Fittings and alterations

Sewing magic for a custom fit tailored to you.

Garment alterations

Are you looking for a way to make sure your outfit fits perfectly for that upcoming special occasion? Or maybe your everyday wardrobe needs some love and repair? Our alterations service is here to help!

There are so many benefits to mending and adjusting your clothes but making those alterations can often be complex and time-consuming. Don't worry, we're here to help with our custom alterations! All you need to do is book a fitting appointment and bring in the garment you want to be adjusted and Sally will work her sewing magic.

Types of alterations

  • Your special day deserves the perfect fit, and we’re here to help! Our alterations service provides custom tailoring for whatever customisations your garment requires so you feel comfortable and confident. We can also provide garment alterations for your bridal party.

  • We know that every body is different which is why we offer custom alterations to make sure your outfit is tailored to your unique body-type and style. From adjusting the straps, customising the bodice or hemming the skirts, we can ensure you garment fits like a glove for your event.

  • We understand that sometimes our favourite pieces of clothing need a little bit of love and care. That's why we offer a wide range of alteration and repair services to fit your needs so that your clothes fit you! Whether its hemming, repairs, zip replacement, mending and patching, Sally can work her magic on your threads.

  • Our uniform service provides a variety of alterations for all your school uniform needs. From hemming school pants, skirts and dresses, customising the fit, replacing zips, mending holes or repairing panama hats we have you covered so that your kids can navigate the school years in comfort and confidence.

Book a fitting appointment.

Use our booking system to schedule your fitting appointment. Let us know in the notes the date you require the garment so we can get our sewing fairies onto it for you.

We'll let you know when your garment is ready, so you can book a time to pick it up.

👗 We are fully booked for school formal dresses and bridal alterations for 2024. We apologise for the inconvenience.

Our booking system remains open for existing clients to schedule their garment collection. Please do not use this link to schedule a fitting appointment. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

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What our clients say

  • Jess K

    Highly recommend the lovely Sally, my daughter and have had a wonderful experience with her, and are very happy with the end result with formal dress alterations. Sally provided us with great service from the first message right through to collection 😊

  • Amanda B

    Sally’s skills are first class. Her ability to be creative in how to achieve what it is we non sewing people are asking for, is a true talent. Sometimes the alteration we’re asking for seems like a simple request, when it’s in fact a labour intensive, time consuming, full scale reconstruction…

  • Mellissa D

    Sally was very generous with her time fitting us in at almost last minute for a formal dress alteration and then a bunch of wedding alterations. Thank you.

Alterations and fittings FAQs

  • Your dress doesn’t fit, your pants are too long or your shirt doesn’t sit right. Don’t worry you’ve come to the right place!

    First things first, book a complimentary fitting that suits your schedule. We’ll talk through what alterations you want to be made and provide you with an estimate of costs. If you’re happy to go ahead, we’ll send you an invoice for a 25% deposit so we can start sewing.

    Sally will work her magic and will be in touch to help you schedule follow-up fittings if needed (especially for our formal and bridal alterations clients).

    Once your garment is finished, we’ll let you know so you can book in to collect your garment. We offer instalment payments for your convenience if you prefer, alternatively, you’ll pay the balance of your invoice on collection.

    If you have any questions along the way, reach out to hello@sensationalsewing.com.au.

  • Sally is a magician with her sewing, so there’s not much she can’t do! She mainly works with clothing garments so for any fashion alterations you need, you’re in the right place.

    Furniture and homewares alterations (think curtains and couch covers) she doesn’t tend to do but can always refer you to the people who can help!

    If for any reason Sally doesn’t have the capacity for your specific alteration request, we can refer you to some of the other amazing local seamstresses in Toowoomba.

  • Make sure to bring the garment you want adjusted with you! For our lovely brides or ladies with formal occasion wear, it’s a good idea to wear the underwear you will be wearing with the garment for your fitting, and bring the shoes you’ll wear for the event so we can get the most accurate adjustment for you.

  • We sure do! However, these projects are often time-consuming and intricate so please note there is limited availability for custom creations.

    If Sally doesn’t have the capacity for your request, we can refer you to some of the other amazing local seamstresses in Toowoomba.