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Great work, she was on time and very easy to communicate with. She did a great work tailoring on such short notice. Highly recommend.
URGENT – Tailor Needed for 3 Suits (Must Come to Me)
$300
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
She's currently kindly shipping them to me. The pictures I've seen look perfect ☺️
Sewing cushion reface
$200
Preet was really easy to communicate with and did a really good job on the covers for my couch.
Recover couch cushions - sew new covers
$350
Jean was a great communicator, she did an excellent job to a high quality in a short time period. I would highly recommend her to anyone else that requires alterations!
Sewing Alterations - Shorten Long Tops
$250
Faiqa is very good at communicating and thorough with her work. Thank you
I have four cushion covers that need the gusset sewn into the sides
$120
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
Upholsterer/Sewist to make custom ruffled privacy booth dividers
$1,200
Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
22nd Jul 2026
Looking for someone experienced with upholstery or sewing to make new privacy dividers for restaurant booths. I attempted to dye the existing ones but the dye did not take to the fabric. Require 12 made in black material.
Tailors/seamstress -Alter scrub tops
$50
South Perth WA 6151, Australia
22nd Jul 2026
I need to alter 3 of my new scrub tops. At least 1 before Monday 27th July.
Amir got my work scrubs altered in no time and he’s work is impeccable. I would highly recommend him for all your tailoring needs.
Sewing Machinist that can also do patterns
$900
Gold Coast QLD 4217, Australia
22nd Jul 2026
We're looking at recreating some of our old towels into summery clothes. We have a few designs we'd like to explore, however we're not pattern makers so we'd need someone who is competent in this area. The designs are simple and one size fits all. We're looking at maybe 30 pieces or so, give or take. We'd like to have them ready by early-mid October. We're located in Currumbin and i'm happy to delivery the towels to whoever it suitable for the job :)
Need tracksuit pants tailored OR drawstring re threaded
$20
Sunshine Coast QLD 4558, Australia
22nd Jul 2026
I removed the draw string from a pair of sweats as it got lost into the hole on one side, that i thought would be easy enough to put back. but unfortunately they have stoppers around the waste making it really hard to put it back my self i am not sure if better to have some one rethread it professionally or just have them tailored to fit my waist. open to opininons and wil go with whichever task is less cost
Clothes alter and tailored
$300
Newstead QLD 4006, Australia
21st Jul 2026
I have a few items that need to be taken in, tailored and/or hemming.
Sew a cover for a piece of foam
$300
City Beach WA 6015, Australia
21st Jul 2026
I need somebody to make a cover for a block of foam for my van. I’m able to give you some sheets that you can sew into a cover. I need a base cover made and then another cover on top of that that could be removed for Cleaning either through Velcro or a zip.
Super easy to deal with and reliable would recommend
Need to get suit measurements from a Tailor
$50
Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
21st Jul 2026
I am getting a tailor made suit for a wedding & need my full measurements done - Thanks!
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 🙏
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!
Sew cushion covers for campervan mattress (4 in total)
$200
Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia
28th May 2026
I need to make mattress covers for my campervan - 4 in total, 2 thin ones and 2 slightly larger. Sketch plan is attached and the measures are the following: - 2 cover 186cm long and 60cm wide; - 2 covers 186cm long and 16cm wide. All should fit the depth of a foam mattress 10cm thick. I will bring the fabric and mattress to you. Need this done in 2 weeks max.
Angela is a stellar sewer and great communicator! She made mattress covers for my campervan and they look so good! She was a hero using double fabric (one waterproof, the other one for aesthetics) and finished the job earlier than expected. I would strongly recommend her - thank you, Angela!
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 women’s clothing samples (pattern and fabric supplied).
$200
Elanora QLD 4221, Australia
22nd May 2026
Complete samples of women’s clothing in my sewing studio. Pattern, sewing steps and fabric provided. I’m going to make photos of the progress (flat lays, sewing steps) in between for a tutorial. Approx 4-5 hours per garment including breaks for shooting, Need ongoing availability, approx once a week
Had a great pleasure working with Tania! Thank you
Unstitch parts of a faux leather jacket
$50
Bayswater WA, Australia
22nd May 2026
I would like to unstitch parts of this leather jacket. The front part and keep the zip to be seen from the outside. Is it possible ? Please see photos Thanks
Very happy with everything Chloe has done with the job 😊
Weaving/sewing in the ends of my knitted shawl
$25
Braddon ACT, Australia
21st May 2026
I love knitting but absolutely hate weaving/sewing in the ends of the yarn at the end. I have a shawl I knitted last year and I still haven’t brought myself to be able to sew in the rest of the yarns ends on it. Turn my pain into your gain! If you are a knitter who doesn’t hate this task as much as I do, then I’d love to pay you to do this arduous task for me. I’m happy for you to pick up the shawl to complete the task or I can drop it to you anywhere around Canberra. It is a very large shawl (takes up my entire 3 seater sofa) but there are only a handful of ends to sew in from where I started new balls of yarn, and where I cast on and off the work - I would say no more than 10-12 yarns ends that need sewing/weaving in.
Dionne was the ideal person for my task. She communicates well and was flexible with timing. Her work was speedy and accurate. 10/10 would recommend.
Transfer embroidered patches from old to new PU Bomber Jacket
$50
Fairfield NSW 2165, Australia
18th May 2026
5 patches to be removed from old PU jacket and sewed in to the new PU bomber jacket. Can also drop off and pick up at your place so it's easier for you depending on your location :)
Claire did an amazing job putting the embroidered patches on my PU jacket. She finished everything within a day and the quality was great. She was also really sweet and easy to deal with throughout the whole process. I really appreciated that she drove all the way to pick up and drop off my jacket as well. Highly recommend her if you need someone reliable and thoughtful. ☺️
Need my sewing machine threaded
$30
West Wollongong NSW, Australia
11th May 2026
My eyesight is not the best, even with glasses and a magnifying glass and I struggle to thread the cotton through the eyehole of the needle on the machine. I get mose upset with myself because I cant see what Im doing. Would someone with much much better eyesight be able to come and thread it for me? I have a Brother Sewing Machine and for the life I dont know what model it is, but the Operation Manual book that I have is for the Product Code: 888-V14 Someone with sewing experience please and has been sewing for a long time and also knows Brother sewing machines.
Lovely to deal with and exactly what I needed. I struggle with my eyesight and threading a sewing machine needle is just beyond me — she sorted it quickly and was an absolute pleasure. 100% recommend. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Need suit pants taken up
$15
Clifton Hill VIC 3068, Australia
26th Apr 2026
Recently bought suit pants but they are too long and I need them taken up please. Happy for pick up or delivery.
Amazing work on bringing up my suit pants to a good length. Highly recommend!





