A skilled seamstress working on a dress.
A skilled seamstress working on a dress.

Find experienced local seamstresses in Melbourne

Fill in a short form and get free quotes from a trusted local seamstress

4.5

Excellent rating - 4.5/5 (9200+ reviews)

To get the right fitting clothes

  • Seamstress in Melbourne
  • Sewing services
  • Dressmaker
  • Embroidery
  • Costume makers
  • … or anything else
It only takes 2 minutes. And it's free.
Up to 50% cheaper than franchise dealers
No job too big or small
Free insurance coverage
Secure cashless payments
Same day or next day service at no extra cost

Best rated seamstresses near me

Recent Seamstress reviews in Melbourne

Emma is brilliant! Friendly, efficient, and super talented.

Tailoring / seamstress work

$150

Cristina did a great job!

Small sewing job - hem curtains

$20

Zeena is an excellent seamstress, friendly and efficient.

Pattern and sewing - women's pyjama set

$200

Angela is amazing, friendly prompt service and her work speaks for itself. Highly recommended.

Sewer required for re upholstering seat cushions

$200

Zeena did a fantastic job lining our curtains. She was so fast, friendly and efficient, and with her expertise was able to figure out the best way to achieve our idea. The final product was even better than we hoped. Would absolutely work with her again.

Sewing blackout lining and backing to 6 curtain

$100

Great work and very quick! Thanks Zeena

Sew a queen quilt cover

$50

What's the average cost of a seamstress in Melbourne

$50 - $150

low

$50

median

$100

high

$150

Low, median and high bar chart distribuiton

Average reviews for Seamstress Services in Melbourne

based on 165 reviews

4.98

162
2
1
0
0

What is Airtasker?

Post your task

Post your task

Tell us what you need, it's FREE to post.

Review offers

Review offers

Get offers from trusted Taskers and view profiles.

Get it done

Get it done

Choose the right person for your task and get it done.

Now Available
  • Get it done now. Pay later.
  • Repay in 4 fortnightly instalments
  • No interest
  • Available on payments up to $1,500

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 Melbourne

Sew a dress

$50

Armadale VIC, Australia

27th May 2024

Hi there, I have a mini dress example that I need to be sewed from the fabric I have.

Sew small hole in leather seam of sofa cushion

$80

Port Melbourne VIC, Australia

27th May 2024

Hi, I'd like someone with a sewing machine to fix a small tear in a seam of a leather sofa cushion (so it is invisible). I'm in Port Melbourne - I'd like airtasker to pick up the cushion and bring it back after the repair completed. I'm flexible on when - just prefer this week.

Sewing / mending, pick up from Windsor

$85

Windsor VIC, Australia

22nd May 2024

Hello AirTaskers :) Have some garments that each need something small mended; - secure a loose button - fix hole in a coat pocket - fix seam (x3)(small rip in 2 items, and a small section has come undone in the third) - shorten sleeves on a new long sleeve t-shirt - add a simple fastener to a parka (a press stud would be perfect but open to suggestions) Date for collection and drop off back to Windsor is flexible, and time needed to complete the task is also flexible - except for the parka, need that back quick! (could be done onsite at pick up) Interested? Let's chat!

Shorten long sleeves on a t-shirt with a sewing machine

$20

Balaclava VIC, Australia

22nd May 2024

White long sleeved t-shirt with sleeves that are about 3 inches too long for me to wear. Would like the alteration done by machine so that it looks professional.

Dressmaker

$400

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

20th May 2024

I need a dress made for a birthay. Midi in length, satin/silk, deep burgundy/red wine/brown in colour, halter neck and low back with a sequin belt. I have an image

Construct/sew 3x unitards - will provide pattern/fabric/thread.

$105

Cremorne VIC, Australia

17th May 2024

Construct and sew 3x identical full length unitards for a dance costume. I will provide the pattern, fabric and thread. Can happily drop/pick-up if you're close-by!

Sewing cushion covers with zippers

$120

Northcote VIC, Australia

14th May 2024

I am looking for an experienced seamstress who can cut and sew cushion covers. We would like to start by making cushions covers made for a single armchair (seat and back cushion). Fabric, foam, dacron and zipper will be provided.

Sewing teacher - cushions, upholstery, drapery, etc

$30

Thornbury VIC, Australia

14th May 2024

I have a basic skill level of sewing, and was taught to sew in school (many moons ago). I have recently acquired a very good second hand machine that I had serviced and I want to learn to sew upholstery cushions, attach zippers, cut my own patterns and then hopefully advance to more complex things. Looking for someone who can spend a few hours per week with my at my premises to teach me and work with me. Looking to pay about $30 per hour and do about 3 hours one day a week ongoing.

