Bridal Alterations Specialist - Flexible Contractor

Thimble Alterations; York (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contractor flexibility

Local bridal clients

Home studio work

Referrals and reviews

Job summary

Thimble Alterations is seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join our network of independent alteration professionals. You will tailor bridal gowns with precision, including hems, bodice work, and bustle construction, while maintaining delicate fabrics and detailed finishing at your home studio.

You will work as an independent contractor, accepting bookings that fit your week and building long-term relationships with local bridal clients.

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 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.

Skills

Bridal tailoring

Fine formalwear

Measuring & fitting

Tools

Sewing machines

Job description

Thimble Alterations is seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join our network of independent alteration professionals. You will tailor bridal gowns with precision, including hems, bodice work, and bustle construction, while maintaining delicate fabrics and detailed finishing at your home studio.

You will work as an independent contractor, accepting bookings that fit your week and building long-term relationships with local bridal clients.