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"Great and quick repair of cushions "
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"Amir was a pleasure to deal with"
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"Shruti was amazing. Super quick and helpful. Will definitely use again "
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"Lizia made some absolutely beautiful alterations to a very special dress I planned to wear at my sister's memorial. Not ..."
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Very fast, professional and friendly. Good job!
Alterations. Hem pants. Pants are too long.
$10
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Friendly and prompt service
Zipper repair
$30
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Really polite, great communication and an awesome job on my pants. Cheers, Jenifer!
Alteration on suit pants
$70
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Thank you Helen for helping me with my wedding dress. It’s perfect now!
Dress alteration
$29
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Well done Christine great work with a difficult task. I’m very happy with them. Here’s another $20 for your work :)
Zip repaired on two cushions
$50
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Fantastic service and very helpful. Would definitely recommend and reuse. Thanks
Several clothing alterations
$200
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"Highly recommend for all your alteration needs. 10/10"
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"What a fantastic service. I needed some suit pants taken in due to weight loss and the end product is better than new. I..."
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"Was able to do what I needed very quickly! "
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"Brilliant service - went above and beyond and great work! Thank you Amy."
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Quick and efficient
Jacket Alteration
$70
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3 jackets altered. Quick turnaround and a good job.
Jacket alterations (3 jackets)
$100
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Very good quality!
Jacket alterations
$100
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Great to deal with and amazing job on the jacket
Jacket Alteration
$70
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$70 - $99
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$70
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$83
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$99
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based on 4 reviews
4.75
Best rated trouser alteration services near me
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"Great person, good knowledge for my task, very responsive and serious regarding obligation. Highly recommend "
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"Amazing service. Laas offered to pick up as she was driving past my house."
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"I give her 100% quality work and customer service she is fantastic "
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Great work completed quickly!
I need trouser alterations
$60
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Work excellent and very professional. Also assisted with pick up and delivery. No problem referring. Good people to deal with. Peter.
Trouser alterations
$60
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Really nice to deal with. Very pleasant and helpful. Did my tasks straight away. Awesome job done
Trouser alterations
$30
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$60 - $90
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$60
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$80
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$90
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based on 3 reviews
5
Best rated school uniform alteration services near me
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"Quick turnaround. Pleasure to deal with!"
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"Meha was amazing and efficient! With a week until my wedding she pulled off the impossible and not only did my alteratio..."
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"Was able to do what I needed very quickly! "
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"Shruti was amazing. Super quick and helpful. Will definitely use again "
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"Great job .thanks 👏 "
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"Lovely neat work. Thankyou very much. Dress also pressed nicely. "
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"Shuba did a good job on the jacket, thank you."
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"Really great, experienced and helped both physically and psychologically with the declutter process. "
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Laas was amazing!! So fast and so skilled. Will definitely use her again.
School skirts hemmed
$70
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A big thank you to Jennifer. She did a great job!
I need school uniform alterations
$20
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Toni was wonderful to work with. She did such a great job. I highly recommend her. Definitely will look to work with Toni again!
Repair elastic in school shorts
$50
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Prompt communication Quick turnaround Great job Thanks Sue!
School pants alteration
$50
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An absolute angel sent my way and saved the day! Super prompt, communicative, very skilled & impeccable work. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Will be using Zeena’s services again and making recommendations.
Cut and sew hem on school uniform dress
$20
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Zeena was wonderful and offered a fast and personalised service. Highly recommended. Thank you!
2 x school summer dress lift hem and alterations
$50
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$30 - $100
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$100
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"Meha was amazing and efficient! With a week until my wedding she pulled off the impossible and not only did my alteratio..."
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"Natalia was fantastic! Super quick to respond and had my pants ready very quickly. Definitely recommend "
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"Quick turnaround. Pleasure to deal with!"
