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"Chika did such a great job making some outdoor bench cushion covers for me. Very fast, great communication and quality f..."
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"Amanda was fantastic, she’s got an amazing eye for detail and style "
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"Annastasiia has been delightful to deal with and has made exceptional sofa covers for me twice. Great communication, gre..."
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"Cushions were not straight edged. Communication was reasonable. Overall, yes, I would use again with above understanding..."
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"Kushall really went out his way to help me with the job I needed done, his work was exceptional!! Thank you kushall!!"
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Recent Sewing reviews in Melbourne
Super quick, very efficient and communication was great. Thank you!! 10/10
Table cloth sewn
$30
Jennifer was professional, kind and did a fantastic job! The masks are even better than I hoped for! Will definitely use her service again.
Sew masks & hem two pairs of trousers
$85
Annette was fantastic and went above and beyond when completing this task. Highly recommended.
Clothing Label Sewing
$200
Julia went above and beyond with hemming my dresses for me prior to Christmas. Julia was efficient, timely and an excellent communicator. I highly recommend seeing services from Julia 😀
Sewing - Shortening some sleeve hems on 13 dresses
$70
Brilliant. Delivered on time and totally lovely to liaise with.
A need name labels sewn onto about 50 items of clothing.
$200
Perfect work! Such a lovely & easy experience.
SEWING ALTERATION NEEDED
$50
What's the average cost of a sewing alteration service in Melbourne
$50 - $150
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$50
median
$100
high
$150
Average reviews for Sewing Services in Melbourne
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4.88
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Sewing services include dressmaking, tailoring, and clothing alteration and repair. Our platform connects you with sewing experts for various items, such as prom dresses, trousers, jackets, and streetwear. Whether you need a jumpsuit made from scratch or a dress was taken up, you’ll find Taskers who can help. Here’s a list of sewing tasks you can get done through our platform.Â
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Hire a sewist who can create clothes for you based on a sketch, existing garment, or Pinterest inspiration. Bespoke dressmaking or tailoring lets you achieve the perfect fit and style. And you’re sure to have a one-of-a-kind garment you’ll love to wear for the years to come. Sewing experts can sew custom garments, including prom dresses, costumes, wedding dresses, and polo shirts.Â
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Clothing repairÂ
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Sewers can alter clothes in many ways, such as adjusting the length of trousers or tightening a skirt around the waist. Sewing experts can also add features to a garment, whether it’s adding nifty pockets to a dress or sewing patches onto sleeves.Â
Clothing alteration is a great way to customise or update a garment to a wearer’s preference. Find sewing alteration services near you today by putting up a task and telling us what you need to be done. Â
Upholstery and drapery sewing
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Recent Sewing tasks in Melbourne
Help sewing 2 x 50cm square cushion covers and 2 x tea towels
$250
Thornbury VIC, Australia
18th Dec 2025
I have some beautiful linen fabric I bought to make 50cm square cushion covers and tea towels for Christmas but my sewing machine has broken! Looking for someone with a sewing machine and sewing experience to help finish the job. I will supply: The fabric Zippers Thread 1 x completed cushion cover and 1 x tea towel to use as your pattern I will get the pillow inserts on my end.
2 sewing machines serviced.
$100
Port Melbourne VIC, Australia
18th Dec 2025
We have 2 sewing machines that need servicing as they are not sewing properly. 1) Janome Sewist 525S 2) Bernadette 740e
Industrial sewing machine-PIECE WORK-Sameday pay-Quality sewers pls
$25
Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia
17th Dec 2025
Sew on an industrial machine? JUKI and similar? If you have pics / site/ examples we do test of cushion sewing. ottoman slipcovers, chair slipcovers, cushions w/ zippers. Quality stitchers we do a test then piece work / or hourly. I prefer to call it hourly. ALL is negotiable. The rate here is a placeholder. we can discuss more Airtasker bookings after i see trial samples of your sewing. IMMEDIATE SAME DAY PAY IF YOURE A QUICK QUALITY STITCHER Pics / website / portfolio on your page required to move forward. Thank you. CC
Sewing mattress cover for campervan
$200
Melbourne VIC, Australia
17th Dec 2025
I need a sewer to make mattress covers for my campervan - 4 in total, 2 thin ones and 2 slightly larger. Sketch plan is attached and the measures are the following: - 1 cover 185cm long and 59cm wide; - 1 cover 185cm long and 55cm wide; - 2 covers 185cm long and 15cm wide. All should fit the depth of a foam mattress 10cm thick from Clarks. If you have the appropriate fabric in a colour that I like id be happy to pay for that, otherwise I can provide that too.
