Bridal Alterations Specialist — Flexible Contractor

Thimble Alterations; Brawley (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home studio environment

Flexible bookings

Job summary

Thimble Alterations is seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join our network of independent alteration professionals. This role focuses on precision tailoring for bridal gowns and delicate fabrics, with the freedom to manage your own schedule from a home studio.

You will tailor across silhouettes, craft custom bustles, and adjust bodices while maintaining high-quality, on-time delivery for local brides.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience tailoring bridal or fine 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 (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

Multi-layer garment handling

Measuring & fitting accuracy

Clear brides communication

Job description

Thimble Alterations is seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join our network of independent alteration professionals. This role focuses on precision tailoring for bridal gowns and delicate fabrics, with the freedom to manage your own schedule from a home studio.

You will tailor across silhouettes, craft custom bustles, and adjust bodices while maintaining high-quality, on-time delivery for local brides.