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Seamstress required to shorten length of 3 S fold sheer curtains

$150

Outstanding, professional work on my sheer curtains. Very talented! Thank you

Sheer Curtain Sewing

$300

Thank you for the great job! Very prompt and lovely to deal with :)

Very simple sewing job

$200

Adriana was so quick to make my pants. Great communication. Will definitely use again and share with my friends

Dress maker

$100

Excellent work and professional.

Cut and sew silk Bedspread

$350

Judith did any amazing sewing task for me. Just so pleased! I’m looking for more things to have her work on for me. Very great at communicating and super pleasant kind and accommodating! Could not recommend highly enough Look no further

Sew - straight x2 sides of flat fabric

$60

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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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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 

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Recent Seamstress tasks

Sewing men’s trouser hems

$30

Maryland NSW, Australia

10th May 2026

Father’s trousers - hems need shortening

Experienced sewist/tailor required

$20

Ripley QLD 4306, Australia

9th May 2026

We are aiming to run a small business , which includes customised denim jackets mainly. We will provide the designs as per request. The jackets are already stitched , and the help is more with modifications / personalised embroidery/stitching required with the denim. We can start with $20 per Jacket Material will be provided. This is just the base rate, we are looking more so for a partner who can Indulge in this permanently. Any fashion designing students are also welcome Kindly let us know if you have any doubts/clarifications required

Sew midi skirt

$100

West End QLD, Australia

9th May 2026

need simple midi skirt sewn from pattern, simple design double layer drawstring waist no pockets/zips i will provide fabric inner brisbane please

Tailor/seamstress to hem rubber backed studio curtains

$150

South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

9th May 2026

Looking for an experienced tailor/seamstress to finish some simple hemming work for me. Hemming 4-5 rubber backed studio curtains 14cm without cutting. I have a couple of finished examples I can show for reference. Colour matched thread supplied (I actually have way too much if you'd also like some brand new spools of charcoal thread). Need done asap.

Fix my sewing machine

$100

Forestville NSW 2087, Australia

9th May 2026

I have two Janome sewing machines - both apparently need a service

Sewing - hemming dress 👗

$40

Shepparton - Mooroopna VIC, Australia

8th May 2026

Needing a very light cotton dress collar reattached

I have a shearling leather jacket and need the zipper replaced

$50

Clifton Springs VIC 3222, Australia

8th May 2026

mens large Victoria Mouton shearling jacket needs zipper replacement metak zipper

In-Home Sewing Tutor & Seamstress (Alterations + Teaching)

$150

Southbank VIC, Australia

8th May 2026

Hi! I am looking for a skilled, patient seamstress or tailor to come to my home for a 2.5 to 3-hour session. I have my own sewing machine and a pile of clothes that need altering. I know the basics of sewing, but I need professional help to get my confidence up. Here is what we will do together: * Do It For Me: There are a few precious, important pieces of clothing that I am too scared to ruin. I would love for you to alter these while I watch and learn your techniques. * Teach Me: For the rest of the session, I want you to hold my hand and guide me while I alter the easier pieces on my own machine. Basically, I need you to train me and build my confidence! Requirements: * Must have real experience with clothing alterations. * Patient, encouraging, and good at explaining things. * Happy to travel to my house and use my machine. If this sounds like a fun project for you, let me know! I am looking to get this done soon.

Patches Sewn

$50

Hackett ACT 2602, Australia

20th Apr 2026

Rebooking task between Madelaine and Faiqa

Extremely helpful for a a tricky task at last minute. Her work is always fantastic and she communicates well.

Sew Clips onto a weft to turn into clip ins

$30

Rosebery NSW, Australia

20th Apr 2026

I have a Weft hair extensions that I need turned into clip ins. I have clips ready, they just need to be sewed on

Lovely girl, did an amazing job, very happy!!

Seamstress for copying some traditional Greek dresses

$200

Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia

16th Apr 2026

Hi there, I’m looking for an experienced seamstress or dressmaker to replicate a traditional Greek dress. I have an original garment available to use as a reference/template. The dress is a long, pleated style with an inner lining, so experience with pleating and structured garments is highly preferred. This project is for a not-for-profit cultural dance group, so we are mindful of cost. We’re looking to start with one piece as a test run, ideally completed as soon as possible. If the quality and pricing are right, we would then proceed with a series of dresses in various sizes to be completed by early June. Details: Strong attention to detail required Ability to closely match the original design and fit Open to discussing whether you or we source the fabrics Please reach out with examples of previous work and an indication of pricing. Thanks in advance!

Asa was very easy to work with, easy to communicate and organise a time to meet and completed the dress required well ahead of time. Definitely recommended. Thank you

Looking for private sewing lessons!

