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Recent Sewing reviews
Samantha is organised, detail-oriented, and very easy to work with.She communicates clearly, puts strong effort into her work, and is always attentive and prepared. She is also a genuinely great person to work with. We really enjoyed working with her and look forward to continuing.
Teach a child and parent how to use a sewing machine 13th,17th April
$240
Great work and excellent quality. Was so glad she could fix the stitching 😃
Stitching / sewing an elastic strap onto leather gloves
$30
Perfect good job . Thanks!
Sew patches onto jumpers
$150
Very pleasant and easy to deal with. Great job done. Would hire again.
Sew a patch onto a suitcase.
$100
Joy did a wonderful sewing job on my mother's skirt. She was really happy with the end result. Thankyou!
Doubleview Sewing/seamstress: need my denim skirt taken up.
$20
Tania was great to work with and her sewing skills are excellent. Highly recommend!
400 x Labels sewn on to towels
$300
What's the average cost of a sewing alteration service
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Taskers can sew any item for you, be it clothing, accessories, or upholstery. Sewing experts can make, repair, or alter fabric pieces, such as shirts, dresses, curtains, and seat covers. They can also add embellishments like embroidery onto clothes and other fabrics.
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Yes. Dressmakers and seamstresses have overlapping skills, but they differ in certain skill sets. In general, dressmakers specialise in making dresses. What’s more, dressmakers tend to have a wider range of skills, from designing a dress to putting fabrics together. Meanwhile, seamstresses or seamsters are considered a “jack of all trades” in sewing. Their main task is to sew garments together.
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Sewing services include dressmaking, tailoring, and clothing alteration and repair. Our platform connects you with sewing experts for various items, such as prom dresses, trousers, jackets, and streetwear. Whether you need a jumpsuit made from scratch or a dress was taken up, you’ll find Taskers who can help. Here’s a list of sewing tasks you can get done through our platform.
Custom sewing
Hire a sewist who can create clothes for you based on a sketch, existing garment, or Pinterest inspiration. Bespoke dressmaking or tailoring lets you achieve the perfect fit and style. And you’re sure to have a one-of-a-kind garment you’ll love to wear for the years to come. Sewing experts can sew custom garments, including prom dresses, costumes, wedding dresses, and polo shirts.
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Clothing repair
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Once you’ve accepted an offer, your Tasker can come by and deal with your clothing emergency. If you’re in no rush, go ahead and have a sewer fix up or restyle an old garment you love. You could even hire a Tasker to dry-clean a dusty coat or iron your clothes.
Clothing alteration
Sewers can alter clothes in many ways, such as adjusting the length of trousers or tightening a skirt around the waist. Sewing experts can also add features to a garment, whether it’s adding nifty pockets to a dress or sewing patches onto sleeves.
Clothing alteration is a great way to customise or update a garment to a wearer’s preference. Find sewing alteration services near you today by putting up a task and telling us what you need to be done.
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Sewing/embroidering material onto a shirt
$150
Darwin City NT 0800, Australia
21st Oct 2026
I have a plain black, simple corset (it’s just a $50 one from glassons so not using for shap wear purposes)and going to a concert so want to sew a material over the panels
Sew car window bag
$190
Brookvale NSW 2100, Australia
21st Oct 2026
We would like to find someone to help us sew a custom bag. We can provide a sample. We are a small campervan company Vanted in Brookvale.
Sew new island outfits
$400
Newcastle NSW 2298, Australia
20th Oct 2026
Island outfits for a couple
Sew three children’s hats
$60
Fremantle WA 6160, Australia
20th Oct 2026
Sew three children’s hats from supplied fabric I’m looking for someone with sewing experience to make three children’s hats using fabric I already have. The hats are for three children aged 6 years, 4 years and 1 year old. I can organise and provide a suitable sewing pattern, along with the fabric. I’m looking for someone who can cut out the fabric and sew the three hats neatly, following the pattern and sizing instructions. What I’ll provide: * Fabric for all three hats * The sewing pattern and sizing details What I’m looking for: * Someone with experience sewing clothing or accessories * Neat, quality finishing * Someone who can complete the hats within a week (before 26 October)
Sew anakin costume
$100
Varsity Lakes QLD 4227, Australia
20th Oct 2026
I need an anakin skywalker costume sewed for my halloween costume I have a link for reference https://youtu.be/By2zI9ovZaY?si=j7BeD-ZUphIHp_Q8
Show how to tread and use a sewing machine, speak thai
$200
Oatley NSW 2223, Australia
20th Oct 2026
We have a new sewing machine and I need a person to teach me how to thread and use it. Thai spoken person preferred.