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"amazing communication and finished the alternations so quick!! very happy :)"
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"Absolutely amazing - thanks so much for"
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"Toni was a pleasure to deal with. I will continue to use Toni for all my clothing alterations. "
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"Great work and very friendly! "
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Wonderful, great communication - Maria did a perfect job of altering my dresses and a week early too! Thank you so much 😊
Dress alterations
$150
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Fabulous job done on alterations for my two dresses! Laas was efficient and responsive, and I’ll definitely be using her services for stitching/alterations in future.
Dress alterations
$31
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Dress alteration
$40
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Sue did a beautiful job altering my silk Zimmermann. I will definitely use Sue again!
Dress alteration
$80
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Humairah was very friendly and she completed the task quickly. Sewing was very neat. Good job! Will use her again :)
Dress alterations
$10
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Very fast turn around she did a great job highly recommended
Formal dress alterations
$60
What's the average cost of a dress alteration expert
$50 - $105
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$50
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$70
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$105
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4.94
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"Lovely lady & very good work. I’ll be taking more items back to her. 👍"
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"Dani shortened our curtains and communicated well and promptly. Was very friendly and available."
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"Great communication, turned up on time and competed task efficiently, will definitely use again! "
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Angela did a great job and my daughter is very happy. Will recommend her to anyone. My daughter said she will recommend her to her friends as well.
I need garment shortening
$80
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Sarah was lovely and did a great job, I would recommend her
Curtains shortened
$150
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Great work
I need garment shortening
$15
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Helen is a goddess with garments. Very knowledgeable, very skillful and she has the serious machinery to get any job done. Most importantly, she is a really nice person who cares and goes above and beyond. I highly recommend Helen :)
Hem / Shorten 10 Polo Shirts
$40
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Great job. Very easy to deal with. Prompt and efficient. Highly recommend.
I need work pants shortened
$32
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Thanks so much Zeena. Super prompt and professional. Hemming looks great, can’t wait to see the curtains hung up!
Sew Hem hemming shorten curtains
$35
What's the average cost of a garment shortening expert
$38 - $100
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$100
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"Tina was wonderful to deal with and had a very professional eye. I needed some curtains hemmed and adjusted and she comp..."
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"Incredible work. Will use again "
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Excellent work, on time efficient, highly highly recommended. THANK YOU
Jeans Alteration
$70
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Di is a lovely person to work with and has done a lovely job with taking in the waist on my jeans. Will definitely come to her for work in the future. Thanks!
Jeans Alteration
$25
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Excellent work. Easy to deal with Amy. Highly recommended.
Jeans alterations
$50
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Zeena is incredible! I gave her three denim skirts and two pairs of denim jeans to take in at the waist and she completed the task within 24 hours. I’m so happy with the result! Great communication and high quality work. Thank you Zeena!
Jeans alterations
$200
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Really great, two jeans altered for a very good price and fits perfectly!
Jeans alteration (shortening)
$20
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Quick n effiient!
Jeans alteration
$30
What's the average cost of a jeans alterations expert
$27 - $54
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$27
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$40
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$54
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5
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"Highly recommend for all your alteration needs. 10/10"
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"Jess is wonderful to work with, amazing attention to detail, she did such a great job! Look forward to using her service..."
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"Amazing service. Laas offered to pick up as she was driving past my house."
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Laas was great & Id use her again!
Business Shirt Alterations
$25
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Jess is wonderful to work with, amazing attention to detail, she did such a great job! Look forward to using her services in the future!
Shirt alterations
$50
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Good and Quick turnout
T-shirt alteration
$80
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Absolutely love Rusi's work. Not only did she did it promptly, she did it very smartly. First time I've seen someone altered a shirt in a way that could be revert back for adjustments. Would recommend to anyone.
Polo shirt alteration
$50
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Highly Recommend Alli went above and beyond. She was driving past on a Sunday afternoon and picked my shirts up. The alterations were completed overnight. Alli worked a couple of suburbs from my home so graciously offered to drop them back. I barely lifted a finger. The shirts turned out exactly as requested. She was friendly, efficient and trusting. I recommend her being used for whatever task she says she can get done.
