Bridal Gown Alterations Specialist | Flexible Schedule

Thimble Alterations; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 82,656,000; Part time

Job summary

Thimble Alterations in Glastonbury, CT seeks an experienced bridal seamstress to guide brides through the entire alteration process as an independent contractor. You will conduct fittings, customize gowns (hemming, seams, bodice, neckline, sleeves), create bustles, and handle bridesmaid and mother-of-the-bride attire, while delivering calm, professional customer service.

Bookings come through our platform; you set your schedule and rates within platform guidelines and get paid after each

Qualifications

• Demonstrated bridal alteration experience; portfolio or references welcomed.
• Confidence working with high-value gowns and maintaining fit accuracy.
• Strong customer-facing presence that reassures brides.

Responsibilities

• Conduct first, second and final fittings with brides for wedding gowns.
• Customize gowns: hemming, side seams, bodice shaping, neckline adjustments, sleeves.
• Create bustles tailored to dress design and bride's preference.
• Handle bridesmaid and mother-of-the-bride gowns alongside main gown.
• Explain timelines and options to brides and what to expect on day of alterations.

Skills

Bridal alteration experience

Customer-facing presence

Attention to detail

Education

Portfolio or references

Job description

Thimble Alterations in Glastonbury, CT seeks an experienced bridal seamstress to guide brides through the entire alteration process as an independent contractor. You will conduct fittings, customize gowns (hemming, seams, bodice, neckline, sleeves), create bustles, and handle bridesmaid and mother-of-the-bride attire, while delivering calm, professional customer service.

Bookings come through our platform; you set your schedule and rates within platform guidelines and get paid after each