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Recent Tailors reviews in Outer East Melbourne

Excellent service

Need 2 zippers sewn into car carpet

$250

Beautifully made and very lovely lady extreamly helpful thankyou 😊

Various sewing tasks

$50

Just as asked. Perfect!

Sewing tablecloth

$100

So happy with Erina’s service. Very quick and finished to a high quality. I can definitely recommend her for sewing tasks!

Sewing patches on denim jacket

$50

Great job, completed as requested

Sew 2 x Small Dog Coats

$100

Thank you so much Shubha! The curtains look just perfect in my daughter’s room. Shubha’s communication was excellent and her sewing expertise is evident in the quality of her work. I would not hesitate to use her services again for any sort of alteration or sewing project. Thanks again!

Sew Bedroom Curtains

$100

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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 in Outer East Melbourne

Sew bean bag cover

$100

Knoxfield VIC 3180, Australia

23rd Oct 2025

Hi, I need someone to sew a bean bag cover. I have the physical pattern. Size about 120cm It’s a unique design for a business.

Sewing machine required for quilting

$40

Lilydale VIC, Australia

21st Oct 2025

Material is all cut up and designed. Needed someone with a sewing machine complete the works the little squares being sowed.

Sew my school muck up day outfit

$70

Donvale VIC 3111, Australia

12th Oct 2025

URGENT! I am in need of some one capable of sewing to transform my school dress into a two piece set for my muck up day! It’s a school dress that needs to be turned into a cropped stye button up shirt and a mini skirt, with potentially a bow sewn on or some letters for my initials.I am a terrible sewer so I’m in need of help

Sew in rope into vinyl banner edge

$200

Kilsyth VIC, Australia

25th Sep 2025

We've purchased Vinyl banners from Easysigns. The banners came with sewn in rope on the top and bottom, but not the left and right. We need someone to sew in rope on the left and right sides. The height is 1.5 m, there are two banners in total, so a total of four ropes need to be sewn in. Please supply the ropes. This is so we can attach the banner to a 3mm Sail Track (ie. see pic attached).

Sew trampoline zip back to net

$120

Ferntree Gully VIC, Australia

22nd Sep 2025

Sew trampoline net back to zip where ripped on side and bottom

Sew on scout badges

$60

Belgrave Heights VIC, Australia

17th Sep 2025

7 scout badges to sew on scout shirt

Turn a pre-embroided fabric sheet into badges and sew onto a jacket

$50

Knoxfield VIC, Australia

19th Aug 2025

I have a fabric sheet that has been pre embroided that needs cutting and heming into badges. I would also like these sewn to a jacket. Please provide quote

In life things need to be easy This was soooooo easy Love Carolinas work and now she gets ongoing business for making it EASY

Sewing Machine Repair – Drop-In Bobbin Not Stitching

$80

Nunawading VIC, Australia

16th Aug 2025

My sewing machine (Brother FS50) is not stitching. The needle moves fine and the hook rotates, but it isn’t picking up the bobbin thread. I’ve already tried: • Cleaning, rethreading, changing needles • Re-seating the drop-in bobbin • Checking for jams It seems like it may be a timing or hook/bobbin issue. The machine turns smoothly with no strange noises, but it just won’t form stitches. I need someone experienced with sewing machine repairs to come and diagnose/fix the problem. Ideally looking for someone who has worked with timing/hook adjustments or bobbin case replacements. Location: Nunawading

Short sleeve of the suit and replace the buttons

$40

Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

25th Jul 2025

short two sleeve of suit and replace the buttons

Need some patches sewn on to some football jumpers

$60

Croydon VIC, Australia

19th Jul 2025

I have 4 old style football jumpers which I need some sponsor patches sewn on the front and also 3 jumpers which need numbers sewn on the back.

Midi strapless bodycon dress sewn

$100

Boronia VIC, Australia

25th May 2025

My formal is on Friday and I thought I could make a dress to go under my lace and stain slip dress, It pretty much needs to follow the same shape as the dress i’m wearing but needs to cover where the lace ends and be strapless as the dress is haltered. I’m really stressing and would love any help I could get. Attached is a photo of my dress (with the attempted dress underneath) that’s the vision i’m kind of going for but completely overestimated my talent

Sewing machinist for a small brand

$5

Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia

9th May 2025

I run a small fashion business and am currently looking for a sewing machinist to help bring my designs to life. I need samples made first, but this will lead to full production of the collection. The patterns are already made in a size 8 for sampling, and I’ll eventually need production across sizes 6 to 16. Each style will have 12 units across 6 sizes for the full production. The collection includes 4 styles: Gianna Dress – wool/nylon jersey Alessia Top – wool/nylon jersey Fia Top – 100% merino wool Alessia Skirt – stretch crepe-back knit (poly/elastane blend) Please let me know if you’re available or if you’d like more information.

Sewing badges on woollen blanket

$80

Lysterfield VIC, Australia

1st May 2025

Sew around 35 - 40 patches onto an existing blanket

Really easy to work with and fast to complete work! Very happy

Sewing task - daybed cushion covers ASAP

$300

Sassafras VIC 3787, Australia

16th Mar 2025

Quick turn around needed! I need a skilled sewer to make cushion covers for a daybed. The cushions are a base cushion, 2 x round cushions, and 2 x square cushions (dimensions below). Fabric, foam, zippers provided. I need the zippers to be in a hidden fold and piping on the cushions. Ideally would need to pick up Friday 21st March or Saturday 22nd March. I will drop off/pick up from your place if that is most convinient for you. Base cushion: 1800mm L x 750 W x 100 D Round cushions: 750mm L x 180 diameter Square cushions: 400mm x 400

Caroline did an amazing job! Exceeded all expectations. Would 100% hire again. Her work was fantastic.

4 x cushion covers needed - sewing task

$250

Sassafras VIC 3787, Australia

4th Mar 2025

I need a skilled sewer to make cushion covers for two midcentury armchairs. Each armchair has two cushions (back and base) that have velcroed on flaps that wrap around back and underside of the frame. Dimensions are included in the photo. Additional info: I will provide cushion foam, fabric, and velcro. I am happy to drop off and pick up if thats most convinient for you (within greater Melbourne) Please send examples of similar work if you have any.

Really great work! .

Tighten the neck of Tshirt (tailor)

$50

Heathmont VIC 3135, Australia

27th Feb 2025

Looking for someone to bring in the neck line of my two tshirt as it falls and is too lose.

Did an incredible job, so lovely and prompt will definitely be going back. Thank you for your great work.

A dressmaker to sewing 3 pairs of Yucatan pajama bottoms

$105

Croydon VIC 3136, Australia

27th Feb 2025

I have some plans bottoms from Japan... that i love! I just want some more. I will provide material, or we can negotiate a price if you supply material.

Suit jacket sleeves shortened. same day pick up. wedding tomorrow

$100

Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

14th Feb 2025

I need my suit jacket sleeves shortened. Need it done today, pick up later today.

Help Make a Sewing Pattern Design

$70

Donvale VIC, Australia

3rd Feb 2025

I am looking to have a pattern draw up for a pillow design I am making. I want the covers to be hand made, but I need a pattern designed to pass onto the seamstress. The design is in a C shape for a nursing pillow.

Tailor 8 x Saree Blouses, 5 x falls

$50

Ringwood North VIC 3134, Australia

27th Jan 2025

Need to have the below garments created for an event early April. I have the material for it ready. 5 x falls sewn 8 x blouses made Potential saree draping for 9 ppl on another date in Trawool VIC

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