Work shirt alterations
$45
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Fast! New life to some old shirts!
Tshirt alterations, shortening
$50
What's the average cost of a shirt alteration service
$35 - $72
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$35
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$52
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$72
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Perhaps your clothing doesn’t quite fit right, or you need a few clothing repairs? Book alterations near you and get your favourite outfits ready to wear again, with the perfect fit. Your seamstress has the equipment and experience to work with your clothing and textiles so they can fit your exact measurements and body type. Or they can match up missing buttons, repair broken zips, and even patch small holes. Your clothes will be ready to go in no time.
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Clothing alterations usually cost between $40-$140 on Airtasker. The cost of your clothing alteration service will depend on the type of garment, whether you need a repair or full custom dressmaking, the level of complexity involved, and how long it’s likely to take. Learn more about how much alterations cost to set the right budget before posting a task.
It’s common to book alterations for formal wear and special events. But many people also get their corporate wear or school uniforms altered so they fit well and create a professional impression.
Shirt - You can pay attention to where your shoulder ends and where your arm begins. The shirt shoulder seams should sit on top of those spots. For tees, sleeves should end right in the middle of your armpit and elbow. They should not be tenting away nor too restrictive. You can also try pinching the fabric on either side of your torso and see if you're able to hold at least 2-3 inches of it.
Trousers - There are many things to consider. For starters, your waistband should sit at or below your navel. Your trouser's rise should also be long enough to place of the band properly. The hems can touch the shoe, but they shouldn't be puddling to avoid looking sloppy. Lastly, you shouldn't have the urge to pull the crotch or rear area from time to time. Other than these, your trousers are either too tight or too loose.
The best way to know if you’ve found the right clothing alteration service around you is to check the reviews. Airtasker makes this so easy with a transparent reviews and ratings system so you know you’re only hiring the best Taskers when looking for clothing alteration services around you.
Come to your clothing alterations appointment prepared with your garment(s) and notes on any changes you want. If you’re having a fitting, bring or wear the shoes and undergarments you plan to wear with the outfit.
Yes! It's ideal for you to wash any piece of clothing, especially newly-bought ones. Have your jackets and trousers laundered and dry-cleaned before sending them to your alteration specialist. Since most of them shrink when washed or cleaned, you can avoid unpleasant surprises when altering them, like coming up way too short than needed. It'll also be easier for your tailor to get more precise measurements. .
As for your laundry needs, you can also get someone to send your garments to the nearest laundry shop and have them delivered back to you within the day.
Minor clothing alterations and repairs can take as little as an hour or two, but full dressmaking services for a detailed garment like a wedding dress may take up to 6 months.
Jackets - It depends on the complexity of the jacket alteration needed. Trimming the sleeves and hems can be completed in just a few hours, usually within the day. But if it requires your Tasker to take in or let out seams, narrow the armholes, or any similar alterations, then the service might take longer. For a more accurate estimation, feel free to ask your Tasker directly.
Shirts - It depends on how extensive your shirt alteration requirements are. Standard t-shirt alterations like adjusting the sides, adding darts, and shortening the sleeves can only take 30 minutes to an hour. However, complex procedures like replacing collars or cuffs and lengthening the sleeves or hem can take a few days or a week. For urgent alterations, feel free to coordinate a schedule with your Tasker.
Trousers - Standard trouser alterations, which usually involve the inseam, waist, seat, crotch, and leg width, are mostly doable within the day. Complex ones, like adding new belt loops, swing creases, removing pleats, and recutting can take 3-5 days to weeks. You can talk to your Tasker about your desired timeline and have it arranged accordingly.
Clothing alterations can help transform an average garment into your most flattering piece when it’s properly tailored to your body shape. And clothing repairs can help extend the life of your favourite clothing, saving you time and money you’d otherwise spend shopping for new items - plus, it’s better for the environment.
