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Thanks! Fabulous work!
I have fabric for 12 16” dinner napkins, that I need cut and sewn
$100
Amazing results on my car and very talented!
Install leather fabric to replace fabric in 4 doors of 2013 Honda Fit.
$200
Easy to work with him and also the communication is very effective, highly recommended!
Repair 20 Shoe Displayers of the Cycle Gear Store
$350
Very pleasant and professional! Thank you Marcus and Tatiana!
Mattress sewing
$50
Friendly, informative, fast, and went above and beyond. Highly recommend.
Replace Idle Solenoid
$150
Knew exactly what he was doing. Came out did a quick job. Really knows what he’s doing with the cars. Super helpful and kept it real all the way through. Communication is key and bro had it .
Console lid replacement interior
$75
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Why hire a local tailor nearby through Airtasker?
Tailoring your clothes is a great investment. A well-fitting shirt or suit can spell the difference between drab or fab and give you the confidence boost that you need. But, going to a tailor shop or searching for tailors & alterations near your house can be time-consuming. And that’s before you go through measuring and fitting! But with Airtasker, finding and booking a tailor in your area takes only a few minutes.
When you request a tailor on our platform, you get to specify the location for your appointment. No need to go to a shop after work or on the weekend! Just have a Tasker drop by your home or office. You also get to specify the details of the task and your budget - this way, you avoid any overpriced fees, and you only pay for what you need.
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First, turn the pants inside-out and try them on. Use tailor’s chalk and pins to mark how much fabric you want to take in. Sew on top of the original seam then gradually turn the stitch towards your marks. Then, try on the jeans, cut the seam allowance, and zigzag the edges, so they don’t fray. If the jeans gape at the waistband, pinch the fabric, pin it into place, and stitch two darts on top of your back pockets.
It depends on what you want to be tailored. If you want to let the hems down or shorten the coat or sleeves, your tailor can usually do that for you. But, your local tailor can’t change anything around the shoulders. If a coat has gotten too tight around your shoulders, it’s best to trade it in for a new one.
If you're deciding on a coat style, check out this guide on double-breasted vs single-breasted coats to learn which style is best for you.
Tailors can’t:
Take more than 2 inches out of your jeans’ center seam
Make a garment one size larger or two sizes smaller
Adjust shoulder pads or structure in a jacket or coat
Change the button profile or lapels of a jacket
Let out the seams or hems of garments made from silk, linen, or cotton
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When you first meet with your tailor, you can ask to see their previous pieces. Then, you can ask if the proposed cut, style, and cloth will meet your aesthetic and practical needs. Don’t forget to ask your tailor for a timeline, especially if you’re preparing for a wedding. You’ll also want to make sure that there is enough time for fittings, and that your tailor knows whether you’re at a steady weight or are currently dieting.
Alterations can take anywhere from 3 days to a whole week, depending on how busy your tailor is. If you’re rushing to get ready for a special occasion (say, a wedding or an office party), consider booking tailoring near you through Airtasker to help you with events. While you might not be able to rush a highly-rated, in-demand tailor, you can spend time managing the other to-dos of your event.
You can get your pants hemmed at local tailoring shops, dry cleaners with alteration services, or by booking a tailor near you on Airtasker. Prices and turnaround times vary, so it’s best to compare options and read reviews before choosing a Tasker.
On average, tailoring costs can range from $2 to $250, depending on the materials, your location, the type of garment you have, and the service you need (such as hemming a pair of pants or adjusting the sleeves of a suit).
Get a more detailed breakdown of how much tailoring costs to set the right budget when hiring a Tasker.
Tailoring refers to creating or customizing clothing to fit a specific person by making significant adjustments or even making a garment from scratch. Alterations, on the other hand, involve minor adjustments to an existing piece of clothing to improve fit, such as taking in a dress or shortening sleeves.
Both services can help achieve a better fit, but tailoring is usually more extensive and customized. Learn more about the difference between alterations and tailoring to get the right service for your needs.
Expect to pay anywhere from $10 to $30 to have a pair of pants hemmed. However, prices can sometimes fall outside of this range depending on the different factors, such as your location and complexity of the task.
