Bridal Alterations Artisan - Flexible Independent Contractor

Thimble Alterations; Newbern (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Home studio work

Independent contractor status

Local bridal clients matched to your 1

Job summary

Thimble Alterations is seeking a wedding dress specialist to join its network of independent alteration professionals. If you have a passion for precision tailoring on bridal gowns and a steady hand for delicate fabrics, we want to hear from you.

Hem, take in, and let out wedding dresses across silhouettes, build custom bustles, adjust bodices, and work with lace, tulle, silk, satin, organza, and beaded overlays in a flexible home studio setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience tailoring bridal or fine formalwear.
• Accurate, repeatable measuring and fitting technique.
• Reliable communication with brides and clear delivery timelines.

Responsibilities

• Hem, take in, and let out wedding dresses across silhouettes (A-line, ball gown, mermaid, sheath, fit-and-flare).
• Build custom bustles (American, French, ballroom, over) suited to each gown's train.
• Adjust bodices, alter straps and necklines, replace or add cups, install or repair zippers and lacing.
• Work confidently with delicate fabrics: lace, tulle, silk, satin, organza, beaded and sequined overlays.

Skills

Bridal tailoring

Measuring accuracy

Bridal fittings

Job description

Thimble Alterations is seeking a wedding dress specialist to join its network of independent alteration professionals. If you have a passion for precision tailoring on bridal gowns and a steady hand for delicate fabrics, we want to hear from you.

Hem, take in, and let out wedding dresses across silhouettes, build custom bustles, adjust bodices, and work with lace, tulle, silk, satin, organza, and beaded overlays in a flexible home studio setting.