Tailoring involves creating bespoke pieces of clothing that are custom-fitted according to your exact size and measurements. Alterations, on the other hand, are done to existing clothing items that need length adjustments or necessary clothing repairs. The process usually focuses on specific areas, like hems, sleeves, and buttons.
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What does a clothing alteration include?
Your seamstress or tailor is skilled in working with textiles, but especially clothing, to create, repair, and alter clothes. Here are some of the most popular alteration services and what you can expect when you book them:
Sewing
Need some custom sewing work to create a design from scratch or custom-fit to your size? Hire a seamstress or dressmaker to create or customise your dress or garment with great attention to detail. They’ll start by measuring your shape and size with a soft tape measure to ensure the perfect fit. They’ll consult with you on designs and fabrics, before choosing or customising a pattern and cutting out the pieces. They’ll sew your garment or dress, taking care to finish off any edges with an overlocking stitch. Most dressmakers will request you to come in for a final fitting where you can try on the (mostly finished) garment and they can make final adjustments.
Formal wear alterations
When you want to look your best, it’s so important that your clothing is tailored to perfectly fit. Whether you need bridal alterations, school graduation alterations, wedding dress alterations, corporate wear alterations, or suit alterations nearby your location, a professional seamstress can help. They’ll take your exact measurements and then ask you to try on the outfit or dress, ideally with the shoes you plan to wear. Then they’ll note or mark up any parts that need taking in or loosening, and where the hem needs to sit based on your shoe height. They’ll use a mixture of machine and hand-sewing techniques to alter your clothing and finalise everything with a final fitting before your event.
Clothing adjustments
Most clothes you buy off the rack won’t fit perfectly, or you might need your favourite clothes adjusted for your body shape over time. Book clothing alterations around your area to help with dress shortening, garment shortening, and even school uniform alterations for those kids who won’t stop growing. Clothing adjustments usually involve taking seams in or out and adjusting the hem. Most hems have a few centimetres of extra fabric, so you can add extra length, or take it up for the perfect fit.
Clothing repairs
When your favourite dress or pants break, you don’t have to throw them away. Get professional tailors or seamstresses to take a look and see if they can save your clothes with techniques like zipper repair, seam repair, new lining, hole patching, button sewing, and more. Extend the life of your clothes - it’s better for the environment and much more budget-friendly, too.
Recent Alterations tasks
Dress alteration
$35
Mill Park VIC, Australia
22nd Jul 2024
Need my dress altered , it has been altered once but is too long still. The first person is too far for me to reach out to again. Need it cut and the organza reattached at the bottom.
Bridesmaid dress altered
$70
Torquay VIC, Australia
21st Jul 2024
Hi! I need my bridesmaids dress altered - it just needs taking up, so will be a fairly simple job! I can come to you but I need to try the dress for you to pin in the right place - or if you can come pick it up off me and then drop it off I’ll pay extra! Thanks :))
Jean alterations. Take jeans up.
$50
Engadine NSW, Australia
21st Jul 2024
I need two pairs of jeans taken up.
Clothing alterations
$60
Tugun QLD, Australia
21st Jul 2024
Convert a dress to a skirt the dress is a tiered maxi with a side zip. I would like to cut the top off and have an elastic waist.
School trousers need mending
$30
Russell Lea NSW, Australia
21st Jul 2024
need my son’s school trousers mending. Needs a patch of fabric
Alter a maxi bridesmaid dress into a short summer dress
$50
Kangaroo Point QLD, Australia
21st Jul 2024
I have a Shona Joy La Lune Lace Maxi Dress that I want to be able to alter to wear as a short summery dress and see if we can make the left over cut into a skirt
Replace trousers zip
$20
Berwick VIC, Australia
21st Jul 2024
2 trousers need new zippers
School uniform Skirt alteration
$20
Reedy Creek QLD, Australia
20th Jul 2024
Urgent alteration of kid’s school uniform to shorter length. Thank you so much.