In general, clothing alterations can cost around $10 to $75. On Airtasker, you can book a tailor near you and specify the details of your task to get the best estimate from experts in your area.
Yes, some tailors offer same-day suit tailoring near you, but it depends on the complexity of the alterations and the Tasker's availability. Simple adjustments like hemming pants or taking in a jacket slightly may be completed within a few hours, while more complex alterations could take longer. To ensure availability, it’s best to check with local tailors on Airtasker and discuss your specific needs before booking a task.
If you need an idea on rates for suit tailoring, you can refer to this Suit Alterations Cost guide.
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What do tailoring services include?
This service covers tailoring, clothing alterations, and sometimes even repair for different kinds of garments. This includes men’s suits, women’s coats, trousers, wedding dresses, and even down jackets. In the case of made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring, your wardrobe will show off your personality and fit your lifestyle in a way that off-the-rack can’t match.
And when booking a tailor near you on our platform, you get some great added perks, such as picking a reviewed and rated tailor in your area, having a tailor go to your home or office, and working within your budget! Do note that some details may vary depending on the tailor you hire, so make sure that your task post is as detailed as possible.
Alteration tailor near you
Whether you need stitching near you or any alteration, Taskers can do most tailoring work and alter a garment to fit you better. If you plan to get an off-the-rack item and take it to clothing alterations near you, it’s best to choose a size that fits the widest point of your body. From there, your local tailor will take in or cinch the rest of the item. Tailors can also make sleeves or pant legs slimmer, adjust the straps and bust darts of a dress, shorten the sleeves of a shirt, add the lining, and add buttons or hook-and-eye clasps.
On the other hand, a tailor cannot make a garment bigger or longer. They also can’t fix a bad shoulder fit on a jacket or coat. Also, it is inadvisable to let out the stitches in fabrics like linen, cotton, and silk, since holes will show.
Clothing repair by local tailors
Most local tailors near you can also repair clothing. This can mean fixing a zipper, stopping a hem from fraying, repairing a rip, or reweaving a hole. When you book a clothing tailor near you to repair your item, they’ll tell you if the item can still be repaired, and what the risks (and cost) of the repair would be. They can also offer advice on how to better care for your clothing or avoid further damage, such as using a mesh bag in the laundry for your more delicate items or getting your clothes dry-cleaned instead.
Made-to-measure and bespoke tailoring services
Looking for a suit tailor near you to help with your formal wear? Tailoring or altering your off-the-rack garment is a fast and affordable way to make clothes fit you better. But if you want your wardrobe to fit you to a T, made-to-measure or bespoke tailoring is the way to go. While these services are offered at tailor shops near you, Airtasker lets you book a bespoke tailor who can go to your home or office.
No need to worry about going to a tailor shop near you - your Tasker brings the supplies, takes your measurements and requests (or in the case of made-to-measure, lets you choose a pattern), and assists you with the fittings! This service saves time while still making sure you look stunning at that upcoming event - skilled Taskers can help you with planning for the big day as well!
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Help Needed to Hand-Sew Plush Toys in a showroom
$200
El Segundo CA 90245-3724, USA
Sep 11th 2026
We are looking for a reliable person to help us with a simple hand-sewing task at our toy showroom in El Segundo. We have approximately 465 pcs of small plush toys that each have one open seam at the back which needs to be sewn closed. The task includes bringing two sides of the opening together and sewing the seam closed manually using a needle and thread. It is straightforward hand sewing - no complicated alterations or toy-making involved. We will show you exactly how it needs to be done before you start. Task: * A little less than 500 pcs of plush toys * One small open seam per toy * Hand sewing with needle and thread * All work to be completed on-site * Comfortable, modern toy showroom in El Segundo, LA * Convenient location * We provide the equipment and workspace We are mainly looking for someone who is comfortable with basic hand sewing, works neatly and can help us get through the quantity efficiently. The task can be divided into two days (10/11) if needed, although we would prefer to finish everything on the 10th of of September. Location: El Segundo, Los Angeles
Console assembly
$75
Los Angeles CA 90066, USA
Sep 9th 2026
Tv console assembled from wayfair
Cub scout patches sewed on
$25
Augusta GA 30906-4001, USA
Sep 9th 2026
I have 5 different individual patches from the cubscouts that's needed to be sewed on shirt that it's designed for
Starter solenoid
$400
Ojai CA 93023, USA
Sep 9th 2026
Van won’t start new battery suspect starter solenoid
Sewing drapery
$150
Montrose CA 91020, USA
Sep 8th 2026
I have draperies that need to be sewed by a blind stich machine!