Sewing to fix cot bumpers
$50
Coogee NSW 2034, Australia
19th Oct 2026
We have two organic cotton cot bumpers that have lost two attachment pieces that will need replacement and one is almost falling off which needs re-stitching too.
Sewing a dress
$10
VIC 3024, Australia
3rd Oct 2026
Sewing dresses from scratch and from different stages
Great work, finished in a short time
Sewing of patches onto workwear. Machine and hand
$50
Wembley Downs WA 6019, Australia
8th Sep 2026
Sew on small patches to clothing. Aprox 15-20 patches. They are alway edged and 10cm by 5cm and are going into mainly work shirts. Hand stitching required for two of the patches to not be sewn right through a lined top, just on the outside.
Good work was done. Prompt and clear communication too.
Help Create and Sew a heart shaped cover
$200
Albany Creek QLD 4035, Australia
30th Aug 2026
I need a luxe heart shaped removable cover for a party backdrop giant MDF heart It needs to be elasticated to slip over and come off for setting up packing down Dark red velvet finish
Very expensive dress alteration done
Sewing, dress strap needs repair
$30
West End QLD 4101, Australia
28th Aug 2026
I would really love to get my dress strap fixed! Just needs to be properly sewn back. Will suit someone with general sewing skills and a sewing machine (also could be hand sewn) + similar thread coloring. I can drop off item and pick it up within reasonable distance. Cheers!
Pina did an awesome job at fixing my favorite dress for me 🤩 Thank you Pina it looks perfect 👌
Flat pack sewing cabinet to be made up
$150
Mount Vernon NSW 2178, Australia
5th Aug 2026
The cabinet is with a draw doors and it’s for a swing machine made by horn.
I would highly recommend Liye. He was early very helpful professional and knew his job. I would definitely call him again if I need him.
Rip in bag needs sewing/repairing
$20
Scarborough WA 6019, Australia
2nd Aug 2026
Happy to drop off to you! Have a small rip in my 65L backpack I’d like to get repaired before I travel overseas on Friday 7th
Great communication, completed the task promptly :)
Shorten the strap of my woven handbag (sewing machine required)
$40
Nedlands, Western Australia
15th Jul 2026
I’m looking for someone with a good sewing machine and experience sewing bags or thick fabrics. I need the shoulder strap of my woven handbag shortened by a few centimetres. The job involves: * Unpicking the seam at the centre of the strap. * Cutting the strap shorter (I’ll show exactly how much). * Sewing it back together.
Charlie made the job really good! And super fast!!! Recommend it ✨
Overlocking lesson - how to use overlocking sewing machine
$75
Capital Hill ACT 2600, Australia
15th Jul 2026
After 3 yrs of sewing my teenage daughter has recently purchased an Overlocker (Brother 2504D) and is keen for lesson(s) on how to use it and get the most out of the machine. Practical in-person lessons are preferable to YouTube tutorials.
Loved overlocking sewing lesson - great practical tips and built confidence to excitedly move forward with overlocking projects! Thanks 🙏
Sew labels - 1 hour work
$50
Sunnybank Hills QLD 4109, Australia
17th Jun 2026
I need someone to sew small labels onto towels. I have 2 bags of towels to get through. It doesn’t need to be perfect — just secure enough to stay on after washing. You’ll need to know how to use a sewing machine. Approx 1 hour to get as much done as you can and if it takes longer, happy to pay the extra amount
Nicest person i met and so efficient as well. Thank you for doing the task so quickly!
Need a button sewn into jeans and another pair taken up.
$10
Erina NSW, Australia
5th Jun 2026
Hi, i have 2 pairs of motorcycle jeans. 1 needs a button put on it. The other pair is a ladies pair which needs to be taken up a little. Located in Erina. Have put ten but offer your best price for this job :) If you can pick them up and bring them back, there is no rush on this job very flexible. Posted a photo of the button that is missing.
Mother did the job for her and all I got was excuse after excuse. The work wasn't great either. Ill go to another seamstress to have it done properly. Complete waste of money.
Sew a Cape of lace, I have all materials just no ability
$100
Granville NSW 2142, Australia
27th May 2026
I have all materials, lace 4m wide by 2m length. Ruffled neck with 5cm trim around the entire cape
Unfortunately this task went to dispute. Be Careful dealing with this Tasker
Sew patches in denim vest
$100
Craigieburn VIC 3064, Australia
27th May 2026
Multiple patches to be sewn on multiple vest I have over 200-300 patches Around 10 vests Checking prices
Great help & communication. Thank you!



