Bridal Gown Alteration Specialist — Flexible & Home Studio

Thimble Alterations; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Independent contractor flexibility

Direct client referrals

No storefront required

Job summary

Thimble Alterations in Boise, ID is seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join our 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.

You will tailor gowns across silhouettes, build custom bustles, adjust bodices and zippers, and work with lace, tulle, satin and beaded overlays.

Qualifications

• Hands-on tailoring experience for bridal or fine formalwear.
• Accurate, repeatable measuring and fitting techniques.
• Comfort working with multi-layer garments and structured construction.

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 alterations

Fitting & measuring

Gown construction

Delicate fabric handling

Tools

Sewing machine

Tailor's chalk

Job description

Thimble Alterations in Boise, ID is seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join our 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.

You will tailor gowns across silhouettes, build custom bustles, adjust bodices and zippers, and work with lace, tulle, satin and beaded overlays.