Alterations to shorts and shirt
$65
Adelaide SA, Australia
15th Jul 2024
I have shorts that I’d like hemmed and a blouse I’d like the sleeves altered/shortened to cap sleeves. In the photos, I’ve folded each to show what I’m requesting. I do need this completed by 25 July and I prefer pick up/drop off of the items and I’ve included petrol/travel expense.
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Great communication, fast and amazing tailoring/alterations work. Very friendly and professional
Clothing alterations
$60
Mermaid Beach QLD, Australia
12th Jul 2024
2 linen pants hemmed up and a linen dress hemmed up
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amazing communication and finished the alternations so quick!! very happy :)
Repair zip on couch cushions
$100
Mosman NSW, Australia
10th Jul 2024
3 x Couch cushions in need of zip repair / stitching.
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Great and quick repair of cushions
Couch alteration
$400
Campbelltown NSW 2560, Australia
9th Jul 2024
I would like the arm of one of the modular couches attached to the other, making one smaller complete couch.
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Wayne was fantastic. Punctual, effective and great final product!
Small clothing alteration
$20
Somerville VIC, Australia
4th Jul 2024
Need the fabric on the shoulder of a footy guernsey restitched as it has previously been rippled. Very quickly and simple job.
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Fast, efficient and great work
Clothing alterations
$80
East Brisbane QLD, Australia
2nd Jul 2024
I am looking to have a pair of jeans hemmed along with some alterations to 2 dresses to make the straps shorter.
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Noreen did an excellent job with my alterations. The clothing turned out exactly as requested. I will be using Noreen’s services again and would recommend to others.
Shorten curtains
$50
Balmain East NSW, Australia
27th Jun 2024
I’ve just purchased some new over the counter curtains as my current rental has only provided sheer; they are too cold & not providing privacy coverage… So I have now purchased some insulated types. There are 4 x in total. 135cm x 250cm. The length needs to be around 210cm. Not a difficult job… however I have no idea how to sew or alter them & I just don’t have time atm… thanks!
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Lovely lady & very good work. I’ll be taking more items back to her. 👍
Curtain hemming alteration
$250
Croydon VIC, Australia
24th Jun 2024
We have 8 pairs of curtains that need to be hemmed and taken up. Each curtain is about 1.4m wide, and are from Ikea so are deigned to be easy to cut. We have different heights depending on the room but will be able to share excr measurements. We will also need some of the curtains joined. We have longer windows that require two pairs (4 curtains) and to allow for them to close togther on a draw string, we will need them sewed together. Thats 4 joins. We are based in Croydon. And can deliver/pick up locally.
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Thank you for your efforts with our curtains and the communication and negotiation.
Large zip replacement on cushion
$50
St Kilda VIC, Australia
24th Jun 2024
Broken zip on cushion. Need replaced asap and ready by Thursday June 25
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Good communication and easy to deal with
Hem formal dress - alterations
$40
Cannon Hill QLD, Australia
23rd Jun 2024
Really need a dress taken up Tuesday afternoon at the latest. 100% viscose, single layer maxi dress Will drop off and collect locally - Cannon Hill
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Lynette did a fantastic job hemming a dress for me, turning it around in less than a day. Lovely person, will absolutely use again.
Shorten 4x fabric curtains
$100
Bald Hills QLD 4036, Australia
20th Jun 2024
We have just installed fabric curtains on 2x sliding windows 2.4m long/wide and 2x windows 2.7m wide. The curtains are 2.21m tall. Our windows only 2.1m high. We therefore require someone with experience and a sawing machine to cut them (4 curtains) to shorten 10-11cm and redo the bottom hem.
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Dani shortened our curtains and communicated well and promptly. Was very friendly and available.
3x Pant Alterations
$150
Nedlands WA, Australia
20th Jun 2024
I need 3 pairs of pants tapered to reduce the bagginess . All 3 are the exact same type of pant and all need to be tapered the same way.
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Very good work! Amazing