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Super nice people. The communication was easy and they finished the task before the time agreed.

Change zipper of my shorts and sewing the zipper of other short

$30

Monica did an absolutely amazing job—everything was finished so quickly, neatly, and efficiently. I love her work and would definitely work with her again. Thank you so much xx

Quick Sewing Job – Attach Labels to 200-300 Garments

$300

Excited to work with Faith on future projects

Looking for a Skilled Sewist for Bespoke Wedding Styling Pieces

$50

Rona did a great job on a small sewing task and made intuitive, intelligent decisions where some ambiguities arose. Would hire again!

Small sewing task

$40

Mei was fabulous. Prompt communication, wonderful job and managed to complete in a day when initially thought would take 3-5. Really happy with the outcome. Thanks Mei 🙏🏼

Anyone good at stitching or sewing?

$50

Jean altered my skirt perfectly, great work! Thank you

Sewing task: adjust waistband of skirt

$20

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Why hire a local tailor nearby through Airtasker?

Tailoring your clothes is a great investment. A well-fitting shirt or suit can spell the difference between drab or fab and give you the confidence boost that you need. But, going to a tailor shop or searching for tailors & alterations near your house can be time-consuming. And that’s before you go through measuring and fitting! But with Airtasker, finding and booking a tailor in your area takes only a few minutes.

When you request a tailor on our platform, you get to specify the location for your appointment. No need to go to a shop after work or on the weekend! Just have a Tasker drop by your home or office. You also get to specify the details of the task and your budget - this way, you avoid any overpriced fees, and you only pay for what you need.

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First, turn the pants inside-out and try them on. Use tailor’s chalk and pins to mark how much fabric you want to take in. Sew on top of the original seam then gradually turn the stitch towards your marks. Then, try on the jeans, cut the seam allowance, and zigzag the edges, so they don’t fray. If the jeans gape at the waistband, pinch the fabric, pin it into place, and stitch two darts on top of your back pockets.

It depends on what you want to be tailored. If you want to let the hems down or shorten the coat or sleeves, your tailor can usually do that for you. But, your local tailor can’t change anything around the shoulders. If a coat has gotten too tight around your shoulders, it’s best to trade it in for a new one.

If you're deciding on a coat style, check out this guide on double-breasted vs single-breasted coats to learn which style is best for you.

Tailors can’t:

  • Take more than 5 centimetres out of your jeans’ centre seam

  • Make a garment one size larger or two sizes smaller

  • Adjust shoulder pads or structure in a jacket or coat

  • Change the button profile or lapels of a jacket

  • Let out the seams or hems of garments made from silk, linen, or cotton

You can book a rated & reviewed tailor right here on Airtasker! To start:

  1. Tap the “Post a task” button and fill out the form.

  2. Don’t forget to include the details of the garment you want to alter or create.

  3. Indicate your location and budget as well.

  4. Tap “Get quotes” and wait for offers from nearby Taskers.

  5. Review their quotes as well as their customer ratings.

  6. Once you find a Tasker you like, tap to confirm your appointment.

When you first meet with your tailor, you can ask to see their previous pieces. Then, you can ask if the proposed cut, style, and cloth will meet your aesthetic and practical needs. Don’t forget to ask your tailor for a timeline, especially if you’re preparing for a wedding. You’ll also want to make sure that there is enough time for fittings, and that your tailor knows whether you’re at a steady weight or are currently dieting.

Alterations can take anywhere from 3 days to a whole week, depending on how busy your tailor is. If you’re rushing to get ready for a special occasion (say, a wedding or an office party), you might want to consider booking Taskers to help you out with events. While you might not be able to rush a highly-rated, in-demand tailor, you can spend time managing the other to-dos of your event. 

The cost of hiring a tailor can range from $3 to $150. This depends on different factors, such as your location, the type of garment you have, and the alteration/adjustment you need. Get a more detailed breakdown of how much tailoring costs to set the right budget when hiring a Tasker on our platform. 

Tailoring is all about creating or customising clothing to fit you perfectly, whether by making significant adjustments or crafting a garment from scratch. Alterations, on the other hand, focus on smaller tweaks to improve the fit of existing clothing, such as hemming trousers or taking in a dress.

