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"Erica did a wonderful fast job at sewing on my sons Scouts badges. "
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"Professional service. Measurements for wedding suits. Thank you very much "
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"Julie lives helping, has an efficiency and helpfulness to help people and is very friendly and sticks to instructions th..."
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"Very happy with my covered padded therapy roller! Chika was happy to give it a go and really came through with the goods..."
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"Great communication and did a fantastic job hemming my curtain! Would see again for future jobs. "
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"Annette was sensational! Prompt service with a smile! "
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"Thank you Amira - you do wonderful work. "
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Recent Seamstress reviews in East Melbourne
Wow, Fatemeh did such a great job.😊
Blanket binding needs to be sewn back on
$50
Srey is by far the most professional, pleasant and capable airtasker I've ever used. I can't recommend her enough.
Sewing Cushion Covers and small curtains
$250
Awesome tradesmanship, highly recommend!
I need my zipper repaired
$50
Thanks Fatemah, very happy Stephen
Sewing scout badges on boys shirt
$20
Perfect execution of what I needed. Speedy response time. Professional service great result Thank you Zeena
Sew tape on curtains
$40
Giovanna did a great job and is highly skilled in her trade.
Face masks sewn together
$100
What's the average cost of a seamstress in East Melbourne
$35 - $125
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$35
median
$60
high
$125
Average reviews for Seamstress Services in East Melbourne
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5
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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. Â
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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.
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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!Â
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Recent Seamstress tasks in East Melbourne
Sewing of Scout Badges
$40
Ashburton VIC, Australia
11th Apr 2024
I need someone to sew on some Scout badges. It should only take about 5-10 minutes but they need to be located on the shirt in a certain way.
Sew mens shirt. Copy shirt
$130
Box Hill North VIC, Australia
26th Mar 2024
Need an exact copy shirt made of this mens black cotton shirt. You can use old shirt to measure new shirt, or take sleeve and collar. Main part of shirt is not usuable it is damaged. Cotton can be supplied.
Seamstress to replicate women’s pants
$80
Mont Albert North VIC, Australia
17th Mar 2024
I have a pair of women’s wide leg pants that I would like to replicate in a cotton/linen fabric (I will provide materials - except the zip). Happy with back or side zip. Size is 12-14, wide leg style. Pictures of the pants to replicate attached. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Help with sewing
$50
Surrey Hills VIC, Australia
14th Mar 2024
***Seeking someone with sewing experience*** 2 dresses needed to be hemmed Dresses taken up by 2.5 cm lining taken up by 2cm needs to be done by end of Saturday 16/3 at latest
Help me thread a Tajima embroidery machine
$110
Doncaster East VIC, Australia
4th Mar 2024
I have a used embroidery machine TAJIMA TFHX-IIC1506 which I need help getting operational. I have the threads and oil - just need your guidance on how to thread and get the machine started. If you have experience with this, let's spend half a day threading together over coffee and chat :)
Dressmaker for my daughter’s quincenera
$5
Burwood VIC, Australia
18th Feb 2024
Needing someone who can help design and/or out together my daughter’s quincenera dress. Can accomodate range of skill levels by working with a designer if need be
Dressmaker: pattern developed and sewn
$150
Doncaster VIC, Australia
15th Feb 2024
Looking to have a figure skating dress made for my daughter. We have a picture of what we would like but now we need someone to turn this into a pattern, purchase the materials and then sew the dress together . Need to have this done in person as you will need to take measurements etc Naturally we will need to work together in getting the materials etc correct along with the design.
Seamstress
$200
Camberwell VIC, Australia
22nd Jan 2024
I need a sample of long johns made with material supplied by me - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 7 February 2024
Dressmaker
$1,500
Kew VIC, Australia
22nd Jan 2024
I have a design in mind for a formal event and am looking for someone to make it for me by October 2024 - Due date: Before Friday, 19 July 2024
Sewing simple
$85
Camberwell VIC, Australia
29th Dec 2023
Sew together 3 x2 squares of fabric for baby’s blankets approx 1 metre x 1 metre and sew on ribbon trim around. - Due date: Before Saturday, 6 January 2024
Sew on steering wheel
$60
Blackburn VIC, Australia
27th Dec 2023
Sew on steering wheel cover to steering wheel in a toyta Corolla - Due date: Flexible
Sew tear in couch (fabric repair)
$150
Burwood VIC 3125, Australia
7th Nov 2023
Sew small tear in couch. Due date: Flexible. Needs to be a high quality job, with barely noticeable stitching. Thank you, Devan - Due date: Flexible
Fantastic quality work - Lovely person - Thank you Julie!
Sew pockets in pants and minor alterations
$40
Hawthorn VIC, Australia
30th Oct 2023
Need to sew side pockets in the pant and minor alteration in top - Due date: Before Friday, 3 November 2023
Zipper repair on seat cover of lounge suite
$50
Hawthorn VIC, Australia
14th Oct 2023
Have a large sofa seat cover that has a broken zip and small tear where the zip ends. Need to fix the zip please and the tear! - Due date: Flexible
Chikako was so easy to work with. She was able to turn my task around faster than anticipated and was lovely in all her communications. Highly recommend working with Chikako.
Sewing a simple bodysuit
$50
Bulleen VIC, Australia
10th Oct 2023
I have bought a pattern and material. I will cut both and just need the sewing done. The final layer of fabric is sequinned and will need a stronger needle that I don’t have. Please message for more info! - Due date: Before Friday, 20 October 2023
Sew two nighties
$50
Elgar Ward VIC, Australia
5th Oct 2023
Sew two petal back nighties & petal back jumper - Due date: Flexible
Dressmaking
$250
Camberwell VIC, Australia
20th Sep 2023
I would like a few dresses made . I would like to copy an existing dress that I have. I would provide material. - Due date: Flexible
Dressmaker
$400
Kew VIC 3101, Australia
29th Aug 2023
Looking at obtaining quotes to have this two piece crepe/ lined corset and skit made. Approx size 8 women, measurements to be confirmed. - Due date: Flexible
Sewing 3 sides of a cot sized doona
$30
Canterbury VIC 3126, Australia
15th Aug 2023
I am making a doona for my niece. Cot size - 120cm x 100 cm. I need 3 sides of calico sewn together, and I will hand-stitch the last hem after I insert the filling. I have cut out the pieces with 2cm extra for each hem. Happy to come to your home if not far from Camberwell area. - Due date: Before Tuesday, 22 August 2023
Great communication and helpful as well as quality work. I would definitely go to Monique for any sewing services in the future.
Experienced seamstress for garments and bras
$25
Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia
23rd Jul 2023
Bra revisions, garments that need to be made. Can work well with stretch fabrics. Can follow patterns. At east 3 years of commercial sewing experience necessary. - Due date: Flexible