Bridal Gown Seamstress – Custom Fittings & Alterations – Manteca, CA

Thimble Alterations; Manteca (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

Thimble Alterations is seeking an experienced bridal seamstress for an independent contractor role. You will manage the alteration process with brides from fittings to final adjustments, delivering personalized service through our platform.

Work closely with brides on gown customization, fittings, and on-day expectations, while maintaining high standards with high-value gowns. You set your schedule and rates within platform guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bridal alterations experience with portfolio or references welcomed
• Ability to handle high-value gowns with patience
• Strong customer-facing presence to reassure brides
• Reliable workspace with space for fitting and steaming

Responsibilities

• Conduct first, second, and final fittings with brides for their wedding gowns
• Customize gowns for each bride: hemming, side seams, bodice shaping, neckline adjustments, sleeve modifications
• Create bustles tailored to the dress design and the bride's preference
• Handle bridesmaid dresses, mother-of-the-bride gowns, and ceremony attire alongside the main gown
• Walk brides through timelines, options, and what to expect on the day

Skills

Bridal alterations

Portfolio

Customer service

Gown fittings

Tools

Steaming equipment

Job description

Looking for an experienced bridal seamstress who enjoys working one-on-one with brides through the entire alteration process. Independent contractor role with bookings provided through our platform.

The Work

• Conduct first, second, and final fittings with brides for their wedding gowns


• Customize gowns for each bride: hemming, side seams, bodice shaping, neckline adjustments, sleeve modifications


• Create bustles tailored to the dress design and the bride's preference


• Handle bridesmaid dresses, mother-of-the-bride gowns, and ceremony attire alongside the main gown


• Walk brides through what is possible with their dress, what timelines look like, and what to expect on the day

You Should Have

• Demonstrated bridal alteration experience (portfolio or references welcomed)


• Confidence working with high-value gowns and the patience to fit them properly


• Strong customer-facing presence — brides remember the seamstress who calmed their nerves


• Reliable workspace with adequate space for fitting and steaming

The Setup

• Independent contractor — you set your schedule and rates within platform guidelines


• Bookings come from local brides searching specifically for someone in your area


• Build a public profile that showcases your work and earns repeat referrals


• Get paid through the platform after each completed job