Bridal Gown Alterations Specialist

Thimble Alterations; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Independent contractor flexibility

Work from home studio

Job summary

Thimble Alterations seeks a skilled wedding dress specialist to join a network of independent alteration professionals. You will perform precise tailoring on bridal gowns and work with delicate fabrics in a home-studio setting.

Responsibilities include hems, bustles, bodice adjustments, and zipper/lacing work across diverse silhouettes, ensuring accurate measurements and timely communication with 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 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 with delicate fabrics: lace, tulle, silk, satin, organza, beaded and sequined overlays.

Skills

Bridal tailoring

Fine formalwear

Delicate fabrics handling

Measurement accuracy

Communication with brides

Job description

Thimble Alterations seeks a skilled wedding dress specialist to join a network of independent alteration professionals. You will perform precise tailoring on bridal gowns and work with delicate fabrics in a home-studio setting.

Responsibilities include hems, bustles, bodice adjustments, and zipper/lacing work across diverse silhouettes, ensuring accurate measurements and timely communication with brides.