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SEWING PANTS

$15

Amazing work and great communication.

Seamstress to help with alterations/mending/sewing

$25

Great end result and good communication.

Sew caravan curtains

$200

Maria is fantastic. Great communication and completed my task a week earlier than expected. I couldn’t recommend her more highly her workmanship was fantastic as well.

Sew Cloth Canopy for Timber Arbour

$150

Rachel was very creative and helpful in working out how to make what I wanted put of odd shaped fabric. Great communicator and got the job done fast.

Bedspread sewn

$100

Monica is amazing. She had my item of clothing altered and ready to pick up in less than 24hrs.

I need a seamstress to alter a piece of clothing

$40

What's the average cost of a seamstress

$48 - $150

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$48

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Why hire local seamstresses through Airtasker?

Many seamstress services can get quite pricey or take too long to get the job done. Airtasker can help you find local sewists within your budget and timeframe. Simply put up a task specifying your sewing needs, and get free quotes in minutes from Taskers near you. Our platform connects you with rated and reviewed male and female seamstresses in your location.

Companies with alteration services may not be able to fix up broken zip or torn skirts at short notice. But through Airtasker, it’s easy to connect with available and nearby sewists who can tend to your sewing needs as soon as possible.

Let us know how soon you need a sewing task done, and we’ll help you find Taskers who can make, repair, or alter your specified clothing. From restyling clothes to creating a dress from scratch, a Tasker can help you within your ideal budget and schedule. Simply put up a task on our platform to start finding seamstresses near you.

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What do seamstresses include?

Ready-to-wear clothes don’t always cut it. You may need a dress for a special occasion or an alteration to achieve a perfectly fitting suit. Or perhaps you simply need to repair a broken zip or mend a beloved garment. Whatever type of sewing you need, our platform connects you with nearby sewists who can do the task. Here’s a list of sewing services you can get done on Airtasker.  

Pattern cutting 

Pattern cutting is translating your design onto paper or digital form. The pattern serves as a template for creating wearable clothes. Achieve a bespoke dress that fits you perfectly, or create unique garments for your clothing business. Our platform helps you find local sewists with pattern cutting skills. Once your collection is ready, hire a model to pose in your clothes while a photographer takes amazing product photos for your website. 

Dressmaking 

You may find clothes you like, but the fit or size just doesn’t work for your body type. Or perhaps you have a dress in mind to wear to an event, but you can’t find it at shops near you. With the help of a dressmaker, you can still get the dress of your dreams. You can have a variety of clothes made, from midi dresses, ball gowns, to business suits.

Clothing repair 

We all have our go-to outfits, and it can be heartbreaking to find a tear or a hole in an irreplaceable piece of clothing. Maybe you bought that shirt abroad, had it custom-made, or splurged on that one expensive dress or jacket. No need to say goodbye to your beloved garment just yet! Instead, find a seamstress or seamster who can fix up your clothes, so they look as good as new. Taskers may even offer to dry-clean your dresses after the repair. 

Clothing alteration 

Some clothes may fit well, except for an awkwardly loose part around the shoulders. Or pants could have a flattering fit but are far too long for your height. With clothing alteration, you no longer have to settle for ill-fitting clothes. A nearby local seamstress can alter your clothes to create custom-fit garments, whether it’s a new suit that needs to be tailored or hand-me-downs that need to be shortened. After your alteration, have a Tasker iron your suit, and you’re good to go for your business event! 

Prom dressmaking 

Prom is an exciting time in a teenagers’ life. Most pretty dresses, though, can leave a big dent in your wallet. With Airtasker, you can look like the belle of the ball at prom with a dress that was made just for you. Please tell us how we can help you achieve your dream dress. Then, wait for offers from experienced sewists who can work with your design, budget, and schedule. Afterwards, find affordable yet professional hair stylists and makeup artists to do your hair and help you achieve the perfect evening look on prom night. 

Recent Seamstress tasks

Sewing and alterations

$25

Bayswater VIC, Australia

13th Sep 2025

I want a pocket sewn on to the front and back of a few singlets (using material from spare singlets) to create pockets for ice-packs. I have six singlets in total for the job, perhaps two of which will be for material. I will provide an ice-pack for sizing purposes.

Couch pillow zipper repair

$30

Epping NSW 2121, Australia

13th Sep 2025

Couch pillow zipper repair My couch cushion zipper is broken. I need a person who can come at my home and fix it.

Hi I need to sew buttonholes on two shirts, totally 10 buttonholes

$20

Sydney NSW, Australia

12th Sep 2025

Hi guys, I need to sew buttonholes on two shirts. they are just for small buttons, totally 10 buttonholes. I will take the shirts to you if it is not too far from me. I am in Redfern

Industrial Sewing or strong machine

$5

Davidson NSW 2085, Australia

12th Sep 2025

Looking for someone who has good Sewing skills and wants full time work with a new product that is launching in October. Demand is bigger than we thought so would be great to have a company who wants to bid for this work. Must be in Sydney Rolls of materials would be supplied for Sewing, along with detailed pattern to follow. Price to be discussed per quantity. Looking forward to those interested.

Great conversation

Outsourcing bag sewing — 10–20 pieces.

