Wedding Dress Specialist – Bridal Gown Alterations – Middleton, ID

Thimble Alterations; Middleton (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Independent contractor flexibility

Local clients matched to profile

No storefront required

Job summary

Thimble Alterations is looking for a skilled wedding dress specialist to join their independent alteration professionals network. The role involves precise tailoring on various bridal gowns, including hemming and adjusting bodices.

Experience in fine formalwear and strong communication skills are required. Enjoy independent scheduling with local bridal clients matched to your profile, and work flexibly from your home studio.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience tailoring bridal or fine formalwear.
• Comfort 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, alter straps and necklines, replace or add cups.

Skills

Precision tailoring

Experience with delicate fabrics

Accurate measuring

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