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"Great to work with Adriana! She has an incredible amount of skill and knowledge and was extremely helpful throughout th..."
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"Raven did an excellent job on my gloves that I had ordered and not realised the thumbs were covered, I needed them open ..."
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"Cheyanne was great to work with, very communicative when attending inspections!"
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"Monique was outstanding, she’s wonderful and wrapping up a whole lot of Christmas presents for me, she’s very organised ..."
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"In life things need to be easy This was soooooo easy Love Carolinas work and now she gets ongoing business for makin..."
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"Shubha was collaborative and transparent to ensure the project was completed to meet our expectations. Thanks Shubha :) "
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Recent Seamstress reviews in Inner South Melbourne
Shubha is a really nice person and does quality work. Highly recommended :)
Sew custom evening wear
$200
Perfect communication. Tells me what is happening and shows me what she has done to confirm. Made good suggestions based on her experience. Good experience will hire again 👍😊
Sewing wash labels on scarf
$180
Perfect good job . Thanks!
Sew patches onto jumpers
$150
Dee is nice person, happy to discuss with her!
Sewing needed
$5
Modestly efficient. Did a fantastic job. Very neat and practical.
Measure,quote and sew a tarpaulin for outdoor swing roof only
$100
Very helpful and polite, will definitely be using their skills again!
Seamstressing for 3 basic tops
$60
What's the average cost of a seamstress in Inner South Melbourne
$66 - $180
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$66
median
$105
high
$180
Average reviews for Seamstress Services in Inner South Melbourne
based on 49 reviews
4.94
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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!
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Recent Seamstress tasks in Inner South Melbourne
Sewing 5 badges on a scout shirt
$15
Brighton East VIC 3187, Australia
12th Aug 2026
I need 5 badges sewn on to a scout shirt. Would suit someone with a sewing machine.
Seamstress to duplicate sweater
$300
Caulfield North, Victoria
2nd Aug 2026
I'm looking for an experienced seamstress, tailor, or garment maker to create an exact copy of one of my favourite sweaters. I will provide the original sweater for reference. I'd like the new sweater to be a smaller version of the original in terms of: - Fit and sizing - Fabric (or the closest available match) - Colour (if possible) - Stitching and construction details - Overall look and feel Please let me know: Your experience with custom garment reproduction Whether you can source matching fabric or if I'll need to provide it An estimated turnaround time A quote for the work (including fabric if applicable) The original sweater will need to be returned in the same condition after the project is complete. I'm happy to discuss the details and answer any questions before assigning the task.
Dressmaker/Seamstress
$200
Chelsea VIC 3196, Australia
22nd Jul 2026
Sew 10 pairs of shorts + 10 pairs of faux fur leg warmers for Book Week (Care Bears group costume) We will supply material
Someone to sew a few holes up on my bedsheets
$100
Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
20th Jul 2026
Dog has chewed a few holes in my nice bedsheets that I need sewn up. I have extra material that can be used to close the holes up
Sew reinforcement into seat of two business trousers
$10
Caulfield North VIC 3161, Australia
12th Jul 2026
I'm looking for an experienced seamstress or tailor to reinforce the seat of a two pairs of dress trousers. The fabric is quite thin, and I'd like an additional layer of lightweight, durable fabric sewn inside the seat area to help prevent wear and extend the life of the trousers. I'd like the reinforcement to be as discreet as possible, with no visible stitching or change to the outside appearance. I'm looking for someone with experience altering quality garments and who can recommend a suitable reinforcement fabric if needed. Please let me know: Your experience with similar work. Whether you can supply the reinforcement fabric or if I should provide it. Your turnaround time. Happy to drop the trousers off if you're nearby and discuss payment.
Dressmaker/seamstress
$500
Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
8th Jul 2026
I’m looking for an experienced dressmaker to make 10 garments for me (pair of capri length pants, no buttons, no zips) $50 each. I have the fabric.
Great to work with Adriana! She has an incredible amount of skill and knowledge and was extremely helpful throughout the process. She completed 10 items for me in under a week, which exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend working with her!
