Contract Sewist

Essense Design; Lackmans (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Essenseof Australia in Lenexa, KS is seeking an experienced sewist to work on an hourly on-call/independent vendor basis at our headquarters. Must be available with short notice (1-3 days) to perform bridal gown alterations and repairs.

You will handle tasks such as replacing hangers and train loops, sewing on buttons, adjusting boning and bust cups, lace placement, and stain removal, all while upholding precise, high-quality standards and quick turnaround times.

Qualifications

• Experience with bridal gown alterations and repairs.
• Attention to detail with high-quality standards.
• Ability to work quickly with short notice and tight turnarounds.

Responsibilities

• Replace hanger and train loops.
• Sew on and replace buttons.
• Tack seams and invisible stitches accurately.
• Replace or adjust boning and bust cups.
• Adjust lace motifs and lace placement.
• Remove stains, dirt, or water marks from fabrics.

Skills

Bridal sewing

Alterations

Repairs

Lace placement

Button sewing

Boning adjustment

Job description

Overview

Essenseof Australiais an international bridal wholesaler with key offices based in Lenexa, Kansas,Perth,Australia, and Zug, Switzerland. Our organization alsooperatesinthe United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, and New Zealand. We have been a global leader in bridal fashion for over20yearsand our designs are currently soldinnearly1,000stores worldwide. With innovative designs and a strong customer service approach, Essenseof Australiais a dynamic company that rewards excellence, drive, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

The Role

We are seeking an experienced sewist to work on an hourly on-call/independent vendor basis. Must be available with relatively short notice (usually 1-3 days), though more advanced notice will be provided when available, to work within our headquarters in Lenexa, KS.

Qualifications

The following sewing skills are required:

• Key tasks will be to assist with bridal gown alteration and repairs.

• Attention to detail, a sharp eye, and high-quality standards are a must. Quick turn-around is often required. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

• The following sewing skills are required:

• Replacing hanger and train loops

• Sewing on and replacing buttons

• General tacking-must know how to tack seamlessly and not have visible stitches

• Replacing/changing boning

• Adjusting bust cups

• Sew lace motifs and lace placement adjustment

• Remove stains, dirt, or water marks