Both options can help refine your look, but tailoring offers a more bespoke and personalised approach. Learn more about the difference between alterations and tailoring to find the best fit for your needs.

In Australia, hemming a pair of pants typically costs between $15 and $40. Prices may vary based on factors like fabric type, stitching style, and tailor expertise. For the best rates and service, compare offers from local Taskers on Airtasker.

If you need other alterations services, check out our Clothing Alterations Cost Guide to set the right budget when booking a Tasker.

Yes, some tailors offer same-day suit tailoring near you, but it depends on the complexity of the alterations and the Tasker's availability. Simple adjustments like hemming pants or taking in a jacket slightly may be completed within a few hours, while more complex alterations could take longer. To ensure availability, it’s best to check with local tailors on Airtasker and discuss your specific needs before booking a task.

If you need an idea on rates for suit tailoring, you can refer to this Suit Alterations Cost guide

What does a tailor do?

This service covers tailoring, clothing alterations, and sometimes even repair for different kinds of garments. This includes men’s suits, women’s coats, trousers, wedding dresses, and even down jackets. In the case of made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring, your wardrobe will show off your personality and fit your lifestyle in a way that off-the-rack can’t match.

When booking a clothes tailor near you through our platform, you get some great added perks, such as picking a reviewed and rated tailor in your area, having a tailor go to your home or office, and working within your budget! Do note that some details may vary depending on the tailor you hire, so make sure that your task post is as detailed as possible. 

Alteration tailor near you

Whether you need stitching near you or any alteration, Taskers can do most tailoring work and alter a garment to fit you better. If you plan to get an off-the-rack item and take it to clothing alterations near you, it’s best to choose a size that fits the widest point of your body. From there, your local tailor will take in or cinch the rest of the item. Tailors can also make sleeves or pant legs slimmer, adjust the straps and bust darts of a dress, shorten the sleeves of a shirt, add the lining, and add buttons or hook-and-eye clasps. 

On the other hand, a tailor cannot make a garment bigger or longer. They also can’t fix a bad shoulder fit on a jacket or coat. Also, it is inadvisable to let out the stitches in fabrics like linen, cotton, and silk, since holes will show. 

Clothing repair by experienced tailors

Most local tailors near you can also repair clothing. This can mean fixing a zipper, stopping a hem from fraying, repairing a rip, or reweaving a hole. When you book a clothing tailor near you to repair your item, they’ll tell you if the item can still be repaired, and what the risks (and cost) of the repair would be. They can also offer advice on how to better care for your clothing or avoid further damage, such as using a mesh bag in the laundry for your more delicate items or getting your clothes dry-cleaned instead.

Made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring

Looking for a suit tailor near you for bespoke clothing? Tailoring or altering your off-the-rack garment is a fast and affordable way to make clothes fit you better. But if you want your wardrobe to fit you to a T, made-to-measure or bespoke tailoring is the way to go. While these services are offered at tailor shops near you, Airtasker lets you book a bespoke tailor who can go to your home or office. 

No need to worry about going to a tailor shop near you - Taskers can provide the supplies, take your measurements and requests (or in the case of made-to-measure, let you choose a pattern), and assist you with the fittings! This service saves time while still making sure you look stunning at that upcoming event - skilled Taskers can help you with planning for the big day as well!

Recent Tailors tasks

Sewing Outdoor Sun/Chaise Lounge Covers

$10

Waterways VIC 3195, Australia

31st Aug 2026

I’m looking for someone to sew/make three outdoor sun lounge/chaise lounge cushion covers. - Current covers are fraying and have zips. - I’d like to reuse the existing cushion inserts. You can either sew new covers over the top or replace them entirely — I’m flexible. - I will provide the fabric/materials. Please provide a quote for the job.

Suit Alterations: Jacket & Trouser Alterations for 3 Suits

$150

Manly Vale NSW 2093, Australia

31st Aug 2026

Hi there, I need an experienced professional tailor to alter 3 of my suits for a sharper fit. Exactly what needs to be done: • 3 Jackets: Narrow the body for a slimmer fit AND shorten the sleeves slightly (so the shirt cuffs show). • 3 Pants: Shorten the length from the bottom (hem). Logistics: • I need a quick fitting to pin the garments correctly. Please let me know if you can travel to me or if I should drop them off at your studio. • Must have experience with menswear/suit tailoring and provide your own equipment. • Timeline: 1–2 weeks. Please reply with your offer and general location for drop-off/fitting. Thank you!

