Bridal Alterations Artisan — Home Studio, Flexible Hours

Thimble Alterations LLC; Petoskey (MI); Remote; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Home studio

Direct client matching

Referral network

Job summary

Thimble Alterations LLC is seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join our network of independent alteration professionals. You will tailor bridal gowns with precision, handling delicate fabrics and multi-layer constructions.

Flexibility as an independent contractor allows you to accept bookings that fit your week while building direct relationships with local bridal clients and growing long-term referrals from happy brides.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience tailoring bridal or formalwear.
• Comfort working with multi-layer garments and structured construction.
• Accurate, repeatable measuring and fitting technique.
• Reliable communication with brides and clear delivery timelines.

Responsibilities

• Hem, take in, and let out wedding dresses across all silhouettes.
• Build custom bustles suited to each gown's train.
• Adjust bodices, straps, necklines, or add cups; install or repair zippers and lacing.
• Work with delicate fabrics: lace, tulle, silk, satin, organza, beaded and sequined overlays.

Skills

Bridal alterations

Fabric handling

Measuring accuracy

Client communication

Job description

Thimble Alterations LLC is seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join our network of independent alteration professionals. You will tailor bridal gowns with precision, handling delicate fabrics and multi-layer constructions.

Flexibility as an independent contractor allows you to accept bookings that fit your week while building direct relationships with local bridal clients and growing long-term referrals from happy brides.