Bridal Gown Seamstress – Custom Fittings & Alterations – Worcester, MA

Thimble Alterations; Worcester (MA); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 138.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Thimble Alterations is seeking an experienced bridal seamstress to work one-on-one with brides through the entire alteration process. This is an independent contractor role with bookings managed via the platform; you set your schedule and rates within guidelines for local area.

You will conduct fittings, customize gowns (hemming, bodice shaping, neckline adjustments, sleeves), create bustles, and handle bridesmaid and mother-of-the-bride gowns.

Formación

• Demonstrated bridal alteration experience; portfolio or references welcomed.
• Confident working with high-value gowns and patient fitting.
• Strong customer-facing presence and ability to calm brides.
• Reliable workspace with space for fitting and steaming.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct first, second, and final fittings with brides for wedding gowns.
• Customize gowns: hemming, side seams, bodice shaping, neckline adjustments, sleeve modifications.
• Create bustles tailored to design and preference.
• Handle bridesmaid and mother-of-the-bride gowns alongside main gown.
• Explain timelines and expectations to brides during the process.

Conocimientos

Bridal alterations

Portfolio available

Client-facing

Gown fitting

Descripción del empleo

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