Need assistance with building a shoe storage organizer
$100
Chicago IL 60605, USA
Sep 8th 2026
We have a shoe storage that was attempted to be built but we were never able to finish. Its complex for us so we are in need of someone to assist with building it. Please bring a tool box with extra nails just in case, but we also have some too. Please note that this will be filmed as a collaboration with Airtasker.
Build my tv console
$45
Manhattan NY, United States
Sep 8th 2026
Need to build my tv console - it’s very low and not labor intensive. 64 inch width and 18 height.
Assembly shoe closet and 7 ft closet system
$300
Bulverde TX 78163, USA
Sep 7th 2026
Assembly shoes closet and 7ft long closet system
Assemble tv console
$75
Mesa AZ 85201, USA
Sep 6th 2026
70in tv console assembly
Install curtains and picture frame, assemble shoes cabinet
$150
Lake Forest CA 92630, USA
Sep 6th 2026
Install some stuff in my apartment
Mens suit alteration
$50
Brooklyn NY 11210-3251, USA
Sep 6th 2026
I have a mens nautica suit its size 44 l. I need the sleeve length shortened and the jacket pulled out if possible and I need the pants shortened I need this ready by the latest tomorrow early afternoon. please provide me a price quote.
A shoe organizer put together
$75
Pflugerville TX 78660, USA
Sep 5th 2026
I need a shoe organizer I purchased from Amazon put together.
Replace boots around vent pipes on the roof
$150
Gastonia NC 28056, USA
Sep 5th 2026
replace rubber boots for vent pipes on the roof. must be insured and provide certificate as my property being additional insured
Assemble shoe cabinet
$40
Wayne PA 19087, USA
Sep 4th 2026
Shoe cabinet assembly and buffet cabinet assembly
Assembly of the two drawer small shoe cabinet
$60
Bronx NY 10465, USA
Sep 4th 2026
Assembly this little show cabinet
highly recommend this handyman! He was professional, reliable, and very knowledgeable. He arrived on time, did an excellent job, and paid attention to every detail. He was also respectful, courteous, and made sure everything was done properly before leaving.
Unmount TV move TV and console downstairs re-mount TV on the wall
$120
Brooklyn NY 11233, USA
Sep 4th 2026
This is a 55" TV mounted on the wall. I need it removed and re-installed downstairs. two flights of stairs, I can help you carry it. There is also a TV console to move. My preference is to have it done on Labor Day or the day after (Tues 8th)
Assemble a dresser, two night stands and a small shoe storage cabinet
$550
Orange NJ 07050-2713, USA
Aug 9th 2026
Move five boxes from delivery room, to the apt to assemble dresser and night stands, and a small shoe storage cabinet. Will be creating content so you will be filmed assembling Pickup location: Orange NJ 07050, USA Removals size: Apartment Stairs: No
Amazing! Super quick, very kind and will def be using VLAD and his team again!
Floating TV Console Installation
$250
Miami FL 33131, USA
May 8th 2026
I need a professional to wall-mount an IKEA BESTÅ storage combination (4 units total, roughly 70 inches long).
I hired him to mount my TV and an IKEA floating TV stand, and I couldn't be happier. He did an incredible job making sure the unit was perfectly level and securely anchored to the wall. It looks seamless and very professional. Highly recommend his services
Shoe rack I need assembly for. I bought item from IKEA
$30
Long Beach CA, United States
Apr 24th 2026
Assemble a shoe rack boughten from IKEA
He did an awesome job thanks Steven
Clean, polish, and seal the shower floor in my primary bathroom.
$150
Las Vegas NV 89131, USA
Mar 20th 2026
My shower floor is “pebble/stone” style and I need it cleaned, polished and sealed by someone who has experience in this area. If you would like to be considered, please explain your experience in this area.
Great experience with this Tasker! Perfect communication. Showed up right on time. Did a FANTASTIC job.