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Recent Seamstress reviews in Sydney

Robyn was so helpful and great at her job, I highly recommend her!

Sew on labels to garments

$180

Elena was absolutely wonderful. Fantastic work and just lovely :)

Help sewing using an overlocker

$18

Eva was great! She taught me how to use my showing machine, and helped me make a skirt out of some pants. She was patient, kind and super knowledgeable! Highly recommend hiring Eva, for any sewing related things! She was a pleasure to work with.

Teach my how to use my sewing machine

$100

Excellent work done quickly! Thx

Sew in clothing labels

$60

Wonderful to work with :) thank you!

Help sewing using an overlocker

$18

What an easy and lovely experience with Eva. Beautiful work. Highly recommend 😊

Simple dress sewn

$125

What's the average cost of a seamstress in Sydney

$50 - $200

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$50

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$105

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$200

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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 in Sydney

Sewing machine repairs

$20

Dulwich Hill NSW 2203, Australia

24th Jun 2026

We are a disability service running a remake program in need of minor sewing machine repairs and service for our 3 sewing machines.

Sewing alterations

$50

Petersham NSW 2049, Australia

22nd Jun 2026

2x king pillowcases shortened to standard with overlocker

Sewing lessons

$35

Rosebery, New South Wales

19th Jun 2026

Hi! I’m wanting to learn to sew so I’m looking for someone who could give me lessons ☺️ I’m a complete beginner and I don’t yet own a sewing machine

Sewing/altering 2 tops

$30

Sydney NSW, Australia

15th Jun 2026

Hey :) I just need someone to sew up a t-shirt that I cut to be off the shoulder, and to fix a fastening on another top

Urgent alterations / sewing

$100

Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

15th Jun 2026

Hi - I need a couple sheets of drop sheets to be cut into squares with dimensions ready. Doesn’t need to be a perfect job. Can travel to drop materials within reason

I need a banner sewn

$40

Sydney Central Business District NSW, Australia

12th Jun 2026

I am making a banner out of two large pieces of fabric, the top layer has word cut out of it so the bottom layer colour forms the word. I need the word outlined so it stays legible when hanging.

Looking for a Dressmaker to Alter a Dress

$150

Zetland NSW, Australia

11th Jun 2026

I need an experienced dressmaker or tailor to alter this dress. The dress is too short, so I would like the entire lower pleated section removed and replaced with a new longer section that matches the original style and colour. I do not want fabric added to the bottom as an extension

Sewing machine repair for DSP/welfare clientnt.

$60

Surry Hills NSW, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Needs service. Elna 2000 sewing machine

To repair my sewing machine

$150

Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia

30th May 2026

The machine doesn’t sew any clothes, the needle isn’t working, the bobbin isn’t spinning the whole machine is a lemon.

Embroidery Service

$2,000

Sydney NSW, Australia

28th May 2026

I require embroidery of a simple company logo (front) and a weblink (back) of some tops and jumpers. Approximately 165 units. A mix of materials such as classic crew neck shirts, puffer jackets, polo shirts and cardigans. All from Uniqlo

Sew lining on canvas banner industrial strength

$300

Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia

25th May 2026

Need reinforcement on the back of a 6m x 3m canvas banner, to be hung outside

Sew adult disability onesie

$100

Sydney NSW, Australia

20th May 2026

I have material and pinned out pattern and want to have someone sew it with as much seamless as possible due to sensory issues. I can bring fabric and instructions anywhere in Sydney tomorrow, need it completed same day. No zips or fastenings. Simple sleeveless design. May take 1-2 hours.

Claire was enthusiastic and friendly, a pleasure to work with. She went above and beyond the task, highly recommended.

Costume Maker for a Tick Costume

$500

Sydney NSW, Australia

19th May 2026

Requiring 6 x Tick Costumes for a PR stunt. People in tick costumes will be getting tackled by footy players outside in a park, so they will need to be sturdy enough to last the whole day. $500 per costume, delivery to Pyrmont.

Seamstress needed to take dress measurements

$25

Camperdown, New South Wales

19th May 2026

I just need my measurements to be taken by someone with dressmaking experience, the actual dress is being made in another state by a family member.

Seamstress

$2,000

Waterloo, New South Wales

14th May 2026

Ongoing work for multiple client inquiries I am willing to hire multiple people, trying to create a team able to maufacture, produce or alter garments in order according to client requests. Attached is the latest inquiry, looking to make qty 50 of these style 'ivory/cream collared rugby jersey' materials are up for change. More interested in the cut/style. Please see attached details. We will handle the print and embroidery as we have a custom production studio based in alexandria. Lets start with a sample cost - thank you for your time on this.

In-Studio Seamstress & Pattern Maker (Creative & Experimental)

$1,000

Waterloo, New South Wales

14th May 2026

We are looking for a highly skilled, versatile Seamstress / Tailor with Pattern Making capabilities to join our studio team. This isn't your average alterations gig—we are looking for a technical partner to help us bring experimental concepts to life. If you love the challenge of "how do we make this work?" and have the technical foundation to back it up, this role is for you. The Creative Scope: Technical Construction: High-level sewing and garment construction for production-ready pieces. Pattern Making: Drafting, grading, and manipulating patterns from sketches or draped concepts. Experimental Development: Collaborating on "first-run" samples and troubleshooting construction issues for non-traditional designs. Fit & Finish: Performing precision tailoring and ensuring every garment meets our high-spec aesthetic. Growth & Opportunity: This is a fluid, experimental role. You won't just be executing someone else's vision; you’ll be an integral part of the design-to-production pipeline. For the right person, this role has the potential to evolve into Lead Technical Designer or Head of Production. Requirements: Advanced Technical Skills: Must be proficient with industrial machines (overlockers, straight stitch, etc.) and various fabric types. Pattern Mastery: Ability to create accurate patterns from scratch and adjust existing ones. Creative Problem Solver: You enjoy "hacking" a design to make it more functional or visually striking. Portfolio/Samples: You must be able to demonstrate previous garment construction or pattern work.

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!!

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 😻

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.

Seeking an experienced sewer to produce a custom satin flag.

$200

Erskineville NSW 2043, Australia

28th Jan 2026

Finished size: 1000 mm × 1500 mm Pink satin base (no lining) Purple heart applied on both sides, aligned back-to-back Heart to be drafted, cut, and applied by the sewer (classic heart shape, approx 500 mm tall) Pole sleeve on one edge to suit a 15 mm pole with reinforced buttonhole to attach to pole Clean hems and appropriate reinforcement on leading edges I will supply all materials I can drop off materials and collect the finished item within easy travel distance of Newtown

Indria was great completing a fairly simple but custom job remotely - much appreciated