Sewing - adjust leotard

$50

Thornbury VIC, Australia

11th May 2024

A - low cut leotard needs to be cut and sewn into high bikini style front and back. B - shape to fit and sew on black stretch velvet V shape front and back. I have the material. C - maybe more embellishments on bust tbc and will adjust fee accordingly if we do anything with the bust.

Dress making for bridesmaid

$5

Toorak VIC, Australia

24th Apr 2024

I need a bridesmaid dress to be mafe urgently. If you can help please message me with your offer.

Great couturier, friendly, super experienced, reliable with excellent eyes for details. Highly recommended A++++

Seamstress/Dressmaker to make two skirts

$100

Melbourne City, VIC, Australia

4th Apr 2024

I need two skirts made for a photoshoot on Saturday 6th. I can provide the patterns or a sample along with the fabric. I do not have zips/hooks.

Meha was able to take on my last minute request with ease, and the results were perfect. She was so kind and thoughtful! Will absolutely book her again.

Quick sewing job

$40

Coburg VIC, Australia

1st Apr 2024

Quick sewing job I need a new cover sewn for this chair. I have the fabric and I’ll come to you. Super easy task. The current fabric will come off and you can use that as a template to sew the provided fabric. This will then be stapled to the chair (which I will do). Should only take about 30 mins See pics and ask any questions. Can come to you anywhere in metro Melbourne - near Coburg preferred

Fantastic to work with! Got the job done perfectly :)

Sewing a cover for my therapy roller

$50

Thornbury VIC, Australia

24th Mar 2024

I would like to make a cover for my Roller which is used in therapy and yoga. It looks like this: https://www.facebook.com/coreroller/ I have the hard inside "pipe" piece, but the fabric cover got old and broke off. We would need to have a chat about fabric/materials, I don't yet have any fabric. It is approximately these measurements: Height : 26" - 66cm Diameter : 14" - 11.5cm Weight : ~5kg

Very happy with my covered padded therapy roller! Chika was happy to give it a go and really came through with the goods!

Sewing PVC patches on beach bags

$100

Melbourne VIC, Australia

12th Mar 2024

I am needing 10 PVC patches sewn onto beach bags tomorrow before 5pm for an exhibition... :)

Quick and easy to work with! Got task complete to a high standard and quicker than expected!

Sewing insect screens on pvc panels (caravan)

$50

West Melbourne VIC, Australia

2nd Mar 2024

6x pvc insect screen panels that require new insect/ fly wire screens to be sewn in. I have all the old screens removed and unpicked and new ones cut and ready to sew in. I’d prefer something close to home. Can drop off and pick up.

Job all done nicely

Sew 2 sample dresses. Pattern cut out already. Sleeveless. ruffle hem.

$150

St Kilda VIC, Australia

6th Feb 2024

2 samples of the same style. Style is long sleeveless shift dress with gathered ruffle. Button keyhole closure on back. Self fabric belt and belt loops. Side seam pockets. I have pattern cut out already. It is important the job is finished by Thursday evening for a photo shoot on Friday. - Due date: Before Thursday, 8 February 2024

Efficient and well made dresses. Thankyou Sara.

Seamstress needed to make my camisole design from scratch

$5

Melbourne VIC, Australia

2nd Feb 2024

Looking for a seamstress/patternmaker to assist me with making a sample for a camisole singlet top from my designs which I have drawn. Ideally will create the sample/pattern together using a body. I have all the materials ready, thanks! - Due date: Flexible - Due date: Before Sunday, 18 February 2024

Very helpful and extremely good communicator. definitely would recommend

Clothing repair

$50

Melbourne City VIC, Australia

28th Jan 2024

My favorite 2 pairs have worn-out seams in the groin area and some worn- out areas Can anyone could reinforce the seams and make the pants usable again? - Due date: Flexible

Sara - A Tailor Extraordinaire! Highly recommend Sara! She fixed my pants incredibly quickly and with meticulous attention to detail. The final result was flawless, and it felt like she truly cared about getting it right. But beyond the expert tailoring, Sara was also incredibly friendly and helpful. She made the whole experience enjoyable and stress-free. 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️ all around!

Sewing: make 3 closed neck tshirts into boatnecks (by this Sunday)

$35

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

22nd Dec 2023

I’m in Fitzroy and happy to drive the tshirts off to a drop off place. I use these tshirts for working out and hate how closed the neck is. Would like to open them up into more boat neck type thing…need them urgently before I go away… - Due date: Before Wednesday, 27 December 2023

Amazing experience and I will definitely use Sara again!

Sewing a dress and shirt

$100

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

20th Dec 2023

I need the outfit in pictures sewn up. It's a basic a-line dress and PJ style button up in same fabric. I have some of the fabric purchased already and could get more if necessary, it's the sewing skills I lack. - Due date: Before Friday, 9 February 2024

Thanks Jess for your hard work