"Custom sewing: Fabric cover for an MDF heart."

$111

Albany Creek QLD 4035, Australia

30th Aug 2026

"Custom sewing: Fabric cover for an MDF heart." Will need to come onsite to help design and then sew using premium material which I will buy

Design and make custom suit

$800

Edgewater WA 6027, Australia

30th Aug 2026

I was quoted 1200$ to make a custom suit set (pant and jacket) here at a shop in Perth and wanted to see if anyone could do something more affordable? Would love help to create this cool idea without spending over 800 ideally

Need a suit jacket and trouser pressed for tomorrow afternoon

$28

Cranbourne North VIC 3977, Australia

30th Aug 2026

I need someone to professionally press/steam my two-piece suit (jacket and trousers) so it looks neat and presentable. The suit is already clean and does not require dry cleaning — it just needs wrinkles/creases removed and a general tidy-up. 📍 Cranbourne North ⏰Need it completed by around 2 PM tomorrow even before would be great 👔 Jacket + trousers I’m happy to drop it off locally and collect it once finished. Please let me know if you can help and your price. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Simple sewing garment repairs

$30

Mosman NSW 2088, Australia

30th Aug 2026

task: mend 3 pieces of clothing 1x cardigan - stitch 2x holes at back of the neck and re-secure tag 1x long sleeve polo top - mens 1x hole at back of the neck 1x pair of trousers - repair / replace zipper i am based in mosman but i am happy to drop these to you!

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

Tailor a suit

$25

Footscray VIC, Australia

30th Aug 2026

Can anyone advise on fabric and pattern for fishtail trousers and a waistcoat? This project would suit an amateur tailor with an enthusiasm for period clothes

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 👌

Need Tailor to shorten 3 pants sample given

$65

Sunshine North VIC 3020, Australia

14th Aug 2026

Hi. Need a tailor to shorten 3 pants. I will provide sample. 2 jeans and one casual pant. Pick up today 5 pm onwards and deliver tomorrow morning or midday.

Excellent work. Highly recommend.

Seamstress/tailor/dress maker

$40

Marrickville, New South Wales

13th Aug 2026

Hi! I am a vintage/up-cycle start up business that is in search of a tailor that has the ability to follow pattern pieces. I currently have an influx of old and new stuff that I would like to rework into new items and designs. I have a sewing machine however don’t have the hours to commit. Per item made. I will pay the maker per piece depending on complexity. To give example the first pieces I would like to create a dress from large shirts that I have on hand. I have purchased a pattern piece for this desired look and would be in search of someone who can articulate my design into a finished rework/upcycled piece. I would like to create a first range of around 10pieces to begin. So if you feel like you have the ability to meet the criteria then reach out to me and we can talk! The first few pieces will be quite simple in design. Thanks! -Talei

She is so talented! Thank you 🙏

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 :)

Sewing outdoor cushions

$100

Scarborough WA 6019, Australia

28th Jul 2026

Hi, I have material, piping, zip, and foam, I just need the cushions reupholstered. 2 x cushions One cushion is 235cm x 75cm The other is 75cm x 75cm I have bought 8m of material and 25m of piping, which is what has been used previously for these cushions.

Preet reupholstered my outdoor cushions and did a great job!

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 🙏

Suit jacket alterations

$50

Alderley QLD 4051, Australia

14th Jul 2026

I need a suit altered - length of the suit taken up - sleeve also taken up Own tools required

Great!!!!! Thank you so much will be a frequent customer

Tailor my pants

$20

Manly QLD 4179, Australia

6th Jul 2026

I have 2 pairs of jeans to be shortened and some pairs of fabric pants.m in addition to other items. I have a few more items I would like better fitted but would like some general quotes. Quote for this task would be for the 2 pairs of jeans then I have other items which can be agreed upon upon confirmation of prices and quality of work.

Thank you perfect work 🙏

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.