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Recent Seamstress reviews in Sydney Eastern Suburbs

Lovely and really helpful and considerate

Sewing- curtain heading attached and hemming

$150

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

Need someone with sewing machine experience

$30

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

Dressmaker

$500

The best - just say yes

Quite sewing job darling point

$10

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

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

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

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!

Kids basic sew teacher

$80

Coogee NSW 2034, Australia

22nd Mar 2026

Sewing lesson for my 11 yr old. Begginner. Has machine. Thinking Saturday mornings, 2 hours. $80 for 2 hours. Close to bus stops.

Seamstress for Lamp Shade Making (x3)

$100

Bondi Junction, New South Wales

19th Mar 2026

I'm looking for an experienced seamstress to assist in producing my lamps on an ongoing basis. They are constructed more like a garment than a traditional lamp shade production, as the panels are cut from a pattern, and the top and bottom seams are hand-stitched. They are large, and you would need studio space able to accommodate working on two floor lamps at a time. I'm offering $300 for the small and $425 for the medium floor lamp.

Seamstress for Lamps (x2)

$100

Waverley NSW, Australia

17th Mar 2026

I'm looking for (x2) an experienced seamstress to assist in producing my lamps on an ongoing basis. They are constructed more like a garment than a traditional lamp shade production, as the panels are cut from a pattern, and the top and bottom seams are hand-stitched. They are large, and you would need studio space able to accommodate working on two floor lamps at a time. I'm offering $300 for the small and $425 for the medium floor lamp.

Wonderful to work with faith!

Seamstress for Lamp Shade Making

$100

Waverley NSW, Australia

12th Mar 2026

I'm looking for an experienced seamstress to assist in producing my lamps on an ongoing basis. They are constructed more like a garment than a traditional lamp shade production, as the panels are cut from a pattern, and the top and bottom seams are hand-stitched. They are large, and you would need studio space able to accommodate working on two floor lamps at a time. I'm offering $300 for the small and $425 for the medium floor lamp.

wonderful work! she made me a lamp and ill continue using Hui

Talented Seamstress to sew a lace formal dress

$350

Dover Heights NSW, Australia

11th Mar 2026

I am looking for a talented, attention to detail seamstress to sew a design of mine in lace fabric. The original dress is sandwash satin silk. You will be provided with the sample as well as the cut pattern pieces and a spec sheet to sew the dress. I need it completed before the 21st of March. Pattern pieces have not been cut yet so if you are comfortable cutting them this will speed up the process. You will of course be paid for the extra time for cutting. I need this dress to be completed with attention to detail as I have a high end brand where the work needs to reflect this. The images show the original sample in sandwash satin silk.

Delicate embroidery

$50

Rose Bay NSW, Australia

23rd Feb 2026

I need the words “Céad míle fáilte“ embroidered on a small linen doily.

Zipper Repair Needed on a Cricket Bag

$30

Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia

15th Feb 2026

Need the zipper replaced on my cricket bag, happy to drop it off anywhere relatively close to Maroubra.

Make Blanket stitch embroidery on ready garments

$15

Kingsford NSW 2032, Australia

9th Feb 2026

Make Blanket stitch embroidery on ready garments edges like the necklines, cuffs and hem. 10pcs total to embroider. $10-$15 per piece. Thanks