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Recent Tailors reviews
Great job, will be recommending to others.
Sewing job
$50
Great communication, quick turnaround!
Sew a simple satin camisole - exact copy from a sample provided
$85
Richard & may completed my repairs on my work pants & did an unbelievable job. I will use them again. great work guys!
Need work pants sewed & patched up
$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
Zunnaria made me a beautiful cowl neck top that fit perfectly. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Custom women’s top tailor seamstress
$100
Great workmanship and lovely to deal with. Strongly recommend.
Sew a seam in leather couch
$150
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$50 - $155
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$90
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$155
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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:
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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
I need a tailor who can sew new seat cushions cover
$100
Prospect NSW 2148, Australia
4th Nov 2026
Sew seat cushion cover for my day bed sofa
Service my sewing machine
$150
Narrabeen NSW 2101, Australia
3rd Nov 2026
Service my sewing machine Brother XL2220
Sew Appliqué Onto Gown
$50
Leppington NSW 2179, Australia
3rd Nov 2026
I need an appliqué I already have on hand sewn onto dress.
Bunch of jeans custom tailored/altered
$10
Melbourne VIC 3037, Australia
3rd Nov 2026
Hey all I have a bunch of jeans maybe 10+ that need to custom tailored by the waist and hemmed for my body if there’s any professionals that can do this for me and we can work out a deal. My sister also has bunch of clothing items that she’ll like altered that I’ll recommend if you’re interested in doing a bigger deal if you’re interested in taking the job. The budget isn’t fixed I’m interested to see prices we can negotiate once we’re in contact.
Please tailor my dress
$100
NSW 2335, Australia
3rd Nov 2026
Dress Alteration – Tighter Fit Hi! I have a slightly loose, stretchy dress that I’d like altered for a more fitted, flattering look, ideally around one size smaller. I’m looking for someone experienced in dress alterations who can take it in while maintaining its original shape and style. Happy to provide photos and arrange a fitting if needed. Thanks!
Sewing teacher
$40
Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
3rd Nov 2026
Private Sewing Teacher Needed – In-Person Lessons Hi, I’m looking for a friendly, patient and experienced sewing teacher to provide one-on-one, face-to-face sewing lessons for my client. The lessons should be practical, hands-on and tailored to my client’s skill level and learning needs. We are looking for someone who: * Has experience teaching sewing. * Is patient, supportive and reliable. * Can provide in-person lessons. * Has flexible availability for regular sessions. Please let me know your experience, availability and hourly rate. Thank you!
Sewing machine set up from the box
$50
Browns Plains QLD, Australia
2nd Nov 2026
My daughter recieved this sewing machine for her birthday. I have absolutely no idea what to do with it, to get it working for her. Can someone set it up form the box and show my 11 yr old how to use it please🌸
Absolutely amazing!! Highly recommend 🌸 thank you SO SO MUCH!! My 11 year old daughter can now use her new sewing machine!! 💞
1 hr introductory sewing lesson with my own machine
$70
Labrador QLD 4215, Australia
22nd Oct 2026
Looking for someone to spend 1 hr with me showing me how to thread a Janome LS2125 sewing machine. Like an introductory lesson at my house with my machine. I have some experience but need a refresher.
Lovely, professional and competent. Def recommend 😊
Sew my hat 🧵
$70
Lennox Head NSW 2478, Australia
17th Oct 2026
Unfortunately my dog has got ahold of my Akubra and chewed/ripped the inner leather band out along with this outside crown band. I’m wanting someone to try their best sewing it back in/on to fix it. I know it’s not going to be perfect again and I’m Completely fine with that. The Inner band has a rip in it but I reckon it can be sewed back in. The outer band is pretty simple, just needs a couple threads to hold it on. Additional Info can be provided
Helped me fix my hat with her sewing skills. Did an awesome job and also quick.
Tailor my pants x2
$200
Welshpool WA 6106, Australia
10th Oct 2026
Looking someone to tailor my pants asap there are x2 of them.
Thank you for your service
60 ish, scout badges removed from scout blanket and sewn on to new .
$100
Morningside QLD 4170, Australia
4th Oct 2026
I have an old scout blanket, I would like to replace the old blanket. I have purchased the new blanket, I would like the old badges sewn onto the new blanket. There are around 60 -80 badges. All shapes and sizes. This has enormous sentimental value for me. I am away for work during the week... So it can either be picked up during the week or I could drop it off on the weekend.. If you pick it up and drop it off, you will be compensated.
Laas is Amazing.. I gave her the best Tip I could.
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
Sew the backs of 3 Cushions
$60
Robina QLD, Australia
29th Sep 2026
I have 3 Ikea Lounge Cushion backs but just need the backs sewn back together using some other material. They dont seem to stock this colour anymore for replacements. If it matches great if its just white thats fine too cause its back of cushion. Just something to stop fluff coming out. See images. You can pick up or I am happy to bring to your place drop off and collect when done. Hopefully not too far from Robina.
Great work, professional and friendly. Thank you!
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 👌
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 🙏