Need seamstress/tailor to hem 2 fabric sheets
$100
Malvern VIC, Australia
21st May 2026
Looking for an experienced seamstress/tailor to sew and finish two fabric sheets. I already have the fabric and tassel trim, just need the sewing completed. Sheet 1: * Approx. 105cm x 105cm * Hemmed on 3 sides * Casing/tunnel sewn on 1 side Sheet 2: * Approx. 160cm x 85cm * Hemmed on both short sides * Casing/tunnel sewn on 1 long side * Layered tassel trim attached on the other long side Requirements: * Neat, professional finish * Pickup and delivery required from/to Malvern * You will need to use your own sewing equipment/materials required for hemming Please message with your experience, turnaround time and quote.
Replace the cotton spool holder on my Elna sewing machine
$50
Carnegie VIC, Australia
6th May 2026
Both of the metal holders for the cotton spool on my Elna sewing machine have been broken and lost.
Sewing teacher needed for beginner
$80
Elsternwick VIC, Australia
9th Apr 2026
I am looking for a patient and skilled sewing person for my 10-year-old daughter. She is a massive fan of fashion and has always dreamed of turning her ideas into wearable art! She has her own sewing machine, and the goal is to help her master the basics so she can eventually design, create, and fix her own clothes independently. She is a very fast learner, a great listener, and highly motivated, so she will be a fantastic student for the right person. Details: Frequency: 1 to 2 hours per week. Schedule: Flexible on the days, but sessions must be outside of school hours (afternoons or weekends). Requirements: Must have an ABN for payment purposes. If you are passionate about sewing and enjoy teaching young creatives, you might be the right fit :)
Sewing machine repair
$80
Brighton East VIC, Australia
8th Apr 2026
Need help fixing my daughter’s sewing machine and ideally providing a sewing machine service. The bobbin winder won’t spin anymore
Clothing repair
$50
Ormond VIC, Australia
2nd Apr 2026
I need my t shirt repaired. The backing material has come off. I have been told it cannot be sowed back on but i doubt that
Dressmaking
$300
Glen Iris VIC, Australia
26th Mar 2026
Hi, I am hoping to have a long winter cloak sewn, I can (potentially) provide a pattern but am also open to discussing a design also. Many thanks Warm regards Vicki
Sew in zips
$280
Highett VIC, Australia
23rd Mar 2026
I am looking for someone to be able to resew zips in to the couch cushions all 4 cushions. , will need you to supply zips which obviously I will pay for.
Seamstress
$10
Bentleigh East VIC, Australia
22nd Mar 2026
I have a large piece of fabric and need it cut into specific sizes and finished as tablecloths — just simple cutting and basic hemming around the edges. around 15 tablecloths 3x5 meters I would need this done by Thursday, March 26. Please give me a quote
Dressmaker
$80
Cheltenham VIC, Australia
10th Mar 2026
Have a top that is too big and needs taken in
Portable sewing
$150
Caulfield South, Victoria
3rd Feb 2026
I have a home golf simulator and the screen is sagging. I need someone who has a handheld portable sewing machine that can stitch the screen in place. It will require climbing a ladder in some places.
Seamstress to make a 70's outfit
$200
Brighton VIC, Australia
29th Jan 2026
Hello I need to get a costume made for a fancy dress on Friday 6 Feb using this Cher image / outfit as inspiration. Looking for a seamstress who is prepared to take this on and turn it around in a week. Not looking for a super high end finish - just something that fits and sits well.
Monogram embroidery
$20
Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
6th Jan 2026
provide their own embroidery machine and ability to monogram
Clothing alterations/ sewing job
$150
Brighton VIC, Australia
30th Dec 2025
Hello :) I am looking for someone who can potentially help with some clothing alterations bits & pieces that I need doing. I have a few things that I am hoping to get sorted this week if possible, approx 5 or 6 items including examples such as pants to be taken up/ hemmed, a button to be sewn back on a cardigan. I am located in Brighton (Bayside, 3186), but I can drop off/ pick up locally or you can pick up from here, whatever suits best :) Thank you so much! Tess
Hem/ sew several pairs of trousers
$100
Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia
12th Dec 2025
Take up / hem and sew 5 pairs of work trousers, 2 casual trousers and 2 long skirts. Price negotiable.