$50

Darlinghurst NSW, Australia

12th Apr 2026

I’m looking for someone who can take the time to help me learn how to sew. I know a few of the basics… but I really want to nail them. Ideally someone who’s available the same day and time each week! I’d love to learn how to sew scrunchies, underwear, make up bags etc and rolled hem.. as well as doing it straight! I have an Elna machine

Thank you so much for my sewing lesson! I had so much fun! My first scrunchie 😻

Sew Velcro Border onto Blackout Fabric (2 Panels) – Example Provided

$50

Tarneit VIC, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

Hi there, I’m looking for someone with a sewing machine to make up 2 blackout window covers. I’ve attached a photo of an existing one I already have — I’d like the same style made for my lounge windows. Basically just copying the one in the photo. Details: - 2 x panels - Each approx. 815mm (W) x 1115mm (H) - Blackout fabric with Velcro sewn around all edges What I need: - Cut fabric to size - Sew Velcro (loop side) neatly around all edges - Strong, clean stitching Materials: - I can supply fabric + Velcro OR - Happy for you to include materials in your quote Budget: - Simple sewing job — looking for a reasonable price Location: -Tarneit, VIC Notes: - I will install it myself - Doesn’t need to be fancy, just neat and effective - Main goal is to block out light completely Thanks!

Very happy with Lill. She understood the requirements and delivered the finished product with flawless workmanship. Recommended to all. A+

Teach a child and parent how to use a sewing machine 13th,17th April

$240

Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

25th Mar 2026

Description: Looking for someone patient and experienced with sewing to teach one child and her father how to use a sewing machine during the school holidays. Details: Dates: Monday 13 April and Friday 17 April Time: 3 hours each day Students: 1 child and 1 adult Sewing machine model: Brother FS60X Rate: $40 per hour Total : $240 We are looking for someone who can come in person and give them a fun, beginner-friendly introduction to using the sewing machine safely and confidently. The sessions would ideally cover: basic machine setup safety and how to use it properly threading and simple stitches helping them complete a simple beginner project if possible Please get in touch if you have experience teaching beginners or children, and are confident using sewing machines.

Samantha is organised, detail-oriented, and very easy to work with.She communicates clearly, puts strong effort into her work, and is always attentive and prepared. She is also a genuinely great person to work with. We really enjoyed working with her and look forward to continuing.

Seamstress/Tailor for hemming curtains

$50

Cairns QLD, Australia

24th Mar 2026

Seamstress/Tailor to hem 12 curtains to length, 6sheer, 6 rubber-backed. I had used the iron on hemming tape but its not holding (or toddler-proof).

Lisa is quick, efficient, and takes pride in her work. She communicates well and will apprise you of issues and offer practical solutions as soon as she is aware of any. I am grateful to have had Lisa as my Airtasker and if I have any works in the future I will happily use her services again.

TEDDY REPAIR / SEWING

$80

Rosanna VIC, Australia

23rd Mar 2026

Our sons Jelly Cat teddy needs repairs See photos Happy to deliver for repairs

Very happy with my repairs!

Sew hem on linen fabric 5m x1.4m.

$50

Gaythorne QLD 4051, Australia

22nd Mar 2026

I have some linen fabric and I need a hem sewn around the edge. It’s 5m x 1.5m roughly.

So great, thank you so much!

Sewing fabric

$50

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

18th Mar 2026

Swing two pieces of fabric together and edge the outside edges - 2x40cmx250cm

Clear and friendly communication, quick turnaround - completed work as requested

Sewing machine tutorial

$100

Bradbury NSW 2560, Australia

10th Mar 2026

I need someone to come to my place to give me a half hour set up tutorial of a brother sewing machine model number Lx27NT. I've tried several times and just can't wrap my head around the instructions so I think to be physically shown would be of benefit.

Jade was fantastic wouldn't hesitate to recommend her services .very happy with out come

Seamstress needed

$200

Clyde North VIC, Australia

6th Mar 2026

Hi! I’m looking for a seamstress or clothing maker who can help create two custom tops by combining a flannel shirt and a graphic t-shirt. I’ve inserted photos of the inspo. I’ve already purchased the shirts, and they are currently coming in the mail. I’m mainly looking for someone experienced who can confirm the designs are possible and give a quote to complete them. Top 1: Use a flannel shirt for the sleeves and sides Use the graphic t-shirt for the centre/front panel Top 2: Mostly a flannel shirt Replace the back panel of the flannel with the graphic t-shirt design The goal is to keep the graphic visible while combining it with the flannel. Both the sizes should be a 3xl. I’m happy to: Drop the shirts off locally or post them if needed Looking for: Someone experienced with clothing alterations or garment construction Advice on whether the designs are feasible A quote for making both tops Location: Clyde north, but flexible if posting is easier. As mentioned, the shirts should be here next week and I want this completed before April 4th. Thanks!

Katherine was amazing, she did an incredible job at making my vision come to life. She was very professional and very communicative throughout the whole process and was amenable to complete the task from a different state. Would highly recommend her and her work! Thank you again Katherine!!