$30

Petersham NSW 2049, Australia

11th Sep 2025

Hi! I run a small business and am looking to outsource sewing for a limited run of 10–15 bags. Bags will be cut and reading for sewing. X3 different patterns, approx. 5 of each pattern. Happy to discuss and agree on pricing together. Bib Bag (Blue Crossbody Tote) Crossbody tote style No zippers Calico lining Main fabric: viscose blend suiting Blue bias tape along the outer hem Garcia Bag (Crescent Moon Shape) Crescent-shaped design Top zipper closure + internal zipper pocket Adjustable strap with lobster hook Calico lining Bias tape finishing inside Outer fabric: varies (cotton or viscose)

Teach me to use my singer treadle sewing machine.

$100

Morley WA, Australia

11th Sep 2025

I have purchased and restored a vintage treadle singer sewing machine. I keep breaking the thread and accidentally sewing backwards through. I am looking for someone to teach me how to use it properly.

Decorative sewing help

$5

Sydney NSW, Australia

10th Sep 2025

Need 100 small lavender pillows sewn with decorative border. I will supply the pillows, filled and edges sewn up. Just need you to sew around the edges with a decorative stitch like the one below. I can also supply the cotton thread. The type of decorative stitch I am after is 702 on the image attached. Size of the pillow is 17 x 23cm. Need 1 example created first, before we proceed.

Seamstress to hem a dress

$35

Cooloola Cove QLD, Australia

10th Sep 2025

I have a beautiful dress which needs hemming.

Experienced seamstress wanted

$250

Richmond VIC, Australia

9th Sep 2025

I need an experience seamstress or tailor to perform the following; - one mini skirt (take in at the waist, shortened) - One pair of pants hemmed at the bottom - One pair of silk pants (taken in at the waist, shortened) - fully tailored corset dress (bring in at the waist, short lace skirt) must have experience in working with corsets and tailoring lace

Sewing/hemming large piece of fabric

$100

Fisher ACT, Australia

27th Aug 2025

Hemming a large piece of satin fabric that will be used to drape over a four poster bed as a canopy. Fabric is 1.5m x 6.5m. The hem needs to be a rolled hem or similar as the inside of the fabric will also be showing. See picture for example of how fabric will drape over the bed frame. Pictures of fabric also provided.

Katherine was terrific to deal with. She was great at communicating how we could get the result I was after, giving me confidence at every stage. Katherine shared photos of different ways the fabric could be finished and clearly explained the options - this was very useful as I know next to nothing about sewing! Overall it was a positive experience and beautiful result.

Sew my couch repairs

$40

Brunswick VIC, Australia

27th Aug 2025

I have a slit in my couch that needs stitching back together

Great. Punctual. Did an amazing job fixing my couch!

Sewing pillows

$80

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

26th Aug 2025

Hi I have some material I bought that I want made into cushions - can drop material to you. Maybe 2-3 regular cushions.

Amazing work. Highly recommend

Sewing bed sheets

$50

Cronulla NSW 2230, Australia

20th Aug 2025

Recently bought 6 flat bed sheets to cover walls in my garage, need them to be sewn up to create a pocket to hang them on a curtain rod offer is for the 6 of them.

Dropped my Project in the Evening, been ready the next morning ! Amazing professional work! Would recommend 100% !!! Thanks Amber.

Get your Sew on! Take up a pair of sheer curtains .

$50

Bundoora VIC, Australia

15th Aug 2025

Take up a pair of sheer curtains 700cm each in width. From 280cm height to approx 240cm. Creating a new hem by folding over excess. Stock image from purchased site attached - Due date: Flexible

Anastasiia stayed in frequent contact and did a great job with my curtains!!

Sew pockets onto pants

$40

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

10th Aug 2025

Reaching out to anyone who can sew 2 pockets onto the front (both left and right side) of these cotton pants. No rush for timing, can be done whenever. Happy to drop off & pick up

Great communication & an amazing job at adding pockets into my pants! Very happy with the outcome

Sew fur trim onto skirt & top

$100

Ormeau QLD, Australia

6th Aug 2025

I need a bodycon dress converted into mini skirt with a fur trim. Top is a swimwear that fur has already been glued on just needs to be sewn. I can explain more and show pictures just wasn’t able to upload here.

Was so amazing to work with so kind and lovely. The work was immaculate

Sewing Flags Together

$30

Woolloongabba QLD, Australia

4th Aug 2025

Need 9 small flags sewn together to become 1 larger flag - must be Brisbane based sewer. I can drop them to you

Great communication, meet the date I needed it by.

Sew a dress

$50

Arncliffe NSW, Australia

26th Jul 2025

I am making a dress with the intention of painting it for an art project. I have a pattern and have been cutting out the cotton/linen blend fabric. I am looking for someone to assemble the pieces for me.

Robyn was exceptionally helpful, knowledgeable, and efficient. Her communication was clear and supportive. She took the time to understand my project, provided practical advice, and ensured a high-quality outcome. I will definitely collaborate with Robyn again.

Sewing four hems on two curtains

$60

Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia

20th Jul 2025

I have two curtains 2800mm in length that I need a hem put on the sides. I can drop them off and pick up. Would ideally like them done tomorrow late morning if possible.

Great work, very communicative and very friendly and efficient. Highly recommend

Need zipper replaced

$70

Hornsby NSW, Australia

17th Jul 2025

Replace zipper in motorcycle textile jacket, can deliver tomorrow night need by end of Saturday can pick up(live in Hornsby). Thank you Cam

Wow, she is so fast and friendly she fixed my motorbike jacket and it was ready the next morning. I’m very happy.