Experienced Seamstress

Thimble Alterations; Mishawaka (IN); Remote; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local alterations company in Mishawaka is seeking a skilled Seamstress with formal wear experience to provide alterations and repairs from home. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and proficiency with sewing machines. Strong customer service skills and attention to detail are essential. This position allows you to work from your own workspace and contribute to improving garments for valued customers.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience as a seamstress performing formal dress alterations.
• Proven experience with bridal, prom, or evening dresses preferred.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform alterations and repairs on garments, such as hemming and seam adjustments.
• Use sewing machines and hand tools to complete tailoring tasks.
• Provide exceptional customer service during fittings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Sewing machine proficiency

Basic math skills

Tools

Sewing machines

Alteration tools

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Seamstress with formal wear experience to join our team. As a Thimble Seamstress, you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service and performing alterations and repairs on garments at your home workspace.

Requirements:

• You must own a sewing machine at home, as this is a work from home position.
• At least 3 Years experience as a seamstress/performing formal dress alterations.
• Proven experience working with Bridal, Prom or Evening Dresses is preferred.
• Proficiency in using sewing machines and other alteration tools.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to perform precise measurements.
• Basic math skills for measuring and calculating fabric requirements.
• Ability to maintain high-quality standards.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform alterations and repairs on garments, including hemming, taking in or letting out seams, working with multiple layers and replacing buttons or zippers.
• Use sewing machines, hand tools, and other equipment to complete tailoring tasks.
• Provide exceptional customer service by assisting our customers with fitting and ensuring their satisfaction with the finished product.
• Take accurate measurements from customers during fittings.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area at home where the work is done.

If you have a passion for fashion, excellent sewing skills, and enjoy working with customers, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a work from home Seamstress and contribute to improving garments for our valued customers.