Wedding Dress Specialist – Bridal Gown Alterations – Edgewood, PA

Thimble Alterations; Edgewood (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Independent contractor flexibility

Local bridal clients matched directly

Build long-term repeat business

Job summary

Thimble Alterations is seeking a skilled wedding dress specialist to join its network of independent alteration professionals. You will use your expertise in precision tailoring on bridal gowns, handling delicate fabrics with care.

The role includes fitting and altering wedding dresses of various silhouettes and building custom bustles. Enjoy the flexibility of accepting bookings that best fit your schedule while building a client base without needing a storefront.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience tailoring bridal or fine formalwear.
• Comfort working with multi-layer garments and structured construction.
• Accurate, repeatable measuring and fitting technique.

Responsibilities

• Hem, take in, and let out wedding dresses across all silhouettes.
• Build custom bustles suited to each gown's train.
• Adjust bodices and install or repair zippers and lacing.

Skills

Precision tailoring

Delicate fabric handling

Accurate measuring and fitting

Reliable communication

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