Wedding Dress Specialist – Bridal Gown Alterations – Boston, MA

Thimble Alterations; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Independent contractor flexibility

Work from home studio

Job summary

Thimble Alterations in Boston seeks a skilled wedding dress specialist to join its network of independent alteration professionals. You will tailor bridal gowns with precision, handle delicate fabrics, and build custom bustles.

Independent contractor role offers flexible bookings and the chance to build long‑term client relationships from your home studio.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience tailoring bridal or fine formalwear
• Comfort working with multi‑layer garments and structured construction
• Accurate, repeatable measuring and fitting technique
• Reliable communication with brides and clear delivery timelines

Responsibilities

• Hem, take in, and let out wedding dresses across all silhouettes (A-line, ball gown, mermaid, sheath, fit-and-flare)
• Build custom bustles (American, French, ballroom, over) suited to each gown's train
• Adjust bodices, alter straps and necklines, replace or add cups, install or repair zippers and lacing
• Work confidently with delicate fabrics: lace, tulle, silk, satin, organza, beaded and sequined overlays

Skills

Bridal alterations

Fine tailoring

Measuring precision

Fabric knowledge

Tools

Sewing machine

Overlock/serger

Job description

We are seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join our network of independent alteration professionals. If you have a passion for precision tailoring on bridal gowns and a steady hand for delicate fabrics, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

• Hem, take in, and let out wedding dresses across all silhouettes (A-line, ball gown, mermaid, sheath, fit-and-flare)
• Build custom bustles (American, French, ballroom, over) suited to each gown's train
• Adjust bodices, alter straps and necklines, replace or add cups, install or repair zippers and lacing
• Work confidently with delicate fabrics: lace, tulle, silk, satin, organza, beaded and sequined overlays

What We Look For

• Hands‑on experience tailoring bridal or fine formalwear
• Comfort working with multi-layer garments and structured construction
• Accurate, repeatable measuring and fitting technique
• Reliable communication with brides and clear delivery timelines

What You Get

• Independent contractor flexibility — accept the bookings that fit your week
• Local bridal clients matched directly to your profile
• Build long‑term repeat business through reviews and referrals
• No storefront required — work from your home studio