Sewing and Alteration Services
Your beloved garments deserve a second life restored with care, precision, and a personal touch. From subtle fixes to transformative adjustments, every stitch is placed with intention.
Dress and Skirt Alterations
Prices listed are a starting point—more complex designs or materials may require a custom quote.
Shorten Hem – Straight no lining: £12
Shorten Hem – Flared: £18
Shorten Hem – Detailed: £25
Shorten Hem (without lining) – Pleated: £27
Take In waist and hips/Let Out Sides/Back: £20
Replace skirt Lining – Short: £25 (it doesn't include lining fabric)
Replace skirt Lining – Long: £35 (it doesn't include lining fabric)
Replace skirt Zip: £15 (plus zip)
Replace skirt dress: £20 (plus zip)
Replace Pocket Lining -each-: £12
Shorten Shoulders: £15 Shorten Sleeves: £16
Replace dress lining – Short: £30
Replace dree lining – Long: £40
Re-size Sides & Shoulders – Short: £38
Re-size Sides & Shoulders – Long: £42
Prices listed are a starting point—more complex designs or materials may require a custom quote. *The total price of shortening a dress (cutting and hemming) is calculated by the number of layers and how detailed the design is. The work is done by machine sewing. Hems done by hand-sewing adds labour time and they are calculated by time hour cost is £20.
Shorten Hem – Pleated: £30
Shorten Hem – Full skirt: £30
Shorten Hem – Detailed: £37
Let Out Sides or Back: £30
Prices listed are a starting point—more complex designs or materials may require a custom quote.
Original Hem/fraying: £16
Prices listed are a starting point—more complex designs or materials may require a custom quote.
Shorten Sleeves plain: £20/with vent: £40
Take In/Let Out Sleeves: £30 (with no lining)
Take it /let Out Sides plus Back: £37
Replace Sleeve Lining: £27
Replace Jacket Lining: £32
Replace Zip: £25 (client provides the zip)
Re-lining coat: £100 (lining not included)
Prices listed are a starting point—more complex designs or materials may require a custom quote.
Shorten Hem with Turn-Up: £15
Take in waist & seat (back seam only): £18
Complex fit (multiple seams): £25
Repair Pockets (each): £10
Replace Zip: £15 (cost of zip not included in price)
Creative Textiles and Art Workshops
Workshops are currently in development, and I’d love to keep you updated as they unfold. If you're curious about joining future sessions—or simply want to hear when new offerings are available—feel free to leave your contact details.
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