Fix my jacket (stitch sew alteration)
$70
Collingwood VIC, Australia
10th Dec 2025
There’s a hole perhaps from a cigarette and the end of the sleeves have frayed
Teach me the basics of sewing with your machine
$80
Melbourne VIC, Australia
8th Dec 2025
I want to learn how to use a sewing machine and do different stitches etc. Complete beginner. I am in Yarraville but happy to drive 20km radius
Sewing Men’s Pants
$40
Melbourne VIC, Australia
4th Dec 2025
6 pairs of track pants need to be shortened. Straight cut. No special cuff required.
Sew cloting labels
$50
Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
24th Nov 2025
sew clothing lables on various cloting items using sewing machine
Sew small seam in couch
$75
Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
23rd Nov 2025
One of the seams in my couch has come undone and needs to be re-stitched. It’s a small break (just under 2 inches) and should be a relatively easy fix, but I’d prefer to get it done properly than experiment myself.
Fixing sewing machine!
$30
Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia
22nd Nov 2025
hello! i believe there is a problem with the lower bobbin on my sewing machine. the brand is stirling. i havent tried ro use it for about 6 months but the last time i did the bottom thread was not sewn through at all. im a total beginner so anyone with knowledge would b cherished! thank you
Sew dress hem and take in waist
$25
Fitzroy North, Victoria
21st Nov 2025
Bought a new cotton fabric dress that needs to be taken up about 5cm and taken in at the upper waist around 5cm or consider alternative ideas e.g. add elastic to back or see in two skinny tie sides that sit at the back
Sewing - 2 bed cushions sewed and a zip. 189cm x 67cm , 189cm x 50cm.
$150
Brunswick VIC, Australia
19th Nov 2025
Sewing Task - I need two custom cushions made for campervan bed, I have cut down an old foam mattress and plan on putting the foam into two new custom cushions. The lengths are : 189cm x 67cm and 189cm x 50cm, attached with a zip. I will provide the fabric and zips, but I do not have a sewing machine. Thanks,
Perfect work. Would recommend Chika to everyone.
Sewing a dress ladies
$50
Carlton VIC 3053, Australia
13th Nov 2025
A ladies from check dress to be sewn
Labels sewn into tshirts
$750
Bayside VIC, Australia
12th Nov 2025
I have approx 500 t shirts that need neck labels + Size pip sewn into the collar of the t shirt - Happy to pay per unit price- Need done asap - On going work for the right person i can drop tshirts to you and collect
Great job and super Reliable - Met every expectation.
Sewer slip covers
$80
Elwood, Victoria, 3184 Australia
10th Nov 2025
Hi people I'm wanting a sewer that could make some fitted slip covers for these chairs, we found on hard rubbish, we would like to save them but can't afford upholstery and expensive fabrics, I would get the fabric that is suitable. If your up for the task then reach out. Kindly Lindsay
Sewing Consultant for Custom Product Alterations
$250
South Yarra VIC, Australia
14th Oct 2025
Seeking an experienced sewing expert for a 1-hour in-person consultation at your workshop or studio. I’d like to review several products and explore modification and customisation options, understand techniques, processes, and limitations, and see the equipment you use. Ideally, you also have capacity for small batch alterations or local contacts who can assist.
Fantastic will work with again. Very knowledgeable and gave thorough advice.
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
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
60 x napkins sewn - fabric provided
$200
Brunswick VIC, Australia
1st Jul 2025
I need 60 x napkins sewn. I will provide the fabric. Material is polyester viscose fabric in a tartan check. Measurements are 40cm x 40cm Location Brunswick Victoria
Amanda did an incredible job and he end result was exactly what we needed.



