam and fabric ties at the back. Think of it as a tailored slipcover. It needs to pull taut over a padded form, fit snugly, and finish cleanly. The padded foam to fit against Fabric (for the test sample) Piping cord, thread, and ties material What I need from you: Experience with fitted slipcovers, ottoman covers, or piped cushion covers or larger upholstery pieces like headboards Your own sewing machine The day will look like: Measure and pattern the form Cut and sew a first cover in fabric Adjust the pattern based on fit This is a creative collaborative project, not piecework — I'm looking for someone who enjoys problem-solving and sample development and is open minded. If it goes well, there may be more sample work as the range develops. Please share a few examples of past work in your reply, especially anything with piping, fitted covers Budget: Open to fair quotes — please include hourly or day rate. Location: Bondi Sydney Timing: Flexible — happy to work around your schedule, weekday or weekend

Seamstress tailor

$450

Bondi Beach NSW, Australia

24th Mar 2026

Experienced person please. I have so many pants that need hemming ( easy) perhaps 20 pairs! Then a few dresses that need alterations and maybe some repairs however it would be great if you could come to my place take the measurements then bring back when done -you could come any time this week to pin it all etc and have it done within approximately 5 days. Price can be negotiated after seeing the job too.

Faith is brilliant!! Look no further..she really is amazing!! ..she’s fast reliable professional and super nice as well!